
Business Services Digest #1
In this quarter’s Business Services Digest we cover a wide range of topics including travel, office refurbishment, supply chain issues, events, motoring challenges and much more.

Free travel for veterans and military personnel on Remembrance Day
Stagecoach has confirmed its ongoing commitment to the armed forces and will offer free travel for veterans and military personnel on its bus services in Oxford on Remembrance Day and Remembrance Sunday.

10 European Finalists Selected at Toyota Startup Accelerator Day
Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has selected the 10 most innovative startups from more than 100 applications from 42 countries as finalists in the Toyota Startup Accelerator, run in collaboration with the Digital Business School (ISDI) .

Fit for Work, Fit for Purpose, Fit for Life
The importance of wellbeing has increased with people working from home. Almost all of us had to change the way we work and contemplate what the future looks like. It’s been a key priority for Aston & James to align themselves with the changing workplace wherever you choose to work.

School transport provider celebrates litany of successes one year on
Kura, a leading transport technology provider offering safer, greener and smarter travel for education and businesses, is celebrating a host of achievements over the last 12 months.

Fleet Podcasts: Real insights into the hazards of driving for work
The distractions of hands-free phone use, managing a grey fleet of 5000 plus complex other transport needs, and the rights and wrongs of van safety use – all are the subjects of a series of fascinating 30-minute podcasts now available from National Highways Driving for Better Business (DfBB).

MicrosensDx receive a sleek lab and office fit out from COEL
MicrosensDx, a dynamic diagnostic specialist, commissioned COEL to fit out their new purpose built laboratory and new office on the Cambridge Science Park, having expanded into the area from London. The new office consisted of space across the ground and first floors, in a multi-tenant building, which was occupied throughout the duration of the project.

Switch off home working and commute by bus to reduce carbon...
Research has revealed an average employee that works from home all year round produces 80% more carbon emissions than an office worker.

Go Meet Abingdon
Go Meet networking breakfasts are coming to The Lambourn Business Centre this November. The first event is taking place on Tuesday 23rd November, 8am to 10am. Click here to book. Tickets are just £15 (including breakfast) or free to attend for Mantle tenants. These well-established events have been held at each of the Mantle locations […]

Perfect storm of supply chain issues threatens a winter of discontent,...
As major disruption to supply chains continues across the country, Grant Thornton UK LLP’s latest Business Outlook Tracker* finds that a perfect storm of temporary and structural supply chain challenges, from changing Brexit regulations to production delays, are threatening to create a winter of discontent for UK businesses and consumers alike.
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Catering laundry solutions for spotless table linens by Freya Gutteridge, Oxwash
In the catering industry, pristine table linens are essential for enhancing both presentation and hygiene. Crisp, spotless linens create a professional atmosphere and ensure a safe dining environment for guests. Effective laundry solutions, such as the use of biodegradable detergents and advanced washing techniques, help maintain fabric quality and remove tough stains without harming the environment.

Intertronics: Driving Innovation in Adhesives and Assembly Solutions
For over four decades, Intertronics has been at the forefront of providing high-performance adhesives, coatings, sealants, and application equipment to industries that demand precision and reliability. From electronics and medical devices to automotive and aerospace, Intertronics’ expertise ensures that manufacturers can optimise their bonding and assembly processes with cutting-edge solutions.

Unipart named CCS supplier
Unipart has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) Logistics, Warehousing and Supply Chain Solutions (RM6329) framework agreement.
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Pioneering planning scheme shortlisted for economic growth award
An exciting planning project in the Vale of White Horse has been recognised by being shortlisted for an industry award.

Pioneering Careys Construction Campus to be piloted at Oxford North
Oxford North, the new £700 million innovation district in Oxford, is to welcome Careys Construction Campus to provide free, flexible on-site ground working construction training which will guarantee an offer of an interview on completion of the training and boost jobs and talent in the industry.

Projects at Nicholsons
Nicholsons has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional landscaping and forestry projects across a diverse range of clients. From small private domestic gardens to large-scale commercial developments, the company continues to push the boundaries of creativity and sustainability in landscape design.