Stories Driven by change
Category: News
Manchester launches ‘London-style’ network with modern tap and go contactless
Public Realm
Delivery of integrated payment system – unlocking seamless travel between bus and tram under a single, simple and affordable fare…
Global banking giant BNY vows to grow in Manchester as
Financial, professional, business services
Chancellor Rachel Reeves visits BNY's new Angel Square hub for its 2,000 staff. Global bank BNY says it wants to…
North West takes a giant leap into space with landmark
Advanced materials & manufacturing
The North West of England is set to play a central role in the global space economy after Mayor of…
£4.5m programme to deliver essential skills support to Greater Manchester
Financial, professional, business services
Businesses across Greater Manchester can now access free, tailored skills development support to help address workforce challenges, boost productivity, and…
Developments that will shape Greater Manchester’s visitor economy over the
Real Estate
In January 2025, a new strategy for Greater Manchester’s visitor economy was published, setting out a roadmap to lead the sector sustainably…
International Women’s Month 2025: Celebrating the women at Salford shaping
Financial, professional, business services
As part of International Women’s Day 2025, the University of Salford is celebrating the extraordinary women leading ground-breaking research that…
St Patrick’s Day: A Spotlight on Six Irish Firms Making
Digital, cyber & AI , Financial, professional, business services
As St. Patrick's Day celebrations commence across Greater Manchester, the city-region reflects on the significant impact of Irish investments that…
Lancashire Cricket to host ‘Destination Manchester’ trade event in Bengaluru
Manchester India Partnership
Lancashire Cricket is set to host a ‘Destination Manchester’ trade networking event during the Club’s 2025 pre-season tour of Bengaluru.…
AECOM joins Greater Manchester delegation in Austin to strengthen ties
Advanced materials & manufacturing
AECOM hosts city and business leaders from Manchester and Austin for roundtable discussions to foster shared learnings and collaboration AECOM,…
