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Christmas 2024 Page 23 AD SALES 01204 478812 BUSINESS TO ADVERTISE CALL 01204 478812 £ REDMOOR Health, a leading digital transformation and workforce development ser- vices provider for the NHS, has acquired The Well Led Practice, a company founded by renowned GP and leader- ship expert Dr Clare Sieber. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in Chorley headquartered Redmoor Health’s long-term strategy to deliver an end-to-end support service for GP practices, Primary Care Networks (PCNs), and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs). The Well Led Practice brings a wealth of expertise in leadership and workforce development, along- side proven tools and workshops designed to boost organisational effectiveness and team dynamics. Its offer includes digital diagnos- tic tools, evidence-based guidance, and tailored workshops, which complement Redmoor Health’s existing suite of services. A statement announcing the deal said: “Together, the two organisations will enable GP prac- tices and PCNs to achieve trans- formational change by leveraging technology to improve sustaina- bility, resilience and efficiency while fostering better outcomes and enhancing staff well-being and retention.! Dr Sieber, pictured, has also taken up the role of Redmoor’s CMO (Chief Medical Officer). Chief executive Matt Murphy said: “This is an exciting develop- ment for Redmoor Health as we continue to evolve and expand our services in response to the chang- ing needs of the NHS. “By combining our digital trans- formation expertise with The Well Led Practice’s leadership and workforce development tools, we are empowering primary care teams to drive meaningful, last- ing change. “Dr Clare Sieber has built a business that complements our vision of integrating leadership with innovation to create thriving healthcare environments.” Dr Sieber said: “This partner- ship will amplify our impact and ensure that GP practices, PCNs, and ICBs have access to the tools and support they need to navi- gate the complexities of modern primary care. “Our shared mission to improve patient outcomes and enhance team dynamics makes this an A CLEAN air technology com- pany is moving its headquar- ters to a flagship development in Bolton to meet growing demand and its future expan- sion plans. Howorth Air Technology is relocating its HQ from Victoria Works on Lorne Street, Farn- worth, where it has had a base for almost 150 years. The company is moving to a 33,000sq ft two-storey detached unit at Logistics North on Lomax Way. The site has extensive shop- floor space which will accommo- date Howorth’s pharma assembly operations, plus offices housing medical and pharmaceutical oper- ations alongside the finance, HR, IT, technical, purchasing, market- ing and health and safety teams. Howorth is retaining its presence at Raven Locks in Little Hulton, Salford, which will be home to its medical fabrication operations and its service and aftersales team. The relocation to Logistics North will see Howorth making an initial investment of £500,000. Its Lorne Street site has been acquired by Bolton-based Hand- rail Creations and will remain as a manufacturing facility. Howorth designs, manufactures and assembles ultra clean air equipment for use in operating the- atres, and for the pharma, biotech- nology and life science industries. The group turns over more than £20million a year and employs over 130 staff across its operations in the UK and the United States. Logistics North is a high-profile scheme next to junction four of the M61, comprising four million sq ft of space across 250 acres. Occupi- ers include MBDA, Aldi, Whistl, Amazon, Green King and Lidl. The site has a BREAAM rating of ‘very good’. Howorth’s chief operating officer AdamAinslie said Logistics North stood out as the ideal choice for the group’s new HQ. He said: “When looking at poten- tial options, we had some specific criteria we wished to meet. “We wanted to remain within the Bolton area to minimise dis- ruption to our loyal workforce. “In addition, the premises needed to be built to the highest efficiency standards to meet our net zero ambitions, give us enough floor space and flexibility to satisfy our current and future needs as we look to expand, provide sufficient office space to house a growing workforce and have good trans- port links. “The site at Logistics North fulfils all of these requirements and will provide a modern facility at a superb location, making it a great place to work for our team. “As the business continues to expand in the UK and overseas, the need for additional space has become more of a priority. Pharma projects are increasing in number and size, and with that comes the requirement for additional assem- bly areas. “Our move to Logistics North comes at an exciting time for Howorth as we start to complete another large-scale containment project for a Tier 1 pharmaceutical client. Our new facility will ena- ble us to deliver larger and more complex containment suites in line with client demand. “As well as expanding in the UK, we continue to grow our operations in the United States from our base in Charlotte, North Carolina, and we are looking to further develop our pharma operations in Europe.” Kenny Macfarlane, managing director of Handrail Creations, which manufactures and supplies commercial handrails, said: “The purchase of Victoria Works was the ultimate way to celebrate 10 years in industry, and demon- strates the phenomenal growth we’ve seen in that time. “This new factory is three times bigger than our current one, which gives us tremendous scope to improve our process, develop our staff and deliver more contracts each year. “As Howorth was based at Vic- toria Works for nearly 150 years, the factory is steeped in its herit- age, and we are proud to carry on this legacy.” Making a big move Move: Howorth Air Technology’s chief operating o!cer Adam Ainslie (right) with pharma operations director Carlo Rava at the new HQ LANCASHIRE commercial vehicle maker Leyland Trucks has wel- comed 25 new apprentices. This year’s cohort spans various key areas within the company, with 10 assembly operative apprentices, nine automotive engineers, two project managers, one business administration apprentice, and one facilities and main- tenance apprentice. Leyland has also brought on two design engineering apprentices, who will focus on developing cutting-edge innovations for both diesel and battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and driving the future of green transport. Zain Hussain, a 22-year-old automo- tive engineer apprentice, said: “Starting an apprenticeship at Leyland Trucks felt like the perfect next step for me. “The company is great at encourag- ing people to keep pushing themselves and growing, which is something I’ve always aimed for. “Seeing so many managers and lead- ers who began their careers as appren- tices is really motivating – it shows just how much potential there is here. “The opportunities are endless, and I’m eager to continue learning, explor- ing different areas of the business, and gaining more qualifications along the way.” Maria Rogers, learning and devel- opment manager at the business, said: “We were incredibly impressed by the Truck maker drives to the future Motivated: Zain Hussain calibre and diversity of this year’s appli- cants, and we’re thrilled to welcome 25 talented individuals into our appren- ticeship programme. “Apprentices are truly the lifeblood of Leyland Trucks – contributing far beyond the day-to-day and shaping the future success of our company. Former apprentices can be found throughout the business, from driving cutting-edge technological innovations to holding senior management roles, both locally and internationally.” A healthy looking deal exciting and natural fit. I look forward to working with the tal- ented team at Redmoor to continue delivering exceptional support to our clients.” Redmoor Health specialises in supporting primary and social care providers in adopting and utilising technology to improve patient outcomes. Since 2022 it has been backed by Palatine Impact Fund, which backs commercially driven busi- nesses with a mission to positively impact society or the environment.