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Ruskin Displays a Different View

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Ruskin Gallery has undergone a comprehensive re-display, which sees a brand new selection of works on show, some of which have not been exhibited for many years.

Museums Sheffield in the Sun

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This summer, China comes to South Yorkshire as Museums Sheffield goes out on the road, bringing engaging displays and fun, free family activities to a neighbourhood near you!

Wednesday Night Live

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday 2nd July 2008
This evening sees John Lewis stage their first Fashion Consultation in the Winter Garden.

Icon Rita Britton praises Hallam students' creativity

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Internationally-renowned fashionista Rita Britton was in town to open Sheffield Hallam University's annual creative showcase for students at City Campus.

Ladies Night LIVE

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sex and the City style evening for Sheffield ladies… Special events, food, drinks and cocktail offers across Sheffield city centre!

CDI skills and recruitment survey

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Creativesheffield is currently undertaking an exercise to evaluate the skills and recruitment needs within the creative and digital industries in Sheffield.

Victorian repository set for sympathetic refurbishment

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A former Victorian furniture repository built by famous Sheffield retailer John Walsh is set for a sympathetic refurbishment to take it into the next century.

Get Knitted

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Get Knitted will explore the versatility of this now hip hobby in a brand new exhibition running from 2 July – 26 October 2008.

Broadway show marks iceSheffield's birthday

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

South Yorkshire's top skaters showcased their talents at a special event celebrating five years of success at Sheffield's leading ice venue

New flagship gym for SIV in Sheffield

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield International Venues strengthened its position as a leader in Britain’s health and fitness industry with the unveiling of its new flagship gym at Ponds Forge.

End of an era for Derek's years of restoration

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Thirteen years and £20m of restoration work on a former coke works in South Yorkshire is set to come to an end next month - with some real environmental enhancements gained.

New online forum lets local residents have their say

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A new online forum which will let residents have their say on the plans for a former coke works and mining site in South Yorkshire has been set up.

Blades' hotel taking shape

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield's joint biggest hotel took another step closer to its opening this week as developers took the wraps off its contemporary southeast facing elevation.

Breakfast Briefing

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As part of the Sheffield China Business Network, the Confucius Institute at the University of Sheffield in collaboration with the China-Britain Business Council are delighted to invite you to a breakfast briefing.

Mapping out city's global future at RE:Invention summit

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The lessons Sheffield can learn from its cosmopolitan peers and acknowledging the progress the city has already made were both on the agenda at the RE:Inventing the City - the International Business and Economy Summit 2008'.

Lindsay's Chamber arrival is quite an event

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A businesswoman with experience of international conference management is Sheffield Chamber of Commerce's new events team leader.

Britain’s Got Talent Bellydancer Sophie Mei Performs At Wednesday Night Live!

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sophie Mei, will be performing live in the Winter Gardens at 6pm and then again in Leopold Square at 8pm next Wednesday 25th June in aid of Wednesday Night Live.

SIV builds on healthy living boom

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Leading leisure operator Sheffield International Venues Ltd (SIV) has announced a record annual turnover of £21m.

Doc/Fest awarded £175,000 by UK Film Council

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield Doc/Fest has today been awarded £175,000 by the UK Film Council (UKFC) to help consolidate its position as a festival of national significance.

Road in running for design award

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A relief road built to help rejuvenate a South Yorkshire city has been put forward for a prestigious design award.

Instant answers at city's key business summit

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Delegates at Sheffield's international business and economy summit will be able to give instant feedback on key questions.

99% free recycling for Sheffield businesses

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

SR Recycling, a newly launched electronic and electrical waste recycling service for businesses says it can recycle over 99% of all waste it collects - and in 99% of cases won't charge businesses a penny.

The Brand Wagon

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Wednesday June 25
6:00 – 8:30pm
Cinema 3, The Showroom, Sheffield.

Abbeydale Cricket Festival

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Abbeydale Cricket Festival 17th - 23rd June 2008

Dormer staff given preview of new facility

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Staff at engineering giant Dormer Tools have been given a sneak preview of their state of the art facility at the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP).

Sheffield hosts first Retail and Regeneration Conference

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday 25 June, Sheffield will host the Retail and Regeneration conference, an event for retailers and regeneration professionals considering new places to invest.

Sheffield Springs to Life with Wednesday Night Live!

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In excess of forty businesses will be working together to open up the city on Wednesday evenings to encourage people to make the most of Sheffield city centre on those long summer evenings.

The Walnut Club wins 'Best Classic Venue'

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield's magnificent seven go for gold in Paralympic training guide

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Seven of Sheffield's top sporting venues have been put forward as possible Paralympic training camps for the London 2012 Games.

Two hundred years between them and still bags of taste

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The world-renowned South Yorkshire based Yorkshire Crisps Company has teamed up with Sheffield’s favourite brand, Henderson’s Relish, to launch the ultimate Yorkshireman’s crisp.

City on the right LINE

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is being targeted for growth by LINE Communications, the interactive learning and communications specialist.

RE:Inventing the City goes interactive

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Delegates attending the RE:Inventing the City event will have an interactive experience thanks to an innovative addition to this year's event.

Canada may use city for Olympic training

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Canadian athletes may be travelling to Sheffield to train ahead of the London Olympics in 2012 after team bosses were impressed by what they saw on a trip to South Yorkshire.

Sheffield Selling World’s Largest E-Learning Library and E-Learning Services Community To The World

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield, the e-learning capital of the UK, is now home to the world’s largest and most sophisticated library of e-learning materials.

Sheffield Management Lecture 2008

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

You are invited to attend this year's Sheffield Management Lecture on Wednesday 18 June.

London 2012 should follow Sheffield's lead

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

London 2012 should follow Sheffield's lead

Blades sign up Farnan to drive growth of international brand

Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A leading figure in international sports marketing who has been pivotal in the commercial success of Manchester United and the Jordan Formula 1 team has joined Sheffield United.

London theatre project puts tdc in spotlight

Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A creative specialist at Sheffield production company tdc has taken centre stage for the installation of a unique new London venue.

