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Dudley to host international trade event
Dudley Council is encouraging local businesses to join a Department for Business and Trade event, which will bring business leaders, exporters and trade experts from across the region together. The ‘Made in the UK, Sold to the World: Exporting for Growth Roadshow’ will take place at the Copthorne Hotel, Brierley Hill, on Tuesday 4 November — marking the first time the West Midlands regional event has been held in the Dudley borough. Part of International Trade Week, it will
Dudley Business First
Oct 232 min read
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New lower car park fees for borough towns
New lower cost short term parking for visitors to borough town centres goes live today (23 October). A new charge of 50p for half an hour, £1 for one hour and £2 for 2 hours has been introduced today. A full list of the reduced charges can be found on the council website and business owners can download and print an A4 poster of the new pricing. The move has been backed by the manager of the Churchill Shopping Centre in Dudley town centre who recently labelled it a “strong sh

Dudley Business First
Oct 232 min read
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Brierley Hill wire manufacturer powers ahead with energy cost savings
A leading manufacturer from Dudley borough has cut its energy costs by 25%Â with grant support from Business Growth West Midlands in Dudley.
Dudley Business First
Jul 144 min read
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Testing specialist measures up £1m sales target
A Black Country testing specialist is celebrating its fifth birthday in style after receiving support from Business Growth West Midlands in Dudley.
Dudley Business First
Jun 93 min read
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Dudley Business Showcase highlights support for local firms
The Dudley Business Showcase brought together local entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts to exchange valuable insights.
Dudley Business First
Apr 301 min read
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Dudley abrasive manufacturer taps into £10k support to make operations greener
Abrasives manufacturer Swift & Whitmore is looking to boost its exports after securing £10k in grants with help from BGWM in Dudley.
Dudley Business First
Apr 223 min read
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Dudley businesses discover innovation support at expo event
Entrepreneurs from Dudley borough learned how innovation could transform their businesses at a unique expo event.
Dudley Business First
Mar 122 min read
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Insight and inspiration on offer for Dudley firms at innovation expo
Entrepreneurs from Dudley borough will get inspired to innovate and take their businesses to the next level at an expo on Tuesday.
Dudley Business First
Mar 62 min read
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Final call for exhibitors at the Innovate Dudley Expo
A final handful of places for exhibitors are available at our Innovate Dudley Expo on Tuesday 11 March.
Dudley Business First
Feb 261 min read
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