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Wednesday, July 08, 2020Kim Conchie welcomes the Chancellor's Summer Statement
Commenting on this afternoons announcement from Chancellor Rishi Sunak Kim Conchie, CEO, Cornwall Chamber of Commerce said: “Our initial at Cornwall Chamber of Commerce reaction is very surprised, delighted and pleased with the measures that the Chancellor has announced. I’m very impressed with the creativity he’s taken to creating jobs in sectors which I think will benefit Cornwall, particularly with emphasis on green, building and green business for the future.” “We are very pleased with the big cut
Wednesday, July 01, 2020Apps and ozone keeping Cornwall’s Budock Vean safe and green - News Release: 01/07/2020
Investment in new technology for cleaning, bookings, resort research and information is helping the Budock Vean country house hotel on Cornwall’s Helford River keep its impeccably green credentials intact while adding extra safeguarding layers for staff and guests alike. In a luxury resort where scrupulous deep-cleaning is a given, a cutting edge ozone sanitisation and disinfection system is another crucial measure in place as the Budock Vean team prepares to welcome a wave of guests from July 10th. Pride
Tuesday, June 23, 2020The Inclusivity Project addresses bias with a first 'question time' event
We're living through huge global events and cultural shifts - the popular use of the word 'unprecedented' is by now itself unprecedented. First we saw the world swept by Coronavirus, and then, following the death of George Floyd in the US, we watched the Black Lives Matter protests start a wave of cultural re-evaluation. At The Inclusivity Project, through lockdown, we have been concerned about equality. We have watched the very sectors of Cornwall's population that we help businesses to adapt around -
Monday, June 22, 2020Quarterly Economic Survey Q2 2020: Cornish businesses operating below capacity amid Coronavirus pandemic and UK Lockdown
The Quarterly Economic Survey is the UK’s largest private sector survey and a leading indicator of UK GDP growth closely watched by UK policy makers including the Bank of England. The key findings below, conducted by PFA Research, are the headlines from the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce QES survey. The data from this survey is submitted to the British Chambers of Commerce, contributing to the national survey. There has been a huge rise in businesses operating below capacityA smaller number of businesses
Friday, June 19, 2020Kim Conchie responds to the governments lack of direction for the hospitality sector
Following yesterday's lack of information on opening dates, and lack of direction for hospitality businesses. Kim Conchie, Chief Executive of Cornwall Chamber of Commerce is calling for clarity from the government. Kim says: “Hospitality is what we’re famous for in Cornwall. We have the most amazing network of businesses to welcome our guests all geared up to open their doors on 4th July if it’s safe to do so. The Government has said 4th July is opening date for all these wonderful places but is burying
Wednesday, June 17, 2020Ideal Foods Secures New Supply of Fish By-Products
International seafood business, Ideal Foods is delighted to announce that it has signed a new supply agreement with Fife-based Mowi Consumer Products UK, which is part of Mowi ASA the world’s largest producer of Atlantic salmon. Cornwall based Ideal Foods Ltd exports fish, shellfish and fish by-products to more than 40 countries worldwide. In the last financial year, the company sold 11,520 tonnes of fish, 87% of which was sold overseas. As a low cost and nutritious food source, there is no shortage
Monday, March 09, 2020CIOSIF loan helps Padstow pooch business grow
A Padstow business specialising in wholesale dog care products is expanding into new markets with the support of a £32,000 loan from the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Investment Fund as part of a £97,000 package of support. Slickers Doghouse has developed its own range of dog wear and dog pharmacy products, including branded dog slings and blankets, plus skin and coat care treatments, hygiene drops and sprays. The business was founded by former telecoms director Lisa Hope in 2016 who saw the market
Thursday, December 19, 2019SAPC to feature on national TV programme
St Austell Printing Company is set to feature in a special documentary on Channel Four this Christmas “The Secret World of Toys at Christmas” will lift the lid on three iconic toy, crafts and games manufacturers – including the card game Top Trumps which is manufactured in SAPC’s sustainable factory here in Cornwall. Top Trumps owners Winning Moves share the history of the iconic card game as well as reveal how their teams come up with the content and design for the packs. The show then follows the
Friday, November 01, 2019Four major environmental awards in 12 months for SAPC
Fresh from being named the UK’s “Environmental Printing Company” in London, St Austell Printing Company completed a haul of environmental awards winning the “Best Environmental Project” at the Cornwall Manufacturing Group (CMG) Awards. The annual CMG awards took place at Newquay’s Atlantic Hotel and saw manufacturers from across the County recognised for achievements across the sector. SAPC were recognised for their “Smaller footprint” project, in which a number of innovations have helped them towards
Thursday, October 24, 2019SAPC celebrates third environmental award in just twelve months
St Austell Printing Company has brought home a third major environmental award in less than 12 months, continuing to secure its position as one of the UK’s most sustainable printing companies. The family-run company was awarded the UK’s ‘Environmental Printing Company’ trophy at the prestigious national Printweek Awards in London. The highly-contested awards featured 70 shortlisted printing companies from across the UK, with six in the environmental category. This is the third environmental award in
Friday, October 04, 2019“All under one roof” enables SAPC to receive Made in Cornwall accreditation
