Business News

A new and unique ‘Honey Bee Experience’ has been officially launched at Godshill Orchard, offering visitors the chance to get up close with nature - and even sleep alongside the bees themselves. The venture has been pioneered by the father-and-son...

Island Foods has delivered hundreds of kilograms of Isle of Wight lamb to help chef Alex Kimber craft summer dishes for VIP guests at the 2025 Wimbledon championship, which got underway today (Monday). Continuing what he has done for the...

In a new regular feature on Island Echo, Charlie Panayi, CEO of Red Squirrel Property Shop, gives a monthly update on the Isle of Wight’s property market… The first half of the year has been all over on the sales front,...

Dean and Sophie Faulkner of Newport-based Merriebank Lettings have scooped an impressive trio of national business awards, including joint recognition as winners of the 2025 Business Leader Award for Father and Daughter Partnership. Dean Faulkner has been named Property Professional...

There is concern that it's the end of an era for a 38-year-old Isle of Wight business amid rumours that Ametek is to close its Newport factory. The company's roots go back to 1987 when Milmega - a company specialising...

The Beef & Berry Shop in Shorwell, which began as a Christmas pop-up before becoming a beloved local food outlet, has announced it will close its doors for good on Sunday (29th June). The local store, based at Stone Place...

Captiva Homes has been recognised at the South Coast Property Awards 2025, receiving the title of Progressive Property Business of the Year and being shortlisted for 2 additional awards at the high-profile regional event. Now in its ninth year, the...

The Island’s biggest B2B networking event returns in just 2 weeks' time, with Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce’s Expo 2025 set to be the biggest and best yet. Running from 10:00 until 16:00 on Wednesday 9th July, the free-to-attend...

Lifeline Alarm Systems has added 3 new VW ID Buzz electric vehicles to its fleet, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices. The locally owned company, which is celebrating 35 years in business on the Isle of Wight, provides...

Poundland has confirmed the date on which its Cowes branch will permanently close, marking the end of the retailer’s presence in the town. The official closure date has now been set following an announcement last month that the discount retailer would...