Development Sector Optimistic Yet Constrained By Market Pressures

New research reveals that the UK development industry is entering 2026 with cautious optimism but is still held back by deep-rooted staffing challenges that are slowing delivery and squeezing project viability.

Walmart Announces Leadership Changes

Walmart Inc. (Nasdaq: WMT) announced that its Board of Directors has elected new leaders to its Executive Council.

Bagnalls Completes Redecoration of Four-Star Hotel In Historic York

Bagnalls has successfully completed a major redecoration project at The Milner Hotel, a four-star landmark in the heart of historic York.

HMG Paints Support River Stories Arts And The Environment Exhibition

HMG Paints is combining its passion for Art and the local environment by supporting an upcoming exhibition entitled “River Stories” focusing on the River Irk, the very river that runs through the heart of the companies Manchester site.

Aldi Scotland Sports Fund Awards Homegrown Talent

Aldi Scotland has awarded £2,500 to Gogar Park Young Curlers through its Scottish Sport Fund as part of a special one-off Champion’s Award launched to celebrate Scotland’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Gebrüder Weiss Announces Leadership Transition In Bulgaria

Marieta Grigorova, who has served as head of Gebrüder Weiss’ Bulgarian operations for 32 years, is retiring. Lyudmil Elshishki, a logistics expert with international experience, is assuming responsibility.

Leonard Curtis Secures £15M Finance Deal For Charles Trent

Leonard Curtis has secured a £15 million refinancing and growth facility for Charles Trent Limited, providing increased working capital and long-term headroom to support continued expansion, investment in innovation and the scaling of its circular-economy operations.

New Year Boost As JCB Wins $205M Military Contract

JCB has secured a massive deal to supply the United States armed forces with more than 500 machines in a deal worth up to $205 million, the company announced.

Denholm Good Logistics Wins Sea Freight Forwarder Of The Year

Denholm Good Logistics Limited, an award-winning 3PL provider of end-to-end supply chain services, is proud to announce that it has been named Sea Freight Forwarder of the Year at the 2025 British International Freight Association (BIFA) Awards.

Rising Mid-Market Confidence Underpins Positive Expectations

The UK private sector was buoyed by a sharp expansion in output among mid-market businesses at the end of 2025, which has helped to fuel optimism for 2026.

ChalkStream Crowned SME Food & Drink Manufacturer Of The Year

Hampshire-based business ChalkStream Foods has been named the UK’s SME Food and Drink Manufacturer of the Year at the Food and Drink Federation’s (FDF) inaugural MP’s Choice Awards.

Partnership Calls For Pothole Warranties To Save Taxpayers' Cash

The Pothole Partnership is leading calls for five-year warranties to be given on pothole repairs to ensure delivery of permanent repairs – and help save cash for council taxpayers.