Liverpool city region maritime firms are backing a future skills project based around the historic SS Daniel Adamson steam tug - but more support is needed. Tony McDonough reports Mersey maritime firms are offering financial backing…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Chem Stellar, a tanker carrying tallow in bulk from the US. Agent is Cory Brothers Shipping. Wilson Dvina, a cargo vessel carrying scrap metal from Ireland. Agent is Normac Shipping.…

Ports operator Peel Ports Group appoints logistics expert as its new sales director for the Port of Liverpool Peel Ports has appointed logistics expert Gareth Davies as sales director for the Port of Liverpool. Bringing with him more…

Co-founder of Liverpool chartered surveyor Actua takes full control of the firm in deal with business partner and says he is keen to expand with extra staff. Tony McDonough reports Co-founder of Liverpool chartered surveyor Actua,…

Wirral Council submits business case to Government as it seeks more than £350m for its regeneration projects in and around Birkenhead. Tony McDonough reports Wirral Council is seeking more than £350m from the Government towards its…

British International Freight Association raises £10,000 for Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice at its annual Liverpool region charity dinner Freight firms raised £10,000 for Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice at a dinner in Liverpool. Members of the…

Chester Zoo chief executive Jamie Christon takes on role as new chair of tourism body Marketing Cheshire. Tony McDonough reports Chester Zoo chief executive Jamie Christon has been named as the new chair of Marketing Cheshire,…

Leading UK law firm Irwin Mitchell opened its first office in Liverpool in May 2022 and is now set to expand its presence by relocating to a bigger office in the city. Tony McDonough reports Almost three years after opening its first…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Lady Hestia, a cargo vessel carrying glass cullet from Norway. Agent is Peel Ports Logistics. Arklow Raider, a cargo vessel carrying steel wire rod from Portugal. Agent is NW Trading…

Liverpool City Council suspends parking zone in the area around Everton FC’s new stadium in a move described as 'a huge victory for businesses'. Tony McDonough reports Pressure from local businesses has led to a u-turn by Liverpool…