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Based in the UK, API Engineering Ltd, has been delivering a diverse range of high quality, low cost components and equipment to a global customer base for over a decade. Our skilled engineers have extensive experience in everything from designing bespoke one-off solutions to delivering high volume manufacturing runs and managing project for our customers in the heavy engineering industry.

Our main activities are in the Oil & Gas, Steel Mill, Material Handling, Power Generation and Automotive sectors and range from pressed steel components to very large forgings and castings. For more detail about our primary products please see the Products section of our website.

All of our products are manufactured to the latest standards and fully inspected and tested before being shipped out to our customers.

We understand the need for competitive prices and flexible lead times as well as close working relationships between customers and suppliers. Our engineers are therefore always at hand to respond to any design queries and to ensure that material specifications and process requirements are in line with international standards and customers’ requests.

Norwich Research Park is a unique science park location with untapped potential

There are over 100 science parks, in the UK, five are BBSRC Research Campuses, Norwich Research Park is one. BBSRC funds eight separate research institutes. Norwich Research Park is the only campus with more than one BBSRC funded research institute. In fact, it is home to three specialist facilities:

• the John Innes Centre
• the Earlham Institute
• and the Quadram Institute

As well as this, the research campus is also home to:

• The Sainsbury Laboratory, which is funded by the Gatsby Charitable foundation
• a top 20 university: University of East Anglia (UEA)
• and Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH)

Joining the research community and benefiting from the proximity of skills, expertise and technology platforms are 40 businesses currently leasing just over 100,000 sq. ft of office and laboratory accommodation, managed by AIP LLP the science park management company based on campus.

The research institutes, university and hospital are not only co-located, there are also many examples of powerful collaborations, an eagerness to do more, and they all share one vision for the creation of a robust ecosystem of science park activity because they are all members of the AIP LLP Board.

Ability to accommodate significant future growth

There is a further 100 acres of development land, with over 1.5m sq. ft of outline planning consent, in an Enterprise Zone, offering support to enable companies to join the park, stay and grow. A new investible structure is being created in order to attract significant investment to support a new construction programme.

Campus-wide Enterprise Strategy with 20 prospects in first ten months

As well as managing leases and the development land, the AIP LLP team, led by CEO Roz Bird, manages campus-wide initiatives including Community building activities and a new Enterprise Strategy which has generated over 20 investment prospects, from the research community, in the first ten months, all currently engaged in pre-seed activity. Also, Sapphire Capital has successfully raised a £1m Seed Fund specifically focused on high-growth start-up companies outside the ‘Golden Triangle’ in Norwich, Manchester, and Belfast.

Global opportunities

New work has started to explore global markets, such as the £100bn global food and nutrition market, to consider the application of technology, developed at Norwich Research Park. This will drive growth of R&D activity, on the campus, and stimulate inward investment from large global corporates.

Why Norwich Research Park?

1. Access to specialist research facilities and talent pool – one of five BBSRC funded research campuses, with four research institutes, a top 20 university and a teaching hospital
2. A growing business community – 100,000 sq. ft built and let to 40 companies from start-up to grow-on and a programme of business networking events and social activities
3. Range of accommodation – to meet a company’s needs now and in the future with over 1.5m sq. ft of outline planning consent, in an Enterprise Zone
4. Enterprise strategy – creating new opportunities through an explorer fund, a pipeline of pre-seed and seed funding, and regular campus networking events to help with collaboration and promotion
5. High quality of life – cathedral city, open countryside, The Broads, extensive coastline
   and range of housing in close proximity.
6. Great connectivity – quick link to major road network, 20 minutes from Norwich Airport, direct trains to London, good public bus service and cycle paths link to the city centre.

Location

Norwich Research Park is based on the south-western outskirts of Norwich, the capital city of the East of England. By road, Norwich Research Park is just an hour from Cambridge, 2 hours from London and 3 hours from Birmingham. The Park is within 20 minutes of Norwich International Airport – with several flights a day to Amsterdam, Manchester and Edinburgh for onward worldwide travel.

Voted as the happiest place in country for work life balance and career contentment, Norwich provides a great quality of life combined with the best elements of a modern city. The City Centre is one of the top 10 best retail centres in the UK with the city centre is vibrant and includes an array of historical attractions, music venues and restaurants.  

Norwich is one of the greenest cities in the UK with miles of riverside walks and cycle tracks, unique 1930’s parks and acres of woodland running right into the city centre. The housing stock ranges from handsome Georgian and Victorian houses through 1930s semis and waterfront apartments to a number of new affordable housing estates on the city outskirts. Outside the city are market towns, villages, and miles of beautiful countryside, the Norfolk Broads and East Anglia’s stunning coastline all within easy reach.

History

Norwich Research Park was first conceived in the early 1960s, with the building of the University, and the relocation of the former John Innes Institute to Norwich. The Institute of Food Research also moved to the site soon after, followed by the Sainsbury Laboratory in 1988. The John Innes Centre was formed after the relocation of scientists from the former Plant Breeding Institute in Cambridge and researchers from the Nitrogen Fixation Unit in Sussex.  In 2001 a new Hospital was built on the Research Park, which has teaching status in association with the University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and School of Pharmacy.

Today, the Park continues to innovate and has an extensive range of facilities designed to meet the needs of science based businesses and includes the impressive Centrum building, which was part of a significant investment in the Park by the BBSRC.  Designed to deliver innovation from the research base to business and generate job creation in the region, the building seamlessly blends meeting and networking space with offices and laboratories. One of the largest single-site concentrations of research in food, health and life sciences in Europe, Norwich Research Park has world leading credentials to secure the UK’s position as the global leader in these emerging multi-billion pound sectors.

