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What is ETIAS, and how does it work for UK citizens?

News Desk 2 12/02/2025 0

System comes into force this year British citizens must apply for an ETIAS in the coming years before entering several European Union (EU) countries. But what exactly is ETIAS, and how does it work? Here is everything you need to know about this new travel requirement. What is ETIAS? ETIAS

Business Defence & Security

First British-Made Boxer armoured vehicle debuts

News Desk 2 02/02/2025 0

At International Armoured Vehicles Conference January 21, 2025, marked a historic moment for UK defence. The first British-made Boxer armoured vehicle was unveiled at the International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference. UK Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry Maria Eagle was honoured to present the car. This signals a significant step in the UK’s return to […]

Appointments Business

Mark Irwin is to retire as Group Chief Executive of Serco

News Desk 2 18/01/2025 0

Anthony Kirby appointed replacement Serco has announced that Mark Irwin, the company’s Group Chief Executive, will retire on February 28, 2025, after 12 years of service. During the transition period, he will continue to support the company as a strategic adviser. Anthony Kirby, who currently serves as CEO of Serco’s UK & Europe division, will […]

Automotive Business

Rolls-Royce to invest £300m in Goodwood production plant

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

2024 was a record year for the marque Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced a landmark investment of more than £300 million to expand its manufacturing facility at Goodwood. This marks the latest step in its ongoing commitment to delivering the most complex, personal, and valuable luxury automobiles. The significant investment reflects the company’s continued growth

Travel

About 1 million UK residents are yet to secure their eVisa

News Desk 2 27/12/2024 0

As December 31, 2024 deadline nears As the deadline for UK eVisa applications approaches, approximately one million people in the UK have yet to secure their digital visas, which are essential for proving their right to live and work there. With less than a week left until the December 31, 2024, cut-off, concerns are mounting […]

Aviation Travel

Heathrow Airport unveils £2.3bn investment plan

Arnold Pinto 21/12/2024 0

In boost to the UK economy Heathrow Airport – the most connected airport in the world – has unveiled a significant £2.3 billion investment plan to upgrade the UK’s only hub airport over the next two years. This marks the most significant private sector capital investment in UK transport infrastructure, representing a £244 million increase […]

Automotive Business

Jaguar Land Rover reports resilient Q2 FY25 performance

Arnold Pinto 14/11/2024 0

With 25% increase in H1 profits Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has registered a resilient performance for the second quarter (Q2) of FY25, marking its eighth consecutive profitable quarter despite temporary production challenges due to aluminium supply shortages. The British company reported revenue of £6.5 billion for the quarter, a 6% decline compared to Q2 FY24. […]

NEWS DESK

ENOC Group Emergency Response Centre members undergo specialised fire training in UK

News Desk 1 08/11/2024 0

ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, has emerged as a leader in HAZMAT and Fire Risk assessment capabilities, following their Emergency Response Centre member’s completion of specialised training from International Fire Training Centre in UK. The success of this training programme underscores ENOC Group’s dedication to meeting and exceeding global

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Founder of UK’s Black Brick set to visit Dubai and Riyadh

News Desk 1 05/11/2024 0

Camilla Dell, Managing Partner and Founder of Black Brick, a premier buying agency specializing in London real estate, is gearing up for a notable visit to Dubai and Riyadh in November. This strategic trip aims to connect with Middle Eastern investors and shed light on the enduring appeal of London’s property market, even amid shifting […]

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Lubrizol Expands Collaboration with Oil Store to Grow Finished Fluids Business

News Desk 1 01/11/2024 0

The Lubrizol Corporation has named Oil Store as Channel Partner for our refrigeration, including industrial applications, and heat transfer fluid product brands in the U.K., Europe, Middle East and North Africa, expanding upon an already successful channel partner relationship in the U.K. Lubrizol offers a variety of premium fluid engineering brands, including CPI®

