Business Crack

We are excited to introduce Business Crack, your voice for the local business community. Developed by the team behind Cumbria Crack, this platform serves as a hub for discussions, networking, and support for businesses in Cumbria. Our mission is to highlight the incredible companies in the region and showcase the best of what Cumbria has to offer. Business Crack takes a thoughtful and thorough approach to the challenges faced by local businesses, considering how broader national and global issues impact their operations. This platform allows businesses to celebrate their achievements, featuring interviews with local leaders from various industries, along with expert insights from our partners who have played a crucial role in bringing Business Crack to life.

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West Cumbrian firm celebrates 25th anniversary – Business Crack

4 days ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nicole Regan

A West Cumbrian company, started by three colleagues in 2000, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. West Coast Thermal, in Workington, was founded by Neil Murray, Barry Graham and John Boughey, who initially met while working at West Cumberland Insulation in Maryport. When the opportunity arose for the trio to start their own industrial insulation firm, they set up West Coast Thermal Ltd with the policy of never turning down any work.
Engineering firm officially opens new West Cumbrian base – Business Crack

1 week ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nicole Regan

An engineering firm has officially opened a new facility in a West Cumbrian town. DM Engineering’s new facility in Maryport town centre, marks a major milestone for the company, it said. It was set up in January 2019 and the new facility follows the company’s strategic partnership with the Core Nuclear Group last year, which has provided vital support for this transformative phase of growth, it said.
£10 million cement terminal opens for business in West Cumbria – Business Crack

2 weeks ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nigel Thompson

A new £10 million cement terminal at the Port of Workington has been opened. Thomas Armstrong Group’s facility on the Prince of Wales Dock site is designed to handle imported cement and other powders and features a 20,000-tonne storage capacity across two silos. The project has doubled the storage capacity with the design nominated for the 2024 UK Trimble Tekla Awards. New weighing and automation technology means a 44-tonne lorry can be loaded in less than 10 minutes, cleanly with no wastage.
Developer of Barrow’s Marina Village must commit to improving education and health provision in town – Business Crack

3 weeks ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nigel Thompson

Developers interested in creating new homes in Barrow will be expected to contribute towards the improvement of local education and health care provision related to the increase in population. Westmorland and Furness Council’s cabinet has approved a supplementary planning document to guide the transformation of the 27-hectare Marina Village site.
Bay port to receive investment worth £10 million – Business Crack

3 weeks ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nigel Thompson

The port of Heysham is to receive a makeover worth £10million in readiness for a new fleet of ships which will increase freight capacity across the Irish Sea. Heysham’s owners, Peel Ports Group, says the investment will increase capacity and bring efficiencies to the site to ‘future-proof operations and resilience’ as well as support customers in increasing volumes that can pass through the port.
Cumbrian port bidding to become a hub for all – Business Crack

3 weeks ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nigel Thompson

2028 will mark the centenary of the opening of the impressive Prince of Wales Dock in Workington, a port which today is undergoing major changes in the countdown to its significant anniversary. With Scotland in sight and Northern Ireland just a few hours away, the port is ideally located on the west coast as a strategic hub according to port manager Ben Meil.
Plans revealed for sustainable aviation fuel project in Barrow creating 850 jobs across North West – Business Crack

1 month ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nicole Regan

A major consortium has revealed plans to base a sustainable aviation fuel project in Barrow, which would create 850 new jobs across the North West. GRAMM has announced its application to the UK Advanced Fuels Fund to win support to accelerate its ground-breaking Sustainable Aviation Fuel project. It said it would act as a catalyse to decarbonise the UK aviation industry. The proposed location for the project is the Royal Port of Barrow.
Cumbria’s businesses get a new voice with Northern Lights – Business Crack’s new podcast – Business Crack

1 month ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nigel Thompson

With so much going on the in the world of business, hearing directly from those involved has never been more important. Different perspectives can help guide change while hearing the tone and passion of speakers can make all the difference when it comes to gauging how people are really feeling. Business Crack is proud to host news stories alongside our original journalism which now includes video and audio as standard.
Engineering specialists watch Scunthorpe steel developments – Business Crack

1 month ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nigel Thompson

A heavy engineering company which makes and maintains steel making equipment is keeping a close eye on government efforts to secure the future of the UK’s steel industry. The work of Chapel Bank Engineering in Workington was highlighted by the area’s MP Josh MacAlister at the weekend after politicians voted to take control of British Steel’s plant at Scunthorpe.
Lake District hotel invests in state-of-the-art wellness club – Business Crack

1 month ago | businesscrack.co.uk | Nigel Thompson

A pool, gym and treatment room are among facilities opened in a new Wellness Club launched at The Ro Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere. The hotel fully-reopened in 2021 following a multi-million-pound redevelopment. The latest investment, which also includes a relaxation suite, will be available for hotel guests, visitors and locals. The Hydro Wellness Club offers a TechnoGym with equipment including cardio machines and free weights, all in a setting that offers stunning lake views over Windermere.