Blog Archives

Bristol craft beer firm taps into snack market by making crisps using one of its own ales

February 28, 2024
By
Bristol craft beer firm taps into snack market by making crisps using one of its own ales

Drinkers with a taste for Bristol craft brewery Butcombe’s beers can now tuck into crisps made with one of its best-selling ales. The Wrington-based brewery has teamed up with The British Snack Company to produce the steak & Butcombe ale pie flavoured crisps, which are available exclusively in its...

Read more »

Ahead of the Agenda: The Week Ahead

February 25, 2024
By
4246855-calendar3-150x150111111111

Monday February 26 Finals: Bunzl, Joint Stock Company Kaspi.kz Interims: Renishaw, Tristel, Made Tech Group, Ensilica Tuesday February 27 Finals: Abrdn, Jyske Bank, Croda International, Unite, Smith & Nephew, Uniphar, Synectics Interims: Mcbride, Pci-pal Economic announcement: BRC shop price index Wednesday February 28 Finals: Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holding,...

Read more »

City centre businesses urged to get on board cargo bike scheme to help deliver a more sustainable future

February 23, 2024
By
City centre businesses urged to get on board cargo bike scheme to help deliver a more sustainable future

A cargo bike scheme has been launched in Bristol city centre to encourage businesses to stop using vans for local deliveries. The scheme, started by the Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) covering the city centre and Redcliffe & Temple areas, will provide subsidies to businesses that switch to using the...

Read more »

A lesson in representation for the TV industry as Bristol-filmed public school comedy draws on local talent

February 23, 2024
By
A lesson in representation for the TV industry as Bristol-filmed public school comedy draws on local talent

The production team behind a new Bristol-filmed BBC comedy-drama has praised the city for its commitment to representation and talent development on both sides of the camera. Boarders was filmed entirely in Bristol and the South West with support from Bristol Film Office last year. The six-part high energy...

Read more »

Young professionals’ group looking to make this year its most successful yet for fundraising

February 23, 2024
By
Young professionals’ group looking to make this year its most successful yet for fundraising

A Bristol informal networking organisation set up following drinks between friends in 2005 and which has grown to almost 2,000 members is celebrating another year of supporting good causes in the city. Bristol Young Professionals (BYP) has awarded grants totalling more than £37,000 since its launch. Now the group,...

Read more »

Bristol van leasing firm helps set highway surfacing contractor on the road to rapid growth

February 23, 2024
By
Bristol van leasing firm helps set highway surfacing contractor on the road to rapid growth

A highways surfacing firm has called in Bristol specialist vehicle leasing firm Vanaways to help it accelerate its impressive growth over the next decade. Founded in 2918, Trinity Surfacing reached an annual turnover of £16.8m in the 12 months to last July, with staff numbers growing to 70.  Now...

Read more »

Big rise in annual revenues at solar panel installation firm as spiralling electricity prices fuel take up

February 23, 2024
By
Big rise in annual revenues at solar panel installation firm as spiralling electricity prices fuel take up

Annual revenues at renewable energy specialist Solarsense have powered ahead by 40% as it enjoyed its busiest-ever year. The PV system design and installation firm, which was launched 30 years ago – well ahead of the renewable energy curve – said it had benefited from an eagerness among organisations...

Read more »

Capital move for expanding Bristol branding agency as it targets clients in London

February 23, 2024
By
Capital move for expanding Bristol branding agency as it targets clients in London

Bristol-based independent brand consultancy Mr B & Friends has officially opened for business in London and has already signed up its first client. The new base in the capital, the agency’s second, comes amid continued growth and plans for a US office later this year. Founded by CEO Simon...

Read more »

Funding boost for Japanese dumpling street food group with an appetite for growth

February 23, 2024
By
Funding boost for Japanese dumpling street food group with an appetite for growth

Fast-growing Bristol-based Japanese street food firm Eatchu has received a £100,000 investment to drive further expansion. The firm, best known for its gyoza, rice and noodles, secured the investment from alternative regional funder SWIG Finance to open its third venue on The Triangle in Clifton, pictured. Eatchu was launched...

Read more »

Green hydrogen plant opened to power West of England ahead in harnessing ‘fuel of the future’

February 22, 2024
By
Green hydrogen plant opened to power West of England ahead in harnessing ‘fuel of the future’

The West of England’s first green hydrogen production and storage plant has been officially opened, underpining the region’s status as a leader in research into what is widely regarded as the fuel of the future. The plant, at the state-of-the-art Institute for Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems (IAAPS) on the...

Read more »

Burges Salmon continues to promote from within by appointing five former trainees to partner

February 22, 2024
By
Burges Salmon continues to promote from within by appointing five former trainees to partner

Five lawyers at Bristol-headquartered national law firm Burges Salmon who trained with the firm and rose through its ranks have become partners. The firm said the promotions emphasised the progression of what it called its exceptional talent along with its ambitious strategy for growth across a number of key...

Read more »

Michelmores hosts event for female founders and angel investors ahead of International Women’s Day

February 22, 2024
By
Michelmores hosts event for female founders and angel investors ahead of International Women’s Day

Law firm Michelmores’ angel investor network is to stage an event in Bristol next week during which four female-founded businesses will be given the chance to pitch for investment. The event, on Tuesday 27 February, is also aimed at recruiting more female angel investors as well as helping accelerate the...

Read more »

FRP Bristol corporate finance team helps drive expansion for motor dealer with acquisition

February 22, 2024
By
FRP Bristol corporate finance team helps drive expansion for motor dealer with acquisition

The Bristol office of FRP Corporate Finance has advised on a deal that adds two new car dealerships to the one of the region’s largest motor group’s portfolio. The acquisition of Pebley Beach by Wiltshire-headquartered Platinum Motor Group means it now has outlets in Swindon and Cirencester alongside its...

Read more »

ADVERTISE HERE

Reach tens of thousands of senior business people across Bristol for just £120 a month. Email info@bristol-business.net for more information.