The Humber region is an ideal location for a new UK Freeport thanks to its superb multi-modal transport infrastructure, its first-class labour force and its plentiful supply of development land, according to leading Yorkshire developers Sterling Capitol. Paul Beckett, head of development at Sterling Capitol, said: “The granting of Freeport status
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First trainee roles announced for Goole rail manufacturing project
Siemens Mobility Limited has announced the first trainee roles for its new world-class rail manufacturing facility in Goole, East Yorkshire. The 12 apprenticeships will be among the first of up to 700 jobs to be created by the development, along with a further 250 during the construction period and an additional
Yorkshire accountancy firm invests in the future with trainee appointments
Chartered accountancy firm, Townends Accountants LLP, has welcomed seven new trainees to the company as it continues to grow and invest in developing potential partners of the future. The Yorkshire firm, which employs 70 staff members across two sites, has recruited Luke Martin, Louis McMaw, Will Johnson and Kristian Bell to
Goole has “very bright future” as £4.5m investment creates almost 100 jobs
An experienced property investor, investment manager and developer believes Goole has a “very bright future” and has praised PPH Commercial for its key role in creating a thriving business hub in the town. Larsen Trade Park is now at almost 75 per cent occupancy after owners Avon Capital Estates made a
Graduates make the grade at Townends
Chartered Accountancy firm, Townends Accountants LLP has employed Jack Whale and George Biggin as trainee accountants in its Goole office. The pair spent a year working as interns with the firm as part of their degrees and now rejoin Townends on a full-time basis. Becky de Cobain, partner at Townends, said: “We
Yorkshire schools are wheel winners!
Schools in Doncaster, Goole and York are regional winners in the Sustrans Big Pedal competition, in which thousands of children walk, cycle and scoot their school journeys. The UK-wide event organised by the national cycling and walking charity ran from 25 March to 5 April, with over half a million participants
Head of operations appointed by O&H Vehicle Technology
Yorkshire-based O&H Vehicle Technology has appointed a head of operations – in a newly-created position – to drive efficiency, strategy and culture; ahead of a period of imminent growth. Mark Gresty joins O&H at a pivotal point in its 30-year history. Synonymous with the UK’s emergency services vehicle sector, the manufacturer
Goole “fast becoming a Humber Region success story” – Sterling Capitol
The importance of Goole as a strategic employment and logistics location has been highlighted by the recent decisions of ARC Applied Sciences and Croda International to move to Goole 36 Business Park. These moves come hard on the heels of Siemens announcing it will base its new £200 million train manufacturing
The oldest hotel in the UK seeks new owner
Saint-Gobain site successfully energised by high-voltage specialist Smith Brothers
Power engineering contractor Smith Brothers has completed a large-scale assignment to connect the Saint-Gobain Glass manufacturing facility in Eggborough, Goole, to the grid. Saint-Gobain – Europe’s leading flat glass producer – appointed the Independent Connection Provider (ICP) to upgrade the HV system and handle all electrical and civil engineering works to