Energy for Business can support energy innovators and those who want to become more energy efficient by forging links between businesses and world-class academics, researchers and graduate talent in the energy field.

Delivered by the Energy Innovation and Collaboration team and funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) this low-carbon innovation project offers product research and development, business support and capital funding to SMEs in the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire region.

Established in 2001, EPS is a friendly and approachable geotechnical and environmental consultancy working nationally in the UK from offices in Cambridge, Leeds and Bristol. We do everything from initial desk studies and due-diligence surveys through to complex remediation of soil and groundwater on the environmental side and interpretive solutions for foundations, floor slab and pavement construction design on the geotechnical side.

We work with top names in the residential, retail and petrochemical sectors providing the right outcomes time and time again through our practical and innovative approach with particular emphasis placed on delivering commercially sensitive, expedient and cost effective ground investigation and environmental management services.

Edward Cooper Young Chartered Surveyors provides Banks, Funders, Owner Occupiers and Property Entrepreneurs with a complete multi-discipline service to identify and support development opportunities.

Engineering Services Partnership Ltd (ESP) is a building services design consultancy specialising in:
• Building Services
• Strategic Planning
• Due Diligence
• Engineering Design
• Sustainability and Energy
• Onsite Monitoring and Management
• BIM and REVIT
With the majority of projects driven by budget constraints the emphasis on value engineering and innovation is stronger than ever. ESP prides itself in taking a proactive role in this process and by taking into account more than just the services cost impact when choosing engineering solutions. ESP partners clients across a range of sectors including retail, commercial, banking & finance, residential, education, leisure, industrial and health related projects. ESP works closely with end users ensuring that designs and installations are fit for purpose, comply with statutory obligations and are fully commissioned and handed over to the buildings operational team.

Galliford Try is a leading UK construction business employing 3,000 people across the country. The Galliford Try Group trades as Galliford Try in England and Morrison Construction in Scotland and operates three divisions - Building, Infrastructure and Specialist Services. Galliford Try Building East Midlands, based in Leicestershire, is one of nine Business Units providing regional coverage throughout England, Scotland and Wales. We specialise in new build and refurbishment projects in the student accommodation, education, defence, health, custodial, commercial, retail, leisure and industrial sectors. Our strength is the diversity of our activities and our edge is our ability to bring local expertise to schemes of national significance, delivering complex, large-scale projects with attention to detail. We are recognised for our collaborative approach, carefully considering the requirements of our customers, the communities our projects serve and the environments in which they sit to ensure we always deliver outstanding solutions.

At Gallant, we have a proven track record in utilising the latest solutions to successfully fulfil an array of mechanical, electrical and plumbing services across a variety of sectors.

Our emphasis is on being the one supplier to professionally execute and drive a project from design to completion and onwards. We provide the most innovative technologies in the market, allowing for excellent energy efficiencies and ensuring all of the latest legislations are achieved. As demonstrated by the ongoing M&E solutions provided to over 30,00 hotel rooms.

Satisfied end-user clients include; Rolls Royce, The Home Office, Nissan, Travelodge, Ibis, Ramada Hotels, Shell, Holiday Inn, Volkswagen, Bloc Hotels, Red Bull, Bentley, Calvin Klein, Barchester Care Home and Hyundai.

Gallant’s products and services are all underpinned by the reassurance of a full after care service provided by our specialist technical support function. This core team of 35 specialists are responsible for projects operating out of 3 UK locations - providing national reaching capabilities. Gallant’s independent support structure, required capital funding, pertinent expertise, track record and case study credentials ensure that any M&E requirements you may have are fulfilled on time, on budget and to the highest standard.

Henry Riley LLP is a leading UK and property construction consultancy with a national and international presence. The success of Henry Riley for over 130 years has been down to our ability to lead the way in the construction and property industries by being visionary, innovative and forward thinking. Our experience across numerous sectors, and our commitment to being responsive and reliable, has enabled us to develop strong and ongoing relationships with our clients.

inCharnwood is the inward investment and business support brand used by the Regeneration and Economic Development Team for Charnwood. inCharnwood brings us together with businesses and a wide range of partner organisations to help create a strong economy for the Charnwood area. The Charnwood area is distinguished by a range of factors which are attractive to inward investors, additional to the ease of access afforded by being on the M1 motorway, mainline railway and the doorstep of East Midlands Airport. Whether it is modern technologies at a science park or a new business adding to the eclectic mix of shops and eateries in Loughborough town centre, the inCharnwood team is keen to provide support and work closely with investors. The local economy is well-balanced compared to many. We want to strengthen it further through continued increases in the number of business start-ups and by attracting new investment in to the borough. We are active on many fronts, including working with partners to deliver the Loughborough and Leicester Science and Innovation Enterprise Zone, the Life Sciences Enterprise Zone and delivering a new Masterplan for Loughborough town centre. Enterprise Zone status for two of our highly accessible and major sites (LUSEP and Charnwood Campus) takes us into the ‘premier league’ of locations within the UK for attracting investment. Alongside other development and regeneration opportunities this means that there is much to discover in Charnwood. Visit our stand at the East Midlands Expo and find out more.

Ridge is an award winning, multidiscipline property and construction consultancy successfully delivering a unique range of town & country planning, project & cost management, architecture, surveying, design, engineering, health & safety, expert witness and property consultancy services with vast experience across all public and private sectors. An entrepreneurial and dynamic forward-thinking business, Ridge puts quality and reliability first and foremost achieving over 80% repeat business from satisfied clients.

