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Napoleon Producer Mark Huffam Hosts Special Napoleon Fundraiser For Strand Arts Centre

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Northern Ireland’s only operational picturehouse, the Strand Arts Centre, hosted a special preview screening of Ridley Scott’s spectacle-filled action epic, Napoleon in partnership with the movie’s producer, Mark Huffam last night (Wednesday 22 November). Guests enjoyed a Moët & Chandon champagne reception on arrival, before film critic Brian Henry Martin led a conversation with the …

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GRAHAM Appointed For £86.9m A164 And Jock’s Lodge Improvement Scheme In East Riding Of Yorkshire

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Co. Down headquartered GRAHAM, a leading construction and civil engineering company, has been appointed to carry out the major transformation of one of East Riding of Yorkshire’s most congested road junctions. East Riding of Yorkshire Council has announced work on its £86.9m A164 and Jock’s Lodge Improvement Scheme is set to begin in spring 2024 …

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Five Apprentices Secure Full Time Employment With Belfast City Airport Fire And Rescue Service

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Five young firefighters from Northern Ireland have passed a significant milestone in Belfast City Airport’s ‘High Flyers’ Apprenticeship programme to secure full-time employment within the Airport’s fire service. The class, which was Belfast City Airport’s largest firefighting apprentice intake to date, excelled through the training courses which included hose running, pump operations, water rescue, boat …

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Giants Forge Innovative Performance Partnership With CET Ltd

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The Stena Line Belfast Giants are proud to announce a ground-breaking new performance partnership with CET Ltd. Founded in 2001, Belfast-based CET Ltd manufacture world-leading sports recovery and performance equipment, including CryoSpa Ice Baths and the revolutionary CoreTx GO palm cooling devices. Working alongside elite sports teams, health clubs, and sports therapy clinics around more …

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High-Growth Recruitment Software Firm Appoints New MD To Spearhead Expansion

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Belfast-headquartered recruitment software company SeeMeHired has announced the appointment of Sam McIlveen as its managing director.  With more than 30 years’ experience in media advertising and publishing –  including 15 years in the recruitment sector – Mr McIlveen joins as SeeMeHired enters a phase of “significant expansion”. Founded in 2018, SeeMeHired is a talent acquisition …

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AMPMNI Estate Agents Becomes First Specialised Passive House Agency

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AMPMNI Estate Agents has today announced its ground-breaking position as the first agency in the United Kingdom and Ireland to specialise in Passive House homes. Further solidifying its commitment to sustainable living, AMPMNI has been appointed by Fraser Miller in South Belfast as the sales agency for Lancaster Park, the largest developer-led Passive House development …

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Industry Training Services Creates Ten Jobs To Offer Accredited Telecoms Training

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Ireland’s leading industrial training provider, Industry Training Services, has announced the creation of up to 10 jobs with significant expansion in collaboration with leading UK telecoms training provider CTTS (Cable Telecommunications Training Services Ltd). This will enable Industry Training Services to deliver the first of its kind comprehensive telecoms industry training by expert trainers across …

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Northern Ireland’s Vulnerable at Risk: The Pressing Need for EV Charging Infrastructure

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Renewables experts Everun call for immediate action to enhance EV charging facilities for mobility vehicle users Renewables experts Everun are calling for the Northern Ireland government to prioritise an upgrade in the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the country as soon as they return to business. The company said not only does Stormont need …

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Golden Goodie Bag For One Lucky Visitor At 2023 Mallusk Christmas Market Unveiled

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Mallusk Enterprise Park will open its doors to support over 20 local entrepreneurs, 3 charities and provide free Santa Grotto visits to 100 local children on the evening of Wednesday 29 November. The local businesses and enterprises showcasing their locally made products and services at the pop up festive Market include local artists Dionne Pollock, …

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Mallusk Enterprise Park To Transform Into Festive Market To Support Over 20 Local Businesses This Week

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An indoor market with over 20 stalls and a pop up Santa’s Grotto will transform the local enterprise agency at Mallusk on Wednesday November 29. The evening event will offer visitors the chance to pick up handmade presents and enjoy a night out supporting the business community in the countdown to Christmas. Hosted and supported by …

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Finnebrogue Jingles All The Way To Asda

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Finnebrogue has worked with Asda to produce ten new Christmas products, bringing the total number of listings for the Downpatrick based company to 36, across fresh meat, meat-free, chilled, frozen meat, and party food. The new seasonal products, which are exclusive to Asda and will be available across the retailer’s stores in the UK include Extra …

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Tech Consortium Strikes Gold With International Trade Award

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An international consortium of tech innovators is celebrating its success at the inaugural International Trade Awards, organised by the Institute of Export and International Trade (IOE&T). The Technology Enabled Trading Alliance (TETA) picked up the ‘Innovation in Trade Award’ in recognition of its blockchain solution for the food industry. Spearheaded by Northern Ireland blockchain innovator …

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Second Speedmaster XL 106 To Double Capacity At Belfast-Based Green Packaging Company Biopax

