EDP Business News
Business news for Norfolk from the Eastern Daily Press
Turkey giant Bernard Matthews said it is not looking to sell the business as part of a drive to attract fresh investment.
Posted: June 18, 2013, 8:05 am
Norfolk-based Norse Group has set its sights on bringing energy-efficient housing to the wider market by throwing its weight behind an innovative building technique.
Posted: June 17, 2013, 2:48 pm
Businesses can breath a sigh of relief at the news that dredging operations at Wells will resume today after being suspended for more than two months over a licensing issue.
Posted: June 16, 2013, 6:54 pm
A Cromer business has bucked the economic downturn after expanding into larger premises.
Posted: June 14, 2013, 5:03 pm
Staff at insurance giant Aviva were yesterday given more details of its redundancy plans as bosses confirmed changes to a raft of IT and administrative posts.
Posted: June 13, 2013, 7:15 pm
Norfolk-based May Gurney has taken a step closer to becoming part of construction group Kier after shareholders overwhelmingly backed its £221m takeover.
Posted: June 13, 2013, 3:06 pm
A Norfolk-based family business is looking to set up a new social media division on the back of a chance Tweet from presenter Jake Humphrey thanking them for their help in finding a bottle of wine.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 6:37 pm
New life could finally be breathed into a derelict site in the heart of Norwich which has stood empty for more than a decade - after the riverside spot was put up for sale.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 6:24 pm
Parcel firm DPD has created 45 jobs with the opening of a new depot in Snetterton.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 5:36 pm
A top boss at Great-Yarmouth based energy giant Perenco UK has announced he will retire next week.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 5:28 pm
The number of over-65s in a job has reached a record one million, new figures revealed today.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 11:01 am
Innovative ideas at Norwich Research Park (NRP) could be transformed into fully-fledged businesses with help from a new scheme.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 9:22 am
A Norwich-based engineering firm is celebrating a landmark £5m deal with a Chinese energy company which is equal to a third of its turnover.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 9:17 am
Swaffham-based STG Aerospace has seen its order books boosted by a contract extension with Southwest Airlines.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 9:10 am
New contract wins with British Airways and Pegasus has convinced bosses at KLM UK Engineering to recruit up to 25 new staff to help free up its existing maintenance teams.
Posted: June 12, 2013, 9:04 am
EDP Business's Facebook Wall
Afternoon,
It has been a while since the business desk has posted, but we will be looking to address this soon.
In the mean time. Here is a blog post from Business Writer Ben Woods on how the high street missed out in the budget.
Enjoy!
http://www.edp24.co.uk/lifestyle/online-columnists/ben-woods
It has been a while since the business desk has posted, but we will be looking to address this soon.
In the mean time. Here is a blog post from Business Writer Ben Woods on how the high street missed out in the budget.
Enjoy!
http://www.edp24.co.uk/lifestyle/online-columnists/ben-woods
Posted: March 25, 2013, 12:30 pm
Good morning,
With the snowy weather causing travel chaos on the roads, the EDP Business desk is looking to find out how it is affecting the local economy.
Let us know your views.
Regards,
The desk.
With the snowy weather causing travel chaos on the roads, the EDP Business desk is looking to find out how it is affecting the local economy.
Let us know your views.
Regards,
The desk.
Posted: January 16, 2013, 11:55 am
Afternoon,
Quick update.
South Norfolk MP Richard Bacon has criticised the goverment about its handling of windfarm contracts.
Find out more here:
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/norfolk_mp_warns_treasury_over_windfarm_contract_errors_1_1791925
Quick update.
South Norfolk MP Richard Bacon has criticised the goverment about its handling of windfarm contracts.
Find out more here:
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/norfolk_mp_warns_treasury_over_windfarm_contract_errors_1_1791925
Posted: January 14, 2013, 1:40 pm
Currently interviewing Local Business Accelerator's finalist @jobhopjulie on Twitter #EDPchat
Posted: January 14, 2013, 12:36 pm
Morning,
Plenty to sink your teeth into this morning with reports of good festive sales at Green King and positive outlook for Taylor Wimpey.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/taylor_wimpey_profits_boost_points_to_housing_market_improvements_1_1791455
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/bury_st_edmunds_greene_king_hails_record_christmas_sales_performance_1_1791329
Meanwhile, why not take a look at the video report from the Banking Forum, including a raft of audio interviews.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/video_report_banks_told_to_stop_holding_back_growth_for_the_whole_region_at_east_anglia_banking_forum_1_1790446
Regards,
The EDP business desk.
