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LABEL SUCCESS: Joint managing director, Dennis Ebeltoft, left, and print operations manager Steve Nix, at Springfield Solutions.
PRINT SPECIALISTS MAKE BOLD MOVE Growing firm plans £1.3m expansion in bid to continue upward trajectory By Debbie Hall Business Reporter d.hall@hulldailymail.co.uk
growth, the company is expanding into a neighbouring building as well as investing in new digital print equipment with two associated new lines of finishing equipment from AB Graphics International. Dennis Ebeltoft, joint managing director of Springfield Solutions, said the investment would enable
growth across each of the company’s divisions – digital print, brand management and media. He said it has been driven by innovation, particularly from the company’s colour management team, which finds new and creative ways to match thousands of colours, and brings consistency to consumer brands that appear in multiple countries across the world. Mr Ebeltoft said: “Springfield Solutions has a long history of innovation, starting with our brand man-
agement division in 1975. We have taken the lessons learned from our reprographics and colour management teams and used the same approaches to innovation with our digital print division. “With digital print, we have constantly pushed the boundaries with what is achievable, particularly in relation to quality, and now, in the majority of cases, we can match and
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THREE years of substantial growth are driving a £1.3m expansion for Hull digital printer, brand management and media company, Springfield Solutions. The firm, based in Thomas Street, east Hull, is on target to print more than 160m labels this year – the most it has printed in a single year. In 2014, Springfield Solutions smashed the 100m mark for the first time, increasing that figure to 140m labels last year. Now, to accommodate further
HULL-based smart video advertiser Ash TV has been identified as one of the most promising tech start-ups in the North. The annual awards by TechNorth is a pitch competition that looks to identify and showcase lesser-known, early stage start-ups across the north of England. Ash TV was one of ten winning finalists that made it through regional heats and then pitched their businesses in front of judges and a crowd of 300 at Manchester’s former Granada Studios. The Hull outfit, which is aiming to employ dozens of people in the city next year, won plaudits for its autoplaying video advertising platform for mobile, where advertisers can target audiences by selecting their age, gender, location, interests and occupation. Judge Karen Kerrigan, chief legal officer of the Seedrs equity crowdfunding platform, said: “Video advertising is something I’m naturally sceptical about, but Ash TV is addressing a flaw by optimising muted video. I think they’re going to go a long way.” Ash Lewis, 20, chief executive of Ash TV, is a former pupil of Hull’s Kelvin High School. He said: “This award will give us an amazing opportunity to meet partners and investors – and to break through from the North to the South of England, too.” Ash TV, launched in Hull earlier this year, developed as a new business out of the old Flomigo branded start-up company, which Ash and brother, Andy Lewis, established in the city in 2014.
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Printers set for £1.3m expansion Continued from PAGE 1 quite often, better that of analogue presses. “As digital print is capable of short runs it is incredibly flexible and has given rise to a lot of other services such as mock>it, our packaging mock-up department. “It is an integral part of our brand management offering and would not be possible without our expertise in digital print. “We are trusted by so many global brands because we find ways of creating solutions where others cannot; therefore this expansion will have far-reaching, positive consequences right across the company.” The building which Springfield Solutions is expanding into was originally part of the premises it currently occupies and, coincidentally, together they were known as the Print Works, because they housed a printing company. But the two buildings were separated and sold off to different companies. Now, the work to rejoin them will see Springfield Solutions more than double the size of its digital print division from 408sqm to 924.5sqm, and brings the total number of digital presses operated by the company to five, increasing Springfield Solution’s print capacity by 30 per cent. It is forecast to be fully operational in the first quarter of next year. Mr Ebeltoft said: “We had substantial growth in 2014 and 2015. “Further growth is only possible by having the infrastructure in place to accommodate it. “The expansion will enable us to print many more millions of labels and improve our lead times for print and brand management customers. “This expansion paves the way for the next chapter in Springfield Solution’s story, which is going to be a great one. “Our expertise in digital, brand management and media, and our innovative approach to finding solutions is fuelling dramatic growth and with the extra capacity this expansion brings us, that shows no signs of slowing down.”
Entrepreneurs hang out to help ideas go global Bright business brains share knowledge with African counterparts By Debbie Hall Business Reporter d.hall@hulldailymail.co.uk
YOUNG entrepreneurs in Hull recently shared their business ideas and stories with fellow entrepreneurs from South Africa, thanks to a Google Hangout hosted in KCOM’s Learning Zone. The Hangout was part of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2016, which is the world’s largest campaign to promote entrepreneurship. Hull City Council, in conjunction with Hull Youth Enterprise Partnership, organised a series of events across the week as the city took part in GEW for the 12th successive year. A number of the Hull entrepreneurs visited their counterparts in Johannesburg last summer and shared their memories of that trip as part of the Hangout, which aimed to celebrate and strengthen international links. Ross Bennett, chairperson of the Hull Youth Enterprise Partnership, said: “The Google Hangout was an incredible experience, linking together entrepreneurs from South Africa and Hull. “Not only did we get to explore skills and common hurdles, but the real opportunity for establishing a trade relationship was a massive result.” Selebogo Molefe, who organised the Johannesburg end of the Hangout, is keen to build on the growing links between Hull and Johannesburg and said: “The
LINK: Young entrepreneurs in Hull share their business ideas in KCOM’s Learning Zone. world is getting smaller every day thanks to the power of technology as an enabler, but young people are discovering that they have more in common than differences, across the world. “The opportunity for South African entrepreneurs to connect with their counterparts in Hull through the Hangout bridges the gap for information, learning, knowledge exchange, collaboration, partnerships and trade linkages. “We have seen this partnership grow over the past three years and we know that, in the future, we’ll have more successes that emerge from this for young entrepreneurs.
“My thanks go to all of the stakeholders involved in producing a successful GEW 2016 partnership between our organisations.” Brendon Smurthwaite is KCOM community co-ordinator. He said: “Having hosted the Google Hangout for the past two years we know what a great event it is and it’s now becoming a regular fixture on the calendar. “As a long-standing partner of Global Entrepreneurship Week, we’ve seen the positive impact that all of the events have on young people in our city and we’re delighted that we’re able to play a small part in that.”
A worldwide web DURING one thousands of events and competitions in 160 countries inspire millions to engage in entrepreneurial activity while connecting them to potential collaborators, mentors and even investors. Powered by the Kauffman Foundation, GEW was first held in 2007 when 18 host organisations committed their countries to the campaign. The initiative now has a network of more than 15,000 partner organisations.
COUNTY COURT JUDGMENTS Non-corporate Mr Callum Kendall T/As CPK Property Services, Unit 3 Colt Industrial Estate, Scarborough Street Hull, HU3 4TU, £10,981, 24-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre, 24-Nov-16. Mrs Elsa Carvalho T/As Hair By Elsa, 68 Carr Lane, The Groves, Hull, HU1 3RQ, £659, 30-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre.
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S&N Joinery Limited 9 Swallow Close, Hornsea, HU18 1LB, £34,713, 24-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre.
John Mcbride T/As The Foresters Arms, 1-2 Beckside North, Beverley, HU17 0PR, £331, 24-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre. Green Leaf Installations Ltd Unit 1 Estuary Business Park, Priory Park East, Hull, HU4 7DY, £839, 25-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre. CPK Property Services Unit 3, Colt Industrial Estate, Hull, HU3 4TU, £1,280, 25-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre. Ward Bros (Malton) Limited Staithes Road, Hull, HU12 8DX, £114, 28-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre. KMS Building Plumbing & Electrics Limited Unit
3D, Harpings Road, National Avenue, Hull, HU5 4JF, £3,729, 28-Sep-16, Sheffield, 22-Nov-16. Jonathan Hardy T/As Hardy Building Services, 14 Monic Avenue, Hessle, HU13 9EP, £340, 29-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre. Gavin Greaves T/As G Greaves Plumbing & Heating, Scalby House, Mill Lane, Gilberdyke, HU15 2UT, £1,635, 29-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre. Accident Advice (Hull) Ltd 406 Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 8QE, £737, 30-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre.
Corporate satisfied Amazon Window Systems Ltd Unit B4, Copenhagen Road, Sutton Fields Industrial Estate, Hull, HU7 0XQ, £4,632, 09-Nov-16, County Court Business Centre.
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MOR Electronics Ltd Unit 7, Jet Park Main Road, Newport, HU15 2PR, £3,062, 13-May-16,Hull. Hallmark Legal Services Limited 158-159, Chandler’s Court, High Street, Hull, HU1 1NQ, £933, 28-Jul-16, County Court Money Claims Centre.
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Teeth, fish and bikinis left by bank customers FINANCE: Customers visiting Virgin Money Stores and Lounges have left behind a bewildering number of personal possessions in the past year. Items have included a set of false teeth in Edinburgh, a package of fresh fish in Norwich and a bikini in Manchester. Staff in the bank’s Norwich Lounge also discovered an engagement ring still glistening in its box. Stuart Miller, director of Virgin Money Stores and Lounges, said: “We have discovered a whole host of interesting possessions that require a bit of simple detective work to be reunited with their owners.”
Travellers’ checks TRAVEL: When booking a holiday, more than a third of people in Yorkshire do not know how they are financially protected, according to Thorngumbald based Travel Counsellor Su Dillon. Ms Dillon runs her own travel business as part of independent company Travel Counsellors, who conducted the survey of 2,000 UK residents. She said: “Quite often travellers presume they are fully covered, only to discover they are not financially protected when something goes wrong, and more often than not, when it is too late.”
FAMILY AFFAIR: Jean Gooder and Councillor Mary Glew unveil Smith & Nephew plaques honouring the company’s founders.
City brand pays tribute to founders at ceremony Plaques mark origins of Smith & Nephew By Debbie Hall
Celebrating 60 Successful Years Selling Businesses 1956-2016
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SMITH & Nephew (S&N), the Hull-based global medical technology business, has unveiled two commemorative plaques in honour of its founders, Thomas James Smith and his nephew, Horatio Nelson Smith. S&N was honoured to be approached as a recipient of two Centenary Plaques by Hull City Council, and for Jean Gooder, eldest granddaughter of Horatio Nelson Smith, to attend the ceremony. Mrs Gooder said: “It is a privilege to be part of this double commemoration of my grandfather and his uncle. “Neither, I think, would have anticipated such recognition of their initiatives, which have proved so real and lasting for the city of Hull.” The plaques will be positioned on the S&N site where they are visible to the public and will become part of the Lord Mayor’s Centenary Plaque trail, which commemorates pioneers and ground-breakers from Hull. Councillor Mary Glew, who is the lead on the plaque scheme, said: “Smith & Nephew is such a well-known name in the city, and for it to have grown from a small pharmacy to a worldwide business is wonderful. “It is quite right that we are honouring Thomas and Horatio with Lord Mayor Centenary Plaques for their work and dedication to the city.” S&N was founded 160 years ago in 1856,
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RECOGNITION: The Centenary Plaques honouring Smith & Nephew’s founders. when Thomas James Smith opened a pharmacy in Whitefriargate specialising in cod liver oil. His nephew, Horatio Nelson Smith, joined the company in 1896, overseeing the supply of field dressings during the World Wars. Today, the Hessle Road site manufactures world-leading wound management products. From these early beginnings, S&N has continued to grow by taking a pioneering approach to supporting healthcare professionals in their daily efforts to improve the lives of their patients. Presently, S&N has a presence in more than 100 countries with more than 15,000 employees worldwide. Andy Boyes, senior vice-president of global marketing, said: “Smith & Nephew is proud of its heritage and continues to invest in its future in Hull, including the recent announcement of a state-of-the-art research and development centre opening in 2017. “We are delighted for our founders to be recognised through centenary plaques and that Mrs Gooder was able to join us to witness this important commemoration of her family’s contribution to Hull.”
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Tracy’s trek along CITY CAN Great Wall of China helps charity cause Members of the 2017 Business Club discuss their support for the UK City of Culture celebrations
Accountant steps up to raise £4,000 in gruelling trip By Debbie Hall Business Reporter d.hall@hulldailymail.co.uk
BEST FOOT FORWARD: Tracy Hutty trekking the Great Wall of China.
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BEVERLEY and Hull-based chartered accountant Tracy Hutty, a director of cbaSadofskys, has completed the challenge of trekking the Great Wall of China, exceeding her target of raising more than £4,000 for the Alzheimer’s Society. The challenge involved six days trekking the contours of hills and mountains on remote sections of the 13,000-mile long wall, taking in the historical sites of the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Beijing. Ms Hutty pressed on, buoyed by thoughts of a number of people she has known who have been affected by the disease and also by the fact that the Alzheimer’s Society has been very supportive of a client of her accountancy practice. Ms Hutty said: “I’m really happy to say I did it, but it was much harder than I had expected and I’m not sure it is possible to
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I think we’ll be friends forever as sharing an experience like this makes you feel part of something special Tracy Hutty
train for an event like this properly in the UK due to the general conditions, the height and keeping up with the others. “All members of the group had very different fitness levels, plus I managed to sprain my ankle on day two, which was very disappointing, but I knew I had to keep going and was able to walk towards the back with the slower walkers anyway, but I trekked each day for six days. “Our group became very close and I think we’ll be friends forever as sharing an experience like this makes you feel part of something special. “I would like to say a massive thanks to everyone who supported me and believed in me, it really was the challenge and experience of a lifetime and I have raised lots of money for the Alzheimer’s Society, which feels really good.” Chris Brown, also a director of cba Sadofskys, said: “We are all very proud of Tracy, who really took on a good challenge. “It’s always great to see someone get outside of their comfort zone; Tracy did this with fantastic results having raised so much for the charity. “I am sure she will inspire others to do similar challenges, too.”
