A £1bn plan to build a cluster of skyscrapers close to Liverpool waterfront, backed by Home Bargains tycoon Tom Morris, sees first planning application submitted. Tony McDonough reports Davos Property Developments has submitted the…

Despite reporting losses of more than £500,000, Wirral military boat builder Marine Specialised Technology hails its ‘very strong’ order book and aims to double the size of its manufacturing facility on the Mersey. Tony McDonough reports…

Liverpool building firm Frank Rogers sees annual revenues rise to £28m despite what it describes as a tough economic climate. Tony McDonough reports Despite ongoing economic challenges, Frank Rogers has recorded a near 40% rise in…

Last week a survey from Lloyds reported a rise in North West business confidence and Liverpool lawyer Paul Abrams of Gregory Abrams Davidson says entrepreneurs are showing an appetite for risk in a ‘buoyant’ M&A market. Tony McDonough…

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

A brewery based in Manchester unveils plans to create a new hotel close to Southport town centre. Andrew Brown reports Joseph Holt Brewery has unveiled plans to create a brand new hotel in Southport. Hotels by Holts is a growing…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Palatine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Viking Jupiter, a cruise vessel. Agent is Denholm Port Services. CEG Universe, a cargo vessel…

Liverpool city region charities working to increase access to careers in gaming, publishing, fashion, film, advertising, TV, and music and being urged to apply for grants of up to £30,000. Tony McDonough reports E-commerce giant…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Mazarine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Palatine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Arklow Brave, a…

SINA Medical Glass, a £28.5m Liverpool city region manufacturing venture that will create 180 jobs, takes delivery of new machinery for the plant. Tony McDonough reports A £28.5m specialist manufacturing venture that will see the…