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Norton motorbike roars back into land speed record books

Friday, September 03, 2010

A MOTORCYCLE made by Castle Donington manufacturer Norton has set a world land speed record.

The firm's Norton's 961 Commando Special Edition clocked an average top speed of 129.191mph at Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah.

The bike this week claimed the record for the...

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UTAH SALT FLATS HAS A HISTORY OF STAGING WORLD RECORD ATTEMPTS

Alan Cathcart on the Norton 961 Commando SE.

Friday, September 03, 2010

THE Bonneville Salt Flats has been the scene of many historic land speed record attempts. In particular, this densely-packed salt pan in northwestern...

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Rolls-Royce probe as hole rips through failed engine of passenger jet

The damage to one of the Qantas jet's engines. Passengers said they saw flames shoot from the engine shortly after take-off.

Friday, September 03, 2010

THIS dramatic picture shows damage caused when a Rolls-Royce engine failed in mid-air. It reveals a hole torn in the Qantas airlines flight from San...

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JCB chief Sir Anthony sees first day of engineering academy

Friday, September 03, 2010

THE next generation of engineers and business leaders have taken part in their first day of studies at a £22 million academy. Yesterday, the JCB...

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Bombardier-Virgin train to promote rail travel as green

Friday, September 03, 2010

DERBY train-maker Bombardier has teamed up with rail operator Virgin to promote the environmental benefits of travelling by train. A Virgin Super...

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Short list is created for family business awards

Friday, September 03, 2010

FIRMS from across Derbyshire have been shortlisted for new awards that recognise the importance of family businesses. Hodgkinson Builders, of Derby,...

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Council leaders from Derbys and Notts sign up for LEP bid

Richard Williams, of Derby City Council, praised the co-operation between the two counties.

Thursday, September 02, 2010

A PROPOSAL which would see Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire working together to boost the local economy is ready to be sent to the Government for...

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JCB helps rebuild flood-hit Pakistan

Thursday, September 02, 2010

DIGGER manufacturer JCB has donated machines to help with Pakistan's reconstruction programme in the wake of the devastating floods. Sir Anthony...

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Toyota's shares go into reverse after US recall

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

A DECISION by Japanese car-maker Toyota to recall more than 1.1 million vehicles in America and Canada gave its share price a knock. Before the...

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Alex beats ME to show she's got right stuff for business

Alexandra Bacon set up her own business despite suffering from ME.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

A WOMAN who set up her own well-being consultancy despite suffering from a debilitating illness herself is up for an award recognising people who have...

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Norton motorbike roars back into land speed record books

UTAH SALT FLATS HAS A HISTORY OF STAGING WORLD RECORD ATTEMPTS

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JCB chief Sir Anthony sees first day of engineering academy

Bombardier-Virgin train to promote rail travel as green

Short list is created for family business awards

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JCB helps rebuild flood-hit Pakistan

Toyota's shares go into reverse after US recall

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