WITH just 24 days until Hull’s UK City of Culture celebrations kick off, excitement is mounting across the region. Hull 2017 – the organisation set up to deliver the 365-day programme of cultural and creative events – recently revealed it had smashed its fundraising target, thanks to support from more than 60 partners. These include the 2017 Business Club, a partnership which consists of 14 businesses, locally rooted and hugely proud to support Hull 2017 and the legacy it will leave for the city they love. Business Club members tell The Business about the changes they have already witnessed and what they are most looking forward to next year.
C rown Paints
Ellis Mudd, Hull Site Manager for Crown Paints, said: “Along with the infrastructure development there is a real buzz of excitement and a growing sense of pride, confidence and self-belief. “As one of the oldest manufacturers in the city we are proud that we have made in Hull and stayed in Hull for over two hundred years. We are looking forward to supporting both the arts and building projects through 2017 and beyond.”
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Peter Shipp, chief executive officer of EYMS, said: “On every bus route throughout the city you can hear people discussing 2017, what the events will be and how the city is changing. It’s really brought people together and raised the profile of the area nationally. “We are looking forward to helping people get out and about to experience new things.”
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Terry Dunn, chief executive, of ESP said: “We love the buzz City of Culture is creating. Our staff are feeling more engaged than ever, and in the city we have noticed a change in mood, with a common language created within the business community. It has opened dialogs, and we have already made some very positive business contacts.”
SolicitH udgell ors Michelle Maltby, group head of operations at Hudgell Solicitors, POSITIVE: Barbara Sharp, of SGS The Maltings.
said: “Our recent move to new offices in the Fruit Market, overlooking the new amphitheatre, has added to the excitement and expectations among our team for what lies ahead in 2017. “Perhaps the biggest change we have seen from being named UK City of Culture has been the increased pride and positivity across the city. Hull is now getting the recognition we all know it has long deserved.”
H umber Galvanizing
Tony Linsley, sales manager at Humber Galvanizing, said: “Having been located on the Citadel Trading Park for 20 years, we are part of the fabric of the city and celebrate our own 21st anniversary in 2017, becoming a member of Hull 2017’s Business Club seemed like the perfect way to celebrate. The team is honoured to have the opportunity to work alongside fellow businesses being part of this wonderful legacy.”
Insurance J elf Partnership
Richard Tuplin, managing director of Jelf Insurance Partnership, said: “The City of Culture is a once in a lifetime opportunity, one that we are keen to embrace. We believe it is about more than culture, it’s about forging Hull’s new identity and how the rest of the world views us. While the programme is centred around 2017, it’s not just about the year, but the legacy it leaves.”
J R Rix & Sons
Tim Rix, managing director of JR Rix & Sons, said: “Hull has gained a belief in itself that it can achieve. People are pleased to see positive things happening and that Hull as a place to live and work has been improved. This has a positive impact on staff living and working here. It’s been great to see some of our own staff signing up for the 2017 volunteering programme, allowing them to really integrate with the year of events.”
M orco Products
MD Charles Gillett of Morco Products said: “Morco Products Ltd, which began trading in Hull in 1792 as T.B.Morley & Co, is proud to be supporting the city of Hull in this most important year. We see the City of Culture as a huge positive to both Hull’s recognition as a major UK city and a boost to local busi-
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SEIZE THE MOMENT UNITED EFFORT: Members of Business Club 2017 meet. ness. As one of Hull’s oldest businesses we want to support the city and share in its success.”
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Mark Horsley, chief executive officer at Northern Gas Networks, said: “Hull 2017 City of Culture marks a huge milestone for the local community, putting Hull well and truly on the world stage. Our Hull customers show us tremendous support when we’re replacing gas mains in their streets, and ensuring the network remains safe and reliable, so we are delighted to be able to share our support.”
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Alex Camp, general manager at Premier Galvanizing, said: “Premier Galvanizing is proud to be located in Hull and has always had a strong commitment to the area, employing local people and using local suppliers. “The city is changing and we want to be part of its legacy for our employees, their families
and the next generation, to feel as proud of Hull as we do.”
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Barbara Sharp, managing director of SGS The Maltings, said: “I’ve worked for an international organisation for over ten years now and Hull as a city has never been mentioned, but this year I have been receiving emails from colleagues all over the world, commenting on media articles they have read online, it’s fantastic.” “Our staff are really positive about the upcoming year and the changes within the city. It brings a sense of pride.”
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mailes Goldie Group
Ian Lamb, managing partner at Smailes Goldie Group, said: “We are relishing the opportunity to help show off our city to the wider UK public as a dynamic, vibrant and creative place to do business. “For Smailes Goldie Group, 2017 is a fantastic opportunity for us and our team to help give something back to our local communities and to help bring new business into Hull.”
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S trawberry
Jonathan Leafe, MD at Strawberry, said: “Hull is undergoing a transformation. What were once the city’s dockyards have become digital hubs, creative, retail and leisure spaces, and a global centre of the renewables industry. The old Fruit Market is already a thriving hub of Hull’s creative industry, and our colleges and universities are producing highly-qualified graduates. “Strawberry always wanted to push a new take on Hull. Now it’s here.”
Alex joins board after transforming business INSURANCE: Following the sale of Jelf Group Plc last December, Alex Alway, the former group chief executive has been appointed as non-executive chairman of The Insurance Partnership Financial Services Ltd (TIPFS). Mr Alway was responsible for formulating and delivering the strategy for both organic and acquisition growth, taking Jelf from a turnover of £3.5m/loss making (2001) to a £100m business with an enterprise value of £290m at exit. Commenting on his forthcoming appointment, Mr Alway said: “I am looking forward to working with the board at TIPFS and helping to deliver their strategic plans and growth objectives.” Paul Hodgson, managing director of TIPFS, said: “We are extremely fortunate to have someone of Alex’s experience and record of achievement joining our board.”
Claire’s new role ACCOUNTANCY: 360 Chartered Accountants has appointed a new business development manager, to coincide with the firm’s launch of its third office in Hull. Claire Jacques, formerly managing director at Intrasource Limited, has more than 15 years’ experience in senior sales and marketing and business development. She said: “This is a really exciting time for the firm and I can’t wait to start meeting current clients, developing new contacts and furthering their rapid expansion.”
S t Stephen’s
Jim Harris, centre manager at St Stephen’s shopping centre, said: “The city is now undergoing a remarkable image renaissance locally, nationally and internationally. “We are certain that with this massive investment the city has now presented a much richer picture of the city as a contemporary, multi-faceted city that has a vibrant cultural life that will reach far beyond 2017 to make Hull the place to live, work, shop and play.”
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SUPPORT: Clockwise from top left, Peter Shipp, Terry Dunn, Richard Tuplin, Mark Horsley, Ian Lamb, Charles Gillett, Jonathan Leafe, Jim Harris, Tim Rix and Michelle Maltby.
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Smartcard provider joins the culture club PARTNERSHIP: Hull-based ESP Group has become a Business Club partner to Hull UK City of Culture 2017. As part of the support, ESP is encouraging employees to invest their time as volunteers throughout the year, allowing staff to take two days’ paid leave to undertake the roles. ESP, providers of full-service smartcard schemes to transport providers nationwide, is one of Hull’s fastest growing companies. Terry Dunn, chief executive, said: “Getting behind Hull UK City of Culture 2017 is a great opportunity to showcase the work being done in Hull and the Yorkshire region and demonstrates the huge potential of the city for delivering innovation.”
Ideal’s hot competition MANUFACTURING: Ideal Boilers Ltd, of Hull, has won regional recognition at this year’s EEF Future Manufacturing Awards. Ideal Boilers won the Health and Safety Award, sponsored by Howden. This goes to the manufacturer that has achieved the most impressive or innovative improvements in the health and safety culture. The company will now compete for the national title in London. Debbie Skalli, head of HR at Ideal Boilers, said: “It puts us on the map as a modern and innovative company and goes some way to demonstrate the valuable contribution made by manufacturers to improving working environments.”
ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT: Peter Nevitt, managing director of Victory Leisure Homes, at the company’s factory in Gilberdyke.
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EAST Yorkshire caravan and lodge manufacturer Victory Leisure Homes has restructured its production lines to increase manufacturing capacity, as well as investing more than £150,000 in a machine to make fur niture. The company, based in Gilberdyke, has seen a 25 per cent increase in orders across the board over the past 12 months, including a 30 per cent increase in demand for lodges. Now the company is streamlining its operations to meet that demand, including taking on ten production staff and investing in the new equipment. Victory has also redesigned its factory layout to facilitate more efficient caravan and lodge production. Peter Nevitt, managing director, said investing in new equipment which enabled the company to make more component parts for their
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caravans and lodges was helping to create the efficiencies required. He said: “We’ve invested a significant sum in machinery for two reasons. Firstly, it makes us more efficient because we can produce internal furniture for our caravans and lodges in house now, making exactly what we need, when we need it. “Also, it means we can experiment with different types of furniture and furniture configurations. “Having this machine means we can carry out R&D, which will lead to new ideas and concepts for our products. If we like them, we can put them into production straight away, so our whole operation has become more efficient.”
Mr Nevitt said the caravan industry was now moving at pre-recession levels and demand for his company’s products had been driven by recent shows at Cottingham and Beaulieu in Hampshire. To meet the demand, Victory Leisure Homes has been recruiting from areas around its base in Gilberdyke for the first time, offering training to local people. He said: “The caravan industry as a whole has certainly seen an upturn over the past couple of years and we are delighted to be feeling the effects of that. “Obviously, to ensure we continue to do so it is essential we have the right workforce in place and, as a result, we’re hiring more and more from the local area. “If we continue to grow, that is something we will look to increase.”
Modular building firm shows its class to supply school SERVICES: East Yorkshire company Paragon Space, which specialises in new and refurbished pre-owned temporary buildings, has completed a nursery for a client in Driffield. Gareth Foster, managing director of Paragon Space, in Burstwick, said a customer approached the company wanting to
extend their pre-school business. “We offered them a pre-owned building for a nursery facility at Northfield School, in Driffield,” said Mr Foster. “It is a permanent building meeting full building control requirements.” The modular building has provided 144sq m of
floor space and was installed and fitted out in two weeks, keeping disruption at the school to a minimum. Paragon has completed two other local school projects over the summer, for St Mary’s College and Boulevard Academy. “All three projects have been very successful,” said Mr Foster.
DELIVERY: The new building being lowered into place.
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LIFE INSURANCE SHOCKER STAY-AT-HOME parents are worth almost £30,000 to the household income for all the unpaid work they do. But almost two-thirds don’t have any life insurance, according to research from Sunlife. While many families will protect the main breadwinner to ensure they don’t struggle financially should the worst happen, huge numbers don’t think about how they would cope if something happened to the non-earner. If there are young children, it could mean the earner has to give up their job to take on child-care responsibilities or maybe reduce their hours so they earn less. Or it could mean a huge hike in child-care costs as well as paying someone else to cover the other chores stay-at-home parents do – cooking, cleaning and laundry – to ensure the continued smooth running of the family home. Mark Jones, Sunlife’s Protection Director, said: “Of course replacing a parent is impossible, but a pay-out could help to cover some of your family’s day-to-day costs and take some of the emotional, practical and financial stress out of a terrible situation.” LONG-TERM IMPACT OF BREXIT VOTE FALLOUT from Brexit has seen the value of sterling plummet 17% against the US dollar and 14% against the euro. While 63% of adults are aware that these falls have increased the cost of foreign holidays, just 11% were concerned about the effect on their investments and pensions, according to research from The Open University. Janette Rutterford, Professor of Financial Management at The Open University Business School, said: “It’s understandable that the majority focuses on the short-term hits but failure to adjust investments and pensions may end up costing more than slightly higher inflation and the higher cost of an overseas holiday.” FIRST-TIME BUYERS NEED PARENTS’ HELP THE Bank of Mum and Dad is key to helping first-time buyers get their foot on the property ladder. Research from Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks shows almost half needed financial help with their deposit. Almost a fifth got a loan from their family and the same number were gifted money by their parents.
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It’s worth looking again at your retirement plans as so much has changed since the pension freedoms came into effect
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T’S more than 18 months since and there’s a glimmer of hope for those considering turning savings the pension freedoms came into effect and during this time into a guaranteed income. Since Donald Trump won the the financial outlook has US presidential election, annuity changed drastically. rates have risen to 7% after This means people who made decisions in the last year and a half falling into the doldrums in about how they would spend their August. Annuity rates are based pension pots, and those looking to on 15-year gilt yields and a drop in gilt prices results in a rise in yields, cash in savings to create a which pushes up annuity rates. retirement income, may need to This makes the product more review their plans. appealing to pension savers. No one can predict the future A 65-year-old with a £100,000 but the decision to leave the EU pot would have got a single life has already had consequences. income of £4,696 in August – but For one, inflation has risen and that rose to £5,021 this experts predict it will hit month. 2.3% next year. Meanwhile, volatile The US presidential stock markets could election has changed hit those who have things, too. chosen, or who are Annuity rates, gilt thinking of opting yields and interest for, drawdown rates are rising and pension plans. Their there could be It pays to keep on top of pots could take a hit volatility on the stock your retirement plans and decrease in value market. to ensure your pension if markets crash and These factors can pot is fit for purpose that will mean they have a big impact on have to be wary of taking too pension incomes for those who much, too quickly. have chosen drawdown products, Retirement expert Billy Burrows where pots are left invested while says: “If there is going to be savers take cash when they want. trouble ahead for global stock There is the risk that if people don’t manage how much they take markets and equity prices might go through a difficult patch, and when, they could deplete everybody who has a drawdown savings too quickly. arrangement should guard against a special type of risk called FREEDOMS SINCE the pension freedoms were Sequence of Returns Risk. “Basically, this means that if you introduced in April 2015, drawdown has fast become the retirement vehicle of choice for BILLY’S TOP TIPS many. So it is vital that suitable consideration is given to how ■■Make sure you understand much income to take, and how all of your options. long it needs to last. ■■Take account of the new Pensions firm Prudential says financial climate – higher that fortunately, after an initial inflation, income yields and wave of people cashing in a large annuity rates. proportion or even all of their ■■Avoid taking undue risks... savings pot, things have settled there may be trouble ahead down to more sustainable levels. for the stock market. Drawdown has grown in ■■Review your retirement popularity because the incomes plans regularly – especially if provided by annuities have been you have a drawdown plan. at rock bottom for so long. This has ■■Don’t forget about tax. If put many people off buying this you take your pension as a traditional product. cash sum you may end up However, things are picking up paying higher-rate tax.
