Liverpool city region brake disc maker Surface Transforms files Notice of Intention to appoint Administrators following loss of major contract and considers redundancies among its 170-strong workforce. Tony McDonough reports Stricken…

Liverpool entrepreneurs Natalie Reeves Billing and Alex Cousins launch new book designed to inspire more young people to pursue careers in maritime. Tony McDonough reports Business duo Natalie Reeves Billing and Alex Cousins hope a…

Work on a £13m apartments complex in north Liverpool on the Leeds-Liverpool Canal reaches significant milestone as developer Integritas reveals likely completion date. Tony McDonough reports Developer Integritas Property Group (IPG)…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vespertine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Peregrine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Bolette, a…

Liverpool disability and deaf arts organisation DaDa reveals changes to its leadership team after celebrating its 40th anniversary. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool disability and deaf arts organisation DaDa has announced the…

One of Merseyside’s best-known cycle shops is to close its doors after more than 30 years and is offering big discounts on its remaining stock. Tony McDonough reports For more than 30 years Formby Cycles has been serving cyclists of…

Sciontec reveals timetable for £51.7m HEMISPHERE One laboratory and office space development in Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter and unveils a new design. Tony McDonough reports Sciontec has unveiled a new design for its £51.7m…

At the global MIPIM property expo in Cannes Liverpool city region Mayor Steve Rotheram offers more details on the establishment of a new Mayoral Development Corporation that he says will inspire ‘dramatic renaissance’. Tony McDonough…

Merseyside Vimto maker Nichols sees annual pre-tax profits surge 21.5% to £29.2m amid strong performances in both UK and international markets. Tony McDonough reports Merseyside Vimto maker Nichols is reporting strong progress in…

Plans for 545 new Liverpool city region homes, a ‘vertical farm’ and office and leisure space have been blocked by the Secretary of State following a planning inquiry. Tony McDonough reports Plans for 545 new homes, a ‘vertical…