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03 Jun 08
Hutton backs Nissan's Sunderland car deal
Business Secretary John Hutton today welcomed Nissan’s announcement of a multi-million pound investment at its Sunderland factory, safeguarding hundreds of jobs and leading to the production of a brand new model.

02 Jun 08
North East entrepreneurs urged to show they mean business
Hundreds of workshops are being staged across the North East for budding entrepreneurs interested in starting-up their own businesses.

Tynedale is enterprising champion
The nationwide Enterprising Britain 2008 competition recognises the place where enterprise has helped transform a community and led to improved economic prospects for the area.

30 May 08
Dementia research leader honoured
Newcastle University Professor, Jim Edwardson, whose leadership in research on dementia and other brain disorders helped put the institution at the forefront of European scientific research, had the honour of having a new £8m scientific research centre officially named after him today. (30 May)

29 May 08
Eight North East Sports Clubs to appear in London 2012 Paralympic Pre-Games Training Camp Guide
Eight North East sports facilities have successfully been selected to appear in London 2012’s Pre-Games Training Camp Guide for Paralympic Sports, it was revealed yesterday.

Five is a magic number as blueprint celebrates its fifth birthday

28 May 08
£40m pot to help buildings go green
Organisations in the region could be eligible for as much as £1m each as part of a £40m funding pot to raise awareness of the benefits of renewable energy technologies.

North East brain injury service goes global
A Gateshead based company which treats brain injured patients in their homes could soon be set to share its expertise with the world.

Leading drilling rig design company opens Stockton office
RDS, the leading international oil and gas drilling rig design and engineering company, and a division of the KCA DEUTAG Group, is opening an office at Wynyard Business Park, Tees Valley, Stockton on Tees, North East England.

23 May 08
Opportunities for Electrolux employees
There is good news on the horizon for the 500 workers being made redundant by Electrolux following a decision to close its loss-making cooker factory in Spennymoor at the end of this year.

22 May 08
North East ahead on third sector
North East England has scored a national first for developing leadership in and among voluntary and community organisations.

20 May 08
North East England Welcomes New Guides
North East England celebrated the graduation of 15 new Blue Badge Tourist Guides for the region last night at a ceremony in Durham Cathedral (Monday 19 May).

Fuelling the future
North East farms and forestry businesses looking to produce biomass for low carbon heat and power markets are in line for support from a new project to build supply chains in the regional industry.

Ground specialists unearth business growth
A ground investigation company has secured funding to dig deep into a new market and almost double its workforce.

City's biggest demolition project completed
The massive demolition project to clear the former Scottish and Newcastle Brewery and create Newcastle’s largest development site was completed this week after twelve months of non-stop work that has reshaped the skyline of Newcastle.

19 May 08
First North East Digital Awards a big success
A rugby club website, a bespoke software developer and an innovative PR agency all walked away with the top awards at this year’s North East Digital Awards ceremony and celebration.

16 May 08
New non-stop Stavanger service strengthens Business Links
UK regional airline, Eastern Airways is linking the north east of England with Norway’s energy capital as it launches its first non-stop international service from Newcastle International Airport to Stavanger.

Forging links to help the region’s rural businesses grow
A team of experts in starting and growing rural enterprises is set to improve the performance of rural businesses across the North East.

15 May 08
Greatest minds in technology head to thinking digital conference
Some of the sharpest minds in technology, digital marketing and mobile will head to North East England from around the world next week to discuss the ideas and technologies that are set to fundamentally alter the way people live and work.

Growing high-tech firms given extra financial support
Fledgling high-tech firms looking to grow in the region have been given a further boost on the road to success by One NorthEast.

14 May 08
Chemical industry given £1.65m funding boost
Regional development agency One NorthEast today (Wednesday) awarded more than £1.65m of funding to the North East Process Industry Cluster (NEPIC), ensuring its growth over the next three years.

13 May 08
New State of the Region Report published
North East England’s economy continues to show strong growth rates and is making progress in closing the gap on other English regions – according to the new State of the Region Report.

12 May 08
University talent shines at 20 expanding regional companies
Outstanding talent nurtured at North East universities is underpinning the growth of 20 regional companies with the support of a £2m investment programme from One NorthEast.

