We had an amazing time this week collaborating with the wonderful teams at Upp and PMD CONTRACTING LTD to establish a shiny new PoP site in Aylsham.
At Up Connect, we have a soft spot for Norfolk as this is where the business was founded. That’s why we understand the importance of bringing full-fibre broadband to towns like Aylsham, to unlock incredible connectivity and take Norfolk to the next level.
Charles Thomas, our director was on hand to see the progress and said “It’s extremely rewarding to see the fruits of our labours come together and deliver full-fibre broadband to residents and businesses in Aylsham and surrounding areas. It’s incredible to see our work, from negotiating lease terms and obtaining planning consent, to conducting flood risk assessments and contamination reports, transform into physical infrastructure benefiting so many!”
Through land acquisition and planning support, let’s continue to connect the UK together!
The resounding success of Walking With The Wounded’s flagship fundraising event, the Cumbrian Challenge, was underscored as winners emerged from a record-breaking participation on Saturday, 18 May. This year’s event saw over 600 participants take to the Fells overlooking Grasmere to raise money to support veterans and their families across the UK.
Celebrating its 11th year anniversary, the weekend event has become a beacon of solidarity, rallying nearly 2,000 teams over the years to conquer the Grasmere fells and raise over £2 million in support of ex-military personnel. The funds raised play a pivotal role in bolstering WWTW’s mental health care, employment, and support care coordination programmes tailored to support veterans and their families in need.
Embracing the challenge with unwavering determination, each participating team embarked on either the ‘Peak,’ ‘Tough,’ or ‘Tougher’ routes, hiking between 10 to 32 kilometers. The victorious teams showcased extraordinary resilience, completing the demanding routes in:
Peak: 3 hours 5 minutes
Tough: 3 hours 43 minutes
Tougher: 5 hours 41 minutes
Among the triumphant contenders, Walk for Wine team from conquered the Peak route in 3 hours 5 minutes, M’Cory Bullets team triumphed over the ‘Tough’ route in 3 hours, 43 minutes, and BAE Fire + Rescue Flyers team from BAE Systems completed the ‘Tougher’ route in 5 hours 41 minutes.
Tony Hulton, WWTW CEO, said, “Thank you to everyone who took part in the Cumbrian Challenge 2024. It was a brilliant weekend and truly wonderful to see such unwavering support from the Armed Forces community, corporate partners and WWTW supporters. The funds raised from the event this weekend will make a tangible difference to the lives of those who served. Thank you for your commitment to supporting veterans and their families.”
James Davis, WWTW Events Manager, commented, “The Cumbrian Challenge delivered an immersive weekend, uniting WWTW supporters, friends, and colleagues who came together to support UK veterans and their families. As we mark the event’s 11th anniversary, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all who joined us. Whilst the routes are tough, the monies raised will make a difference to the lives of those who served. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Grasmere next year!”
Attleborough based waste management company Anglian Waste Recycling, is helping to make this year’s Norfolk & Norwich Festival more sustainable by sorting, collecting and processing waste from the event hub in Chapelfield Gardens.
Anglian Waste Recycling is rolling out 30 bins across the city-centre park, known during the event as Festival Gardens, to collect four different types of waste – dry mixed recycling, glass, food waste and refuse. All waste collected over the 17-day arts festival in May will be brought back to Anglian’s facility in Attleborough to be processed, with zero being sent to landfill.
Food waste collected will be sent for anaerobic digestion – a process which produces bioenergy (gas) for local homes in Norfolk. Recycling is sorted and processed, with any residual waste being sent to create refuse derived fuel.
Mark Denbigh, Head of Production & Programme at Norfolk & Norwich Festival, said: “We’re excited that Anglian offer us a more sustainable way to process our festival waste and this agreement allows us to take a positive step in the right direction to reduce our carbon footprint.”
Ryan Marshall, waste and recycling director at Anglian, said: “We are delighted to be providing a total waste solution for the Festival Gardens, which will see the recycling rates for this year increase as we collect waste to be processed and avoid it going to landfill. As a local company, we are pleased to be able to support popular local events such as Norfolk & Norwich Festival and help them to work towards their environmental targets.”
