NEWS
KNOWLES LOGISTICS TRANSFORMS HEAD OFFICE
Third-party logistics provider Knowles Logistics has announced the successful completion of a major expansion and transformation of its head office, located near March in Cambridgeshire. Following a nine-month renovation project, led by office design and fit- out specialist Coel, the expanded HQ provides dedicated spaces and offices for the HR, IT, marketing and logistics departments. Meanwhile, a new transport check-in area includes shower facilities for HGV drivers. Walnut cladding, light tones and an Italian-inspired style were chosen for
the boardroom and MD’s office, and visitors to the site are welcomed by a new-look reception area with two- storey moss wall. The ambitious project was the brainchild of managing director Alex Knowles. “As we now have more than 650 employees, we saw this as a great opportunity to bring our management team together, create an inspiring space for our transport and central support teams, and future-proof the business,” he said.
A FRESH FACE With its employee growth, Knowles saw fit to expand its head office
COTTENHAM BUSINESS NAMED SOCIAL ENTERPRISE OF THE YEAR
A Cambridgeshire-based start-up has been named social enterprise of the year at the 2025 East of England StartUp Awards. Founded in 2023, the fast-growing Positively Parenting supports neurodivergent families to thrive, with a specialist focus on parents with ADHD. “Winning social enterprise of the year feels like a huge moment – for me, but also for every parent who’s ever felt like they were failing due to their own ADHD,” said founder
Lauren O’Carroll. “I created the company because I couldn’t find support that recognised how hard it is to parent when you’re the one who struggles with emotional regulation, executive function and overwhelm, and you’re still expected to model it for your kids.” All regional winners will now progress to the UK StartUp Awards final taking place at Ideas Fest on 11 September, along with the winners from nine other regions.
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