Greencore faces CMA probe over Bristol acquisition
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority launches investigation into Greencore's purchase of cake decoration manufacturer, raising competition concerns in food manufacturing sector.
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Qatar Airways CEO warns of aviation industry crisis
Exclusive: Qatar Airways chief Akbar Al Baker reveals major industry concerns over aircraft delivery delays and manufacturing quality issues affecting global carriers including Cathay Pacific and Emirates.
Boeing Faces New Criminal Charges Over 737 Max Crashes
Boeing confronts new criminal allegations from US Justice Department regarding 737 Max fatal crashes, potentially extending probation and intensifying legal scrutiny.
JLR Fuels UK Manufacturing Boom - PMI Hits 18-Month High
Britain's automotive sector shows strongest growth since May 2024 as Jaguar Land Rover expansion and improved supply chains drive manufacturing revival. Exclusive analysis of the latest PMI data reveals surprising economic resilience.
Princes tuna firm considers London stock market float
Major UK tinned food producer Princes, owner of popular tuna brands, announces plans for potential London IPO that could value the business at hundreds of millions and reshape the grocery sector.
News Corp's campaign for Australian manufacturing revival
Rupert Murdoch's media empire launches ambitious campaign urging Australia to revive domestic manufacturing, with major advertisers already signed up. Critics question corporate influence on national policy.
Puma Slashes Hundreds of Jobs Amid Economic Pressures
Sportswear giant Puma announces significant workforce reduction of hundreds of positions globally as company faces challenging market conditions and potential EU tariffs on Chinese imports.
Boeing 777X deliveries delayed until 2027
Boeing confirms further setbacks for its troubled 777X aircraft, with deliveries now pushed to 2027 amid certification hurdles and manufacturing challenges.
Aston Martin profits accelerate despite US tariff pressure
British luxury carmaker Aston Martin Lagonda reports strong profit growth and sales surge, navigating challenging US tariffs while maintaining its premium positioning.
Greencore Faces CMA Probe Over £15m Merger Deal
The Competition and Markets Authority launches investigation into Greencore's acquisition of bakery firm, raising concerns about reduced competition in UK food manufacturing sector.
Tennessee Plant Explosion: Multiple Casualties
Authorities are investigating a devastating industrial explosion at a Tennessee manufacturing facility that has left multiple people injured and sparked a major emergency response.
Jaguar Land Rover drives UK manufacturing surge
Britain's manufacturing sector experiences strongest growth since May 2022, driven by Jaguar Land Rover's production boost and rising business optimism despite ongoing cost pressures.
JLR cyber attack costs UK economy £1.9bn
A devastating ransomware attack on Jaguar Land Rover has inflicted a £1.9bn blow to the UK economy, making it Britain's costliest ever cyber incident with severe supply chain repercussions.
Climate crisis transforms your chocolate forever
Extreme weather devastates cocoa crops, sending prices soaring and forcing manufacturers to use cheaper alternatives in your chocolate bars.
Union Chief Demands Rescue Plan for UK Manufacturing
Unite union leader Alan Jones issues stark warning as Britain's manufacturing sector faces catastrophic decline, calling for immediate intervention to save vital industries and skilled jobs.
Deadly Tennessee Plant Explosion: Multiple Fatalities
A massive explosion at a manufacturing facility in Bucksnort, Tennessee has left multiple people dead and several others critically injured in what authorities are calling a major industrial disaster.
Ford production halted as aluminium costs skyrocket
Major production disruption hits Ford's UK operations as aluminium supplier Novelis implements dramatic price hikes, threatening vehicle output and consumer prices.
Asahi buys Britvic in £3.2bn beverage mega-deal
In a landmark move shaking up Britain's beverage industry, Japanese brewing titan Asahi has sealed a £3.2 billion acquisition of British soft drink manufacturer Britvic, creating a formidable drinks conglomerate.
Aston Martin's £72m Loss as Trump Tariffs Bite
Aston Martin faces financial turmoil as Trump's aggressive US tariffs devastate profits, while Jaguar Land Rover battles major cyber attack in double blow to UK automotive industry.
Police raid uncovers alleged drug lab in Melbourne suburb
Exclusive: Victorian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated alleged drug manufacturing operation in a quiet Melbourne suburb, with police making multiple arrests and seizing substantial quantities of chemicals and equipment.
Polestar 3 Cancelled: Volvo Scraps Electric SUV
Volvo pulls plug on Polestar 3 production just months before launch, cancelling UK factory plans in dramatic electric vehicle strategy overhaul.
Buffett's £8.5bn Occidental Petroleum Deal Shakes Markets
Investment legend Warren Buffett makes strategic £8.5 billion acquisition of Occidental Petroleum's chemical division, signalling confidence in energy sector despite market volatility.
Starmer builds defence alliance with Denmark
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer strengthens UK's global security stance through strategic partnership with Danish PM Mette Frederiksen, focusing on NATO cooperation and defence manufacturing.
JLR suppliers asked to risk homes after cyber attack
British automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover has asked smaller suppliers to use their family homes as collateral for emergency loans following a crippling ransomware attack that paralysed production.
Jaguar Land Rover production cuts hit UK manufacturing
Britain's automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover has dramatically cut production, contributing to the UK's manufacturing sector contraction and raising concerns about economic growth ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Scottish Glass Factory Court Closure Over Pollution
OI Glass's Alloa plant under legal scrutiny as environmental authorities take action against repeated pollution breaches threatening local community.
UK Economy Shows Zero Growth in April as Sectors Struggle
Britain's economic growth ground to a halt in April with zero growth, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming budget announcement as construction and manufacturing sectors struggle.
Dyson profits plummet 50% in challenging year
British tech giant Dyson faces a challenging year with profits nearly halving to £447m, as founder Sir James Dyson warns of 'difficult global conditions' impacting the premium appliance market.
The Fall of Wedgwood: How a British Icon Crashed
An investigation into the dramatic decline of Wedgwood, the iconic British pottery brand that once graced every middle-class home. Discover the business missteps and changing tastes that led to its downfall.
Cyber attack forces Jaguar Land Rover to pause production
Jaguar Land Rover has been forced to suspend production at its UK factories for a week in October following a significant cyber attack on a key parts supplier, causing major disruption.
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