Member News

“Paperless cockpit” steers software business to soaraway success

A business which provides software solutions to literally lighten the load for the post-Covid aviation industry has soared ahead as airlines continue to seek savings, improve flight safety and increase operational efficiencies.

New appointment for Hull-based specialist shipping, rail and logistics law firm

Matthew Doughty has joined Myton Law, the Hull-based specialist shipping, rail and logistics law firm and Chamber member.

Hull businesses secure ‘star’ status by supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options

Four of Hull’s most notable businesses and organisations have received national certification for their workplace travel plans which encourage and support their workforces, around 2,530 staff, to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute.

Humber Freeport approves £25m of investment for projects to drive green economic growth

Humber Freeport has signed off a total of almost £25m of investment for projects to stimulate growth and create hundreds of jobs across the region.

Hull College Shortlisted for Apprenticeship Provider of the Year (Training Provider) in the 2023 AIM Empowering Futures Awards

Hull College is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Apprenticeship Provider of the Year (Training Provider) award at the prestigious 2023 AIM Empowering Futures Awards.

Second phase of development to begin and a hugely successful first 18 months for RaisE

Leading recruitment company celebrates phenomenal growth as they conclude second year

Leading recruitment company Consortium Recruitment has announced its year-end results with phenomenal growth

Engineering design consultancy expands to the Humber and opens a new office in Hull

A long-established engineering design consultancy is aiming to build partnerships and generate job opportunities after expanding to the Humber by opening a new office in Hull.

Hulloween Steampunk Festival returns for a weekend of the weird and wonderful

The Hulloween Steampunk Festival is heading back to East Yorkshire with the promise of more weird, wacky and wonderful experiences for all the family and the hope that the excitement around the event will help to secure a top tourism award.

Business centre boss welcomes discussion on modernising employment

The head of a Hull-based business centre and national chair of a leading industry body welcomed ideas aired in the city about future working practices but also urged caution and collaboration.

Growing from strength to strength

Following another year of significant growth, Sowerby are pleased to welcome both Sarah Wragg as Director of Owner Managed Businesses and Adam Welbourne as Audit Director.

Three new directors at leading Yorkshire logistics company

Neill & Brown Global Logistics has made the largest change to its board in four decades.

£20-million funding is major boost to Grimsby Town Centre and its Long-Term Plan

The transformation of Grimsby Town Centre into a central hub where people and families can visit and enjoy has received a £20-million funding boost from Government.

Humber Estuary Operations has brand new, environmentally friendly TRADESMAN

Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP is delighted to have advised SMS Towage Limited (“SMS”), a leading marine firm based in Hessle, East Yorkshire, on its purchase of a 22-metre tugboat from Sanmar Shipyards in Turkey.

Regional Accountants Tee Off success with £7,630 raised for the British Heart Foundation

Forrester Boyd Chartered Accountants host charity golf day raising funds for the British Heart Foundation and in memory of partner Lee Bradbury, who sadly passed away a year ago.