Gatwick Diamond newsletter - June 2023

Welcome to the Gatwick Diamond Initiative Newsletter

London Gatwick's expansion plans to generate more than 600 local construction jobs

London Gatwick estimates around 630 new jobs will be created if its Northern Runway plans are approved

Unlocking growth opportunities for Gatwick Diamond businesses with the Biomanufacturing Fund

Did you know?

The Gatwick Diamond is a location of choice for the fast-growing and export-focused MedTech industry

New industrial unit on the Manor Royal secures tenant

One of the largest lettings in Crawley so far this year has been secured...

New Gatwick Link to Saudi Arabia: What it Means for Gatwick Diamond Businesses

With Saudi Arabia accounting for 17% of exports from this region, what does the new route between Gatwick and Jeddah offer businesses in the Gatwick Diamond...

London Gatwick launches 'Let's Take Off Together' campaign

London Gatwick has launched its digital campaign 'Let's Take Off Together', featuring local partners such as the Ridgeview Wine Estate and One Resourcing...

Help for Gatwick Diamond SME's available with the University of Brighton

The 'Help to Grow' course, which is designed to help unlock business potential is now open to SMEs across the region...

Manor Royal recruiting for a 'Move It' project manager

The 'Move It' project is part of the £60m, multi-agency Crawley Growth Programme and the Manor Royal is looking for a Project Manager lead this project...

InterDigital and the University of Surrey Formalise 6G Research Partnership

The 6G Innovation Centre (6GIC) at the University of Surrey and InterDigital, a mobile and video technology research and development company, have announced a bilateral research partnership...

Plan to boost wine tourism and economy in Sussex announced

'Sussex Wine Tourism: A Plan for Growth' aims to grow Sussex's wine tourism sector from £25 million to £283 million by 2040...

Coastal West Sussex announces first stage in creating a sustainable economic strategy

The Coastal West Sussex Partnership has launched a three-stage programme of workshops to define an economic narrative for the area...

Businesses encouraged to help Horsham District Council determine future business space needs

The council is looking to build a picture of local needs to help with economic development plans and support services...

Horsted Keynes Neighbourhood Plan Formally Adopted by Mid Sussex District Council

The plan focuses on ensuring Horsted Keynes remains a desirable place to live, work, and visit. It also prioritises homes for all residents and ensures that all developments are sustainable....

West Sussex County Council recognised for supporting businesses on net zero journey

The council came first in the national 'Enabler' category of the Association of Decentralised Energy Awards for its work in helping West Sussex businesses to invest in clean energy...

HSBC unveils £15bn UK SME lending fund; with £4bn available for the South

HSBC has unveiled a lending fund for UK SMEs, with £500m funding dedicated specifically to the technology sector. The bank has further fenced off lending for overseas trading firms, agriculture and franchise businesses...

news

Related news

Mezzanines and Repurposing Space

Installing mezzanines and repurposing warehouse space can really maximise the value of the available space in a warehouse or in the commercial spaces often built below large blocks of flats.

Sam Hits High Note with Appointment as Carpenter Box Partner

Sussex and South East accountancy firm Carpenter Box has signalled continuation of its ambitious growth plans with the appointment of a new Partner.

Designer Travel receive new accolade

While England might not be bringing home the trophy , we were cheered up with the news that Designer Travel have received a new accolade. Thank you to Exsus Travel for awarding us the ‘Top Agency 2023-2024’ Exsus is a fantastic supplier partner, and we work closely with them to curate everything from your dream once in a lifetime holidays to bite sized short breaks.

Applications are now open for our EmpowHer leadership programme

Applications are now open for our EmpowHer leadership programme, designed to unlock the potential in female leaders.

How to develop your business competitive advantages – book the seminar now!

Progression doesn't have to always mean improving the less optimal parts of your business, sometimes it's about playing to your strengths and building on your successes.

Nature-friendly farming

Project Officer Lydia Baxter, shares a brief overview of the Wilder Ouse project and the conservation work the team. Also a catch up with wildlife photographer Paul Parsons, to ask him about his wildlife and marine photography.