Newcastle 15 year old starts school eco club
Fifteen year old Kate O’Brien from Sacred Heart RC High School in Newcastle is an ambitious eco-warrior who has started a school club to encourage her fellow pupils to help combat climate change with practical ideas.

Hands on school science club a big hit for pupils and parents
There will be some very grown up pupils attending a science class next Wednesday, 14 May, at St Cuthberts RC High School in Newcastle, when students and their parents are invited to investigate the history of medicine and dissect a pigs heart, side by side.

Scientific expert helps beacon hill pupils learn to love science
Wallsend’s Beacon Hill School pupils are going to learn about science with a ‘wow’ factor thanks to the start of a unique partnership between Newcastle-based scientist Sarah McLusky and the school.

09 May 08
Major demolition in riverside regeneration
The regeneration of South Shields Riverside has reached a key milestone with the scheduled demolition of one of the town’s major eyesores.

Torn-down barriers make the world a land of opportunity – Lech Walesa
Globalisation has transformed the face of the world economy and created a host of opportunities that were previously not available in the 20th Century, according to one of the most iconic figures in world politics.

08 May 08
The fabric of English life
Homes in America, Germany and France are receiving a quintessentially English make-over from a Tees Valley based soft furnishings company.

Expanding empire whets appetites in Ponteland
A new £1m Italian restaurant in Ponteland is proving so successful its owners are already planning to expand.

Brush firm sweeps away inefficiencies
One of the region’s longest established businesses has brushed away a host of manufacturing inefficiencies thanks to One NorthEast experts.

Low Carb diet for North East homes
Leading fuel poverty charity National Energy Action (NEA) has been awarded more than £100,000 from One NorthEast to manage a ground-breaking initiative ‘Low Carb Lane’ which will have a vital financial and environmental impact for households across Northumberland.

Sustainable energy top of agenda at regional event
Promoting sustainable energy and reducing carbon emissions will take centre stage at an annual event next week.

New biofuels partnership agreed
Plans to make North East England an international hub for the biofuels industry have taken a key step forward – with the creation of a new partnership which will lead the development work that will be needed.

06 May 08
New rural business investment begins
New and existing rural businesses looking for support to grow and develop are in line for a share of more than £1m in funding from the recently-launched Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE).

02 May 08
Chance to help regional food sector
Food and drink producers and distributors from across the region are invited to take part in a study aimed at improving routes to market for regional produce.

01 May 08
World leader to addresss NECC members
One of the best known and most influential world leaders of the 20th Century has chosen the North East as the venue for a solo talk in England next week.

Tourism winner launches 2008 awards
The search is on for the best places to stay, eat, visit and enjoy a thoroughly good day out in North East England.

29 Apr 08
The North East Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2008
The 2008 North East Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, hosted by Women Into the Network (WIN), will be officially launched at an event to be held on Thursday 29th May at The International Centre for Life in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

28 Apr 08
£1/4 million left to spend on North East Energy Management
Time is running out for North East businesses to take advantage of free consultancy support to help them become more resource efficient. Companies have until July 2008 to tap into the £1/4 million remaining in the Midas resource efficiency budget.

Doorway to success
A Hartlepool door manufacturer is set to grow its workforce after receiving support from Business Link to implement a three-year plan.

25 Apr 08
Atmel response group applauds support
The response group set up to support Atmel employees to seek new job opportunities has applauded the support from businesses in the region.

North East welcomes swedish ambassador
North East investment opportunities were unveiled to over 20 Swedish businesses and the country’s ambassador to the UK at an event in Newcastle last night.

24 Apr 08
Yanmar sets up further R&D activities in the North East
Leading Japanese manufacturer of micro combined heat and power systems, Yanmar, has officially begun a new phase of research and development in partnership with Newcastle University, as part of ongoing inward investment and research activities being carried out by the corporation in partnership with the North East’s Centre of Excellence for new and renewable energy, NaREC.

23 Apr 08
International students rate Newcastle University seventh in the world
Newcastle University has been ranked seventh in the world for the quality of its international student experience.

21 Apr 08
Sunniside Gardens scoop another top award
New gardens that have transformed an historic area of Sunderland city centre have scooped a top award from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Engineering firm is fired up for expansion
A Tees Valley company dedicated to engineering fire protection systems is expanding its state of the art facilities to create 40 new jobs.

