CHI & Partners has scooped the 5m advertising business for bookstore chain Waterstones. The agency will handle all print, TV and outdoor work for the bookstore brand. It will also create the advertising for Waterstones Christmas account when the bulk of its advertising airs.
Heads have begun to roll at British Airways following the debacle over the opening of Terminal 5 – as the company today announced the departure of two senior executives. Operations director, Gareth Kirkwood, and David Noyes, director of customer services, will be leaving the company. The carrier says it will now look to appoint one […]
The Adam Smith Institute (ASI) is calling for the Government to sell Channel 4 and BBC Worldwide, among other organisations. The think tank says a new wave of privatisation could raise funds in excess of £20 billion. The pro-free trade ASI says, in a report published today (Tuesday), that selling Channel 4 and BBC Worldwide […]
Retail giant Tesco has reported an 11.8% rise in annual profits to 2.8bn meeting the expectations of the city. It reported strong results for 2007, despite a slump in the retail market. The retailer announced today (April 15) profits of 11% in the 52 weeks ending February 23 2008.
High street giant Debenhams says it is pleased with its half-year results announced today (April 15), despite unveiling a 12% fall in profits to £94.1m. The department store chain says it stole market share from rivals in the clothing sector and that its Designers at Debenhams ranges performed well in a tough retail environment. Debenhams, […]
The Digital Radio Development Bureau has appointed Tony Moretta to the role of chief executive. He starts in June. He spent the past five years as general manager of Broadcast at National Grid Wireless (NGW) where he was responsible for the commercial side of the business. Moretta led NGW’s bid for the second national commercial […]
British fashion house Burberry’s retail sales for the six months to end-March increased 17% year-on-year to £282m, as consumers pushed aside concerns over the credit crunch to snap up its accessories. Retail sales accounted for 50% of total revenue for the six months to end-March. Accessories continued to outperform, in particular handbags, shoes, soft accessories […]
Affectionately known as The Gherkin, this iconic building is one of the Citys most unique and prestigious landmarks. Designed by Foster and Partners, the glass dome at the top of 30 St Mary Axe boasts a two level restaurant and bar with stunning 360 degree views as far as the eye can see.
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