With global music artists increasingly playing big stadiums and large arenas, mid-sized venues such as the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool face a struggle to keep attracting headline acts. Tony McDonough reports ACC Liverpool chief…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vox Apologia, a hopper dredger coming from and returning to The Netherlands. Agent is Denholm Port Services. Honcho, a bulk carrier carrying steel pipes and tubes from China. Agent is…

Liverpool BID Company joins UK-wide partnership looking to ‘tackle the most pressing issues facing high streets and unlock fresh opportunities for growth’. Tony McDonough reports Liverpool BID Company has come to gather with BID…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: CEG Universe, a cargo vessel carrying wheat. Agent is Normac Shipping. Melusine, a cargo vessel coming from and returning to Ireland. Agent is CLdN Ro Ro. Gabriella, a bulk carrier…

Work is set to begin in 2025 on first phase of a plan to create a new ‘urban village’ in Birkenhead eventually comprising 1,600 homes - but the Government will have to give the final go-ahead. Tony McDonough reports Work on Hind…

EET Hydrogen appoints contractor to build first phase of multi-billion pound hydrogen production and carbon capture hub close to the River Mersey. Tony McDonough reports Work on the construction of the first phase of a multi-billion…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Vertom Eva, a cargo vessel carrying sunflower pellets from The Netherlands. Agent is Peel Ports Logistics. MSC Jennifer II, a container vessel coming from and returning to Belgium.…

Merseyside maker of Vimto and other soft drinks reports rise in annual revenues to £172.2m with a ‘strong performance’ in 2024. Tony McDonough reports Soft drinks maker Nichols is reporting annual sales of £172.1m for the 12 months…

Property consultancy CBRE doubles its office space in Liverpool’s commercial district and signs a 10-year lease. Tony McDonough reports CBRE has committed to Liverpool for another 10 years and has doubled its office space in the…

Shipping movements on the Mersey today, include: Cornalin, a bulk carrier carrying soya beans from the US. Agent is Clarkson Port Services. Sara Borchard, a container vessel coming from Italy and sailing on to Cyprus. Agent is…