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UK Leonardo staff strike over pay dispute

Thousands of aerospace workers across the UK have launched strike action against defence giant Leonardo, protesting a pay offer they say is a real-terms cut. Read more on the unfolding industrial action.

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.

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.

Air China Orders 100 Airbus Jets in Boeing Blow

Air China finalises landmark deal for 100 Airbus A320neo aircraft, marking significant shift in aviation market dynamics and dealing substantial setback to Boeing's competitive position.

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.

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.

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.

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?

Worker Crushed by Machine at Palermo's Pizza Factory

A devastating industrial accident at a Palermo's Pizza factory in Wisconsin has claimed the life of a worker, who was tragically crushed by a dough machine. The incident has prompted a major investigation by OSHA.

Hyundai's £5.5BN Georgia EV Plant to Create 8,500 Jobs

In a landmark deal for US clean energy manufacturing, Hyundai Motor Group has confirmed a colossal £5.5 billion investment for a new electric vehicle and battery plant in Georgia, marking the largest economic development project in the state's history.

Clarks Opens Museum to Mark 200th Year in Street

Iconic British shoemaker Clarks unveils a treasure trove of memories with a new museum in its Somerset hometown, celebrating two centuries of craftsmanship, from the original 'Brown Peter' to modern designs.

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