Newport’s kids play café Bebecinno is a year old. Owner Rebecca Blachford celebrated a year in business with some refurbishment, a new play castle and an open birthday party. “It took a year and a half to get the money together to launch the project, so to be in...

Isle of Wight based training company HTP Training has achieved the Skills for Health Quality Mark. Administered by the National Skills Academy for Health, it provides health employers with greater confidence when investing in workforce development.  The Skills for...

Island holiday lettings agency Wight Locations now has ‘Quality Accredited Agency’ status. Their policies, practices and procedures have been scrutinised by Quality in Tourism, Visit England’s official assessment service. This commendation of quality cements the...

The Royal Hotel in Ventnor has produced a new Island guide book, designed to encourage visitors to make the most of the Island. The publication spotlights many other Island businesses and locations. “We want to give our guests a greater insight to where they are...

Real Employment Law Advice are celebrating taking on their 200th client since starting the business in November 2013. Real Employment Law Advice provides advice and assistance on all aspects of employment law and HR to businesses and individuals across the Isle of...

Red Funnel is submitting a revised plan, now in two phases, to develop its ferry terminal in East Cowes. The new approach comes as a direct result of consultation with key stakeholders following the refusal of the previous planning application by the IOW Council...

Sails and marketing: how global brands are reaching new audiences with Into The Blue in Cowes Media and marketing agency Into The Blue has been working with some of the biggest names in sport and sponsorship since 2003. They’ve been based at Number One The Parade for...

The Isle of Wight Council has started to deliver a £450,000 sustainable transport programme funded by the Department for Transport during the current financial year. The projects are designed to support economic growth and reduce the Island’s carbon footprint,...

Wind turbine blades designed, tested and manufactured at MHI Vestas on the Isle of Wight will be the first locally built blades to be installed at a UK offshore wind power plant. The first six 80 metre long blades have arrived at MHI Vestas’ pre-assembly facility in...

Entries are now open for this year’s Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce Business Awards For Excellence. The ceremony at Cowes Yacht Haven is the most prestigious event in the Island’s business calendar, recognising and celebrating the best in Island business. This year...