Veterinary app, Joii Pet Care, run by Leeds-based tech firm Vet-AI has passed a significant milestone in growth this week as 100,000 UK pets are now registered with the app. Launched in 2019 by experienced vets Robert Dawson and Sarah Dawson, and tech entrepreneur Paul Hallett, Joii Pet Care’s mission is to provide accessible andRead more
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Wakefield-based thermal and metallurgical engineering firm Inprotec has completed a seven-figure project to support the creation of the world’s first ‘clean plant’ antimony and gold processing facility in Sohar, Oman. The facility, known as an antimony roaster, is the largest of its kind outside of China and the world’s first ‘clean plant’, designed and builtRead more
Vet-tech specialist Vet-AI has welcomed two senior academics from the University of Leeds to its fast-growing team as it takes its revolutionary Joii app to the next level. The company, based at University of Leeds innovation hub, Nexus, has formed a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Mark Gilthorpe, Professor of Statistical Epidemiology at the University’sRead more
A software and app development agency has created a UK-wide platform to ensure children don’t go hungry this half term following the Government’s decision to halt its free school meals extension. Manchester-based Silverchip brought its team together to volunteer to work through the night on Friday (23rd October) to create https://www.schoolmealfinder.org/. The platform enables organisations acrossRead more
Accountancy and business advisory firm Hentons has just recorded one of its strongest ever 12-month trading periods, with the fast-growing Leeds-headquartered practice named as one of the top 100 accountancy practices in the UK earlier this month. Hentons, which has offices in Leeds, York, Sheffield, Thirsk and London recorded a 13% increase in turnover overRead more
West Yorkshire charity, Simon on the Streets is encouraging residents, businesses, and families to participate in a lockdown-friendly fundraising event, where they spend the night on their sofas or floors to highlight the underreported issue of sofa surfing. Named ‘Simon’s Big Sofa Surf’, the event will be held on the evening of 27th November 2020,Read more
Leading Leeds-based digital solutions provider UXG has expanded its team with the appointment of Ryan Hill as product design manager. Ryan takes on the role left by Garry Pullan, who has been promoted to a newly created head of operations position. Ryan brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the team, having worked forRead more
Businesses are invited to participate in an afternoon of golf as part of a fundraising activity to raise money for Yorkshire charity, Simon on the Streets. The longstanding Leeds-based charity supports homeless and vulnerable people throughout Leeds, Bradford, and Kirklees. Its team of six full-time outreach keyworkers provide emotional and practical support who are currentlyRead more
A Leeds-based multi-national web development and digital marketing agency has been shortlisted for two prestigious awards. GRM Digital has made the finals in the UK Agency Awards for Best Crisis Communications or Response Campaign for its work in supporting businesses throughout the Coronavirus pandemic. It is also in the running for the Digital Agency AwardRead more
Leeds and St Helens-based digital and traditional signage manufacturer Widd Signs has appointed a second business development manager to its 80-strong team as it looks to grow its presence in several key markets. Jac Lloyd-Jones will be responsible for expanding the company’s client base in a number of key markets, with a particular focus onRead more
