Experienced operator to run trio of city business centres
Sunderland City Council has appointed a managing agent to ensure the continued success of three city business centres. The North East Business & Innovation Centre (BIC), one of the region’s leading providers of business support and workspace, has been appointed to manage Sunderland Software Centre, Evolve Business Centre and Washington Business Centre. Sunderland City Council […]
New multi-studio boutique fitness concept to open at Sunniside Social
One of the North East’s largest Pilates studios is opening a new luxury boutique fitness studio after seeing a surge in interest for its high-energy, fun workouts. ARV Studios has signed a 10-year lease on the first floor of Sunniside Social, a new leisure hub being established in the heart of Sunderland’s creative quarter. Inspired […]
British Arena set to wow Sunderland as interest grows for multi-use venue
The name and exclusive mockup images of the upcoming 15,000 sq.ft esports arena in Sunderland have been revealed. The multi-use British Arena – first announced last summer as the Gaming and Esports Arena – will be able to host live music events, comedy nights, private bookings, broadcasts, games industry, esports events, sports events, premier match […]
Sunderland spotlighted in property awards
Sunderland’s regeneration has been recognised by a prestigious property awards programme, with city developments and deals shortlisted for no fewer than seven awards. A huge programme of transformation is under way across Sunderland, and it has caught the attention of the judges of the Insider North East Property Awards. Hillthorn Business Park and the new […]
Advertising specialists invest in new Sunderland office
One of the UK’s fastest growing independent digital outdoor advertising agencies has moved to a new North East HQ. Smart Outdoor, experts in out-of-home advertising, has moved to a new 2,300 sq ft office at The Yard at Riverside Sunderland in the city centre. Founded in 2019, the firm has grown its network of live […]
Screen dream as studio goes ahead
Sunderland will become home to one of the biggest film studios in the North East of England, as Mayor Kim McGuinness is set to commit more than £38m to supercharge Crown Works Studios delivery. The much-anticipated blockbuster development could begin construction in July, with completion by the end of next year. Crown Works Growth Zone […]
Progress update on Sunderland’s New Eye Hospital as opening nears
Construction of Sunderland’s new Eye Hospital continues at pace with the landmark facility on track to open in summer 2026. In recent weeks, the project has reached several major milestones. External hoardings have now been removed, offering the public their first full view of the new hospital taking shape in the city centre. With the […]
RTC North confirms move to The Beam
A business support organisation that is driving economic growth across the North of England has committed its future to Sunderland, signing a deal on a new city centre HQ. RTC North, a B Corp which has been headquartered in the city since it was formed in 1987, has signed a lease to take 2,222 […]
Long-established Sunderland law firm moves into new home
A law firm which has served the North East for almost 80 years is embarking on an exciting new chapter after officially opening its new head office. Richard Reed Solicitors has moved its team of over 40 to its new home at The Beam, a Grade A office building at the heart of Riverside Sunderland. […]
Energy partnership delivers multi-million-pound boost for Sunderland
A new partnership that will deliver a £67m energy boost to Sunderland city centre has been announced. 1Energy and Sunderland City Council have signed an agreement that will unlock major investment to significantly improve and future-proof the area’s heating infrastructure, supporting new commercial developments, civic buildings, and ongoing regeneration projects. The agreement represents the latest […]