Retail and Regeneration in Sheffield

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Retail and Regeneration conference comes to Sheffield on 25th June 2008.

Retail and Regeneration is the first conference of its kind, highlighting the prospects for independent and high street retailers in the regeneration of Sheffield as a retail hub through new developments such as Sevenstone, Moor Sheffield and Meadowhall.

Sheffield: A Transforming City

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A report on the transformation of seven key European cities has hailed Sheffield as an ‘avant garde model of city reform’ due to its ‘totally new, partnership-based, private sector oriented approach’.

Innovation Day 2008

Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Medilink Yorkshire and Humber Innovation Day 2008 is a celebration of good ideas, giving you a chance to hear about some of the most innovative and fresh developments in your industry, and an opportunity to be updated on key healthcare sector issues.

Outokumpu will widen its Stainless Steel Long Products offering in Sheffield

Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As part of Outokumpu's strategy to increase its share of special
products, and sales to end-user and project customers, Outokumpu announces an investment in Long Products finishing facilities in Sheffield.

Sheffield pupils heading for Harvard after BiG win

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Excited pupils from Myers Grove School are looking forward to a five star trip to Harvard University in Boston USA after winning the top prize at the BiG Challenge awards.

Heath Lambert continues Sheffield expansion

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Heath Lambert Group has moved to new premises in Sheffield to make room for further expansion.

Blades support for China after earthquake

Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield United are today at the forefront of efforts to bring aid and relief to victims of the Chinese earthquake.

Businesses invited to join Wednesday Night Live!

Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

To celebrate the arrival of the Vivienne Westwood exhibition at the Millennium Galleries, and encourage people to make the most of Sheffield City centre on those long summer evenings, key city centre organisations are working together to open up the city on Wednesday evenings.

City centre's driving force

Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Some of the city's leading retail and commercial names have joined together to re-launch the City Centre Business Group (CCBG) in a bid to drive forward the development and regeneration of Sheffield.

The Independent: One Big Newspaper One Big Sponsor

Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Doc/Fest, the UK’s leading documentary film festival, is delighted to announce that it has agreed a deal with The Independent newspaper to become the presenting media sponsor for 2008. The event will now be known as, Sheffield Doc/Fest in association with The Independent.

Developers planning to make tower biggest building in city

Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Bosses at Velocity Estates this week plan to apply to increase the height of Velocity Tower from 22 storeys to a staggering 36 storeys instead.

The MP and the media man join summit line-up

Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg and GMTV Chairman Clive Jones CBE will address delegates at the 'RE:Inventing the City - The International Business and Economy Summit 2008' event.

Yorkshire lawyers steer through £12.6m merger of financial groups

Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield- Yorkshire lawyers have helped steer through the merger of two of the fastest growing groups within the independent financial advisory and wealth management sectors.

Westfield reveals excellent customer satisfaction rating

Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Westfield Health has achieved a place among the top organisations for customer satisfaction - for the second year running.

Paradise revealed in restaurant extension

Fri, 9 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Historical features of Sheffield's oldest square are being revealed as part of a development set to transform its future.

Sheffield students on Olympic adventure

Fri, 2 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Seven Sheffield students are off on an Olympic adventure this summer – working at the heart of the 2008 Beijing games.

Museums Sheffield: Weston Park Wins National Award

Fri, 2 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Museums Sheffield has great pleasure in announcing that Weston Park has won the Guardian Family Friendly Museum Award 2008.

10 top music venues in Sheffield

Fri, 2 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Relive rock history and catch new stars in the making with The Guardian's guide to the hottest music bars and clubs in the city of steel

Sheffield lawyer in 007 copyright case

Fri, 2 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A copyright case, surrounding British super spy James Bond, has come to a successful climax, thanks to Anna Deans, from Sheffield law firm HLW.

Young engineer launches stair aid

Thu, 1 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A young woman from Sheffield has turned a GCSE coursework project into an award-winning stair-climbing device for older and disabled people.

Is Sheffield the Most Musical City? Arts Council England launches vote to find the nation’s favourite

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield has been nominated by Arts Council England to compete for the title of ‘Most Musical City’.

X86 GreenServer Smashes Performance per Watt Barrier

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Eco computer manufacturer, VeryPC have launched the world's most energy efficient server called Janus II.

Architects get top marks for children’s centre design

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Leading South Yorkshire architects Race Cottam Associates have received top marks for their showpiece children’s centre design.

Blades reach regional business finals

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield United is the only football club in the country to be nominated as a regional finalist in the 2008 National Business Awards, sponsored by Orange.

Dormer pushing back tool development boundaries

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering giant Dormer Tools has outlined how its new site at the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) will help push the boundaries of tool development.

Success made in Sheffield

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Three Sheffield companies are attributing part of their success at an international trade show to their emphasis on the Made in Sheffield brand.

Jobs hope for Sheffield tool company

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

New jobs could be created at Sheffield cutting tool distributor Derek Walmsley & Co, following its acquisition by Danish group Unimerco.

Top Sheffield neurologist wins international award

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Top Sheffield neurologist Professor Pamela Shaw has received a major international award in recognition of her research into motor neurone disorders.

RE:turn of the Economic Summit

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

An Economic Summit with a new name, new speaker line-up and a new venue will return to Sheffield in June after a highly successful inaugural event last year.

Star of BBC show to address Medilink Y&H Innovation Day

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Chief Executive of Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust, Brian James, who featured in the BBC programme ‘Can Gerry Robinson fix the NHS?’; is to speak at the Medilink Yorkshire and Humber (Y&H) Innovation Day 2008 at The Royal Armouries, Leeds on June 5.

High-tech support for film festival screening

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

One of the finest productions of the silent film era has been brought to life by Sheffield audio visual specialist tdc.

BiG Board appoints 6th Form whiz kid

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

BiG-Make it your Business has recently appointed four new Board members.

Museums Sheffield National Metalwork Design Award: Short-list Announced

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The 12 finalists of the first Museums Sheffield National Metalwork Design Award have been chosen.

