EDINBURGH, UK, July 1, 2026 – Employee-owned structural and civil engineering consultancy Narro has confirmed a planned change in leadership, with Robbie Templeton taking over as Managing Director from Ben Adam. The transition forms part of the company’s long-term succession strategy as it enters its next phase of growth.

The carefully planned appointment represents an important step for the business as it builds on more than 40 years of success. Robbie Templeton will now lead the consultancy, bringing fresh ideas and continued momentum, while Ben Adam will remain on the Board of Directors, helping shape the company’s strategic direction and providing continuity. As an employee-owned organisation, developing future leaders has always been a key part of Narro’s long-term approach.

Since being founded in Edinburgh by David Narro, the practice has grown from a small engineering consultancy into a 100-strong business with seven offices across the UK. Employee-owned since 2014, Narro has built a strong reputation for delivering structural and civil engineering expertise across a broad range of sectors, including conservation, culture, education, infrastructure, residential, commercial and industrial developments.

Ben Adam joined Narro as a graduate engineer in 1998 and has spent almost 30 years with the practice. After becoming Managing Director in 2017, he oversaw continued business growth, geographical expansion, the strengthening of its employee ownership culture and the successful delivery of a number of landmark projects across the UK. His specialist knowledge of conservation engineering and sustainable design has contributed to significant schemes including the Glasgow School of Art, the National Museum of Scotland and the Burrell Collection.

Commenting on the transition, Ben Adam said: “It has been a tremendous privilege to lead Narro and to work alongside all the talented colleagues throughout my career. What makes Narro special is our people and the culture we have built together. As an employee-owned business, something I’ve been incredibly passionate about, our success has always been driven by collective commitment, collaboration and a shared passion for engineering excellence.

“Robbie has played a key role in Narro’s development over many years and is an outstanding leader. He understands our values, our clients and our ambitions for the future. I am delighted to be handing over to someone with the experience, energy and vision to lead the business into its next chapter.”

Robbie Templeton also began his career at Narro as a graduate engineer in 2006 and has progressed through the organisation over the past two decades, becoming a Board Director in 2023. A Chartered Engineer with extensive experience in both new-build and conservation projects, he has led teams on numerous high-profile developments and played an important role in expanding Narro’s Aberdeen office and wider presence across northern Scotland.

Robbie Templeton said: “Narro has given me incredible opportunities throughout my career, and I am honoured to be taking on the role of Managing Director. Ben, and David before him, has provided exceptional leadership and leaves a business that is strong, ambitious and well positioned for the future.

“Our employee-owned model creates a unique culture where people genuinely care about the success of the business and the quality of work we deliver. We have a fantastic team, an exceptional client base and exciting opportunities ahead. I look forward to building on the strong foundations already in place, while continuing to innovate, invest in our people and support the sustainable growth of the practice.”

As Narro marks its 40th anniversary, the leadership change highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to developing talent from within while providing continuity for clients, employees and partners. The consultancy remains focused on delivering creative, technically excellent and sustainable engineering solutions as it continues to grow its presence across the UK.

For more information about Narro and its services, please visit www.narroassociates.com.

CV Hubs & Bearings has unveiled two new initiatives aimed at making replacement wheel hubs more affordable and convenient for commercial vehicle operators across the UK. Customers can now order new wheel hubs and hub kits without paying an upfront surcharge, while a new rebate programme rewards eligible core returns with credits worth up to £50.

The company has ended the long-standing requirement for customers to pay surcharge deposits when purchasing replacement wheel hubs. Previously, buyers were required to pay an additional amount that was refunded once an old unit had been returned. Eliminating this process reduces administration, improves cash flow and creates a faster purchasing experience for workshops and fleet operators.

Alongside this change, CV Hubs has launched a rebate programme covering selected Volvo, Renault and DAF wheel hubs. Customers who return qualifying used hubs can receive account credits of up to £50 following inspection.

Returning eligible hubs has been designed to be straightforward. Customers simply attach the supplied return tag, palletise the unit and arrange collection through the CV Hubs team. Approved returns are then credited directly to their account.

To support customers, detailed inspection guidance has been published outlining acceptable return conditions. Hubs showing everyday wear, dirt, corrosion or worn ABS rings are generally accepted provided there is no structural damage to the casting.

Simon Blair, Director at CV Hubs & Bearings, commented: “We’ve listened to our customers and this change is a direct response to their feedback. Surcharges have been an industry norm for a long time, but they add friction to what should be a straightforward transaction. By removing that upfront requirement entirely, we’re making it simpler and faster for workshops and fleet operators to get the wheel hubs they need. And with our new core rebate programme, customers can still benefit financially from returning serviceable hubs. It’s a better deal all round.”

These changes provide customers with a more efficient buying process while maintaining the opportunity to receive value from qualifying returned wheel hubs.

CV Hubs supplies wheel hubs, hub kits and associated parts for DAF, Volvo, Renault, Mercedes, Scania, MAN and Iveco vehicles, supported by next day UK delivery.

For further information on eligible products, the core rebate criteria, or to place an order, contact the CV Hubs team:

Telephone: 0161 370 3344
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.cvhubs.co.uk/

Core rebate eligibility is subject to product qualification and inspection. Account credit is only issued following successful inspection of the returned core. Programme terms may be updated without notice.

