Latest News
News
November 2019
Funding available for foreign owned photonics and electronics companies to relocate to Torbay13th November 2019
A funding programme has been created to encourage foreign owned companies to expand, relocate, grow and create jobs in Torbay.
The Invest in…
October 2019
EPIC invests further to drive innovation28th October 2019
The new Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC) in Torbay is now home to over £1m worth of specialist equipment.
EPIC’s…
Motiv-8 chosen to deliver Ready for Work programme22nd October 2019
TDA has appointed Motiv-8 to deliver Torbay’s Ready for Work programme.
Motiv-8 will help unemployed people to become ready for employment…
Work starts on new hotel 18th October 2019
Work is due to start on Monday 21 October to pave the way for a new hotel in Torquay.
The new £11m hotel was granted planning permission in…
Torbay Council purchases Fleet Walk Shopping Centre16th October 2019
Torbay Council has purchased Fleet Walk Shopping Centre in Torquay as part of plans to regenerate Torbay’s town centres and help boost the…
EPIC supports technology businesses with future growth4th October 2019
Torbay is the home of an established photonics and microelectronics cluster and its new Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC) has the…
September 2019
Work on the Old Toll House to begin26th September 2019
On Monday 7 October, work will start on the cliff at the rear of the Old Toll House on Torquay seafront ahead of the property’s redevelopment…
Oxen Cove Jetty project launches24th September 2019
An opening ceremony took place at Brixham Harbour on Friday 20 September to celebrate a £2.25m project funded by Torbay Council and the…
Torbay Apprenticeships Fair Returns 23rd September 2019
Torbay’s Apprenticeship Steering Group is delighted to announce the return of the Torbay Apprenticeships Fair on Wednesday 5 February 2020, as…
Paignton’s Harbour Light restaurant joins St Austell Brewery estate16th September 2019
St Austell Brewery has secured a long-term lease for the Harbour Light in Paignton. It will become part of the Cornish brewer’s managed pub…
New £3m multi-use facility at Paignton Academy nears completion11th September 2019
A fantastic new multi-use school facility at Paignton Academy is five weeks away from opening its doors to students.
The project at Paignton…
Torbay welcomes Towns Fund announcement6th September 2019
Torbay Council, TDA and Torbay Together welcome the invitation for Torquay to develop proposals for a new multi-million pound Towns Fund announced by…
Find a job that needs your skills3rd September 2019
Anyone looking for a new job can meet with Torbay and South Devon employers, who are recruiting, at the Torbay Jobs Fair in Torquay on Friday 27…
August 2019
Funding boost for Paignton Town Centre28th August 2019
Paignton is now amongst a small number of places across the UK to receive revenue funding of £150,000 from the Future High Streets Fund…
Planning approval for £11m hotel in central Torquay 16th August 2019
Torbay Council, working collaboratively with Whitbread, Premier Inn’s parent company, has successfully secured planning permission for a new…
Focus Five raises employment skills of Torbay’s young people10th August 2019
The Focus Five Celebration Event awarded 82 students at an inspiring graduation ceremony.
The event recognises young people for planning,…
July 2019
TDA looks to add further expertise to its board30th July 2019
TDA is looking for non-executive directors to join their board to support the growth of the company.
The company is seeking a new member to…
MADE causes a Big Bang for Torbay’s aspiring engineers26th July 2019
Four local schools presented their projects to a panel of independent judges at the Torbay MADE Manufacturing Challenge Finals at The Big Bang Fair…
Book today to join top businesses at Torbay Jobs Fair22nd July 2019
Take a stand at Torbay Jobs Fair to promote your vacancies and talk to up to 700 candidates.
The Jobs Fair is one of the most popular ways to…
High Potential Opportunity in the Heart of the South West 19th July 2019
The Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership with support from partners at TDA have won a competitive bid to promote the area’s…
Inspiring Torbay’s next generation of apprentices17th July 2019
The first Torbay Apprenticeships Fair welcomed over 400 people through the door.
The free event inspired people looking to start their career, or…
Molendotech reaches North American markets with Torbay trade bursary9th July 2019
Molendotech Limited have recently returned from the University of North Carolina Water Microbiology Conference where they introduced their new…
Transformational investment for a healthy, vibrant high street to support a healthy, sustainable community. 1st July 2019
On behalf of Torbay Council, TDA has submitted a bid for more than £15m for Future High Streets Funding to kick start the regeneration of…
June 2019
Ignite your Apprenticeship with Devon’s best employers28th June 2019
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue, Exeter College, Midas Construction and Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust are some of the top…
Skills to match growth, confidence and opportunity in Torbay24th June 2019
TDA works with businesses across Devon and Somerset to support their start-up and growth. A focus on Torbay shows how the area is reacting to the…
Palomar Technologies Expands Footprint in Europe through Partnership with EPIC14th June 2019
Palomar Technologies, a global leader in delivering total process solutions for advanced photonics and microelectronic device packaging, announced…
Be a part of Torbay’s first Apprenticeships Fair 7th June 2019
TDA announces the first Torbay Apprenticeships Fair, which will take place on Wednesday 10 July 2019, 2pm-7pm at the Riviera International Conference…
May 2019
Improving value of your commercial property with expert advice28th May 2019
Estates professionals are often asked about or tasked with improving the performance of an estate and adding value. It’s equally important for…
MADE part of largest celebration of STEM in the South West14th May 2019
MADE, a project that continues to inspire and motivate young people to take part in STEM led activities, will be at The Big Bang Fair South West…
April 2019
Global leader Queensgate Instruments to move to EPIC26th April 2019
Queensgate Instruments (a brand of Prior Scientific) will be one of the founder tenants at EPIC, securing 50% of the ground floor of the purpose…
Molendotech receives trade bursary support to target US growers23rd April 2019
Moledotech Ltd will receive TDA International Trade Bursary to support their ambitions to export to international markets.
Encouraging more Torbay…
Paignton Academy construction reaches pivotal stage15th April 2019
Midas Construction has marked an important stage in the building of a fantastic new multi-use school facility for students at Paignton Academy…
Give your business the space to grow9th April 2019
The number of businesses continues to rise across the South West, reaching 71,510 in 2018.
With 99.7% of enterprises in the Heart of the South…
New operator to invest in iconic Paignton Harbour building2nd April 2019
St Austell Brewery chosen as the new operator of the Harbour Light restaurant on Paignton Harbour.
