The growing appetite for electric vehicles has led bright sparks One Way Electrical to start up a new EV charging business. EV Smart Charging aims to resolve the major issue holding back householders and companies from buying green, electric cars – a lack of charging points. The new business will generate a new role as a business development manager at …

The organisers of an annual Newcastle-under-Lyme focused business awards programme have vowed to relaunch in 2021 after the coronavirus pandemic led to the cancellation of this year’s competition. The Business Boost Awards are committed to fostering business growth across the borough. “2020 is the first time there hasn’t been a Business Boost competition in more than a decade, but planning …

Award winning tech-innovators Enlighten have added 3D modelling to their business offering as they look to support companies in using technology to drive new business opportunities. Enlighten, based in Tamworth town centre, have built a reputation for using Augmented Reality. Founded in 2016, the company began using tech to support education and mental health projects but are now refocusing their …

North Staffordshire’s Rydale Roofing has signed a partnership with a training company which will give young people a pathway into the trade. With an ageing workforce, roofing is facing a skills shortage while, at the same time, there’s no formal pathway for school leavers to start a career in the industry. But Silverdale-based Rydale Roofing has joined forces with Juniper …

Calling all ginger cat and dog owners, a unique festival wants you to shout about your beloved pets. The fourth annual Ginger & Spice Festival will be taking place between September 23 to September 27 and celebrates all things ginger. Kennel and cattery Quintessential Quarters, of Cotes Heath, near Eccleshall, has linked up with festival organisers to launch Best Ginger …