Author: Rhys Gregory

A ‘topping-out’ event has been held as construction of a major new office development in Swansea city centre continues at pace. With construction earmarked for completion in early 2024, the development at 71/72 The Kingsway, once open and operational, will provide space for 600 jobs in sectors like tech, digital and the creative industries. The topping-out event marks the completion of the seven-storey development’s highest structural feature. Located at the former Oceana nightclub site, the 71/72 The Kingsway scheme is being developed by Swansea Council. The development is being part-funded by the £1.3bn Swansea Bay City Deal. Bouygues UK are…

Peter Lynn and Partners Solicitors have successfully overseen the sale of Davies of Mumbles Bakery, a beloved local establishment, ensuring its legacy and continued operation under new ownership. The six-figure sale was structured by company and commercial lawyer James Lewis-Hyndman and commercial property conveyancer Adrian Westoby, securing the bakery’s future and the jobs of its existing staff. “Our primary objective was to ensure not just a legally sound business sale, but also the uninterrupted continuity of heritage, employment, and the unique essence that Davies of Mumbles Bakery represents,” said James. Parallel to the business sale, Adrian Westoby, a specialist in…

Social landlord, Cynon Taf Community Housing Group (CTCHG), following an extensive recruitment process has appointed Auriol Miller as its new chief executive. Working with executive search recruitment agency, Goodson Thomas, CTCHG received more than 60 expressions of interest in the role and the Group is delighted to welcome Auriol into the organisation. Ms. Miller joins CTCHG from the Institute of Welsh Affairs (IWA), where she led Wales’ leading independent thinktank for seven years. She said of her appointment, “I’m delighted to be joining Cynon Taf Community Housing Group as CEO. It will be a privilege to lead such a strong…

Mid Wales is an ideal destination for a short break this autumn and winter as people look to boost their wellbeing by escaping to the countryside and seaside. That’s the view of the woman who heads up the independent organisation representing more than 600 tourism and hospitality businesses across Powys, Ceredigion and the Meirionnydd region of Gwynedd. Val Hawkins, chief executive of MWT Cymru, believes the glorious Mid Wales countryside and seaside beaches are the perfect places to recharge the batteries and boost mental and physical wellbeing. The region has a wealth of things to see and do, from the…

An award-winning South Wales manufacturing company is set to see its revenue from exports skyrocket to £15 million after securing several deals following growing demand for its products across the globe. Pontyclun-based Concrete Canvas, which manufactures innovative flexible concrete fabric, is on track to boost its exports by 20% to £15 million by the end of this financial year, thanks to a string of international deals it has recently secured with support from the Welsh Government. The company is eyeing significant expansion in the US – a key target market – as a route to export growth, having partnered with…

Drop Bear Beer Co., the pioneering non-alcohol brewery, is excited to announce its recent acquisition of a state-of-the-art brewery in Swansea, Wales. This bold expansion not only establishes Drop Bear Beer Co. as the first non-alcohol brewery in Wales but also positions them as the largest alcohol free brewery in the United Kingdom. The company’s commitment to redefining the world of non-alcoholic brewing takes a giant leap forward with this development. Drop Bear’s new brewery spanning an impressive 16,000 square feet, provides an ideal canvas for Drop Bear Beer Co.’s innovative non-alcohol, carbon neutral brewing practices. The facility guarantees maximum…

High-growth company Paramount has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Hayley Ivin as marketing director to accelerate its advance to the £60-million turnover mark. The Cardiff-headquartered design, build, fit-out and refurbishment specialist has promoted Hayley from her role as marketing manager to spearhead the firm’s marketing strategy and maintain its “impressive” growth trajectory. Hayley joined Paramount in February 2020 and her promotion marks further expansion of its management team to support company progress, which was boosted earlier this year following a strategic move into the construction sector. Hayley successfully led Paramount through a company rebrand in 2021. Since…

The most anticipated downhill mountain biking event, Red Bull Hardline, is back as it celebrates its 10-year anniversary, returning to the unforgiving terrain of the Dyfi Valley in Wales on 1st and 2nd June. Tickets are now available, and spectators can expect the same level of gnarly jumps and drops that has made this one of the most iconic events in the sporting calendar, as it puts the world’s best riders to the test both physically and mentally. As we gear up for the 10th anniversary in Wales, Red Bull’s mountain bike athlete Matt Jones aims to lay down the…

Help to Save customers have received £146 million in bonus payments since the scheme launched in September 2018 and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging individuals in Wales to take advantage of the generous savings scheme this World Savings Day (31 October). Help to Save is the UK Government savings scheme for low-income earners and offers savers a 50% bonus payment worth up to £1,200 over a maximum of 4 years. Latest figures reveal that 22,000 customers in Wales opened a Help to Save account between September 2018 and March 2023, with more than £18.2 million paid into accounts…

Politicians and business leaders have joined forces to speak with “one voice” in a bid to secure a £1.7 billion boost and thousands of new jobs for North East Wales. Labour, Conservative and Plaid Cymru Senedd members have pledged cross party support for the campaign to create an Investment Zone in the neighbouring counties of Wrexham and Flintshire. One “world first” as part of the initiative could see the creation of a pop up factories to enable start-up companies to rent manufacturing lines to move from making prototypes to full-scale production. Backing for the campaign is gaining momentum with 100…