GET HELP are taking an income from a pension pot and the value of the pension pot falls, the percentage of the fund taken as income will increase and you may not be able to keep on taking the same income without the risk of it running out.” For example, someone with a £50,000 pot who takes income withdrawals of 4% (£2,000) per annum needs to be cautious if the fund falls by, say, 10% to £45,000. If they continue to take £2,000 this will represent 4.44% of the fund. Although the income remains the same, a higher percentage of the fund has to be cashed in to pay that income. And unless the fund bounces back, they risk running out of cash much too early. The fund would have to rise in value back to £50,000 to get it back on track to the 4% withdrawal rate. Billy adds: “Sequence of Returns Risk might seem like double Dutch but it is really important that if you decide to take your income from a pension drawdown, rather than a guaranteed income from an annuity, you must invest your pension pot in a way that reduces the risk.” TROUGHS “THERE are some simple ways to do this, Billy continues. “For example, by investing in special funds that smooth out investment returns, thereby avoiding the peaks and troughs of the stock market and so avoiding the risk that your fund will be lower when you take out income.” Deciding what to do with your pension savings after you reach 55 is one of the most important financial decisions you will make. It is vital you get it right and understand the risks. It takes years of hard graft to build up a decent pension pot and you need to ensure your savings
■■Make sure you set up your free Pension Wise session so you can get to grips with the basics and know your pension options. Call 0800 138 3944 or visit pensionwise.gov.uk ■■Download You and Your Pension Pot When You Retire at williamburrows.com work hard for you to provide an income to see you comfortably through retirement. Prudential has produced the simple guide – You and Your Pension Pot When You Retire – written by Billy, who shares his years of experience gained from working in the pensions industry. The guide answers key questions, such as where to go for financial advice, and explains what type of pension you may have. It runs through all your options with tips and examples to help you understand the pros and cons of particular decisions, and explains what tax you will have to pay. Vince Smith-Hughes, retirement expert at Prudential, says: “We have sponsored Billy to produce this guide as there is very little independent guidance available. “Billy has written a plain English, easy to understand guide and hopefully people will find it of use. “Of course, those not certain about what to do can seek the help of a professional adviser, and this guide is also designed to complement that. “People should remember it is their money, and it doesn’t need to be in their bank account to remain their money. If they leave it in a flexible plan they can withdraw funds as and when they need to. “Pensions freedoms have not only given individuals the power to withdraw what they want, they can also provide a legacy to loved ones.”
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TOURISM bosses in Hull and East Yorkshire are gearing themselves up for a bumper entry in the 2017 Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards (REYTAs), with entries already significantly up on the same period last year. Organised by Visit Hull and East Yorkshire (VHEY), the REYTAs, now in their eighth year, were launched early last month, and include two new categories. Two current holders of REYTAs have spoken about how winning has given a significant boost to their businesses. Micaela Clegg, landlady of the Black Horse in Little Weighton, said winning the 2016 REYTA for most remarkable pub had helped propel her business to new heights. “It has been incredible ... when you have an extra 100 people walking through the door the day after you win asking if you have a free table, it is certainly a challenge,” she said. “But it has been a nice problem to have.” Meanwhile, Anthony Clappison, of the Folly Lake Café, winners of the Remarkable Cuppa award, said winning a REYTA was “worth its weight in gold”. He said: “The publicity we received led to an amazing response and gave us access to a much wider audience,” he said. “I must admit to being a bit sceptical when I entered but, having done it, it’s amazing. “I would certainly encourage other businesses to have a go – it’s free publicity and can lead to
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further recognition. Winning is also a great morale booster for staff.” New categories unveiled this time include the Remarkable Family Friendly Experience, which is open to any food service, accommodation provider or visitor attraction that specialises in serving the family market, and the Remarkable Hull and East Yorkshire Passion Award for Arts and Culture. Andy Gray, tourism manager for VHEY, said the REYTAs provide an opportunity for tourism businesses to have their investment, hard work and commitment recognised and rewarded. He said: “The REYTAs are a showcase for all that best about tourism in Hull & East Yorkshire
How to get involved THE REYTAs are open to all tourism businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire, large and small, and free to enter by visiting www.visithull andeastyorkshire.com/reyta and then following the links to fill in a simple entry form. Shortlisting in each category will take place shortly after the closing date of Friday, January 27, via independent panels and mystery shopping. The awards finals night takes place on Thursday, March 30.
and can raise the profile of a business significantly. “Winning a REYTA will also allow a business the opportunity to progress through to the Visit
PRIZE GUY: Paul Schofield celebrates winning the East Yorkshire Passion Award this year.
England National Awards as well.” Anthony Yates, VHEY’s visitor economy manager, described the awards as “a remarkable event celebrating a remarkable industry, which contributes more than £797m annually to the local economy and provides employment for more than 17,000 people”. He said: “The REYTAs were created to recognise and reward both quality and achievement and provide an opportunity to showcase all that is remarkable in Hull and East Yorkshire. “Over the eight years the awards have been running the bar has definitely been raised, which can only be a good thing for Hull and East Yorkshire as we strive to compete in a very competitive market place. “We have more than 1,800 businesses who operate within the visitor economy in Hull and East Yorkshire and we know from past experience just how valuable and important winning a REYTA can be to their future success.” He said the REYTAs continued to grow in significance year on year with each year setting a record for entries. “Our winners are magnificent torch bearers for all that’s good about Hull and East Yorkshire and will be readily identifiable with the area. “Hull and East Yorkshire is proving itself to be one of the top choices for visitors from outside our region as well as offering fantastic choices for local people to enjoy all year round.”
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Engineering specialists celebrating after tripling in size in two years By Catherine Lea Business Reporter c.lea@hulldailymail.co.uk
WORKFORCE: Above, the RexRob workshop. Right, the team including Jon Rex and Mike Robinson, front centre. Pictures: Peter Harbour downturn, we have seen our workload continue to grow. “I think if we can achieve growth, even though a lot of what we do is for an industry in decline, it puts us in good stead for the future. “We also do work for the Ministry of Defence and are now a supplier to BAE, among other companies.” The Humber Enterprise Park was launched in May 2014 as a high-tech hub featuring offices, factories, a heritage centre and 1.5 mile running track. It was bought for a reported £10m
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An all-round approach to tyre contract A TAILORED package by Bridgestone, the world’s largest tyre manufacturer, has secured a prestigious bus and coach contract with East Yorkshire Motor Services (EYMS). The transport company ended a ten-year agreement with a previous manufacturer to work with Bridgestone, after it demonstrated its flexibility in meeting the specific needs of the business. Bridgestone’s “full-fit” package, where an in-house technician removes and refits wheel assemblies, was the ideal solution for the fleet’s central location in Anlaby Road, Hull, which is home to 160 vehicles. Meanwhile, a “super-fit” option was then requested for EYMS’s other depots dotted around the region, with the built-up assemblies being sent to the fleet’s own technicians to fit to the remaining 140 buses and coaches. Robert Gibson, EYMS’s chief engineer, said: “In effect, we have two contracts with Bridgestone running side-by-side. “This was the overriding reason for making the switch from our old supplier.” Bridgestone’s fleet operations manager Matt Millington said: “To be able to work with East Yorkshire Motor Services is a massive coup for all of us at Bridgestone.” EYMS is an award-winning bus company, formed in 1926, that currently runs bus and coach services across Hull, East Yorkshire and the North Yorkshire coast. It provides local bus services, coaches for private charter, day trips and holiday tours, and also provides coaches for the National Express network.
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AN ENGINEERING firm that set up home on land previously occupied by BAE Systems is celebrating after more than tripling in size in just two years. RexRob Engineering provides precision machining, design and fabrication services to clients across the UK. Based on the Humber Enterprise Park in Brough, the company was launched in November 2014 with just three staff members. Today RexRob employs 14 people – a figure set to grow in the coming weeks as the company continues to capitalise on new opportunities. Director Mike Robinson, who founded the business together with fellow director Jon Rex, said: “We have invested a lot of money in the business. We have spent about half a million pounds on machinery alone, but we have also invested a lot of our time. “Jon and I set the business up and, between us, I think we have probably had about two weeks’ holiday, as well as working 60 hours a week, but to get where we are has made it worthwhile. “We are just about to take on three apprentices, and expect to take on more staff in the coming months. “To go from three employees to 17 has been a great achievement.” RexRob’s success is perhaps more remarkable considering the lion’s share of its customer base comes from oil and gas – a sector that has received a hammering over the past few years. Mr Robinson said: “We do a lot of work for the oil and gas industry and though the sector has been hit by the
DEAL: Matthew Millington, of Bridgestone, and Robert Gibson, of EYMS.
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Engineers taking off at old BAE site Continued from PAGE 1 in November 2014 by consortium LC Industrial, a partnership between developers Citivale and Lumina Real Estate Capital. The 79-acre site features more than 50,000sq ft of office space, divided into five blocks. The blocks – Hawk, Firebrand, Mercury, Buccaneer and Bluebird – are named after some of the most famous planes produced there. LC spent more than £6m to improve the buildings. The whole site was previously used by BAE to make Hawk training jets until it scaled back its operation in 2012, leaving large amounts of unused space available. BAE started marketing the spare units in May 2014, but bosses decided the job could be done better by a real estate specialist and, about six months later, the site was sold to LC. BAE, which retains a major factory and continues to build Hawks on the complex, is the consortium’s anchor tenant. The site is being marketed by East Yorkshire agent PPH Commercial, CPP Commercial Property Partners and JLL Commercial Property. Other companies on the park include military wiring firm Cablescan, aerospace engineer Supercraft, Crystal Brew Ales and Turpin Bookeeping Services. Mr Robinson said: “Our location has been a bonus. “It still took us about 16 months to become a supplier for BAE, though I am not sure they would even have entertained the idea had we not been here. “We can be on the motorway quicker than it would take us to get from one side of Hull to the other, and for a business like ours that is a big factor. “I believe Siemens could be a big opportunity for us, as well as growing our existing aerospace work. “We have a strong, highly skilled workforce and have got where we are by striving for quality – once something leaves the factory it does not come back, so the future looks good.”
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HULL construction company Hobson & Porter has a new man at the helm as part of plans to build on the firm’s successful track record over the past 45 years. Richard Hunter takes on the role of managing director after joining the company in March 2013. With more than 30 years’ experience in the local construction industry, Mr Hunter is ideally positioned to lead Hobson & Porter. The firm delivers construction projects of all sizes to clients across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, recently securing £13m worth of new projects across the region in areas including education and the care industry. Mr Hunter said: “I am extremely proud to be taking on the role of managing director at Hobson & Porter, where I hope to maintain and expand our traditional organic growth and our position as a respected and client-focused leading contractor within Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. “We have established ourselves as one of the region’s most respected contractors and my team and I will continue to strengthen our team and supply chain partners over the coming months. “This will help us to consolidate our position in the marketplace while providing a service that sees our clients, existing and new, coming back to us time and again. “Hobson & Porter has a proud history based on traditional family values and I will work to ensure the business continues with this philosophy – operating with the quality and integrity that were the foundations laid by our chairman and owner, Pete Hobson, when we were formed 45 years ago.” Mike Beal, Hobson & Porter’s construction director, said: “As
AN APPRENTICE working for Hobson & Porter has been commended at Youthbuild’s Young Builder of the Year. Construction apprentice Charlie Walsh was shortlisted after working towards a Level 1 in Bricklaying at Hull College and gaining hands-on experience working at Hobson & Porter. The Young Builder of the Year Awards celebrates the achievements of young people who, despite having to overcome a range of barriers, have succeeded in training for and or gaining employment in the construction industry. After the ceremony at the House of Commons, Charlie said: “It was a great day for
AT THE HELM: Richard Hunter at Hobson & Porter’s base in Malmo Road. Picture: Richard Addison part of our plans for sustainable growth we have made a number of key appointments at a senior level. “Richard’s leadership is an exciting development for the business as it approaches the new year in a stronger position than ever.” Hobson & Porter has completed several high-profile projects in the Yorkshire and Lincolnshire
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regions this year. The construction of an iconic amphitheatre at Hull’s Dry Dock was completed in time for the Humber Street Sesh festival earlier this year, and a new facility at Spire Healthcare Centre, in Anlaby, was completed in May. In July, the company finished an extension to the former Seven Seas factory site in Hedon Road, Hull, on behalf of Eltherington Group, and it also added an extra 22 bedrooms to Hessle’s Premier Inn as part of an extension scheme. Hobson & Porter is currently undertaking a large project at Dong Energy’s onshore facility in Grimsby, as well as work on Smith & Nephew’s site in Hull and several other new-build and refurbishment schemes.