NORWICH, UK. June 26, 2026 – Growing numbers of UK small businesses are finding themselves unable to access essential digital assets such as websites, domain names and online advertising accounts after working with marketing agencies, according to performance marketing agency Bons & Frazer. The company says it has seen a rising number of cases where businesses discover they do not legally control the digital infrastructure their companies depend on.

Bons & Frazer, established earlier this year by Jamie Frazer and Jake Bonham, says the issue became apparent almost immediately after opening its doors. One recent case involved a Norfolk cleaning company that contacted the agency after its previous marketing provider allegedly refused to hand over the company’s website and Google Ads account unless a release fee was paid.

“They were told they had to pay to get their own website and ad accounts back,” said co-founder Jake Bonham. “That’s not a contractual dispute. That’s holding a business to ransom.”

Acting on behalf of the client, Bons & Frazer contacted the previous agency and, following several exchanges, secured the release of the website and advertising accounts without any payment being made. The business regained full access to its campaign history, conversion data and website.

According to Frazer and Bonham, similar situations have been raised by numerous prospective clients across a range of industries. They say they regularly encounter businesses whose domains and hosting are registered in an agency’s name, Google Ads accounts owned by the agency instead of the client, or websites hosted on platforms the business cannot independently access.

The result is that when a company wants to change marketing providers or manage its own digital presence, it can lose access to valuable advertising history, website content or even its own domain name.

Jake Bonham said: “We’ve heard this same story repeatedly in a very short period of time, and what’s worrying is that it appears to be becoming more common. Many of these businesses assumed they owned the digital assets that support their operations, only to discover they didn’t.”

The founders also say they frequently hear complaints about poor transparency. Many businesses pay ongoing monthly retainers but receive little insight into how their campaigns are managed. Instead, they are sent reports filled with technical metrics while their day-to-day contact changes as account managers move between clients.

“Clients sign up and then don’t hear from the person they signed up with again,” said Jamie Frazer. “They get passed around the office, receive a report they don’t understand, and by the time they realise it isn’t working, they’re tied into a contract they can’t exit.”

To avoid these issues, Bons & Frazer says every client retains ownership of all key digital assets from the beginning of the relationship. Domains, website hosting, Google Ads accounts, Meta Business accounts and analytics platforms are all registered in the client’s name, with the agency operating solely through management access.

“If a client wants to leave tomorrow, everything they have built is theirs to take,” said Jamie Frazer. “Their campaign history, their data and their website all remain under their ownership. That’s how we believe it should be.”

The agency works on a fixed monthly fee starting from £995 and does not require long-term contracts. Clients remain on a rolling monthly agreement, while all work is handled directly by Frazer and Bonham without account managers, outsourcing or internal handovers.

Declan McCahill, Managing Director of AGD Surrey Ltd, has worked with Bons & Frazer since its early months.

“Jake and Jamie have been a breath of fresh air from day one,” said Declan McCahill.

“Communication has been excellent throughout and they made everything easy to understand and implement. Our business continues to grow month after month, with a steady stream of quality enquiries coming in. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Bons & Frazer to any business looking to grow through effective digital marketing.”

PETERBOROUGH, UK. June 26, 2026 – Luxury travel specialist Helen Bettles is getting ready to unveil her new online boutique travel consultancy, offering customised travel planning backed by more than three decades of worldwide professional knowledge and personal travel experience.

Search The World With Helen will officially launch on July 1, providing personalised travel planning for clients seeking everything from UK escapes and international holidays to luxury rail adventures and exclusive yacht experiences.

Bettles says the consultancy has been created to meet increasing demand for highly personalised travel planning, with more travellers looking for expert advice and carefully tailored itineraries instead of standard holiday packages.

The business is built around Bettles’ extensive international background, having lived and worked in several countries throughout the past 30 years.

Her career has included real estate in Florida, extended periods living in China and the Caribbean, as well as contributing to the design of a private yacht in Taiwan. She says these experiences, combined with extensive global travel, have given her valuable insight into luxury destinations and premium travel planning.

According to Bettles, the consultancy has been designed to offer clients a more personal and adaptable alternative to traditional travel agencies.

“I am here to create travel experiences based entirely around each client’s individual goals,” she said. “Clients can arrange consultations directly with me or get in touch online using whichever method suits them best.

“This project has taken almost a year to develop because I wanted every aspect of the service to reflect the level of personal attention today’s luxury travellers expect.”

The consultancy will operate primarily online, allowing clients to connect through video consultations, digital appointments and social media.

Search The World With Helen aims to combine practical travel planning with destination knowledge gained through first-hand international experience.

Services will include luxury city breaks, countryside retreats, long-haul holidays and specialist travel options such as yacht charters and luxury rail journeys, including the Orient Express.

Bettles believes interest in bespoke luxury travel has continued to grow as travellers increasingly prioritise flexibility, expert guidance and customised itineraries.

Industry analysts have observed that premium travellers are placing greater value on personalised planning, direct communication and carefully curated travel experiences.

Bettles said developing lasting client relationships will be central to the business.

“I love helping people discover the world in ways that are personal and memorable,” she said. “Having travelled extensively myself, I understand how important it is for every journey to match each client’s interests, comfort and expectations.”

The company’s website, www.searchtheworldwithhelen.com, is scheduled to launch on July 1, with consultations and enquiries opening immediately.

Alongside the website, the consultancy will maintain active Instagram and Facebook channels to engage with clients and share travel inspiration.

Looking ahead, Bettles says the long-term vision is to build a respected boutique travel consultancy recognised for personalised service, international expertise and strong client relationships.