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Car production fall hits margins at GKN

Birmingham Post — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 05:31:00 GMT

Engineering giant GKN has seen its profits and trading margins hit by falling demand for vehicles in Europe and Japan – despite a nine per cent revenue rise.

Accountancy merger to create company with £400m revenues

Birmingham Post — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Two of Britain’s biggest accountancy firms – both with significant operations in Birmingham – have announced they are close to agreeing a merger.

Midland mobile catering firm wins £1.2m contract at Edgbaston Stadium

Birmingham Post — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 07:01:00 GMT

A Midland mobile catering firm has won a three-year contract at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium worth around £1.2 million.

Jobs axed as Bowen Travel collapses

Birmingham Post — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 06:40:00 GMT

Dozens of Midland drivers have been made redundant and left without wages following the sudden closure of well-known coach firm Bowens amid reported debts of £6 million.

Automotive sector firms warned over talent

Birmingham Post — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 06:45:00 GMT

As car production continues to excel despite a dip in European demand, sector experts are warning that manufacturers must seek to strengthen their competitive edge by nurturing and developing talent.

Vince Cable gives backing to Birmingham Airport campaign

Birmingham Post — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 06:25:00 GMT

The campaign to expand Birmingham Airport has gained a powerful new ally – in the shape of Business Secretary Vince Cable.

MG unveils SUV concept at Chinese motor show

Birmingham Post — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:12:00 GMT

MG Motor UK’s bid to take on Land Rover in its own back yard is a step closer to fruition after the firm unveiled its first SUV concept car at the Beijing Auto Show.

Midland-made 2012 Olympic Torch wins design award

Birmingham Post — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:10:00 GMT

The London 2012 Olympic Torch – made in the Midlands – has beaten the Duchess Of Cambridge’s wedding dress to win a major design award.

Warwick University rises in rankings

Birmingham Post — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:01:00 GMT

Warwick University has climbed two places to sixth in the latest rankings of UK seats of learning.

£300k bookings ahead of Hampton by Hilton Birmingham opening

Birmingham Post — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:00:00 GMT

Owners of the new Hampton by Hilton hotel in Birmingham have revealed £300,000 worth of bookings ahead of its opening on May 1.

Takeover of Phonebox Communications creates giant mobile dealer

Birmingham Post — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:00:00 GMT

The acquisition of a Solihull business has created the UK’s second largest independent mobile dealer.

Mary Kaye appointed Birmingham Law Society president

Birmingham Post — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:00:00 GMT

SGH Martineau, partner Mary Kaye has become the new president of Birmingham Law Society.

Record turnover for Staffordshire based JCB

Birmingham Post — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 06:30:00 GMT

Digger giant JCB has revealed the highest level of turnover in the company’s 66 year history at £2.75 billion.

Consultancy KM&T in US expansion

Birmingham Post — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:20:00 GMT

A Midland firm has announced plans to expand into North America in a move which could create up to 50 jobs.

Jobs saved after Protega Coatings sale

Birmingham Post — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:15:18 GMT

Dozens of jobs have been saved after a collapsed manufacturing firm was sold to a mystery bidder.

Midland manufacturing firms reveal £1.5m plans at MACH 2012

Birmingham Post — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:15:14 GMT

A group made up of manufacturing firms from the Midlands will unveil more than £1.5 million of new technologies at the forthcoming MACH 2012 event.

Confidence growing among Midland businesses

Birmingham Post — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 06:15:00 GMT

There are signs of business confidence returning in Midland firms, according to a new survey.