DEVELOPING: Apprentice Charlie Walsh. me and my family, and I’m obviously very proud to have been shortlisted for such a prestigious award. “I love working at Hobson & Porter and want to build a long and successful construction career here. I’ve just started Level 2 of my bricklaying course and I’m going to keep working hard to develop the experience I’ve been getting here, which has been so important in helping me progress.” Pauline Steele, employment and skills co-ordinator at Hobson & Porter, said: “We always have one eye on the future of the industry, and actively encourage the development of young people through our apprenticeship scheme.”
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Lorry loads of ‘Hullness’ mark firm’s anniversary
Dinner to raise funds for lifeboat charity CHARITY: The Hull business branch of the RNLI is holding its annual fundraising black tie dinner at the Willerby Manor Hotel on Thursday, January 19. The guest speakers will be Kevin Connelly, impressionist/comedian, and David Steenvoorden, coxswain of the Spurn lifeboat. For details, call Ian Gatenby, RNLI secretary, on 01482 319153.
Hampers with local produce to be delivered to company’s clients
Christmas spending up
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HULL global logistics firm Neill & Brown is launching its 100th anniversary celebrations with hampers full of “Hullness”. Cardboard models of the company’s centenary trucks will be distributed to its longest-standing customers in time for Christmas. In support of Made in Hull – the theme for the first quarter of Hull 2017 – the hampers are packed with products that have been manufactured in the city, from food and books to art and music. Throughout next year, Neill & Brown will be marking its centenary in a series of events, and on social media with the hashtag #OurStars, paying homage to the people that have made the company, and Hull, great. Peter Brown, chief executive of Neill & Brown, said: “The stars are the staff of Neill & Brown, past and present, our customers and the many people outside the company who have shaped our home city of Hull. “We will be celebrating them all, and it starts with the hampers, which represent a celebration of the skills of Hull people and businesses.” Neill & Brown started out by providing
RETAIL: Consumers are expected to spend £42.8bn this Christmas– £1.6bn more than last year – according to business advisory firm Deloitte. Retail sales this December are forecast to rise by 4 per cent year-on-year, with online sales set to grow by more than a fifth.
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horse-drawn timber haulage from Hull docks and has enjoyed rapid expansion over the past few years, based on a steep increase in overseas business and major infrastructure developments. Now employing 130 staff, it was the first company to pledge £17,000 as part of the city’s bid to become UK City of Culture and now has Bid Angel status along with a number of other local bid supporters. The cardboard hampers, made by Hull packaging experts Garthwest, contain about 25 items, among them an exclusive CD compilation from Dancing On My Own star Calum Scott; a Luke Campbell brochure on his rise to Olympic glory and the World Boxing Council lightweight championship; a note book with paper from GF Smith, and special local foodstuffs such as Hull Brown Sauce. Mr Brown, who is the third member of his family to head the company, said: “We are a Hull business through and through and City of Culture status has the capacity to do a tremendous amount of good for our region. “It’s a happy coincidence that our centenary year coincides with Hull 2017. “It’s an opportunity to further increase the profile of our business, celebrate the contribution of staff and thank our customers.”
COMMUNICATIONS: Following the recent announcement of a new, alternative, ultrafast, broadband service for residents in Hull from network company MS3, it is now about to begin the network build on streets within a pre-defined trial area. Tony Hales, MS3’s managing director, said: “It is fantastic to see our contractors working hard on the network build for ConnectHull.”
Beer, chilli, music and mugs CONTENTS of the Neill & Brown Made in Hull hamper include: ■ A Century Of Hull by David Gerrard ■ Pevsner Architectural Guide To Hull by David and Susan Neave ■ Seasonal bar of chocolate by Cocoa chocolatier and patisserie ■ No Place Like Hull calendar, key ring, fridge magnet and two postcards from the Hull Shop ■ Handmade milk jug by Kjersti Goss (Emberton) ■ Hull Brown and Red & Chilli from Chilli Devil sauces ■ CDs by Tre Amici, Ben Raney and Calum Scott ■ Personal brochure from Luke Campbell ■ Hull Truth cards by Mike Emberton ■ Notebook with paper by GF Smith ■ Hoots snacks by Premium Food Co ■ Bottled beers by Atom ■ Generation mug from Hull City AFC ■ Hull KR gift set of pen, key ring and pin badge ■ Hull City of Culture 2017 bag plus the January-March seasonal guide ■ Bondholders’ Your Life magazine
• A Delightful Prime Position • Has Taken £20,000 Weekly • Potential for Much More • Three Excellent Bedrooms • A SUPER OPPORTUNITY PRICED TO SELL. REF 557163. EPC Band C. Business and Property £395,000
GARAGE WORKSHOP, MOT SERVICE, REPAIRS, PETROL STATION & CAR SALES • Fantastic Reputation in the Area • Retirement Sale • Very Well Fitted Throughout • VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED • Annual Turnover £2,063,715 REF 557232. EPC Band D. Business and Property £385,000
• Monopoly Position - Well Populated Village • Worked In Five Lunches and Five Teas • Retirement Sale After Many Years • Detached Three Bedroom Bungalow • Weekly Turnover £1,500 • Net Profits £30,351 REF 557657. Awaiting EPC. Business and Property £349,950
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• Retirement Sale After 20 Years • Substantial Freehold Premises • Four Bedroom Family Accommodation • Worked in Easy Hours • Weekly Turnover £1,000 REF 557652. EPC Band D. Business and Property, Offers Over £199,950
• Fabulous Restaurant • Substantial 3 storey freehold property • Popular seaside town • Luxury 2 bedroom family accomm • Taking £1,400 weekly REF 555502. EPC Band D. Business & Property OIRO £175,000
• Self-Contained Two Bedroom Accommodation • Deceptively Spacious Large Property - Priced to Sell • Very Well-Established Concern - Easy Roadside Parking • VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED • Annual Turnover £66,637 REF 557727. Awaiting EPC. Business and Property £165,000
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New communications chief at ports company COMMUNICATIONS: ABP has appointed Dafydd Williams to the role of head of communications, Humber. Mr Williams, pictured, who is currently head of corporate affairs at Yorkshire Water, joins ABP next month and will be responsible for raising the profile of Humber ports and their contribution to the Yorkshire and Humber region, through building relationships with key stakeholders, including the media.
Dam good training HOSPITALITY: The senior management team for the new Hampton by Hilton Humberside Airport hotel have returned from a four-day training programme in Amsterdam. Sam Teale, pictured left, general manager, and Sam Cook, sales manager, were enrolled into the Hilton Worldwide University at the Hilton Garden Inn Leiden along with 40 other participants from hotels across Europe.
Tax specialist recruited TAX: East Yorkshire company Independent Tax has appointed a tax investigation expert with 30 years of experience as its associate director. John Norman, pictured, who will be based at the company’s headquarters at Brackenholme, near Howden, has previously worked for financial sector giants Grant Thornton UK, BDO UK and KPMG. Gary Brothers, managing partner, said: “This is the most senior role within the team. John’s role is very much client and HMRC-facing.”
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Seven steps to ensure a scandal-free work party Teresa Thomas, of Wilkin Chapman LLP, offers some advice on avoiding the potential perils of the office Christmas party WHILE we may want to simply trust our employees or colleagues to act responsibly and embody the values and shared ethos of the company, sometimes a little help and guidance goes a long way. Here’s some best-practice advice.
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Circulate an inclusive invitation
While we might assume that everyone will want to let their hair down and join in the party, employers must be aware that some employees will not celebrate Christmas, or might have other personal commitments that make attending impossible. Therefore, do not insist that the party is mandatory, or perhaps host a party at another time of year. Also remember that employees may be vegetarian or unable to eat certain foods so ask beforehand about any special dietary requirements so that these can be accommodated.
Be mindful of 2 decorations
Most Christmas decorations such as tinsel, lights and trees are secular and not inherently religious, so it would be difficult to argue that they could cause offence to non-Christians under the Equality Act. However, make sure you conduct a proper risk assessment
and be aware of those that could pose potential fire hazards, and you will not breach health and safety. However, your insurance may not cover damage caused by untested electrical equipment so make sure you switch off tree lights before going home.
3 Set some ground rules
While “party policies” may seem Scrooge-like, it’s possible to set the boundaries of acceptable behaviour while still acknowledging that employees will want to let their hair down. Providing clear, written guidance is a useful reminder to employees that the contract of employment still stands, including clauses such as confidentiality, discipline, harassment and discrimination.
Encourage respons4 ible drinking
Getting blind drunk at Christmas parties may be a thing of the past, but it’s important that employers are responsible when it comes to provision of alcohol. Some small changes you can make are: avoid a free bar to limit excessive consumption; ensure plenty of food is available early on and/or put on entertainment, such as a disco, to prevent employees from simply propping up the bar; keep an eye out for any younger members of staff, as employers cannot allow under-18s to drink.
VALUES: Companies should ensure staff are aware of guidelines at works Christmas parties. Ensure there is a plentiful supply of alcohol-free alternatives and lots of water.
Avoid the perils of 5 social media
In an age where everyone has a smart phone and social media accounts, social media poses one of the most challenging aspects of the office Christmas party. Posting compromising pictures of others without consent could raise data protection issues and inappropriate messages could cause offence or embarrassment, damaging reputations and trust. Employers are advised to have social media policies in place and ensure that employees understand this extends to the party. Another option is to discourage personal photography in favour of having an official photographer, with the images being vetted before sharing company-wide.
Keep present recipi6 ents anonymous
Avoid the normal Secret Santa gifting setup, as some employees can buy inappropriate gifts for employees they know personally. While the recipient may not find the gift offensive, others witnessing the gifting may still. This can be avoided by using a tombola option, where everyone submits an anonymous gift and tickets are drawn in a random manner.
Be clear about attend7 ance the next day
If your party is mid-week, ensure your staff know the extent to which you will be lenient about absence or lateness the next working day and that, if your expectations are breached, disciplinary action may be taken. If an employee does breach your expectations, don’t just lose your temper and type out a written warning: consult your policy on alcohol and drugs misuse and follow your laid-down disciplinary process.
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If you’re an employer and have arranged and paid for a staff Christmas party then, as far as the law is concerned, it is likely to be seen as an extension of the workplace. Employers are still liable for their employees’ actions even if the party occurs outside normal working hours and away from work premises. To avoid your Christmas party becoming a night best forgotten, here are a few points to bear in mind. ■ Ensure that you share up-to-date equal opportunities and anti-harassment policies with your staff, which clearly state that conduct at work-related events, such as Christmas parties, is covered, even if the event takes place out of
Mary Walker Employment partner with Andrew Jackson Solicitors office hours or off the premises. ■ Send an invitation to all employees that sets out the standards of behaviour and conduct expected from them, what types of behaviour are not acceptable and the consequences of inappropriate or unlawful conduct. it’s a good idea to designate senior members of staff to monitor events on the night to ensure that things do not get out of hand. ■ Take steps to ensure the party venue does not present
any health and safety risks, and that employees do not put themselves or other people at risk either during or after the party. Employees should be notified of any particular hazards identified in advance. ■ Consider how employees will get home after the party. If they will not be driving, advise your employees to ensure they have made arrangements in advance to get home, for example by public transport or licensed taxi – and provide the numbers of local taxi firms. Finally, it’s important to ensure that all employees are treated consistently to reduce the risk of any potential claims for discrimination or constructive unfair dismissal.
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Mates have gone global with idea born in local Kevin Smith and Shaun Gibbins, founders of Battle Oats and Icon Nutrition, talk to Catherine Lea about taking a Hull brand worldwide
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s business plans go, it might not appear to have the sturdiest foundations. But for Kevin Smith and Shaun Gibbins, a bit of banter in the local pub has proved a solid springboard to success. The Hessle-based entrepreneurs co-founded Icon Nutrition in 2012, with a spin-off company, Battle Oats, launched in 2014. Kevin said: “Icon Nutrition came out of a conversation in a pub. Shaun and I got talking about setting up our own business. “We wrote ideas on a beer mat. “It sounds like a bit of a cliché, but that is how it happened.” Kevin was at the time working in London. Having graduated in finance and politics, the former University of Hull student had headed to the City where he spent two years carving out a career in finance. However, with the recession in full swing, the chance to come “home” and launch a venture with a lifelong friend proved too hard to resist. Kevin said: “Shaun and I have quite varied, different skills, but they work really well together, so I moved back to Hessle to start the business.” Shaun said: “Kevin and I have been friends since we were four years old, we had gone to the same school and grown up together. “Our lives took a different path when Kevin went to university, but we still met up regularly. “I was working for another company at the time, but I also had my own nutrition business, and was looking to do something new. “It was around Christmas time and we were in the pub talking when Kevin said he wanted to go into business together. “I remember texting him the next morning, to see if he was actually serious.” Battle Oats are mainly sold in independent gyms, climbing facilities and health
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Microsoft Software Price Hike RAISING THE BAR: Kevin Smith, left, and Shaun Gibbins. stores across the UK and have distribution in Ireland, Netherlands, and Kuwait. This year the company sold its millionth bar, and the business now has distribution across the UK, as well as the Netherlands, Kuwait and Ireland. Icon Nutrition specialises in protein powders, with gyms and fitness centres forming its core customer base. It was this customer base that prompted the idea for Battle Oats. Kevin said: “People continued to go the gym and look after their appearance
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I remember texting him the next morning, to see if he was actually serious Shaun Gibbins
through the recession, so as a business Icon was pretty recession-proof. “Customers were saying they wanted something high protein they could eat on the go, so we looked at doing protein bars. “We actually ran a competition on Twitter where we asked people to come up with a name for the product, and ended up with Battle Oats. “We thought it was such a strong name it deserved to be a brand in its own right, so
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we launched that as another business that sits alongside Icon Nutrition.” The two men began working with a family-run bakery in Oxford to formulate recipes, and in 2014 Battle Oats hit the shelves. Beginning with two flavours, there are now five varieties of the bars, with plans to launch new products in the coming months. Kevin said: “The bars are made from 100 per cent natural ingredients, and are gluten free. “Whereas a lot of brands use palm oil in their products, Battle Oats are made using real butter, and together with gluten-free we have found this to be a real selling point.” The company employs nine people at its headquarters in Strickland Street and this figure is set to grow by up to five over the coming year. Next month , Shaun and Kevin will be heading to San Francisco, with the Department for International Trade (DIT). Battle Oats is one of 30 companies making the trip as part of a Northern Powerhouse trade mission. Kevin said: “DIT has been instrumental in pretty much everything we have done. “We are a UK company, but we have plans to grow the brand internationally. “2017 will see us really pushing the retail side of the business. “There is a growing market in the Middle East, but we see huge potential in other countries, including the States.” Shaun said: “With some industries, you go to trade shows and people do not really talk to each other, but this is a really fun sector to be in. “People are really interested in the product, and will come over and have a chat and a laugh. “And given the increase in demand of protein-packed consumer goods, Battle Oats fills a growing need for providing on-the-go healthy alternatives to low protein, sugar-laden confectionery items you often see on the high street shelves.”