The Harbour Light restaurant has over…
RAF Red Arrows to return to Torbay Airshow for first display of the season1st April 2019
The RAF Red Arrows will once again make their UK debut performance at the 2019 Torbay Airshow.
The Airshow, which takes place on Saturday 1 to…
March 2019
New Centre Director for EPIC29th March 2019
TDA appoints a Centre Director for Torbay’s £8m Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC).
The new Centre Director, Wayne…
Paignton is bidding for share of £675 million Government’s Future High Streets Fund28th March 2019
Torbay Council has submitted a bid for more than £15 million for the regeneration of Paignton town centre.
The expression of interest…
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visits Torbay25th March 2019
The Princess Royal today visited the Brunel and Burton Academies in Torbay, part of the Catch22 Multi-Academies Trust. She met with staff, parents…
Success for local recruiters and job hunters at Torbay Jobs Fair18th March 2019
Employer feedback has proved that the Torbay Jobs Fair continues to be one of the most successful ways to match would-be employees with local…
(extra)ordinary - a series of events for local people and visitors to Torbay13th March 2019
(extra)ordinary, 7-16 June, Torbay
A mass sewing event, dancers in the dramatic landscape, and giant grass men are amongst the happenings around…
TDA welcomes new Grow magazine to South Devon12th March 2019
TDA congratulates the Grow team for their highly successful magazine within Exeter and welcomes the new South Devon magazine.
We look forward to…
TDA ignites new Apprentice Partnership with HotSW LEP1st March 2019
TDA and Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership (HotSW LEP) announce a new, shared Digital Apprenticeship to work across both…
February 2019
Whitbread drops anchor in Torquay 28th February 2019
Premier Inn collaborates with Torbay Council to bring new 120-bedroom hotel and restaurant to Torquay’s seafront
Whitbread, Premier…
Find your perfect job at Torbay Jobs Fair22nd February 2019
Anyone looking for a new job can meet with Torbay and South Devon employers, who are actively recruiting, at the Torbay Jobs Fair in Torquay on…
EPIC - A Bright New Future for Torbay18th February 2019
EPIC (Electronics & Photonics Innovation Centre) opens at Whiterock, Paignton in May 2019. This exciting new £8m facility will offer…
Ignite your business – the benefits of an apprentice13th February 2019
On Friday 8 March, TDA is hosting a free information seminar for Torbay businesses to learn about the benefits of taking on an apprentice or…
January 2019
Book today to join top businesses at Torbay Jobs Fair28th January 2019
Torbay employers who are actively recruiting are taking a free stand at the Torbay Jobs Fair in Torquay on Friday 8 March which falls during National…
Asset management and investment generates vital income for Torbay25th January 2019
Working on behalf of Torbay Council, TDA has acquired additional investment assets to drive an increase in the Council’s income.
TDA’s…
Bay Photonics awarded £0.5 million for project research24th January 2019
Torbay-based Bay Photonics, specialists in Photonics device and assembly packaging, has been awarded £516,000 for two key projects…
Torbay launches #ApprenticeTakeover campaign 18th January 2019
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, which runs from 4-8 March, Torbay’s new Apprenticeship Working Group introduces the…
December 2018
Torbay Town Centre receives huge regeneration boost19th December 2018
Torbay Council’s proposals for the regeneration of Torquay Town Centre have received a huge boost, as national cinema operator Merlin have just…
Investing in the future of Torbay’s schools17th December 2018
On behalf of Torbay Council, TDA’s Education Team has secured funding in excess of £12m over the past two years, creating high quality…
Green light for £10m towards Torbay business park which will create 350 jobs 12th December 2018
Councillors have given the go-ahead for a £10m investment to build a new business park which will create up to 350 jobs in Torbay.
Plans…
TDA celebrates its seventh year12th December 2018
Set up in 2011 to deliver Torbay Council’s economic development, TDA is now a multi award winning company delivering services to public sector…
International Trade Bursary helps BECS target Belgium10th December 2018
Business English Consulting Service Ltd (BECS), who are working closely with TDA and the Department for International Trade, used the International…
November 2018
New scheme to boost access to apprenticeships in Torbay28th November 2018
A new initiative to increase the number of people from disadvantaged communities taking up high-quality apprenticeships opportunities has been…
New Director for Torbay Culture Board27th November 2018
Torbay Culture Board has appointed a new Executive Director to deliver Torbay’s ten-year Cultural Strategy and Great Place Scheme programme…
Open Evening for new and growing businesses19th November 2018
On Wednesday 12 December, come along to Torbay Business Centre’s Christmas Open Evening.
It’s a great opportunity for new and growing…
International Trade Bursary aids ambitious export plans12th November 2018
ARC Marine, with support from TDA and the Department for International Trade, are progressing a number of exciting opportunities to introduce their…
SageTech secures £762,000 Innovate UK Award5th November 2018
SageTech has developed a unique process for the capture, extraction and purification of inhalational anaesthetics such that they can be placed back…
October 2018
BECS targets Belgium for Export31st October 2018
Business English Consulting Service Ltd (BECS) are the second successful applicants to the TDA International Trade Bursary.
Encouraging more…
Torbay’s EPIC construction advances24th October 2018
Torbay’s £8m Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC) achieves another milestone as it enters next phase of construction…
Torbay Airshow announces first supporting partners for 20192nd October 2018
Torbay Airshow has announced its first supporting partners for 2019 as the action packed weekend gets set to return for a fourth year on 1st - 2nd…
September 2018
Cockington Court’s 25th Apple Day is coming… and it’s FREE!20th September 2018
Cockington Court and its staff are gearing up for the biggest day of the year, with Cockington’s 25th Apple Day promising to be a show stopper…
ARC Marine receives TDA Trade Bursary3rd September 2018
Artificial reef construction company ARC Marine will be the first recipients of the TDA trade bursary to support their ambitions to export.
ARC…
August 2018
Find your perfect job at South Devon Jobs Fair26th August 2018
Anyone looking for a new job can meet with Torbay and South Devon employers, who are actively recruiting, at the South Devon Jobs Fair in Torquay on…
Confidence, Investment, Delivery 6th August 2018
These three words – confidence; investment; delivery - are so important for the successful regeneration of Torbay.
There is so much to be…
South Devon Jobs Fair returns in October2nd August 2018
South Devon employers, who are actively recruiting, will exhibit at the Torbay and South Devon Jobs Fair in Torquay on Friday 5 October.