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Biopax aims to double its printing capacity with a second Speedmaster XL 106. This sustainable carton packaging, paper wraps and self-adhesive labels solutions company is based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It has been working primarily in the UK and Irish markets, preparing ‘green’ packaging solutions for the food, beverage and non-food sectors. As part of …

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Catalyst Launches Inclusive Innovation Programme ‘STRYVE’

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Catalyst has formally launched its new inclusive innovation project STRYVE, which is aimed at young people aged 16-25 years old seeking to gain skills, qualifications and experience that will provide them with a pathway towards employment. STRYVE, which is being delivered in partnership with the Rio Ferdinand Foundation and funded by the International Fund for …

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Belfast Optician Geoff McConville Honoured As Freeman Of The City Of London

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Geoff McConville, a respected optician based on Chichester Street in Belfast, has been granted the esteemed title of “Freeman of the City of London” by the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers. This honour acknowledges Geoff’s remarkable contributions to the field of eye care, and in particular, his continuous investment in cutting-edge technology. Geoff’s commitment to …

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McKeever Hotel Group Set for Growth Under new Leadership Structure

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McKeever Hotel Group, the Antrim-based hospitality business, has revealed its strategic three-year plan, which includes the growth of its operation on an all-island basis and across its existing hotels in NI and Donegal. The ambitious strategy, which coincides with the Group’s 30th anniversary, aims to increase turnover to £60million though the next three years, with further …

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House Prices See Slight Rise In October

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House prices across the UK experienced a slight rise in October after six months of falls according to the latest set of data released by Halifax. The annual picture shows that over the preceding two months show drops in the selling value of falls, based on mortgages completions, including Northern Ireland. The monthly update from …

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Farrans Awarded Contract For Inspired Villages £45m Phase 1 Sonning Common Retirement Community

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Building and civil engineering contractor, Farrans Construction, has been appointed by Inspired Villages to begin construction of a £45m retirement community in Sonning Common, South Oxfordshire. Farrans’ first phase of works will include 73 high-quality, bespoke homes for over 65s and a state-of-the-art wellness suite within the village centre. The Sonning Common scheme, once delivered …

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Great Expectations Project Aims To Restore Great Victoria Street

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A determined regeneration effort is now underway to restore Southern Great Victoria Street and Shaftesbury Square. Partners Linen Quarter Business Improvement District (LQ BID), Belfast City Council and the Department for Communities have come together with the private sector to help revive the Golden Mile – once the city’s most bustling and vibrant stretch. Billed …

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Ulster Bank Announces £100,000 Package Of Support For Organisations Facing Cost Of Living Challenges

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Twelve charitable organisations have received a ‘helping hand’ from Ulster Bank to try and alleviate pressures brought about by the current cost of living challenges.  Foodbanks, heating hubs and other care providers have each been given a share of Ulster Bank’s £100,000 Helping Hands Fund so that they can continue to offer the services and …

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Jet2.com & Jet2holidays Announce £500,000 Apprenticeship Fund To Support Partners

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Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced a £500,000 Apprenticeship Fund to help charity and not-for-profit partners develop their workforces. Following the announcement of 70 new apprentice positions at Jet2.com and Jet2holidays earlier this year, on top of over 100 apprentices already in employment, the UK’s largest tour operator and third largest leisure airline is making almost £500,000 in apprenticeship funds available to …

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Biopax Ltd Announces Yet Another Multimillion-Pound Investment To Service The Green Packaging Market

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Biopax Ltd, the fast-growing sustainable packaging and labels company headquartered in west Belfast, is gearing up for its latest groundbreaking investment. In November 2023, Biopax will introduce a cutting-edge rotary flexographic paper wraps printing and packing machine at its facility. This revolutionary addition is poised to make a substantial difference in Biopax’s on-the-go deli and …

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60 Businesses Unite To Fuel Young Entrepreneurs In Northern Ireland

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Over 60 Northern Irish businesses have joined forces in a major show of support for the next generation of entrepreneurs.  Backing the enterprise education charity Young Enterprise, these companies are a crucial part of the newly launched Business Backers campaign.  The initiative, responding to the success of previous programmes, is all about giving young people …

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Northern Ireland Must Forge Ahead with Climate Goals Despite UK Delays

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By Ross Moffett, Sales Director, Everun As the world grapples with the urgency of climate change, Northern Ireland finds itself at a crossroads. With the UK government’s recent decision to push back environmental targets to 2050 and the absence of a sitting government in Northern Ireland, there’s a looming threat that our progress towards sustainable …

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Best In The World! Galgorm Wins Big At World Luxury Awards And Is Named Best Destination Spa At The Conde Nast Johansens Awards

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Galgorm Resort has been recognised by two global platforms, winning an unprecedented six awards at the prestigious 2023 World Luxury Awards hosted in Athens, and securing the Best Destination Spa 2024 title at the recent Conde Nast Johansens Awards in London. Galgorm’s internationally renowned retreat, has been widely commended for its sustained commitment to excellence …

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Giants And Belfast City Airport Unveil Revamped Oversize Baggage Area