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Handing out help for good health City hygiene specialists offer advice on how to avoid infection over winter months IT IS the time of year when cold, flu and aggressive stomach bugs are rife. Cases of norovirus, which causes vomiting and diarrhoea, are up 9 per cent compared with the average for this time over the past five winters, according to Public Health England (PHE). But Janette Elliott, of Elliott Hygiene Limited in Hull, said there are simple steps organisations can take to protect their productivity and their people. According to PHE, there have been 1,704 instances of people seeking NHS help due to norovirus so far this winter, with the total number likely to be higher as many people battle their symptoms “off the radar” at home. There have also been 100 outbreaks of the bug in hospitals, resulting in closures of beds and entire wards. Ms Elliott, co-director of the Raywell Street-based hygiene and catering supply firm, said norovirus and/or severe colds and flu, can easily wipe out more than 25 per cent of an organisation’s staff overnight. “One of the greatest risks of spreading this illness stems from poor hand hygiene,” said Ms Elliott. “Bacteria grow and spread at an alarming rate and it is very easy to transfer a bug like this without stringent preventative measures in place. “Not only that, but employees should stay away from work for at least 48 hours after a bad cold, flu or,
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worse, a stomach upset. “This is particularly important if they work in a food preparation environment, or with vulnerable people such as the very young or elderly.” Ms Elliott said: “I’ve visited business owners in the past week who, having been previously hit by team absences due to these illnesses, are seeking to prevent a recurrence over the forthcoming winter season. “The first and most critical thing is hand hygiene, and ruling out cross contamination. “Firms should have industrial grade hand sanitisers at the entrances and exits to their buildings and key ‘high traffic areas’. “They also need professional quality antibacterial soap in all their washrooms, consistently encouraging all employees and visitors to use them. “Hot desking is commonplace at many firms these days, and therefore it’s also really important that teams clean down their stations between shifts and that the dedicated cleaners routinely sanitise all desks with antibacterial sprays and wipes. “The cleaning processes and chemicals their hygiene teams use need to be professional quality and antibacterial, in order to do their job.”
FINGER TIPS: Right, Mark and Janette Elliott, of Elliott’s Hygiene. Washing hands, above, is an important part of staying healthy. Picture: Kate Woolhouse
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The traders yule be lost without this Christmas The region’s businesses busy working behind the festive scenes
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ike Santa’s elves, employees at many East Yorkshire firms have their busiest time in the lead-up to Christmas. Whether it is making delicious chocolates or supplying an Everest-high mountain of toilet rolls, their non-stop efforts ensure our festivities are everything we want them to be. At one end of the scale are the region’s artisan food companies, who produce the Yuletide sweetmeats we all so much look forward to. White Rabbit Chocolatiers in Beverley sells about 10,000 of its award-winning chocolate truffles from about now, not to mention its cute collection of 3D penguins and snowmen. Talented owner and chocolatier Sally Hawkes, who runs the shop with son Ed, hand makes the shop’s vast array of luxury goodies. She described how she and her team are working night and day to keep pace with demand. “Chocolate season really gets into full swing from Advent through to Easter,” she said. “During these months, you’ll find us often working seven days a week to ensure people can have the treats they desire. “This year will be particularly busy for us, having opened our new White Rabbit Chocolate Café. “It’s a real labour of love for us, though, because we’re passionate about the role chocolate plays in making occasions memorable, and never more so than at Christmas.” Another firm rushed off its feet making sweet things at this time of year is Shepcote Ltd, of Driffield, a food distributor that also manufactures marzipan goods, including marzipan fruits for high-end stores such as London’s Fortnum and Mason and Selfridge’s, and the Harvey Nichols chain. They also make luxury mince pies and cake ingredients and decorations for bakeries supplying Christmas cakes to all the UK’s major supermarkets. Factory manager Gavin Astill said: “Our Christmas season starts in July and during our peak production time of August to October, we run 24 hours a day. “Members of our team effectively put their lives on hold, working lots of hours to deliver what our suppliers need. “They do it because they
MAGIC INGREDIENT: Gavin Astill, with Tina Potter, left, and Jane Potts and some of Shepcote’s products. Picture: Simon Kench know what an important part Christmas plays in people’s lives and they want to help make it just right.” By the time this year’s peak season is over they will have supplied an impressive 250,000 retail packs of marzipan confectionery, more than one million cake decorations and in excess of 10,000 tonnes of delicious Christmas cake ingredients, which include sugar, nuts and dried fruit. At arguably the less glamourous end of things are the stalwarts at Elliott’s Hygiene Ltd. The Hull-based hygiene and catering supplier provides everything from paper cups to napkins, to a range of local venues including Hull New Theatre. While Santa doles out gifts, the Elliott’s team are also flying from A to B, making sure our favourite haunts do not run low on essential items. While you are sitting watching the panto, you might want to give some thought to the
1,157,584 metres of toilet rolls, 615,809 metres of hand towels and 377,460 napkins they typically provide during December – significantly more than in any other month of the year. Company director Mark Elliott said: “It’s not the most glitzy element of Christmas we deal with, but we like to think that without us quietly working away in the background, the experience wouldn’t be quite the same.” Co-director Janette Elliott said: “It’s most important to ensure appropriate sanitation when you have big groups of people coming together to celebrate, as that’s when there is the greatest risk of illnesses like colds, flu and winter vomiting bugs being spread. “We make it our mission to try to rule out the risk of such things spoiling Christmas for event-goers.” The region’s service industries also see an increase in demand over Christmas. Jayne Morgan, director of
SWEET SENSATION: Ed Hawkes at White Rabbit Chocolatiers.
Mulberry Residential estate agents in Beverley, said Christmas is surprisingly busy with people searching for their dream home. “People might have a preconception that Christmas is a quiet time for property sales, but it’s actually quite the opposite,” she said. Nick Miller, owner of Hullbased James Legal solicitors, said this has a knock-on effect for them, when it comes to sorting out the conveyancing for property-based transactions. “We always see a bit of a conveyancing rush around this time of year, from people wanting to complete on their property purchases in time to move in and enjoy their new home by Christmas,” he said. “This year has been particularly busy, and we’re expecting to have processed 25 per cent more completions this December than any other month.” Village Farm Marquees, based at Skipsea, is witnessing an interesting new trend of people wanting to extend their home-based dining spaces. Owner Tony Newman said: “We’re getting lots of people asking us to extend their homes so that they can entertain more guests there. “This includes everything from adding a marquee onto the side of their house to extending their dining room, to lining out their garage as a party venue. “What we call the ‘Bake Off phenomenon’ is also leading to a general trend towards people wanting to cook for their family and friends at home, and make more of the facilities they have at hand.”
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COMMUNICATIONS company Cobus is extending its support for a Hull charity into a second year – an unprecedented step for the firm that has provided backing and fundraising valued at more than £70,000 for local good causes since 2010. Recognised for its work to help voluntary organisations across the Yorkshire region, the Cobus Foundation – a charitable arm of the city telecoms firm – has again selected Paul – For Brain Recovery as its nominated charity, announcing the move as it officially marked its 25th anniversary. The west Hull based company will continue offering corporate assistance, contacts, funding and business acumen that has already provided tremendous benefits to the charity. Paul Spence, who suffered a life-changing brain injury in 2012, when he was the victim of a violent, unprovoked attack on a night out in Hull, set up the charity. His passion for sport, nutrition
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and research as a therapeutic driving force for positive change and influence matched that of Cobus managing director Michael Smith. Mr Smith said: “As soon as I met Paul I knew we were going to hit it off.” Mr Spence and Mr Smith undertook a gruelling Hadrian’s Wall, coast-to-coast fundraising trek earlier this year, the punishing hike taking the pair almost 90 miles over rough terrain. “After the past year, especially the Hadrian’s Wall event, Paul has become someone that I would class as a close friend and who I have a lot of respect for,” said Mr Smith. “The charity has grown exponentially and is a credit not just to Paul but also his passionate and dedicated team. “It was a big decision to break the
mould and continue the ongoing Cobus Foundation support into a second year, but it’s something that I feel very strongly about and we have so many unfinished projects and exciting ideas to implement across 2017 that we just needed more time.” Paul – For Brain Recovery, which operates from the Wilberforce Health Centre in Hull, offers a support service for the brain-injured across the region. Mr Spence said: “It has been great getting to know Mike and the Cobus team. “I have formed a great friendship with Mike as we share very similar values. “We both love exercise and both want to make a positive difference in our local community.” Mr Spence and Mr Smith plan to trek a difficult 41km section of the Great Wall of China next May as a way of supporting the charity’s work.
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DESIGN: Pupils at Hull’s Eastfield Primary School were delighted to be asked to design this year’s Christmas card for the company that keeps their school clean and tidy. The request came from ICS Cleaning, part of SPS Group Services, who have a longstanding business relationship with the school, off Anlaby High Road. Three Year 3 classes set to work to create their colourful
designs, the winners (one from each of the classes) adorning the company’s 2016 cards. Winners Bradley, Emily and Victoria each received gift vouchers and the school received £100 to put towards arts and crafts equipment. All the children who entered received a selection box. Chris Turner, managing director of ICS, said: “We were delighted with all the wonderful entries from the children.”
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As 2016 comes to a close, we look back at the year’s success stories By Debbie Hall Business Reporter d.hall@hulldailymail.co.uk
YEAR TO REMEMBER: Fiona Wright, packing operative at the opening of the Siemens factory. Inset, KCOM installing Lightstream; work begins on Hull’s Doubletree by Hilton; and Brexit. Main picture: Jerome Ellerby panies have been helping to transform Hull’s digital landscape, with plans to continue that upward trajectory in 2017. Hull-based KCOM passed a landmark 100,000 properties reached with its ultrafast fibre broadband this year, and is hoping to have rolled out Lightstream to at least 150,000 properties by this time next year.
The eyes of the world were on another local communications firm this year, Connexin, when it was awarded a contract by Hull City Council to deliver free public wi-fi across the city. The firm said the development of its flagship network in Hull would be used as a model to showcase its offering nationally and internationally.
Manufacturing and exporting are both sectors that have remained optimistic, and are forging on in the wake of the vote, many companies seeing it as an opportunity to strengthen their growth ambitions in new areas. Chaucer Food Group, of west Hull,
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Worlds of art and business come together ARTS and business combined with a festive flourish as local theatre performers entertained industry guests at a gathering organised by Beverley company Local Transport Projects (LTP). One of the UK’s leading independent transport practices, LTP teamed up with the town’s East Riding Theatre (ERT), which itself is garnering national acclaim for its productions. ERT, along with former Royal Shakespeare Company actor Richard Avery and Rachel Barnes, of She Productions, also based at ERT, presented transportthemed songs and stories to guitar and cello accompaniment for about 50 guests. Tony Kirby, LTP director, said: “There’s some amazing talent here in East Yorkshire across the arts and business, and with Hull as the UK’s City of Culture in 2017, we wanted to use the first Christmas in our new offices to highlight to our guests some of the region’s superb performance artists.” Established in 2004, LTP provides transport planning, traffic engineering and highway design services to local government, developers, health providers and the education sector. This summer, the company moved to prestigious new offices in Armstrong House in Beverley’s Flemingate development. Nearby ERT is a professional theatre set up in 2014 to produce top-class shows. The company’s current production of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations, which runs until January 7, has just been given a four-star rating in The Stage for a “fast-paced and haunting take on Dickens’s novel”.
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IT HAS been the year of Brexit, its shockwaves being felt across many sectors and fears voiced about its impact on the world of business. But the success stories that continue to be told through these pages and elsewhere have shown the resilience of Hull and East Yorkshire businesses in meeting challenging situations head-on. The uncertainty continues, but the region’s companies have emerged from the shadow of the Brexit vote, ploughing on with their growth strategies, finding new markets for their services and, in some cases, reporting post-referendum success they had not even dreamt of. Green Port Hull and the recent opening of Siemens’ £160m blade factory have been central to renewables developments in the region. The offshore wind turbine facility was officially opened by business secretary Greg Clark earlier this month and forms part of a £310m transformation of Alexandra Dock by Siemens and Associated British Ports. Having altered the physical face of Hull, it is hoped it will also change the city’s employment prospects, with 700 jobs already created and plans to reach 1,000, with the majority of employees coming from Hull and the surrounding area. TRG Wind, a turbine support company, also chose Hull as the base for its European offshore operations this year. A number of communications com-
SONGS AND STORIES: From left, Andy Mayo, Tony Kirby and Rachel Barnes.