Delivered…
July 2018
How to make the most of your tourism award nomination17th July 2018
You may be nominated for one of our prestigious Herald Express South Devon Tourism and Hospitality Awards this year - but can you make the most of…
New Life Sciences Spin Out moves to Brixham Laboratory13th July 2018
A brand new life sciences company, Molendotech Limited moves to Brixham Laboratory this month. The start up is a company borne out of a spin out…
Torwood Street Investment 4th July 2018
Torbay Council invests in £32m transformational scheme
Torbay Council and developers THAT Group are delighted to confirm that the £32m…
June 2018
Torbay’s manufacturing keeps on growing 26th June 2018
This week sees the annual Manufacturing Challenge finals taking place in Torquay supported by TDA. This gives our young people, with career…
Eaton’s Patisserie relocates to Torbay13th June 2018
Torbay Council’s support encourages Eaton’s Patisserie to move to Torbay.
On behalf of Torbay Council, a deal brokered by TDA sees…
Sculpture Trail 18 unveiled at Cockington Court 2nd June 2018
Over 280 invited guests attend Cockington Court for the preview of the Sculpture Trail 18.
Art and culture enthusiasts, families and children all…
Torbay’s High Street Heroes Announced1st June 2018
Winners from Brixham, Paignton and Torquay have been chosen for the Torbay Love Your High Street Hero Award.
The worthy businesses that will…
May 2018
Graphic Controls Relocation to Nearby Torbay into £6.5m Purpose Built Facility28th May 2018
Graphic Controls Ltd, owned by Graphic Controls Holdings (GCH) out of Buffalo, New York and part of Nissha Medical Technologies of Kyoto, Japan,…
Torbay’s creative conversation with communities on plans for town centre redevelopment24th May 2018
TDA and Torbay Culture held an interactive design workshop on Wednesday 16th May to inform and influence plans for Station Square, Paignton. The…
Torbay businesses to develop their export plans22nd May 2018
Torbay businesses are devising export plans after indentifying the opportunities in selling overseas at the Ready for Export workshop.
The…
Helping Hands locate in Torbay17th May 2018
National care company Helping Hands Home Care chooses Torbay as it expands into the South West.
The family owned company has invested in Torbay to…
How you can change your business with effective communication16th May 2018
Motivational speaker Nigel Risner will be inspiring businesses at the Knowledge Network event on 15 June and sharing how to create impact through…
April 2018
Final chance to nominate your High Street Hero30th April 2018
The nominations for Torbay’s High Street Hero closes on Sunday 13 May so make sure your nomination is in.
The Love your High Street…
Futureworks ignites STEM learning and employment in Torbay16th April 2018
Young people and employers from across Torbay are benefitting from Futureworks, a Plymouth and South West Peninsula City Deal funded programme which…
Donald Knaack this year's Sculpture Trail installation10th April 2018
The curators of the Sculpture Trail name Donald Knaack as the installation artist for the 2018 trail.
Donald Knaack, otherwise known as The…
March 2018
Torbay’s engineers of the future experience Gooch & Housego, Torquay29th March 2018
As part of British Science Week and National Apprenticeship Week, handpicked students were invited into Gooch and Housego (G&H), Torquay.
The…
Construction begins on the new Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC) in Torbay28th March 2018
Construction begins of the new Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC) in Torbay.
EPIC will build on the strengths of the hi tech…
Delivering town centre regeneration for Torbay23rd March 2018
The recent launch of the “Now is the Time” campaign provides a great platform to shout about successes, across Torbay and South Devon,…
New artists named for Cockington Court’s Sculpture Trail 201814th March 2018
The curators of the Sculpture Trail reveal the names of the artists whose work will feature on the 2018 trail.
New for this year, artists across…
TDA customers reach business awards finals 12th March 2018
The 2018 Herald Express South Devon Business Awards takes place on Friday 16 March, rewarding great businesses across South Devon.
TDA, Torbay…
Learn about exporting from the trade experts9th March 2018
Experts from TDA and Business West’s Export for Growth Project are delivering a Ready for Export Workshop to help Torbay businesses that are…
Find your perfect job at South Devon Jobs Fair7th March 2018
Anyone looking for a new job can meet with Torbay and South Devon employers, who are actively recruiting, at the South Devon Jobs Fair in Torquay on…
February 2018
Nominate your High Street Hero28th February 2018
Love your High Street is looking to honour Torbay’s local retailers, the project is looking to find the ultimate High Street Hero…
How new exporters will help Torbay grow28th February 2018
How new exporters will help Torbay grow
Torbay has some fantastic companies exporting its goods and services all over the globe. From photonics…
Explore how you can be you, brilliantly13th February 2018
TDA Knowledge Networks is launching events for business people across the South West to help, inspire and motivate them to develop their career or…
New artists for Cockington Court’s Sculpture Trail9th February 2018
The curators of the Sculpture Trail are choosing the artists whose work will feature on the 2018 trail.
New for this year, artists across the…
II-VI Incorporated Renews Its Commitment to Photonics in Torbay 7th February 2018
II-VI Photonics is relocating its Paignton operations to new offices in the area.
This new location includes Class 4 laser safe lab facilities…
January 2018
New intimate wedding space at Cockington Court19th January 2018
New for 2018, a private two-storey, intimate space, The Hayloft is available.
With a ceremony room on the first floor and food and drinks served…
TDA headline sponsors of South Devon Business Excellence Awards17th January 2018
TDA is proud to once again sponsor the South Devon Business Excellence Awards. We believe the awards are an excellent opportunity to recognise the…
Brixham Road Widening Scheme begins16th January 2018
The next stage of the Western Corridor Highways widening scheme is set to begin in January.
Work started on Monday 15 January on a…
Contractor appointed to £1.4m development15th January 2018
Construction work is to start on the second phase of significant development works to the teaching facilities at Torquay Academy, Devon, following…
Learn the secrets of positive psychology in business5th January 2018
TDA Knowledge Networks is launching events for business people across the South West to help, inspire and motivate them to develop their career or…
Fleet Street Regeneration Scheme starts3rd January 2018
Work is due to start next week on the third and final phase of the highway improvements as part of the regeneration of Fleet Street, Torquay…
December 2017
Great opportunities for Torbay’s entrepreneurial spirit8th December 2017
The two biggest costs for any business are staff and property.
As an estates and asset manager, I am tasked with ensuring the costs of…
Is Brexitivity really possible?6th December 2017
Sometimes, Government puts out so much detail and it is often a challenge for businesses to know what to read first.
Recently, two large and much…
Shoppers and retailers love local4th December 2017
Love Your High Street is a hit for independent businesses and shoppers in Torbay.
