Supermarkets are lining up to stock the UK’s first Fairtrade Fonio grain beer as shoppers increasingly switch to Fairtrade. Brewgooder Fairtrade Fonio Session IPA is now available at Co-op, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose, as well as on British Airways flights. It comes as research reveals around 80% of consumers have chosen Fairtrade products over an alternative. The delicious, crisp […]
Private equity firm Cordovan Capital Management is pleased to announce the acquisition of insulation and solar PV installation provider BlueBuild. This represents the ninth investment closed by its institutional fund vehicle, Cordovan Capital Partners II LP. Founded in 2011, BlueBuild provides sustainable energy solutions to both domestic and commercial customers including a range of internal
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As Belfast’s newest hospitality hotspot, Amelia Hall, prepares to open next week, owners Ringland Group and Ulster Bank have announced a new multi-million pound banking partnership to support future growth and boost the city’s night-time economy. The £4.75 million pound refinancing of the Ringland Group includes a £1.75 million pound facility to support the development
More than 1,000 businesspeople will attend NI Chamber’s Festival of Business when it returns to St George’s Market on Wednesday 18 September. The annual event will feature an eclectic mix of networking, learning and interactive exhibitions, with 120 local companies preparing to showcase their work. Magician, mentalist and television presenter Joel M will headline the
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Asda has launched a new initiative to support primary schools nationwide, fronted by PE and fitness guru, Joe Wicks. The Cashpot for Schools campaign will make millions of pounds available to primary schools* through the Asda Rewards loyalty programme, after recent research by Asda revealed 80% of schools in NI are reliant on parents and
Belfast City Airport and Aspire Airport Lounges have marked one year since it opened its £1.2 million refurbished lounge. Since then, Aspire has welcomed over 125,000 people through its doors, with the investment increasing capacity from 70 people to accommodate 178 seats. In celebration of the anniversary, Kathy Toye, Commercial Manager at Belfast City Airport,
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Evolv, a prominent IT services provider based in Bangor, has surpassed expectations since its launch last year, securing over £500,000 worth in new contracts across Ireland. This success will allow the company to accelerate its team growth plans, creating numerous job opportunities across Ireland this year, with plans to establish an additional base in Dublin.
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Northern Ireland science and technology hub, Catalyst has today opened applications for its Co-Founders programme where ambitious and innovative people will collaborate to create start-up businesses that could change the world. Co-Founders, which will begin on 22 November 2024, is a completely free programme designed for people who have an interest in pursuing the opportunity of
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Shoppers are hearing jingle bells early this year as SPAR, EUROSPAR, ViVO and ViVOXTRA NI’s highly anticipated 12 Deals of Christmas returns this week. Launching with a double deal, Henderson Group has invested £6 million into the campaign this year, with even more savings and products available than ever before. Week one is now live,
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Hospitality Exchange 2024 marks a significant milestone as the event enters its twenty-fifth year, offering an engaging and insightful experience with a focus on the themes shaping the future of the industry. This year’s programme will reflect on the journey since 1999, exploring the evolution of Northern Ireland’s hospitality sector. NIHF President, Eddie McKeever, highlights
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