Business Durham

World of Rides unveils new self-drive boats for leisure attractions World of Rides, based at the Drum Industrial Estate in Chester-le-Street, has launched its latest product – a battery-powered self-drive boat designed for leisure and tourism use. Read more > https://lnkd.in/epHp7qqJ

Millions invested into towns and villages in County Durham A £25 million scheme to transform towns and villages across County Durham is going from strength-to-strength, with more than £13 million invested and many more exciting projects in the pipeline. Read more > https://lnkd.in/eJ8CyiJb

🚨 Vacancies Available! 🚨 Stainton Grove Industrial Estate in Barnard Castle has industrial units ready for your business! Perfect location, modern facilities, and access to business support from Business Durham 📍 Check out more: <https://bit.ly/4cXqNWu>

Navigating International Trade with NECC: Key Resources for Exporting from the North East As Business Durham champions exporting this month, the North East Chamber of Commerce (NECC) offers the support needed to guide North East businesses through international trade—from documentation to strategic connections worldwide. Read more > https://lnkd.in/esCbSDrx

New £5m research centre to support North East England’s growing space industry Durham University has launched a new £5m centre to support North East England’s growing space industry and lead on the sustainable exploration of the cosmos. Read more > https://lnkd.in/eZuabsQQ

✅ Unlocking Growth: A Comprehensive Guide to Exporting for County Durham Businesses In today’s rapidly globalising marketplace, growth opportunities for businesses extend far beyond local or even national boundaries. For businesses in County Durham, the world is quite literally at your doorstep. While the idea of exporting may seem daunting at first glance, it is a crucial strategy for achieving long-term success and stability. Businesses that engage in exporting often see significant benefits, from increased sales and productivity to enhanced resilience in the face of market fluctuations. At Business Durham, we understand the unique challenges that exporting poses for local businesses, but we also know the immense rewards it offers. As the business support service for Durham County Council, we are dedicated to guiding local enterprises through every step of their exporting journey. In this guide, we’ll cover the essentials of exporting, focusing on how it can drive your business’s growth. Read the blog to learn more > https://lnkd.in/eRz_rc6u #CountyDurham #exporting #newmarkets

Me, Myself and AI 📅 5th December at Radisson Blu, Durham In this practical and no-nonsense masterclass, you will be taken on a journey to (re)discover the practical use of Artificial Intelligence in digital marketing, and how to make sure that you are getting the best possible results for your business. Book now > https://lnkd.in/eY8w_r-w

🌞 The sun was shining for Challenge 2 of Future Business Magnates at Beamish Museum 📋 Activities were focussed around ideas generation and gave students the opportunity to carry out market research in the 1900's town and 1950's village. 🛍️ We looked at how and why products were invented and if they have evolved over time or disappeared from the shelves altogether. 🔥 We saw some fascinating and exciting demonstrations that reflect the importance of product testing and how students can apply this when reimagining their own high street. Find out more about FBM and how you can get involved next year here > https://bit.ly/3Z7qSmr

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Taking Steps Towards Success with Josh Newton 📈 Running a business comes with highs, lows, and hard-learned lessons. Just ask Josh Newton, who knows firsthand what it takes to build and grow successful ventures. As a Solutions Advisor at Durham Startups, Josh helps new and aspiring business owners in County Durham through one-on-one support, helping them transform ideas into thriving businesses. Call 0191 6251221 or email durhamstartups@umi.co.uk or read more about Josh and how he can help here: https://bit.ly/3YjpYle #BusinessGrowth #StartWithSupport #DurhamStartups