Royal accolades for enterprising North East businesses....and individuals
The annual winners and recipients of The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise were announced on 21 April, The Queen’s birthday.

18 Apr 08
A night to remember - outdoor spectacular marks the launch of Sunderland Aquatic Centre
Thousands of people watched an impressive free celebration event outside the Sunderland Aquatic Centre last night [Thursday 17th April 2008] which marked the official opening of the new £20 million centre which houses a 50m, competition-sized swimming pool, a 25m diving pool and a two storey, state-of-the-art Wellness Centre.

15 Apr 08
Merger strengthens North East England's bid to become world class centre for innovation processing sector
The Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) and the Centre of Excellence for Nano, Micro and Photonic Systems (Cenamps), have today announced that they will merge with immediate effect in a move that reinforces the region’s position as the lead driver for innovation in the UK’s processing sector.

14 Apr 08
Student racers in overdrive with digital skills
A student pit crew is gearing up for a competition that could see them crowned Formula Student champions 2008.

No stopping North East travellers on the Stavanger service
Following the recent Rediscover North East England conference encouraging more trade between the region and Norway, UK regional airline, Eastern Airways, will now introduce its first non-stop service from Newcastle International Airport to Stavanger.

11 Apr 08
Literature's leading lights to shine on Durham

09 Apr 08
One NorthEast welcomes renewable energy grant scheme
ONE NORTHEAST today (9th April) welcomed the launch of the Bio-Energy Capital Grants Scheme.

08 Apr 08
Formidable new chairman for Business Link North East
The founder of a global manufacturing firm has been revealed as the new Chairman of Business Link North East (BLNE).

Tees Valley digital flagship development secures more investment
A FLAGSHIP development putting Tees Valley at the cutting edge of digital technology is celebrating further investment into its groundbreaking work.

07 Apr 08
Young enterprise urges employers to give up one day
Giant letters spelling the words ‘One Day’ took over the streets of Newcastle today (2nd April 2008) as Young Enterprise North East (YENE) launches a new appeal urging employers across the region to give up One Day of their resources to help inspire young people here in the North East.

04 Apr 08
Clock ticking in enterprise race
Time is running out to submit nominations in the annual search for the most enterprising place in North East England.

New business centre unveiled in Hartlepool
A £6.2m scheme to provide a range of high quality business units has been unveiled at a flagship business park in Hartlepool.

03 Apr 08
Firm helps pave the way for new eco park
Law firm Ward Hadaway has been helping to clear the way for a new multi-million pound ‘green’ business park on Teesside.

02 Apr 08
Big savings on logistics drive
North East firms have identified savings of almost £1m in the first year of work to help companies make their logistics operations more efficient.

Achieving a better North East for all
A special document, outlining what North East England needs to do to become a sustainable region, has been launched today.

01 Apr 08
Asimo teaches young engineers the power of dreams
The latest version of ASIMO, the world’s most advanced humanoid robot will be making its UK debut in the North East of England with a mission to inspire the regions’ next generation of engineers.

31 Mar 08
One NorthEast welcomes debate on economic regeneration reforms
One NorthEast has welcomed the launch of consultation on the Government’s plans to reform arrangements for sustainable economic development in North East England.

28 Mar 08
Norwegian oil and gas conference
North East companies looking to exploit the Norwegian oil and gas boom can attend a conference aimed at opening routes into this lucrative market.

E-entrepreneur driven to win
A Newcastle e-entrepreneur who sells rare car and motorcycle manuals on eBay has been named top trader in a regional competition to encourage people to start their own businesses online.

27 Mar 08
Agency fuels business development with sale of land
Two brothers have joined forces to develop their business ventures on land bought from Regional Development Agency One NorthEast.

26 Mar 08
Support floods in for North East inventor
local entrepreneur who developed a groundbreaking storm drainage system to cut the growing threat of flooding to homes and businesses is opening a new facility to pioneer further innovative products.

Regional leaders unite to back workplace revolution
The region’s leaders will gather in Durham on Friday (28th March) to plan their next steps in the push for smarter working practices and more opportunities to work flexibly.

