Skills and safety, renewable energy and women in construction top priorities for new FMB President
CAREER opportunities for young people, safety regulations and support for women in construction are top priorities for the new leader of a prominent trade association. Gareth Jones is already making strides as President for the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in Wales. The Managing Director of award-winning Carbon Zero Renewables – part of the Carbon…
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Timber business branching out into new markets and territories with university support
A TIMBER company approaching five years in business will branch out into new markets and territories with the support of a leading university. Snowdon Timber has navigated post-pandemic challenges to grow significantly in recent times. Launched in 2019 by Jody Goode, from Old Colwyn, the firm now employs 14 staff at its sites in Mochdre…
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650+ visitors take Pride in attending LGBTQ+ celebration at PetPlace Abergele
HUNDREDS of people took great Pride in attending a bumper fun day at one of the country’s leading independent pet stores. PetPlace Abergele welcomed more than 650 visitors to its free Pride in the Park event. The programme included a host of activities and attractions for dogs, their owners, and revellers to enjoy in celebration of the…
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Carbon Zero Renewables celebrates record numbers, award win and team growth
AN ACCLAIMED renewable energy business is celebrating another award-winning and record-breaking year. Carbon Zero Renewables – part of the Carbon Zero Group based in Old Colwyn, St Asaph and Mochdre – has announced its highest ever annual accounts. The firm has also taken on new employees, including a personal assistant, videographer, sales, and finance staff,…
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Energy boss reinforces call for safe solar on all new-builds and housing developments
AN ENERGY boss has reinforced calls to install solar panels on all new-builds and housing developments in Wales. And Gareth Jones, Vice President of the Federation of Master Builders for Wales, insists safety must be top priority following a series of incidents in past months, notably a solar panel battery fire on Anglesey. Gareth, Managing…
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Animal behaviour specialist and PetPlace join forces for UK-first dog play expo
PETPLACE joined forces with a leading animal play company to host a UK-first event for dogs and their owners. The North Wales retailer’s revamped 25,000 sq ft Llangefni store held exercise and games sessions in partnership with Kong Company Ltd. Kong ambassador and esteemed dog behaviour specialist Diane Kasperowicz shared an insight into how dogs…
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Route Media shows further signs of growth across Wales
A MEDIA company has shown further signs of growth across Wales. Route Media – part of Dragon Group – has expanded its footprint with new partnerships including a West Wales bus network, which serves passengers in Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. The contract will see 10 vehicles installed with streetliner and rear signage viewed by motorists and pedestrians in…
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Energy boss warns of cowboy solar installers as business surges across Wales
CONSUMERS must ensure they are not in the dark when buying solar panels and energy products following a rise in cowboy installers. Gareth Jones, Vice President for the Federation of Master Builders Wales and Managing Director of Carbon Zero Renewables, is concerned unlicensed and inexperienced companies and individuals are entering the market and capitalising on…
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Warehaus Signs has designs on expansion thanks to sibling success
SIBLINGS overcame family tragedy to launch an innovative design and manufacturing business. After growing up in London and Brighton, Tashka and Krystn Yeomans – directors of Warehaus Signs in Mochdre – moved to North Wales with their mum Lynn as teenagers to begin a new life in Conwy. Sadly, Lynn passed away while they were…
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Entrepreneur Gareth Jones unveils new global robotics business
A SUCCESSFUL entrepreneur is among the first in the country to introduce revolutionary new robots to the hard-hit hospitality sector. As the industry battles with staff shortages and a recruitment crisis post-pandemic, restaurant chains, hoteliers, holiday parks and tourism operators are turning to technology for support. To help meet demand, Gareth Jones launched AI Global…
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