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Parable Studios, a games development company that adopts an ethical approach to AI in tech and gaming, has joined the community at Northern Design Centre (NDC) in the Baltic Quarter, further strengthening the area's reputation as a centre for creative and digital innovation.
Wednesday 29th April 2026
A brand‑new dog grooming business has opened its doors in Heworth, bringing much‑needed availability and high‑quality services to local pet owners.
Monday 13th April 2026
Last Arrow Games, a new games development studio, today announced its official launch in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. Joining the Pneuma Games Group - a division of the Pneuma Group - as their latest major venture.
Friday 19th December 2025
Gateshead Council, through a competitive process, has awarded two significant IT infrastructure contracts together worth £4.5 million to Gateshead based business, Aspire Technology Solutions.
Thursday 11th December 2025
Gateshead has celebrated the incredible talent and resilience of its local business community by announcing the most nominated businesses of the Small Business Celebrations, following more than 300 votes from residents.
Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Gateshead is celebrating a trio of wins at this year's Dynamites North East Tech Awards, which recognise innovation and excellence across the region's thriving technology sector.
Wednesday 26th November 2025
Gateshead Council has paid over £13million early to local small and micro businesses, speeding up payments to businesses where cash is most urgently needed.
Thursday 13th November 2025
We're celebrating the success of three global innovators based in the borough - Turntide Technologies, Petards Group and Komatsu UK.
Wednesday 24th September 2025
In the lead up to Small Business Saturday, we're inviting residents to nominate their favourite Gateshead small business.
Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Whether you're just starting out or looking to stay ahead of regulatory changes, this video from Gateshead based, On Tyne Consultancy offers practical insights to help you stay compliant and financially organised.
Wednesday 13th August 2025
A Gateshead entrepreneur is making waves in the tech-for-good space with the launch of Project Fluency - an AI-powered app designed to create a safe space for individuals who may feel overlooked or misunderstood in the modern workplace.
Thursday 10th July 2025
ONE OF the North East's most dynamic sectors will be showcased and supported this summer, as the first details of the region's biggest tech festival are unveiled with events being hosted in Gateshead.
Tuesday 25th March 2025
Confidence plays a huge role in running a successful business. It impacts how you price your services, how you show up on social media, how you respond to opportunities, and whether you take the necessary risks to grow. But how do you know if a lack of confidence is holding you back?
Friday 21st February 2025
Amazon started in a garage 30 years ago. Today, it's a $2 trillion business with 1.5m employees, built on a relentless focus on innovation, efficiency, and customer obsession.
Tuesday 18th February 2025
Emilie, originally from France is the proud owner of Embeauty, a mobile beauty service dedicated to providing treatments to individuals of all ages and mobility levels.
Tuesday 17th December 2024
Gecko Gaming, a new destination for tabletop gaming lovers, is quickly making a name for itself in Gateshead and surrounding areas.
Friday 15th November 2024
Gap Group, a Gateshead-based recycling and resource management company, has transformed from a small "two men and a van" operation into the UK's largest fridge processor, handling 35% of the nation's discarded refrigerators.
Tuesday 5th November 2024
Richard Rigg, a 44-year-old North East watchmaker trained by world-renowned horologists from Breitling and Cartier, has established his own repair and restoration workshop, Rigga Repairs
Wednesday 28th August 2024
One of the UK's leading suppliers of signage welcomes service station enthusiast, Rich Cross, to their custom-built facility in Gateshead
Tuesday 9th July 2024
Petards Group, a leader in the provision of security, surveillance and communication technology solutions has strengthened its operations into a fourth key market through the acquisition of wireless technology provider Affini Technology.
Friday 28th June 2024
Many new founders find it tricky to know how to take their innovative ideas and turn them into fully fledged businesses. There can be several barriers' founders come up against, including accessing finance, understanding specific business practices and language, and finding the right market.
Wednesday 29th May 2024
MIS-SOLD commercial energy claims are on the rise nationwide, but leading litigation experts are warning there could be thousands of small businesses who still have no idea they have been targeted.
Friday 17th May 2024
One of the UK's leading suppliers of signage publishes their strategic journey towards achieving Net Zero by 2040
Wednesday 24th April 2024
The Millin Charity provide holistic support services for women in Newcastle and Gateshead. Over the past 20 years, they've supported hundreds of women to gain economic independence.
Tuesday 12th March 2024