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New funding announced for businesses from academics through the EIRA project

Jan 18, 2019 | Funding

Image Credit: University of Essex: Businesses can harness the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, biotechnology and digital creativity, thanks to a new £4.7m funded partnership between seven universities and colleges across the East of England.

Colchester: relocation hub of choice

Jan 15, 2019 | Inward Investment

Image Credit: Newman Commercial: There is a growing demand for commercial properties in Colchester.

Revitalised Plans Confirmed for Jacks in Colchester Town Centre

Jan 9, 2019 | Regeneration

Colchester Borough Council has appointed the contractor to carry out repair works to Jacks that will enable local business Three Wise Monkeys to move in and operate their pint-sized micro-brewery in the town centre.

Contractor Appointed for Multi-million Pound Northern Gateway Development in Colchester

Jan 3, 2019 | Investment

Initial phase of the development comprises 76 acres of innovative and exciting sports and leisure facilities.

Colbea Wins National Enterprise Network 2018 Award!

Jan 2, 2019 | Award

Image Credit: Colbea: Colchester Business Enterprise Agency (Colbea) has been announced as the winner of the Enterprise Engagement Award at the National Enterprise Network (NEN) Annual Conference. The 2018 NEN Awards, held at Barclays head office in London’s Canary...

Surya Hotels opens new £10m hotel in Colchester as part of £30m investment plan

Dec 17, 2018 | Investment

Image Credit: Surya Hotels: Surya Hotels, part of Suki Dulai’s Flying Trade group, is due to open Colchester’s newest hotel - St Nicholas Hotel - on December 5 as the first phase of a £10m investment into Colchester. The group, which has headquarters in Harwich, has...