Business Daily

Loc8me Expands Nationwide Reach into Exeter

One of the UK’s fastest-growing student lettings agencies, Loc8me, has expanded its operations in Exeter, further strengthening its presence in one of the South West’s key university cities.

With the new Exeter branch becoming loc8me’s most southern managed region, and Newcastle remaining its most northern, the 367-mile distance between them highlights how the company’s offering now spans the full length of the UK.

The expansion marks another significant milestone for loc8me, with the Exeter region being managed from its existing Bristol office, adding to more than 2,500...

SW small business eye share of nation’s £5bn Christmas Spend

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 11/27/2025 - 9:19pm

Local small businesses across the South West are gearing up to take their share of a much-needed Christmas boost, as new data predicts the UK could spend £5.3 billion with small firms over the festive period, delivering critical end-of-year gains for this vital segment of the economy.

In wider positive economic signs, new data from the Small Business Saturday campaign also found Brits could spend over £23 billion in total across the UK this festive season, representing a nominal 16% year-on-year spending rise.

On average, one fifth of the nation’s seasonal spending pot...

KTA Architects unveil vision for Exeter Chiefs stadium expansion

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/25/2025 - 8:24pm

Exciting developments are underway at Exeter Chiefs Stadium, with local architecture practice KTA Architects leading the design of its next phase of improvements.

Managing Director Ajay Sharma recently discussed the project on The Konkering Pod, a South West based podcast that spotlights local business leaders, founders, and entrepreneurs.

Sharma explained that while the current upgrades to Sand Park are significant, they represents just the beginning of a much larger vision for the stadium’s future.

“There’s so much more to come”, he noted, hinting at ambitious...

Innovators shine at Tech South West Awards 2025

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 11/23/2025 - 12:16pm

The winners of this year’s Tech South West Awards 2025 have been announced.

The ceremony, held at Sandy Park, Exeter, brought together hundreds of innovators, founders, investors and business leaders to recognise the people and companies transforming the South West into one of the UK’s most exciting tech ecosystems.

Devon-based Altilium Clean Technology emerged as the standout success of the evening, taking home the CleanTech Award, Tech for Good Award, and the coveted THE Tech South West Award. The company was recognised for its world-leading work in sustainable battery...

New data shows Amazon’s £150 million commitment to Devon

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 11/18/2025 - 12:50pm

New figures released today show that Amazon has invested £150 million in Devon since 2010. The figures, taken from the latest Amazon Economic Impact Report, document Amazon’s investment in the South West and across the UK over the last 15 years.

The 2025 Amazon UK Economic Impact Hub features comprehensive data covering employment opportunities Amazon has generated across the region and the scope of economic activity driven by its investments including apprenticeship programmes and upskilling Amazon employees.

The figures show that the company has invested more than £150...

Exeter-designed innovation wins prize at national event

An innovation designed in Exeter to detect contaminated water and save lives has picked up vital seed money to help propel it to the next level.

FluoroGlow’s device is designed to detect Cryptosporidium in water – a parasite that can cause severe illness and even death, especially in children and vulnerable people.

Previously, it has been difficult to detect without slow laboratory-based tests. But FluoroGlow aims to change that by providing rapid and reliable results directly at the water source.

It’s the brainchild of University of Exeter Medical Science...

Richard Agnew Vos

Richard Agnew Vos partners with Amicus Law to expand offering

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/17/2025 - 4:40pm

Tiverton’s expert legal advisor, Richard Agnew Vos announces a new collaboration with Amicus Law , as the South West’s leading solicitors firm expands further into Devon. Effective from 10 November 2025, Richard joins the Amicus Law family as Head of Office for Tiverton and a Managing Associate.

With more than 30 years’ experience providing comprehensive legal solutions for businesses and individuals, covering a full spectrum of services including property matters, conveyancing, wills, probate, and Powers of Attorney – Richard Agnew Vos has an enviable reputation amongst his...

Rapid Fusion set to debut ‘deployable’ hybrid manufacturing system at Formnext

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 11/13/2025 - 7:29pm

One of the UK’s leading technology specialists is set to launch a new deployable hybrid manufacturing system that can be set-up in just 25 minutes.

Rapid Fusion, the company behind the hugely successful Apollo and Medusa robots, is promising to change the way production parts are made in remote areas with the unveiling of Cerberus at Formnext in Germany next week (November 18-21).

This latest innovation is purpose-built containerised manufacturing, with every millimetre designed for rapid deployment, rugged operation, and uncompromising performance. It is intended for...

Supacat hosts Devon MP David Reed for strategic talks on defence procurement and local jobs

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/11/2025 - 10:32pm

Former Royal Marine and tech business owner, David Reed, MP for Exmouth & Exeter East, visited the head office of defence manufacturer Supacat this week. The visit focused on the critical role of regional industry in UK defence, following the government's Strategic Defence Review and ahead of the detailed Defence Investment Plan expected this autumn.

Mr. Reed toured the Dunkeswell design and manufacturing centre, home to Supacat and its parent organisation, SC Group. The visit included a detailed look at the company’s advanced production facilities, where the Jackal 3 chassis...

Ashfords introduces Managing Associate role to pave the way for partnership

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/11/2025 - 5:09pm

UK law firm Ashfords has promoted a trio of solicitors to a new Managing Associate role for experienced lawyers with ambitions to become partner.

The role is accompanied by enrolment into a new two-year flagship development programme designed to support and enable Managing Associates to understand the role of a partner and what it means to be a business leader at Ashfords.

Jon Groves (Corporate, Bristol), Sophie Michaelides , (Property Litigation, Plymouth) and Mark Forsey , (Real Estate, Exeter) are all promoted to Managing Associate this month.

Created by the...

Peninsula Transport Expands Team to Deliver Regional Strategic Transport Plan

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 11/08/2025 - 8:23pm

Peninsula Transport, sub-national transport body (STB) for Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay, is pleased to announce three new staff appointments and welcome a placement year assistant to support the delivery of its Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) 2025 -2050.

Published earlier this year, the SIP sets out a roadmap to transform transport within the peninsula. It builds on the STB’s transport strategy released in early 2024, translating a vision and long-term goals into actionable priorities. The plan focuses on four key themes: enabling easier journeys,...

your pets daily logo
Home Education Daily logo
Food and Drink Daily logo in red, white and black
your beauty daily logo with heart

Top video

Selco Builders Warehouse | England Rugby star Jack Nowell visits Exeter Saracens junior teams

England ace Jack delivers tips to Saracens

Exeter Weather