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Read the latest business news, top tips, support and funding announcements, and success stories from across the region.

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US trade tariffs update
  • Export
  • News

07 April 2025

US tariffs on UK imports: What you need to know

Links to the latest information, plus businesses are invited to share their feedback with UK Government by 1 May 2025.

Tractor at Dreadnought Tiles premises
  • Sustainability
  • Case study

03 April 2025

How Dreadnought Tiles made significant savings to their energy usage with BEAS

Dreadnought Tiles reduced its energy usage and costs through the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS).

Mayor Richard Parker speaking with the founders of Attic Brewery at their premises
  • Sustainability
  • News

01 April 2025

New funding to help hundreds more businesses cut energy costs and carbon emissions

New funding to help hundreds more businesses cut energy costs and carbon emissions.

A worker at the Midtherm manufacturing plant, busy in the fabrications section
  • Innovation
  • Case study

31 March 2025

Supply chain transition; moving into emerging and growing markets

Black Country manufacturer Midtherm is branching out into new markets after joining a programme designed to support SMEs in the West Midlands to diversify their products and services and win new customers.

UK Export Academy logo
  • Export
  • News

27 March 2025

Unlock success with new "Fuel your Business Growth" series

Brand-new webinar series providing the tools you need to thrive. The Fuel Your Business Growth Series, hosted by the UK Export Academy.

Colleagues collaborating around a table
  • Employer resources
  • Tips

24 March 2025

Leading teams with confidence

Understand your staff’s motivations, your own leadership style and how you can support your team to reach a shared goal. Essential tips for effective leadership.

Delegates networking in front of a Business Festival banner
  • News

17 March 2025

First look at the success of the inaugural West Midlands Business Festival

Top line stats, observations and a huge thank you from the Business Growth West Midlands team.

Mayor Richard Parker at a site visit in high vis and a blue helmet in the snow
  • Innovation
  • Blog

14 March 2025

Grow your business in thriving new sectors

Transitioning into new supply chain sectors is an effective strategy for driving growth and scaling your business operations this year.