Proddow McKay Solicitor's take Sheffield 34

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The expanding Sheffield based office of Proddow McKay, Solicitors have re-located their local office out of the city centre to Sheffield 34 on Shepcote Lane, the former headquarters of Tinsley Wire Group (now Bekhaert Group).

Sheffield's commercial property sector 'buoyant'

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire and the North West will be the "next big thing" in the market for industrial and distribution space, according to property consultant Lambert Smith Hampton.

Sensoria Pro Industry Day

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Sensoria Pro Industry Day was a success, with music industry professionals offering insight into the business.

Sporting hat-trick for tdc

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield-based live event production company tdc has scored a hat-trick of sporting successes.

New multi-storey car park unveiled

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A multi-storey car park is due to be built on part of the site of the Assay Office on the edge of Sheffield city centre.

Rich promise from Chengdu links

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Cultural and educational links between Sheffield and the Chinese city of Chengdu may soon result in major education and training contracts for Sheffield-based organisations.

Search is on for Doc/Fest 2008

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield International Documentary Festival, the UK’s premier event for international documentary professionals, has started its search for films to showcase at this year’s festival.

Pete McKee gets rock star treatment

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Artist Pete McKee reveals 34 brand new paintings with a rock music theme.

Tinsley Towers cool collectibles

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield shoppers created a sell-out success when they snapped up mementos of a Sheffield landmark before it disappears forever.

Sheffield firm in £6.27m project

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Engineering expertise from Sheffield will help to recover nickel and copper ore from a Canadian mine that is part of one of the largest mining and refining operations on earth.

Stewards set to look after river

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Once blighted by industrial pollution, the River Don is now enjoying a renaissance – with fish and wildlife including herons, moorhens, dippers and kingfishers, recolonising the waterway through Sheffield.

PlusNet's Sheffield Internet team 'one of best-kept secrets'

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

PlusNet is one of Sheffield's best kept secrets, according to Neil Laycock. The Internet Service Provider's Sheffield-born chief executive is keen to see that change.

Orchard Square marks its 21st anniversary with huge revamp

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Work is well under way on the next phase of Orchard Square's redevelopment – ahead of its 21st birthday.

The race is on for Olympic success

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Over the next four years, athletes from around the world could be heading to Sheffield to train ahead of the 2012 Olympic Games in London, bringing millions of pounds to the area's economy.

Start-up project means big business in Sheffield

Tue, 8 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A drive to help people from Sheffield's poorest communities to set up their own businesses has achieved a series of successes.

MP: Let's back manufacturing

Tue, 8 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The scale, success and significance of South Yorkshire's manufacturing industry are clear signs that we should ditch out-dated perceptions that manufacturing is dirty, dangerous and dying.

Landmark Oneleven taking shape

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The first of the six floors and the new reception of a multi-million pound landmark development in the heart of Sheffield has been completed.

£50,000 loan puts TV signal specialist in the picture

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

South Yorkshire Investment Fund got a great reception when they provided a TV signal specialist with a £50,000 loan to support a change of overseas supplier ahead of the digital switchover.

SIV leads the way for excellence

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

SHEFFIELD International Venues (SIV) has become the only leisure services provider to operate three "excellent" registered facilities in the UK.

£1.5m deal for 146 more Sheffield riverside apartments

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Horbury Group has won two contracts more than £1.5 million in total for work on the Kelham Riverside development in Sheffield.

Downs Surgical reports Middle East market success

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield based Downs Surgical has reported a year of success in breaking into new medical equipment markets across the Middle East.

Former Dragon fires up business event

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

'Dragon' Rachel Elnaugh addresses guests at an 'Inspiring Women' event

Rare Creative Group among country's leading marketing agencies

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A Sheffield-based integrated marketing agency has been named as one of the best outside London.

State-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facility for South Yorkshire

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The administration of hospital drugs is set to be revolutionised by a new state-of-the-art facility in Yorkshire.

Dormer return a boost, say business leaders

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The return of one of South Yorkshire's best-known engineering names to the region has sparked delight from local business organisations.

Sheffield steel firm reveals plans for growth

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A 200-year-old Sheffield metal- basher is considering building a 15,000-tonne press - one of the world's biggest - to satisfy the demand for parts arising from the global renaissance in nuclear power.

Shine in the Medilink Healthcare Business Awards 2008

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In recognition of the outstanding business achievements of healthcare organisations across the Yorkshire and Humber
region, Medilink Yorkshire and Humber is delighted to announce its 2008 Healthcare Business Awards

Stephen Books place in Who's Who

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A Sheffield finance director has been officially recognised as being in the UK's top four per cent of eminent young business leaders under the age of 35.

Master Cutler's hospice challenge

Thu, 7 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Master Cutler Gordon Bridge is handing out thousands of pounds to companies from across the Sheffield region tonight – on the understanding that he wants it all back, with interest.

Sheffield designers create branding for new Sega action shooter

Tue, 5 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Game giant Sega has come to Sheffield for some creative inspiration. The Japanese company chose Sheffield-based creative agency Uber to create the image for its new third-person action shooter, The Club.

New technology puts paid to wrecked specs

Tue, 5 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A new process developed by engineers at Sheffield Hallam University is quietly revolutionising the durability of our everyday objects. Simple items such as a pair of spectacles or mobile phone can get the same treatment as a Formula One engine to extend their life indefinitely by receiving a special coating.

Sheffield Lawyers Celebrate Record Dealmaking Year

Fri, 1 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Corporate lawyers in the Sheffield office of DLA Piper are celebrating a record breaking year having completed over 50 deals worth more than £3.5 billion.

Knight Frank sees property slowdown as blessing in disguise.

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The slowdown of commercial property markets across Britain has raised caused for concern, but property specialist Knight Frank claims it may be a blessing in disguise for Sheffield.

More jobs as call centre firm expands

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Contact centre company Telecom Service Centres is planning to create more jobs and expand its Dearne Valley operations, after boosting profits from £3 million to £5.1 million

Exporting Business Advice for South Yorkshire Firms

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

'Successful Exporting' has been organised by South Yorkshire International Trade Centre (SYITC) and UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) at Hellaby Hall Hotel, Rotherham on February 5.

