Subcon Expo Reaches £526M in Parts Trade
The Subcon Expo in Birmingham has hit £526 million in parts trade, marking a major milestone for the manufacturing supply chain event.
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Defence Firm's Wales Move to Create 250 Jobs
Marshall Land Systems plans to relocate from Cambridge to Merthyr Tydfil, creating up to 250 jobs over five years, pending consultation.
Cranswick revenues near £3bn after record £163m investment
Cranswick reports revenue of nearly £3bn, up 9.5%, with record £163m investment. Chairman warns UK must support domestic supply to avoid import reliance.
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Simba Father's Day Gifts: Slippers, Robes, Mattresses
Discover the best Simba Father's Day gifts including slippers, robes, and mattresses. Perfect for dads who love comfort and quality sleep.
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Polish Driver Jailed for £7m Cocaine in Skims Shipment
A Polish lorry driver was sentenced to 13.5 years for smuggling 90kg of cocaine worth £7m hidden in a legitimate Skims clothing delivery.
Bristol Aerospace Firm Aeralis Collapses, 30 Jobs Lost
Aeralis, a Bristol aerospace company vying to replace the RAF Red Arrows' Hawk jets, has entered administration with 30 job losses due to cashflow issues and funding delays.
Drivers Favor Petrol and Diesel Over EVs in Flat Market
The UK used car market was flat in Q1 2026, with petrol and diesel dominating despite record EV sales. SMMT data shows 2,016,232 transactions, down 0.2%.
5 Used Cars Selling for Up to £1,274 Above Estimated Value
Carwow reveals five used car models selling up to 32% above estimated value, with the Ford Fiesta ST fetching £1,062 extra. Experts advise on selling idle cars to avoid depreciation.
TT Electronics Sales Drop 4.8% After Failed Takeover Bid
TT Electronics reports a 4.8% sales decline amid market uncertainty following the collapse of a £287m takeover bid by Swiss firm Cicor Technologies.
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Solihull Council loses planning appeal over a wall on Lovelace Avenue, with taxpayers facing costs after a government inspector overturned the refusal.
West Midlands Wealthiest in Sunday Times Rich List 2026
The Sunday Times Rich List 2026 reveals the wealthiest individuals in the West Midlands, highlighting fortunes in manufacturing, property, and technology.
Mr Kipling cake tubs drive Premier Foods profit rise
Premier Foods, owner of Mr Kipling, Bisto, and Sharwood's, reports a 13% profit rise for 2025, driven by bitesize cake tubs and strong brand performance.
JLR Sales Rebound After Cyber Attack
Jaguar Land Rover reports continued sales recovery after a cyber attack forced a five-week production shutdown, with quarterly revenues up 51.4% but annual profits plummeting to £14 million.
Furniture Firm Plans Jobs Boost with Warehouse Expansion
GFW Ltd submits plans for a new warehouse at its East Lancashire site, creating eight jobs and boosting local economy after housing scheme scrapped.
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Addenbrooke's Runners Raise Record £90k at London Marathon
Team ACT from Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust raised a record £90,000 at the London Marathon, which was confirmed as the world's largest with 59,830 finishers.
Bristol Defence Firm Rowden to Create 500 Jobs After £25m Investment
Bristol-based defence tech firm Rowden has secured £25m from the National Wealth Fund to create 500 jobs by 2032, expanding facilities in Filton and supporting UK and NATO clients.
UK GDP Grows 0.6% Before Iran War Impact
UK GDP grew 0.6% in Q1 2026, driven by services and construction, but experts warn the data predates Iran war effects and future quarters may be flat.
Reds10 Group takes stake in Hull steel fabrication firm ESL
Reds10 Group has acquired a partial stake in ESL Fabrication Engineers, a Hull-based steelwork company. The deal brings steel fabrication in-house, supporting Reds10's growth strategy.
German Space Firm to Create 100 Bristol Jobs for Venus Mission
OHB SE will hire 100 staff in Bristol after securing a £20m contract for the EnVision mission to Venus, the largest ever Venus exploration project.
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Welsh Steelmaker Unveils £100m Hydrogen Furnace Plan
7 Steel's owners reveal £100m investment including a hydrogen-ready furnace, plant upgrades, and technology improvements, boosting low-carbon steel production in Cardiff.
Terry Smith Sells Unilever Stake Over McCormick Deal
Star fund manager Terry Smith exits Unilever stake worth hundreds of millions, criticizing the McCormick merger as activist-driven and abandoning shareholder focus.
Imperial Brands Warns Iran Conflict May Hit Costs, Demand
Imperial Brands warns a protracted Iran war could impact input costs and consumer demand, including duty free, but reiterates full-year guidance amid strong European demand.
Victrex cuts 10% of jobs after £44m half-year loss
Lancashire-based polymer producer Victrex is cutting 10% of its workforce after reporting a £44m pre-tax loss for the first half of 2026, driven by a £60.6m impairment on a Chinese facility.
M&S Brings 600 Jobs to West Midlands
Marks & Spencer is creating 600 jobs in the West Midlands by opening a new warehouse at Fradley Park, boosting the region's economy and logistics sector.
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Wolves Winger Fer Lopez Future Uncertain After Celta Loan
Wolves' £19m winger Fer Lopez has impressed on loan at Celta Vigo, scoring twice in 20 appearances. Celta's sporting director says they will 'get creative' to re-sign him.
£2,125 Tax Break for Specific Electric Car Owners
Owners of electric cars priced between £40,000 and £50,000 will save £2,125 over five years due to changes in luxury car tax rules.
UK to lose 163,000 jobs in Iran war fallout
The Item Club forecasts 163,000 UK job losses in 2026 due to the Iran war, with South Wales and the Humber hardest hit by energy price rises and supply disruption.
Birmingham to Lose 12,500 Jobs Due to Iran War
Birmingham faces 12,500 job losses this year due to Iran War economic fallout, with low-income areas hit hardest, according to a report.
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Black and White Engineering sees strong growth
Black and White Engineering, a Newcastle-based data centre specialist, reports a surge in turnover and profits, with significant expansion and workforce growth.
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