Anglian Waste Recycling offers a free waste audit for businesses looking to achieve their sustainability goals, reduce the impact of waste on the environment and save money. To find out more, see www.anglianrecycling.co.ukhttp://www.anglianrecycling.co.uk
Credo is thrilled to announce the appointment of Julian Pilkington as the new Head of Sales at Credo Capital Finance.
Julian brings an impressive 30-year career in asset finance to the role. His extensive experience includes six years at Credo, which concluded in 2016, followed by positions at JCB Finance and Propel Finance. He rejoins Credo during a period of significant growth and transformation within the STAR Asset Finance Group. Julian’s expertise will further bolster the team, ensuring to continue in delivering exceptional service and solutions to their customers.
Credo has had a fantastic few months, assisting businesses with tailored finance solutions, helping them raise much needed cashflow into their business and to get them the most competitive quotes for their funding; all delivered with a personal touch. The team enjoy going to visit local customers to strengthen relationships, show appreciation for their ongoing support, and better understand their needs. Additionally, they were honoured with a ‘Highly Commended’ status in the recent prestigious Business Moneyfacts Awards, a national recognition of their commitment to excellence.
With Julian’s appointment, Credo is poised to continue their upward trajectory as they reach the half-year mark and look forward to helping many more businesses achieve their growth and expansion goals.
Call us today on 01603 703180 to book an appointment for one of our managers to come and see you…
England’s oldest registered whisky distillery The English Distillery and Norfolk charity Walking with the Wounded have come together to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day with the launch of an incredibly special commemorative bottle.
Bottled by hand at its Norfolk distillery, the single malt whisky has been expertly aged in a perfect marriage of ex-bourbon casks and virgin oak casks. Limited to only 1200 bottles, this beautiful decanter can be treasured for years to come as a special keepsake of this momentous occasion. £2 from every bottle will be donated directly to this wonderful cause, which leads the way in developing and delivering best-in-class services in veterans’ support.
“I think it’s pretty cool that the whisky, a spirit in its own right of course, now embodies a spirit of solidarity and support. The English Whisky Co’s D-Day 80th commemorative bottle not only honours history, but also champions the future, aiding Walking with the Wounded in its mission to help veterans thrive in life following military service” Joel Oxberry – Walking with the Wounded.
LUNCH & LEARN – HOW TO HAVE A DIFFICULT CONVERSATION IN MENTAL HEALTH
Should you start a conversation about Mental Health? Absolutely! Starting a conversation about mental health is essential for breaking down stigma and fostering understanding. Remember, listening is crucial. Rather than giving advice, guide them toward sources of support. Mental health problems are more common than people think, and anyone can experience them. Join our Lunch & Learn Event for tips to initiate meaningful discussions. Contact Eudaemonia on [email protected] to book your space!
10th July, 12:15pm – 1:45pm – 30pp
LUNCH & LEARN – DEALING WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY
Stress & anxiety can help us to focus or take extra care when needed, but if it gets too much or goes on for a while, it can affect our daily life. Luckily, there are ways to deal with stress & anxiety that really work, and spotting the signs is the first step. Find out about common symptoms of stress & anxiety, possible reasons for it and what to do when you’re in the grip. Contact Eudaemonia on [email protected] to book your space!
14th August, 12:15pm – 1:45pm – 30pp
LUNCH & LEARN – BUILDING RESILIENCE
People can survive the most challenging ordeals – some even thrive. And yet, they may be unaware or unclear exactly how they got through the challenges they faced. Inner resilience is an important resource that appears to be the secret to Success Versus Happiness – What is More Important? in the outer world and the basis of good mental health.
Join our Lunch & Learn Event to explore how you can improve yours, and other resilience.
In our FIRST EVER episode, ‘Celebrating the synergy between Physical & Mental Wellness’, we are talking to Harriet Drewry, a personal trainer and massage therapist who shares her own personal traumas and how she uses fitness and well-being to build her resilience. In 2018, she faced the heartbreaking loss of her younger brother to suicide, and in sharing her story, she hopes to offer solace and support to others who find themselves in similar circumstances.
