OQC delivers the UK's first Quantum Computing as-a-Service
Startup Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC) has launched the nation’s first commercially available Quantum Computing-as-a-Service built entirely using its proprietary technology. Fellow UK-based Cambridge Quantum will be the first to access the platform and demonstrate its performance.
East West Rail challenged on environment, economy, electrification and community impact in consultation reply
Electrification of the line from day one, more evidence on the preferred approach into Cambridge, more ambition on the environment, and minimising impacts on communities have formed part of the Combined Authority’s East West Rail (EWR) consultation response.
CIIPM Training - summer virtual training courses
CIIPM continues its programme of virtual training courses over the summer, with Commercial Patent Search & Analysis (CPSA), taking place on 13-14 July, and IP Matters on 11-12 August.
Applications open for Allia Future Business Centre’s 'Grow Your Business' programme in Peterborough
Want to grow your business and get more customers?
The Fitzwilliam Museum shortlisted for Kids in Museums 'Family Friendly Museum' Award
The Fitzwilliam Museum has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award for 'Best Accessible Museum.'
Free webinar on immigration and right to work checks
Cambridge law firm Stone King is holding a webinar, entitled Immigration: right to work checks, tomorrow (Thursday 8 July) at 2.30pm.
Babraham Institute welcomes new group leaders
Dr Ian McGough is the first of four new group leaders to join the Babraham Institute in positions split across, and in some cases bridging, the Institute's Signalling and Epigenetics research programmes.
Guardtech sponsors Modular/Mobile Facility award at Building Better Healthcare showcase
Guardtech Cleanrooms is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the Best Modular/Mobile Healthcare Facility award at the 2021 Building Better Healthcare Awards. The controlled environment specialists are renowned for their own range of portable and modular cleanrooms and laboratories.
Motability Operations migrate to the cloud with Tier 2
Tier 2 Consulting managed and delivered a year-long replatforming project for Motability Operations (MO) – the largest vehicle finance organisation in the UK – after they made the strategic decision to move their IT infrastructure to a cloud based approach, giving them the opportunity to move away from a legacy data centre, and modernize their applications.
OakNorth Bank strengthens the team in East Anglia
Dan Hewitt, formerly of Virgin Money (Clydesdale Bank) joins Martin Williams in East Anglia.
Government urged to reform the planning system to reach net zero – Centre for Cities
The Government needs to press ahead with planning reform to meet its net zero target, according to Centre for Cities’ research in partnership with HSBC UK. It says planning and transport changes in cities would bring the UK 26% closer to its target.
Transformative busway schemes make vital progress
Transformative busways that will provide reliable and frequent journeys for thousands of people in Greater Cambridge have advanced to the next stage.
Cycling Plus: Investing in Cambridge's Active Travel Network - consultation launches
The Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP) has launched a consultation on active travel and possible corridors for investment and would like to hear from you.
UK boosts its resilience to global challenges
New funding of £1.2 million will help underpin the UK’s response to infrastructure challenges using digital platforms.
New fund launched for growing businesses in South Cambridgeshire
A new grant scheme has launched for South Cambridgeshire based micro and small to medium sized businesses looking to scale and grow.
Cambridge Index rises 2.3%
The Cambridge Index climbed 658.3 points or 2.3% to close at 28775.1, as eight of the top ten Index heavyweights posted weekly gains to their share prices.
Bidwells publishes its latest Arc Investment Report
The Oxford – Milton Keynes – Cambridge Arc has been pivotal in the COVID-19 response, not just for the UK but globally. Inevitably, this has focused investor attention on the region, particularly given the uncertainty surrounding traditional office markets and the retail sector. In Bidwells' latest report, find out how investors are shifting their focus to the Arc region.
Red, White and Blue Letter Day for Marshall
Marshall is celebrating the departure of the first US Marine Corps KC-130J tanker aircraft after completing a planned maintenance interval at its world-leading MRO facility in Cambridge, under the company’s ten-year multi-million dollar contract with the United States Government.
Chamber event helps to rebuild the Greater Cambridge supply chain post COVID-19
South Cambridgeshire District Council, Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce and Anglia Ruskin University have joined forces to host an event on 22 July 2021 to discuss how the impact of COVID-19 will reshape and improve the food and beverage supply chain here in Cambridge.
Cambridge-based tech firm appoints Tim Bittleston
Cambridge-based knowledge management pioneer iKVA has appointed experienced tech entrepreneur Tim Bittleston as its first non-executive director.
What is the Cambridge Norwich Tech Corridor?
Linking two of the UK’s powerhouse cities, the Cambridge Norwich Tech Corridor is one of Europe’s most exciting growth stories.
How GDPR has changed since Brexit
Since the EU transition period ended last year, businesses have had to adapt to a long list of changes. Alongside import, export, and employment amends, enterprises need to ensure they comply with GDPR updates to handle data safely.
Taylor Wessing makes a statement at Liverpool's Royal Albert Dock
Taylor Wessing announces the completion of its permanent office space in the Edward Pavilion building in Liverpool's vibrant and iconic Royal Albert Dock.
ARU historian is awarded Book of the Year prize
An Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) historian has won the Social History Society’s Book of the Year prize for her work uncovering the institutional racism that affected approximately 2,000 mixed-race children born in Britain during the Second World War.
100 new roles to be created to tackle global e-waste challenge
Pioneering East of England e-waste recycling specialist, N2S launches major recruitment drive as part of rapid expansion programme.