Plenty to sink your teeth into this morning with reports of good festive sales at Green King and positive outlook for Taylor Wimpey.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/taylor_wimpey_profits_boost_points_to_housing_market_improvements_1_1791455
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/bury_st_edmunds_greene_king_hails_record_christmas_sales_performance_1_1791329
Meanwhile, why not take a look at the video report from the Banking Forum, including a raft of audio interviews.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/video_report_banks_told_to_stop_holding_back_growth_for_the_whole_region_at_east_anglia_banking_forum_1_1790446
Regards,
The EDP business desk.
Posted: January 14, 2013, 10:33 am
Good morning,
It is set to be the week of the supermarket report this week, with Tesco, Sainsbury and Morrisons all revealing how well they have done over the Christmas period.
In fact, Morrisons report is already out - and the figures are not as good as they hoped. Take a look here: http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/christmas_sales_disappointment_for_morrisons_1_1784179
Meanwhile, work is already underway for Wednesday business supplement.
Will update with more later,
Regards,
The EDP Business desk.
It is set to be the week of the supermarket report this week, with Tesco, Sainsbury and Morrisons all revealing how well they have done over the Christmas period.
In fact, Morrisons report is already out - and the figures are not as good as they hoped. Take a look here: http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/christmas_sales_disappointment_for_morrisons_1_1784179
Meanwhile, work is already underway for Wednesday business supplement.
Will update with more later,
Regards,
The EDP Business desk.
Posted: January 7, 2013, 10:31 am
Good morning.
EDP Business team will be heading to Wymondham this morning to meet the directors of E-fire, a fire safety and servicing firm. They have some good news to report, so expect story in the next few days.
Online at the moment, we are leading with good news story about Great Yarmouth firm Alicat work boats. This company have great prospects for 2013.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/offshore_boost_for_great_yarmouth_boat_firm_1_1782046
Also, why not take a look at our regional business review for west Norfolk http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/insight/the_edp_regional_business_review_2012_west_norfolk_1_1782074
Regards,
EDP Business desk.
EDP Business team will be heading to Wymondham this morning to meet the directors of E-fire, a fire safety and servicing firm. They have some good news to report, so expect story in the next few days.
Online at the moment, we are leading with good news story about Great Yarmouth firm Alicat work boats. This company have great prospects for 2013.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/offshore_boost_for_great_yarmouth_boat_firm_1_1782046
Also, why not take a look at our regional business review for west Norfolk http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/insight/the_edp_regional_business_review_2012_west_norfolk_1_1782074
Regards,
EDP Business desk.
Posted: January 4, 2013, 9:41 am
Good afternoon.
Happy New Year from the EDP Business desk.
Stories are beginning to come together for tomorrow's paper. The expansion of a Thetford business and a piece on lending to small firms are likely to lead the page at the moment.
We also have plenty of fresh content online, with regional and national business reviews for 2012 in our business insight section http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/insight
In breaking news, Waitrose have just announced exceptional sales over the post New Year period. Read more here
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/supermarket_sees_exceptional_sales_thanks_to_champagne_and_party_food_1_1780714
Happy New Year from the EDP Business desk.
Stories are beginning to come together for tomorrow's paper. The expansion of a Thetford business and a piece on lending to small firms are likely to lead the page at the moment.
We also have plenty of fresh content online, with regional and national business reviews for 2012 in our business insight section http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/insight
In breaking news, Waitrose have just announced exceptional sales over the post New Year period. Read more here
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/supermarket_sees_exceptional_sales_thanks_to_champagne_and_party_food_1_1780714
Posted: January 3, 2013, 1:17 pm
Good afternoon,
News is slowing on the run up to Christmas, as businesses slow down as we embrace the festive season.
But here at the EDP Business desk, we have still got some good business tales to wet your appetite.
Saham Toney pet supplies firm Su-Bridge have reported good trade off the back of their new premium dog food brand Lovejoys (see link below for full story).
Meanwhile, watch out for our newspaper coverage over the Christmas period looking back at the key business stories this year, as well as what we can expect in the year to come.