Corporate UAE

Colm McLoughlin, 81, former chief of Dubai Duty Free, passes away

News Desk 2 31/10/2024 0

Icon of the travel retail industry Colm McLoughlin, the former Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Duty Free (DDF), passed away in the UK on October 30, 2024, at the age of 81. McLoughlin, a pivotal figure in the retail sector, was instrumental in establishing DDF as one of the world’s leading airport retailers. Born […]

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Yusen Logistics Powers State-Of-The-Art UK Distribution Centre with Manhattan Active® Warehouse Management

News Desk 1 15/10/2024 0

Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) today announced that Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd, one of the largest global supply chain logistics companies, has selected Manhattan Active® Warehouse Management to be implemented at its new, state-of-the-art distribution centre in the UK. The opening of the Northampton facility, expected to take place in

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Park Hyatt Debuts in London

News Desk 1 14/10/2024 0

Hyatt has announced the opening of Park Hyatt London River Thames, marking the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in the United Kingdom. Located in an exclusive riverside location in the fast-transforming South West London district of Nine Elms, the property boasts unparalleled views of London’s skyline, combining residential charm with sophistication in complete harmony. […]

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SES and Sky Extend Long-Standing Partnership in UK and Ireland

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

SES announced today that it has extended its long-standing partnership with Sky through a multi-year contract renewal for satellite capacity and back-up services from SES’s prime video neighbourhood of 28.2/28.5 degrees East. This renewal builds on the companies’ previous agreements. Under the agreement, SES will continue providing capacity to enable Sky to

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DISCOVER THE 5 TOP REASONS TO VISIT BICESTER VILLAGE

News Desk 1 07/10/2024

Bicester Village, one of the most distinguished shopping destinations in the UK, continues to captivatevisitors with its unique blend of luxury, style, and convenience. Situated in the heart of the Oxfordshirecountryside, Bicester Village offers a shopping experience like no other. Here are the top five reasonswhy Bicester Village remains a must-visit destination for both

Defence & Security

UK condemns Houthis’ escalatory attacks

Arnold Pinto 16/08/2024 0

Yemen also grips with flooding The United Kingdom has condemned the Houthis’ recent actions as “reckless” and “escalatory” in the face of an already dire humanitarian crisis in Yemen. In a forceful address at the United Nations Security Council in New York on August 15, 2024, Ambassador James Kariuki, the UK’s Deputy Permanent Representative

Appointments

Gary Barthram joins Serco’s aviation emergency services team

News Desk 2 09/08/2024 0

To oversee Middle East operations Serco has announced the appointment of Gary Barthram as the company’s new Area Manager for Aviation Emergency Services in the Middle East region. Based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Barthram, who has an extensive background in airport fire services, serves as Serco’s principal expert on aviation emergency services in the region. […]

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Idealz Expands into Lebanon and Mexico, Sets Sights on India and the UK

News Desk 1 02/08/2024

Idealz Holding, known for its innovative Shop-and-Win models, is marching on with its global expansion plans, launching on-ground operations in Lebanon with Mexico set to follow in Q3 2024. Having made its mark from Dubai, the establishment of local on-ground operations would give customers in those countries the chance to win curated prizes whilst shopping […]

Business

Geobear unveils its ground stabilisation tech in the UAE

Dan Ngiam 27/07/2024 0

Ideal for a wide range of projects Geobear, a global leader in ground engineering based in the United Kingdom, has launched its advanced ground stabilisation operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This marks a significant development in the hydrocarbon-rich Arabian Gulf country’s infrastructure capabilities. The benefits of Geobear’s ground stabilisation

Space

United Kingdom set to host ISRSE-40 in 2025

Arnold Pinto 27/07/2024 0

Alongside inaugural Farnborough International Space Show The United Kingdom will host the 40th International Symposium on Remote Sensing of Environment (ISRSE-40). This prestigious event will occur at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre in Hampshire from March 17 to March 21, 2025. The symposium will run concurrently with the inaugural