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03 Jul 09
redcar £30m seafront vision unveiled
Following an international design competition, one of the region’s most ambitious seafront regeneration plans was unveiled today (3 July 2009) which will transform Redcar seafront and create the first-ever 80 ft ‘vertical pier’ on this stretch of coast.
02 Jul 09
Youngsters Rise to Enterprise Challenge
Hundreds of young budding entrepreneurs from across the North East have come together to showcase their enterprising achievements, as part of a unique programme which helped transform their classroom ideas into working businesses.
01 Jul 09
Delivering A Sustainable Transport System – North East Submits its plans
Partners in the North East have this week responded to a Government consultation on the region’s transport priorities over the next 30 years.
30 Jun 09
One North East aid boosts dairy farmers
County Durham dairy has received funding to expand its business to cope with increased demand following the closure of the Dairy Farmers of Britain (DFOB) dairy at Blaydon.
Record entries in North East England Tourism Awards
A record number of tourism businesses have entered this year’s North East England Tourism Awards.
29 Jun 09
Major names back North East's electric future
An international collaboration of some of the biggest names in the private sector will support the development of a world-class electric vehicle infrastructure in the North East of England.
£25 million North East development opportunities go onsite
A £25m regeneration partnership between Regional Development Agency One North East and property investor and developer Langtree has been officially launched today (29 June 2009) and named Onsite North East.
Agency helps firm prepare for new legislation
One North East is helping companies prepare for new rules designed to cut carbon emissions from businesses.
26 Jun 09
£180 million investment to improve shopping in Sunderland city centre secured.
An official Development Agreement to bring forward a retail-led development at Holmeside Triangle that could create 1,700 jobs, has now been signed.
Top chef cooks up a storm on Tourism website
Top Chef Kenny Atkinson, recently made famous by his appearance on BBC programme the Great British Menu, is showing his support for North East England and its quality local produce.
25 Jun 09
Green transport revolution championed by new North East company
Newly launched, Newcastle based company, Future Transport Systems, FTS, is pioneering the introduction of sustainable transport across the UK having won a number of major contracts to introduce electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure to Britain’s roads.
Corus Long Products statement
The Corus Response Group today pledged to help all North East workers affected by the restructuring announcement at Corus Long Products Division.
24 Jun 09
UK government chooses Smith Electric Vehicles for Electric Van Programme
Smith Electric Vehicles will play a key role in a new Government initiative to place 100 electric vans on UK roads.
Hydraulics firm powers up for expansion
Newcastle council installs region's first new charging point for electric vehicles
An agreement to install new electric vehicle charging points has been signed by One North East and Newcastle City Council.
23 Jun 09
Explore a world of opportunities
North East firms invited to sign up for latest Market Visits to China and Australia
Amble gets a pizza the action
A touch of Italy is on the way to a Northumberland fishing port after One North East approved funding to transform a redundant building, creating 14 jobs and boosting tourism.
Seb Coe gets set for London 2012 Open Weekend celebrations across the North East – supported by BP
Exciting events across the North East, from mass water fights to ancient storytelling, Chinese Comic and Olympic poster exhibitions are to be part of London 2012 Open Weekend (24 – 26 July 2009) – a series of events across the country enabling access to excellence in the arts, culture and sport and celebrating three years to go until the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Boat comes in for cruise tourism in North East England
Cruise tourism contributes more than £5million to the region’s economy, according to a recent report commissioned by regional development agency One North East.
North East consortium wins £3.9m bid in electric vehicle project
Today the Technology Strategy Board – the government body that exists to promote business innovation in technology - announces the North East consortium is one of eight winners from across the country, of its Ultra Low Carbon Vehicle Demonstrator competition that hails an important step forward for the future of transport in the UK.
22 Jun 09
Let your adventure begin in North East England
Visitors looking for an adventure this summer are being encouraged to choose North East England thanks to an innovative new online outdoor activity generator, launched by regional development agency One North East.
Development offers gateway to the region
The region’s development sector has been handed a significant boost with the official launch of Gateway West.
European delegation endorses community project for science
A European Commission delegation from Brussels has visited North East England to see how a community focused project part funded by the EU will open up career opportunities and raise awareness of science and innovation in County Durham.
18 Jun 09
Funding boost for North East software industry
An extra £2.9m investment in the software industry aims to create 40 new businesses on Wearside, providing an environment in which small enterprises can develop, grow and exploit commercial ideas.
17 Jun 09
Inward investment results for North East England
Inward investment in the North East remains strong, despite the impact of the recession, figures published today by UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) reveal.
One North East honours Queen's Award winners
Recipients of prestigious “corporate knighthoods” have been recognised at an event hosted by One North East.
16 Jun 09
Wansbeck is enterprising champion
A passion to lead the rebirth of one of England’s industrial heartlands has resulted in Wansbeck being named the most enterprising place in North East England - with national glory possibly beckoning.
Digital firm sets the scene for growth
An award winning North East interactive video publishing firm is proving a streaming success by expanding services and creating new jobs with support from One North East.
15 Jun 09
North East chef tickles the taste buds of troops returning from Afghanistan
Top chef Kenny Atkinson has put North East England on the culinary map after winning the chance to cook for soldiers returning home from Afghanistan.
12 Jun 09
Mixed start to the year for exports
The first quarter of 2009 has revealed mixed fortunes for the North East’s international trade performance.
Last call for entries to North East England Tourism Awards 2009
The deadline is looming for the 2009 North East England Tourism Awards which aims to find the region’s best places to stay, eat, visit and have a great day out in North East England.
11 Jun 09
Newcastle forging ahead with ambitious plans
Newcastle Science City is establishing itself as a dynamic economic force for the area with a powerful private sector led board now in place for the newly formed science city company and its science-based business generation programme the ‘Newcastle Innovation Machine’ now operational.
10 Jun 09
Innovation hub to host process industry incubator
A £4.5m initiative to create a tailor made incubator for new business opportunities in the process industries sector is underway in the Tees Valley.
Newcastle ScienceFest will return for 2010
The North East’s passion for science has ensured Newcastle ScienceFest will return for at least the next two years.
09 Jun 09
One North East approves further rural investment
Rural micro-businesses and farms are in line to receive a share of more than £2.5m to help them prosper and bring benefits to the region.
08 Jun 09
Leading edge antenna technology company prepares for international growth
A North East firm specialising in the design and manufacture of mobile communication antennas is investing in a restructure of the business as it gears up for further international growth.
05 Jun 09
Corus response group welcomes new orders
The Corus Response Group today welcomed new orders won by Teesside Cast Products which will enable the plant to continue making steel until the beginning of August.
Roman Writing Tablets set to come home
Britain’s earliest written archives are a step closer to coming home to the North East, thanks to funding of £1.8m from regional development agency One North East.
New waste treatment facility gets the green light
The Durham Company has opened their brand new £1m Waste Recycling facility in Fencehouses which will reduce waste dumped to landfill, improve the environment and create new jobs.
Engineering's 'Greatest Show on Earth' returns to region
Future engineers will descend in their thousands on what is the engineering equivalent of the Greatest Show on Earth.
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