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07 July 2025

How ASCEND Helped Take Specscart to the Next Level

Glasses were too expensive, the buying process was rigid and outdated, and delivery times were far too slow. Sid saw an opportunity to shake things up, creating a brand that made eyewear more affordable, accessible, and more exciting.  

03 June 2025

Rochdale manufacturer forecasts £600k Y1 growth following innovation support

Heatsense Cables expects a £600,000 increase in turnover within 12 months and £3million over the next three years.

29 May 2025

How Alderley Lighthouse Labs is shaping the future of diagnostics

Alderley Lighthouse Labs is shaping the future of diagnostics. See how strategic support and funding from Greater Manchester’s innovation ecosystem is powering a 590% turnover increase.

29 May 2025

Revenue and capital funding helps Pegasus move into tech-led fulfilment

Support from GM Business Growth Hub has enabled an Oldham-based company to increase its potential daily output by more than 35-fold.

12 December 2024

Bolton-based pasty company discovers missing ingredient after receiving disability awareness workshops

A Manchester disability awareness training provider has partnered with Carrs Pasties to help staff understand the challenges faced by people with disabilities.

10 December 2024

Digital innovation paves the way for Play It Green’s expansion

An innovation grant has helped this Bury SME transform how it supports businesses on their sustainability journey, and increase annual sales by 30%.

04 December 2024

How collaboration is driving clean-tech SME’s success

With £280,000 in innovation funding and expert support from Greater Manchester, Vector Homes cut its time to market by 33%.

11 September 2024

344 Audio are gearing up for a nationwide disruption

Tameside based audio post production company, 344 Audio, was founded by Alex Gregson, an entrepreneur who has been crafting sound and music for over 12 years. What started in his bedroom is now a growing business working on high-profile projects from the UK and beyond.

15 August 2024

Leveraging the innovation eco-system for global success

From ambitious start-up to global leader, The Insights Family’s incredible journey provides lessons for any business in Greater Manchester that wants to fulfil its goals.