Governmental and Military news articles 
Pump Market Primed for Growth in 2012
A new report on the UK pump market from MTW Research has identified a number of opportunities for pump manufacturers to exploit in 2012, prompting optimism for growth in a number of key end use markets for pumps by the end of the year. Against a backdrop of above-inflation growth forecast from 2013, the report discusses the changing nature of the pump market in recent years, suggesting that manufacturers continue to identify and react quickl... [more]
Kai Tak Sports Complex and HK-ZH-Macau Bridge Government Decision Makers to present at Urban Infrastructure 2012 in Hong Kong 2 March 2012
Senior government officers from two of the most current and anticipated urban infrastructure projects in Hong Kong have agreed to join the line up of top government speakers at the Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Conference to be held on the 2nd March. Jonathan McKinley, Deputy Secretary for Home Affairs, Sports & Recreation Branch, Home Affairs Bureau, Government of the HKSAR will discuss status and development plans the New Kai Tak Sports Hub.... [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]
£9.7 Million Army Accommodation refurbishment contract won by ISG
ISG has won two army living accommodation refurbishment projects with a total value of £9.7 million as part of its ongoing involvement with the MoD’s strategically important 35-year PFI infrastructure contract, Project Allenby/Connaught, being delivered by Aspire Defence. Located at the Lille Barracks in Aldershot and Battlesbury Barracks in Warminster, the two projects involve the refurbishment of existing accommodation to provide en-suite fa... [more]
Stewart Milne Construction Delivers Landmark Social Housing in Aberdeen
Stewart Milne Construction has completed work on Aberdeen’s first council housing project in over 30 years. As the first phase of Aberdeen City Council’s new-build social housing programme, the project saw the construction of 85 new homes at three locations across the city. The mission was to create high quality, sustainable and energy efficient 21st century housing which incorporates a degree of flexibility to meet the future needs of tenant... [more]
Other Governmental and Military news and reviews
Cambridge International Representative Moderates at Industry Forum
Dion Banks Moderates Panel Discussion at Contract Connections for Energy and Sustainability (PRWeb May 24, 2012) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/5/prweb9538021.htm
Research and Markets: Privatizing Governmental Functions.
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Privatizing Governmental Functions." book to their of
Carson Long Military Academy receives accreditation
Carson Long Military Academy in New Bloomfield received a Certificate of Accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, accor
U.S. Senate hearing into Colombian hooker scandal probes Secret Service culture
WASHINGTON - The seamy Secret Service prostitution scandal was at centre stage in the U.S. capital on Wednesday as the director of the agency in charge of protecting the president made a high-profile apology to kick off a congressional hearing.
POLICE RECORD NIZAR'S STATEMENT OVER CLAIM PM MET WITH MILITARY CHIEFS
IPOH, May 24 (Bernama) -- Police today recorded a statement from Datuk SeriMohammad Nizar Jamaluddin over his claim during a ceramah that the primeminister had met with armed forces chiefs, asking them to do "something" ifBarisan Nasional (BN loses in the coming general election.The Perak PAS deputy commissioner arrived at the Ipoh district police headquarters at 10.15am, accompanied by his wife ...
Work In PU-AMI After Severe Military Operation "Cast Lead"'
The economic situation and living conditions in Gaza Strip are getting worse with less humanitarian aid this year 2012, and the continuous comprehensive blockade imposed by Israel since June 2007.
3 top Dominican Republic cops accused in drug case
Three high-ranking police officials in the Dominican Republic have been accused of providing security to drug traffickers, marking the latest public corruption case to hit the Caribbean nation as it tries to clean up its military and police.
Law of the Sea Treaty would dangerously usurp the U.S. Navy's authority
The U.S. Navy has been the master of the seven seas since World War II, the pre-eminent maritime force.
Cops quiz Nizar over claim that PM met military chiefs
(Bernama) - Police today recorded a statement from Datuk Seri Mohammad Nizar Jamaluddin over his claim during a ceramah that the prime minister had met with armed forces chiefs, asking them to do “something” if Barisan Nasional (BN loses in the coming general election. The Perak PAS deputy commissioner arrived at the Ipoh district police headquarters at 10.15am, accompanied by his wife Datin ...
US Secret Service chief apologizes for sex scandal
The head of the Secret Service apologized Wednesday for the sex scandal in Colombia that tarnished the reputation of the elite security force, as allegations of more misconduct surfaced.