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The Stena Line Belfast Giants and Belfast City Airport are proud to unveil a newly rebranded Giant Baggage Area. Featuring a number of key individuals from the Giants’ 2022/23 treble-winning roster, including Adam Keefe, Mark Cooper, Tyler Beskorowany, and Mark Garside, the refurbished Giant baggage area accommodates all passengers travelling with large bags. From those travelling with …

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Pravha Takes The Reins At Down Royal Hospitality Suite

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Pravha, a premium and lighter tasting pilsner, and part of the Molson Coors Beverage Company portfolio, has secured naming rights to Down Royal’s hospitality space located on the top floor of the hospitality pavilion in a new sponsorship deal. Described as the ‘best of both worlds’, Pravha is a premium 4%, lighter tasting pilsner, which …

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Almost Two-Thirds Of Local Food Businesses Concerned With Consequences Of Food Safety Breaches

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safefood is encouraging small food businesses in Northern Ireland to benefit from its free food safety e-learning tool – safefood for business – as new research shows that nearly two-thirds (64%) of local food enterprises have extreme concerns with the consequences of food safety breaches. The research by safefood, the all-island body responsible for promoting …

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Winners Of The 2023 Belfast Telegraph IT Awards In Partnership With Telefónica Tech Announced

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The winners of this year’s Belfast Telegraph IT Awards in partnership with Telefónica Tech UK & Ireland, which took place at the MAC Belfast, have been announced.   Terry Moore, CEO and founder of Outsource Group, took home the award for Outstanding Contribution to the IT Sector. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs won …

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United Wines Supports Safe Driving Over Festive Period

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Craigavon-based United Wines, one of the biggest drinks distributors on the island of Ireland, has launched details of its festive safer driving campaign to help Northern Ireland revellers enjoy the party season and get home safe.  The Designated Driver campaign will help drivers enjoy their night out whilst getting friends and family home safely. Partygoers …

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Gifted Entrepreneurs Raise £500k With Support From Ulster Bank

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Two female entrepreneurs are working to reshape the approach to gift-giving through technology and psychology and have successfully raised over £500,000 to grow the platform. Needi, the online gift-matching marketplace, has received a significant boost from lead investor Techstart Ventures, and are now on track to scale to £10m before the end of 2024, thanks …

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K Systems Projects Strike Gold At Prestigious INCA Awards

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Kilwaughter Minerals brand K Systems has received two accolades at the prestigious Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) Awards. Recognised as the most sought-after awards in the UK External Wall Insulation (EWI) industry, the INCA Awards celebrate rapid innovation, technical excellence, and best practice within the construction sector. The renowned and respected EWI systems installer …

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Lisburn Based Mcquillan Companies Unveils 3-Year Partnership With Ulster University Gaelic Academy To Further Advance Education And Sport

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Leading Construction and Waste Management business, McQuillan Companies, has announced a new 3-year sponsorship with Ulster University as part of its developing excellence in industry through education and sport. The sponsorship with Ulster running from 2023-2026 will see McQuillan Companies sponsor the Gaelic Academy which is this year celebrating 50 years, supporting its football, hurling, …

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Lidl Northern Ireland Puts Carryduff In Its Sights As Work Starts On New £6.5m Store

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The first phase of a multimillion-pound regeneration of the former Carryduff Shopping Centre gets under way this month as Lidl Northern Ireland moves to begin construction of a new £6.5 million anchor supermarket which will open early next summer. The region’s fastest-growing supermarket confirmed today work will start within two weeks, injecting a new lease …

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Full Line Up Revealed For Big Belfast Marketing Event

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15 expert speakers from the world of marketing are set to take to the stage at Belfast’s leading marketing conference the Big Marketing Meet Up for a day of inspiration and knowledge-sharing at W5 in Titanic Quarter on November 14, 2023. This one-day event promises to empower passionate marketers with fresh insights, interactive sessions, and …

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Lisburn Based McQuillan Companies Unveils 3-Year Partnership With Ulster University Gaelic Academy To Further Advance Education And Sport

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Leading Construction and Waste Management business, McQuillan Companies, has this week announced a new 3-year sponsorship with Ulster University as part of its developing excellence in industry through education and sport.  The sponsorship with Ulster running from 2023-2026 will see McQuillan Companies sponsor the Gaelic Academy which is this year celebrating 50 years, supporting its …

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Ways To Ensure Success For A New Business Product Release

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Releasing a new product is an exciting time for any business. However, it can be disheartening if your product doesn’t get the engagement or sales you hoped for.  Don’t worry, as there are plenty of measures you can implement to guarantee greater success for a new business product.  If your business wants to top the …

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Four Months To Go Until IoD NI Women’s Leadership Conference

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The Institute of Directors in Northern Ireland has joined forces once again with leading law firm, Herbert Smith Freehills, to launch the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference. Returning to Belfast’s Crowne Plaza Hotel on Friday 8th March, the conference is expected to be another sell-out event, attracting over 500 delegates and participants. The theme for the 2024 …

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