Have a happy Christmas.
Regards,
The EDP business desk.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/premium_dog_food_range_brings_success_to_saham_toney_business_1_1746628
News is slowing on the run up to Christmas, as businesses slow down as we embrace the festive season.
But here at the EDP Business desk, we have still got some good business tales to wet your appetite.
Saham Toney pet supplies firm Su-Bridge have reported good trade off the back of their new premium dog food brand Lovejoys (see link below for full story).
Meanwhile, watch out for our newspaper coverage over the Christmas period looking back at the key business stories this year, as well as what we can expect in the year to come.
Have a happy Christmas.
Regards,
The EDP business desk.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/premium_dog_food_range_brings_success_to_saham_toney_business_1_1746628
Posted: December 20, 2012, 1:13 pm
Good morning,
Bitter winter chill in Norwich this morning - and the economic outlook remains frosty as well (but that is nothing new)
That said, there is plenty of interesting news emerging on the wires. Here is a sneak preview of what is happening nationally.
- A new service should be launched to help half a million of the country's lowest paid workers improve their skills, according to a new report
- One of the world's biggest tobacco firms finds out today if it has won a legal fight against a planned cigarette display ban
- Real ale campaigners will today lobby Parliament as part of a campaign to scrap the "damaging" beer duty escalator.
For those of you looking for a comprehensive overview of the most important business stories in Norfolk, then pick up a copy of the Eastern Daily Press today, and pull out The Business supplement inside.
....And in the mean time, here's a positive business story about Robinsons Motor Group's expansion plans.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/norwich_based_robinsons_motor_group_eyes_fresh_buyout_opportunities_1_1738865
Have a great day,
The EDP Business desk.
Bitter winter chill in Norwich this morning - and the economic outlook remains frosty as well (but that is nothing new)
That said, there is plenty of interesting news emerging on the wires. Here is a sneak preview of what is happening nationally.
- A new service should be launched to help half a million of the country's lowest paid workers improve their skills, according to a new report
- One of the world's biggest tobacco firms finds out today if it has won a legal fight against a planned cigarette display ban
- Real ale campaigners will today lobby Parliament as part of a campaign to scrap the "damaging" beer duty escalator.
For those of you looking for a comprehensive overview of the most important business stories in Norfolk, then pick up a copy of the Eastern Daily Press today, and pull out The Business supplement inside.
....And in the mean time, here's a positive business story about Robinsons Motor Group's expansion plans.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/norwich_based_robinsons_motor_group_eyes_fresh_buyout_opportunities_1_1738865
Have a great day,
The EDP Business desk.
Posted: December 12, 2012, 9:39 am
Do you believe the outlook for employment is positive?
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/bosses_across_the_east_remain_positive_about_recruitment_1_1737987
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/bosses_across_the_east_remain_positive_about_recruitment_1_1737987
Posted: December 11, 2012, 2:00 pm
Could this deal be a sign of things to come for our energy companies?
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/sheringham_shoal_contract_for_great_yarmouth_energy_firm_1_1737419
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/sheringham_shoal_contract_for_great_yarmouth_energy_firm_1_1737419
Posted: December 11, 2012, 10:56 am
Good morning,
Apologies for the gap in postings. Just returned after a short break.
Will update with some stories shortly, but in the meantime, here is a short preview of what is on the wires this morning.
- Housing market activity is gathering pace as would-be buyers look to grab a winter deal amid an improved mood of confidence, surveyors said today
- The Government will unveil plans to reduce the huge number of whiplash claims which have been pushing up insurance premiums.
- The employment outlook is at its strongest level since before the recession, although many new jobs are part-time or temporary, according to a new study.
Enjoy your day,
The EDP Business desk.
Apologies for the gap in postings. Just returned after a short break.
Will update with some stories shortly, but in the meantime, here is a short preview of what is on the wires this morning.
- Housing market activity is gathering pace as would-be buyers look to grab a winter deal amid an improved mood of confidence, surveyors said today
- The Government will unveil plans to reduce the huge number of whiplash claims which have been pushing up insurance premiums.
- The employment outlook is at its strongest level since before the recession, although many new jobs are part-time or temporary, according to a new study.
Enjoy your day,
The EDP Business desk.
