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Construction group McGee financial results sees turnover increase 56 per cent
The McGee Group has announced a strong rise in revenue for the year ending 30th November 2011, reaching GBP91.7m from GBP58.8m at the same point in 2010. McGee Group Financial Director Graham Payne said: “Pre-tax profit for the year amounted to GBP3,068,362. However, the directors have not recommended taking a dividend, deciding instead to retain profits to expand the business further. The group’s net asset position has also risen 26 percent f... [more]
Stolen Scania truck recovered in minutes – thanks to Quartix vehicle tracking
Police have recovered a stolen 7-tonne Scania truck in less than an hour – helped by Quartix vehicle tracking technology. The valuable HIAB-equipped lorry, operated by Mid-Kent Electrical Engineering of Sittingbourne, was spotted on the A2 near Cobham. Aided by the tracking system, pursuing police were quickly able to intercept it and arrest the driver. Shaun Stickings, MKE operations manager, said: “This incident just goes to show the val... [more]
Calor Gas chooses Quartix telematics for its national delivery and service fleets
Quartix, one of the UK’s leading vehicle tracking service providers, has equipped Calor Gas’s national delivery and service fleets with real-time telematics. A total of 520 of the £400-million company’s vehicles, including Scanias, Renaults, Dafs and large tri-axle tanker trailers – operating from centres across the country – have been installed with the award-winning Quartix telematics solution. David Brown, Calor’s fleet asset manager, ex... [more]
Telematics insurance set to reduce fleet premiums
Pay how you drive insurance using telematics systems has begun to revolutionise insurance for young drivers. To meet demand, during 2011 a number of British telematics suppliers joined forces with insurance companies to offer services aimed at the retail sector, and, in particular, young drivers. Over coming months, I predict, the sector will grow rapidly as more insurance brands enter the market. Meanwhile, the same telematics technology ... [more]
New Klemm 708-2 rig delivered by Skelair helps Van Elle 's projects
Supplier of ground engineering and rock drilling equipment, Skelair International recently delivered a new Klemm 708-2 rig – the first to arrive in the UK – to Van Elle, UK’s independent geotechnical, piling, foundation and ground stabilisation contractor. Factory finished in Van Elle’s corporate branding, the Klemm 708-2 was delivered in advance of the Christmas break, enabling the contractor to deploy the new rig ready for planned piling wo... [more]
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Bernie: Problems are piling up for Pujols
Besides terrible start at the plate, now he faces perception that he got batting coach fired.
Irish payout to Weis keeps piling up
Former coach has received $8.7 million since firing and payments continue through 2015 While it played football in 2010, Notre Dame paid men who ran the program a total of $4,949,867 — one to coach the team and one not to coach it.
Trash Piling Up On Blanchard Family After Collection Service Stalls
A family of five has been living with trash piling up around them since their waste removal company has missed picking it up for several weeks in the last six months.
Piling on self-inflicted angst? Tell yourself: Dude, don't!
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BGT pooch Pudsey piling on pounds
Britain's Got Talent winner Pudsey the dog has reportedly piled on the pounds after receiving so many treats for his victory.
Reckless driving charges piling up for Edinburg man
A driver acquitted in late March of a misdemeanor reckless driving charge linked to a fatal crash is back in court on another reckless driving charge.
Eli Lilly clothing drive to benefit Goodwill ends Thursday
The donations are piling up for Goodwill stores in Central Indiana. Eli Lilly will wrap up a clothing drive Thursday. The donations are piling up for Goodwill stores in Central Indiana. Eli Lilly will wrap up a clothing drive Thursday.
