SMEs are expected to generate up to 50 per cent of international revenues by 2019, despite political instability, cultural factors and inadequate infrastructure, which often outweigh the growth potential of overseas markets. SMEs…

In a deal worth up to £6m, Liverpool firm Transactis has been purchased by Chester-based intelligence specialist, GBGroup. It has been funded by £4.5m in cash, £500,000-worth of GBG shares, and a further £1m in shares, depending on certain…

Barwood Developments and Potter Logistics have entered into a joint venture agreement to deliver a 275,000 sq ft logistics project on a 16-acre site in Knowsley Industrial Park. The scheme, branded Draco, will accommodate distribution and…

Renowned European fashion retailer Zara last week re-opened it's doors in Liverpool One, unveiling a new-look, flagship store. The company's new store located on South John Street is more than a third larger than its original shop in the…

Business and political leaders from Liverpool and Manchester will join forces in London this week with the aim of attracting UK and international investors to the North West. The two cities will have a joint presence at the first-ever MIPIM…

Liverpool-based Influential has been appointed to deliver the PR and marketing for the region’s £1.8bn Super-port initiative. The agency will be marketing the scheme, which aims to develop the region into a global passenger and freight…

From today, Monday 13 October, Liverpool will be hosting the largest UK fashion event outside of London, dubbed ceremoniously as Liverpool Fashion Week. The schedule begins this evening with 'Couture Glamour' and designers including…

Student accommodation provider Unite said it has acquired a major development site in central Liverpool. It did not reveal the vendor or the location in a stock market announcement, but said the scheme, together with one in Aberdeen, could…

This month, MYOB business networking events are teaming up with Keepoint to offer strategic networking sessions at KeeHub. KeeHub is a collaborative workspace set in the heart of Liverpool’s commercial district. Offering complimentary tea,…

Manchester and Middle East based management consultants Innovation Culture Consulting Ltd (ICCL) have agreed a partnership with North West PR firm Polaris Media. This will see Polaris' English language publicity and marketing services…