Key industry figures from across the country have been confirmed as speakers for the upcoming Northern Ireland Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, taking place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre this Thursday (Sept 11). The one-day event, in partnership […]
Following a successful comeback last year, the organisers of BarCamp Belfast are bringing the popular “unconference” back to the city. The event will be closing out Belfast Tech Week at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter on 26th
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Almost three years after the business was devastated in a fire at Cathedral Buildings Belfast media and marketing company Excalibur Press has revealed they’ve brought back their publishing department thanks to a Queen’s graduate. Following the blaze in their Donegall
Queen’s Graduate Revives Belfast Publishing Service After Cathedral Quarter Blaze Read Post »
Six Chambers of Commerce unite to host a cross border celebration of women in leadership Women from across Northern Ireland and Ireland are being encouraged to save the date for a major new cross-border event, She Leads Women Shaping Economies,
Women In Leadership To Gather For Cross Border She Leads Event Read Post »
Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector, which generates an estimated £16 billion in economic value and supports nearly 100,000 jobs, will come together next month for its largest industry event of the year. Around 2,500 delegates are expected to attend the Northern
Northern Ireland’s £16 Billion Manufacturing Industry Unites for Flagship Event Read Post »
Davidson McDonnell has announced plans to continue targeted expansion as it marks a decade of trailblazing growth. With turnover at the firm for its most recent financial year having increased once again by over 15%, the practice now holds a
Davidson McDonnell Marks 10 Years Of Trailblazing Growth Read Post »
Biopax Limited, a Belfast-based leader in sustainable packaging, welcomed a prestigious international guest to its production facility. On Monday 28 July, Madam Li Li, Chairman and CEO of Masterwork Group Co. Ltd, visited the site in what was her only factory
West Belfast Factory Welcomes Global Packaging Leader Read Post »
Retail NI, in partnership with National Lottery operator Allwyn, SSE Airtricity and Gig Grafter, has officially launched the High Street Heroes NI 2025 campaign. This vibrant initiative celebrates the independent retailers and local businesses that form the backbone of Northern
Belfast Businesses Encouraged To Shine In High Street Heroes NI 2025 Awards Read Post »
AIB has launched a new green loan to help businesses transition to a low carbon economy. The Business Sustainability Loan is available to all eligible businesses, including all agri sectors seeking to green their operations. The interest rate is lower
Store partners from Specsavers stores across Northern Ireland recently came together with accommodation managers and partners at Simon Community to celebrate a successful first year of eye testing clinics for people experiencing homelessness in Northern Ireland. Since June 2024, thirteen
By Mark Johnston, Johnston Financial Solutions New research published by Manufacturing NI, confirms what many businesses are already feeling on the ground: Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector is under strain. Despite contributing more than £16 billion to the economy through direct,
Manufacturing Under Pressure As Finance Gaps Widen Across Northern Ireland Read Post »
Shelley Cowan knows all too well the challenges that come with trying to find accessible accommodation in Northern Ireland. After spending more than a decade as a wheelchair user due to severe ME and complex health needs, she experienced first-hand
Businesswoman Tackling Hotel Accessibility With Help From Explore Enterprise Read Post »
A Limavady-based entrepreneur has built a wellness business rooted in Mediterranean-inspired principles after receiving tailored support from the now-completed Northern Ireland Explore Enterprise Support Service, a government-funded initiative delivered by Enterprise NI in partnership with the Kings Trust. Natalie McGee,
Limavady Health Coach Launches Wellness Business with Explore Enterprise Support Read Post »
The recently published Northern Ireland SME Access to Finance Report 2025, developed by the British Business Bank in partnership with Enterprise Northern Ireland, offers a detailed picture of how small and medium-sized businesses are managing, seeking and accessing finance. With
A Northern Ireland warehousing, logistics and shipping firm showcased how the introduction of emerging technologies into their operations has enabled them to “run shoulder to shoulder” with companies “three, four, five times the size” of theirs. SJ Henderson Fulfilment is
Northern Ireland Logistics Firm Levels Up With Cutting-Edge Tech Through DTFF Support Read Post »
InterTradeIreland has signed up as a lead sponsor of the TechFoundHer Summit 2025, powering the event’s inaugural Breakthrough Awards for women innovators at the upcoming all-island gathering. The announcement comes as final preparations are underway for the high-energy, purpose-driven event,
InterTradeIreland Join Sponsor Lineup For TechFoundHer Summit Read Post »