The Love your High Street campaign encourages local people to…
Unique business opportunities available across Torbay1st December 2017
Entrepreneurs and businesses are exploring the potential of unique sites across Torbay.
The diverse range of opportunities available include…
November 2017
Torbay businesses show their love for shop local campaign 29th November 2017
Independent high street businesses celebrate Torbay’s Love Your High Street week.
The Love your High Street campaign encourages local…
Scymaris employment growth ahead of schedule14th November 2017
Supported by the Torbay Growth Fund, Scymaris was able to recruit pivotal positions within the business and create…
Two prime Torbay waterfront development opportunities come to the market14th November 2017
Award winning Property Agents Bettesworths have announced that they have received instructions from TDA and Torbay Council to market two prime…
October 2017
Town Centre Regeneration – spread the good news18th October 2017
This is my ‘maiden voyage’ on one of these articles. I want to use it to highlight how much the Council and TDA are doing to…
Graphic Controls project shaping the future of Torbay investment18th October 2017
The £6.5m investment project continues to move forward at pace to ensure project completion by May 2018 with Japanese owned Graphic…
Apple Day sees biggest crowd in its history16th October 2017
Cockington Court, managed by TDA, held its first ever free to enter Apple Day and as a result the crowds swarmed in to enjoy the fun-filled…
September 2017
Invest or Not?27th September 2017
With Torbay Council recently agreeing to expand its investment fund to £200m and with the successful purchase of a number of investments…
Torbay's time is now20th September 2017
Later this month, proposals for important council owned sites will be tabled for a decision as part of the Town Centres Regeneration Programme. These…
EPIC Planning Application Approved18th September 2017
The planning application for the new Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC) has been approved by Torbay Council.
Torbay’s…
Torbay unemployment figures continue to fall1st September 2017
Local business growth and recruitment is helping drive unemployment figures down across Torbay.
Torbay Council’s Elected Mayor and Lead for…
August 2017
Five Tips for A Successful Commercial Property Move18th August 2017
Moving Commercial Property
As TDA Estate Manager I have overseen many an office move. If you thought moving house was a challenging…
July 2017
Torbay’s New Culture Hosts25th July 2017
Torbay’s Great Place Scheme programme is building momentum and a series of adventurous arts events is helping to put Torbay firmly on the…
To Lease or Licence, that is the question24th July 2017
As the TDA Estate Manager, I oversee the management of over 600 assets across Torbay Council's Let Estate. In the process, we grant a combination…
Tell our young people about the opportunities here in Torbay19th July 2017
For the second year in a row, I was privileged to be a judge at the MADE Manufacturing Challenge Finals that were held at the Riviera International…
EPIC Planning Application Submitted18th July 2017
A planning application for the new proposed Electronics and Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC) has been submitted to Torbay Council’s Planning…
TDA welcomes hotel investment and helps employees find work12th July 2017
The new owners of Torquay's Palace Hotel have declared they plan to invest millions of po
Advertise Your Job for Free 12th July 2017
Businesses can now advertise their jobs for free with South Devon Jobs.
The eye-catching South Devon Jobs website supports Torbay and South…
TDA project wins ICE Community Award11th July 2017
Cockington Lakes Restoration won the Community Award at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) South West awards.
TDA acted as Project…
£130m investment and 1,200 jobs for Torbay5th July 2017
Work is well advanced to secure at least £130 million investment and 1,200 new jobs for Torbay.
Schemes will begin in the next few months,…
June 2017
Torbay’s High Street Heroes receive their awards28th June 2017
Winners from Brixham, Paignton and Torquay have been chosen for the Torbay Love Your High Street Hero Award.
The worthy businesses that will…
Elections and the impact on the property industry28th June 2017
The political uncertainty following general elections is nothing new. How this effects the property market is always interesting…
To attract investment, we need YOU!21st June 2017
Within the next fortnight we are about to begin the process of devising our 2017-2022 inward investment strategy for Torbay. It is an exciting…
Have your say on Torbay’s Economic Strategy16th June 2017
The Draft Torbay Economic Strategy has been published for public consultation to allow people from across the business community to have their say…
Council to make £6.5m investment in a new factory to be occupied by South Devon Firm 14th June 2017
Torbay Council is to invest £6.5m in a construction project that will see a 64,500ft² factory built for Graphic Controls Ltd who will be…
Torbay’s High Street Heroes Announced7th June 2017
Winners from Brixham, Paignton and Torquay have been chosen for the Torbay Love Your High Street Hero Award.
The worthy businesses that will…
May 2017
How well is your property portfolio performing?31st May 2017
As a real estate professional and TDA Estates Manager I am often asked about the performance of the estate. I believe this is equally important…
Investment - Actions speak louder than words24th May 2017
Britain is the number one destination in Europe for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) according to figures released at the end of last month by the…
Last chance to nominate your High Street Hero22nd May 2017
Love your High Street is back this June and in honour of Torbay’s local retailers, the project is looking to find the ultimate High Street Hero…
Student Accommodation part of Town Centre transformation15th May 2017
Torbay Council will build student accommodation, for 300 students, on part of the Torquay Town Hall Car Park - now known as Upton Place.
Just one…
4,000 South West Businesses to receive growth support9th May 2017
TDA will deliver a new business support programme which has been launched, offering a suite of business support services to small and medium size…
Torbay’s first Dedicated Doggie Daycare Centre to open3rd May 2017
On Saturday 6 May, Happy Dogs R Us, the first purpose built Doggie Daycare Centre, officially opens its doors.
Happy Dogs R Us is a centre where…
How the arts could make Torbay a Great Place3rd May 2017
A £1.2million project to put Torbay's culture and creativity centre stage for locals and visitors has been launched.
The Torbay Great…
Successful South Devon Jobs Fair Returns2nd May 2017
South Devon employers, who are actively recruiting, will be able to exhibit at the South Devon Jobs Fair in Torquay on Friday 6 October.
Delivered…
April 2017
Family Friendly Art Path unveiled at Cockington Court27th April 2017
Over 250 invited guests attended Cockington Court for the preview of its first ever sculpture trail and exhibition, The Art Path.