High demand for business start up pupils

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

179 teams from 18 schools and two colleges have entered the BiG Challenge and have been given £25 to start a business as the competition gets underway.

Release the potential of your people

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

'Release the Potential of your People' is a 'knowledge showcase' event offering you the chance to discover more about how areas such as HR, facilities management, occupational health, health and safety, and training can link together to impact on business success.

Universal reaching for top gear

Fri, 4 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A Sheffield wholesaler for the commercial vehicle industry has come out of reverse and is reaching for top gear.

Firm helps to seal card deal

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield law firm Keeble Hawson has advised Partnership Investment Finance on a £1 million equity investment in greeting card company Riverdale Publishing.

Most improved cities are in the North

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Many of the cities with the most improved economies over the past decade are in the north, an analysis by the Centre for Cities think-tank shows.

Architects have designs on future after management buyout

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

One of the largest architectural practices in Yorkshire has designs on even greater success following a management buyout.

Forgemasters strikes Brazil oil platform deal

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield Forgemasters' has clinched its first major offshore contract in Brazil.

£21m investment in St Paul's project

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Investors have paid £21.55 million for a car park, casino and shop unit, which is currently being built as part of the prestigious St Paul's Place development in the heart of Sheffield.

Overseas growth wins prize for Gripple

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Gripple, the Sheffield-based wire joining and tensioning device manufacturer, has won the Achievement in International Business award at the British Chambers of Commerce annual awards.

Sheffield University awarded £2.8m

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The UK Medical Research Council (MRC) has awarded Sheffield University £2.8m to support research into the genetic basis of a range of human illnesses.

Innovators wooing investors

Wed, 5 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A total of 280 applications were received by organisers of The BiG Idea competition, with a total of £100,000 investment to be won.

Sheffield University Sustainable Business Program

Wed, 5 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Sheffield has set up a new programme of study in their Management School to help businesses to gain a more in-depth understanding of the challenges and benefits of sustainable development.

Company of Year for AES

Tue, 4 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

AES Engineering has been named Company of the Year at the CBI's annual Growing Business Awards.

Sheffield Technology Parks winner of Business Incubator of the year

Mon, 3 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield Technology Parks has been announced as the winner of UKBI's Established Business Incubator of the Year 2007. The awards have taken place at the annual UKBI Conference in Brighton.

Skill showcase takes to road

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

There's a new MANTRA in engineering – and it's helping UK firms benefit from the Sheffield City Region's advanced manufacturing expertise and technology.

Consultancy group opens office in city

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Consultancy group White Young Green has opened an office in Sheffield, close to the Parkway and the Advanced Manufacturing Park.

'Time to strip away the old school snobbishness'

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is more alive now with good places to eat than at any time in the last 20 years.

'Green' power plant set to open

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Green energy expert ITM Power has signed a groundbreaking agreement with aerospace giant Boeing.

Business buildings urged to go ict active

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A new accreditation scheme is being piloted in South Yorkshire which will help make the region’s business premises stand out from the rest of the country’s.

Master Cutler asks for partnership approach

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The manufacturing industry and the professional sector must work together to complement and strengthen each other, according to Master Cutler Gordon Bridge.

Firm Foundation moving education and business Forward

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A steering group made up of representatives from higher education and business is behind a drive in South Yorkshire to narrow the skills gap in SME enterprises.

Bright future for Yorkshire Building Society partnership

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Sheffield finance company has secured a partnership with one of Britain's largest and most successful building societies.

Caterpillar contract complete

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Marking equipment specialist Pryor Marking Technology has completed a prestigious contract to supply advanced technology to Caterpillar plants around the world.

The University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre with Boeing wins the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Education

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre with Boeing has won national recognition by winning the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education which commends ‘outstanding achievement at a world-class level’.

Japan contract boost for Siemens

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Siemens Vai has scored a major breakthrough in Japan as part of a series of successes in the Far East.

Sheffield company at forefront of apprenticeship drive

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Forgemasters, having survived near closure due to £16m flood damage has record number of apprentices as part of the Government's bid to encourage work-based training in the UK.

Opinions aplenty at Sheffield TV fest

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Documentary pitches makes for lively event at Sheffield's International Doc/Fest

Firms link to sell injector worldwide

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Innovative medical products group Medical House has joined forces with one of the world's leading advanced medical technologies companies to promote a revolutionary disposable injection system, developed in Sheffield.

Knight Frank to switch on business to Digital Campus

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Knight Frank will offer SMEs in the niche digital industries sector the chance to take residence in a brand new business district in Sheffield.

BiG push in local communities

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

More residents in Sheffield’s deprived areas could soon be setting up and running their own businesses, thanks to a new initiative to encourage entrepreneurial spirit among people in Sheffield’s poorest neighbourhoods.

Core Cities Summit 2007

Mon, 5 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Core CIties summit will take place on the 7th and 8th November, 2007 in Nottingham.

£1.3m project follows University delegation to Singapore

Mon, 5 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A hi-tech trade trip to Singapore has paid major dividends for Sheffield University's Kroto Innovation Centre.

PC innovators playing it cool

Mon, 5 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Sheffield company has been short-listed for a prestigious computer industry award, competing against Dell and Fujitsu.

First flush of entries for the BIG Idea prize

Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Landmark square sites snapped up

Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Ask Developments' £25 million landmark leisure sch-eme, Leopold Square, is now almost fully let.

Invention with a lotta bottle

Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A revolutionary system, developed by Sheffield company Loadhog, which could save the glass bottling industry millions of pounds a year, has been named Yorkshire Innovation of the Year.

Sheffield agencies to create identity for Electric Works digital centre

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Creative agencies Rocket and Peter & Paul have been appointed to create a new identity and web presence for the landmark Electric Works digital media centre in Sheffield.

UK surgeons aim to show they are a cut above the rest in international competition

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

UK surgeons and scientists are being encouraged to enter a global competition, launched by B.Braun, to discover new materials and techniques which could lead to cutting edge advances in wound closure.

Made in Sheffield Tag for futuristic sandwich bar

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Premium sandwich retailer Pret a Manger is launching its first on-street kiosk which has been produced by Attercliffe based SRL Countertech and which will carry the Made in Sheffield Mark.