Carlingford Adventure Centre has officially launched a new Team Development Programme, offering a dynamic learning experience aimed at helping corporate teams, educators and professionals strengthen communication, boost collaboration and unlock leadership potential. Marking a significant milestone in its 35th year
Carlingford Adventure Centre Launches New Corporate Team Development Programme Read Post »
International investor and star of the critically acclaimed Show Her The Money documentary Wendy Ryan is set to take to the stage at the forthcoming TechFoundHer Summit 2025 in Dublin next month. Wendy, CEO of Kadabra based in Silicon Valley,
NI financial advisory firm continues to invest in its people as it makes series of promotions. Leading financial advisory firm HNH has announced four senior promotions within its Belfast office, reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to growth and client service
HNH Strengthens Team With Four Key Promotions Read Post »
A partner in Lewis Silkin’s Belfast office has been announced as the new chair of diversity, equity and inclusion for the firm covering Great Britain, Northern Ireland, Ireland and Hong Kong. Paul Gillen is a partner in the Employment team
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Translink is set to once again support the Moy Park Belfast City Marathon by operating a series of early morning train services on Sunday 4th May, helping participants and supporters get to the start line on time. Early trains will
Translink to Operate Early Train Services for Moy Park Belfast City Marathon Read Post »
Accessibility consultant Shelley Cowan has launched a new web app to help people with a disability find and book accommodation that meets their access needs. TravelEase is the latest initiative from Shelley Cowan, a tech founder and accessibility consultant whose
Ciaran Kelly to create ten jobs as he’s honoured at Las Vegas event Ciaran Kelly, founder of Pizza Crew, has realised a dream he’s been chasing for a decade as he was inducted as a member of the World Pizza
BELFAST MAN JOINS WORLD PIZZA CHAMPIONS Read Post »
Global female trailblazers in technology, innovation, and investment are set to take to the stage next month for the third annual TechFoundHer Summit. The event will take place on May 14 at the Mansion House in Dublin with a series
Global Women Tech Leaders To Take To Stage At TechFoundHer 2025 Summit Read Post »
Individuals from Newcomer Communities are being urged to take part in a Belfast City Council consultation, as the deadline to complete the survey has been extended and two additional in-person events will take place this week. The Mind Tribe UK,
‘Scale Up Your Street’ competition will see Jet2holidays help up to ten agency partners open a new retail shop, with support including a potential six-figure financial contribution in total 28th March 2025: Jet2holidays has announced details of a brand-new campaign called ‘Scale Up Your Street’, which will
Jet2holidays to help independent travel agents open a retail shop in latest campaign! Read Post »
Belfast City Airport has been confirmed as the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for the second year in a row, according to the latest data from the Civil Aviation Authority. The airport continues to lead the way with an exceptional on-time
BELFAST CITY AIRPORT FLIES HIGH AS UK’S MOST PUNCTUAL AIRPORT 2024 Read Post »
Private healthcare facility the Mid Ulster Clinic has become the first clinic in the UK and Ireland to offer the Capilo scalp and hair care range, a dermatologically certified treatment developed by Spanish brand Eva Professional and exclusively distributed by
Mid Ulster Clinic First in UK and Ireland to Launch Specialist Scalp Care Treatments Read Post »
JUST A CLICK AWAY FROM A GREAT NIGHT OUT! The Millennium Forum has just launched a brand new website that will enable a more user-friendly experience for its customers, in particular, those with accessibility needs. Funded by Derry City &
Millennium Forum Launches New Accessible Website Read Post »
The directors of the McKeever Hotel Group today confirmed that they have acquired the Armagh City Hotel from its former owners, Kieran McAnallan, Felix Mooney, Brian McCormack, and Ernie Fisher, for an undisclosed sum. The popular city centre hotel, which
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A former Citibank N.A. United Kingdom employee has settled her sex and disability discrimination cases against the company for £215,000. The cases were supported by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Maeve Bradley worked for Citibank in Belfast as an Assistant
Former Citibank Employee Settles Sex Discrimination Case For £215,000 Read Post »
The Mind Tribe UK have been appointed by Belfast City Council to lead a new research and consultation project aimed at identifying the barriers faced by individuals from Newcomer Communities in accessing entrepreneurial support. The project will involve 8 consultation
Upstream assumes full local ownership and wins backing from Pollen Street Capital to help power local businesses. Belfast-headquartered asset-based lending (ABL) specialist, Upstream, has successfully completed a management buyout (MBO) of the business, bringing it back into full local ownership.
Upstream Secures £150m Funding For Local Businesses After Successful MBO Read Post »
