Burnley Bondholders Event

What is the Burnley Bondholders Event

The Burnley Bondholders initiative is a network of businesses and organisations across Burnley. It focuses on promoting local growth, economic development and skills training through collaboration and regular events.

Main Benefits of the Bondholders Network

• Connecting local businesses with council leaders
• Encouraging investment in Burnley
• Sharing insights and business opportunities
• Providing a collective voice for local companies

Highlights from the Event at Burnley College

The recent Burnley Bondholders Event took place at Burnley College’s University Courses Building and North Campus Industry Hub.

Key Sessions

• Breakfast and networking at the University Building
• Speech from Lukman Patel, CEO of Burnley Council
• Welcome from Neil Evans, Chair of Bondholders and MD of VEKA
• Burnley College presentation on its skills strategy
• Walking tour of the North Campus with hands-on activities

Why Vital Heating Solutions Attended

Vital Heating Solutions, with over 20 years of experience in mechanical engineering, commercial heating and renewable energy solutions, joined the Bondholders network to:

• Engage with local businesses and councils
• Support Burnley’s skills development agenda
• Strengthen relationships with educational providers such as Burnley College

Insights from Lukman Patel’s Presentation

Lukman Patel outlined several achievements and developments in Burnley, focusing on regeneration, education and business collaboration.

Town Centre Developments

• Boutique Vault Cinema and hotel rooms enhancing Burnley town centre
• Plans to restore the former Kirby Hotel
• Future tenants for key retail units in Burnley town centre

Council Achievements

• Burnley Council shortlisted for Council of the Year awards
• Recognition of the Burnley Bondholders network as a key success factor

Future Leaders Programme

• Alex Brown named National Local Authority Rising Star
• Expansion of the Future Leaders Programme with 14 new participants
• Focus on developing leadership skills and supporting community projects

Burnley College’s Skills Strategy

Neil Burrows, Director of Skills at Burnley College, shared how the college is aligning its curriculum with the UK’s industrial strategy.

Priority Sectors for Skills Development

• Advanced manufacturing
• Engineering
• Construction
• Health
• Clean energy
• Digital technology
• Defence

Burnley College is investing in facilities and programmes to support these sectors, which directly align with Vital Heating Solutions’ service areas.

The Role of Burnley College in Supporting Business Growth

Burnley College’s focus on skills development ensures:

• A pipeline of talent for local employers
• Programmes designed around real-world industry needs
• Opportunities for businesses to collaborate on curriculum design

Vital Heating Solutions benefits from this by gaining access to locally trained engineers and specialists relevant to its commercial and industrial services.

Future Leaders Programme: Connecting Business and Community

The Future Leaders Programme offers professionals from across Burnley the chance to:

• Develop leadership skills
• Participate in community projects
• Build relationships with council leaders and educational partners

For Vital Heating Solutions, this provides a platform for developing its team and contributing to local community growth.

New Bondholders Welcomed at the Event

Vital Heating Solutions was introduced as a new Bondholder member during the event, alongside other organisations including:

• Euro Energy Group
• Quarter Financial Advisors
• Think Wealth
• Fulledge Colts Football Club

How the Event Aligns with Vital Heating Solutions’ Business Goals

By attending the Burnley Bondholders Event, Vital Heating Solutions supports its broader business strategy:

• Promoting low and zero-carbon heating solutions
• Developing relationships with local councils and educational providers
• Strengthening ties within the Burnley business community

Strategic Objectives Supported

• Leading in renewable energy installations across Lancashire
• Building the next generation of skilled engineers through partnerships
• Expanding its commercial and industrial service offering

Clean Energy and Engineering: Shared Focus Areas

Burnley College’s investment in clean energy and engineering facilities mirrors the focus areas of Vital Heating Solutions.

Relevant Services Offered by Vital Heating Solutions

• Commercial plant room design and installation
• Pipe welding fabrication for industrial projects
• Renewable heat pump installation

These services align with Burnley College’s commitment to supporting clean energy and engineering growth in the region.

Community and Business Impact

By participating in the Burnley Bondholders network, Vital Heating Solutions contributes to:

• Strengthening Burnley’s local economy
• Supporting skills development and job creation
• Sharing expertise in commercial heating and renewable energy solutions

Final Summary

The Burnley Bondholders Event at Burnley College offered Vital Heating Solutions a valuable opportunity to connect with local leaders, businesses and educational institutions. Through engagement with the Bondholders network, Vital Heating Solutions continues to support Burnley’s economic growth while developing its own business profile across commercial and industrial sectors.

For more information about Burnley Bondholders, visit the Burnley Bondholders website.

To learn more about Vital Heating Solutions, visit the Vital Heating Solutions homepage.

Vital Heating Solutions looks forward to attending future Burnley Bondholders events and playing an active role in the town’s ongoing development.