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Convenience store in Tyne & Wear sold for the first time in 17 years

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Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co has completed on the sale of a Spar branded convenience store located in the small village of Greenside, near Ryton in Tyne & Wear, to a first time buyer with funding secured through specialist commercial finance broker, Christie Finance.Situated in amongst complementary businesses, the shop plays an important part in the local community, offering a range of convenience goods, as well as the post office services to residents of the village,... Read the full story

ALL NEW 2019 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 R & ROCKET 3 GT

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Launched in 2004, Triumph’s legendary Rocket III was a pure original with more muscle, presence and torque than any of the competition. Now, the all-new Rocket 3 R and Rocket 3 GT line-up heralds the genesis of a new motorcycle legend.  With the world’s largest production motorcycle engine at 2,500cc, the new Rocket 3s deliver more power, 11% up on the previous generation, and the highest torque of any production motorcycle you can buy with 221Nm @ 4,000 rpm. Combining imposing muscular... Read the full story

UK COMMERCIAL VEHICLE MANUFACTURING

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31 July 2019 (data for June and H1 2019)UK Commercial vehicle production more than halves in June British commercial vehicle manufacturing declined by more than half in June, as model changeovers continue to affect output. Production for home market falls -44.7%, while exports decline -65.4%. Half-year manufacturing down -15.8%, with 35,345 units produced – but output is expected to recover in second half of year.Wednesday 31 July, 2019 UK commercial vehicle (CV) production fell by -57.2% i... Read the full story

Savannah moves record 4.5M TEUs

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Auto volumes near 650,000 units SAVANNAH, Ga., June 29, 2019 - The Port of Savannah moved a record 4.5 million twenty-foot equivalent container units in the fiscal year that ended June 30, an increase of more than 305,000  TEUs or 7.3 percent.   "Our ports are firing on all cylinders," said Governor Brian Kemp. "This success is a testament to the men and women who work throughout our entire supply chain and make a difference for Georgia and the nation every day. Because of th... Read the full story

MANN+HUMMEL publishes corporate responsibility report

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The focus is on filtration solutions for clean mobility, clean air and clean water Ludwigsburg, July 30, 2019 – Today MANN+HUMMEL published its corporate responsibility report for 2018. The sustainable solutions of the company are focused on the areas of clean mobility, clean air and clean water. The report was created in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards.Filtration separates the useful from the harmful. From air pollution to contaminated water – there is gr... Read the full story

A bright star in the “bike carrier sky” Rameder presents Alphard and Alphard Plus for the towbar

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The giant star Alphard outshines all other stars in its close surroundings. The talents of the Rameder bike carriers named after it shine just as bright. Alphard and the larger Alphard Plus offer enough space for two or even three bikes. With their sophisticated clamping system, they are securely fixed on the towbar in no time. Rameder, the leading supplier of towbars and accessories, offers the Alphard at www.rameder.eu. The name of this particularly functional bike carrier model also hints... Read the full story

Maid My Home Publish Detailed Guide on the Evolution of Household Cleaning Routines to Their Company Blog

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Kensington, London - Maid My Home, one of the premier house cleaning service providers in the United Kingdom, have recently produced a detailed guide on how the roles and responsibilities relating to household cleaning routines have changed over the years, while examining the causes of these changes, and assessing the impact technological advancements have had on our daily domestic chores.Maid My Home are proud to be committed to delivering quality work in every aspect of their business, from... Read the full story

Busy petrol filling station near Manchester city centre for sale through Christie & Co

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Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co has brought to the market Cheetham Service Station, a Gulf branded filling station located just off Bury New Road, a busy main road that serves as one of the principal thoroughfares into Manchester city centre from the north of the city.The purpose built forecourt is complemented by a well maintained and well stocked convenience store with a 24 hour licence, that trades under the Premier banner, and is heavily relied upon in the local area,... Read the full story

Reman ticks all the boxes for fleet operators

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The perception of remanufacturing is changing in the automotive industry and with it an understanding from fleet operators of just how important the product is to an optimum total cost of ownership (TCO) of a truck or fleet.Commercial vehicle brake specialist Roadlink International has long been a fervent believer in the remanufacturing process, reflected in the company’s ongoing investment in reman and its commitment to helping reduce the company’s carbon footprint. Roadlink remanufactur... Read the full story

