May
2012
Articles from 30th May 2012
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Teessider moves from catering to biofuels
May 30 2012 | Business News
TEESSIDER Billy Myers wasn’t stumped for long when he found himself out of work. Read
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Teesport terminal wins a Robert Stephenson Award
May 30 2012 | Business News
PD Ports’ container terminal at Middlesbrough has won a major award. Read
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Group puts stake in Newcastle Airport up for sale
May 30 2012 | Business News
THE Danish group that owns 49% of Newcastle International Airport is to auction off its stake - though the majority will remain in public ownership. Read
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North-South divide still evident claims new SMEs study
May 30 2012 | Business News
MORE than 80% of Newcastle SMEs believe there is still a North-South divide and geographical barriers in business, according to a new study. Read
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North East NHS organisation seeking apprentices
May 30 2012 | Business News
AN NHS organisation that provides a vital transport lifeline for people across the North East is driving forward with plans to create new opportunities for apprentices. Read
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Profits up for Brewin Dolphin despite continuing turmoil
May 30 2012 | Business News
INVESTMENT manager Brewin Dolphin has managed to increase profits despite the continuing turmoil in stock markets across Europe. Read
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Land deal 'integral part' of Port of Tyne's growth plans
May 30 2012 | Business News
THE Port of Tyne has bought 10 acres of land from the administrators of failed shipyard McNulty Offshore as it grows its business in the renewable energy sector. Read
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Banknote printer De La Rue in profits and revenue rise
May 30 2012 | Business News
BANKNOTE printer De La Rue has revealed a 73% rise in profits as it ploughs tens of millions of pounds into its North East factory. Read
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Birtley based Komatsu send four workers to Japan
May 30 2012 | Business News
EXCAVATOR manufacturers, Komatsu UK, are sending four of their best North East workers to the firm’s very own technology Olympics in Japan. Read
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Shareholders back Thomas Cook's plans
May 30 2012 | Business News
THOMAS Cook's turnaround plans received a significant boost yesterday as shareholders overwhelmingly voted for two key disposals, without which the holiday giant warned it could collapse. Read
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Record fine for funds chief Alberto Micalizzi
May 30 2012 | Business News
A HEDGE fund boss accused of covering up losses of £250m is facing a record £3m fine from the City watchdog. Read
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Jaguar roars to record profit thanks to China
May 30 2012 | Business News
BOOMING demand from China has helped drive a record £1.5bn profit at resurgent luxury car maker Jaguar Land Rover. Read
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North Tyneside pupils count on volunteers for maths help
May 30 2012 | Business News
AN innovative new scheme is being launched to help North Tyneside youngsters improve their maths skills. Read
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Tyneside move for Scottish solicitors Simpson and Marwick
May 30 2012 | Business News
LEADING Scottish solicitors Simpson and Marwick have taken up residence in the centre of Newcastle as part of their ongoing plans for growth. Read
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Start-ups an added extra for Thinking Digital conference
May 30 2012 | Business News
THE North East's biggest ideas conference begins at the Sage today, but visitors had the chance to learn a little something extra in the run-up. Read
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UK retail recruitment is highest for a decade
May 30 2012 | Business News
RETAILERS took on more staff for the first time in nearly a decade in May as stores geared up for an anticipated sales boost this summer. Read
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Partners sought for £300m Northumberland wind project
May 30 2012 | Business News
LARGE energy firms are being called upon to collaborate on a pioneering £300m research and development project for the offshore wind industry which would see 15 giant turbines built in the sea off Northumberland. Read
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Express Engineering investing £1m in Brazilian venture
May 30 2012 | Business News
A GROWING manufacturing company has just launched a £1m expansion of its South American joint venture which makes pipes for the oil industry. Read
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Go North East bus depot build will create 170 jobs
May 30 2012 | Business News
CONSTRUCTION on a new £7.7m bus depot in Gateshead is set to begin this summer with the potential to create 170 building jobs on site. Read
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NECC broadband event to be held in Ashington
May 30 2012 | Business News
NECC has teamed up with BT to ensure businesses in South East Northumberland are aware of the benefits of superfast broadband. Read
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North East holiday park industry welcomes caravan tax u-turn
May 30 2012 | Business News
THE holiday park industry in the North East has welcomed the Government's climbdown over the controversial caravan tax which would have had major implications for the tourism industry and associated employment. Read
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Charity trek to raise funds for Newcastle hospital
May 30 2012 | Business News
AN ESTATE agency has helped a determined walker raise essential funds for life-saving equipment after hearing about the plight of a young boy. Read
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Willmott Dixon digs in to create allotment pathways
May 30 2012 | Business News
CONSTRUCTION company Willmott Dixon dug deep to help a local charity regenerate a community allotment. Read
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Bank of England agent briefs NECC members
May 30 2012 | Business News
LEADING members of the North East Chamber of Commerce were joined by the Bank of England to discuss the latest economic events, including the decision to hold interest rates, at a recent meeting. Read
