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An increase in commuter passengers and airport link-ups has helped hike up Birmingham coach operator National Express's revenues. The transport company told the Stock Exchange this morning it expected its coach division's turnover to have grown 5 per cent in 2011. READ MORE...
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Private equity provider LDC has completed a management buyout of Leicestershire's Benson Group. Read More...
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Engineering company Alstom, which has its UK headquarters in the Midlands, has signed a revolving credit facility with 18 banks worth €1.35bn (£1.13bn). Read More...
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Mortgage origination group Paragon, based in Solihull, has acquired a portfolio from MBNA Europe Bank for more than £55m. Read More...
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The Nightingale Club in Birmingham's Southside is set to undergo a £1m transformation after being bought by a local entrepreneur. Read More...
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Retail Systems Group (RSG), based in Coleshill, has been snapped up by a North West software company in a deal worth up to £3m. Read More...
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Plans for 120 student beds at Jarratt Hall, Edgbaston, are being recommended for the green light from Birmingham City Council's planning committee. Read More...
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Midlands businesses are being warned to take note of bribery laws before sending or receiving corporate Christmas gifts this year. Read More...
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A Coventry-based engineering company has received a visit from the Duke of York after a "record" year in which it created 40 jobs. Read More...
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