Exol partners with UKLA for 2019 Northern Lunch

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Exol Lubricants is sponsoring this year’s UKLA (UK Lubricants Association) Northern Lunch, taking place at Manchester Hall on 20th September.The top industry networking event will see representatives from the lubricants sector and customers congregate for what is expected to be an ideal opportunity to generate business and build on existing partnerships. The event, to be held at one of the most iconic yet undiscovered buildings in Manchester’s city centre, will include a networking recep... Read the full story

Roadlink says ‘no’ to brake shoe waste

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Remanufactured brake shoes reduce costs and landfill Roadlink is pushing its campaign for remanufactured Brake Shoes, as it continues its emphasis on the benefits of remanufactured brake shoe linings, reminding the industry how it can help reduce the countless tonnes of landfill waste accumulated per year. Commercial vehicle brake specialist Roadlink International has long been a fervent believer in the remanufacturing process, reflected in the company’s ongoing investment in reman a... Read the full story

HONEYWELL PARTNERS WITH LOCAL AUTHORITIES TO SEIZE Illegal REFRIGERANT IN POLAND

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Polish customs authorities halt the import of illegal refrigerant at port of Gdynia Seizure is one of several recent legal actions taken by Honeywell to stop the infringement of HFO-1234yf MORRIS PLAINS, N.J, July 25, 2019 -- In partnership with Polish customs authorities, Honeywell today announced that it has seized suspected infringing of HFO-1234yf refrigerant at the port of Gdynia, Poland. The purchaser of the illegal shipment consented to the seizure and agreed to pay the cost of dest... Read the full story

Revealed: The cheapest hybrid cars to charge at public charging points

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The cheapest hybrid car to publicly charge is the BMW i8 costing £1.25 and 1.4 hours to charge. Thereafter, Mercedes-Benz ranks second with both the C-Class Estate and the E-Class Saloon costing £1.49 and around 1.7 hours to charge. The most expensive car listed – the Porsche 918 Spyder is interestingly the third cheapest car to charge at £1.63. Interestingly, the cheapest fully electric cars to charge is the Mitsubishi i-MiEV and the Peugeot iOn at £3.84 (4.3 hours)._________________... Read the full story

Announcing NEW Arlon Printer Profile Centre: Over 30,000 ICC Profiles Now Available

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The Hague, NL –  25 July 2019 Key Facts: Arlon Graphics is launching a new ICC profile centre called Color Base. Color Base contains over 30,000 printer profiles. We are thrilled to announce Color Base, Arlon’s new ICC profile centre. Over 30,000 printer profiles are now available at the click of a mouse, with new profiles to be added daily. Starting today, customers that sign up will now have access to the full collection with the ability to view a list of their previously downloaded... Read the full story

Mycarcheck: used Leaf tipped and EV company car tax break announced

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Mycarcheck.com market guide: July 2019EV company car tax break announced. New motorbike registrations plummet •              Used car of the month: Nissan Leaf (2011-2017)•              Used bike of the month: BMW HP4 (2013-14) Mycarcheck.com’s valuation experts reveal significant trends in the UK used vehicle market and choose a car and bike of the month. Head of valuation services at mycarcheck.com, Jon Wheeler, said: “The pure electric Nissan Leaf, winn... Read the full story

CORRECTED - Italy’s University of Modena wins Formula Student 2019 competition at Silverstone

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Oxford Brookes University runner up for the second year Edinburgh University wins the inaugural FS-AI competition First team from Hong Kong runners up in Class 2 Design Italy’s University of Modena and Reggio Emilia won Formula Student 2019, beating over 100 undergraduate teams from more 20 countries at the international racing car event at Silverstone which this year also saw the launch of its first autonomous car competition. Formula Student, which is run by the Institution of Mechanic... Read the full story

