Category Archives: United Kingdom

Press Releases & News from United Kingdom distributed via EuropaWire

UK CBI Chief Policy Director Katja Hall: EU reform agenda must focus on growth and jobs

Posted on 23, July 2013 by

23-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The CBI responded to the publication of the first six reports in the Review of the Balance of Competences examining the UK’s relationship with the EU. Katja Hall, CBI Chief Policy Director, said: “Any EU reform agenda … Read the full press release →

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Rio Tinto’s Mongolian Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine made its first shipment of copper concentrate to China

Posted on 23, July 2013 by

23-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Rio Tinto chief executive Sam Walsh said “A new milestone was reached in Mongolia, with the Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold mine making its first shipment of copper concentrate to China. Our iron ore operations continue their impressive performance, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Industrial, Investment, Metals and Minerals, United Kingdom

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New UK online portal for brokers to access credit insurance documents, in-depth reports and economic data launched by Euler Hermes

Posted on 23, July 2013 by

23-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — A new UK online portal that allows brokers immediate access to credit insurance documents, in-depth reports, economic data and essential news on forthcoming events has been launched by Euler Hermes. the global leader in trade credit insurance. … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Economy, Insurance, Internet & Online, Investment, United Kingdom

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GSK President Europe, Japan, Emerging Markets & Asia Pacific Abbas Hussain issued statement on the meeting with Chinese Ministry of Public Security

Posted on 22, July 2013 by

22-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Following a meeting with the Chinese Ministry of Public Security to discuss their investigation into GSK, Abbas Hussain, President International – Europe, Japan, Emerging Markets & Asia Pacific said: “We have had a very constructive meeting with the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Government, Healthcare, Management, Pharma & Biotech, United Kingdom

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Savills-advised Commerz Real AG confirmed the sale of The Lloyds Building to Chinese insurance company

Posted on 22, July 2013 by

22-7-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — A German Closed End Fund managed by Commerz Real, advised by Savills and CBRE, has confirmed the sale of The Lloyds Building at One Lime Street, London EC3 to China’s leading insurance company, for £260 million reflecting … Read the full press release →

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Bertelsmann and Pearson announce they completed Random House – Penguin Group merger forming new entity Penguin Random House

Posted on 19, July 2013 by

Contract Signing Follows Final Negotiation Between Shareholders Markus Dohle To Serve As CEO Bertelsmann Appoints Five Board Of Directors Members, Pearson Four All Territorial Regulatory Approvals Received Without Conditions  19-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Bertelsmann and Pearson today signed the final contracts … Read the full press release →

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The Wolverine star Hugh Jackman arrived in Audi R8 at the premiere of the film in London

Posted on 19, July 2013 by

The stars of The Wolverine, distributed by 20th Century Fox, were joined by a very special guest – the Audi R8 – at the premiere of the film in London’s Leicester Square last night (16 July 2013). The smart occasion … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Entertainment, Germany, Marketing, Media, United Kingdom

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UniCredit announced it has won five prestigious awards attributed by Euromoney at official ceremony in London

Posted on 17, July 2013 by

Milan, 17-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — UniCredit has won five prestigious awards attributed by Euromoney, one of the leading international business magazine worldwide. The 2013 Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence were announced last night during an official ceremony in London. UniCredit was named: -Best Bank in … Read the full press release →

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Premium drinks producer Diageo rolls out pan-European ‘Think How You Drink’ online campaign

Posted on 17, July 2013 by

17-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — DIAGEO, the producer of Smirnoff, Captain Morgan and Guinness, today launches a new pan-European online campaign ‘Think How You Drink’ to remind young people that drinking to excess can lead to shame and embarrassment. The business aims … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Food & Beverage, Internet & Online, Marketing, Media, United Kingdom

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World’s leading premium drinks business Diageo announced Executive Committee changes

Posted on 17, July 2013 by

17-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  Diageo has today announced that Ian Wright, Corporate Relations Director since 2004, is to leave the company. Ian will be succeeded by Charlotte Lambkin, currently Group Communications Director of BAE Systems plc. Charlotte will join Diageo in … Read the full press release →

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UK government opened consultation on the Banking Reform Bill secondary legislation

Posted on 17, July 2013 by

The government opened its consultation on the Banking Reform Bill secondary legislation today. 17-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — This is the latest step in the government’s plan to create a stronger and safer banking sector. The Banking Reform Bill will fundamentally reform the … Read the full press release →

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AstraZeneca, University of Cambridge and Cancer Research UK partner on 3 pre-clinical and clinical oncology projects

Posted on 16, July 2013 by

16-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — AstraZeneca today announced that it has entered into an agreement with the University of Cambridge and Cancer Research UK for a two-year collaboration on three pre-clinical and clinical oncology projects. This agreement with world-leading medical research institutions … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Education, Healthcare, Pharma & Biotech, Science, United Kingdom

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BG Group names Simon Lowth its new Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director

Posted on 16, July 2013 by

16-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — BG Group today announced that, with effect from November 2013, Simon Lowth has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and as an Executive Director. The effective date of the appointments remains to be confirmed and will … Read the full press release →

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Tristan Capital Partners advised CCPIII Fund acquired Grade-A office complex in Warsaw’s Mokotow Business District

Posted on 16, July 2013 by

16-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The CCPIII core plus real estate fund advised by Tristan Capital Partners has agreed to acquire a Grade-A office complex in Warsaw’s Mokotow Business District from Ghelamco Group for a net €121 million. The 43,744 square-metre Nova … Read the full press release →

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pbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank and Pembroke Real Estate signed £38.5 loan agreement to fund the acquisition of One Grafton Street, London

Posted on 16, July 2013 by

Munich/London, 16-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — pbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank provided a £38.5 million facility to Pembroke Real Estate. The loan allows Pembroke to refinance the acquisition of One Grafton Street, London, which completed in February 2013. The loan agreement closed in June 2013. … Read the full press release →

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AstraZeneca Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Director Simon Lowth to leave the company at the end of October 2013

Posted on 16, July 2013 by

16-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — AstraZeneca today announced that Simon Lowth, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Director, will leave the company at the end of October, after the reporting of third quarter results. Simon has been appointed CFO for the BG … Read the full press release →

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Global luxury brand Burberry plc announced Q1 2013 trading update and interim management statement

Posted on 16, July 2013 by

16-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Highlights for the three months to 30 June 2013 Retail revenue £339m, up 18% underlying Comparable store sales up 13%, in line with our expectations for the quarter- Driven by exceptional performance of Spring/Summer 2013 fashion – … Read the full press release →

Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, Investment, Retail, United Kingdom

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UK CAA informed by EASA for the suspension of pilot training approval of Euro American School of Aviation in Florida

Posted on 16, July 2013 by

16-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has been informed by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) that it suspended the pilot training approval of Euro American School of Aviation, based in Florida, (UK/FTO-226) on the 19 April … Read the full press release →

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Midal Cables Limited named winner of National Grid’s first Supplier Design Awards for its innovative overhead line recycling project

Posted on 15, July 2013 by

15-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Midal Cables has been announced as the winner of National Grid’s first Supplier Design Awards for its innovative overhead line recycling project, to reduce the need for aluminium and save precious resources. The awards were presented at … Read the full press release →

Posted in Awards, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Society, United Kingdom

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Morrisons Chief Executive Dalton Philips talks about his plans to make Morrisons fit for the future

Posted on 15, July 2013 by

15-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  Dalton Philips talks about his plans to make Morrisons fit for the future at Centre Point, London on Thursday 11th July 2013. To read his speech in full, please see below. Thanks for coming for what … Read the full press release →

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