On a quiet industrial estate in east Leeds, among warehouses and ring roads, a familiar glow still flickers.

Johnston Carmichael has agreed a new partnership with STAC (Smart Things Accelerator Centre), underlining the firm’s commitment to Scotland’s innovation economy and supporting the next generation of tech entrepreneurs.

In an industry often driven by short-term contracts and shifting ownership, Bagnalls stands out as a rare constant. Founded in 1875 and still family-owned nearly 150 years later, Bagnalls is one of the UK’s most respected names in its field.

F.Hinds, one of the UK’s longest-established family-owned jewellers, has reinforced its commitment to responsible business, community investment and long-term high-street growth following an impressive performance in 2025.

Young people across North Glasgow will soon enjoy upgraded facilities and resources thanks to the work of Lambhill Stables. The charity provides a safe, welcoming space where the community can come together to learn, play and socialise.

Audiology group The Hearing Clinic UK has announced two new hires and a key internal promotion as it prepares for its next phase of growth.

St Austell Brewery has announced a year-long partnership with renowned endurance athlete Nick Butter and the immersive running retreat company he founded - Run Weekends.

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

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

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 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.

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.

Whether they are centuries-old manufacturers, neighbourhood grocers or emerging technology innovators, these firms play a far more influential role than their modest public profiles might suggest.

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.

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 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.

The ability to juggle roles, sometimes gracefully, sometimes awkwardly, is one of the least discussed yet most critical skills in family business life.

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.

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.