Business News

Family-owned Luccombe Hotels and Shanklin Villa have proudly claimed 3 major accolades in the 2024 Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards, affirming their commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Luccombe Hall Hotel was awarded the prestigious Gold for Best Hotel...

The creme de la creme of Isle of Wight businesses gathered in Cowes last night (Thursday) as Red Funnel held its 5th annual Isle of Wight Awards at Northwood House, recognising the local businesses that make the Isle of Wight...

Calbourne-based IFPL has announced that it has secured an order from Finnair to install its Cobalt Spectrum LED mood lighting on the airline's Embraer fleet. The Cobalt Spectrum LED mood lighting system enhances the overall passenger experience by providing customisable...

Local business Solent Beds and Furniture is to move into its brand new Newport Town Centre premises next week. Located on High Street, Newport in what was the old Pound Stretcher store and before that Courts, the new premises will...

Local web and design studio, Brightbulb, has launched their annual charity event in support of the Wight Brainy Bunch. The beloved Mince Pie Marathon returns to spread festive cheer—and delicious mince pies—across the Island to both businesses and residents. Over...

An Isle of Wight tanning business is celebrating the opening of its second salon, opening the doors on Ryde High Street. Total Tanning has been a stalwart of Newport’s St James’ Street for several years, with hundreds of customers flocking...

The Isle of Wight’s premier music venue, Strings Bar & Venue in Newport, has been shortlisted in the ‘Grassroots Champion’ category at the 2024 Live Awards. The awards showcase the outstanding companies, teams and individuals that make up the world-renowned...

Canvas10, the renowned Isle of Wight nail salon known for its creative and precise nail artistry, has been shortlisted for 3 national awards at the 2024 Beauty & Aesthetics Awards. The Newport-based salon has been recognised for excellence in the...

A new, free programme helping Island businesses to develop opportunities in exporting, innovation and collaboration, has been launched. The Isle of Wight Growth Catalyst is a fully-funded initiative from Innovation Wight, providing tailored support for local companies. Each pathway -...

GKN Aerospace, the largest private employer on the Island, has completed a 1.2MW solar farm at its East Cowes site, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to sustainability. The solar farm covers 3.9 acres of previously unused land...