Business

Most common mistakes of novice traders

The trading profession might seem easy in the eyes of untrained professionals. But the people who are involved in it, they know that it is not so easy to survive in this financial industry. Typically, people think it is all about sitting in front of the computer and making decisions about buying and selling the stock. But the reality is different. There are so many vital decisions that should...

Ultrafast broadband is coming to the South West

Homes and businesses in Bristol and Plymouth are to benefit from the roll out of ultrafast broadband services, as new fibre connections begin to be installed from early in 2021. The installation of new communications infrastructure for faster internet access will provide a much-needed boost to the local economy, improving productivity and innovation, as well as supporting new technologies for...

Despite Covid-19, South West growth economy businesses remain ambitious about growth

BGF releases first survey into the attitudes of growth economy companies in the UK:

  • Two thirds (68%) of South West respondents say they are still motivated to grow their business in 2021, despite challenges of Covid-19
  • 63% of South West respondents say that the pandemic has prompted them to make permanent changes to their business

New research released...

Collaborate South West

Pandemic sees South West companies collaborate not compete

Businesses across the South West worked more closely together in 2020 despite the economic challenges of the pandemic.

A survey of over 100 companies by Collaborate South West found that over two thirds increased levels of collaboration with other organisations, with 80% believing collaboration to be extremely or very important to their business success moving forward.

A...

Home-grown talent recognised through promotions at Plymouth law firm

Law firm Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has confirmed a number of senior promotions across its UK offices, including a new partner and a new associate in the firm's Plymouth office. The office also recently welcomed Andrij Jurkiw , WBD's head of competition, who relocated to Plymouth last month.

Stephen Panton , in the commercial disputes team, has been promoted to partner. With over 20...

Plymouth Science Park tenants celebrate award wins

Two Plymouth Science Park tenants are celebrating after winning at this year’s Tech South West Awards , which took place as a live digital ceremony on Thursday November 25.

BMT won the Tech Research award, for their work around investigating the use of external batteries positioned outside submarine pressure hulls.

Whilst Moortec, whose technology is used to design almost every...

Business Expansion at Plymouth Science Park

One of Plymouth Science Park’s newest tenants has announced significant growth, after just 7 months in business.

Having moved to the Park in June, just one month after its inception, Ultra Semi provides technical and consultancy services to companies in the semiconductor industry, offering them focused technical expertise in the areas of; process and device architecture, yield...

“Firms need to be more aware of cyber crime” - says digital insurance broker

A leading insurance broker has urged UK firms to be more aware of cyber crime. Get Indemnity, a digital insurance broker, which specialises in professional indemnity, has noticed a surge in companies reporting cyber attacks again in recent years - and is now encouraging firms to get the right cover for online attacks.

“A cyber attack can be anything from data leaks, to site hacking...

Tamar Security fire safety engineer

Top Quality Assurance Award for Tamar Security

Exeter-based fire and security company, Tamar Security has achieved BAFE accreditation for its fire safety work.

BAFE is an independent organisation which rigorously audits and accredits suppliers in the fire protection industry. Its remit is to ensure quality and provide the vital reassurance to customers that the services being bought or specified are effective, reliable and...

Devon small business mentor wins Enterprise Nation’s 2020 Top 10 Advisers Award

Marketing expert Jennifer Corcoran, founder of My Super Connector based in Shaldon, Devon, has been crowned one of the UK’s Top 10 advisers for the support she provides to small businesses and entrepreneurs to help them build their LinkedIn profile.

The virtual awards ceremony, which announced the winners of the Enterprise Nation Top 50 Advisers competition, across a range of...

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