Business News

Britten-Norman has launched its new production line at Bembridge as it repatriates manufacturing of the Islander aircraft back to the UK - with exciting plans afoot for major site expansion here on the Isle of Wight. Dignartaries, industry experts, customers...

A new high-performance utility 10m Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) designed and built by Isle of Wight-based Island RIBs, will make its debut at the Southampton Boat Show. The new RIB has been built to be adaptable for a wide range...

BNI, the world’s leading referral networking organisation, is opening up groups on the Isle of Wight. Alyson Roach, Executive Director of BNI Hampshire for the past 10 years, has decided to expand the BNI Hampshire family into the vibrant business...

After the successful launch of new charging points for electric boats in Cowes Harbour earlier this Summer, Cowes Harbour Commission has recently achieved another 1st with a new initiative to upgrade the visitor experience for those arriving in Cowes by...

A new fish and chip shop has opened on Ryde Esplanade, which is proving a hit with locals and tourists alike. Esplanade Fish Bar opened in July and the team there say that it has enjoyed great success so far...

A licensing application has been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council by Thai Journey Restaurant for permission to sell alcohol at Essex Cottage in Godshill. It suggests that the premises, which has been empty since being vacated by Woods...

Isle of Wight marine equipment specialist Spinlock has unveiled its impressive new headquarters at a historic landmark - Cowes Town Police Station. Spinlock, honoured with the first King’s Award for Innovation in April, is now operating from the 125-year-old building...

WRS Systems has announced they have signed a 2-year sponsorship deal with Shanklin and Sandown Golf Club, a club steeped in history on the Isle of Wight. The club was originally opened as a 9-hole course in 1900 before a...

A company based on the Isle of Wight has announced the launch of a new service to help older people at home stay connected. Auris Buddies has been designed to keep the elder generation connected by providing them with access...

2 Isle of Wight accommodation providers have been announced among the 100 winners of VisitEngland's annual ROSE Award. The ROSE Awards recognise just 100 accommodation providers across England who give visitors the best customer experience. They celebrate the establishments, irrespective...