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Plenty of positive energy for future Continued from PAGE 1 a global producer of freeze-dried foods and specialist bread products which was recently bought out by a Japanese firm, expects to increase its exports significantly over the next three years, believing “Leave” has created many advantages that can now be seized upon. Another Hull company, food giant Cranswick, said sterling’s weakness after the Brexit vote had made the cost of British pork more competitive internationally and cheaper for UK retailers than EU imports. The FTSE 250 firm saw its Asia exports grow 60 per cent to £50m in the first quarter alone, compared with last year, as it capitalised on China’s appetite for pork and the country’s dwindling domestic supply. There have been the continuing developments of RB’s £105m laboratory complex at Dansom Lane, in east Hull. The Centre for Scientific Excellence is billed as the largest investment in the pharmaceutical company’s 170-year history, and is due to open in 2018. Retail has had its share of milestone moments in 2016, with developments including the opening of a flagship Next store in Kingswood – a huge department store, complete with garden centre – which has created 150 jobs. Last month, The Derwent Group announced more new store openings at its Anlaby Retail Park, including arrivals by fashion retailer Peacocks and Cancer Research UK, following on from a Food Warehouse – the latter being a first for the region as frozen food retailer Iceland sought to expand its Food Warehouse brand to 19 sites across England and Wales. The hospitality sector has also had its place in the headlines, with work beginning in Hull on the largest conference and events venue outside Leeds and Manchester. The city centre’s DoubleTree by Hilton hotel is costing £25m to build and will offer 165 beds and an events facility for up to 1,000 people when it opens next November. This year also saw a revamped programme for Humber Business Week, hailed as one of the most successful in the history of the event, and companies highlighted for their award-winning people and activities – not least those heralded at the Mail’s own Humber Renewables Awards and the Hull Daily Mail Business Awards, which celebrated a new dawn for the local economy.
‘Magic moments of 2016 give the city confidence’ Chamber of Commerce chief executive picks highlights of year By Debbie Hall Business Reporter d.hall@hulldailymail.co.uk
THE chief executive of Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce has highlighted some of the standout events of 2016 in a look back over the organisation’s year. Dr Ian Kelly said there were “two magic moments” in particular that resonated with him. “The first has to be the opening of Siemens’ wind turbine blade factory,” said Dr Kelly, who has been chief executive of the Chamber and its seven subsidiaries since 1995, and organised the merger of Hull and the other four local Chambers in the Humber region four years later. “For me, it is a particularly warm reflection that Matt Jukes – who was president of the Chamber when Siemens made that first announcement a few years ago about their Humber ambitions – was at the celebration for the opening of the blade factory this month. “Clark MacFarlane [managing director of Siemens’ wind power division] reminded Matt and I of when he spoke at the Chamber’s annual dinner and the comedian
POSITIVE ENERGY: The Siemens factory at Alexndra Dock. Patrick Monahan crawled under his legs – he was wearing a kilt – in front of a packed audience to guffaws of laughter. “Matt said at the time, ‘I hope that doesn’t lose us the £300m contract’.
‘MAGIC MOMENTS’: Dr Ian Kelly.
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“It was a happy recollection of when it all started and now it has come to fruition, the start of a revolution in offshore wind.” The factory launch, attended by Secretary of State for Business Greg Clark and former Secretary of State for Business Alan Johnson, saw Juergen Maier, chief executive of Siemens UK, speak of what his company, Dong Energy, and ABP were doing together in the Humber, describing it as “real-life industry policy in action”. “I spoke to Juergen after the speeches and it was his view that this was a really cutting-edge example of what industry policy could be like,” said Dr Kelly, who also used the occasion to flag up to the Northern Powerhouse Minister Andrew Percy MP the Chamber’s strong hope that, in the Government’s new Green Paper on Industry Policy in the new year, much more of this kind of thinking would be evident.
“The other great milestone for me was Hull totting up its individual investments over the past year and realising it had passed the £1bn mark, a figure Hull has probably not achieved before. “We are all aware of the many different issues our city has, and still faces, but as we enter the UK City of Culture year, there are these two examples of positivity, which can give us confidence for the future.” Dr Kelly said: “Our new president in 2017, Phil Ascough, is very much running with the City of Culture theme and so we have set aside £300,000 from our reserves, and income generated through investment will be committed to local art and culture to support growth and development. “We will also be using 2017 to have international conversations about bringing foreign dignitaries to Hull to celebrate City of Culture with us.”
COUNTY COURT JUDGMENTS Non-corporate judgments Mr David Butler: T/As The Butler Company, The Old Vicarage, Main Road, Mappleton, Hornsea, £1,621, 12-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre. Ms Tina Parry: T/As The Health Baa, 8 Marvel Street, Hull, £873, 08-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre. Ms Julie Barker: T/As The Health Baa, 22 Bramshaw Street, Hull, £873, 08-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre. Ms Alice Yib: T/As Yinjibar, 6 Union Street, Hull, £881, 09-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre.
Corporate judgments
Leisure Build Limited: Unit 3 Burma Drive, Hull, £21,156, 08-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre. Trend Setterz Limited: 41-43 Princes Avenue, Hull, £369 08-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre. YP Trading Limited: 1 Mizzen Road, Hull, £5,401 04-Feb-16, County Court Money Claims Centre. J&R Angling & Diving Charters Scarborough Ltd: 1057 Spring Bank West Hull, £2,517 09-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre. The Pickering Hotel Limited: 185 Askew Avenue Hull, £728, 09-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre.
Lewis Ashley Services Ltd: Unit 5, A Brooksbank Industrial Estate, Tower House Lane, Saltend, £194, 13-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre. Jonathon Hardy: T/As Hardy Building Services, 14 Monic Avenue, Hessle, £6,448, 13-Dec-16, County Court Money Claims Centre. Fox & Fuller Construction Limited: 39 Lamorna Avenue, Hull, £1,255, 13-Dec-16, County Court Money Claims Centre. Neta Laundry Ltd: 438 Cottingham Road, Hull, £5,669, 14-Dec-16, County Court Business Centre.
Corporate satisfactions
YP Trading Limited: 1 Mizzen Road, Hull, £4,665 04-Feb-16, County Court Money Claims Centre.
Satisfied: 09-Dec-16. Eggleston Ceramics Limited: 153 Staveley Road, Hull, £7,016 26-Oct-16, County Court Business Centre. Satisfied: 23-Nov-16. SP Smedley Ltd: 1a Teal Road, Newport, Brough, £1,885 16-Nov-16, County Court Money Claims Centre. Satisfied: 30-Nov-16. Hull, City Council: Guildhall, Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, £9,656 18-Oct-16, County Court Money Claims Centre. Satisfied: 13-Dec-16.
Corporate cancellations
Graphic Line Machinery Limited: 45 Prestongate, Hessle, £1,121, 27-Oct-16, County Court Money Claims Centre. Cancelled: 02-Dec-16.
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Paper maker is showing its colours to the world GF Smith launches 4,000sq ft Show Space in central London By Debbie Hall Business Reporter d.hall@hulldailymail.co.uk
A HULL company, which is recognised as a global leader in supplying beautiful coloured and textured papers to the creative world, has ended its 131st year in business by opening a window on the world of its products for the first time. GF Smith, based in Lockwood Street, has launched Show Space in central London, describing it as “part brand experience, part consultancy space, part event space”. Show Space, in Eastcastle Street, off Oxford Street, is being targeted at designers and brand owners, offering a more personal and intimate approach when it comes to communications and consumer experiences between GF Smith and its clients. John Haslam, joint managing director of GF Smith, who is based in the capital, said: “GF Smith has always had the desire and ambition to inspire the creative world and Show Space is yet another landmark moment in our phenomenal history.” “We wanted to create a space that challenges, inspires and wows. Students and creative directors alike will be welcome to visit us. We promise innovation and education with our ever-changing curated installations and showcases.” The 4,000sq ft Show Space has been designed as an entry point into all the services the company provides, with areas devoted to telling the stories behind its handmade photobooks, its custom digital-image framing facility and the 50 shades of its core Colorplan
50 SHADES OF CREATIVE: Hull paper manufacturerr GF Smith, of Lockwood Street, has launched Show Space in central London. range of papers, first launched in 1936. While the striking, multi-purpose Show Space, is very much a celebration of the power and beauty of paper in a digital age, it also traces the GF Smith name right back to its roots when founder George Frederick Smith – working from an office in London and a warehouse within a stone’s throw of the docks in Hull – won business in Europe, found partners in America and gathered together a loyal and industrious staff for his paper merchant business.
Phil Alexander, joint-managing director in Hull, where all GF Smith’s manufacturing, corporate and support services are based, said archive material from some of the fir m’s earliest days is being displayed in the innovative venue. “On the wall in the Show Space is a briefcase that belonged to Herbert Tomlinson, our MD through both World Wars,” said Mr Alexander. “The briefcase was found in Hull when we were refurbishing the premises. “Another item is the original letter that was sent out to customers in
Hull in May 1941, saying GF Smith regretted being unable to fulfil their orders at that time because both the Hull and London warehouses had been destroyed by enemy action.” The present-day GF Smith employs more than 200 people – three-quarters of them based in Hull – and has a turnover of £30m. Exporting to more than 60 countries, this year the firm brought Russia and Italy on board as Colorplan stock holders, joining Australia, the US and China. “The big investments this year have been in Show Space and new
warehouse premises in London,” said Mr Alexander, “and we have made additions to our UK sales team and invested in equipment and staff resources in Hull. “We continue to work with many of the country’s leading luxury retail brands, such as Mulberry, who have collaborated with us on a project that features in the Show Space exhibition.” This provides insight into the tools and techniques behind the development of a Colorplan bespoke paper for the brand – Mulberry Green – plotting the journey from idea to reality. Running for three months, the Mulberry Green exhibition will then be replaced by another paper-led showcase with a GF Smith creative partner. The company is also the UK’s leading manufacturer of luxury wedding albums, and its Make Book digital photo book derivative, which is produced by the same team in Hull that make the wedding albums, is also displayed at the London Show Space. Mr Alexander said that all the company’s staff would be invited to Show Space in the coming year so they could see how their products were being showcased, and added: “We are also working closely with Hull City of Culture – there is going to be a major joint venture announced in season two of the Hull 2017 programme.”
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Businesses hold key to Case as charity ends the year with style
Two words sum up what Hull charity Case is all about – improving lives. Marketing manager Steve Rusling talks to Debbie Hall about how he is helping to make that happen
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t looked a lot like Santa’s workshop when Steve Rusling showed me into a meeting room, offering me a seat among the many parcels, some already gift-wrapped, some still destined for the festive paper and curly ribbon treatment. “Apologies for all the stuff. I’ve managed to find £1,000 of sponsorship for our Christmas party and £500 of it was for presents so everyone had one,” said Steve, marketing manager at Case. “We like to have a party every Christmas but it’s the first time we have been able to hold it somewhere like the KCOM Stadium, thanks to the fantastic sponsorship we have had from KCOM this year.” Steve, who has been with the charity for just over two years, was delighted that another £200 – “it was from an anonymous businessman” – had been added to the pot to help make it an extra special festive celebration for Case, which supports trainees who have various learning disabilities. “Recently I’ve been organising all the Christmas activities for the trainees – they are the most important thing about Case. “It’s Case’s first pantomime this year – they are doing Jack And The Beanstalk and have worked so hard to pull it off and they
FESTIVE FUN: The Case Christmas Panto.
TIME TO CELEBRATE: Steve Rusling, of Case in Charles Street, Hull. Left, Steve with the new minibus. Pictures: Darren Casey
have given me a little part in it as well, as a health and safety officer.” Steve has had a busy year continuing to raise the profile of Case, the Charles Streetbased charity that was first formed in 1985 by parents and carers of people aged 16-plus who have a learning disability, helping to give them better life opportunities. It provides the trainees with a chance to develop skills including cooking and healthy living, gardening and creative arts,
as well as exploring employment opportunities or simply as a way of making friends. Steve is particularly pleased that supporters of Case helped to buy a second minibus this year, which has enabled the trainees to take part in more social activities. He said: “It has been bought with funding from our 250 Club and our Business Support Group and has meant we can do much more. “We can put more activities on – Case has a football team that plays in the East Riding Community Inclusion League and that kind of thing wouldn’t be possible without the bus.” The 250 Club is an innovative community business partnership – for a minimum donation of £250, companies receive a membership certificate, newsletters and invitations to attend regular networking events. The Business Support Group, which was founded in 2005, provides not only financial help but also time, advice, influence in the local community and other crucial support. “We have about 14 local senior business people involved and we get together about every six weeks or so to see what can be done to support Case,” said Steve. “The group has a new chairman, Becky Dymond, of Harris Lacey & Swain. “We are always keen to hear from anyone else interested in joining. We can take on plenty more – as many as could sensibly fit in a boardroom, really. “The Business Support Group has been key to Case over the past ten years, giving their time, ideas and advice.” Steve came to Case from a marketing role at Hull City Council – “I was on an agency contract doing the preliminary City of Culture stuff ” – and previous to that, had his own marketing and events company in his home town of Grimsby. “Through that company I did Lincolnshire Food Festival at the Meridian Park in Cleethorpes,” said Steve, “and as a result of
that, I got invited to Westminster Abbey when it held its first harvest festival since 1066. “It was attended by Camilla Parker Bowles and was an amazing day. “Walking in just in front of me were Richard and Judy.” Steve has also spent time as events manager on the four P&O Ferries sailing out of Hull, and as assistant cruise director on Island Cruises and Princess Cruises. “The latter took me to places like Australia, South America and India. “It was about events, and customer service and I used to have to promote what was going on on the ships, which is where my love of marketing came in.” These days, Steve, who left John Whitgift School in Grimsby aged 16 with no real career direction – “I worked in a supermarket for five years and was a pub manager for a bit” – shares his experience with interns from the University of Hull, two per academic year. “They come for ten weeks – I am interviewing now for next year – and they get to work in a marketing environment and learn about a charity, and I get the support of someone for two days a week.” Steve, who recently qualified as a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, was delighted to organise this year’s successful Case gala dinner, which had Seventies soul group The Real Thing performing for more than 200 people at the KCOM Stadium, raising more than £6,000 for the charity. “It was the most raised for a long time,” he said. The dinner celebrates the charity and all the individuals and businesses who come together to support their efforts. “We already have some plans in the pipeline for next year, with another amazing headline act lined up,” said Steve. “I can’t wait until we can publicise that.”