Two prominent advocates of Cornwall have presented St Austell Printing Company with a special accreditation, recognising their commitment to manufacturing in the County. The family-run company has become the only printing company to be awarded the “Made in Cornwall” accreditation as part of the official Cornwall Council scheme, which recognises businesses who manufacture their products in the County. Colonel Edward Bolitho OBE, Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall and St Austell Mayor Cllr Tim Styles were invited
Thursday, May 23, 2019St Austell Printing Company announces return of Print Power Event
St Austell Printing Company has teamed up with Business Cornwall Magazine for the return of a free event to help local businesses to embrace the power of their print. Back for the second year, “Print Power” will take place at St Austell Conference Centre on Thursday 11th July and features leading experts in the printing and publication industry with presentations and workshops to help business owners, managers and marketing professionals to get their most out of their printed marketing. Matt Bunt,
Monday, April 01, 2019SAPC unveils digital printing expansion
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) has announced an expansion to its digital printing department, with a major investment in a number of new printing presses which offer increased quality, efficiency and exceptional turnaround times. The family-run company has taken delivery of two new Xerox Versant machines, which are now running in conjunction with two existing presses and a number of large format machines. This investment is to enable SAPC to keep up with continued demand for digital printing from both
Thursday, August 30, 2018SAPC continue commitment to sustainability with solar panel installation
St Austell Printing Company has made a significant investment in meeting it’s sustainability goals, by unveiling one of the largest roof-based solar panel arrays in Cornwall.A total of 441 panels across two buildings at Carclaze will generate an impressive 130,000kWh per year - the equivalent of 40 domestic solar PV systems. It’s hoped that the 150kWp system will present a carbon-saving of at least 45 tonnes per year.Beth Mayman, Operations Manager for St Austell Printing Company said: “We’re really
Thursday, July 19, 2018£10 million family-run business reaps benefits of tailor-made management development scheme
The UK’s leading organic children’s clothing brand, Cornwall based Frugi, which currently has a £10 million turnover and 86 staff members has reaped the benefits of a tailor-made management development programme that was designed from ‘scratch’ by specialist coaching services provider, Oxford Innovation. For 30 years, Oxford Innovation has been delivering exclusive coaching packages for high growth SMEs like Frugi. Current Oxford Innovation support for Frugi comes via Transform, a coaching programme aimed
Wednesday, May 09, 2018SAPC produce special Top Trumps for Royal Wedding in record time
A family-run Cornish company is vying for the Royal seal of approval after manufacturing a special souvenir to commemorate the upcoming royal wedding. Working with games manufacturer Winning Moves, a collectable “Royal Wedding” edition of the popular card game Top Trumps has been designed by Winning Moves and manufactured by the St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) team at their purpose-built factory on the outskirts of St Austell. Last year SAPC were awarded the contract to print the popular card game by
Monday, March 26, 2018St Austell Conference Centre launch webcam
A St Austell-based company has installed a new webcam overlooking the bay in a bid to help promote the town around the world. St Austell Conference Centre, which is part of St Austell Printing Company has installed the webcam at their purpose-built premises at Carclaze. The camera provides a 24-hour HD live stream taking in the town and views across St Austell Bay. Beth Mayman, Operations Manager said: “So many people comment on how stunning the views are from our conferencing and event suites. Because
Tuesday, March 13, 2018Website Translation - Tips
Perhaps more than ever – given recent political events – businesses in the UK are considering how they’ll continue to, or begin trade with other nations. For most companies of any scale & vision, having local language-specific sales & marketing brochures, information and tools has long been a given – whether or not they have offices, local representatives or subsidiaries “overseas”. But does that focus translate and permeate as far as their websites and related digital services? Not always as effectively
Monday, March 12, 2018SAPC leads the way with £1m equipment investment programme
To keep up with increased workload St Austell Printing Company have kick-started a £1 million investment programme with a brand new state-of-the-art press which offers increased efficiency, capacity and a range of new product options. The family-run company has unveiled a Ryobi Mitsubishi (RGMT) Series SRA1 offset press, becoming the first printing company in the south west to embrace brand new LED-UV drying technology. The 27 tonne press was shipped directly from Japan and installed over four weeks at
Monday, February 26, 2018St Austell Printing Company develops the next generation of printing experts
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) is developing their next generation of printing experts with the appointment of two apprentices to their team. Lucy Everett (18) and James Richards (17) have joined SAPC through an apprenticeship scheme facilitated by the British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF). Lucy has joined as an apprentice print operator and James as an apprentice bindery assistant. They are the only BPIF apprentices in Cornwall. The apprenticeships offer an opportunity for James and Lucy
Monday, February 12, 2018Millionth pack of Top Trumps to be produced in St Austell comes off the production line
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) have celebrated reaching a major milestone – with the millionth pack of ‘Top Trumps’ to be printed in Cornwall rolling off the production line. Last year SAPC were awarded the contract by Winning Moves to print the iconic card game at their purpose-built factory on the outskirts of St Austell. This led to a major £500,000 investment in a specialist Rollem finishing machine and the creation of additional skilled jobs. Prior to the production moving to Cornwall, the
