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Businesses looking to invest, expand or relocate in West Northamptonshire now have access to a powerful new resource....
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Inspires Future Engineers
In celebration of Tomorrow’s Engineers Week, we’re shining a spotlight on Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team who recently hosted an inspiring STEM-focused event at their headquarters in Brackley, welcoming 42 girls aged 8–11 from local schools: Brackley Church of England...
HORIBA UK Wins Gold for Corporate Social Responsibility at National SME Business Awards
HORIBA UK is proud to announce that it has won the Gold Award in the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) category at the prestigious SME National Business Awards, held on Friday 7th November at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in Westminster, London. ...
Celebrating Tomorrow’s Engineers Week with Diamond Hard Surfaces
We spoke with George Wood, apprentice at Diamond Hard Surfaces, about his journey into engineering. Read on as he shares what inspired him to pursue a career in engineering, what a typical day looks like, what exciting innovations he is currently working on, and more!...
Future thinking: Inside the University of Northampton’s new Digital and Data Strategy
Digital Northants recently sat down with Alex Vujcich, Director of IT Services at the University of Northampton, to speak about the people and processes that went into creating a key new strategy. Here is what he had to say: Earlier this year, the University of...
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...








