Knowsley business news

Clarke Energy pushes into oil and gas markets Jan 05 2012

ENGINEERING firm Clarke Energy says it is set for global growth as it moves into the oil and gas sector.Read

Specialist contractor IQA to recruit 40 staff after successful first year in Knowsley Jan 04 2012

A YEAR after a Scottish specialist contractor opened a site on Knowsley Business Park, creating 80 jobs, it has announced expansion plans that will lead to the recruitment of a further 40 staff.Read

QVC signs up to Groundwork’s 80-20 Foundation Dec 28 2011

RETAIL giant QVC has pledged to help small firms and social enterprises in Merseyside to go green, and make a positive impact on their communities.Read

Liverpool city region 2011 business review Dec 28 2011

Alistair Houghton and Tony McDonough on another rollercoaster year in businessRead

Range Rover Evoque drives up sales at Jaguar Land Rover Dec 19 2011

THE success of the Halewood-built Range Rover Evoque has helped drive up sales at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR).Read

Google hails success of its Liverpool online drive Dec 16 2011

SEARCH engine giant Google says it may launch campaigns in other cities, after the success of its Liverpool project to get businesses online.Read

More organisations backing ‘Liverpool in London’ initiative Dec 14 2011

SIX more organisations have pledged their support to the “Liverpool in London” mission.Read

Knowsley MP sees Retail Academy in action Dec 14 2011

KNOWSLEY MP George Howarth has visited Knowsley Training Academy, which aims to help 1,500 people gain jobs in the retail sector through its Retail Academy.Read

Contract Chemicals upbeat despite profits fall Dec 14 2011

KNOWSLEY firm Contract Chemicals has introduced new products to the market as it bids to make up for sales lost during the downturn.Read

Mouchel appoints latest chairman in David Shearer Dec 07 2011

TROUBLED group Mouchel has appointed a new chairman in David Shearer.Read

Why local firms fear flotation Dec 07 2011

Mersey firms’ traditional reluctance to list appears to be spreading further afield, says Bill GleesonRead

Integration of Knowsley firm Manesty complete, says Bosch Dec 05 2011

GERMAN technology group Bosch has completed the integration of Knowsley firm Manesty after its April acquisition for an undisclosed sum.Read

£1m target for new Knowsley social enterprise champion Dec 01 2011

A KNOWSLEY initiative was launched this week to help fund social enterprises and community groups.Read

Banks agree Mouchel refinancing despite ‘difficult’ year Nov 30 2011

TROUBLED professional services group Mouchel yesterday managed to secure new banking arrangements which allowed it to publish its delayed annual figures today without breaching covenants in its previous agreement with lenders.Read

Mouchel claimed to be in refinancing bid with lenders Nov 28 2011

PROFESSIONAL services group Mouchel was reportedly in weekend moves to reach a deal over its debt with lenders ahead of reporting delayed annual results tomorrow.Read

Cushion maker Caldeira repatriates work from China to create Knowsley jobs Nov 23 2011

CUSHION maker Caldeira is creating 20 jobs at its Knowsley Business Park factory, by switching work back from its Chinese plant.Read

Jaguar Land Rover linked to car making joint venture in China Nov 22 2011

LUXURY car maker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is reportedly in talks with a Chinese car manufacturer aimed at opening a production plant in the People’s Republic.Read