Please see below, a summary of businesses that have been supported by the Accelerated Growth Programme. 

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Mountain biking destination pedals its way to success.

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"Business Wales AGP has been an important support for the company."

Increasingly, the leisure and tourism sector is becoming a key part of Wales' economy. Mountain bike adventure firm, OnePlanet Adventure has identified this and, led by its passionate founders Jim Gaffney and Ian Owen, it is finding growth and establishing itself as a go-to destination for the sport's enthusiasts in Wales. In the latest in our blog series, Jim Gaffney gives insight into OnePlanet Adventure's story, its plans for the future and advice for others...
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PF Director takes web-based solutions to accountancy and financial advice sector

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“Business Wales AGP has surrounded us with expertise which would not have otherwise been easily available”

We have been talking to the businesses we work with, finding out about the journey they have been on, their ambitions for the future and tips for future success. The latest business we look at is PF Director. PF Director was founded by Gareth Salomon. He is a chartered accountant who has been helping business owners navigate their accounting and taxation responsibilities since 2003. Gareth noticed a gap between what the average accountant does and...
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Freight firm gives insight into how AGP has helped them grow

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"FSEW has benefited from strategic visioning and business planning support from Business Wales' Accelerated Growth Programme"

Keeping the economy moving is the driving force behind the next company to feature in our blog series. FSEW is a logistics and international freight forwarding company based at Freightliner in Wentloog, Cardiff and Northampton. Currently employing approximately 80 people, the company provides transport services to clients in the UK, Europe and around the world. Here, FSEW founder Geoff Tomlinson tells his company's story and gives some tips to others venturing out on the entrepreneurial...
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How Rescape Innovation is developing technology to help patients in need of relief

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“Business Wales AGP support was provided to help Rescape to access funding and protect our intellectual property so we could trade”

In the latest in our new blog series, we talk to another business we have been working with to find out more about their journey, ambitions and top tips for business success. Rescape Innovation develops immersive technology experiences to be used in the healthcare sector – these experiences include distraction therapy, therapy, relaxation and breathing exercises. Here, commercial director Glen Hapgood shares his experiences on his business journey so far. Tell us about Rescape Innovation...
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Polymers firm sets sights on expansion into further overseas markets.

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“Business Wales AGP has helped challenge and support us on how best to position our brands and products.”

Growing a business in an already competitive market, dominated by multinationals, is the story of the next company we feature in our blog series. Bedwas-based ColourTone Masterbatch develops and produces custom colour and additive masterbatches in commodity and engineering polymers. It has just undergone an acquisition which has given it the foundation for further growth. Here, general manager of ColourTone, Simon Atteby, tells the story of the business and offers advice to others embarking on...
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Wire harness solutions start-up looks forward to growth after a whirlwind first year

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"Business Wales AGP will help scale up the business with a view of starting manufacturing and warehousing in the near future."

Our blog series talking to businesses we've helped and provided support to continues with a focus on Wrexham-based Pinnacle Harnesses. The company was founded by Phill Harry, who has more than 33 years in different roles in the fast-moving goods electronics industry – including engineering and purchasing. Phill decided to go it alone and started Pinnacle Harnesses Ltd early in 2019. Here, Phill Harry shares what he's learned as his business has evolved and found...
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Fuel delivery system manufacturer’s sector-changing design

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“Business Wales AGP helped us realise that upscaling is all about hiring the right people with the right skills, at the right time.”

Our blog series looking at the companies Business Wales AGP has helped continues, with FuelActive – a groundbreaking fuel delivery system manufacturer based in Taff’s Well. FuelActive has developed a method of fuel delivery which eradicates issues which result from contaminated diesel. The patented FuelActive unit replaces the standard pick-up pipe and only delivers the cleanest fuel in the tank. The story of FuelActive began in 1998, led by founder Mike James. Mike, an engineer...
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Graduate start-up firm with ambitions to compete with online marketplace giants.

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“Business Wales AGP has been instrumental in getting Paperclip over some growth barriers.”

Our blog takes another look at a business which we’ve provided support and expertise to in their efforts to expand and grow into new markets. Paperclip is an award-winning student marketplace provider, with more than 30 universities onboard. With a vision to ultimately challenge the likes of eBay and Gumtree, Paperclip allows students to buy, sell and swap on campus. The firm has 17 full-time staff and has headquarters in Cardiff city centre. Founder Rich...
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Fast-growing and award-winning engineering firm shares keys to growth so far

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“Business Wales AGP’s help with IT has been so valuable”

In the latest of our blog series, we talk to another business we work with, to find out more about their journey, ambitions and top tips for business success. Under the spotlight is Evabuild. Nick Evans, the company’s founder and managing director, worked as a civil engineer before establishing EvaBuild. The company, which was founded in 2011, is a specialist in civil engineering, construction and groundworks and provides professional site surveys, ground investigations as well...
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AGP in the news, as it creates its 6000th job.

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Pontypool based digital pharmacy firm PillTime creates a milestone job

The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme - offering tailored support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand, has created its 6,000th job. Read more on Commercial News Media.... Further information about PillTime. Further information on the Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme.

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