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Teesworks watercourse reaches ‘pivotal milestone’ “The sheer scale of the works has been something to behold” Construction of a £18 million surface water drainage system at the giant Teesworks site has reached a vital milestone. Water has now broken through from the River Tees into the South Bank Watercourse, which is designed to manage surface water run-off from the 90-acre SeAH Wind facility and future developments on South Bank and Dorman Point. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eYpjGwVW John McNicholas Hall Construction Services Applebridge Seymour Civil Engineering

HLA Group rises with £1.2 million baker work “Our system not only meets COSHH regulations but also reduces energy costs by recycling both air and heat, eliminating the requirement for an additional heating, ventilation and air conditioning system.” Boldon-headquartered mechanical services firm Hla Services Limited has risen to the challenge with a £1.2 million bakery contract, having designed, built and installed a dust extraction system for the “UK’s largest high street bakery chain”. The firm carried out £1.1 million work at a Newcastle factory and a £100,000 project at a Leeds production base. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eQx7igKe Michael Oliver Lee Kirby Robert Davison

Airport unveils ‘landmark’ cargo hub “AirLink is a landmark development that could create high-quality jobs, generate millions for the local economy and unlock new opportunities for businesses.” A major cargo development at Newcastle International Airport is set to create thousands of jobs and inject up to £165 million into the North East economy each year. The 750,000sq ft site, now officially named AirLink, will serve as a key hub for cargo operators, freight forwarders and ground handling agents. Unveiled at MIPIM, the four-day global real estate conference held in Cannes, France, AirLink was one of several North East development projects showcased to investors, with the airport, in partnership with Newcastle City Council and Invest Newcastle, helping shine a spotlight on “the North East’s vast potential”. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e5_nsJ4H Alice Andreasen ACIM MBA Michelle Percy FRICS Keith Stewart Naylors Gavin Black

Retired GP to run 88 miles for Derwent Hill “Experiences like Derwent Hill can have an extremely positive, profound and long-lasting effect on young people, like it did me, and so it would be great if I can raise enough money to send a class of school children from Sunderland to enjoy this amazing place.” Dr Julie Carter, a retired GP and renowned fell runner from Keswick, is set to run 88 miles from Keswick to Sunderland to raise £10,000 for Derwent Hill, a life-changing outdoor activity centre, where she found her passion for running and mountaineering as a teenager. Julie, born and raised in Sunderland, is aiming to fund a five-day residential stay at Derwent Hill for 30 young children who would otherwise miss out due to financial pressures. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gvPP3PwP Matthew Ellis Together for Children Simon Marshall Sunderland City Council Sunderland AFC

HCI secures funding to ‘transform patient care’ “Our comprehensive solution empowers patients to take an active role in managing their health and we are delighted to receive this investment, which will enable us to expand our reach, to both healthcare providers and patients in need.” Newton Abbot-based digital health company HCI has secured a £375,000 equity investment from the British Business Bank’s South West Investment Fund via appointed fund manager The FSE Group to help “expand the reach” and develop its CONNECTPlus digital health platform and healthcare video library. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gMKcxYhP Richard Wyatt-Haines Hugh Kelly Ralph Singleton Jody Tableporter 

Durham’s historic footpaths restored “This event marks a significant milestone in preserving the heritage and improving the infrastructure of The Bailey.” Durham County Council has completed work on The Bailey, having carefully laid natural stone footpaths and kerbs, replacing the cobbles and resurfacing the carriageway while preserving as much original material as possible. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eJBSDtwi Durham Cathedral Durham University

Drivers to benefit from new partnership “This new venture means that drivers in Northumberland can buy and service their vehicles all in one place, ensuring we continue to deliver the best possible service for local motorists in Ashington and build strong customer relationships.” A new servicing and autocare centre has opened in Ashington as Richard Hardie has partnered with HiQ Tyres & Autocare. Based at Richard Hardie’s dealership, the “state-of-the-art” centre offers MOTs, tyre fitting and repairs, combining over 50 years of local expertise with HiQ’s national servicing reputation, offering a complete combination of vehicle sales and autocare for customers under one roof. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eax9PW_F Nick Hardie

Dormer engineers growth with new investment “We now have the biggest machining envelope we have ever had.” Middlesbrough-based Dormor Machine & Engineering has bought an advanced HNK Horizontal Boring Machine, the largest-ever investment in its 46-year history. The new machine, which is already in use, will enable the firm to take on more complex projects, continuing a long history of Dormor investing in and embracing new technologies. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e3yhsgZK Helen Cameron-Clarke Ian Vickers

Jobs boost in Sheffield student housing project “Sheffield has an incredible student culture, and we want to enhance that by offering a space where students feel supported, engaged and inspired.” Student accommodation provider true student is transforming an ex-BMW car garage into a 28-storey living hub in Sheffield, helping create and support hundres of jobs. It says the new building will house 494 beds, catering to students from The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eKFa3TpH

Work begins on Byker housing scheme “Bringing much-needed new affordable homes to the estate is something our customers have told us is important to them, so it’s fantastic to see the new homes at Bolam Street making such good progress.” A new social housing development is taking shape on Newcastle’s Byker estate, bringing 24 “much-needed new affordable homes” to the community. Led by Karbon Homes and designed by Newcastle architect IDPartnership, the project on Bolam Street will deliver a mix of bungalows, houses and Tyneside flats, all powered by air source heat pumps. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ewckjjeb Michelle Bell Homes England Robert Alstead Nick Hartley NB Clark Ian Johnson Byker Community Trust