Rail operator hosts live art class on board train to celebrate The National Gallery partnership

Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), which operates Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express and Great Northern, has celebrated The National Gallery’s 200th anniversary by running its first ever live art class on a train.

Young Innovators Transforming Their Community

Partnership Enterprise Event: Young Innovators Transforming Their Community The recent Community Links Partnership Enterprise event, supported by Dan & Helen Roe from Start Up Sherpa, brought together pupils from Lingfield College Prep, Lingfield Primary School, Felbridge Primary School, and Dormansland School, showcased an impressive display of collaboration and creativity. This initiative aimed to encourage pupils to work together to address local issues, develop practical solutions, and present their ideas with the potential for real-world impact.

Gatwick Diamond UKREiiF Delegation Success Triggers Business Leader’s Rally Cry

The Gatwick Diamond delegation has returned from a successful showcase at UKREiiF 2024, with new connections and partnerships poised to enhance regional growth and collaboration.

Celebrating the work of paramedics on International Paramedics Day

On Monday 8 July Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) will be celebrating International Paramedics Day and honouring the dedication of its specialist Helicopter Emergency Medicine (HEMS) paramedics, as well as all other paramedics, first responders and community volunteers across Kent, Surrey and Sussex, and around the world.

Encouraging financial literacy at school

Roy Thompson, Head of Financial Services at Sussex-based Carpenter Box Financial Advisers, took to the classroom to help boost financial literacy among Year 8 and 9 school students in Eastbourne.

SHW completes sale of Falcon Park, Crawley Down

SHW, on behalf of Friday Media Group, has completed the sale of a 18,080 sq ft, semi-rural warehouse that sits within 1.9 acres of land. The sale is to Falcon Park Training and Conference Centre who will take full advantage of the generous outdoor area and close proximity to J10 of the M23.

South East businesses accounted for 10% of UK administrations in 2024, analysis reveals

South East businesses accounted for 10% of administrations in the first six months of 2024 – the fourth highest region in the UK – according to analysis by Sussex law firm Mayo Wynne Baxter.

Navigating Microsoft 365

It’s no secret that Microsoft 365 is a powerhouse of tools to support your business.

Southern fosters blossoming partnership for adults with learning difficulties

A 15-year-old partnership between Southern Railway and a charity for adults with learning difficulties is once again delighting thousands of passengers with fresh floral displays at stations in West Sussex.

GTR launches plan to tackle antisocial behaviour on its network

This Rail Safety Week, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has announced it is investing £2.5 million to help the business tackle abuse and disorder through its new Antisocial Behaviour Improvement Plan. The plan has been developed following a 23% increase in verbal staff assaults and almost a 10% increase in physical staff assaults across the rail operator’s network over the past year[1].

Top 3 ways to improve identity and access management security

Identity and access management (IAM) is an important aspect of cybersecurity. Indeed, 80% of all cyberattacks use identity-based methods to gain access to target systems. Organisations that don’t adequately verify the identity of their users or ensure they’re only accessing what they need could be at risk of a costly data loss - or worse! In this article, Extech Cloud experts with cover the ins and outs of IAM and show you three ways to improve your own security strategy.

Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) partnership with Shepherd Neame

Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) and independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame are delighted to announce a new partnership launching on Monday 01 July 2024 that will raise the vital funds needed to help save lives every day in the communities they both serve across the region 24/7, 365 days a year.

Featured

TedX Brighton - How Can We Value The Power In Our Differences?

Have you ever wondered what you would talk about if you did a Ted Talk? Mo Kanjilal from Watch This Sp_ce spoke at Brighton Dome in April. She talked about valuing the power in our differences.

Half of all commuter trips now digitally signalled on rail route to City of London

More than half the trains Great Northern commuters take to Moorgate in the City of London are now controlled using ground-breaking digital signalling.

See all news

What's next?

Call us About us Membership Members