B.Braun spearhead computer aided knee surgery

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield based B.Braun is spearheading the development of computer-aided knee surgery in the UK.

Sheffield Business Awards shortlist revealed!

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The shortlist for this year's Sheffield Business Awards has been revealed, featuring large and small businesses from a range of sectors.

Sheffield City Region Property Seminar

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Seminar set to be held for Sheffield City Region property professionals at Mercure St Pauls.

DLA PIPER HELPS BUILD CONSTRUCTION TRAINING POLICY AND STRATEGY

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Senior policymakers and practitioners in the fields of construction training will debate policy, future direction, new partnership opportunities and best practice at a national conference in Sheffield.

'Young gun' Steve's award

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield-based entrepreneur Steve Andrews has been named one of the UK's brightest young businesspeople by Growing Business magazine.

Connect Yorkshire endorsed by Lord Sainsbury

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Connect Yorkshire's business model, that brings investors together with young science and technology companies, has been strongly recommended by Lord Sainsbury in his recent review of Government science and innovation policies.

The best start for new businesses in Sheffield

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield Technology Parks (STP) is officially one of the best places in the country to start a business.

Sumo to make new Sega tennis title

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sumo Digital in charge of new game which features iconic characters from Sega's back catalogue.

Financial & Legal Services Business Visit to Dubai

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dubai has a growing reputation as an international financial centre with a track record of innovative high profile projects to attract business to the region. Pro Sheffield and Leeds Financial Services Initiative have worked together with UK Trade & Investment to develop a business visit to Dubai from 16th - 21st February 2008.

Sheffield shines in Daily Telegraph property list

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Daily Telegraph have put together a list of growing towns that are ripe for investment, and Sheffield takes top place.

New £11m headquarters for Passenger Transport group

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Authority has bought an £11 million, five-storey office block in Sheffield City Centre, which will become the new headquarters for the county's Passenger Transport Executive.

Duke of Kent visits Sheffield health care company

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The efforts of Sheffield-based B. Braun Medical to fight MRSA and other hospital acquired infections has been showcased to HRH The Duke of Kent.

Investment in hi-tech clusters is paying off

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Attempts to transform South Yorkshire's economy by focusing on the development of hi-tech clusters are paying off, says the European Union-funded Objective 1 regeneration programme.

Chip off the old block...

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Jennic, the Sheffield-based semiconductor chip designer has named the Advanced Digital Institute as one of its accredited development partners.

Wired up for £2.4m project

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Sheffield firm, which started out providing internet services for a city business park ten years ago, has won a contract to create a pioneering data centre serving the whole of South Yorkshire.

£100,000 investment in 3D ad firm expansion

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Newsplus Media Technologies, based at Omega Court, in Sheffield is planning to use a £100,000 injection from South Yorkshire Investment Fund’s Seedcorn Fund to develop new aspects of its cutting edge technology.

Firm is going with the flow

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield company, Flow Group, has acquired butterfly valve specialist Leeds Valve.

DLA Piper joins Kevin Spacey, PD James and Moira Stuart as Clarion Award Winners

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield’s groundbreaking ‘Cooling The Planet’ climate change conference has scooped a prestigious national award.

Funding Opportunities and Support for SMEs

Fri, 5 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Regional Development Agency, Yorkshire Forward operate a Grant for Research and Development Scheme (formerly SMART) and are hosting a briefing session on this scheme and other technology subjects at the Hilton Hotel, Sheffield on 17 October 2007.

Chinese business advice to 'takeaway'

Fri, 5 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The South Yorkshire International Trade Centre (SYITC) is offering businesses a taste of the Orient at a special event designed to increase knowledge of working with China.

The New Media Revolution and You

Fri, 5 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

An inspirational talk by Shaun Gregory, Director of New Media at Telegraph Media Group about the continuing online revolution.

Businesses welcome hotel's shape of things to come

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Business and tourism chiefs have welcomed plans for Sheffield's first five-star hotel on the banks of the River Don.

Iconic Entrepreneur launches new initiative to boost city's business opportunities

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield’s entrepreneurs and local businesses urged to get behind the city’s enterprise agenda so it can maximise the opportunities that lie ahead

One more week to flex those business muscles!

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield businesses have been given an extra week to put themselves forward for the city's biggest business awards evening.

One more week to flex business muscles!

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield businesses have been given an extra week to put themselves forward for the city's biggest business awards evening.

Starter for success - Inspirational women's launch

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A new Sheffield business group, 'Inspiring Women' is aimed at improving ratios of businesswomen and increasing their development and acheivement in the city.

Innovate - Taking a Fresh Perspective on Business

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Sheffield is holding an open event for innovative organisations that are interested in discovering new ways of enriching their business.

Sheffield Lawyer brings climate change expertise to Asian energy conference

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

High powered Sheffield environmental lawyer Teresa Hitchcock has delivered a keynote address to Asian energy industry bosses at a major conference in Thailand.

Turton Springs anchored in new engineering deal

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield-based Turton Springs, which has customers including Rolls-Royce and Bentley, has bought a business which supplies anchors for oil rigs damaged by hurricanes.

B.Braun Avitum expand with new renal dialysis products

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield-based B. Braun Avitum Ltd, part of the B. Braun group in the UK, has launched a major expansion programme with a new range of kidney dialysis products.

City Helps Launch National Report

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield has helped launch a national business publication aimed at contributing to the debate on city and city-region economic development.

Sheffield insulation firm warms to record profits

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

SIG, the Sheffield-based insulating materials and construction products group, has increased its interim dividend by almost 30 per cent after announcing record profits and acquisitions for the six months to the end of June.

Smaller firms in South Yorkshire to get help in making the most of IT

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A service to help smaller firms increase their productivity and competitiveness through technology has been launched in South Yorkshire today by e-skills UK, Yorkshire Forward and Business Link.

Top Sheffield Company moves to new home in Business Park

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

One of the region's leading companies has moved into a state-of-the-art, purpose-built headquarters on Sheffield Business Park.

