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Airbus predicts boom in Chinese demand for airliners
China will need more than 5,300 new passenger aircraft and freighters over the next 20 years, according to Airbus's latest Global Market Forecast.
Osborne aims help at home buyers, exporters and SMES
Dramatic cuts in the stamp duty imposed on home sales and a £45 million package to support exports to Asia, Africa and South America were announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne in his Autumn Statement.
UK aerospace sector: The sky’s the limit?
The UK’s booming aerospace industry, which accounted for 55 per cent of civil aerospace sales in 2010, has been described by the government as a phenomenal success story and a sector that offers tremendous opportunities for growth.
Growing skills shortage prompts call for visa overhaul
Concerns of a skills shortage in the UK and calls for an overhaul of the visa system to allow easier access to the country for skilled workers were voiced on Friday following publication of a new study into the lack of suitable candidates for jobs.
High-speed Ashford: Making European connections
As the high-speed railway celebrates its fifth anniversary, and with HS2 and HS3 in the headlines, Fiona Murchie shares some of the surprising initiatives that are driving Ashford’s growth as an international centre.
South west of England road upgrade to benefit property market
The government’s recent announcement of new road schemes in the south west of England and improvements to infrastructure will also benefit the local property market, says global real estate consultant Knight Frank.
Re:locate Awards 2014/15: Why enter?
Share expertise and good practice, and enjoy the recognition you deserve! The prestigious Relocate Awards really are the ones to win. For HR people, they’re a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate how you and your team have been rising to the latest mobility challenges, whatever type of assignment you are managing.
Re:locate Awards 2014/15 Webinar 1
Webinar 1 provided invaluable background information for compiling a winning entry, including why you should enter, what the categories are and for whom each is suitable, and how the entry process works.
Worldwide ERC Global Workforce Summit: Talent Mobility in EMEA
11 and 12 February 2015, London
Your leadership in talent mobility issues will make the difference in how successful your company can be throughout 2015 and into the future. You’re innovative and experienced… and now you can multiply your creativity and knowledge by connecting with other professionals at the Worldwide ERC® 2015 Global Workforce Summit: Talent Mobility in EMEA.
Our targeted jobs board for relocation features all the latest posts across this growing industry, for both HR and suppliers.
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Keep up to date with the latest news, articles and trends via our HR and International Assignments sections.
‘Little evidence’ of better management practices: CIPD Megatrends research
The latest study in the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) Megatrends research series finds that the quality of UK management has failed to improve in the more than a decade.
IMD launches world talent index
A world-leading business school, the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), has just launched its first annual World Talent Report, potentially shedding light on the key talent trends and challenges for global HR managers and international companies.
Multinationals ‘failing to get the best out of their employees’
Too many companies – particularly multinationals – fail to understand what motivates their employees, according to a new global study. These findings are great ammunition for HR to promote their skills in engagement and their strategic role in increasing productivity and growing businesses.
As property is essential to every relocation, keep up to date with the latest news, articles and trends via our Property and Serviced Apartments sections.
Property: What’s in store for 2015?
It’s true to say that, whatever the state of the housing market, there will always be challenges for those seeking to buy a property. Currently, one of the greatest facing relocating employees in some areas is a lack of supply, which, in turn, is pushing up prices, as we report.
Stamp duty changes will affect middle market in London, say buying agents
The changes to stamp duty will have the greatest impact on the middle of the market in London, according to an independent firm of buying agents.
Hometrack analyses changes in stamp duty from 'slabs' to 'slices'
Residential property market analysis company Hometrack has issued its response on the impact of the Autumn Statement of the UK housing market.
Keep up to date with the latest news, articles and trends via our Education section.
Government calls on business to transform schools career service
The government has announced this week the creation of a new careers advisory service for schools which will see businesses directly collaborating with schools and colleges in England.
Choosing a school in the Middle East
Recent research has revealed that the fierce competition for places in international schools in the Middle East requires families to act well in advance of relocation if they are to ensure a place at the school of their choice.
The new global classroom
It is predicted that within five years there will be more than five million students studying in international schools.
Companies expecting 50 per cent rise in expat staff
A survey has found that 89 per cent of multinational companies plan to increase their expatriate workforces in the next two years.
Middle East oil and gas: Coping in challenging times
As global demand for energy increases, the Middle East’s oil and gas sector is facing a range of challenges, from political instability and stagnant economic growth to skills shortages, lack of diversity, and government initiatives giving priority to domestic hires.
China’s economy takes the lead, but the US profits
China has overtaken the United States to become the world’s biggest economy, according to the International Monetary Fund.
Hiring index suggests South African employers hopeful for happy new year
Recruitment intentions among 750 employers in South Africa are higher than this time last year, according to Manpower’s Global Employment Outlook index, with overseas investment cited as a major reason.
Somalia tries to lure back oil giants
Some of the world's oil giants are cautiously eyeing proposals that they reactivate exploration drilling contracts in Somalia.
EU health changes to affect expat chronic disease sufferers
The EU Observer recently detailed the response that the EU is preparing after statistics regarding chronic diseases revealed a worrying increase in the number of people who need access to care.
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