 “We help our clients create better and more sustainable places for people to live, learn and work, providing scale and expertise with a personal touch. Together, we aim higher, so our clients and people go further.”

 Founded in Oxford since 1946, Ridge now employs over 600 people from 12 locations across the UK and has successfully delivered projects in over 75 countries worldwide.

Newark & Sherwood sits at the heart of England, where major road and rail networks converge. We are very proud of our district, for as well as being a great place to visit and live, it is also a great place to do business. With this in mind, Invest Newark & Sherwood was formed to help promote our wonderful district, which offers quick and easy access to customers and suppliers; has a vibrant business community including engineering, ICT, food and drink and tourism expertise; committed people and partners with excellent business networks and local procurement. At Invest Newark & Sherwood, we offer a free and confidential service to potential investors and existing businesses looking to expand. Working in partnership, we tailor bespoke packages to encourage and nurture growth and innovation within our new and existing businesses.

Gainsborough is one of the 20 Housing Zones outside London designed to accelerate housing development. The town will also benefit from £18 million of public sector investment which will underpin heritage-led regeneration and housing-led economic growth. Gainsborough is predicted to see an economic growth forecast of 12% which supports a 47% increase in the number of homes in the town, ultimately increasing the population to more than 30,000. The town centre and historic river front will be revitalised and linkages to the first-class retail and food and drink offer in Marshalls Yard will be enhanced, making Gainsborough a strong investment proposition. A number of key sites have already been earmarked for housing investment. Gainsboroughs riverside will be transformed to offer retail and leisure units, boosting the economy and helping create more than 3,000 jobs. Queen Elizabeths High School offers outstanding education for 11 to 18 year olds and the University of Lincoln – on Gainsboroughs doorstep – is helping to drive the knowledge economy with its world-class teaching and research facilities. The Greater Gainsborough Housing Zone presents an exciting opportunity for UK-wide developers, which is just the beginning of the next chapter for the town.

Jessops construction are a medium sized construction contractor operating within a number and variety of sectors nationally. Jessops construction areas of expertise knows no bounds, with previous projects ranging from the unique tree-house projects at Center Parcs to commercial retail parks, aviation training and sports facilities. Having operated for nearly twenty years, Jessops prove that they are the contractor of choice with clients returning to us for future projects time and time again. Work with us on your next project, let us assist you in building your legacy. Telephone 01636 681501

Established in 1900 by John Wright,   JohnEWright is a family run printing company with its head office based in Nottingham and several local print bureaus we have an ethos for all things print – no matter how big or small. JohnEWright is a company that delivers. With clients ranging from large blue chip companies on a national scale to small (but equally as important to us) local businesses we pride ourselves in achieving unarguable customer satisfaction. So ……… what do we do:- Signage / Exhibition / Display THINK PRINT – is a fresh new brand within our business Interior branding project management service, from concept to installation 3D Substrate engineering – our CAD cutter can cut virtually any shape, from a wide range of materials, including acrylics to create 3D structures Projects of a bespoke nature, to be tailored to the client’s individual needs. Direct print to virtually any flat or rolled substrate – up to 3.2m wide High quality printing with collation, distribution and fitting Aluminium tension frames – from small displays to entire building wraps Fully project managed exhibition stands, from 3D visual concept to manufacture, build, breakdown and storage We print big, we print small, dissertations /brochures/ posters/ architect and building plans / Leaflets and Flyers /Business Cards and Stationery / Booklets / Case Bound and Perfect Bound Books / Mounting and Laminating / Encapsulation / Document Copying We have invested Millions in state of the art digital imaging and finishing equipment and we know how to push each machine to its limits and our LED curing technology = greener environment If it’s not on the list – it doesn’t mean we don’t do it. Get in touch with us on 0115 9833200 or email julie@johnewright.com

Kingswood Residential Investment Management are Nottinghamshire letting agents, specialising in residential lettings, management and investment.

Why choose us?
ARLA Propertymark regulated
Award winning
Independent, local specialists
Personal, tailored service
50+ years combined team industry experience

At Liberate IT we tailor our IT support to fit perfectly with your needs. We have been supporting Small Businesses across the midlands and beyond since 2010 and continue to expand our support from Telephony to CCTV installation. We also specialise in Cyber Security to help protect our clients from the latest threats and to conform with GDPR. We are a group of keen, innovative IT engineers who are well established in the east midlands providing market leading technology support. We pride ourselves on helping other small business grow and achieve their goals without the need for inhouse IT support.

Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organisation supporting local businesses in Lincolnshire From humble beginnings as the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce & Industry (the first Chamber in Lincolnshire) to merging with other local Chambers including Boston, Sleaford and Gainsborough to create the Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce as we know it, we have had a long history. The Chamber is further enhanced by being part of a worldwide network and is one of the British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) Accredited Chambers, the largest and most powerful network for business in the UK

Lindum is an experienced and successful construction company, owned by its employees, developing long term client relationships through excellent work and open partnership approach. Services to both public and private sector clients include New Build, Refurbishment and Maintenance, plus Joint Venture, Land and Turnkey Projects. T: 01522 500300.

Midlands Building Control Consultancy Ltd (MBC) are a private sector Building Control body, with a wealth of experience across all sectors of the construction industry. MBC provide a personal, efficient and non-bureaucratic Building Control service. Our surveyors are highly qualified to provide the best technical advice for all scenarios. We deliver professional and proactive compliance and safety solutions to the whole range of construction sectors. MBC offer a straightforward alternative to local authority Building Control and work with clients to ensure Building Regulations compliance at all stages. With a dedicated Project Manager and a highly competitive fee structure, we are here to guide you through the process every step of the way.