Families and…
Nominate your High Street Hero27th April 2017
Love your High Street is back this June and in honour of Torbay’s local retailers, we are looking to find the ultimate High Street Hero…
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards... Ready or Not?26th April 2017
As TDA Estates Manager, an issue for me that is focusing my attention is that in less than 12 months the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)…
Funding boost will accelerate delivery of new homes21st April 2017
Torbay Council and TDA have secured £179,000 from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) to accelerate the delivery of new homes in Torbay…
How can we work together?19th April 2017
Jason Buck, Investment Development Manager, writes:
My close family members and friends may read this with a wry smile, but when it comes to…
Additional £100,000 secured for Seafood Coast Project 13th April 2017
Following a comprehensive six month research project, the English Riviera BID Company has successfully secured an additional £100,000 from…
March 2017
What does the Chancellor’s Budget mean for the estates industry?29th March 2017
As a property professional the Chancellor's budget is always of interest to me. Whether there are changes in Stamp Duty Land Tax…
Contractor appointed for Torbay’s EPIC Centre23rd March 2017
Torbay Council has appointed Interserve as the contractor to take forward the design and planning for the £8m Electronics and Photonics…
Virgin Start Up Ambassador locates in Brixham22nd March 2017
Artificial reef construction company, Arc Marine, has chosen Brixham Labs as a base to continue their ocean conservation work.
Torbay’s…
Are you up for the fight? 21st March 2017
Are you up for the fight?
The UK has seen unprecedented political upheaval in recent times, from both sides of the Atlantic. Many economists…
Torbay Culture Board secures £1.2million cultural boost for Torbay16th March 2017
Torbay today received an award of £1,191,400 from Arts Council England and Heritage Lottery Fund’s Great Place Scheme that will put…
Forum Focuses Aspirations for Torbay’s Town Centre Experience3rd March 2017
On Wednesday 1 March, local influencers met to discuss the regeneration and the future of Torbay’s town centres.
The idea behind this…
February 2017
Investment opportunity identified to raise income 24th February 2017
Torbay Council has purchased a prime retail park in Torbay as part of a long-term investment strategy to promote the local economy and generate…
Does property make a good investment?23rd February 2017
A question that I am often asked is; “does property make a good investment rather than shares or savings?”. Clearly with savings rates at…
TDA Business Advisor helps business with growth strategy22nd February 2017
ER Response & Security Ltd was established in 2015 and has since enjoyed consistent and substantial growth. Rob and Jo Osborne, the…
Over £750,000 funding received for nursery provision in Torbay 17th February 2017
Two schools in Torbay will be receiving funding to improve or provide nursery provision.
This follows a successful award of £775,870 to…
Offices allow company to connect with new clients and candidates17th February 2017
Doug Beck, one of X4’s Senior Consultants, successfully proposed to the company directors the need for a base within the South West to develop…
Torbay is the hero15th February 2017
Anyone who knows me won’t be surprised to hear that I believe I’m lucky and proud to do the job I do. I was born and grew up in Torquay,…
Rock Armour Protection Works to Cliffs at Hollicombe 9th February 2017
Keynvor Morlift Ltd have been instructed to undertake rock armour protection works to the cliff at Hollicombe beach.
The works, which are being…
Beacon Quay facilities to receive £130,000 revamp6th February 2017
Tor Bay Harbour Authority will be investing £130,000 in the refurbishment project and will enhance the experience of all visitors to the…
Start Up business finds perfect office space2nd February 2017
Great Rads Ltd moved into Lymington Road Business Centre, Torquay, to enable the business to realise its potential and grow.
Managing Director,…
January 2017
Successful South Devon Jobs Fair Returns 31st January 2017
Successful South Devon Jobs Fair Returns
South Devon employers, who are…
Prentice Butchers plan to expand business in New Year20th January 2017
Receiving Start and Grow support from TDA since they started trading on 1 September, Prentice Butchers have moved their business forward and eye up…
TDA seek Non-Executive Directors 17th January 2017
TDA is looking for two private sector non Executive Directors to join their Board to support the growth of the company.
The company, whose board…
Torbay's Pop Up Shop mentioned in House of Commons16th January 2017
Torbay’s successful Pop Up the High Street project was given national prominence at the House of Commons.
Torbay MP Kevin Foster highlighted…
December 2016
Torbay Love Your High Street week returns in 201722nd December 2016
Following two successful Love your High Street Torbay weeks in July and November 2016, the next week will be in June 2017.
Love your High Street…
Have Your Say on the English Riviera Destination Management Plan 13th December 2016
The draft English Riviera Destination Management Plan 2016-2021 Pride in Place, has been published for public consultation.
It is proposed th
Torbay Town Centres Regeneration Gathering Momentum12th December 2016
Progress is being made on regeneration of all three of Torbay's town centres - in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham.
Heart of Torbay expands with Start and Grow support.12th December 2016
Heart of Torbay expands with Start and Grow support.
With premises on Palk…
Unique Torbay Sites Available For Tender 8th December 2016
On behalf of Torbay Council, TDA is busy preparing a portfolio of concessions ready for tender to be released for the 2017 season.
The concessions…
Pop In to the Pop Up for your Christmas gifts 5th December 2016
Pop In to the Pop Up for your Christmas gifts
Pop up the High Street,…
English Riviera Tourism Destination Survey Winner Books Their Free Holiday 2nd December 2016
English Riviera Tourism Destination Survey Winner Books Their Free Holiday…
November 2016
Building Reinstatement Valuation30th November 2016
As a property professional first and foremost I was saddened to hear about the recent fire and subsequent complete loss of one of the oldest hotels…
Award winning Lockabox use Torbay Work Hubs to build business30th November 2016
Herald Express Business of the Year award winners Lockabox find everything they need to successfully run their business at the Torbay Work Hubs…
Try a Work hub free for a day 18th November 2016
The Harbour Works, Torquay and Brixham Seaworks are hosting two open days on the 1 and 2 December for business people to use the hot desking and…
.png&action=TdaArticleThumb)
New workshop for Pop up Shop retailer NoboJacs4th November 2016
Jackie Viney, owner of handmade soft furnishings and curtain business, NoboJacs, has taken the next step in developing her business.
Jackie…
October 2016
Register your business for Love Your High Street21st October 2016
Independent high street businesses are gearing up for the Bay’s second Love your High Street Torbay week, taking place from the 28 November…
New Business Park for Paignton 21st October 2016
TDA, on behalf of Torbay Council, has applied for planning permission to develop land at Claylands Cross into a new buinsess park.
Torba
Torbay unemployment figures at an all time low 21st October 2016
The latest figures show that Torbay’s unemployment is at its lowest since records began.
