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Businesses looking to invest, expand or relocate in West Northamptonshire now have access to a powerful new resource....
Thousands enjoy day of community, culture and civic pride for Northamptonshire Day
Thousands of residents and visitors joined celebrations in Northampton Market Square on 25 October for the inaugural Northamptonshire Day event, demonstrating why Northamptonshire is the perfect place to live, work, visit, invest, and thrive. Organised by West and...
Northampton optometrists heads the nominations at national eyecare awards
An optometrists in Northampton has been shortlisted for four national eyecare awards in recognition of its pioneering commitment to technology and customer service. Tompkins, Knight & Son’s state-of-the-art practice in Kingsley Road, Northampton has been...
Business Secretary calls for Investment, Innovation, and Regional Prosperity
Business Secretary, Peter Kyle, delivered a compelling address at the Regional Investment Summit in Birmingham on 21 October 2025, outlining the government’s strategic response to Britain’s low-growth legacy and reaffirming its commitment to building a pro-business,...
Atsushi Horiba, Chairman & Group CEO of HORIBA, Ltd., Receives Honorary OBE
HORIBA Group (hereafter HORIBA) is proud to announce that Atsushi Horiba, Chairman & Group CEO, has been awarded the OBE by His Majesty King Charles III. This prestigious honour recognises Mr. Horiba for his services to the UK automotive sector. The Order of the...
WNC Cabinet explores innovation & growth opportunities at Silverstone Park and Circuit
Members of West Northamptonshire Council’s new Cabinet – including Leader Cllr Mark Arnull and Deputy Leader Cllr James Petter – have undertaken an insightful visit to Silverstone Park and the neighbouring Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, gaining a first-hand look at...
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team debuts bio-based carbon fibre composite material on race car
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team is pleased to announce the successful use of a bio-based resin on the rear brake duct wheel shields of the #63 W16 – which crossed the line in second place at the Baku City Circuit – following efforts to qualify and apply sustainable...
National Manufacturing Day with HORIBA UK
We had a chat with Daniel Greenwell CEng, Research & Development Supervisor over at HORIBA UK about their new benchtop fuel cell test station to mark National Manufacturing Day 2025. Read on to hear the impact this product will have, it's innovative features, and...
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team and Motorsport UK power 2025 IAME Waterswift Restricted Cadet Class on Sustainable Fuel
The 2025 IAME Waterswift Restricted Cadet Class, one of four classes within the British Kart Championships, has been powered by sustainable fuel thanks to funding provided by the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, based in Brackley here in West Northants. Delivered in...
Invest in West Northants Property Search Tool Now Live
Businesses looking to invest, expand or relocate in West Northamptonshire now have access to a powerful new resource. The Invest in West Northants website has launched a Commercial Property Search Tool, making it easier than ever to identify quality land and premises...