Drones have received an increasing amount of attention in the UK, which has resulted in a group of airline pilots joining forces to create a drone training school – perhaps the Top Gun sequel will draw inspiration from the changing airspace.
By David Craik
Crowdfunder and advertising group JCDecaux are teaming up to help startups market brands more effectively.
Mobile proximity marketing specialist Proxama has secured a long-term deal with taxi advertising firm Ubiquitous, which will see the former’s technology laced into vehicles across the UK.
As Tesco plans to resolve its financial crisis, the firm has agreed to sell its Korea-based Homeplus division, which is in contrast with supplier Unilever’s plans to expand its marketing efforts across the continent.
By David Craik
Manufacturers’ organisation the EEF has slashed forecasts after firms were hit by global economic woes.
By Brenda Kelly
After stocks fell substantially on Black Monday, traders have begun to splash out on the volatile mining sector, helping the FTSE 100 make a comeback.
By David Craik
A quarter of new businesses are being set up with the goal of making a better society, highlighting the growing trend of social entrepreneurs.
The UK’s SMEs – with up to 249 employees – expect to see an average revenue growth of 37 per cent in the next five years, according to Santander Corporate & Commercial Business Growth, and small firms are more optimistic.
By David Craik
High street sales have slumped to their worst level since the start of the global financial crisis in 2008 as retailers experience a “summer to forget”.
Chelsea FC’s partnership with IT outsourcer Wipro comes a day after a remarkably similar deal was announced between HCL Technologies and English Premier League club Manchester United.
