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A hyperscale AI data centre, weighing in at 3.3m sq ft, can now be delivered on land south of the A160 in South Killingholme.

An aquatic robot called a WasteShark, inspired by a whale shark’s open-mouthed feeding technique, and capable of scooping up 500kg of detritus per day, has been launched in Leeds. And not before time, let’s face it.

The Leeds-headquartered consultancy has signed a partnership deal with proptech firm Valos as it seeks to enhance the valuation reports it produces for clients.

Bimsense, which helps owners of high-rise buildings meet updated safety regulations, has secured a further £750,000 from NPIF Mercia Equity Finance.

Ten cities from 150 applicants remain in the race to be one of three selected for a $9m Toyota-backed programme driving innovation in urban mobility.

Chair Simon Bird said the freeport could be “the primary vehicle for the delivery of the Government’s levelling up agenda in the Humber”.

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt said the government will commit £80m as the area looks to build on its advanced manufacturing base.

Rural broadband provider Quickline Communications has opened a new training centre, stores and test laboratory, adding to its Willerby headquarters.