Bristol can play a key role in helping the new government meet its ambitions to improve working conditions for women and create better businesses, according to the organisation aiming to make the city England’s best for gender equality. Sandra Gordon, pictured, director of Bristol Women in Business Charter, said:...
Two Bristol-based tech firms working on developing self-driving vehicles have teamed up with Cranfield University to improve their safety by using 3D ultrasound. Calyo and Benedex Robotics have joined forces with Cranfield University in the new partnership, which aims to develop a functional safety sensing platform capable of operating...
Nearly half of South West businesses believe the General Election will lead to significant economic expansion in the region over the next six months, a new survey has revealed. Research commissioned by accountancy firm Monahans, which has seven offices in the region, shows 47% of business owners are confident...
The organisation behind Bristol Chamber of Commerce has called on the newly elected government to ensure the West of England’s potential is fully harnessed, including investing in its growth sectors such as green energy. Business West welcomed Labour’s commitment to an “enduring partnership” with business to deliver the economic...
Bristol and Bath’s top tech pioneers and innovators will be recognised next week at the SPARKies, the awards that showcase the leading individuals, products and firms in the sector. Launched in 2012, the annual awards have grown to become the most-respected accolades of their kind in the region, attracting...
Nearly seven in 10 West of England firms have struggled to recruit staff over the past three months, particularly for skilled manual/technical and professional/managerial roles, according to a major new survey. Despite this problem, 79% of firms are looking to take on full-time workers and just under half are offering...
Noble Deeds, the scheme providing pro bono digital performance marketing support to West of England charities and not-for-profit organisations, has returned for its third year. Staged by the Bristol office of US-owned agency Noble Performs, the package this year will include SEO, analytics and paid social worth £25,000 to the...
Bristol property development and architecture firm Studio Hive has released new details about its plans for a major mixed-use scheme at the heart of the city’s Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone. The 12-acre urban regeneration project on Silverthorne Lane behind Bristol Temple Meads railway station will include offices, homes and...
Bristol has claimed second place in a table of leading UK towns and cities for its artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem. The ranking is based on a comprehensive analysis of 59 places across country in a pioneering research report carried out by BusinessFinanced.co.uk, a leading provider of financial insights and...
Two Bristol firms have been shortlisted in a prestigious national awards scheme that recognises the achievements of the UK’s most dynamic and innovative businesses. Fundraising and investment company Fundsurfer and Boardroom Advisors, the business management consultancy, will line up against firms from across the UK in the 2024 Allica...
Three Bristol entrepreneurs have teamed up to launch an online store specialising in the best no and low-alcohol drinks from across the globe. Positive Drinks Co is built on the idea of making positive choices around drinks. The trio behind it – David Darke, Piers Tincknell and James Bunting...
Crime prevention charity is challenging Bristol firms to employ ex-offenders following an event that gave a rare chance for businesses leaders to engage with a group of young men with criminal records. Key4Life brought together 25-plus senior managers from across the city for the gathering at ethical bank Triodos UK’s Bristol head office. Firms...
Global design practice BDP has appointed architecture director Akshay Khera as the new head of its Bristol studio. Akshay, pictured, is passionate about improving the built environment in Bristol, the South West and Wales and has more than a decade of experience designing buildings and spaces in the region. ...