Torbay Council’s Elected Mayor and
TDA working with schools from Bournemouth to Cornwall 12th October 2016
Earlier this year, TDA Property Services Team won a competitive tender to carry out condition surveys for Plymouth CAST, the largest multi…
Purple Valley Designs enjoy business growth after a stint in the Pop Up Shop7th October 2016
Background
Purple Valley Designs is a craft, toy and gift business set up by business partners and couple, Andrea Bösche and Gary Porter.…
September 2016
TDA successfully project manages new laboratory facilities at Paignton Community and Sports Academy.29th September 2016
A new laboratory at Paignton Community and Sports Academy’s Waterleat Road Campus has been successfully project managed from start to finish…
New anchor tenant Scymaris to create 80 new jobs at Brixham Lab 26th September 2016
New anchor tenant Scymaris to create 80 new jobs at Brixham Lab
Over 80 new jobs will be created at the Brixham Laboratory over the next…
Torbay’s successful Love your High Street week returns 22nd September 2016
Independent high street businesses are gearing up for the Bay’s second Love your High Street Torbay week, taking place from the 28 November…
50 South Devon Employers look to grow business with Free Jobs Fair22nd September 2016
Local employers looking to grow their businesses will be exhibiting at the South Devon Jobs Fair in Torquay on Friday 7 October.
Delivered by…
From Business Start Up to Award Winner in 9 months8th September 2016
Film maker John Tomkins set up his business Emberlense in December last year and in his first year of trade scooped a Torbay Hour Social Media…
August 2016
Pop up Shop turns one with a special birthday bash!30th August 2016
The Pop up Shop is celebrated its first birthday last Saturday on 27 August, with a speical birthday party to mark its year on…
Major funding award for Torbay Culture Board16th August 2016
Torbay Culture Board has secured £245,000 of funding from Arts Council England to deliver the next phase of Torbay’s ten year cultural…
Pop up Shop celebrates its birthday16th August 2016
The Pop up Shop is celebrating its first birthday on Saturday 27 August, reflecting on the major successes of its inaugural year on the Torquay…
Free event connects South Devon employers with job seekers 15th August 2016
Delivered by Torbay Council and TDA in partnership with Jobcentre Plus, this free event will take place in Torquay’s Town Hall Assembly…
Torbay Hi Tech Forum going from strength to strength 10th August 2016
Torbay’s Elected Mayor, Gordon Oliver, said: “Torbay and South Devon is nationally recognised by industry as one of the top locations…
Business advice and funding crucial to support growth of local companies 8th August 2016
Business support from TDA’s accredited business advisors and funding from the Torbay Growth Fund has helped Casting Support Solut
New and expanding companies investing in Torbay 4th August 2016
A new business, Riviera Occupational Services Limited, has set up in the last available unit in Bishops Place, Paignton.
Operating from
July 2016
Torbay’s town centre regeneration plans on track 29th July 2016
Proposals for improving experience and increasing footfall in Torbay’s town centres is on track, as Torbay Council and TDA work towards…
100 retailers back Torbay’s first Love your High Street 22nd July 2016
Torbay’s first High Street regeneration campaign, Love your High Street week, took place July 11-17. 100 retailers registered to be a part…
Torbay’s Tourism businesses help shape Destination Management Plan15th July 2016
On behalf of Torbay Council, TDA have reached out to Torbay’s tourism businesses to help develop a new Tourism Destination Management Plan…
Cockington Court is in the Torquay TripAdvisor top 1015th July 2016
Cockington Court is delighted that is in the top ten things to do in Torquay as voted for by reviewers on TripAdvisor.
The Court is a creative…
Graduates awarded at Focus Five Celebration Event 13th July 2016
Local businesses rally to support major conference!11th July 2016
Local businesses are signing up to support a major international conference coming to Torbay in September.
The 7th International Conference…
China Supports Major Conference in the English Riviera5th July 2016
Major support has been secured from China to provide translation services at the 7th International Conference on UNESCO Global Geoparks, which is…
SOUP event reveals high entrepreneurial activity in Torbay 1st July 2016
Torbay’s entrepreneurs took the chance to pitch their business ideas in a bid to win the first Torbay SOUP event.
The event was…
Shop Local and Support Torbay High Street Regeneration 1st July 2016
June 2016
Torbay the top location for marine training company15th June 2016
Specialist marine training provider STCW Training UK Ltd expands and set up in the TDA’s offices in Bishops Place, Paignton…
The launch of Love your High Street Torbay15th June 2016
Independent high street businesses in Torbay are gearing up for the Bay’s first Love your High Street Torbay week, taking place from the 11…
New Science Labs Complement Innovative Teaching 13th June 2016
Three new laboratories benefitting from the use of the latest technology compiled with a contemporary design have just been completed at…
TDA recognised as an Investor in People1st June 2016
TDA, an award winning provider of business and property services in the South West, has been awarded the Investors in People Standard,…
May 2016
TDA support provides The Scarlett Rainbow Company confidence to grow31st May 2016
Sharon Wilson started her haberdashery and alterations business 13 months ago with help from the New Enterprise Allowance delivered by the…
Pop Up Shop the ideal start for retailer’s journey 10th May 2016
Local personalised gift business, Fanciflair, has taken the next step in her retail business journey.
Torquay based Mandy Falconer took her…
April 2016
Torquay Pop Up Shop Welcomes Award Winners 25th April 2016
Herald Express Business of the Year award winners Lockabox are the newest small business to retail in Torquay’s Pop Up Shop.
Peter…
Win £1,000 by pitching your business idea at SOUP22nd April 2016
SOUP is an international crowdfunding phenomenon that brings communities together to raise small-scale investment to kick-start new businesses or…
Arundal Astronautics sets up in Torquay13th April 2016
Arundal Astronautics Ltd, an engineering company that specialises in design solutions for spacecraft systems, has based in Torquay.
The…
Pop up the High Street retailer prepares for next venture at Cockington Court craft studios12th April 2016
Former Pop up the High Street tenant and local wood crafting business, Takahashi-McGil, has successfully applied to become the next creative…
Major projects to breathe new life into town centres 11th April 2016
Torbay Council and TDA are bringing to life some of the ambitious projects that are set out in town centre masterplans.
Following extensive…
The Heart of the South West Pop Up Business Cafes8th April 2016
The Heart of the South West LEP is running a series of free Pop-Up Business Cafés at established café venues across the region…
National campaign recognises Torbay Seafood Company5th April 2016
The Blue Sea Food Company is one of the business case studies used by the Department of Work and Pensions in their national See Potential…
Torbay’s engineers of the future experience Gooch and Housego headquarters5th April 2016
As part of British Science Week and National Apprenticeship Week, handpicked students were invited into Gooch & Housego’s…
March 2016
Funding awarded to revive Torbay's treasured assets24th March 2016
The Paignton Picture House and Shoalstone Revival projects have been awarded in the region of £50,000 each.
