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Britten-Norman’s first UK-built Islander takes flight
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Britten-Norman has flown the first Islander whose airframe was assembled in the UK from detail component level, marking a shift in how the Bembridge line is built and controlled.
H&S Real Estate expands motorsport sponsorship with British racing team
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H&S Real Estate is deepening its role in British motorsport by backing Classic Touring Cars racing under the British Automobile Racing Club, with driver Kam Tunio leading the effort.
Chery UK hits record 2.53% market share in August
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Chery UK recorded its strongest month yet in August, registering 2,380 vehicles and a 2.53% share of the UK market.
Faes & Co. opens London push with first UK hire
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Faes & Co. has hired its first London employee as the U.S. investment firm moves to build a permanent presence in the UK for investors across Britain, Europe and offshore markets.
Storecove names Charles Bryant as UK ambassador ahead of 2029 e-invoicing rules
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Storecove has appointed e-invoicing veteran Charles Bryant as UK ambassador as the country moves toward mandatory e-invoicing for VAT-registered businesses from 2029. The hire is meant to help the company engage with businesses, policymakers and…
FatFace warns Brits are washing jeans too often
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FatFace says many UK shoppers are shortening the life of their denim by washing too often and at too high a temperature.
Cheese Riot wins Business Awards UK food innovation honor
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Yorkshire startup Cheese Riot has won Innovative Food Product at the Business Awards UK 2026 Food Industry Awards for turning artisan cheese into hospitality-style experiences at home.
spektr adds real-time AML monitoring and AI investigations to KYC platform
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spektr launched spektr 3.0 on September 1, 2026, in Copenhagen, adding real-time transaction monitoring, AI-assisted investigations and policy management to its KYC/KYB platform.
Nina Capital forms clinical advisory board with four physicians
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Nina Capital said Sept. 7 it has launched a Clinical Advisory Board made up of four internationally recognized physicians to guide the firm and its portfolio companies.
South Korea gains appeal as Europe tightens golden visas
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Global investors are comparing South Korea’s investment residency program with shrinking European golden visa options in 2026. The shift matters for high-net-worth families weighing speed, capital flexibility and regional access in Asia versus…
Peanut Productions tests in-house travel tech during UK heatwave disruption
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Peanut Productions says its in-house Travelport GDS setup helped it reroute travel in real time during a luxury incentive program in the UK, avoiding delays from a third-party travel manager.
Vodafone Business teams with Tech Mahindra on UK digital transformation
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Vodafone Business and Tech Mahindra have formed a partnership to help UK organisations modernise operations and adopt technologies like AI, private 5G, IoT and cloud.
Customs Declarations UK adds NCTS6 transit filings as HMRC lists it as provider
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Customs Declarations UK has launched a cloud-based NCTS6 transit declarations tool as the UK’s move to Phase 6 raises the bar for cross-border filings.
Surveil named CRN UK Channel Awards finalist for Navigator
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Surveil has been shortlisted for the 2026 CRN UK Channel Awards Vendor Innovation Award for Surveil Navigator, its revenue intelligence layer for Microsoft partners.
Straits Connect 2026 pushes Singapore-India ties beyond trade
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The Indian Scholars’ Association drew more than 350 people and 25 speakers to its inaugural Straits Connect in Singapore on Aug. 24, using the event to spotlight the Singapore-India relationship and the role of alumni, professionals and community…
Custom Apron UK expands personalized apron line for trades and hospitality
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Custom Apron UK has broadened its made-to-order apron range from its Ashington base, adding more trade-specific options for chefs, barbers, woodworkers and creative professionals.
UK man’s Mauritius trial draws scrutiny after nearly 7 years in detention
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Foreign Prisoners Network is urging media and human rights monitors to watch the September trial of British national Ashley Tierney in Port Louis, Mauritius.
UK telcos face £1bn risk under proposed copper switchover rules
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Cartesian says Ofcom’s proposed copper switchover framework could force Openreach to build redundant fibre in rural areas, risking more than £1bn in wasted investment.
British Guild of Travel Writers marks 65 years with anthology, podcast and London gala
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The British Guild of Travel Writers is marking its 65th anniversary with a travel anthology, podcast access to its sustainability symposium and a London awards dinner on Nov. 2. The celebrations spotlight the Guild’s members, industry partnerships…
NexGen Banking Summit UK returns to London for third edition
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The NexGen Banking Summit UK 2026 will bring more than 300 banking leaders, regulators and fintech executives to London on Oct. 21-22. The invitation-only event will focus on digital transformation, regulation and emerging financial technology…
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