Author: Rhys Gregory

More than 60 companies and organisations were represented at the Denbighshire County Council March for Business event, held at the OpTIC Technology Centre in St Asaph. Chaired by Ashley Rogers, the forum was an opportunity for firms of all sizes to discover how they can benefit from the imminent Growth Deal, which is being driven by North Wales Economic Ambition Board. Mr Rogers, a member of the Ambition Board and chair of North Wales Mersey Dee (NWMD) Business Council, said the projects earmarked for development would have a major impact on the region’s economy. Those words were echoed by Iwan…

Henry Howard Finance Group (HHF) has appointed a new Head of Credit to help support the independent funder’s continued growth. Matt Conibear, originally from Bristol, will train new underwriters within the Group, write credit policies and underwrite transactions. Matt joins the business from BNP Paribas, prior to which he held a similar role at GE Capital for 15 years. Speaking of his appointment Matt says, “I am delighted to join Henry Howard Finance. The company is dynamic, and flexible, and it is really exciting to be part of their journey during this time of significant growth.” Commenting on the role,…

The South Wales Crucible – led by Swansea University – has published its Science and Innovation report to the UK Government that outlines how the consortium can make positive and lasting steps to help unlock the region’s innovation-led growth potential. The consortium brings together Swansea, Cardiff, Bangor and Aberystwyth universities, research centres of excellence and internationally significant firms, and is backed by the Welsh Government. The report – commissioned by the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) – confirms that South Wales has nationally and internationally significant capabilities, as well as a strong portfolio of globally competitive science…

Cardiff and Vale College played host to some of the best young culinary talent in the country who battled it out in a series of Skills Competition Wales Hospitality and Catering finals. Economy Minister, Ken Skates also called in to see the budding chefs compete. The Skills Competition Wales contests were held in CAVC’s The Classroom restaurant, managed by the Inspiring Skills Excellence in Wales project and co-ordinated by Cambrian Training. The College also hosted Hospitality demonstrations for by WorldSkills UK squad members and ‘Have a Go’ sessions to engage with other College students. The Minister was taken around the…

South Wales Police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of Cheyenne Nelson, who has been reported as missing. Cheyenne, 14, was last seen on Thursday 7th March at 5:30pm in Cymmer, Neath Port Talbot. He was last seen wearing black sportswear and Nike Air Max shoes. If you see Cheyenne or have information that could help us to find him, contact us on 101 quoting reference 1900083461.

A Welsh engineering company has seen its turnover boosted by more than a quarter after targeting business overseas as part of a wider business growth strategy.  [aoa id=”1″] Swansea-based Axium Process, a world-leading manufacturer of specialist filtration systems and stainless-steel process equipment, has seen its annual turnover grow by 25% thanks to its firm focus on international trade. The ambitious company, which sells its products internationally, is now eyeing further growth by expanding its export client base and moving into new territories. Founded in 2002 by Dave and Margaret Houldsworth, Axium Process initially focused on trade within the UK after…

Cardiff restaurant legend Giovanni Malacrino is opening a ‘pasta house’ in the Bay this month – with his Hollywood actor son, Luca. [aoa id=”1″] Piatto, which means plate in Italian, will be serving 10 different types of pasta – and you can even have yours served in a bowl made of cheese – when it opens on March 19. The family has taken over the former Caffi Sïo, by the fountains opposite Wales Millennium Centre, a striking glass-fronted building and terrace on Lloyd George Avenue where you’ll now be able to order plates of pasta for four to share, non-pasta…

If you are a tenant or a landlord of a commercial property, you’ve no doubt spent too much of your irretrievable, precious time mulling-over service charges. As a tenant, you want to make sure the charges you’re paying are fair and reasonable. As a landlord, you want to ensure the costs of running your building are covered and are paid on time. Service charges are the cement that holds the tenant-landlord relationship together. And, unfortunately, that adhesive can too often become a sticky issue. One of the main reasons for this is a lack of clarity for both parties around…

Award-winning local Mixologist, Mark Holmes of The Dead Canary, has partnered with LABEL 5 Scotch Whisky to create a bespoke new cocktail recipe, inspired by Cardiff, as part of the brand’s City Cocktails campaign. The Cymru Old Fashioned Cocktail created by Mark is inspired by the iconic cocktail but brings flavours synonymous with Wales to the fore for a playful twist. The Whisky is combined with Dandelion & Burdock bitters, with a burnt leek cordial that involves charring the leaves of the leek and using the ash to create a cocktail that’s proud to be Welsh. Mark Holmes, Owner and…

Cardiff and Vale College has partnered with Dow to launch its first apprenticeship scheme with a local college, designed to provide students with practical hands-on knowledge for their futures. [aoa id=”1″] The three-year programme accepts ten Chemical Operator Apprentices each year. Apprentices study full-time at the College during their first year, and then spend four days a week on-site at their employer, Dow in their second and third years. The enhanced programme will provide the apprentices with a blended theoretical and practical skillset for their future careers. Dow is a Fortune 50 global multinational, operating in over 180 countries and…