by Molly Power | May 1, 2014 | Company profiles
The UK construction industry is expanding again according to recent data, showing sustained growth for the first time since the downturn began in 2007. Construction projects can often require significant investments of time and money, two quantities that disappear...
by Molly Power | May 1, 2014 | Company profiles
Shanklin Theatre’s Managing Director Vic Farrow talks to Tom Stroud Shanklin Theatre is run independently and mainly by volunteers. The Friends of Shanklin Theatre were given licence to occupy in 2010 and the IW Council handed over the keys to the 615 seat theatre...
by Molly Power | May 1, 2014 | Company profiles
Tom Stroud goes behind the scenes at the Island’s PFI contractor “Island roads are different” is a well worn phrase but in 2014 it’s one that still applies. Since April last year the management and upgrading of our road network has been the responsibility of a...
by Molly Power | Apr 1, 2014 | Company profiles
Hovertravel is the only commercial Hovercraft operator in Europe. The business has also grown its market share over the last five years. On the cusp of a major anniversary and a significant investment in new craft, Tom Stroud finds out more “For the Island I see the...
by Molly Power | Mar 1, 2014 | Company profiles
How was 2013 for Southern Vectis? It was a really good year. Journey numbers were up overall by around 5.5 percent across the board. In July we introduced our enhanced Coaster service, which covers most of the Island, with support from the Local Sustainable Transport...
by Molly Power | Mar 1, 2014 | Company profiles
Events are a rewarding but risky business. They’re a vital part of the tourist economy but also weather dependent and there’s a lot of competition out there. What makes the Garlic Festival such a success? We go behind the scenes at the Island’s...
