Sandwell businesses urged to get involved in consultation on proposed exceptions to Commonwealth Games advertising and trading restrictions
22/12/2020
Will your business be affected? Don’t miss the opportunity to have your say and get involved in the open consultation on proposed exceptions to Commonwealth Games advertising and trading restrictions. The consultation closes Monday on 11 January 2021.
What a year: positive news from our business community
21/12/2020
We always publish good news on Think Sandwell and, this year, it has felt more important than ever to shine a light on the businesses achieving more, bucking the trend or rallying around others. So here is a selection of good things that have happened in our Sandwell business community since the first national lockdown in March 2020.
Get your team tested: rapid Covid-19 testing is coming to Sandwell
18/12/2020
Around one in three people with Covid-19 don’t have any symptoms. So it’s great that free rapid Covid-19 testing is coming from Monday 21 December for everyone living or working in Sandwell. Here’s how to book your test.
Turnover and profits up for Sandwell-headquartered lubricants firm
16/12/2020
Sandwell-headquartered lubricants firm Exol Lubricants has reported a rise in both turnover and pre-tax profits during its latest financial year, and anticipates further growth in the coming year.
Festive treats #MadeInSandwell: have you got yours yet?
14/12/2020
This week’s #MadeInSandwell star is Robinson’s Bakery, which is getting ready for Christmas with its festive range of treat, gift and share boxes.
£3.2m deal driving Sandwell bus operator’s green strategy forwards
11/12/2020
Sandwell-headquartered bus and coach operator Rotala aims to reduce its carbon footprint with a new fleet of environmentally friendly vehicles.
Sandwell engineering firm to get £1m revenue boost with new partnership
10/12/2020
Engineering solutions provider Deritend Group has been announced as a preferred supplier to IESA in a deal that could be worth up to £1m per year.
West Bromwich industrial estate acquired for £2.8m
09/12/2020
Property firm Stenprop has acquired the Phoenix Industrial Estate in West Bromwich from a private investor in a deal worth £2.8m.
Community values #MadeInSandwell: Dartmouth Park sensory garden saved
07/12/2020
Local community project Friends of Dartmouth Park recently approached Sandwell Council seeking help to repair its sensory garden. It was introduced to local civil engineering firm Currall Lewis and Martin Construction, which was looking to support a local cause.
Funding boost for cycling and walking schemes
04/12/2020
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced further funding for West Midlands councils to create more safe cycling and walking routes.
