Professional Services

Sense of optimism reflects a more positive outlook than in recent years

London businesses experienced a significant increase in optimism about the state of the economy and sales in Q3 2024, according to the Capital 500, London’s quarterly economic survey (QES) conducted by the London Chamber of…
It’s all stations go for the testing of new train fleet

Transport for London (TfL) has welcomed the first of the new Piccadilly line trains to the capital, ahead of a programme of intensive testing before the new trains start entering service by the end of…
Cashflow improvement mirrored by growing domestic demand

London businesses experienced a notable improvement in cashflow during the second quarter of 2024, according to the Capital 500, London’s quarterly economic survey conducted by the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). The net…
Talent magnet: is this still the ultimate destination for aspiring professionals?

According to a report by the Boston Consulting Group, London stands unrivalled as the world’s top city for attracting talent. The city’s rich history and dynamic allure have long attracted visitors, and emerging talent from…
Four quantity surveying hires bolster consultancy team

Gateley Vinden has bolstered its quantity surveying and project management team in London and the South East with four new appointments. Simon Dewar joins Gateley Vinden as a consultant, bringing more than 30 years of…
New headquarters cements group’s position in the city

Permasteelisa Group, the global leader in the design, construction, manufacture and installation of technically advanced building envelopes, has moved to a new state-of-the-art premises in the heart of London, in Yarnwicke, Cannon Street. Recognised as…
Mayoral elections– the key asks and issues of the capital’s firms

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) published its mayoral manifesto outlining the London business community’s key asks of the next London Mayor ahead of the Mayoral election. The London Chamber of Commerce, which…
Human resources specialist joins leading global contractor

Nathalie Lion Haddad has been named Chief People Officer of the Permasteelisa Group. A human resources executive with more than 20 years’ international experience, Nathalie has a track record of leading cultural, organisational and leadership…
Consultancy recognises contribution of commercial building sector specialist

Leading commercial building, project and sustainability consultancy Jones Hargreaves has promoted Joe Hawkins to Partner. Chartered Building Surveyor Joe joined the firm’s London office in 2020 as Associate Partner, working alongside the consultancy team during…