Posted: December 11, 2012, 10:45 am
I have got the chief executive of Norwich Airport Andrew Bell sitting just in front of me doing a live Q&A with Assistant Editor David Powles and EDP and Evening News reporter Tom Bristow.
They are discussing some grand plans for the airport, which could get a lot of jobs for the city.
Want to get involved in the coversation.
Click the link below.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/home/andrew-bell-qa
They are discussing some grand plans for the airport, which could get a lot of jobs for the city.
Want to get involved in the coversation.
Click the link below.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/home/andrew-bell-qa
Posted: November 28, 2012, 12:32 pm
Morning,
EDP's The Business is out today, so see if you can lay your hands on a copy.
It includes an interesting piece I forgot to preview last night on the UK Trade and Investments drive to more east of England businesses exporting. This is an area we will probably take another look at fairly soon on the business desk, as it has become apparent that some of our SME's are finding exports to the Middle East or South America challenging and frustrating at times.
We will be chasing one story in particular today, which I reveal a little more about later on.
Enjoy your morning,
EDP Business desk.
EDP's The Business is out today, so see if you can lay your hands on a copy.
It includes an interesting piece I forgot to preview last night on the UK Trade and Investments drive to more east of England businesses exporting. This is an area we will probably take another look at fairly soon on the business desk, as it has become apparent that some of our SME's are finding exports to the Middle East or South America challenging and frustrating at times.
We will be chasing one story in particular today, which I reveal a little more about later on.
Enjoy your morning,
EDP Business desk.
Posted: November 28, 2012, 9:28 am
Afternoon,
Norfolk's business world has spoken - expect some insightful commentary tomorrow about what our enterprise leaders want to see in the Autumn Statement - as well as what they expect to see.
Nice spread in the EDP the business, our weekly supplement.
Enjoy your evening,
EDP Business desk.
Norfolk's business world has spoken - expect some insightful commentary tomorrow about what our enterprise leaders want to see in the Autumn Statement - as well as what they expect to see.
Nice spread in the EDP the business, our weekly supplement.
Enjoy your evening,
EDP Business desk.
Posted: November 27, 2012, 5:21 pm
Good morning,
Business desk are finishing off Wednesday's biz supplement today.
It will have:
- A good preview ahead of the Autumn Statement, including what Norfolk businesses want to see
- Interesting developments around children's adventure park bewilderwood
-plus high-flying people moves and plenty of coverage of which businesses are hiring, investing and growing.
In the mean time, take a look at what we were working on yesterday. Interesting developments over at Cranswick foods in Watton, with some positive results as well.
Enjoy your morning,
EDP business team.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/watton_pork_producer_cranswick_to_capture_us_market_1_1710757
Business desk are finishing off Wednesday's biz supplement today.
It will have:
- A good preview ahead of the Autumn Statement, including what Norfolk businesses want to see
- Interesting developments around children's adventure park bewilderwood
-plus high-flying people moves and plenty of coverage of which businesses are hiring, investing and growing.
In the mean time, take a look at what we were working on yesterday. Interesting developments over at Cranswick foods in Watton, with some positive results as well.
Enjoy your morning,
EDP business team.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/watton_pork_producer_cranswick_to_capture_us_market_1_1710757
Posted: November 27, 2012, 9:00 am
Could this iPhone app really save you money on your car insurance? Or is it just pie in the sky thinking?
Click and see what you think.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/could_smartphone_app_developed_in_norwich_help_steer_drivers_towards_cheaper_car_insurance_1_1709122
Click and see what you think.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/could_smartphone_app_developed_in_norwich_help_steer_drivers_towards_cheaper_car_insurance_1_1709122
Posted: November 26, 2012, 8:40 pm
Speaking to the EDP Business desk today, Cranswick foods chief executive Adam Couch said: "We are considering that investment as a real option going forward.”
Find out why in tomorrow's EDP Business page.
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Find out why in tomorrow's EDP Business page.
...Meanwhile, why not like our page and help us build a following.
Posted: November 26, 2012, 7:25 pm
EDP Biz desk doing preview piece for the Autumn Statement. We want your views on what you expect and what you would like? Feel free to message us on here.
Posted: November 26, 2012, 3:18 pm
Morning,
Stories starting to feed in for the EDP Business pages.
