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Midland laser firm cuts it north of border
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A Midland-based laser profiling firm has revealed plans to expand its operations into Scotland after announcing record sales.
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New plants on horizon for Jaguar Land Rover
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Jaguar Land Rover could double the number of cars it produces over the next five years to more than half a million – a move which would in all likelihood lead to the creation of a new Ƶ plant - according to a leading figure in the automotive industry.
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Microcab's hydrogen-fuelled car shortlisted in design awards
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A hydrogen fuel cell vehicle which was conceived and manufactured in Coventry has been shortlisted for a international transport design award.
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Queen's Jubilee boosts sales at Emma Bridgewater
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Demand for a commemorative cup of tea has helped Midland ceramics company Emma Bridgewater reach record sales.
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Tamworth chair sells business Nautic Steels to Malaysian firm
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The chairman of Tamworth FC has sold his engineering business to a Malaysian-based corporation.
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Car giant takes wraps off £300k Jaguar XJ Ultimate
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Midland car giant Jaguar has taken the wraps off its new Jaguar XJ Ultimate for its public viewing debut in Hong Kong, where it will sell for almost £330,000.
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Chinese owners plan more investment into MG Motor Ƶ at Longbridge
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Chinese-owned MG Motor Ƶ has benefited from £450 million worth of investment to steer Longbridge back on the road to success – and more funds are on the way.
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Aero Engine Controls to create new £60 million headquarters
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Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (MBC) has granted planning consent for Aero Engine Controls’ (AEC) new advanced manufacturing and technology facility at Birmingham Business Park, Solihull - opening the way for AEC to invest £60 million in their new headquarters.
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Manufacturers 'failed by the coalition'
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Most manufacturers do not believe the Government's policies are helping them, with many accusing the coalition of lack of support, according to a new study.
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Foundry group Chamberlin grows sales as exports rise
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Rising export sales have helped engineering group Chamberlin to report a 14 per cent rise in annual revenues.
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Majority of West Midlands manufacturers report rise in sales
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West Midlands small and medium sized manufacturers are optimistic for growth after reporting a rise in turnover in the last six months, according to an industry survey.
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Midland engineering firm Titan Europe's Italian plant damaged by earthquake
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A Midland engineering group has been hit by the powerful earthquake that left thousands of people homeless in Italy.
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Book celebrates history of Walsall's JA Crabtree
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ONE bright idea almost a century ago spawned Walsall’s largest private sector employer.
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Sales and margins drop at Alstom as orders rise
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Engineering firm Alstom has revealed a five per cent fall in sales – but has seen orders jump by 14 per cent.
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Book celebrates history of Walsall's JA Crabtree
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A new book, The Crabtree Story, is being published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s visit to Walsall's biggest manufacturer – the first visit of a monarch to the town.
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West Midlands suppliers boosted by £125m Ellesmere Port investment
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Suppliers in the West Midlands have been boosted by news of a £125 million investment in Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port car plant, creating thousands of new jobs.
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JCB strikes record deal with Brazilian government
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Digger giant JCB has won one of the biggest single tenders in its history with an order for more than 1,000 machines worth over £60 million for the Brazilian government.
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New product helps KPM Marine to grow revenue
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A Birmingham-based manufacturer has seen its turnover grow and has secured significant new contracts after launching an innovative new marine product.
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Investment helps Bruderer Ƶ to punch above its weight
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Investing in new machinery has helped punching specialist Bruderer Ƶ break the £4 million turnover barrier.
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Supercar firm sets up showroom in Birmingham city centre
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The supercar market in the region shows no signs of slowing according to an entrepreneur who has opened a “one stop shop” in the heart of Birmingham selling the kind of cars most people can only dream of owning.
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Tyseley firm Bullfinch goes to great heights for 2012 Olympic torch
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A Midland engineering firm has gone to great lengths – and heights – to ensure the flame doesn’t go out on Olympic celebrations.
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Expansion at Heinrich Georg
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A Black Country engineering company has expanded despite the tough economy after benefitting from diversifying into new sectors.
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Silverware firm wins deal with Hotel La Tour
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A Birmingham manufacturer that has supplied silverware for top hotels like The Ritz and The Dorchester has won a contract at the city’s new Hotel La Tour.
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Century-old Birmingham manufacturer Valor Fires closes
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Birmingham gas and electric fire maker Valor Fires is closing after over 120 years – ending a Midland manufacturing story dating back to the Victorian era.
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