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HARD AT WORK: Workshop engineer Andy Pearce. “Heron Foods has a lot of machines from us now,” said Mr Baker, who joined the business in 1995 as regional service manager for the Humber area. “We have taken on two more sales people this year, Robbie Whitfield and Jayne Perkins, and also we have Nicola Arnott on board now, who is dealing with all our marketing. “We are expanding our territory as far as Harrogate and across to York, and all along the East Coast, including Scarborough and Bridlington,” said Mr Baker, whose company’s 2,000-plus customers benefit from products and managed print service packages, not only in this area but on the south bank of the Humber
and in West Yorkshire, too. In fact, the firm does business with companies as far afield as the Scottish Borders. Mr Baker will be venturing much farther than that in the coming 12 months, after signing up for an Arctic trek with TV presenter Helen Fospero. Hosting the Mail’s 2016 Business Awards last month, Ms Fospero revealed that she was leading the 140-mile Finland trek in her role as an ambassador for Barnardo’s, and asked for business sponsors to help support the expedition. “I’ve already started going to the gym in preparation,” said Mr Baker, whose place on the challenge will need to be backed with £2,500 of funds for the cause. “I am excited about it, to be honest,” he said. “We leave on March 7, which is my birthday, and some of it will be walking with snowshoes, some is husky sledding and some is skiing. “It will hopefully raise lots of money for the children and it will also drive a lot of attention to the business as well – they are making a documentary while we are out there.” KRL supports sporting and community causes, sponsoring North Ferriby United and Grimsby Town football clubs, and Pocklington Rugby Union. “We are sponsoring Hull City’s game against Everton on December 30,” said Mr Baker. “We are a company that tries to put back.” ■ KRL Group is at Billwin House, Malmo Road, Hull, HU7 0YF. Call 01482 657007. Visit www.krlgroup. net
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Milestone in the 20-year journey of east Hull firm
Systems development company marks hugely successful 2016 A HULL firm that helps to make life simpler for millions of transport users is celebrating a landmark year. Systex, a systems development company and smartcard bureau, is the east Hull-based part of the ESP Group, which is marking a hugely successful 2016. During the year, it has seen turnover increase to £75m, celebrated its ten-year partnership with Transport for London (TfL) and grown its employee base to 425 people across three locations. Michael Longman, managing director of Systex, said: “Over the past 20 years we have had many successes, but 2016 has seen our biggest achievements so far. Increasing our turnover, winning awards and celebrating our
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Double victory for Systex at Yorkshire awards
partnership with TfL was only possible because of the hard work and dedication our team puts in every day. “We’re delighted to say all our success is because of our team.” ESP claimed eight prestigious awards during the year, including being named in the Tech Track 100 for the second consecutive year, highlighting the business’s continued growth, as well as being placed 24th in the Northern Tech Awards and seventh in the Investec Mid-Market 100 awards. At the sixth Yorkshire Fastest 50 Awards, organised by Ward Hadaway, where Systex
SYSTEX claimed a double victory at the Ward Hadaway Yorkshire Fastest 50 2016 Awards, earlier this year. The company won the awards for fastest-growing large
enjoyed success, the company was described as a “brilliant example of all that is best about business in Yorkshire”. Jamie Martin, managing partner at Ward Hadaway, said: “ESP Systex stood out in terms of its phenomenal growth rate and is a great example of an engine of the Northern Powerhouse, helping to drive forward not only
business and overall fastestgrowing business with an average annual turnover growth of 144.1 per cent – effectively more than doubling its turnover in each of the past three years.
Yorkshire’s economy but that of the whole of the North of England.” ESP is made up of three leading organisations, including Journeycall, which delivers blended unscripted contact centre support, fulfilment services, delay repay and passenger assist services; Viaqqio, which provides future mobility design services, visioning
ACHIEVEMENTS: ESP Systex Ltd in Holderness Road, east Hull. Inset, managing director Michael Longman.
and IP creation, and Systex. All the services assist major transport operators, such as TfL, Transport for Greater Manchester, Abellio and Go-Ahead. Other customers include the Department for Transport, National Rail Enquiries and the Welsh Government. As well as being the largest dedicated transport contact centre in the UK, ESP is the
UK’s leading smart card personalisation and bureau service. Together these ensure customers’ travel cards, tickets and concessionary passes can be ordered easily and dispatched swiftly. ESP works to provide customers with the support they need to make mobility work for them, on the phone, via webchat, email or social media.
One more great year for IT specialists IT HAS been a great year for Hull IT and communications specialist The One Point. The company, which recently moved into new offices at Bridgehead Business Park, has seen more growth and industry awards during the past 12 months, and is now looking ahead to continuing success in 2017. Managing director Martin Lauer said: “It has been a fantastic year and we cannot wait until 2017. “We have added more than £1m to our sales this year and have grown our team by an extra eight people. “We have also continued with our apprenticeship programme and have another two people who will be fully qualified in early 2017 and joining us in full-time employment.” The One Point offers managed technology services in four main areas – IT, communications, business mobiles and apps, and software.
BIG MOVE: The One Point at Bridgehead Business Park in Hessle.
ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE Mr Lauer said: “Where typically a business would go to maybe seven different suppliers for their telecoms, IT, mobiles and CRM software, they can come to us and get it all provided, with support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, which is critical for many of our customers, such as retailers including Pandora and Hugh Rice, and fast food retailers nationwide. “Some of their biggest days will be Saturdays and Sundays, and days such as Christmas Eve and Boxing Day, when traditional support will have closed, but we are always open and ready with engineers.” The One Point, which has made the move to the innovative Hessle business park with IT@ Spectrum, is now sharing the prestigious surroundings with some of the region’s leading businesses. The new space is being seen as a showcase for innovation, mobilisation and digitisation, with technical excellence, sales and engineering support, all under one roof. “We supply fully managed technology systems to the likes of Swift Caravans and the NHS,” said Mr Lauer. “We look after many of the schools, too, with their IT. “We are carrying more than two million calls a month through our hosted telephone system. “We won the O2 Direct (Small) Partner of the Year at the O2 Partner Awards this year and we have been recognised in the top 5 per cent of Microsoft Partners in the UK.” The One Point continues to support activities in the local community, giving its backing to the charitable endeavours of the Smile
ONE-STOP SHOP: Martin Lauer, managing director of The One Point, with service desk analyst Drew Skinner. Pictures: Kate Woolhouse Foundation. This year, The One Point team kept up its Christmas tradition of donating 100 shoeboxes to the Samaritans Purse Operation Christmas Child appeal. Over the coming months, the company will be working closely with Wilberforce Sixth Form College as students prepare to build and race a kit car. The project, organised by Greenpower Education Trust, is intended to inspire young people to view a career in engineering as
fascinating, relevant and dynamic. Mr Lauer said: “Our mobile apps department has been a big hit in the past six months. “My ambition is to have our mobile app service in the pocket of every employee of every company we support. “Next year is going to be even better for us. “We have got the bit between our teeth and we are delivering great service and great value to our end users.”
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Regus Hull goes from strength to strength SINCE opening its first location in Hull in November 2015, global workspace provider Regus has welcomed companies of all sizes through the doors of its Norwich House centre. Regus Hull, located in Savile Street in the heart of the city centre, has proved that offering a range of workspace on flexible terms is a winning formula when it comes to attracting the city’s professionals. The facility provides a variety of full -equipped workspace options and business services, which cater to the diverse needs of today’s businesses. These include a drop-in business lounge, virtual offices, serviced offices, meeting rooms and video conferencing. One example of a local business that has experienced the benefits of using the flexible space is Vogue Estate Agents, which moved from high street premises into Regus Hull in January. Owner Nick Beach said: “The move to the Regus space has allowed us to totally rethink our operation.
FLEXIBLE WORKSPACE: Regus Hull offices in Savile Street, city centre.
“We are saving about £15k per year by not occupying high street premises, and we are reinvesting this saving into the business – increasing our marketing and generally raising awareness of the brand.” Richard Morris, UK chief exec-
utive, Regus, said: “We opened our centre in Hull in response to the strong demand in the city for costeffective workspace that matches today’s flexible, modern workforce. “We know that more and more people are working flexibly, instead of the traditional 9 to 5 in the office,
and we are seeing a growth in interest in flexible working options which provide a more agile alternative to fixed offices. “The flexible terms that we offer for our workspace cater to this change in today’s work habits. “Investing in Hull has proved to be
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TECHNOLOGY: The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has said the Government must step up and deliver broadband services to small firms. Figures released by Ofcom highlight the challenges small businesses face in getting connected to the digital economy. The FSB has said the Government needs to deliver a Universal Service Obligation (USO) so that a basic level of broadband can be accessed by all small businesses by the end of the Parliament. Mike Cherry, FSB national chairman, said: “Too many small businesses are held back by poor broadband coverage and slow speeds. “Although progress continues to be made, Ofcom has shown why an ambitious USO is essential to get all businesses connected to a basic level of broadband.”
Last-minute Christmas RETAIL: Many shoppers in the North leave their Christmas gift buying until the last minute, according to a new survey from consumer credit company Equifax. The study reveals that 12 per cent of the region’s shoppers will still be buying presents on Christmas Eve. Leaving the seasonal shopping until the last minute increases the risk of blowing the budget in order to make sure there is something under the Christmas tree, Equifax warns, advising consumers to plan ahead to avoid having to pay off unnecessary Christmas debts in 2017.
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HULL ON TOUR: Adam Couch, CEO of Cranswick plc, and Liz Draper, of the Hull 2017 team, with one of the trucks heading out on to UK roads.
FOOD: Hull firm Cranswick plc, a City Partner of Hull 2017, has sent two trailers adorned with iconic images and eye-catching messages out onto the roads to spread the message about the city’s big year. As one of East Yorkshire’s largest employers, Cranswick announced it was strengthening its links to arts and culture in the city in October by backing Hull 2017 as a City Partner. The food producer and supplier made its roots in Hull more than 40 years ago, and now employs more than 4,000 people.
To demonstrate the company’s proud affiliation with the city, the specially created lorries, which were designed by local Hull agency Ewens, will tour the UK. Adam Couch, chief executive of Cranswick, said: “We are delighted to be spreading the message of Hull 2017 across the country and are excited to be at the heart of supporting the City of Culture – to be involved is a privilege. “Our staff are really excited that City of Culture is coming to Hull and the opportunities that brings.”
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FROM breakfasting with penguins to helping businesses get “back to the future”, it has been a busy and rewarding year for Hull community interest company For Entrepreneurs Only (FEO). The organisation is made up of local business owners who between them employ almost 20,000 people and turn over more than £3bn. Jan Brumby, chief executive of FEO, said: “We are all passionate about doing our best to keep the local economy buoyant and job creation is at the forefront. “One of the things that makes FEO unique is that everything we do is peer-led. “Entrepreneurs learn from, and are driven by, like-minded, positive role models and if this can be done personally and locally, it has maximum impact. “It’s a very positive, can-do bunch of people who want to help and inspire each other to succeed.” Among the many highlights of this FEO year has been its latest Autumn FEOignition Programme. Throughout the seven-week series, more than 20 FEO members and key partners joined 35 delegates in a series of workshops, designed to help new business start-ups. This programme included a wide range of products and services, ranging from interior decorators, musicians, children’s book authors and healthcare. One of the delegates, Lesley Kin-
‘POSITIVE, CAN-DO BUNCH OF PEOPLE’: FEO members eat breakfast at The Deep as the penguins look on. Picture: Jerome Ellerby ney, of Bespoke Decorative Finishes, said: “A programme like this is priceless. I am excited and energised and have a much bigger and more ambitious vision for my business.” FEO runs “helping each other suppers”, one of the most recent ones being held at C4Di. It included key insights into how and why businesses are using the world of technology and innovation to stay ahead of the pack. Attendees had the chance to interact with a range of tech toys to see first hand how businesses can get “back to the future”. Key partners had the chance to enjoy lunch and a site tour at Hull food giant Cranswick plc during the year. Earlier in the year, 15 members of FEO had a breakfast meeting with a difference – watching penguins at play at The Deep. Ms Brumby won the visit in a
Twitter competition during Humber Business Week, when FEO held its own quirky event. Gurus V Grasshoppers saw a panel of “seasoned” FEO members going head-to-head with younger members to challenge each other about the traditional versus the digital ways of doing business. Another successful aspect of FEO is its work in schools and colleges, with members giving their time to deliver entrepreneurship masterclasses to students who are thinking of running a business in the future. Ms Brumby said: “I’d like to say a heartfelt thank you to all FEO members and key partners for the time they have devoted to help others and also for the resources and facilities that they give so generously. “We are looking forward to 2017 and an exciting event that we are planning for Hull’s special City of Culture year.”
