Region’s tourism businesses celebrated at annual awards
The region’s top tourism businesses will be celebrated at the North East England Tourism Awards on Thurs, March 24. The annual event, hosted by NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI) will be held at Newcastle Civic Centre. Attractions, hotels and individuals from across the North East will compete in 15 categories including...
US owned tech company expands in Newcastle creating hundreds of jobs
Arctic Wolf®– A global leader in security operations has announced the opening of its Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Newcastle, following a period of continued expansion and rapid growth for the business. Founded in Silicon Valley and based in Minnesota, Arctic Wolf’s Newcastle city centre...
New service ‘levels up’ prospects for Gateshead job seekers
In response to a call from Government for innovative ideas designed to tackle community renewal, a new partnership has been formed in Gateshead to support people into employment. The ‘Future You’ partnership joins five independent community and voluntary sector (CVS) organisations with Gateshead Council’s employment and housing teams, to...
Impressive milestone for key city development
Newcastle’s most impressive new development has reached a key milestone with the completion of the building’s central core – which can be seen towering over the city skyline. Bank House, on Pilgrim Street, is being constructed by Bowmer + Kirkland for Taras Properties and is the first phase of...
Cash lifeline for Newcastle businesses affected by Omicron launched
New grants aimed at supporting businesses through the latest Omicron variant have been released by Newcastle City Council. Around 1,000 businesses are set to benefit from the next round of business grants aimed at supporting businesses that have been hard hit by reduced trade and cancellations due to fears...
£1.8m office deal at Newburn Riverside
Commercial property specialist Naylors Gavin Black has completed the £1.8m acquisition of a significant office building at Newburn Riverside, which will now undergo a strategic programme of refurbishment works. The Quadrant, which extends to 26,000 sq.ft. over 3 floors and is already home to a range of tenants including...
Project management firm rebrands following growing success
NGI Partner Ward Robinson Project Management have restructured independently of Ward Robinson Design, who have recently been acquired by Ryder Architecture, and are now trading as Helm. The firm’s journey started over 30 years ago as Ward Robinson, who specialised in combining Project Management and Interior Design services, delivering...
Over 500 jobs in aviation up for grabs at the Newcastle International Airport Careers Fair
Newcastle International Airport is hosting an aviation focused Careers Fair on 14 January at St James’ Park in Newcastle. Aimed at those looking to start an exciting career in the industry, the fair will see the Airport and its business partners recruiting for over 500 job vacancies across the...
Shortlist announced for North East Tourism Awards
Despite a tough year for the tourism industry and continued uncertainty being created by the Pandemic, the efforts of businesses in the sector will be recognised in the 2022 North East Tourism Awards – the shortlist for which has now been announced. Taking place in March 2022, the awards...
A Christmas message from our Chief Executive
Sarah Green, Chief Executive, NewcastleGateshead Initiative: As we approach the festive season and look forward to a new year, I would like to celebrate the achievements and exciting projects announced in 2021 which represent a significant vote of confidence in our region as a place to invest. From a...