We have established a strong presence in the UK and export to all corners of the world, providing oil rig protection, chemical, petrochemical and marine markets.   Product development has always been at the heart of the company, keeping pace with customer requirements and using the latest production techniques. Our own fire ground, which is available for outside use, allows us to test new products.   People are the backbone of any successful business and our teams in sales, technical and manufacturing have a mass of experience which they use to give total customer satisfaction.

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Access 2 Comfort Ltd provides a team of Assessors competent in the delivery of Workplace and Display Screen Equipment (DSE) assessments. In addition we can advise on equipment provision, setup and follow up as required. Our team comprises of health professionals with a wealth of expertise and experience, including :- Ergonomists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Health and Safety consultants.

Based in Spixworth since 2004, the team provides not only an efficient local service but a reliable nationwide service throughout Great Britain, including IoM, Jersey and Guernsey.

On completion of an assessment, our written report will provide guidance and affordable recommendations for adaptations to the workplace to suit your employees requirements and in line with Health & Safety Legislation.

Access 2 Comfort Ltd are able to advise on:

• Contract seating
• Musculoskeletal seating
• Desking – Fixed height – Bench desking – Electric height adjustable desking

Accessories – From mice and keyboards to footrests and monitor arms, anything required for an employee to carry out their work safely and comfortably.

Everblue (formerly Solar Farm Cleaning) is Europe’s leading solar module cleaning specialist. We have developed the most effective and efficient processes for cleaning and decontaminating large, utility scale solar sites. Our extensive fleet of specialised solar module cleaning equipment allows us to access varying row widths and clean varying panel sizes and panel layouts. We have both tracked and wheeled cleaning machines meaning that we can clean sites with a wide range of ground conditions. We implement efficient and cost-effective processes that help our clients to meet their obligations, maintain optimum output and protect the owner’s investment. Many years of experience within the solar industry means that we have the knowledge, experience and commitment to give our clients peace of mind that their sites are being professionally cleaned in accordance with a strict code of practice.

https://www.everbluesolar.com/

Transforming Local Communities CIC is a not-for-profit social enterprise that designs and delivers community, wellbeing, and business networking events across Norfolk.

We create welcoming, inclusive spaces where people can connect, share ideas, develop new skills, and build meaningful local relationships. Our events bring together individuals, creatives, and professionals through shared interests, conversation, and collaboration in relaxed and supportive environments.

Our current initiatives include:

• Norwich Small Business & Entrepreneurs Meetup – a welcoming community for local business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to meet like-minded people, swap ideas, and make running a business more social and enjoyable.

• Norwich 35–55’s – a social community offering relaxed gatherings, games nights, and social events for adults looking to expand their social circles and connect locally.

• Norwich Journaling Circle – a reflective and creative space focused on wellbeing and personal development through guided journaling and discussion.

Our mission is to create spaces where people feel welcomed, inspired, and empowered within their local community.

London’s foremost luxury printers and bespoke creative house for over 100 years.

We are luxury brand specialists and have vast experience of creating bespoke invitations, sumptuous wedding suites, beautiful corporate stationery and exquisite packaging projects.

As a third generation family business, much has changed since we were first established, but the fundamentals of skilled craftsmanship, attention to detail and impeccable service remain the same.

Crisp Malting Group supply a diverse range of high quality malts that are flavoursome and versatile. The finest breweries and distilleries around the world are able to craft outstanding beers and whisky using our skilfully malted grains. Our malt supply is proudly accompanied by our award winning customer service team who look forward to hearing from you.

Our barley, cereals and other grains are selectively sourced through our dedicated grower groups that consist of the finest farms in East Anglia, Scotland and other parts of the United Kingdom. We strongly beleive that to supply the best malt to our customers; we need to source the best raw materials.

MADE BY WOODSMOKE is a full-service art studio partnering with meaningful brands to deliver comprehensive creative solutions. Set up by James Bussey in 2017, the business specialises in video production, photography, graphic design, web development, and CGI services.

My unique approach begins at the conceptual stage, where I engage early to generate ideas, craft effective briefs, and recommend appropriate budgets tailored to your business stage.

I offer end-to-end production services across branding, film, design, websites, and 3D visualisation, ensuring consistency across all platforms.

Through thoughtful questions and creative thinking, I gain a deep understanding of your needs and audience. I provide—and most importantly connect—all the creative services your business needs. And rather than focusing on producing a single asset, like a video (which is what clients often initially request), I think holistically about all of your marketing channels and how all assets can be leveraged to support your business as a whole.

Every MADE BY WOODSMOKE project shares one fundamental goal—to evoke emotion in the audience. Contact me today to discuss how I can bring your business to life with both artistic vision and strategic thinking.

At Brancaster House Financial Planning, our team of experienced financial advisors is devoted to helping you meet your long-term financial goals. We provide personalised advice from our HQ in Norwich, Norfolk, based on your individual aspirations, taking into account both the risks and rewards of any strategy.

Originally established in 2004, we provide a range of financial services for both personal and corporate financial planning including:

·         Mortgages and protection

·         Equity release

·         Pensions

·         Retirement planning

·         Savings and investments

·         Later life care

·         Estate planning

·         Business protection

·         Commercial mortgages

We are here for your whole journey. Our experienced financial planners will guide you through each stage of your life, providing tailored advice and services that enable you to realise your financial goals.

Not sure on your current financial position? We offer a free financial health check for individuals and your business. The health check will help you find out your financial situation and identify any gaps or areas that could be improved. We will then help you plan your financial future to help you achieve your goals.

Get in touch with the Brancaster House Financial Planning team today to find out more.