Artist Annabel McCourt has been selected to create a permanent sculpture titled "Resonant Tides (After the Strike)" for Hull's waterfront, inspired by the city's connection to industrialist J. Arthur Rank and his famous gong. The sculpture, commissioned by the Wykeland Group and the Brignall family, aims to enhance Hull's cultural landscape and celebrate its historical ties.
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Integra Buildings, a modular construction company based in Yorkshire, is expecting record financial performance in 2026 with a forecasted turnover of over £55 million and pre-tax profits exceeding £6 million. The company attributes its growth to delivering more complex projects and investing in its workforce and facilities, including a planned expansion of its headquarters. This growth positions Integra for further success as it approaches its 30th anniversary in 2027.
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Neptune Sonar, a leader in underwater acoustic technology, is expanding its operations by moving into a new 38,000 sq ft facility at Melton West business park in East Yorkshire. This move will allow the company to consolidate its sites, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and better serve global customers. The expansion reflects confidence in Neptune Sonar's growth potential and supports the development of the Melton West business community.
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Amy Whittaker has been appointed as the new Centre Manager at Flemingate in Beverley, East Yorkshire, as the shopping centre sees increased occupier numbers and visitor growth. With nearly 20 years of experience in retail management, Whittaker aims to enhance tenant relationships and improve visitor experiences. Her appointment comes as Flemingate nears full occupancy, with new tenants like Yorkshire Trading Company and FORE! joining the centre.
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Willerby has supplied four luxury holiday lodges for a new wellbeing facility at the Royal Navy's HM Naval Base in Devonport, Plymouth. This facility, part of a village-style development, aims to provide a relaxing space for service personnel and their families to spend time together, enhancing their wellbeing. The project was led by former naval officers and funded by Greenwich Hospital, highlighting collaboration between various suppliers and contractors.
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Yorkshire Trading Company is set to open a new 10,300 sq ft store at the Flemingate centre in Beverley, creating around 25 jobs. This expansion adds to their 34 existing locations and marks their entry into a popular retail destination that hosts both national and independent retailers. The move is expected to increase foot traffic at Flemingate and strengthen the centre's retail offerings.
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Ideal Heating has raised £325,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support since 2018 through various fundraising activities, including sponsored challenges and bake sales. This milestone supports Macmillan's efforts to assist people living with cancer and their families across the UK. The funds raised are enough to run Macmillan's Online Community platform for over a year, benefiting more than 600,000 people.
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Five young engineers graduated with First-Class Honours degrees while working full-time at Spencer Group, avoiding student debt through an apprenticeship programme. This highlights the effectiveness of employer-led apprenticeships in addressing skills shortages and offering an alternative to traditional university education. The initiative aligns with Prime Minister Andy Burnham's goal to equalise technical and academic qualifications and tailor education to local job markets.
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Willerby and Swift, two UK holiday home manufacturers, organised a charity sports day that raised over £5,000 for HEY Children’s University. The event, held at Hymers College in Hull, featured games and activities for employees and their families, with funds supporting educational opportunities for children in Hull and East Yorkshire. The day was supported by 16 sponsoring businesses and highlighted community spirit and collaboration between the two companies.
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Holiday home manufacturer Willerby has launched new models, including the Woodbridge and Leven, and updated its popular Sheraton model as part of its expanded 2027 line-up. These new and refreshed homes feature modern designs, improved layouts, and enhanced interiors to meet customer demands across various price points. The updates reflect Willerby's commitment to innovation and quality in holiday home design, supporting both holiday park and dealership partners.
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Leadership development consultancy T2 has invested £1.2 million to transform its headquarters in Hull into a purpose-designed people performance centre. This new facility aims to enhance client experiences and support leadership development, featuring training rooms, a podcast studio, and a rooftop terrace for team-building activities. The investment reflects T2's growth and commitment to providing exceptional services, as well as its plans for future expansion.
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Beal Homes has released the first images of its Ferriby Meadows development in North Ferriby, East Yorkshire, showcasing the quality and setting of the £48 million project. Over 60% of the 115 homes have been sold since the development's launch, highlighting strong demand for the properties, which offer a mix of two to five-bedroom homes and bungalows. The development's location provides a blend of rural lifestyle and convenient access to nearby cities, making it a desirable choice for buyers.
