Latest survey from EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, and accountancy firm BDO, showed an upturn in confidence in the last three months, despite the uncertainty over Brexit. Tony McDonough reports Manufacturers in the North West…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vega Philipp, a container vessel coming from and returning to Spain. Agent is MacAndrews GmbH. Demeter, a container vessel coming from Portugal. Agent is Mediterranean Shipping Co…

With #everydaysexism and #metoo high on the public agenda Wirral transformational coach, Alison Blackler of 2minds, on how we define and deal with sexual harassment Both the #everydaysexism and #metoo social media campaigns have put…

Genlab in Widnes is a manufacturer of thermal engineering products and enlisted the help of the University of Liverpool’s Virtual Engineering Centre (VEC) via the LCR 4.0 project. Tony McDonough reports A Liverpool city region…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vos Fantastic, a supply/vessel in for a crew change. Agent is Denholm Wilhelmsen. RMS Veritas, a container vessel. Agent is BG Freight Line - Rotterdam. Liva Greta, a cargo vessel…

RMT union has held a series of one-day strikes since spring 2017 after Merseyrail said its new £460m train fleet would no longer require both a driver and a guard. Tony McDonough reports Merseyrail’s next generation of trains will…

Counterfeit merchandise comprised rip-offs of brands including Dolce & Gabanna, Gucci and Louis Vuitton were being sold at The Bag Shop in St John’s Shopping Centre. Tony McDonough reports Fake designer bags being sold in…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Anna G, a container vessel coming from Ireland. Agent is BG Freight Line - Rotterdam. Black Watch, a cruise vessel. Agent is GAC Shipping (UK). Pregol Hav, a cargo vessel carrying…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Strofi, a bulk carrier carrying animal feedstuffs from Argentina. Agent is Clarkson Port Services. Endeavor, a container vessel coming from Spain. Agent is MacAndrews GmbH. Salt…

Following discussions with Historic England and the council Peel will create a new entrance in the wall, a Grade II-listed structure, at Bath Street into its £5bn Liverpool Waters scheme. Tony McDonough reports Property giant Peel…