A £75m Liverpool city region ‘global centre of excellence’ for the decarbonisation of glassmaking appoints a new chief executive. Tony McDonough reports Glass Futures in St Helens has appointed Justin Kelly as its new chief…

Global robotics specialist Geek+ creates more than 20 jobs in Liverpool city region since opening a new UK headquarters. Tony McDonough reports Global robotics firm Geek+ says it has created more than 20 jobs since setting up its UK…

A Merseyside firm that installs and maintains gas-powered generators around the world sees annual revenues rise 20% to £432.5m and profits soar as it looks to diversify beyond fossil fuels. Tony McDonough reports Gas-powered…

Merseyside brand marketing manufacturer Wild Thang has gone all in on sustainability and says its latest award win shows how businesses can be both ethical and profitable. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool city region SME Wild Thang…

Growing Merseyside financial advisory firm Blithe House moves into a larger office space after expanding its team. Tony McDonough reports Financial advisory firm Blithe House has moved into new office space in the centre of…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include:  Birkenhead to Belfast: Stena Embla will depart the Twelve Quays terminal at 10.30am. Stena Edda will depart at 10.30pm. Liverpool to Dublin: A Seatruck vessel will sail from…

Liverpool city region housing provider Livv says it is on track to deliver its three year plan, worth more than £100m, to deliver 1,000 new homes across the region. Tony McDonough reports Livv Housing says it has more than 600 new…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Grampian Talisman, a platform supply vessel. Agent is Peterson (United Kingdom). FRI River, a cargo vessel carrying French maize from France. Agent is NW Trading (Logistics). BG Jade,…

Cruise ships calling at Liverpool are crewed by hardworking seafarers who spend long periods away from their homes and families - this year a new hub offered much-needed support. Tony McDonough reports This summer Liverpool Cruise…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Kiran Australia, a bulk carrier carrying biomass (woodchips) from the US. Agent is Peel Ports Logistics. Karlino, a bulk carrier carrying biomass (woodchips) from the US. Agent is…