North Yorkshire convenience store sold off market through Christie & Co

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A traditional, Spar branded convenience store, Hut Green Stores, in the village of Eggborough, North Yorkshire, has been sold in an off market transaction to an experienced operator through specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co.Hut Green Stores had been inherited by the previous owner, Claire Smith, who subsequently owned and ran it for 15 years, developing it into a community supported and well-regarded village store. She decided to sell as she wishes to take up a new career in... Read the full story

GASTRONOMY AND URBAN EXPERIENCES AMONG THE TOP DRIVERS OF EUROPE’S ATTRACTIVENESS

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Brussels, 23 July 2019: Interests and hobbies are significant factors when it comes to selecting a travel destination, according to the European Travel Commission’s (ETC) latest research on “Tourism Passion Communities”. The study aimed to provide a better understanding of the key passion groups and their main drivers, travel habits and paths to book a trip. Ultimately, the analysis uncovers the connection between European travel experiences and travellers’ interests or hobbies. In-d... Read the full story

AMT roars ahead with customer service award

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Car leasing specialist AMT has won a 2019 Feefo Trusted Services award for the quality of its customer service. The accreditation is awarded only to those businesses that meet the highest standards, based on the number of reviews they have collected using the Feefo customer feedback engine, and their average rating.  AMT met the criteria of collecting at least 50 reviews with a service rating of between 4.0 and 4.4 in the allocated time. Lee McGreev, who manages AMT’s customer services... Read the full story

Severe ozone pollution in France: Driving bans imposed in Paris and Lyon

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It is going to be hot in France this week. Tourists should not be surprised by driving bans due to a high ozone concentration!Berlin, 23.07.2019. The heat wave is now rolling over France again, which in turn leads to high air pollution by ozone. In particular, the activation of the French temporary environmental zones should not unpleasantly surprise tourists and foreign holidaymakers. Buying a French Crit’Air vignette is not enough in order to be prepared in these circumstances, but it is... Read the full story

SPAR supports children’s trip to Senegal

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SPAR Hammersmith donated a range of BBQ and party food to AkomaAsa Performing Arts Academy in London to support their fundraiser on Saturday 14th July.The event was held to raise funds to send children from the AkomaAsa Academy on an intercultural exchange trip to Senegal, where they will train with a local dance academy, learning more about the disciplines they already study at AkomaAsa such as performing, dancing, singing and African drumming. Based in South East London, AkomaAsa Per... Read the full story

Italy’s University of Modena wins Formula Student 2019 competition at Silverstone (photo available)

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Oxford Brookes University runner up for the second year A number of winners in the inaugural FS-AI competition First team from Hong Kong runners up in Class 2 DesignItaly’s University of Modena won Formula Student 2019, beating over 100 undergraduate teams from more 20 countries at the international racing car event at Silverstone which this year saw the launch of its first autonomous car competition.Formula Student, which is run by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, challenges stude... Read the full story

North Lincolnshire village post office & store owned by famous British chef sold through Christie & Co

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Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co has sold Winteringham Village Post Office & Store, situated in the heart of Winteringham, a rural village in North Lincolnshire.The well established post office and store plays a central role in the community and benefits from strong levels of trade. The post office is designated as a protected community site and provides an outreach service to nearby West Halton once per week. The property also benefits from spacious family accommodation, w... Read the full story

New online manual handling, first aid and GDPR courses for forecourts

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Forecourt expert Suresite Group has launched three new online courses for filling station employees. The trio of self-study modules cover the topics of manual handling, first aid and GDPR. They are suitable for all employees, from new recruits to experienced members of staff. With study times of between 30 minutes (manual handling) and 2-3 hours (first aid), each interactive course offers the option to stop and start when required. Modules can be completed on an internet-enabled PC, laptop,... Read the full story

New owner found for South Wales community store

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Specialist property business adviser, Christie & Co has brokered the sale of Burry Port Stores, a local community retail store in Burry Port in Carmarthenshire, Wales.Burry Port is a small town on the outskirts of Llanelli in Carmarthenshire, Wales, lying on the Loughor Estuary. The town is home to the harbour where Amelia Earhart landed, becoming the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean.Burry Port Stores is situated in a prominent position on Station Road in the centre of the town an... Read the full story

Drivers face penalty points for not wearing seat belts - Quote from a motoring solicitor

