First AgustaWestland AW169 for the UK market lands at its base

AW169 KSSAA SAS Air AmbulanceA versatile, new generation twin engine light intermediate category helicopter, the 4.6 tonne AW169 has been designed in response to the growing market demand for an aircraft that delivers high performance, meets all the latest safety standards and has multi-role capabilities. The AW169 incorporates several new technology features in the rotor system, engines, avionics, transmission and electric power generation and distribution systems. Full story: Read more

Hill Brush Break Ground at Norwood Park

Hill BrushThe Hill Brush Company Ltd (HBC) is one of the largest UK based manufacturers of brushware and hygienic cleaning tools. They have been manufacturing the highest quality products since 1922 and are the home of leading brands, Salmon® Traditional Quality and Salmon® Hygiene Technology. Hill Brush has been based on Woodlands Road in Mere, Wiltshire since 1936 and as the business has grown and personnel has increased, they are close to capacity at their current site. Full story: Read more

Revitalised Crewkerne Chamber unveiled at AGM

cabc_logo-07Local businessman Brian Forster has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Crewkerne Area Business Chamber at this year’s AGM. Founder of PrototypeMe, Brian Forster was voted in following the resignation of Jonathan Edgington, who is no longer based in the town. Working alongside a committee of local business people, Brian outlined his intention to reinvigorate the organisation, clarifying what local businesses want from the Chamber and re-establishing it with this in mind. Full story: Read more