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The South West is home to businesses doing remarkable things, and this year's Services Impact Report captures what that really looks like, and our role in making it happen.
James Cortis
10 June, 2026
Business West
Earlier this year, as part of the Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) research into Clean Energy business needs, I spoke with David Welham, Site Manager at A Healthier Earth’s new biochar facility, and Jenny Hughes, Head of Carbon Removal.
Chloe Barratt
9 June, 2026
Business West
On 1 June 2026, Digital ATA Carnets officially launched across the UK, European Union, Switzerland and Norway, marking a significant milestone for international trade. As Head of International Trade Services at Business West, I was keen to experience the process first-hand. So, when I travelled from Bristol to Paris hand-carrying professional equipment for a presentation at the International Chamber of Commerce, I used a Digital Carnet for the entire journey (the first in the UK).
Catherine Stephens
9 June, 2026
Business West
The US Government has announced plans to make its current 10% tariff on most imported goods more permanent. While the latest developments suggest that UK exporters may not face an increase in overall tariff rates when selling goods into the US, the trading environment remains challenging.
Fiona Parsons
4 June, 2026
Business West
According to some estimates, a quarter of UK businesses have used AI, with many boosting their productivity and profits as a result. A higher percentage of larger firms are now benefitting from regular AI use. Find out about some of the most popular AI-powered solutions and where they could save your business time and money.
Mark Williams
2 June, 2026
Business West
New research from the British Chambers of Commerce shows 80% of surveyed firms report an existing or expected impact from the Iran conflict, including energy price increases, shipping disruption and rises in raw material costs.
Amy Joyce
2 June, 2026
Business West
Meet Jo Greenwood, whose role spans finance, shaping strategy and supporting teams across Business West. Drawing on three decades of experience, she shares what a typical day looks like and how her role has evolved.
Amy Drummond
2 June, 2026
Business West
Today marks a major milestone for international trade as Digital ATA Carnets officially launch across the UK, EU, Switzerland and Norway. To mark the occasion, Catherine Stephens (Business West’s Head of International Trade Services) is travelling from Bristol to Paris using a Digital Carnet for the very first time.
Fiona Parsons
1 June, 2026
Business West
New research from the British Chambers of Commerce shows 80% of surveyed firms report an existing or expected impact from the Iran conflict, including energy price increases, shipping disruption and rises in raw material costs.
Amy Joyce
29 May, 2026
Business West
