Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Von Adler, a cargo vessel carrying rapeseed from France. Agent is Clarkson Port Services. Nordic Nanjing, a bulk carrier carrying biomass (general) from the US.  Agent is Clarkson…

An estimated 31,000 people have left the Liverpool city region hospitality sector during the pandemic and now a new initiative will seek to get vacancies filled. Tony McDonough reports A new drive has been launched to address the…

A gaming platform that sees users play against other people rather than the bookie is launching in time for the new football season after securing backing from angel investors. Tony McDonough reports A new more “ethical” gaming…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: JY Progress, a bulk carrier carrying steel plate/coils from the Republic of Korea and sailing on to Belgium. Agent is GP Shipping. Amelie Borchard, a container vessel coming from and…

Wirral-based Evoke Creative which makes digital kiosks, digital signage and interactive installations has acquired Liverpool app developer Apposing. Tony McDonough reports A Merseyside developer and manufacturer of digital kiosks,…

New figures from Sefton Council show that during the COVID-19 pandemic local businesses accessed grants totalling almost £100m. Tony McDonough reports Businesses in Sefton have secured almost £100m in support during the COVID-19…

A new £1.65m hospitality and entertainments venue on the Leeds-Liverpool canal has been given the go-ahead and there will be a test event during the August bank holiday. Tony McDonough reports Council planners have approved a £1.65m…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Wilson Aveiro, a cargo vessel carrying steel plate from Spain. Agent is Denholm Port Services. Anthem of the Seas, a cruise vessel. Agent is Denholm Port Services. Victorine, a ro-ro…

Liverpool City Region's hospitality sector is facing a chronic skills and staffing shortage but the free-to-access Skills Brokerage can help local employers plug the gaps. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool City Region’s hospitality…

Just weeks after opening up in Liverpool with a £1.4m investment, financial advisory firm Sedulo Group has acquired one of the city's best-known accountancy practices. Tony McDonough reports Financial advisory firm Sedulo Group has…