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Paul Loughlin, solicitor and motoring law specialist at Stephensons Solicitors, said:“Driving without a seatbelt remains one of the most common offences committed on Britain’s roads and all too often it can have catastrophic consequences. As it stands, drivers and passengers caught without a seat belt could be hit with an on-the-spot Fixed Penalty Notice of £100, rising to a fine of £500 if the case goes to court. The introduction of points on top of this is a good step forward and a fu... Read the full story

Entries open for the seventh year of Farm Shop & Deli Awards

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Farm Shop & Deli Awards, in partnership with The Grocer, are excited to announce that entries for their 2020 Awards are now open and will close on Friday 20th September 2019. Free to enter, the Awards are renowned in the industry for playing an important role in supporting, and celebrating, the UK’s independent, specialist retail market.The online entry form has been revised slightly to help both the entrants and judges, and continues to provide tips and advice on how best to approach the a... Read the full story

Best value for money for Vredestein Sprint Classic in top tyre test

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The leading German automobile magazine for classic cars Auto Bild Klassik just published its annual tyre test, including the Vredestein Sprint Classic. The Vredestein tyre received excellent marks overall and was found to be in the top 3. According to Auto Bild Klassik, the Sprint Classic offers the best value for money, had the best grip and the shortest braking distance of all the tested models on wet roads. The car used for the Auto Bild Klassik test was the Austin-Healey 3000 originally... Read the full story

BROMPTON BIKES PARTNERS WITH CORINTHIA LONDON

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July 2019 - Corinthia London has joined forces with iconic British bike-maker Brompton, to offer guests an alternative way to explore the city – on a brand-new fleet of electric and classic bicycles. Guests will saddle up to see the city’s offering from a new perspective in bespoke amber-coloured Corinthia designed bikes.Julian Scriven, Managing Director of Brompton Bike Hire, said “Corinthia London is the perfect choice for the company’s first collaboration. We are proud to partner w... Read the full story

DriveTech, part of the AA, welcomes the review of roads policing

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Commenting on the DfT announcement this week around the government and Highways England review into roads policing in a bid to improve road safety, DriveTech offer its wholehearted support and welcome this review. Des Morrison, Director Police & Public Sector Contracts at DriveTech said: “We welcome the recent announcement of a forthcoming review of roads policing. It is well known that all public services are under resource pressure and it is evident that roads policing has faced signifi... Read the full story

Autotalks and Datang Successfully Completed Chinese C-V2X Direct Communication Interoperability Testing

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Kfar Netter, Israel and Beijing, China – Autotalks, a world leader in V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication solutions and China’s Datang, a leader in developing C-V2X communications standards and the provider of system solution of C-V2X, have successfully tested chipset-level interoperability of their respective solutions for C-V2X direct communication. The testing took place during the final week of June in Beijing. The interoperability test enabled both companies to validate their... Read the full story

Knutsford cheese shop and café sold through Christie & Co

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Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co has sold The Cheese Yard, an established cheese shop and café in the centre of the affluent Cheshire market town of Knutsford, to a local businessperson.The 18 cover café with additional outside seating offers a contemporary menu served with exquisite wines, local ales and delicious home-made cakes. There is also a purpose-built, unique, glass ‘cheese room’ which provides an optimum environment to store and display a range of cheeses.... Read the full story

Leading Employee Green Car Specialist reports 400% increase in electric car enquiries following benefit in kind removal

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Fleet Evolution, a Midlands based salary sacrifice green car scheme specialist is reporting a remarkable upsurge in interest in electric cars following the government's decision to remove benefit in kind tax.Managing Director Andy Leech explains, ‘At Fleet Evolution we’ve always considered ourselves at the forefront of electric car take up, but the sudden increase in interest has surprised even us. In monetary terms the original proposed benefit in kind of 2% was a game changer anyway, fr... Read the full story

Urban mobility pods to be driven by 360-degree steering technology

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In June, Swedish EV manufacturer NEVS acquired the British in-wheel motor technology company Protean Electric. Now, Protean brings the first major news after the acquisition:  Advanced electric-drive ‘corner module’ designed for next-generation urban mobility pods Protean 360+ provides limitless 360-degree steering for exceptional vehicle manoeuvrability Pneumatic ride-height control enables ‘kneeling’ for stepless kerb-to-vehicle access Compact module allows for front, rear and side... Read the full story

