Meet the Game-Changing Organisations Saving Gatwick Diamond Biodiversity
Gatwick Diamond Biodiversity On May 22, a day marked in the calendar with the bright green ink of importance, we celebrate the United Nations’ International Day for Biological Diversity. This day is not just another excuse to leave the office and bask in the glorious Gatwick Diamond sunshine 🤞🏻. It’s a vital call to arms […]
Two of SHW’s young stars shortlisted for the South East Young Professionals Award
SHW’s Matt Morris and Peter Sylvester have been shortlisted for the inaugural South East Young Professionals Awards. The Awards recognise the achievements of young professionals from Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Thames Valley and the Solent area, for individuals under 35 years old who are making a significant impact in their respective industries. A panel of expert […]
Blue lights, green energy: ÂŁ77 million for new zero-emission vehicle projects for emergency vehicles announced
Life-saving emergency services will benefit from greener zero-emission vehicles, thanks to ÂŁ77 million in new funding for projects developing clean transport technologies. The HYER POWER project, to develop a hydrogen fuel-cell range extender for specialist electric vehicles in demanding roles like fire engines and ambulances, is just one of seven pieces of work across the […]
Microsoft backs UK coding platform Builder.ai
Microsoft has taken an undisclosed equity stake in London-headquartered coding platform Builder.ai. The investment into Builder.ai will see the integration of the US technology giant’s cloud and AI. Builder.ai’s own AI Natasha will be added to Microsoft’s Teams store. Jon Tinter, corporate VP of business development, Microsoft, said: “We see Builder.ai creating an entirely new […]
Homes England announces five-year plan to deliver quality, affordable homes and regenerating towns and cities
The Government’s housing and regeneration agency, Homes England, has unveiled its next five-year Strategic Plan, setting out how it will support communities and families by enabling the delivery of more good quality, affordable homes alongside the regeneration of towns and cities across England. With sustainability, decency and good design at its heart, and underpinned by […]
UK economy boosted by ÂŁ1.4 billion as longer lorries roll out on roads
Longer lorries will be introduced to Great Britain’s roads to support the government’s priority to grow the economy, boost productivity, slash road emissions and support supply chains. The longer lorries will be able to transport fast-moving consumer goods and retail products, as well as waste packaging, parcels and pallets. These new lorries will move the […]
UK and Japan strengthen science and tech ties in Tokyo
The UK Government has announced the UK and Japan will take their cooperation on science, technology and innovation to new heights, after agreeing to renew the two countries’ longstanding Science and Technology Agreement for the 21st Century, with a focus on innovation and game-changing new technologies. The renewed deal opens up more opportunities for close […]
UK to launch talks with Switzerland on new trade deal
UK Business and Trade Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, has launched negotiations for a modern, updated free trade agreement with Switzerland. Switzerland is one of the wealthiest countries in the world and the UK’s 10th largest trading partner. The two countries are among the world’s leading service economies, exporting almost ÂŁ15 billion worth of services including financial, […]
London Gatwick lends a helping hand to good causes in Kent, Sussex and Surrey
Community groups across Kent, Sussex and Surrey were celebrating this week as London Gatwick announced the recipients of nearly ÂŁ100,000 from round one of the Gatwick Foundation Fund. A total of 18 good causes across the three counties benefited from a financial boost across Crawley, Horsham, Mid Sussex and Wealden, Reigate and Banstead, Tandridge, Mole […]
Planning approved for new site in Manor Royal
Fiera Real Estate (FRE UK) and Wrenbridge have announced they have secured planning for a new 65,000 sq ft Grade A industrial warehouse development in Manor Royal, Crawley. The site is located within the Manor Royal Business District which is the biggest business park of the Gatwick Diamond areas and one of the South East’s […]