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4 July 2009
Balfour Beatty releases positive results
Graduate jobs provider Balfour Beatty has released a trading update ahead of its half-year report due on August 12th
Based on a number of acquisitions, cost-control methods and increases in the expenditure of customers, the company stated it was on target to meet expectations.
The organisation noted: 'Our cash position remains strong with average net cash in excess of £200 million for the first six months of 2009.' -
3 July 2009
GlaxoSmithKline announces expansion plans
Graduate jobs provider GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has revealed that it will be extending its product portfolio in emerging markets around the world.
The pharmaceutical giant has purchased the branded generic businesses of Bristol Myers Squib (BMS) for $23.2m (£14.15m) and will acquire its operations in Syria, Libya, Yemen, Jordan and Lebanon.
Buying the business will allow the company to further its expansion in the Middle East and North Africa, as well as showing a dedication to offering high-quality products in developing countries. -
2 July 2009
MoD awards contracts worth £231m
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced that General Dynamics UK will provide developments to the UK Armed Forces' Bowman military communications system as part of two contracts worth £231m.
Minister of Defence Equipment and Support Quentin Davies said the technology updates are essential in providing troops with the necessary knowledge and information they require to do their jobs.
He remarked: '[Bowman] is a key element of a comprehensive suite of communications systems to provide a robust network that allows commanders to exercise command and control effectively.'
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Graduates should focus their applications, expert says
2 July 2009
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Nottingham Trent University secures forensic partnership
1 July 2009
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Graduates have summer opportunities, specialist suggests
1 July 2009
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Graduates more likely to take part in flexible schemes, claim expert
1 July 2009
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CBRE wins agent award
30 June 2009
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Kier celebrates school opening
30 June 2009
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Transport for London to start new scheme
29 June 2009
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IBM software used by airline
29 June 2009
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Graduate jobs to be provided by IBM
29 June 2009
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