Storeroom buys premises

Storeroom buys premises

Island charity Storeroom is now the owner of its premises on Mariner’s Way in Cowes. The charity collects donated furniture and sells it at an affordable cost to people across the island. Storeroom took on ownership of the building earlier this month, at the same time...

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Island votes YES for WIGHT BID

Island votes YES for WIGHT BID

New governance board and working parties will represent business sectors Voluntary scheme for Island retailers and mainland businesses will also be launched Isle of Wight tourism businesses have voted YES to bring a business improvement district into operation on the...

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Hovertravel officially launches new craft

Hovertravel officially launches new craft

been named by Sir Ben Ainslie CBE as part of a traditional dedication and blessing ceremony conducted on the Isle of Wight. The new craft, Solent Flyer and Island Flyer, are both liveried with a dynamic representation of the union flag which combines red, blue and the...

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New Red Jet 6 officially named by HRH The Princess Royal

Red Funnel's new Red Jet 6 has been officially named at a ceremony at Trinity Landing in Cowes. The vessel was built at Venture Quays in East Cowes by Shemara Rifit and represents a £6 million investment in marine manufacturing on the Isle of Wight. Red Jet 6 has also...

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Inspiring Tomorrow’s Workforce

Inspiring Tomorrow’s Workforce

More than 150 Island young people aged between 16 and 24 met with Island employers and training providers at an innovative careers event. Inspiring Tomorrow’s Workforce, held at Northwood’s County Showground, saw students and jobseekers networking with Island...

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BCC reaction to EU Referendum result

BCC reaction to EU Referendum result

BCC reaction to EU Referendum result Dr Adam Marshall, BCC Acting Director General, said: "In the wake of the electorate's historic decision to leave the European Union, the immediate priorities for UK business are market stability and political clarity. "Some...

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Put out the bunting on Isle of Wight Day

Put out the bunting on Isle of Wight Day

What will you be doing on Saturday September 24th? The Island’s new High Sheriff wants you to literally put out the bunting and support him on Isle of Wight Day. Robin took office as High Sheriff in April but he will already be known to many Island businesses. He has...

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Have your say on the Wight BID

Have your say on the Wight BID

Tourism businesses on the Isle of Wight are being urged to have their say on the WIGHT BID proposal. Ballot papers have been sent out and businesses have four weeks to cast their vote on a proposed five year plan to attract new visitors to the Isle of Wight. The...

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Busy summer for Ryde’s Event LED Signs

Busy summer for Ryde’s Event LED Signs

Ryde based Event LED Signs has supplied and operated a system at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show for the first time, as part of a busy summer season. The business provides scrolling LED signs for information and safety at large events. The LED signs at the Chelsea Flower...

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Island Business November / December 2024

Island Business November / December 2024

Events

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02dec9:00 am12:30 pmFire Marshal Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training

06dec7:30 am9:00 amNetworking Breakfast at Quay Arts

09dec9:00 am4:00 pmEmergency First Aid at Work Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training

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