- Food company results
-New jobs announcement
- plus whatever breaks during today
Also, as we build up to the Autumn Statement, what are people's thoughts and fears. It looks as if more cuts are imminent, but will this stifle growth?
Let us know your thoughts and keep tabs at www.edp24.co.uk/business and pick up a copy of tomorrow's paper.
Meanwhile, the EDP Business team will be looking to improve its coverage of the East Anglia's energy industries over the coming months. Here's a picture of the Sheringham Shoal as a taste of things to come.
Have a great day.
Stories starting to feed in for the EDP Business pages.
- Food company results
-New jobs announcement
- plus whatever breaks during today
Also, as we build up to the Autumn Statement, what are people's thoughts and fears. It looks as if more cuts are imminent, but will this stifle growth?
Let us know your thoughts and keep tabs at www.edp24.co.uk/business and pick up a copy of tomorrow's paper.
Meanwhile, the EDP Business team will be looking to improve its coverage of the East Anglia's energy industries over the coming months. Here's a picture of the Sheringham Shoal as a taste of things to come.
Have a great day.
Posted: November 26, 2012, 9:26 am
Is your business a knock out?
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/olympic_boxer_anthony_ogogo_thinks_new_3sun_facilities_are_a_real_knock_out_1_1707520
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/olympic_boxer_anthony_ogogo_thinks_new_3sun_facilities_are_a_real_knock_out_1_1707520
Posted: November 25, 2012, 9:39 pm
How should we inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs?
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/mps_debate_the_need_for_young_entrepreneurs_at_norwich_business_conference_1_1707525
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/mps_debate_the_need_for_young_entrepreneurs_at_norwich_business_conference_1_1707525
Posted: November 25, 2012, 9:37 pm
Would this be the best way to boost economic growth?
http://www.edp24.co.uk/news/politics/the_a47_is_at_best_a_brake_on_the_economic_growth_for_the_whole_county_1_1705484
http://www.edp24.co.uk/news/politics/the_a47_is_at_best_a_brake_on_the_economic_growth_for_the_whole_county_1_1705484
Posted: November 23, 2012, 2:03 pm
Are you a business who has also got one eye on the capital?
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/video_norfolk_based_brewer_woodforde_s_to_expand_its_reach_1_1705579
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/video_norfolk_based_brewer_woodforde_s_to_expand_its_reach_1_1705579
Posted: November 23, 2012, 1:41 pm
EDP Business dropped in on the Unlocking Success business conference at OPEN (Norwich) this morning.
Just in time for a bit of gentle mud-slinging between South West Norfolk MP Liz Truss and the Labour MP for Newcastle Central Chi Onwurah. The pair were debating hot points of how to improve Norfolk's infrastructure too boost trade prospects and the best way to get young people ready for the working world.
Piece by the business desk will be online later, along with some good news for one energy company in Great Yarmouth.
Have a great day and get in touch!
EDP Business desk.
Just in time for a bit of gentle mud-slinging between South West Norfolk MP Liz Truss and the Labour MP for Newcastle Central Chi Onwurah. The pair were debating hot points of how to improve Norfolk's infrastructure too boost trade prospects and the best way to get young people ready for the working world.
Piece by the business desk will be online later, along with some good news for one energy company in Great Yarmouth.
Have a great day and get in touch!
EDP Business desk.
Posted: November 23, 2012, 1:39 pm
Will you sign up to this big business opportunity?
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/norfolk_firms_urged_to_sign_up_for_sizewell_c_work_1_1702981
Norfolk firms urged to sign up for Sizewell C work - Business - Eastern Daily Press
www.edp24.co.uk
That was the message sent by the chief executive of the Norfolk Chamber, Caroline Williams, who is urging business across the region to reap the economic benefits of building a new nuclear power station in Suffolk.
http://www.edp24.co.uk/business/norfolk_firms_urged_to_sign_up_for_sizewell_c_work_1_1702981
Norfolk firms urged to sign up for Sizewell C work - Business - Eastern Daily Press
www.edp24.co.uk
That was the message sent by the chief executive of the Norfolk Chamber, Caroline Williams, who is urging business across the region to reap the economic benefits of building a new nuclear power station in Suffolk.
Posted: November 22, 2012, 1:00 pm