Business News Wales

24/10/2025

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has been awarded a £100,000

This funding will empower community clubs, deepen engagement within those communities, and create a long-term growth and impact plan for volunteers working in rugby across Wales.

READ MORE HERE 👇
https://businessnewswales.com/wru-awarded-100000-strategic-volunteering-grant-by-wcva/

22/10/2025

Strong Summer Drives Passenger Growth at Cardiff Airport (CWL - EGFF)

Cardiff Airport has enjoyed a strong summer season, with more passengers taking to the skies and airlines continuing to invest in new routes from Wales.

In the 12 months to the end of September 2025, 928,000 passengers travelled through the airport, a 5.3% increase on the previous year and flights were busier with more seats filled on services.

https://businessnewswales.com/strong-summer-drives-passenger-growth-at-cardiff-airport/

21/10/2025

More Than 1.5 Million ‘Pay As You Go’ Rail Journeys Made in Wales

The tap on, tap off technology was launched in November 2024 and has become Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru’ fastest selling rail product.

TfW became the first train operator outside of London and the South East of England to introduce the payment system.

https://businessnewswales.com/more-than-1-5-million-pay-as-you-go-rail-journeys-made-in-wales/

20/10/2025

Cardiff Council Approves 10-Year City Parking Plan

The council said the City Parking Plan was a cornerstone of Cardiff’s wider Transport Strategy, aiming to reduce congestion, improve air quality, and make the city’s streets safer and more accessible. It includes the introduction of surcharges for oversized and highly polluting vehicles.

https://businessnewswales.com/cardiff-council-approves-10-year-city-parking-plan/

17/10/2025

HERITAGE PLACES

Ynys Môn has been named among six new “heritage places” by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

The areas join nine others announced in 2023 as part of The National Lottery Heritage Fund’s plan to invest £200 million in up to 20 areas across the UK. The aim is to unlock the potential of local heritage to connect communities, revitalise local economies and enable places to thrive.

The National Lottery Heritage Fund Isle of Anglesey County Council

Ynys Môn has been named among six new "heritage places" by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The areas join nine others announced in 2023 as part of The

16/10/2025

EV RALLY

Transport for Wales Trafnidiaeth Cymru has been announced as the headline sponsor of the EV Rally Cymru 2025.

Taking place on 22 and 23 October 2025, the event celebrates Wales’ leadership in sustainable mobility and will see a convoy of electric vehicles (EVs) travel from Wrexham to Cardiff, via Ynys Môn, Aberystwyth and Pembrokeshire.

The route will showcase the growing strength of Wales’ EV infrastructure and highlight key green energy and transport initiatives along the way.

Transport for Wales has been announced as the headline sponsor of the EV Rally Cymru 2025. Taking place on 22 and 23 October 2025, the event celebrates

15/10/2025

BEST OF BRITISH FUND

Airbnb is launching a £1 million ‘Best of British’ fund supported by VisitBritain to help communities transform local traditions into must-do cultural experiences.

The firm's research suggests that half of adults (50%) have never taken part in a British tradition.

The fund will offer up to £100,000 to each successful business or organisation which submits a “bold idea to power local tourism and support the best of the nation’s eclectic, diverse and rich culture”

Airbnb is launching a £1 million ‘Best of British’ fund supported by VisitBritain to help communities transform local traditions into must-do cultural

14/10/2025

SOCIAL BUSINESS AWARDS⭐

Eight social enterprises from across Wales have taken home the top prizes at the Social Business Wales Awards.

In total 26 social enterprises gathered at Maesteg Town Hall in the Llynfi valley at the awards ceremony, where they highlighted their work tackling some of society’s most pressing problems.

The annual Social Business Wales awards recognise excellence, innovation, and impact in the social enterprise sector, celebrating social businesses which are improving lives, strengthening communities, and driving inclusive economic growth across Wales.

Cwmpas Down to Earth Project

Eight social enterprises from across Wales have taken home the top prizes at the Social Business Wales Awards.   In total 26 social enterprises gathered

14/10/2025

BUSINESS EXPO

Wales’ largest procurement showcase will be in North Wales later this week.

The Business Wales Meet the Buyers Expo will have a focus on the Foundational Economy. The event, on Thursday October 16 at Venue Cymru, Llandudno, aims to offer businesses a gateway to billions of pounds in live contract opportunities.

The Llandudno Expo will enable businesses to connect directly with leading organisations offering hundreds of contract opportunities across multiple sectors, from construction and housing to healthcare and transport.

Attendance is free, find out more and book your place HERE👇

Wales’ largest procurement showcase will be in North Wales later this week. The Business Wales Meet the Buyers Expo will have a focus on the Foundational

13/10/2025

CARDIFF BUSINESS CLUB

Cardiff Business Club ’s 2025/26 season continued in powerful form with its second event.

A packed room of members and guests gathered for an afternoon of compelling personal insight, open discussion, and candid commentary on the future of Welsh rugby.

The event's keynote was delivered by Paul Thorburn, former Welsh international and Club Secretary of Cardiff Business Club, who shared his remarkable journey through sport and business.

Read more HERE👇

Cardiff Business Club’s 2025/26 season continued in powerful form with its second event, hosted this time at the conference facilities at Sophia Gardens,

09/10/2025

WELSH FOOD & DRINK

Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies MS, has visited the world’s largest food and drink trade show in Anuga, Germany, as the industry bids to continue its growth on a global stage.

Latest figures show that the value of Welsh food and drink exports has grown by £269 million since 2019 - a 47% increase. This represents a total value of £839 million in 2024, with meat and cereal products being the strongest categories.

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Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies MS, has visited the world’s largest food and drink

08/10/2025

BUSINESS GUIDE

Swansea Council has launched a Swansea Business Guide in a bid to support entrepreneurs and business owners looking to establish or grow their ventures in the city.

The guide provides practical advice from details on grants and funding opportunities to information about recruitment, innovation and sustainability.

Find out more HERE👇

A Swansea Business Guide has been launched in a bid to support entrepreneurs and business owners looking to establish or grow their ventures in the city.