News that Ford plans to close its Bridgend plant next year, with the loss of 1,700 jobs, is just the…
How 3D printing is reshaping global production
Long supply chains and a dependence on frictionless trade leaves manufacturers at risk to rising protectionism and slowing global growth.…
WH Smith ‘worst’ retailer in UK, says Which? survey
WH Smith has been ranked the UK’s worst High Street retailer for the second year in a row, according to…
Five tech trends shaping the beauty industry
Beauty brands are using everything from artificial intelligence (AI) to augmented reality (AR) to keep their customers engaged in a…
Metro Bank announces £350m fundraising to bolster finances
Metro Bank says it has begun the process of raising £350m from shareholders to bolster its finances, in a bid…
Five seater self-flying air taxi unveiled
A German start-up has unveiled what it says is the world’s first five seater self-flying taxi. Lilium said the prototype…
HS2 will ‘short change’ the North, say peers
HS2 will not offer value for money and risks “short changing” the North of England, a group of peers has…
Pilots ‘raised Boeing safety fears’ months before Ethiopia crash
American Airlines pilots confronted Boeing about potential safety issues in its 737 Max planes in a meeting last November, US…
British Steel seeks government loan for ‘Brexit issues’
British Steel has said it is seeking further financial support from the government to help it address “Brexit-related issues”. It…
Markets calm amid hopes for US-China talks
Global stock markets have steadied amid hopes that the US and China will resume talks next month, following an escalation…