Digital Development Conglomerate buy Sheffield Studio 'Sumo Digital'

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Development Company, Foundation 9 Entertainment has bought Sheffield-based developer Sumo Digital as it's first studio outside North America.

Bid to forge stronger link with China

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

South Yorkshire companies are being given the opportunity to forge strong business links in the most active economic area of China.

Sheffield Lawyers help ZOO Digital hit Hollywood Market

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield lawyers have brokered the strategic acquisition of an American DVD production company for the ZOO Digital Group.

Wind behind Boots as profits soar

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield construction group, Henry Boot has boosted dividends on the back of a huge increase in profits.

Engineering firm receives overseas lift

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Davy Markham, the Sheffield heavy engineering company, has won its third overseas order in recent months.

Sheffield connectivity 'rivals the best facilities in the UK.'

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield based Internet and connectivity provider, Metrona is working to bring more capacity to local businesses by connecting the city with national internet hubs.

New invention up our sleeve

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Sheffield company has unveiled what is claimed to be unique printing technology that allows clients to transfer large or small images to textiles.

Investment means expansion deal is all wrapped up.

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Investment is paying dividends for William Beckett Plastics, the Sheffield-based firm which makes specialist plastic packaging for the world's cutting tool industry.

Shops owners upbeat forecast

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

MEADOWHALL owner British Land says it is continuing to look for investors willing to buy part of its stake in the 1.5 million square foot shopping complex.

£1m for firm to expand further

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Independent Forgings and Alloys has launched a £1 million plan to install new furnaces which are twice as big as its existing facilities, after investing £2 million in the first fully integrated forge to be built in the UK for 25 years.

Forgemasters roll into Russia.

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

SHEFFIELD Forgemasters International has become the largest supplier of steel rolls to Russia

Planning and Implementing Services Event

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Creative Sheffield are involved in a Planning and Implementing Shared Services event to be held in London in September.

Boeing's pride for Sheffield

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield plays an important role in manufacturing the future of air travel with their internationally acclaimed Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre.

Outside Investors Buy Into Sheffield Story

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Property investors from across the country are snapping up quality buildings as the city continues its regeneration programme at speed.

Sheffield Hallam joins UK 'Game Academy'

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield Hallam University has teamed up with Hull and Bradford to create what they say is an answer to the UK's talent drought - the Game Republic Academy.

Yorkshire Science and Technology Network host "How to Design Your Bottom Line".

Thu, 9 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

“How to Design Your Bottom Line” is a networking event organised by Yorkshire Science and Technology Network. Speakers Clive Grinyer, Director of Design at Orange France Telecom and Jonathon Sands, Chairman of Elmwood will help to explain the importance of design for businesses.

Sheffield excited about bid for hi-tech energy institute

Tue, 7 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield University is upbeat about its bid to bring a multimillion pound government energy and environmental research institute to the area.

Laver invests in Sheffield

Tue, 7 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Arnold Laver Group has announced that it is to open a new 60,000ft² depot in Sheffield as part of its commitment to maintain and strengthen its presence in the city.

Zoo's US acquisition opens up new DVD markets

Wed, 1 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield based company ZOO Digital, is set to buy a US authoring company that works for leading Hollywood studios creating DVD packages of films and TV programmes.

UK First for Titanium Industry at the AMP

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Representatives from world-leading companies including; Airbus, Rolls-Royce Aerospace and TIMET are to speak at a major Titanium Symposium to be held at the Advanced Manufacturing Park this autumn.

Investor makes second purchase at Sheffield Business Park

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A South Yorkshire investor who bought premises at Sheffield Business Park last year has returned to snap up a second unit.

JRI and Sheffield – moving forward together

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

At a time when many of the country’s manufacturing companies are relocating overseas, orthopaedic implant and instrument manufacturing specialists, JRI, are set to launch a new £6 million world-leading facility.

Metal designers galvanized into action for Sheffield Festival

Sat, 14 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

GALVANIZE is a new annual festival which will take place in Sheffield - a city built on metal craft, innovation and industry. Galvanize is a celebration of contemporary metal design which gives an insight into the city's vibrant metalwork creative industry.

Car sharing a real option for business park workers

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Workers at Sheffield Business Park are being urged to get on their bikes – or share their cars with colleagues.

Sheffield one of top places to set up firms

Thu, 5 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield, Leeds and Bradford have bucked a regional trend which has seen the number of new businesses fall by more than a tenth during the first quarter of the year.

Number One for city regeneration

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The agency responsible for regenerating Sheffield City Centre has been given top marks in a major study published by leading international researchers

£1million for Yorkshire businesses hit by floods

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire Forward is investing up to £1 million recovery funding to help businesses in Yorkshire that have been affected by flooding.

Bolly good show as movie awards earn us millions

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Film spectacular brings a fortune in media cover

b.TWEEN is back!

Fri, 8 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield based Just-b. Productions brings another round of information, inspiration and cross-platform collaboration with the return of b.TWEEN Interactive Media Forum (14-15 June 2007).

Eurostar services link Sheffield to Continent

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

EUROSTAR, the high-speed passenger train operator, is set to boost travel between the UK regions and France and Belgium when it launches services from St Pancras International on 14 November - providing faster, more convenient journeys to the continent.

Balls of Steel

Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

While Sheffield’s past was built on heavy industry, its future is being fuelled by a more creative force. As the city continues its regeneration, The Drum discovers how the thriving creative scene is developing.

Fujitsu Siemens Computers makes high-tech home at Sheffield Business Park

Fri, 18 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Expanding high-tech company Fujitsu Siemens Computers IT Product Services Ltd has moved its Sheffield operations centre from the city centre to state-of-the-art premises at Sheffield Business Park.

Gleeson extends regional HQ at Sheffield Business Park

Fri, 18 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Housing developer Gleeson has doubled the size of its regional headquarters at Sheffield Business Park.

Home in sight for Energy Technologies Institute

Mon, 14 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Short list announced for clean energy innovation centre

Sheffield's Management School joins global elite

Mon, 14 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Sheffield's Management School has been officially recognised for its world-class postgraduate management education programme, after receiving accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA).

