Author: Alice Gregory

Cardiff-based electric vehicle (EV) provider, FleetEV, hosted a pop-up event at the Senedd in Cardiff Bay earlier this month, to showcase their EV and smart charging solutions to key stakeholders. At the event, FleetEV met with local politicians and highlighted their delivery of over 400 EVs to the Welsh public sector in the past year through the Welsh Government Commercial Delivery (WGCD) framework for electric vehicle provision, saving the sector over £1.2 million. Sister company, PLUG Charging, also showcased their innovative lamp column charger, after recently celebrating their placement on the Welsh Government’s EV Charging Infrastructure Framework. This major contract will…

This Father’s Day, Sunday 15 June, The Red Dragon Centre in vibrant Cardiff Bay is turning up the heat with an action-packed family event to celebrate the release of How to Train Your Dragon at its ODEON cinema. Families are invited to meet Dexter and Ferne – a captivating dragon duo featuring one impressive full-size dragon and one adorable baby sidekick. Visitors can test their skills and see if they have what it takes to train these mischievous beasts during live dragon appearances at 12.30pm, 2pm, and 3.30pm. The fun doesn’t stop there. Film fans and trainers can continue their…

Quantum Advisory, a leading provider of pensions and employee benefits consulting services, has announced the launch of a refreshed brand identity, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s evolution. The new branding represents a complete refresh of Quantum Advisory’s visual identity and brand voice, aligning more closely with the firm’s mission, continued growth, and forward-looking approach. It features a modern new logo and a redesigned website that delivers a more intuitive user experience, streamlined navigation, and richer content—offering greater insights into services, team, values, and specialist expertise. Stuart Price, Partner, at Quantum Advisory said: “As the industry landscape continues to…

Free period products are now available in more public spaces across Wales, thanks to the Welsh Government’s £3.2m Period Dignity fund. This funding has transformed access to essential period products – now freely available not just in every school and college in Wales, but across hundreds of venues from libraries and leisure centres to food banks, sports clubs and youth hubs. With aims to completely eradicate period poverty by 2027, the Welsh Government is determined that no one should miss education, work or social activities simply because they cannot afford or access period products. Flintshire’s innovative ‘Reusable Period Product Parties’…

This May half-term, BOOM is pulling out all the stops with a jam-packed line-up of activities and offers — perfect for families looking to mix fun, food, and a splash of friendly competition. Located in the heart of the city centre’s Brewery Quarter, you can access it via the steps or a lift in one corner, making it accessible for everyone. Perfect if you have a pram in tow like we did.  As a family, we’re always on the lookout for something new, exciting, and a little bit different to do during the school holidays. We’ve been to Boom years…

This half term, The Red Dragon Centre is set to come alive with colour, creativity, and community spirit. On Wednesday 28 May, the Centre will host a vibrant Community Fun Day, bringing together families, local makers, and joyful festivities in the lead-up to Eid Al Adha. In partnership with Now In a Minute Media, a media and culture platform by Muslims in Wales that works to inspire and encourage participation in creative spaces, the event will feature the Centre’s first-ever pre-Eid market, running from 11am to 6pm. The market will showcase a wide variety of handmade treasures – from artisanal…

Fabricator Dudley’s Aluminium has taken a significant step towards net zero at its Cardiff site. The firm partnered with Inspire Green, a renewable energy company serving south Wales and south-west England, to install 192 high-efficiency solar panels on its production facility, as well as solar electric vehicle charging technology. The system will help Dudley’s Aluminium decarbonise their operations, reducing emissions from electricity generation by 77% and will supply approximately 60% of the site’s electricity going forward. The installation supports the fabricator’s net zero aspirations by saving 17.15 tonnes of CO2 annually. This latest move follows the introduction of hybrid company…

YMCA Cardiff has been announced as the chosen charity for the Wales Business Awards 2025. YMCA Cardiff, based in Roath, is dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness. The local branch is part of the YMCA, the oldest and largest youth charity in the world which supports 228,000 children a year across England and Wales. YMCA Cardiff provides tailored support services that address the root causes of homelessness while offering individuals the opportunity to rebuild their lives, as well as empowering young people to discover who they are and what they can achieve. The charity’s core services include safe, supported…

Accountancy firm Kilsby Williams has launched a highly experienced forensic accounting and expert witness service, following the appointment of Chris Hatcher to the firm following 30 years with two local practices. The division will be led by Chris and existing partner Huw Sheppard who has many years’ experience in providing expert witness valuations. Chris joins the firm with a wealth of experience in forensic accounting and expert witness services. He is a Chartered Accountant who trained and qualified with a predecessor firm of PwC. Chris has acted for a wide range of businesses from SMEs to sizeable groups, as well…

One of the UK’s leading law firms, Acuity Law, along with alliance partner Kepler Wolf, has successfully advised the majority shareholders of Yodel Mobile on its acquisition by digital marketing agency NP Digital, enhancing their ability to offer advanced mobile expertise to clients worldwide. A pioneer in mobile app marketing, Yodel has a proven track record of delivering great results for brands such as UKTV and B&Q. Named App Marketing Agency of the Year at the 2024 App Growth Awards, their services, which include app store optimisation (ASO), user acquisition, and expert consultancy, drive transformation in a mobile-first world. Acuity played a…