Walking With The Wounded lights beacons atop UK’s four highest peaks and Normandy beaches in commemoration of 80th Anniversary of D-Day
Walking With The Wounded (WWTW), a leading Armed Forces charity, recently played a pivotal role in commemorating the 80th Anniversary of D-Day on June 6th, 2024. Four dedicated teams representing WWTW ascended four of the UK’s highest peaks to light beacons, symbolizing remembrance and honouring the sacrifices of all those who served during the historic D-Day campaign.
Selected as the chosen charity for this momentous occasion, the charity lit beacons atop Scafell Pike (England), Mount Snowdon (Wales), Ben Nevis (Scotland), and Slieve Donard (Northern Ireland). Each team, comprised of 8 to 12 individuals, including WWTW staff members, volunteers, and supporters from Sunbelt Rentals, carried a beacon to be lit in memory of the courageous Armed Forces personnel who fought during ‘Operation Overlord’ in 1944. The beacons were lit between 9:15pm to 9:45pm, marking a solemn tribute to their bravery and sacrifice.
Tony Hulton, CEO of WWTW, stated, “Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) is honoured to stand alongside the nation in remembering the bravery and sacrifice of our Armed Forces personnel during ‘Operation Overlord.’ This significant anniversary serves as a poignant reminder of the pivotal role played by our servicemen and women in shaping history. It is our privilege to pay tribute to their courage and resilience.”
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Exciting news for Olcote Wellbeing! I’ve been teaching at the centres for years, but I have a special affinity to Long Stratton Leisure Centre and even since selling up and moving into Norwich I still continue to teach there. From 1st July I will be bringing my Personal Training and Clinical Personal Training to the fantastic gym and e-gym space at the centre!
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A bespoke prototype designed by King’s Lynn based Southgate Global, a leader in the supply of packaging equipment, consumables and servicing in operational logistics and fulfilment, has helped a leading retail brand reduce their loading time by 50 per cent.
Working closely with the online grocery brand – who were experiencing too many touchpoints, as well as some manual handling safety issues, around transferring groceries from their warehouse operation into their vehicles, Southgate’s expert in-house Design Team designed a bespoke cart specifically to address these issues, working for the specifics of the client’s site, their space requirements and the people using it.
With each minor detail designed with a specific workflow in mind, the three-tier cart enabled the client to save 50 per cent in their loading time, increasing productivity for the business.
As the need to maximise productivity in all areas of an operation has never been so crucial, Phil O’Driscoll, Head of Innovation and New Product Development at Southgate Global, explained that customised products that meet very specific needs or address unique challenges are becoming more in demand.
“Customers either recognise an issue within their workflow but are unsure on how to fix it themselves, recognise that the standard equipment they are currently using just isn’t working to maximum potential, or they are being faced with new challenges that existing options cannot resolve.”
“It’s here that the benefits of bespoke solutions come into play, and our garment trolley is a prime example of this. Right from the initial survey to the design brief, prototyping and final implementation, we built a solution that was based on expertise and experience and with a specific goal in mind. A service you just can’t get with off-the-shelf solutions.”
With decades of experience serving over 3,000 customers in more than 20 countries around the world, Southgate prides itself on its expertise and range of operational logistics and fulfilment solutions that support some of the biggest organisations in the key sectors including 3PL, e-commerce, retail, post & parcel and general manufacturing.
Describing the Southgate Design Team as ‘problem solvers’, O’Driscoll explained the intricate process of each bespoke solution.
“We start each project from scratch with no assumptions or preconceptions. The team apply themselves to deeply understand the problem, ensuring to ask the right questions. Once we have the concept, we created a prototype before designing a final solution that meets the client’s exact needs.
“Whether we’re fitting equipment to existing architecture or helping to redesign the process of how they move products from A to B, it’s a form of flexibility and personalised service that you just can’t find from off-the-shelf solutions. This approach means the solution is something that organisations can use as a key differentiator to make them more competitive. In an increasingly challenging environment where price is often used as the only point of differentiation this approach can make all the difference.’
Innovators across 3PL are using bespoke design solutions to improve efficiencies to improve any manual handling.
As the challenges of running an efficient and cost-effective fulfilment operation continue to grow, Southgate continues to invest in creating innovative material handling equipment to help deliver a productive warehouse operation.
For more information on Southgate’s design services, click here.
