LKB tops Insider Power 100 list

Lord Kumar Bhattacharyya is number one in Insider’s 2011 Power 100 list. The founder and director of WMG - formerly Warwick Manufacturing Group - climbed to the top after his groundbreaking work in promoting joint ventures between business and academia and the huge amount of influence he wields over the regional economy.   READ MORE...

GKN Driveline unveils joint venture business

GKN Driveline has formed a joint venture with EVO Electric, which provides electric drive products for the automotive sector. The £5m business venture expands Redditch-based GKN's weight in the electric motor sector.   Read More...

Paradise Circus directors split from Argent

Two directors at the company behind Birmingham's Paradise Circus said they have reached a mutual agreement to set up their own development business. As part of the deal, Gary Taylor and Stephen Tillman could fully acquire Argent's interest in the Birmingham scheme.   Read More...

Portas kicks off high street review in Rugby

'Queen of shops' Mary Portas has visited Rugby as part of her government-commissioned independent review into the UK's high streets.   Read More...

RICS to step up eco role

RICS said it is set to take a "key role" in helping establish the UK as a world leader in sustainable construction and refurbishment.   Read More...

Speller Metcalfe launches Living

Building contractor Speller Metcalfe has launched a new business division. The Malvern-based company's 'Living' arm will focus on the build and development of residential projects, social housing and social care accommodation.   Read More...

Parts Alliance clinches £20m Kwik-Fit deal

The Parts Alliance, based in Solihull, has been awarded a contract worth more than £20m to supply braking products to Kwik-Fit.   Read More...

Embrace a culture of entrepreneurship – Morgan

Steve Morgan, entrepreneur and founder of housebuilder Redrow, has called on the region to embrace a culture of entrepreneurship and overcome fear of failure. Speaking at the launch of the Morgan Foundation Entrepreneur Awards, he said it was important to take the first step and strive to develop new businesses in the current climate.   Read More...

JLR and Wragge & Co win big at BITC awards

Eight West Midlands businesses have been awarded for their commitment to 'responsible business'. Jaguar Land Rover, National Grid and law firm Wragge & Co were among the winners at the Big Tick awards.   Read More...

Evac+Chair gets government booking

Evac+Chair International, which manufactures emergency escape equipment, has expanded its distribution network to Malta. The Tyseley-based company's products will be supplied to the Maltese government and the country's main hospital.   Read More...

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