Boost for £25m cricket ground redevelopment plans
Plans to complete one of the region’s leading sports stadiums in a bid to attract more international events have taken an important step forward.

19 Mar 08
Massive investment will see Tees Valley flying high
Peel Holdings, owner of Durham Tees Valley Airport together with Tees Valley Regeneration have today announced investment of £110m in a new business park next to the airport.

New investment brings new jobs and contracts to Tyne and Wear
A Washington company is to increase turnover, safeguard existing jobs and create new posts after securing investment to expand and move into new premises.

18 Mar 08
Help to support Northern Rock staff
A response group has promised to offer help to every Northern Rock worker affected by today’s announcement that the bank intends to lose around one third of its workforce.

17 Mar 08
North East companies on the starting blocks for lucrative London 2012 contracts
Business Link is delivering a seminar to help companies across the region get into shape to bid for London 2012 related business opportunities.

Carbon footprint top of agenda at regional event
Reducing carbon emissions and tackling climate change will take centre stage next month.

14 Mar 08
Region recognised in innovation white paper
Two ground-breaking projects in the region have been held up as best practice by the Government in its new innovation strategy.

Secretary of State drops in to celebrate
The Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has visited Business Link North East (BLNE) (Friday just weeks before its first birthday.

Tees Valley drive to find entrepreneurs of tomorrow launched by cabinet minister
A new initiative to inspire people across Tees Valley to become the entrepreneurs of tomorrow has been launched by Secretary of State for Business and The Regions, Rt Hon John Hutton.

Seat of learning drives economic growth
The contribution that Durham University makes to the economic, cultural, and social prosperity of the region is being strengthened through a formal agreement with regional development agency, One NorthEast.

SMEs urged to tap into oil and gas boom
NORTH EAST SMEs are being urged to exploit the Norwegian oil and gas boom and sign up to a conference aimed at tapping into this lucrative new market.

13 Mar 08
Is ‘social enterprise’ a solution to global poverty?
GLOBAL problems such as worklessness, ill-being, and social marginalisation will be debated by some of the world’s leading experts in an event at Durham University this week (March 14-15).

12 Mar 08
Budget focus welcomed in the region
Regional Development Agency One NorthEast welcomed today’s Budget statement, in particular the emphasis on sustainable growth and prosperity through encouraging business start-ups and support for SMEs.

Young Darlington mum up for national enterprise award
A young mum from Darlington who set up her own recycling business is up for a national award. Claire Hutchinson, 29, beat unemployment by setting up a clothes recycling business.

Multi-million pound business park nears completion
Work is underway on the final phase of a business park which could create as many as 3,500 jobs.

Leading the way

11 Mar 08
Japanese business leaders welcomed to the Region
An event to further cement economic links between North East England and Japan has been organised by One NorthEast.

10 Mar 08
Tourism set to take-off at Launchpad event
Tourism has never been such an integral part of the North East economy.

Ranjana rings the changes for equality
An entrepreneur and Government advisor on women’s rights is to head up North East England’s first regional body to promote equality and diversity through regeneration and employment.

07 Mar 08
Work Wise North East to showcase smarter working success
Work Wise North East will be celebrating its first anniversary and showcasing the best in smarter working practices at Ramside Hall, Durham on 28th March.

Huge export boost for North East England
Statistics released by HM Revenue & Customs show a huge leap in exports from North East England, with North East England exporting more than £1bn more than it did the previous year.

05 Mar 08
Our place 2020 launched in schools across Tyne and Wear
Youngsters in Tyne and Wear will have the chance to shape the communities of the future as part of a unique programme launched today.

Tees Valley Shipyard reopens
One NorthEast today welcomed the start of work on a multi-million pound project to build massive oil platforms at the Haverton Hill yard in Tees Valley.

04 Mar 08
Bigger voices for rural areas
Small rural communities could have a stronger network of support to turn to for help in running local services in village halls, backing enterprise and bidding for environmental funding – as the region’s Rural Community Councils (RCCs) explore ways of working together more closely.

Scientist propels rocket growth with Agency support
A data analysis company has developed a groundbreaking sales management tool that is expected to double its workforce and increase turnover to £35m by 2010.

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