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; Green Savings Thanks to New Tariff

WHEN Denis Fitzgerald and his wife and business partner Heather were considering a new energy source for their Vale of Clwyd laboratory, a wind turbine seemed the ideal solution The Fitzgeralds, who also live on site, operate a physics calibration lab, which - since it is built substantially underground and has extra insulation and triple-glazed windows - has lower than normal energy requirements. Nonetheless, with a company policy of having as little environmental impact as possible, they we...

Engineers Take the High Road to Expansion

A CIVIL engineering firm is expanding its reach north of the border after opening a second base in Scotland. Ruthin-based Jones Bros launched a new office in Inverness following a raft of contracts in the renewables sector.

Bitc Bag New Firms Ahead of Key Event

COMPANIES signed as members of a responsible business charity in a bid to strengthen their community commitments. Dailycer, one of Europe's leading cereal manufacturers based in Deeside, and pallet-manufacturer and garden furniture retailer the P&A Group of Mold, are the latest recruits to Business in the Community (BITC)'s Welsh branch.

Badger to Make Gala Appearance

APPRENTICE star Ruth Badger is to appear at a gala business event in Chester next month. Members of West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce can look forward to "the best Apprentice candidate ever" being the star attraction at its 2011 annual dinner.

; Lawn Care Firm Reaches 25

THE UK's biggest lawn care company has been hailed as a "shining example" of how to be the best after reaching a major milestone in its history. GreenThumb, based on St Asaph Business Park, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

Ost On Industry

David Ost, North West Region Director for EEF, the manufacturers' organisation AFTER the recession and in the present choppy period of recovery what the North Wales economy needs most is sustainable growth. This means a more balanced economy, driven more by investment, innovation and exports, with manufacturing playing a greater role than it has previously.

; Marine Experts' Handy Hints On Staying Afloat ... In Business

WHEN it came to setting up their business, thrillseekers Phil Scott and Tom Ashwell buckled-up for a bumpy ride. Now, with over 48 years in the marine industry, the popular entrepreneurs are making waves along the North Wales coast as pioneers of the Synergy Group. With a three-pronged attack - Ribride, The Marine Club and Synergy Yachting - they are carving a niche in the buoyant leisure market.

Isle Event Launching

ANGLESEY Business Week takes place next week. Time is running out to register for events and get ready to make the most of the advice and networking opportunities on offer.

Birthday Bash for Plating Company

WHAT'S in a name? For one firm it has meant 25 years at the forefront of business in Wrexham. The House Name Plate Company, based in Ruabon, is the UK's biggest producer of house name plates and letterboxes and supplies DIY giants like B&Q and Homebase, as well as Argos.

; Business Round Up

A RUTHIN firm is involved in major plans to develop a new training complex for a football league team. Waterco Ltd carried out flood risk assessments after Tranmere Rovers began discussions with Sports England and Wirral Borough Council about the development of the existing Woodchurch Leisure Centre to provide a new training ground and sports pitches for community use. The project is linked to the sale of six acres of land, close to Prenton Park.

; Business Round Up

A BAKERY firm has been sold out of administration, safeguarding 70 jobs. Berwyn Bakery, the second largest employer in Bala, was yesterday bailed out by its management team for an undisclosed sum, preserving the jobs of its employees.

; Business Round Up

A pounds 24MILLION marine project aimed at bringing investment into North Wales will launch an exhibition later this week. The SEACAMS project, running in the School of Ocean Sciences at Bangor University, will reveal plans for the redevelopment of the Westbury Mount site in Menai Bridge.

Education Matters

THE 2001 Census indicated 20.5% of the population in Wales - almost 600,000 people - are Welsh speakers. This figure is expected to be higher when the 2011 census results are released.

College Funding Options for Business

BUSINESSES are being encouraged to attend an event to discuss new funding options available for training and workforce development programmes. Coleg Llysfasi will be hosting an information session on Thursday September 22, providing details on the European Social Fund project, Y Dyfodol.

11,500 Needed to Fill Technical Gap

MORE than 11,500 workers are needed to plug a gap in the engineering, science and technology industries in Wales. A study by Semta, the sector skills council for science, engineering and manufacturing technologies, called on employers to invest in apprenticeships as its research pointed to an alarming shortfall in technical roles.

Return to Work Not Always Best Medicine

PSYCHOLOGICAL factors and problems in the workplace are the biggest barriers to people's return to work after illness, according to a leading university expert. Prof Sir Mansel Aylward, Director of Cardiff University"s Centre for Psychosocial and Disability Research, argued despite work being the most effective way of improving people's health and well-being, a return to work is often hampered by lifestyle, environmental and psychological factors rather than illness itself.

; Export and Community Awards Contested

WITH the pace of economic growth slowing in Wales, exportation has never been more important. Just ask Dr John Williams, managing director of Nu Instruments in Wrexham.

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Cheese Choices

A CREAMERY is expanding its range. South Caernarfon Creameries has added new cheese products to its Dragon selection.

Scaffolder to Follow Dad's Footsteps

A SCAFFOLDER is following in his father's footsteps by climbing the business ladder. Jamie Seager, son of the late Ray Seager, has started his own business.