Torbay’s Coastal…
Somerset Enterprise Centres' Crossways Training become second largest education provider at Weston College 22nd March 2016
Crossways Training is a training and education provider who engages with 16-18 year olds through sport to provide them with better employment…
Pop Up success inspires new business 14th March 2016
Little Molly’s Crafts has taken the next step in their retail journey and opened a unit in Torquay’s indoor market.
Local…
New investment opportunity for Torbay waterpark3rd March 2016
The waterpark at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, is available to lease under a tender to prospective operators.
This site is one of the English…
February 2016
Meet local employers at the Jobs Fair on 4th March26th February 2016
Job seekers can meet with Torbay and South Devon employers, who are actively recruiting, at a Jobs Fair in Torquay on Friday 4 March.
This…
Spaces still available before Easter in Pop up Shop11th February 2016
Pop up the High Street is looking for new retailers
Pop up the High Street, which is located in Union Street Torquay, offers independent…
January 2016
Free event connects South Devon employers with job seekers27th January 2016
South Devon employers, who are actively recruiting, will be exhibiting at a Jobs Fair in Torquay on Friday 4 March.
Sponsored by TUC Union…
TDA sponsors the 2016 South Devon Business Excellence Awards19th January 2016
TDA and Torbay Council are the headline sponsors of the South Devon Business Excellence Awards, as part of their commitment to raise the…
Princess Pier Decking Project 14th January 2016
Torbay Council is beginning works this week on a new phase to replace areas of decking on Princess Pier. It is expected the project will be…
Have your say on the Torbay Tourism Business Improvement District12th January 2016
Torbay’s tourism businesses have an important role to play in influencing the next steps for industry support in their sector.
After…
December 2015
Free advice and workshops for independent retailers22nd December 2015
On Monday 11 January, Shop Up the High Street is hosting its first Free Small Business Retail Conference at Paignton Enterprise Centre,…
South Devon Highway opens to traffic15th December 2015
Devon County Council and Torbay Council, along with Galliford Try, have announced that the South Devon Highway is n
November 2015
Pop up the High Street shop full for 2015 11th November 2015
Pop up the High Street shop is fully booked with retailers until 2016. Since opening at the end of August in Union Street Torquay, has enjoyed a…
Torbay hi tech business scheme the best 4th November 2015
At this year’s Federation of Small Business awards ceremony, Torbay Council won the category for the best scheme to support innovative…
October 2015
Eat Drink Network - Friday 6th November18th October 2015
Join us on Friday 6th November at Paignton Enterprise Centre at Bishops Place for an Open Day incorporating the Eat, Drink, Network breakfast…
September 2015
Could you run your business from your mobile phone?28th September 2015
Could you run your business from your mobile phone?
Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce, runs the world’s largest CRM company from his…
South Devon Business Export Support wins at Enterprising Britain Awards 2015 22nd September 2015
TDA’s Ready for Export project displays outstanding innovation and ambition and wins the Enterprising Britain Awards 2015.
The…
An affordable way for South Devon businesses to promote their vacancies 22nd September 2015
Torbay Council’s arms-length development agency has created a new, eye-catching website to support South Devon businesses in recruiting…
Consultation launched for 'On Track - the 20 year interim report' by Peninsula Rail Task Force21st September 2015
The Peninsula Rail Task Force campaign is calling on the Prime Minister to sign a 3-Point Plan for a great South West Peninsula railway and commit…
TDA's Ready for Export support programme wins Enterprising Britain Award 201518th September 2015
Innovative Business Improvement Projects, Youth Led Enterprise Skills Programme and Business Export Support win
Enterprising Britain…
Pop Up shop delivers 200% increase in sales 7th September 2015
TDA’s Pop Up the High Street shop in Torquay, which opened on Saturday 29 August, has seen its tenants enjoy a fantastic first week of…
August 2015
Join the business breakfast debate to understand marketing success in your business21st August 2015
September’s Eat, Drink, Network business breakfast will focus on marketing and how businesses can find the right balance between digital…
Four new tenants joining Pop Up shop for launch18th August 2015
The first four tenants have signed on the dotted line and will move into the Pop Up the High Street shop in Torquay, which opens on Saturday 29…
Effect Photonics secure £100,000 from Unlocking Business Investment Fund5th August 2015
Torbay Hi Tech Forum member Effect Photonics has been successful in securing £100,000 from the Unlocking Business Investment Fund…
TDA establishes Pop Up the High Street team4th August 2015
TDA has appointed Business Advisor Liz Edwards and Marketing Executive Gemma Eastwood to drive the Pop Up the High Street project in Torbay…
July 2015
MADE Pilot inspires careers in Torbay’s Manufacturing Sector 29th July 2015
MADE Pilot inspires careers in Torbay’s Manufacturing Sector
September will see the start of a new TDA initiative bringing Torbay…
Pop Up the High Street Locates in Torbay7th July 2015
Pop Up the High Street Locates in Torbay
Pop Up the High Street is a brand new initiative designed to give entrepreneurs operating in the…
June 2015
Torbay Culture Board appoints Executive Director 30th June 2015
Torbay’s Cultural Strategy has taken a significant step forward, and with the assistance of TDA, Torbay Council and Arts Council England,…
BB Photonics locates in Torbay with $1m investment30th June 2015
US owned BB Photonics UK Ltd has joined Torbay’s growing cluster of photonics companies, opening a new facility in Plymouth…
Award-winning photographer Neil Bremner to speak at Dulverton business breakfast 17th June 2015
An award-winning photographer is set to be the keynote speaker at South West Businesses Centres’ next business breakfast.
Regional…
TDA seek non Executive Directors9th June 2015
TDA is looking for three private sector non Executive Directors to join their Board to support the growth of the company.
The company, whose…
May 2015
Invited guests celebrate at Cockington Court29th May 2015
On Thursday 21 May 2015, Cockington Court celebrated the opening of the new Visitor Welcome Point and The Gallery.
At an event hosted by…
Torbay Cultural Strategy Funding approved27th May 2015
TDA, in partnership with the Torbay Culture Board, has secured public funding from Arts Council England to deliver the first phase of Enjoy, talk,…
Graduates awarded at Focus Five Celebration Event22nd May 2015
On Wednesday 6 May, the Focus Five Celebration Event, presented by TDA, awarded 84 students at an inspiring graduation ceremony.
