Tomago Aluminium Smelter Closure Threatens 1000 Jobs
Australia's largest aluminium smelter in Tomago faces an uncertain future as Rio Tinto considers closure, threatening over 1,000 jobs and sending shockwaves through the Hunter Valley economy.
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UK Economy Contracts at Fastest Pace in 11 Months
Britain's private sector faces worst performance in nearly a year as manufacturing and services decline simultaneously. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting economic challenges ahead of crucial budget announcement.
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.
UK Car Production Crashes to 73-Year Low After Cyber Attack
Britain's automotive sector faces unprecedented collapse as car production hits lowest level since 1952, with Jaguar Land Rover's factory paralysis following a major cyber attack exacerbating the industry's decline.
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.
British Steel takeover costs surge, taxpayer bill soars
The government bailout of British Steel faces massive cost overruns as Jingye Group demands additional taxpayer funding, putting thousands of UK manufacturing jobs at risk.
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.
Brexit's Steel Crisis: UK Industry Collapsing
The UK's steel sector faces an existential crisis as post-Brexit trade barriers and energy costs create the perfect storm, leaving communities and jobs hanging in the balance.
Cheshire Bakery Blaze Sparks Job Crisis Amid Inflation
A catastrophic factory fire at Roberts Bakery in Cheshire threatens hundreds of jobs and exacerbates inflation pressures, creating a perfect storm for the historic family business.
Japanese firms profit from Aussie gas as local manufacturers struggle
Australian Industry Minister Ed Husic exposes how Japanese companies are buying cheap Australian gas only to resell it at massive markups, creating an energy crisis for domestic manufacturers.
Ford faces £1.3bn loss after factory fire cripples F-150 production
A devastating fire at Novelis factory in the US has triggered catastrophic supply chain disruption for Ford's flagship F-150, potentially costing the automotive giant over $1.6 billion in lost revenue.
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.
Trump tariffs shut Canada's last hockey stick factory
The last remaining hockey stick factory in Canada faces closure after Trump-era tariffs crippled production costs, threatening a national icon and local jobs.
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.
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.
Stoke-on-Trent's Potteries Face an Existential Crisis
The iconic home of Wedgwood and a centuries-old ceramics industry confronts a perfect storm of economic pressures, energy costs, and a struggle for its very identity. Can the Potteries reinvent itself for the 21st century?
JLR Halts Production After Major Cyber Attack
Jaguar Land Rover's UK manufacturing operations have been brought to a standstill by a sophisticated cyber attack, halting production and sparking major supply chain disruptions.
Big Pharma's Billion-Pound Bet on Post-Trump UK
Major pharmaceutical giants AstraZeneca, MSD (Merck), and Eli Lilly announce massive new investments in UK research and manufacturing, signalling a major vote of confidence in the British life sciences sector following the US election result.
Tyson Foods axes high-fructose corn syrup
In a significant move, US food giant Tyson Foods announces it will remove high-fructose corn syrup from its products, responding to growing consumer demand for healthier ingredients.
Lancashire Crisps Saved in Rescue Acquisition Deal
Beloved British crisp brand Lancashire Crisps has been saved from collapse after being acquired out of administration, securing jobs and the future of the iconic Northern snack maker.
UK's £1.2bn AUKUS Shipyard Investment for Nuclear Subs
The UK and Australian governments commit £1.2bn to modernise Henderson Shipyard, positioning it as a cornerstone of the AUKUS nuclear submarine programme and safeguarding thousands of skilled jobs.
Toyota's $8bn Kentucky EV Bet: 700 New Jobs
Toyota announces a massive $8 billion investment in its Kentucky facility, creating 700 new jobs and launching a new three-row electric SUV, signalling a major shift towards electrification.
Cyber Attack Halts Jaguar Land Rover Production
UK manufacturing giant Jaguar Land Rover is grappling with severe production delays after a sophisticated cyber attack targeted its internal servers, causing significant disruption to its UK operations.
UK Economy Stagnates with 0.0% GDP Growth, FTSE 100 Falls
The UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, causing the FTSE 100 to fall sharply. Construction and manufacturing output dropped significantly, raising concerns about the nation's economic health.
Faulty NHS GPS Trackers Endanger Vulnerable Patients
Exclusive investigation reveals critical safety failure in GPS monitoring devices used by the NHS and care providers, leaving patients with conditions like dementia at severe risk.
Novo Nordisk's £90m UK Expansion for Ozempic Production
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk announces major £90 million expansion at its Gatwick facility to meet soaring global demand for its blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy, creating new high-skilled jobs.
Hyundai Alabama Factory Raid: 150 Workers Arrested in ICE Operation
US immigration agents have detained 150 workers at a Hyundai-owned factory in Alabama. The raid targeted employees suspected of using fraudulent visas and identity documents, sparking a major legal and corporate scandal.
Trump Claims Apple AirPods Are Made in Italy, Not China
Former US President Donald Trump alleges Apple's AirPods are manufactured in Italy, not China, igniting a fresh debate on global trade and tech supply chains.
Trump Demands Probe After ICE Raids Hyundai Plant
Ex-President Trump calls for a federal investigation after ICE raids a Hyundai-owned plant in Alabama, alleging underage migrant workers were employed in 'appalling' conditions.
JLR Cyber Attack Causes Major Production Delays Until October
Jaguar Land Rover faces extended factory shutdowns and delivery delays until October following a severe cyber attack, as the UK automotive giant battles to secure its systems and protect customer data.
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