Daily Staffordshire Business News

Steelite returns to profit as turnover jumps to £119m

Global pottery firm Steelite International has reported a strong 22% rise in turnover in its latest financial results, while cautioning that trading conditions remain challenging amid ongoing economic pressures.

Book giant Waterstones to open at Trentham

Waterstones is to open a store at the Trentham Estate before the end of the year.

Tara Group targets growth with new strategic land business

Tara Group has launched a strategic land promotion business with around 150 acres of sites already under consideration for development.

Year-round business support initiative launched in Newcastle-under-Lyme

The brand behind Newcastle-under-Lyme’s popular business festivals has been extended into a year-round initiative that will support local companies and residents.

Businesses urged to back local causes at 60-second pitch event

Staffordshire businesses can meet local charities and care organisations seeking support at a free speed pitch event next month – with each cause given just

Industry

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Keele steps up innovation drive with new advanced materials and AI centres

JCB order puts Potteries-made fine china on the global stage

Government officials tour Staffordshire factories to shape £120m ceramics support

Innovation

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JCB smashes world record with 406mph hydrogen-powered car

Digital innovation targets hospitality allergen challenge

Digital

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ClickThrough creates two senior roles as agency expands its offer

A Lichfield-based marketing agency has strengthened its senior leadership team by creating two new managing director roles.

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Keele steps up innovation drive with new advanced materials and AI centres

Keele University has launched two new research centres focused on advanced materials and artificial intelligence, strengthening its links with industry and international partners.

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Financial

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‘Positive injection’ for housing market as Tamworth builder backs new scheme

Tamworth‑based housebuilder The Owl Group has welcomed the launch of a new

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Longton Banking Hub to bring face-to-face banking back to town

Work is set to begin on Longton’s new Banking Hub after hundreds

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Education & Training

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Staffordshire colleges welcome vocational GCSE plans and work experience drive

NSCG selected as one of nine national hubs for technical education

Staffordshire employers invited to shape region’s future skills priorities

Keele steps up innovation drive with new advanced materials and AI centres

Lifestyle & Leisure

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Book giant Waterstones to open at Trentham

Waterstones is to open a store at the Trentham Estate before the end of the year.

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Staffordshire’s visitor attractions win praise from national tourism chiefs

National tourism chiefs have praised Staffordshire’s visitor attractions after touring some of the county’s leading heritage and leisure destinations.

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