Email News January 2009
Foreword...
Welcome to the March issue of email news. Public sector support for marine companies looking to improve their business in areas such as skills, infrastructure, innovation and funding is a key theme this month. To find out more read on...
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Improving Your Bottom Line in an Economic Downturn...
Marine South East is committed to assisting marine companies in the South East to ensure that even in economic downturns they can find ways to improve their bottom lines. In fact a slow down in orders and capacity might give marine company bosses just the opportunity to appraise their business and adopt new practices to make a positive effect on their turnover.
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Trafalgar Wharf taking on new tenants...
Trafalgar Wharf, the former VT Halmatic site in Portchester, is already capitalizing on location and facilities with a range of new marine companies keen to make the site their new home.
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SEEDA Announces New Finance for Small Businesses...
SEEDA, the South East England Development Agency, is being given a pivotal role in rolling out the Government’s plans to support small businesses, as announced in Monday’s Pre-Budget Report.
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Government pledge to simplify training...
The UK Commission for Employment and Skills has published a report on simplification of the skills system for employers.
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A new look Train to Gain...
In response to employer demand, from August 2008 Train to Gain has been significantly enhanced to ensure it provides a wider range of support and more help with the cost of training.
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BMF and Superyacht UK Technical Days 14th & 15th January 2009...
The British Marine Federation (BMF) will be hosting a Technical Day at the London International Boat Show on 14 January.
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Help for innovative companies looking to prepare staff for the future...
This ESF Funded Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Leadership and Management Project includes qualifications designed for employees working in a Management role who wish to underpin their practice with a clearer knowledge of the principles of management and improve their overall competency as a manager.
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Queen announces implementation of Marine Bill...
As part of the Queen’s speech last month, the Government announced that it would be introducing the Marine Bill.
The purpose of the Bill is to introduce a new planning system for the marine area, improve and simplify arrangements for managing marine development and ensure greater protection for the marine environment and biodiversity, and provide greater recreational access to the English coast.
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South Kent College Offers Apprenticeship Reward to Employers...
South Kent College has launched a special Apprenticeship offer to help employers address workforce skills gaps and improve productivity.
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Opportunity to take part in the Apprenticeship Expansion Programme – 16th January deadline...
The Government wants to work closely with employers who already have a strong reputation for delivering high-quality apprenticeship programmes. They believe that good-quality provision encourages other employers to engage with apprenticeships and aspire to be seen as the best.
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Designing Demand half-day MareNet Workshop, Tuesday 27th January 2009...
Venue: The Port House, Port Solent
This event is now fully booked
Following the success of the Designing Demand marine workshop held earlier this year, Marine South East is delighted to be offering an additional free half-day workshop for those companies who were unable to attend the first time.
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International Trade and Global Marine Opportunities MareNet event, Tuesday 10th February...
Venue: Royal Southern Yacht Club, Hamble