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Liverpool2 marine trials begin
Marine-based commissioning work is now underway at Liverpool2, with Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) committing vessel support to Peel Ports to help make the trial a success. Berthing and marine trials began last week with MV MSC…
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Brexit commentary from UK Northern Powerhouse
With the nation having spoken on the EU referendum, UK Northern Powerhouse have signalled what impact the brexit vote will have on our local economy. 51.9% of the nation pencilled in a 'cross' in the 'Leave' column in polling stations the…
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Cabfind.com named as official festival car provider for IFB2016
Cabfind.com, the UK’s leading transport-on-demand technology provider for business, has become the official festival car provider for International Festival for Business 2016 (IFB2016). Held in Liverpool, IFB2016 is a global marketplace for…
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Short term investment needed in North West to boost powerhouse
Short term investments or project delivery in Manchester and Liverpool will be crucial to ensure the medium to long term success of the Northern Powerhouse initiative, according to a report prepared by Bilfinger GVA. The research piece…
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What will the Brexit mean for exporters?
In the countdown to today's EU referendum, Lesley Batchelor OBE - director general of the Institute of Export (IOE), who has shaped policy and decision making at the highest levels - can offer expert comment on international trade issues…
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Energy company plan powers ahead
Moves to set up an energy company - the Liverpool LECCy – to help cut fuel poverty in the city are set to progress. The council’s cabinet is being asked to approve a tendering process for a licensed energy supplier to take forward the…
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Today’s highlights from IFB2016
Todays highlights at IFB2016 included a luxury leather goods business sealing a deal to ship its high-end products to markets across the globe, and a Q&A with leading oil and gas experts UKTI. During their time at IFB2016, bespoke…
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The new EU law that Brexit wouldn’t affect (in the short-term)
A major shake-up of EU protection laws must be implemented by businesses – regardless of whether or not the country votes to leave the European Union on Thursday. Leading commercial lawyer James Pressley from Kirwans law firm is urging…
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Extreme Low Energy is the electrifying winner of May MIA prize
A technological breakthrough which can deliver energy savings of up to 80% for businesses is the latest to be recognised by the Merseyside Innovation Awards. Extreme Low Energy is the brainchild of Mark Buchanan. Having previously…
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Brexit bad for construction industry says Golden Houses Developments’ Monika Slowikowska
Monika Slowikowska, founder of Golden Houses Developments, believes a leave vote in the EU referendum would be bad for the construction industry. She says it will have negative effects for everyone involved in the sector, from housebuilders…
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