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Willerby, a holiday homes manufacturer, honoured over 200 employees with long service awards, recognising their dedication ranging from 10 to over 45 years. This event highlighted the company's culture of loyalty and marked its 80th anniversary. The awards underscore the importance of employee commitment, with many staff having contributed significantly to the business's success over the years.
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FlamePro, a UK-based firefighter PPE manufacturer, has been awarded a place on the National Firefighter PPE Framework, allowing it to supply protective gear to all 49 UK fire and rescue services. This recognition by the National Fire Chiefs Council highlights FlamePro's role as a leader in the industry and offers significant business growth opportunities. The framework, which runs for eight years, also enhances FlamePro's potential for international expansion.
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Ideal Heating opened its Hull headquarters to guests from business, education, and training sectors during Humber Business Week, showcasing its boiler manufacturing and the UK Technology Centre for developing low-carbon heating technologies. The event highlighted Ideal's commitment to innovation and investment in renewable heating solutions, including a £60 million programme to enhance its facilities. This matters as it underscores the company's role in advancing low-carbon heating technologies,
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Humber Freeport has launched an Investment Prospectus at the UKREiiF event, highlighting opportunities for up to £3 billion in investment and 5,000 new jobs across its tax sites. The prospectus outlines strategic investment-ready opportunities and financial incentives available in the region, positioning the Humber as a key location for industrial investment and a significant player in UK energy security. This initiative aims to attract further investment and support local economic growth.
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Several major companies, including Shell UK and Siemens Energy, have joined the Humber Energy Board to advocate for government action to unlock significant investment in the Humber region's energy sector. This move aims to strengthen the board's influence in pushing for policies that would accelerate the UK's transition to cleaner energy, create jobs, and enhance energy security. The expanded board now includes 16 members, emphasising the region's readiness to drive economic growth and industria
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Wykeland Group has acquired full ownership of the revitalised Waterside centre in Lincoln after initially partnering with Lincolnshire Co-op to rejuvenate the site. This move allows Wykeland to further develop the centre as a key retail and leisure destination, while Lincolnshire Co-op shifts its investment focus to sectors like housing and healthcare. The acquisition underscores Wykeland's confidence in the centre's potential and its commitment to enhancing the visitor experience.
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Immingham Town FC representatives opened two new show homes at Beal Homes' £105m Highfields development in Immingham, Lincolnshire, after winning a £1,000 sponsorship through Beal's "Community Chest" initiative. The development will bring 525 new homes to the area, and the event marked a significant milestone for the project. The sponsorship will help the football club improve its facilities and support grassroots football.
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HEY Creative has appointed Lisa Mallaghan, a leader in the UK's City of Culture initiatives, as its new Chief Officer. With over 20 years of experience in arts programmes, Lisa will guide HEY Creative in fostering arts, culture, and heritage in Hull and East Yorkshire. This appointment aims to strengthen cross-sector partnerships and build on the region's cultural development.
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A Hull-based IT solutions provider, Layer8, is offering free digital health checks to businesses to help identify and address cybersecurity vulnerabilities. This initiative aims to provide companies with insights into potential weaknesses in their systems, amid a rise in significant cyberattacks reported by the National Cyber Security Centre. The service will be launched at The Hull Business Expo, offering businesses in the Hull and East Riding region a chance to improve their cybersecurity meas
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The family of the man who founded leading holiday home manufacturer Willerby have enjoyed a VIP tour of the company’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Hull. Jean Morris, the only child of Willerby’s founder, Walter Allan, travelled from her home in Devon for the occasion. The visit reunited 92-year-old Jean with her father’s legacy as Willerby begins a special year marking the 80th anniversary of the business. Jean was joined by her sons, Simon and Andy, and daughter-in-law Patricia
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The new Executive Director of Make UK, Rt Hon Robert Halfon, has hailed Ideal Heating as a shining example of British manufacturing during a visit to the company’s Hull headquarters. Following his appointment last September, Mr Halfon, the former Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education, has been visiting member companies across the regions to hear first-hand about the challenges they face and explore how Make UK can better support them in realising their potential. Mr Halfon’s
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