Cenex-LCV2019 and Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility (CAM) releases extensive seminar programme including over 130 presenters

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Speakers include Aston Martin, SMMT, APC, CCAV and OLEV at annual two-day event   Cenex today released first details of the seminar programme for its 12th annual Cenex-LCV2019 (www.cenex-lcv.co.uk) event, and its newly launched Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility (CAM) event (www.cenex-cam.co.uk) which will be co-located at LCV2019. Taking place on 4th and 5th September 2019 at Millbrook in Bedfordshire, this year’s seminar programme includes over 130 presenters from leading organisations... Read the full story

DriveTech now offers End Point Assessments for apprenticeships

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To help passenger transport companies with their apprenticeship delivery, DriveTech can now conduct End Point Assessments (EPA) for Bus, Coach and Tram Drivers.DriveTech is an approved End Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) and is pleased to announce its inclusion on the Register of End-Point Assessment Organisations (RoEPAOs). The Company’s capabilities cover the Apprenticeship Standards for the Level 2 Passenger Transport Driver – Bus, Coach and Tram. Verified by the UK government’s... Read the full story

Roadlink’s Powell partnership gaining traction

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Roadlink International has been the braking partner of choice for Steve Powell Racing for five years, as the leading CV parts supplier supports the truck racing champion in the 2019 British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) for what is turning into another enthralling season.In what is Powell’s third season in the British Truck Racing Association’s Division One, it is Roadlink’s brake discs and pads that are helping keep the driver on track for a successful 2019 run.Powell explained: “... Read the full story

Oil error message

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Mixed results at LIQUI MOLY for the first half of the year – major difficulties with new software July 2019 – The introduction of new company software in January has turned LIQUI MOLY into a permanent building site. The system that was supposed to simplify processes and reduce costs for the oil and additive specialist, has had precisely the opposite effect and negatively affected the half-year results. "If we were listed on the stock exchange, I would have to issue a profit warning," say... Read the full story

Roadlink lends its voice to SMMT Remanufacturing Showcase

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Leading commercial vehicle parts supplier Roadlink International will be championing the benefits of remanufacturing to some of the industry’s top influencers as part of SMMT’s Remanufacturing Showcase, taking place from the 8th -19th July.The showcase will see some of the country’s leading personnel gather in London for the annual initiative, aimed at building industry and political awareness for the vital role remanufacturing plays – and can play – in the automotive industry, whil... Read the full story

DfT electric vehicle charging announcements – AA comments

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Commenting on both announcements from the Department for Transport on introducing credit and debit card payments on rapid charge points from next Spring*, and installing charge points on newly developed homes**, Edmund King, AA president says; “These announcements are a step in the right direction. It is encouraging that we will have an over-arching review to give a clearer picture of what is needed on the electric highway ahead. We are pleased that our calls for rapid chargers to be access... Read the full story

WELCOME POINTS RETURN FOR NIO IN PENULTIMATE ROUND OF SEASON 5

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Oliver Turvey took NIO back into the points paying top 10 during the ABB FIA Formula E Championship double-header finale in New York City over the weekend, providing some cheer for the team as the curtain fell on a challenging Season 5. Team-mate Tom Dillmann led the way in perhaps the tightest qualifying session of the campaign ahead of round 12 on Saturday, 13th July, after securing P12 on the grid with Turvey an uncharacteristic P17.Frustratingly for Dillmann, though, a multi-car tangle a... Read the full story

NEVS and AutoX to collaborate on large scale RoboTaxi deployment in Europe

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Swedish EV manufacturer NEVS and the Autonomous Vehicle start-up AutoX have entered into an exclusive strategic partnership to integrate AutoX ́s Autonomous Drive technology in NEVS’ next-generation vehicle architecture. The partnership is directed towards a target of deploying the first large scale RoboTaxi pilots in Europe by the end of 2020, demonstrating and evaluating technology and design of a revolutionary world-first new vehicle type that will shape mobility for a more sustainable... Read the full story

