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RED Construction opens new office at Exeter Science Park, building on successful regional growth

Exeter Science Park has welcomed RED Construction Group as its latest tenant, further strengthening the Park’s reputation as a hub for high-growth, innovation-focused companies.

RED Construction Group , an award-winning contractor with a strong track record across the south west, is no stranger to Exeter Science Park . The company recently delivered the £22 million, net-zero carbon voco Zeal Hotel - a flagship project for the region.

The company has delivered an extensive portfolio of high-profile projects in Bristol and across the south west region over the past eight...

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Ann Hunter, BID Manager for InExeter announces her departure

Ann Hunter, BID Manager at InExeter the Business Improvement District for Exeter city centre has decided to resign from her role and will leave in July following five and a half successful years.

“ It has been an absolute privilege to work here in this great city, to support and raise the profile of our brilliant local businesses, animate, and activate the city and add to its vibrancy ” said Ann of her time running InExeter.

A passionate advocate for Exeter, Ann has been instrumental in supporting and raising the profile of businesses in the city. Under her leadership,...

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Foot Anstey strengthens its Real Estate Group and Developer Sector team with key Partner hire

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, bolsters its dedicated Developer Sector team with the appointment of Partner, Philip Brown.

Philip joins Foot Anstey's Real Estate Group and Developer Sector team bringing a wide range of expertise in land development, with particular emphasis on commercial and residential development and the securing of development and project finance.

Philip acts for national, regional and local developers, landowners, and banks and alternative lenders, as well as investment companies. He advises clients on strategic acquisition and development projects...

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Exeter business really is the best place to work!

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Sun, 04/30/2023 - 7:42pm

Digital marketing business Optix Solutions has been named the top ‘boutique’ agency in the country in Campaign’s prestigious Best Place to Work list.

What’s more, the company was placed fourth overall in the top 100, its highest ever position.

Managing Director Rob Stevens, who collected the award with colleague Xenia Espina, says “This is the third year Optix Solutions has been included on the list. We knew we were in the top 100 back in March.

“But then we were invited to the awards reception in London, and interviewed by a journalist for Campaign which hadn’t...

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Spotlight to Shine Bright on Crafts & Gardens at Devon County Show 2023

The spotlight will shine brightly and musically on the Crafts & Gardens Marquee this year at Devon County Show. An installation, featuring a grand piano bedecked with flowers and in a woodland setting, is to be masterminded by Plantsmen, Horticulturalist, Florist and Show Garden designer, Kenny Raybould.

The installation will measure 5 x 5m and will be one of the centre pieces of the huge marquee - the largest on the showground.

Kenny moved down to the South West during Covid and now runs a growing and research project at Grown That Way in East Cornwall. He has built...

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New support network for men launches in Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 04/28/2023 - 11:41pm

Former Gemini, Heart and Radio Exe radio presenter Matt Young has unveiled a new networking initiative - Who Needs Instructions – to provide practical support for men to help them overcome mental health challenges.

With suicide rates amongst men at an all-time high, Matt believes that if men felt better able to talk to each other about the stuff that really matters, it would help prevent many from reaching crisis point.

Having spent over 20 years as a broadcaster, Matt has honed his own communication skills and now wants to encourage others to do the same.

“I’ve...

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Expanding law firm takes on new director and head of litigation

Niche law specialist Bertram Fairbanks providing advice on corporate, commercial, and property law, announces the appointment of Robert Scott as a director and head of litigation.

Neal Bertram – Director Bertram Fairbanks says: “We have been actively recruiting staff in line with our ongoing ambitious expansion plans, so delighted that Robert has joined the growing team. He is a highly regarded and well-known commercial litigation lawyer who has worked closely with Bertram Fairbanks as a consultant over the last 12 months and closely involved in our strategic expansion, and I’m...

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Splash Projects BizX win

Local company makes a big splash in London with a national business award

Authored by Al Gibson
Posted: Fri, 04/28/2023 - 12:47pm

Splash Projects, based in Exmouth, has won a BizX Award at the London Excel for ‘Best Community Impact’. The accolade recognises Splash’s delivery of 45 projects for 28 charities across 11 countries worth around £2-million to the charities in 2022 alone.

This is the first time a company from Devon & Cornwall has received this award at the prestigious BizX Forum and Awards. This year’s ceremony which took place on 20 April, 2023, honours the business excellence from businesses across the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa.

The two-day conference and awards banquet is...

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Devon business honoured with first ever King's Award for Enterprise

Authored by Program
Posted: Fri, 04/21/2023 - 7:41pm

A scientific services business from Devon has been recognised by the UK’s most prestigious business awards.

Brixham-based Scymaris was today unveiled as a winner of the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise, in the International Trade Category. Founded in 2016, Scymaris is a leading provider of Ecotoxicology, Environmental Fate and Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Services to global agrochemical, pharmaceutical, industrial chemicals and biocides industries.

The firm responds to critical regulatory and research requirements, to understand how chemicals can impact the...

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Four ways to make everyday Earth Day in Exeter's businesses and workplaces

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 04/21/2023 - 10:25am

Keen for your business or workplace to do more for the planet and reduce your impact on the environment, but not sure where to start?

It’s Earth Day tomorrow (22nd April) and, with corporate sustainability having never been higher on the agenda, Simon Ursell, Managing Director of Cirencester-based B Corp certified environmental consultancy Tyler Grange is sharing four ways to help steer more of the nation’s 5.5 million businesses towards a greener future. And the time to act is now.

A new study states that the majority (68%) of UK employees aren’t satisfied with the...

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Volvo retailer renamed following acquisition

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 04/20/2023 - 11:26pm

Five Volvo motor retailers in the South West are being renamed, following the acquisition of Helston Garages Group Limited by Vertu Motors plc in December 2022.

The showrooms in Barnstaple, Exeter, Taunton, Yeovil and Truro have been brought under the Vertu Motors retail brand.

Vertu Motors plc acquired 28 franchised sales outlets from Helston Garages Group in December 2022 and has commenced a rebrand; the existing management teams and colleagues will continue in their roles, giving customers in the area continuity of service.

Robert Forrester, Chief Executive...

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