Devon has smashed the record for the number of new businesses launched in the area in a single year, according to new research. Statistics, compiled by www.informdirect.co.uk , have revealed that there were 5,501 companies formed in 2014, up from a previous best of 5,280. This brings the total number of businesses operating in the region to a high of 42,661. There are now 4.4% more active companies than there were a year ago and 28% more than there were five years ago. Henry Catchpole, CEO of Inform Direct, said: “This is clearly an area where fledgling firms are flourishing and where...
The Magdalen Chapter has been shortlisted as one of the best hospitality businesses in Devon.
The 2015 Exeter Express & Echo Awards highlights The Magdalen Chapter in the Best Tourism / Hospitality Business category. Also shortlisted in the category is Ladram Bay Holiday Park; Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel and Sandy Park. Winners will be revealed in a ceremony at Sandy Park on Friday 17 April.
Fiona Moores, General Manager of The Magdalen Chapter, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted for this award. With such fantastic company in our category, to...
Exeter-based security company Marsh Barton Security Services (MBSS) has expandded its management team as the firm continues to grow and expand its range of services and clientele.
For over 30 years, MBSS has been operating in Exeter and the surrounding areas, offering a range of security services to businesses, homeowners and landowners.
In 2012, Ex-Royal Marine Marcus Di-Vincenzo bought the company, and has continued to drive the company forward, expanding the range of services on offer and hiring specialist staff.
Among the latest employees to join the company are...
Renowned British tea and coffee merchant Ringtons is bringing its traditional doorstep delivery service to thousands more households across the South West thanks to a new business venture in Newton Abbot. The new Ringtons base in Newton Abbot has been launched following a period of substantial growth on the south coast of England. Thousands of residents are already enjoying Ringtons’ quality tea, coffee, edibles and seasonal gifts from the company’s existing bases in Hointon, Sidmouth, Exeter and Ivybridge, and the new site will help expand Ringtons’ reach. With over 15 years’ experience...
Cartridge Business Hub: Running a Business from Your Back Bedroom is a free cloud-based seminar by Cobalt Communications.
This seminar will explain the substantial benefits of cloud computing, help you understand if your data is safe in the cloud, along with some jargon-free dos and don’ts.
The seminar takes place at Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter on Tuesday 7 April, 5.30pm-7pm.
If you would like to attend please contact Dana Mulligan on 01392 286766, email dana.mulligan@cartridgeslaw.co.uk or book your place online: https://eventbrite.com/event/16368745358...
Cumberland Way will be closed for a weekend in April as work on a new road connection to Exeter Science Park nears completion.
The new £3 million road, which is on schedule to open later this Spring, will eventually link Cumberland Way to the existing Tithebarn Lane bridge and the northern end of the Exeter Science Park.
A new roundabout on Cumberland Way, which will be constructed over the coming weeks, will provide a junction from the Tithebarn Link Road. Road closures and traffic management are needed to allow the roundabout to be built.
Thrifty Car and Van Rental has been recognised for its outstanding service provision yet again by winning the Fleet News Best Short-term Rental Company of the Year award at Monday night's awards ceremony held in the Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
In announcing the award Alan Dedicoat highlighted “Thrifty’s customer service procedures are very strong and backed with excellent management information. Its fleet is one of the youngest in rental, resulting in very low CO2 emissions – perfect for fleets concerned about the environment.
Crowdcube, the leading equity crowdfunding platform, has hired former Google product manager, Thor Mitchell as Head of Product.
In the newly created role, Thor will build a team of Product Managers focused on serving the needs of entrepreneurs and investors, and ensuring that Crowdcube continues to innovate and grow.
Thor was at Google for nine years, based in London, Sydney, and Google’s Silicon Valley headquarters. While at Google he was primarily focused on developer products and strategy, and managed a number of popular services including the Google Maps API, and the...
Santander Corporate & Commercial, the leading challenger bank in the UK, yesterday announced a new suite of services and products for the country’s most ambitious businesses. The launch is part of Santander’s plan to further disrupt and enhance the UK business banking market, and double its current SME market share to 10% by the end of 2016.
Based on four years’ experience of working closely with UK businesses – including hundreds of fast-growth SMEs under the Santander Breakthrough programme – the new proposition from Santander is built around five key service ‘pillars’ that...
A husband and wife team are using their extensive knowledge of agriculture to provide those looking for their own slice of the West Country dream a unique opportunity to see exactly what they’ll be getting.
West Country Dream, set up by Helen and Murray Garrett, brings together a unique combination of a farm, self-catering cottage and a number of agricultural courses for those considering moving to the region in the hunt for the good life.
Helen explained, “Around 10 years ago we took the decision to relocate to the South West from our farm in the Home Counties. This...
