Business News
Keep up to date with the latest news from the world of business and commerce on the Isle of Wight.
ISLAND FARMER LAUNCHES NEW SERVICE TO KEEP THE COUNTRYSIDE SAFER FOR ALL
Inspired by his own first-hand experience, an entrepreneurial Isle of Wight farmer has launched a new service that could both improve animal welfare and also save the farming industry millions of pounds a year. Livestock Lookout, developed by Tim Rogers...
Read moreDetailsINVESTMENT AND JOB CREATION TOP OF SOLENT FREEPORT AGENDA
Attracting investment, stimulating green skills, creating jobs and training opportunities are some of the key benefits Freeport status will bring to the Solent, which were highlighted at a webinar held by the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) with the Institute...
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT PROCESSED DAIRY PROVES POPULAR WITH CO-OP CUSTOMERS
Dairy, tomatoes and eggs are the most popular produce on the Isle of Wight sold at regional co-operative stores across the south. The latest news is being shared by Southern Co-op ahead of British Food Fortnight which kicks off on...
Read moreDetailsPOLESTAR 2 ELECTRIC VEHICLE TO MAKE ISLAND DEBUT AT BUSINESS EXPO EVENT
The brand new Polestar 2 electric vehicle will be unveiled in its Island debut at the forthcoming IW Chamber Business EXPO, taking place at the Lakeside Park Hotel on Wednesday 22nd September - where 1 lucky visitor will also win...
Read moreDetailsMEDINA FOODS TO RETAIN INDEPENDENCE AFTER BEING ACQUIRED BY SYSCO SPECIALITY GROUP
Sysco Corporation, the leading global foodservice distribution company, announced today it has entered into an agreement to acquire specialist regional wholesaler, Medina Foodservice. Medina Foodservice has built an enviable reputation for product quality and service with its loyal customer base....
Read moreDetailsTHE PRICE IS WIGHT CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF DAILY DEALS
The Price Is Wight - the daily deals website for discovering and sharing great things to do across the Isle of Wight - is celebrating its 10th birthday today (Thursday). The business, which offers unbeatable deals on the best things...
Read moreDetailsDIVERSE MARINE ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP FOCUSING ON UNITED STATES OFFSHORE WIND
SAFE Boats International is excited to announce a formal Partnership Agreement with the Isle of Wight's Diverse Marine. For the past 3 years SAFE Boats has been working with Diverse Marine promoting SAFE Boat designs in European markets. This new...
Read moreDetailsCHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXPO EVENT NOW LESS THAN A MONTH AWAY
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce’s flagship event for business-to-business networking is now less than a month away. More than 50 businesses will be exhibiting at Expo 2021, sponsored by WightFibre, held at the Lakeside Park Hotel in Wootton...
Read moreDetailsNEW OFFSHORE CREW TRANSFER VESSEL COMPLETED BY DIVERSE MARINE
HST Marine (HST) has taken delivery of HST Ella, a new hybrid crew transfer vessel designed by pioneering naval architect Chartwell Marine and built on the Isle of Wight. HST Ella is the first hybrid Chartwell 24 vessel to hit...
Read moreDetailsISLAND HOUSEBUILDER REPORTS EXCELLENT RECOVERY POST-PANDEMIC
Isle of Wight housebuilder Barratt Developments has reported an incredible recovery post-pandemic, as the demand for its high-quality, energy-efficient homes is still proving strong. The leading housebuilder, which is bringing new homes to the Isle of Wight through its Barratt Homes and...
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