It’s 2025, and electric vehicles have taken over the fast lane. Globally, EVs account for around 21% of auto sales; that’s about one in five new vehicles hitting the road. In April, battery electric vehicles were capturing over 20% of the market share in the UK. This is a transformative trend that’s reshaping consumer behaviour....Read More

With World Environment Day being celebrated today, 5th June, there’s no better time to talk about sustainability. Many businesses are waking up to the reality that environmental responsibility isn’t just a nice PR move—it’s essential for long-term success. In the hospitality sector, today’s guests expect more than clean towels and a breakfast buffet—they’re looking for green credentials too....Read More

Running a business can be a constant balancing act. The classic idiom says to “work smarter, not harder.” The best way to do this is to have the latest equipment to stay competitive and efficient. But there is a hefty upfront cost to this, which is unappealing and impractical. However, many businesses are finding a...Read More

In celebration of Earth Day (April 22), let’s raise a reusable coffee cup to smarter energy use, greener buildings, and technology that works with us. Sustainability has become an integral part of how businesses operate, and increasingly, how customers, partners, and stakeholders view them. One area where organisations can make a significant impact is by...Read More

As the clocks go forward this weekend, we welcome longer and sunnier days. There is no better time for businesses to turn their attention to solar energy. Spring is the season of renewal, making it the perfect time to explore how solar panel leasing can refresh your company’s approach to energy, sustainability, and financial efficiency....Read More

When it comes to acquiring essential equipment for your business, you may be considering the options between leasing and buying outright, which can have significant financial implications. While outright purchases require substantial capital investment, leasing offers a cost-effective alternative which doesn’t just help you spread costs—it also offers significant tax advantages that can improve your...Read More

Written by Roger Martin-Fagg, Behavioural Economist. “UK SME confidence remains optimistic but there are economic challenges ahead” About Roger Martin-FaggBehavioural Economist Roger is an economist turned strategist. He began his career in the New Zealand Treasury, then moved into airline business planning and teaching postgraduates all aspects of economics. He designed and ran the postgraduate...Read More

Equipment leasing (or finance) is a banking facility that allows businesses to acquire the latest technology or assets by renting the goods over a pre-agreed term, for a pre-agreed price, usually paid monthly, quarterly or annually. As opposed to purchasing the equipment outright using a company’s capital expenditure, leasing draws upon the company’s operating expenditure....Read More

Leading technology and equipment finance providers, Lease Group, has announced the onboarding of its 1000th partner, as its channel solution sees a steady take-up of suppliers. Lease Group, a channel-only funding service for suppliers in telecoms, IT, AV and energy sectors, saw its partner-base double from 500 suppliers to 1,000 between the beginning of 2020...Read More

Many organisations in the UK are investing in electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for their premises. Providing free charging can attract employees, boost a business’s ESG values, and is an important measure ahead of the proposed 2030 ban on the sale of petrol and diesel vehicles. However, the installation of EV charging points in a...Read More