Plans for the development of Britain’s new high speed railway between the Midlands and the North moved a step closer today, as HS2 Ltd revealed more detailed design proposals. Construction of the Phase One route between Birmingham and London is now well underway with 7,000 jobs already supported through the project.
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First Bus appoints Delete to drive online customer experience
Following a three-month competitive pitch, one of the largest bus operators in the UK, First Bus, part of FirstGroup PLC has appointed Leeds and London digital agency Delete to lead a programme of customer experience (CX) website transformation. The appointment comes as part of a wider strategic commitment by First
Double bubble as DSA celebrates second Which? Best UK Airport accolade
New Ring Carnation brand offers comprehensive vehicle conversation offering
Vehicle conversion specialists Ring and Carnation Designs have merged brands to become a single entity – Ring Carnation. This new brand gives clarity for customers of the companies, who can come to Ring Carnation for a one “one-stop-shop” supply of vehicle power management, lighting and vehicle safety solutions. Ring acquired Carnation
Nexus Vehicle Rental bought for £142m
Phoenix Equity Partners (Phoenix), one of the UK’s leading independent private equity investors has acquired the majority shareholding of Nexus Vehicle Rental from Bowmark Capital. Established in 1999, Nexus is the UK’s leading tech-driven business mobility provider, offering clients access to the UK’s largest supply chain of daily rental vehicles. Connecting
Tech platform from Paragon ID smart choice for Chiltern
Chiltern Railways, part of the Arriva Group, has appointed Paragon ID, a trading name of BemroseBooth Paragon, as preferred supplier to deliver all marketing and operational print, along with timetable print, storage and timed distribution. Paragon ID will provide Chiltern with access to its PEP online procurement platform TocStock, which was
Motor fans to get glimpse of new Ford GT
Lookers help Leeds public breathe easy for Clean Air Day 2018
NYMR looking for someone to “Slytherin” to new role
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has an out of this world vacancy for an extra special individual. The popular steam railway is on the lookout for a "Wizarding Prefect", who will act as a "Wizarding Ambassador and Muggle Relations" expert during Harry Potter-themed events. The volunteer role, which is open to
Ring takes top spot after products are put to the test
Automotive aftermarket supplier Ring is celebrating after securing five industry accolades. The successes are thanks to continued innovation across its product portfolio and the extensive testing of its products, which is carried out at its onsite Quality Assurance laboratories in Leeds. Ring is one of few organisations in the country that has