Tranforming City's Future

Sat, 14 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Economic master plan is a first for our city

Sheffield Wooing Investors

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is stepping up its bid to win recognition and inward investment from across the world on the back of its biggest involvement yet in the MIPIM international property conference in the South of France.

Sports centre to get 3 million face lift

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield’s Ponds Forge International Sports Centre is to received a £3m refurbishment to improve facilities

Airport Sees Rise in Holiday Passengers

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

More than 10,600 passengers travelled through Robin Hood Airport in Doncaster over the Easter weekend.

Using the Strong Sheffield Brand

Fri, 6 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield’s first ever Economic Summit provided a searching analysis of the city’s regions burgeoning profile and it’s capacity for a dynamic role in the wider global marketplace. Sheffield Property and Regeneration Committee (SPARC) members, regional director of Wardell Armstrong Nick Tovey and co-founder of Bond Bryan architects Jon Bond, provide reflection on the landmark event.

University Set To Unveil New Learning Experience

Fri, 6 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

One of the new focal points of the Sheffield University campus will open its doors for the first time to staff and students.

UK Paying the Price of Neglect

Mon, 2 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Britain is giving up the key to its economic future by neglecting manufacturing, former CBI director general Sir John Banham warned delegates attending the Sheffield Economic Summit.

Kerslake Claims City's Economy Will Still Be Changing In The Future

Mon, 2 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Major change will continue to be a future of the Sheffield economy for years to come, according to City Council chief executive Sir Bob Kerslake.

Hodge in the Limelight with City Challenge

Mon, 2 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Industry Minister Margaret Hodge has challenged Sheffield and South Yorkshire to build on the economic success of recent years by boosting innovation, enterprise, skills and links between business and education.

City Plays Part in Global Law Success

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Yorkshire offices of law firm DLA Piper have enjoyed a record-breaking year bringing in revenue of more than £61m during 2006.

Top Development Team to Head Revival of City Economy

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This is the team with the job of helping to steer the economic revival of Sheffield. Five directors have been appointed to Creative Sheffield, the UK’s first city development company, which officially picks up the baton from 1 April

First Managers Appointed at Sheffield Digital Campus

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The development of Sheffield Digital Campus has reached a significant landmark due to the appointment of managers of the first building to be constructed.

City's First 'Economic Summit' Proves a Hit

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The first ‘economic summit’ to be held in Sheffield has been hailed as a success, with organisers planning to repeat the event next year.

Economic Summit

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield staged its first economic summit yesterday.

Promoting Sheffield's Artistic Side

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Artists from Sheffield will be able to secure international exposure at two prestigious events thanks to an initiative involving city-based world beating design group, The Designers Republic and Sheffield Contemporary Art Forum.

Cars Spectacular Celebrating New Life For The Moor

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Plea for classic and unusual motors on display

Team Putting City on Map in a Weekend

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Volunteers use new technology to plot Sheffield.

Promotion Team Moves to New Office in City

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Pro-South Yorkshire, the organisation set up to promote the wide range of professional services available to any organisation doing business in, or from South Yorkshire, has moved to new offices in St James Row, Sheffield.

Beautiful for Business

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield’s beautiful countryside makes it the perfect place for new businesses to relocate, a Government minister said today.

Engineering giants have that £14m Future look

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The days when engineering was all about rags and spanners are long gone.

Sheffield to host 2011 School Games

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is to host the prestigious UK School Games in 2011, the Government announced today.

New service aids access to €53 billion R&D funding pot

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A new service is being launched to help organisations in Yorkshire & Humber tap into a €53 billion funding pot for research and development.

Expanding Developers Double Size of their HQ

Mon, 5 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Housing developer Gleeson has doubled the size of its regional headquarters at Sheffield Business Park.

Sheffield on shortlist for 2010

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is one of the three cities in the running to host the 2010 IPC Swimming World Championships.

Major Corporations Visit Sheffield’s Sporting Facilities

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Executives from some of Europe’s largest companies are in Sheffield today (Thursday 22 Feb 07) to view the city’s sporting venues where the 2007 UK Corporate Games will be staged this summer.

Hospital Accredited as a Centre of Excellence

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Patients from across the country suffering from an incurable neurological disorder will get better care at a new accredited centre for excellence in South Yorkshire.

Show goes on for city's top venues

Fri, 9 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Crucible Theatre may be about to undergo a multi-million pound refurbishment project but, for the time being at least, it’s a case of the show will go on!

Al Gore Hails Sheffield's Vision In Fight To Curb Climate Change

Thu, 8 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Former US vice-president turned environmental campaigner Al Gore brought his message on climate change to one of Britain’s greenest cities yesterday as Sheffield hosted a major international conference in the dangers facing the planet.

Al Gore brings his 'inconvenient truth' to climate debate

Fri, 2 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield will be at the centre of the international debate on global warming next week when former US Vice President Al Gore makes the keynote address at a conference in the city.

City Chosen for 'Green' Factory

Fri, 2 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield has been chosen as the site for the world’s first factory to make products employing revolutionary green energy technology, which will combat global warming.

Former Office World Site To Become Office and Hotel

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield City Council has given planning permission for a major new hotel and office complex to be built on the former Office World site at Furnival Square, in the city centre.

900 staff switch to new HQ

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Nine hundred civil servants in Sheffield are to be relocated from the Moorfoot to a new headquarters in the city centre.

Economic Summit to Point Way Forward

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Plans for a landmark economic summit, looking at Sheffield’s role within the regional economy and its capacity for international trade have been unveiled by the city’s Chamber of Commerce at it’s annual dinner.

Crucible Drama, Act 1

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This is how Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre will look in two years following a major £12.5 million refurbishment project that will definitely begin this Spring.

Building an Image of World Leader

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

David Fletcher, interim marketing director at Creative Sheffield, looks at how the city’s image is vital to the future success of the local economy.

City Fought Back From Jobs Gloom

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The fact that Sheffield’s unemployment figure is back on par with the national average signifies that the city has recovered from the economic shocks that hit in the 1980s and the 1990s.

