Tom Keighley

Despite the fall, businesses showed intentions to investment in new technology and in their teams

The director, UK Network – Midlands and North of England at the economic development bank answers our questions

The Rainton Business Park business has its sights on growth over the coming years

The North East Space Communications Accelerator involves Northumbria, Newcastle and Durham universities and the North East Combined Authority, as well as industry partners

The social impact arm of Sage is working with the non-profit organisation that focuses on unlocking social and financial capital for early-stage entrepreneurs

The North East packing tech specialist says the deal with Kuala Lumpur's VCI Global is worth about £30m

EverQuest Capital Partners is linked to CPI and will target disruptive, high growth innovators within the supply chain

Pelican Engineering Group has used bank funding to bring battery electric buses to the country from China

Ranger Fire and Security says it has plans for more 'imminent' regional acquisitions

The 25-year-old Hull-based firm, which delivers projects at home and oversees, said the purchase was a pivotal moment