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Work begins on £61m expansion of NETPark

Work begins on £61m expansion of NETPark

Work is underway on the £61m expansion of one of the UK’s premier science parks following the appointment of a contractor. Led by Durham County Council, the development of phase three of The North East Technology Park (NETPark) at Sedgefield has begun, after Kier was...

UMi begins new era with office move

UMi begins new era with office move

Following significant investment to bring the 10,000 sq. ft. premises up to the highest environmental and sustainability standards, Durham-based B Corp certified business UMi have now moved into their new office space at Navigators Point. The office space, based in...

New business unit for growing Seaham company

New business unit for growing Seaham company

Improving capabilities is an ongoing priority at CustomerKNECT and to support this the company has opened a new business unit within its existing premises in Seaham. The ‘Managed Services’ business unit is situated within the 140,000 sq ft main facility at Foxcover...

New business village for Peterlee takes shape

New business village for Peterlee takes shape

A new modern business village based on the success of a previous one in Cramlington is taking shape in County Durham. Endeavour Village Peterlee is a business community where highbrid units are offered that are totally flexible, energy-efficient, low start-up cost...

Jade Business Park expansion plans approved

Jade Business Park expansion plans approved

Plans to expand a business park which will provide new investment and jobs have been approved. Jade Business Park, in Murton, is owned and run by Durham County Council after being created in 2020. Its seven units currently employ 160 people, with this number expected...

Read East Durham Business magazine online

Read East Durham Business magazine online

Don't forget you can read Issue 8 of East Durham Business magazine in full online. Issue 8 is packed with features and news updates from businesses and organisations around the region including: Clear Climate Sotech Seaham Hall Hotel The North East BIC East Durham...