Everything you need to know about Organic September

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Organic September, the month-long celebration of all things organic, returns in 2019. In 2019, we’ll be showing consumers the positive impact organic can have on the planet.From the food we eat, to the beauty products we use and the clothes we wear, going organic has a positive impact on our planet. We’re in a climate emergency and this Organic September, Soil Association Certification, the UK’s leading organic certification body, will show how choosing organic is a simple but powerful... Read the full story

One Big Day Exeter returns for 2019

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One Big Day at Westpoint Exeter is giving disabled motorists and their friends and families the chance to find out all they need to know about the Motability Scheme. Taking place on Saturday 27 July 2019 between 9am and 4pm, the event will showcase a comprehensive display of vehicles for disabled people. Free to attend and with free parking for all visitors, One Big Day Exeter will continue the Motability Scheme’s programme of events taking place throughout the UK this summer.  There wil... Read the full story

Leading Milton Keynes Cleaning Company Kleen and Fresh Launch Home-Cleaning Blog

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Experienced Family-Run Cleaning Business Launch Blog To Assist Homeowners With Household Cleaning Milton Keynes, United Kingdom - 11/07/2019 - The respected cleaning company Kleen and Fresh have launched their own blog, publishing articles that will teach others how to maintain the cleanliness and attractiveness of their homes.Kleen and Fresh was originally created back in 2008, when Phil and Louise Reeves decided to start a company which would help others to maintain dignity, comfort, and p... Read the full story

South Wales petrol station sold to experienced local retail operator

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Old Pump Filling Station in Saundersfoot, Dyfed has been sold through specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, to experienced retail operator, Arumugam Satheesh, with funding secured through specialist commercial finance broker, Christie Finance.Located in the Welsh village of Pentlepoir on the busy A478 road from Cardigan to Tenby, The Old Pump Filling Station benefits from extensive tourist traffic heading to and from Saundersfoot and Tenby, two of the most popular leisure desti... Read the full story

NextGEN360 Named Vape Business Supplier of the Year

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NextGEN360 ltd, and its flagship EDGE brand, continued its dominance in the convenience sector as NextGEN360 scooped one of the top prizes at the prestigious Vape Business Awards.At a glittering ceremony in London NextGEN360, was awarded the highly sought after accolade of “Vape Business Supplier of the Year” ahead of all other competitors in this sector. “This award is recognition for all the hard work the team has put into creating and supporting this amazing range of eliquid and CBD... Read the full story

Lorinser presents 700 HP and visual package for Mercedes-AMG G63

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The Mercedes-AMG G63 is a desirable car with rough edges and is up for pretty much any challenge on the road. Its 585 HP (430 kW) biturbo V8 has a brutish nature that leaves even sportscar drivers in awed astonishment. The power package from Sportservice Lorinser takes the acceleration of the 2.5 t car to a magical level. The German Mercedes specialist gets an impressive 700 HP (515 kW) from the 4-liter engine – around 20 percent extra – and a maximum torque of 1,000 Nm. This forces... Read the full story

EUROPEAN TOURISM MAINTAINS STABLE GROWTH, DESPITE FALTERING GLOBAL ECONOMIC PROSPECTS

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International tourist arrivals to Europe are projected to grow 3.6% in 2019 The US and China continue to stand out in terms of their contributions to European tourism growth accounting for a share of 11% and 4% respectively “Tourism Years” have become a more prominent feature in recent years, providing an impetus for connectivity growth between countries and helping destinations to broaden their appeal Brussels, 11 July 2019: The latest quarterly report “European Tourism - Trends & Pro... Read the full story

SURVIVAL TIPS FOR SUMMER DRIVING HAZARDS

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London, July 2019 – Sun glare accounted for over 2000 accidents in the latest Government Road Casualties statistics1. But everything from heatstroke to sunburn or a lack of water can increase the risk of a drowsy driver, leading to increased risk of an accident. That’s why insurethebox, the global pioneer of telematics-based car insurance, is helping drivers stay safe this summer with top tips.Driving in hot weather can be uncomfortable with added risks, such as hay fever and heat stroke... Read the full story