England's Greenest City Opens Green Distribution/Warehouse Facility

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield – officially recognised as the UK’s greenest city – has seen the opening of one of the country’s first green warehousing facilities. The Blade distribution site is adjacent to the M1 and was built by logistics sector specialists Gazeley Properties.

EIS-Sheffield selected to stage snooker world qualifier

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Thirty two of the world’s top snooker players will be dreaming of Crucible glory when they play in the final qualifying round of the 888.com World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.

Sheffield Cements Position as the Global Home of Snooker

Wed, 27 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Creative Sheffield, the new City Development Company, has launched a snooker-related brand to strengthen further the city’s already strong links with the sport.

Sheffield First for Investment Ranked As World Number One Inward Investment Agency

Wed, 6 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield First for Investment (SF4I), the City Council’s inward investment agency, has today been ranked as the Number One agency in the world for its work in attracting investment to the region, according to the 2006 world rankings report from research and investment strategy company GDP Global.

Property Sector Builds Experts' Forum

Fri, 1 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

David Fletcher, interim marketing director at Creative Sheffield and a member of Sheffield Chamber of Commerce's SPARC committee, comments on a new initiative to ensure the city as a whole benefits from the experience and expertise of major players within the property sector.

All systems go at Smithy Wood

Fri, 1 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

St Pauls Developments plc has commenced construction on the massive 50 acre Smithy Wood Business Park at J35 on the M1 motorway in Sheffield. The site is set to house 100,000 sq ft of high specification office space and over 800,000 sq ft of prime industrial space. The site is a combination of ownerships comprising Norfolk Estates, Yorkshire Forward / English Partnership and St Pauls Developments.

Deadline Looms for Companies Seeking Investment Assistance

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Companies in parts of South Yorkshire have been given until the end of November to submit applications for investment grants because a number of wards will soon no longer qualify for assistance. They are being encouraged to contact Sheffield First for Investment for advice on making quick and effective applications

Sir Jackie Stewart launches ITC Building

Thu, 2 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Yorkshire Forward’s Innovation Technology Centre (ITC), the latest development on the Advanced Manufacturing Park, was officially opened today by triple Formula 1 champion, Sir Jackie Stewart, OBE.

500 Construction Jobs Created for Adult Trainees in South Yorkshire

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A £14 million programme to recruit 500 adults and train them in a construction trade has been launched in Sheffield, Rotherham and Doncaster. Construction JOBMatch South Yorkshire aims to tackle serious shortages of skilled labour in the local construction sector by employing and training people who are not traditionally considered for careers in construction.

Green energy link-up

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A South Yorkshire-based business incubator, set up to help embryonic green energy businesses to develop their products, has signed a pioneering agreement with Britain's biggest business incubation services specialist.

Sheffield To Host 2007 UK Corporate Games Bringing 6,000 Competitors To The City

Fri, 6 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is to host the 2007 UK Corporate Games, the largest sporting event for businesses in Europe, bringing around 6,000 participants to the city and an expected boost to the local economy of over £2 million over one weekend in the summer of 2007.

Sheffield regains cutting edge

Sun, 17 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Royal Visit Marks Official Academy Opening

Thu, 14 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Their Royal Highnesses the Earl and Countess of Wessex officially opened the World Snooker Academy in Sheffield today.

Is Sheffield Britain's most cutting edge city?

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Its industrial heart ripped out, for years Steel City watched as neighbouring Manchester and Leeds sped ahead. But now, chosen to represent Britain at the Venice Biennale, has Sheffield's time come?

Sheffield ranked as one of the top universities in the World

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Sheffield has been named as one of the world´s top universities in two separate global rankings published recently.

Steeled for a fabulous future?

Tue, 5 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is being sold as Britain’s architectural jewel in Venice. Why? Our correspondent explains.

City-Based Consortium Invests £1 Million In Low Carbon Energy Technology Incubator

Mon, 4 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A City-based consortium has invested £1 million in South Yorkshire-based LIFE IC Limited (‘LIFE’), the alternative energy incubator, buying 40% of the company with the opportunity to invest further in emerging companies that benefit from LIFE’s business process.

Lost and foundry

Fri, 1 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A former steelworks is still the hottest industrial site in South Yorkshire. Anna Goldie reports

Seminars on improving profitability in small and mid-size businesses

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Mamut Business Software, sponsors of the Mamut English Open Squash Championships, and in association with Sheffield First for Investment and Hawsons Chartered Accountants, are running FREE seminars for small businesses in the Sheffield region.

MIPIM 2006

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Although MIPIM, the annual Cannes-based business event, is firmly established as the world’s leading property marketplace, Sheffield has always been under-represented…until now.

Sheffield On Casino Shortlist

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The recent announcement of the Government’s casino shortlist saw Sheffield amongst the eight cities named, reflecting the strong interest in Sheffield from within the casino sector.

Little Chef, Big Move

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield First For Investment’s JOBMatch service played an integral role in enabling Little Chef to relocate its HQ from Luton to Sheffield by securing personnel for critical managerial roles in double quick time.

OMIS Rates Sheffield Highly

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The latest league tables from this highly-respected research company reflect the huge leaps forward Sheffield has made in terms of visibility, perception and recognition as a great place to live and work.

Property Sector Focuses on Sheffield

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Leading experts within the UK property market are firmly targeting Sheffield as a hot prospect following the return of speculative developments to the city: the latest opinion polls and tables rank the city 12th in the league of European office market strength and the city is rated Number One for contact centres.

AMP Update

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Nick Smillie, Business Development Manager for the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) on secondment from Sheffield First for Investment, was pleased to see the interest prompted by the AMP Briefing Event on 19th May.

SF4I News - Ann Glews Joins Investment Team

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

SF4I’s new Investment Manager Ann Glews joined the investment team in July from Barnsley Development Agency. Ann, who also spent six years with HSBC and has a BSc in Financial Services, is the latest recruit to the client-focused team serving the Business Services sector.

Investment agency wins high praise

Fri, 4 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Inward Investment agency Sheffield First for Investment has won the praises of researchers who advise governments and companies around the world.