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‘Every time I come back to East Yorkshire, I see improvement and change’ Tourism expert says region has been transformed over the past decade
EXPLOSIVE: This year’s Freedom Festival in Hull.
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TEN years ago, Hull and the East Riding had some work to do to in showcasing its tourism offering. Destination awareness and issues with branding and perception were highlighted as key areas for improvement by Professor John Lennon, who was engaged to carry out a tourism product resource review of the region. Accommodation, food and drink choices and a lack of provision in relation to “dynamic packaging” were also underlined as things in need of attention in the audit. A decade on, Prof Lennon, of Glasgow Caledonian University’s Moffat Centre – which undertakes consultancy and research in tourism, hospitality, events and travel – has found a city and county transformed, he says. “Every time I come back, I see improvement and change,” said Prof Lennon, whose original strategy and development studies led to the setting up of destination management organisation Visit Hull and East Yorkshire (VHEY). He was a key speaker at VHEY’s annual tourism conference last month, when he was able to share the “then and nows” of his findings with delegates. “When I first got involved in 2007 it was the year of the Wilberforce celebrations (Hull was at the centre of the world’s bicentennial commemoration of the life and legacy of the city’s most famous son, William Wilberforce). “We did an audit of the products and services of Hull and East Yorkshire, the Wolds and coast. “We looked at every aspect, from hotel stock to attractions and activities, to walking and cycling, signage and the food product of the area, and we then isolated areas where we felt there was a need for improvement. “It also included things like festivals and events, it was very much about persuading the councils on both sides that tourism was worth the investment. “In Hull, it was a case of convincing the council culture was a good idea. “Now, people are coming here to learn how to bid for UK City of Culture status. “Places like Stoke and Coventry are standing at the feet of Hull, learning from the master. “It is a fabulous plaudit for the journey the city has been on.” Prof Lennon said: “One of the early things I said in my report was that
PLACE TO BE: Professor John Lennon, left and inset, with, from left, Hull 2017 chief executive Martin Green, travel writer Simon Calder and Paul Vinsen, chair of the VHEY advisory group, at the VHEY tourism conference. the destination would be strengthened by all the areas working together – I know that can sometimes be a bit of a bitter pill to swallow because there are lots of agendas – but I am only interested in what will make people come, spend, and tell other people to come.” Some of the change, he felt, would be effected through profiling the Yorkshire Wolds, because of York and the North York Moors being the traditional dominant destinations for visitors. “This has no doubt been helped by the promoting of cycling, walking and the striking Wolds villages themselves, that have their own unique features,” he said. “The emphasis on the Wolds has also been helped by the number of David Hockney paintings of the area, and another contributory factor has been the success of the Tour de Yorkshire. “What you want is a calendar of events that is unique to your area and keeps getting repeated.” Prof Lennon told the conference
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about the issues that had existed, including limited use of technology, a rural offering that was “in the shade” and a lack of conference and meeting facilities, all of which he could now see being addressed. “If you are looking for a room in Hull today, the occupancy rate is at 80 per cent, where it was running at between 55 per cent and 64 per cent before,” he said. Staging the annual Freedom Festival, which was born out of the original Wilberforce celebrations, had given Hull the confidence to run an “edgy” but “well-managed and safe” event and had helped to inspire the city to successfully bid for UK City of Culture 2017. “There are potentially another one million visitors coming to the city in 2017,” he said. “Although it wasn’t part of Hull 2017, Spencer Tunick’s Sea Of Hull, and the press coverage it received, was a great overture to City of Culture. “The target is to grow this region’s visitor economy to £1bn and I think it is absolutely doable. “UK City of Culture gives you four years of banging the drum for this place, that legacy is very important.” The Moffat Centre’s successful relationship with VHEY is reflected by the fact the organisation received the Best Tourist Body 2009 Award,
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HUMBER Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) believes great strides have been made this year to drive the region’s growth and prosperity. But there is still work to do to ensure the Humber area performs to its full potential. As the LEP published its annual review, Lord Chris Haskins, chairman, said: “We must reach out beyond our boundaries to work with our Northern neighbours, learn to work in the emerging landscape of devolution and deal with whatever changes the EU referendum may bring.” The LEP is a partnership of business, education and the four Humber local authorities, working together to promote and develop the area surrounding the Humber Estuary and to provide strategic economic leadership to create jobs and deliver growth. Its work to influence, collaborate and deliver has continued apace in 2016, according to the chairman. “We are now seeing more of the results on the ground of the LEP and our partners’ direct investment to drive the growth of the Humber economy, with our first Growth Deal project complete, more companies moving on to our Enterprise Zones and more people accessing new learning opportunities that have been created,” he said. “This investment will continue over the coming years, delivering a lasting economic impact. “But the LEP is about far more than securing and investing funding. Over the past year we have worked to influence policy, more than doubled the size of the Humber Enterprise Zone and overcome barriers to private sector developments.” Hundreds of volunteers contribute to some aspect of the LEP’s work, as well as the partner bodies that deliver the LEP’s projects. Supporting apprenticeship growth in the Humber has been a key area this year for the LEP, which sees the potential for new oppor-
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tunities brought by the significant inward investment made by the wind and renewables industries. It has established a working group to increase overall apprenticeship numbers in the Humber and to support businesses looking to recruit apprentices. One recent success story for apprenticeships in the Humber was the journey by two apprentices of Beverley firm Hemingway Bailey Ltd, Evie Molloy and Ruby Magson, who studied at East Riding College and qualified as accountants with the firm. Both have spoken at events run through the Humber LEP, promoting apprenticeships to young people and businesses across the Humber, and are “true ambassadors” for apprenticeships, the LEP said. The digital sector has been another focus for attention by Humber LEP. The 2016 Tech Nation report provided detailed analysis of how the digital sector is driving economic growth, showcasing the innovation and energy of tech hubs across the UK. In 2017, Tech City UK will take an even more in-depth look at how the digital economy is evolving, giving a greater voice to the UK’s tech communities and highlighting the considerable progress they are making. The Humber LEP is working with Tech City UK to give the Humber tech community a voice in Tech Nation 2017. Earlier this year, the LEP pledged its support for local campaign #ThisAbility, designed to improve employer confidence when supporting or considering recruiting disabled people. An event held at Hull Truck drew together representatives from local businesses and organisations from the Humber region, who heard from speakers including Channel 4 television and Youth Employment UK.
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‘For businesses, Brexit poses both risks and opportunities’ Lord Chris Haskins, chairman of the Humber Local Enterprise Partnership, offers his views on Brexit and its impact on the region IT IS increasingly likely that the UK will withdraw completely from the EU. How will this affect our region? To date there has been little change following the June referendum, but as time goes on, Brexit will have an increasing impact on our daily lives. The pound has weakened sharply against the euro and the dollar since June, and this trend is unlikely to reverse. We will only begin to see the consequences of this in 2017. Because we import 50 per cent of our food, prices will increase considerably, by about 5 per cent. Clothes will be similarly affected. Most of our cars are imported, so they will cost more although petrol prices are also likely to rise. Wages will not rise enough to cover these increases in household costs. However, a prolonged weakness of the currency could help our renewable energy ambitions for the Humber, making it more worthwhile to invest here rather than elsewhere. Domestic food and clothes manufacturers will have an opportunity to undercut foreign competition. Businesses dislike uncertainly but that is what Brexit is creating because of prolonged negotiation and no clear outcome at this stage. The complexity of the situation has been recognised by David Davis, the MP for Haltemprice and Howden, who is in charge of these negotiations, which may involve years of haggling before we can be sure of the outcome. Businesses in such circumstances will be reluctant to invest, which will damage the economy and job prospects. Assuming that the UK has no special arrangements with the EU and that the flow of European workers into the country is severely restricted, there will be serious problems for our hospitals, food companies, farmers and many local manufacturers who have become heavily reliant on these skilled hard-working migrants. This could create opportunities for local workers if they acquire the skills and commitment which businesses demand. But it is a very big “if ”. Substantial EU funds have been used for flood relief and other infrastructure projects in the Humber.
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The University of Hull has also benefited from research funding. The Government has guaranteed this funding in the short-term, but the situation thereafter is unclear. Farmers also enjoy substantial EU subsidies which will be safe in the short-term but a British government is unlikely to be as generous as the EU has been to them. Once outside the Single Market, there is a risk that the Humber ports will see a reduction in EU trade and border controls will be introduced to collect tariffs on imports. Rather than seeing a reduction in regulation, as promised, the ports, like the rest of the economy may suffer an increase. Some have suggested that the great fishing industry of the Humber could be revived, implying that the EU was responsible for the collapse that took place 40 years ago. That disaster was caused by over fishing and the Icelandic Cod Wars, which happened before Britain joined the EU, and present EU regulations are successfully reviving fish stocks in the North Sea. So why change them? Besides, would the present generation accept the harsh and dangerous conditions which is a feature of deep-sea fishing? From a business perspective, Brexit poses risks and opportunities. There is a determination across the local business community to get on with it and make the best of the situation – no matter which side of the argument people were on. There will be a lot more uncertainty ahead, but together we must keep making the case for our area to ensure it is not forgotten in the negotiations.
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New business manager with love of ploughing AGRICULTURE: Growing sales at an East Yorkshire farm machinery importer has led to the recruitment of a business manager. Sancton-based Manterra Ltd has taken on Breege Kilfeather, pictured, to ensure the busy office runs smoothly and customer relationships are developed. Ms Kilfeather, who has relocated from Buckinghamshire where she was a housemistress at Wycombe Abbey School, will be responsible for streamlining Manterra’s data collection and management and will be the first point of contact for Manterra’s customers. She comes from an Irish farming family and was placed sixth in the Irish National Farmerette Ploughing Championship as a teenager. Ms Kilfeather said: “I’m looking forward to my new role enormously and also to helping out around the farm if needed. “I’d also like to rekindle my love of ploughing now that I’m back in a farming community.” Manterra was established by farmer and agronomist Andrew Manfield in 2011.
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Rising through ranks ACCOUNTANCY: A number of promotions at Hull-based Smailes Goldie Group have highlighted the strength of professional training at the firm. Two new associates, Luke Taylor and Mike Stocks, and a partner, Peter Dearing, have been appointed, having all worked their way through the ranks after joining the firm as trainees. Mr Taylor and Mr Stocks both joined Smailes Goldie in September 2009, before qualifying in 2012 and being promoted to manager in 2014. Mr Dearing has been with the firm since graduating from the University of Hull in 2002 with a maths degree, but his relationship with the firm dates back to 1998 when he undertook a work experience placement there. Nicki Shipley, a partner and director at the firm, said: “It has been a pleasure to see Mike, Luke and Peter develop their accountancy skills with us over the years. “They have consistently delivered to a high standard for our clients and I’m sure they will thrive in their new roles.”
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Family firm’s brand new home for the new year Continued success allows Promotion Company to buy own premises A HULL company that specialises in branded products and corporate workwear has marked the end of a successful year by opening new business premises. The Promotion Company’s base in Witham was officially opened by Tim Rix, of JR Rix and Son. Angela and Richard Oldroyd run The Promotion Company with their son, Joe, and two other employees. Mrs Oldroyd said: “We bought The Promotion Company 11 years ago and owning our own property has been in our plans for some time. “Now, with a stable and successful business, we are delighted to have achieved another one of our goals and purchasing the building has been one of the most exciting times for us and our business. “We spent time looking for the perfect building to suit our needs and found this commercial property in Witham, which ticks all the boxes. “On the ground floor we have room for our offices, a workroom, meeting rooms and lots of storage for products. “Then, on the first floor, we have further offices, which we plan to lease to other businesses in the future.” Mrs Oldroyd said quite a lot of work needed to be done to bring the building up-todate, the roof and windows all being replaced and
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the rooms refurbished throughout. “We operate locally, regionally, nationally and this year we have also begun working with an international client,” she said. “Our customers rely on us to provide interesting ideas for promotional items, gifts and branded work-wear to help spread the word about their brand.” As fellow members of For Entrepreneurs Only and business neighbours, the Oldroyds invited Mr Rix to perform the official opening, attended by about 70 guests including customers and business colleagues. Mr Rix said: “As a family business just entering our sixth generation, I am delighted to be celebrating the opening of Promotion House with the Oldroyd family, who have two generations in the business. “Angela and Richard have owned The Promotion Company for 11 years and, in their infancy, came through 2008, which was a very tough year for all businesses. “I believe that family businesses such as JR Rix & Sons and The Promotion Company are the backbone of Hull’s local economy and, for the city to succeed, we need them to flourish. “This building is a bold statement for future prospects of their business and the future of Hull.”
WELCOME HOME: Richard and Angela Oldroyd, of The Promotion Company, at the new premises.
KCOM spreading Christmas cheer COMMUNITY: Employees at KCOM have been getting into the community spirit by donating hundreds of gifts, which will help to provide a happy Christmas for disadvantaged children in Hull. KCOM’s annual shoe box collection saw more than 100 boxes donated, with each one containing several gifts ready to be opened on Christmas Day. The shoe boxes were delivered to the children by KCOM employees at a festive gathering. Brendon Smurthwaite,
KCOM’s community co-ordinator, said: “The shoe box appeal is something our employees love getting involved with every year. “There is a real enthusiasm for it across the business and people are really generous with their time and money. “Knowing that you’ve helped to make Christmas that little bit more special for local children is a great feeling and everybody is already looking forward to doing it all again next year.”