In…
Torbay Council enter Pavilion agreement 20th May 2015
Torbay Council is pleased to have reached an agreement to lease, subject to planning permission, with Nicholas James Group and Marina Developments…
Gaff enjoy success at Cockington Court Craft Centre 14th May 2015
Gaff Interiors and Upholstery opened in Cockington a year ago, moving to a new unit over the winter.
Since the opening, the company run by…
Eat. Drink. Network – Join the debate 14th May 2015
TDA has developed a new, dynamic business networking event for organisations across the South West.
The first Eat. Drink. Network event…
Hi tech trade mission to Germany a ‘great success’ 12th May 2015
Four companies, Alpha Contract Engineering Ltd, Eltek Semiconductors Ltd, Plessey, and Rydon Technology, each achieved their objectives from the…
Torre Abbey scoops RIBA South West Award8th May 2015
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announces its South West regional winner, with Torre Abbey winning the Conservation Award 2015…
enlightenHR continues to grow 5th May 2015
Business has grown steadily for enlightenHR since it moved into an office at Bishops Place, Paignton.
The business, which provides SMEs with…
Torbay Tech Jam inspires children to code5th May 2015
Local technology enthusiasts Paul Sutton and Tom Brough have set up Torbay Tech Jam, a club designed for people with a passion for technology…
April 2015
Insignia Creative chosen to provide international digital marketing28th April 2015
Torquay based website design and marketing company Insignia Creative has been hand picked and recognised as an international website provider,…
US CEO to meet with Torbay Hi Tech cluster21st April 2015
CEO of Boston Micromachines Corporation (BMC), Paul Bierden, is in Torbay for two days to visit members of the Torbay Hi Tech Forum.
The…
Devon means business20th April 2015
The Devon Business Expo 2015 is at The Matford Centre, Exeter on Thursday 30 April.
The event is one of the largest business to business…
Somerset business breakfast announced at Wheddon Cross 15th April 2015
Following the successful launch of the new Highbridge Enterprise Centre in Somerset, South West Business Centres are continuing their support for…
Gooch & Housego opens its doors to Torbay’s engineers of the future 15th April 2015
Handpicked students were invited into Gooch & Housego’s headquarters in Torquay and given a glimpse of what their future could look like…
Andrew draws on his experiences with his new business14th April 2015
A Wilson Accounting Services was incorporated in January and business is already going well, using Brixham Sea Works as a base.
Having…
Local Hi Tech businesses seek new opportunities in Germany10th April 2015
Companies from TDA’s Torbay Hi Tech Forum will visit the SMT Hybrid Packaging conference and exhibition, which is held 5-7 May 2015 in…
Torbay Hi Tech company receives research program funding9th April 2015
Local photonics assembly specialists Alpha Contract Engineering (ACE) is partnering Nokia Technologies and Oxford University on a hi tech research…
R&R Construction takes on more workers2nd April 2015
Primarily covering South Devon, R & R Construction and R & R Scaffolding, based at Brixham Sea Works, are now so busy Richard is looking…
March 2015
Cockington Court opens exciting new Visitor Welcome Point and Gallery 30th March 2015
On Easter Sunday 5th April 2015 at 10am, Cockington Court will open its new Visitor Welcome Point and The Gallery to the public at the front of…
Tell us about Torbay30th March 2015
In June 2015, Torbay will hope to secure what will be the largest Business Improvement District in the UK generating sustainable investment of…
Hinkley supply chain opportunities throughout the Heart of the South West18th March 2015
You are probably aware that Corinne Mathews has been seconded to the HotSW for six months as the New Nuclear Coordinator. She wanted me to…
Pearson and Pearson find Cockington Court the perfect location for their business13th March 2015
When Sam and Susan Pearson were looking to move away from the South East they found Cockington to be the perfect new base.
The couple have…
Design lecturer's new venture at Cockington Court a success12th March 2015
When the opportunity came to retire from teaching and take a studio in the Sea Change studios at Cockington Court Craft Centre, Trish Woods took…
Enquiries and bookings up 50% for Blue Chip Holidays11th March 2015
With enquiries and bookings up around 50 per cent on last year, Blue Chip Holidays is looking forward to a busy season.
The company was…
Funky Green Web Machine caters for a niche market10th March 2015
Funky Green Web Machine was set up to provide a service to sole traders and small businesses, offering them ‘something different’ to…
Demand grows for popular leading artist and sculptor Marc Heaton10th March 2015
Marc Heaton has had a studio at the Sea Change studios at Cockington Court Craft Centre for three years and during that time has become known for…
Business taking flight at Exeter Airport6th March 2015
Entrepreneurs, investors and business travellers are being urged to take advantage of an initiative to consolidate the South West’s vital…
February 2015
South West Business Centres to open new £1.16m Hub27th February 2015
A dynamic new £1.16m centre, managed by South West Business Centres, gets its grand opening on Wednesday 25 March 2015.
The recently…
SmallBiz Accounts add more staff as business grows17th February 2015
Owner of SmallBiz Accounts, Nathan Holmes, has taken on additional staff to cope with an increase in the businesses workload.
The business…
Get involved with the Torbay Retail and Tourism Business Improvement District Workshops17th February 2015
In June 2015, Torbay will hope to secure what will be the largest Business Improvement District in the UK generating sustainable investment…
Essential 6 is CITB approved12th February 2015
Essential 6 has been construction industry training board (CITB) approved.
The company, based at Torquay’s Lymington Road…
South West Polymer Supplies Plans Extension6th February 2015
South West Polymer Supplies, a business run by Polymer engineer Mike Thompson, plans expansion after receiving funding from the Torbay Growth Fund…
Devon company and businessman win prestigious regional business awards6th February 2015
A Devon manufacturer and businessman have won prestigious regional awards in the EEF/Aldermore Future Manufacturing Awards.
Hymid Multi-Shot,…
January 2015
Award Winning South Devon Export Network goes from strength to strength29th January 2015
After an award winning year in 2014, the South Devon Export Network (SDEN) will be continuing to grow and expand its networking opportunities in…
Bay boosted by successful Coastal Communities Fund bid26th January 2015
Torbay Council and Torbay Development Agency have successfully secured £1.575m of investment through the Transforming Torbay Coastal…
Focus Five seeks inspirational business leaders to become mentors15th January 2015
Focus Five, created by the Torbay Development Agency (TDA) in partnership with Education Business Partnership South West, is an award scheme…