Business and Industries News

Invasive worm species found on boats

An invasive non-native (INNS) worm species has been discovered on two boats in Ramsey after they were removed from the water for cleaning and maintenance. The...
Friday, 13 October 2023

CYBERISLE sees launch of the Cyber Security Centre for the Isle of Man

The fifth cyber security conference, CYBERISLE, took place at the Comis Hotel in Douglas last week, with over 250 delegates from the Isle of Man, Jersey and...
Thursday, 12 October 2023

Awards celebrate those contributing to a sustainable future

Organisations contributing to a more sustainable Isle of Man were recognised today at the fifth UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards. The awards celebrate those...
Thursday, 12 October 2023

‘Landmark herring catch’ follows new UK quotas

Local fishermen have started to catch herring in Manx waters thanks to new UK quotas that could enable a commercially viable Manx fishery for the first time...
Tuesday, 10 October 2023

Manx king scallop fishery sees sustainability rating increased

The Isle of Man’s king scallop fishery, which opens next month, is now rated among the most sustainably managed in the British Isles by the Marine Conservation...
Thursday, 5 October 2023

Isle of Man bees in safe hands as Harry meets Gary

A well-respected beekeeper who has spent more than 50 years helping protect the disease-free status of the Isle of Man’s rare honeybees has a new...
Thursday, 31 August 2023

New DEFA leader to take up role in September

Scott Gallacher has been appointed Chief Officer (CO) for the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA). The department is dedicated to...
Wednesday, 30 August 2023

DEFA customer service survey launched

People that have interacted with the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA) in person or online in the last 12 months are being asked for...
Friday, 25 August 2023

Great Taste Awards 2023: Eleven Manx products receive star ratings

The exceptional quality of food and drink produced on the Isle of Man has once again been recognised by experts at the annual Great Taste Awards. In total 11...
Thursday, 17 August 2023

CYBERISLE: UK Cyber Security Centre to discuss the threat from hostile states

The spill over from the war in Ukraine and its impact on the Isle of Man will be on the agenda at CYBERISLE 2023. The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre...
Tuesday, 25 July 2023