Jan
2006
Articles from 12th Jan 2006
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Technology firms join forces at exhibition
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Six North-East companies are aiming to educate the rest of the UK about their products and services at a major trade show this week. Read
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TSG contracts keep Executel on target for £6m turnover
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Communications specialist Executel has extended its reach outside the region with two contracts for IT services provider, Technology Services Group (TSG). Read
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Herb Kim column
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
So, as i mentioned last week, it's happy 40th birthday to internet technology this year and well done to Apple in 2005, but what is going to be big in 2006? Read
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Malting barley internet `summit'
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Farmers will be able to log on to this year's HGCA Malting Barley e-conference on Monday, January 16 and Tuesday, January 17. Read
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Marts
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
St Boswells Read
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BPEX campaign pushes healthy pork option
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
An advertising campaign promoting 96% fat free pork as the healthy option is being run by the British Pig Executive (BPEX) in a series of magazines over the next couple of months. Read
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EU move threat to chicken farmers
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Some chicken farmers could be put out of business by proposed EU production improvements, a new report warned yesterday. And customers also face paying more for chicken in the supermarkets. Read
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Tariffs threat to British retailers
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Leading British retailers have conceded that a threat by the European Union to slap punitive duties on leather shoes and plastic bags imported from China is "unstoppable". Read
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Northern happy to feel the chill again
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
One of the best performances in the regional portfolio was recorded by Northern Foods, following a positive comment by one investment house. Read
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Stock watch
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
The ftse 100 closed up 42.7 points at 5731.5 yesterday reversing Tuesday's losses. Read
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Upbeat reports cheer retailers
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Retailers showed yesterday they had weathered the consumer spending slowdown with relatively upbeat revenue statements. Read
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BP still feels the buffeting from hurricanes Katrina and Wilma
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Hurricane damage continued to put a dent in the operations of BP as the oil company revealed that production had fallen for the second quarter in a row. Read
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Body Shop couple see £20m wiped off their shares
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Body Shop shares owned by Anita and Gordon Roddick dropped £20m in value yesterday after the business they founded 30 years ago suffered a poor Christmas. Read
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After bra wars, is it shoe and bag wars?
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Leading British retailers have conceded that a threat by the European Union to slap punitive duties on leather shoes and plastic bags imported from China was "unstoppable". Read
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Lords make changes to sick leave holiday entitlement
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
The conflict between employees' legitimate long-term sick issues and the needs of any business has always been sensitive enough without conflict over how the relationship should continue during absence. Read
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Employers must treat Civil Partners fairly
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
North-East businesses are urged to not fall foul of the new Civil Partnership laws. Read
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Thompson writes the company sales bible
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
A legal title, widely regarded as the lawyer's bible for buying and selling companies, has just hit the shelves - written by a North-East lawyer. Read
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Competition rules are passing on problems
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Traditionally in the UK, if you thought one of your competitors was breaching competition law, your "remedy" lay in quietly snitching to the Office of Fair Trading and letting them do their worst; hopefully by way of vigorous enforcement action and a substantial financial penalty. That'll teach them. Read
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Time to review training needs?
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Businesses might feel they're running efficiently but regularly reviewing management development needs and current training programmes will help ensure you remain competitive. Below, Business Link highlights ten questions you could ask yourself about improving productivity through efficient director development. Read
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Case study: How management training helped improve our services
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
The Director Development Programme offered us the mechanism with which to progress the company and keep ahead of the competition. Read
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Who can help you get the most from management training?
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Businesses often rely on external training providers to conduct development programmes for their management. Read
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Need management training answers quickly?
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
How often do you find yourself looking for information to help in the development of your business and improve your management skills? The right information at the right time can make all the difference to your profitability and competitiveness. Read
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In the Hot Seat: Les Peacock
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Les Peacock, one of a number of Business Link advisors supporting North East companies as they develop and grow, regularly works with businesses looking to develop and stengthen their management team. Les, who is based in Tees Valley and is one of a team of advisors specialising in director development is a valuable resource for companies wanting to review and improve efficiency. Les looks at some frequently asked questions around the key issues of implementing management training programmes. Read
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Is your business getting the most from you?
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
The roles and responsibilities of running a business can often leave key managers with little time to think about themselves and the areas in which they could benefit from additional knowledge and training. Yet their skills are crucial to ensuring their company's success and maintaining its competitive advantage. Read
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Green fuel garages launched in region
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
A "green route" of environmentally-friendly petrol stations is rapidly taking shape across the region. Read
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Sintons six new partners
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Fast growing law firm Sintons is to appoint six new partners next month to keep up with a rapid expansion in workload. Read
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Rumour denied
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Norwich union owner Aviva has denied speculation it has tabled a takeover bid for an American rival. Read
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Airport invests in new look to meet passengers' expectations
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Durham Tees Valley Airport has revealed a 13% leap in passenger numbers for 2005 and unveiled plans to revamp the frontage of the terminal. Read
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Executives prepare to fall under a spell
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Cast your mind back and it's relatively easy to remember life without computer spell checks and predictive text messaging. Read
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TV's space oddity gives graphics company a boost
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
A computer graphics company is in line for more TV work after winning the lead role to produce computer generated effects for a new BBC comedy. Read
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Peter Jackson column
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
My pension will provide for me very well in my old age - just as long as I don't buy anything. Read
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Long relationship pays off for Angel
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Medical research company Angel Biotechnology Holdings has clinched its first major new contract since floating on the Alternative Investment Market. Read
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St James's Park tops the party league
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
While it may not be quite at the top of the table on the pitch, Newcastle United has been rated as one of the best in the country off it. Read
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Heater group warms to idea of an AIM float
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
A technology company which makes flexible heaters for industry is considering an AIM floatation in a move that could value it at up to £20m. Read
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Time to relax in Skelton
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Situated in the heart of rural Skelton is a stunning development of detached family homes and townhouses sure to appeal to buyers looking for a more relaxed way of life in a typical village setting. Read
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Rental choice
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
With the Met Office predicting one of the coldest winters in a decade, North-east insurance brokers Elliott Garden have come up with a checklist to ensure Teesside landlords are protected against the worst the elements may have to offer. Read
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City news
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Retailers were in the spotlight today as the City digested a raft of Christmas trading updates. Read
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Intermedia set to double staff
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
An internet company is looking to double its staff after a surge in work. Read
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Openreach has vital role in BT network
Jan 12 2006 | Archive
Bt is rebranding its installation and maintenance service division as Openreach. Read
