Calling all Powys Small and Medium Business Enterprises. Free Energy Audits, Tailored Advice from specialists and Funding for Powys SMEs for your energy efficiency improvements.

The new fund, launched on 23 November 2023, offers a range of commercial finance options with smaller loans from £25,000 to £100,000, debt finance from £100,000 to £2 million and equity investment up to £5 million.

ITSG World Ltd have a genuine opportunity to help 3 businesses meet potential customers during Smart Energy week in Tokyo from February 28th to 1st March.

See information below about Capital Allowances and contact the following for more info:

MWMG are pleased to report that we have been successful in a bid to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for our project "Expand numeracy skills for employed adults".  A number of courses have been scheduled to support the project but there is also the opportunity for Businesses in Powys to apply for a Bespoke Training Grant of up to £2500.  

ITSG World Ltd are delivering 3 packages of support that are free for Powys based companies, The project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, supported by Powys County Council.

You are invited to participate in an industry-focused webinar to discuss how British businesses can access export opportunities in the Turkish market and the UK’s plans to negotiate an upgraded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Turkey. 

The Aberystwyth-based Rali Ceredigion motorsport event received a huge boost last month after being accepted as the UK’s round of the 2024 FIA European Rally Championship – bringing the major international series back to Wales for the first time in nearly 30 years.

MWMG Group Manger Ceri Stephens this week received her Management & Leadership Higher Apprenticeship from Assessors Dave Jones. 

Compact Orbital Gears which was established 60 years ago and is based in Rhayader, Powys, recently worked with Mid Wales Manufacturing Group & Myrick Training Services to showcase their facility and provide activities to 30 Year 6 pupils from the local Rhayader Primary School.

As part of their ongoing commitment to supporting economic development and businesses throughout these challenging times, Powys County council are delivering a Powys Business Growth Grant which is funded by the UK Government via the Shared Prosperity Fund.

The UK is seeking views from businesses and the wider public on UK negotiation objectives for a new trade agreement with Turkey.

The Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub are excited to launch a new round of the Shott Scale Up Accelerator, a 12-month leadership programme empowering senior leaders of high-growth engineering and tech SMEs with the leadership skills and insight they need to scale successfully.

Four additional funding vouchers are available for businesses based in Powys, Mid Wales or businesses interested in establishing business operations in Mid Wales. 

The High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult has launched a pilot scheme to help small manufacturers cut energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions. The Manufacturing Energy Toolkit is a guided assessment which is carried out by HVM Catapult experts to create a better understanding of energy usage and sources.

The Welsh Government working with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is bringing together Commercial Officers from Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Sweden to have 1:1 meetings with local businesses.

Development Bank of Wales and Morgan LaRoche are pleased to invite you to our joint “Raising finance in mid Wales” event.

Conference for mid-Wales’ businesses on 22nd November at AberInnovation Centre Aberystwyth University.

The responses you provide in this survey will assist in shaping the delivery of employability and skills in the Mid Wales region, which will ensure that your business can recruit a fit for the future workforce.

Do you have a great idea that you want to turn into an engineering startup? Our pre-accelerator programme is designed to provide you with the practical support, £20k funding and training you need to help refine your innovation and bring your vision to life.