Wednesday, December 18, 2024: Today's business headlines

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Here are the business stories making the headlines across Scotland and the UK this morning.

OpenGraph Image for Aberdeen distributor Scots Bearings acquired in seven-figure deal

Aberdeen distributor Scots Bearings acquired in seven-figure deal

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-distributor-scots-bearings-acquired-in-seven-figure-deal

Scots Bearings, a leading independent distributor with 60 staff at its Aberdeen HQ, has been acquired by Antifriction Components in a deal worth more than a million pounds.

Market Watch: UK exporters suffer £27bn hit from Brexit

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-uk-exporters-suffer-27bn-hit-from-brexit

UK exporters suffered a £27billion drop in goods sales to the EU after Brexit, with smaller firms bearing the brunt of new trade barriers, a think tank has said.

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HonuWorx subsea technology selected for major NATO innovation program

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/honuworx-subsea-technology-selected-for-major-nato-innovation-program

Underwater robotics being developed in Aberdeen could be used to protect Europe's subsea infrastructure after catching the eye of NATO.

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PTS Services proud to support Ellon Thistle FC for 2024/25 season

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/pts-services-proud-to-support-ellon-thistle-fc-for-2024-25-season

PTS Services is delighted to announce the sponsorship of the football strip for Ellon Thistle FC for the 2024/25 season.

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Committee members help local children ‘Believe in Magic’

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/committee-members-help-local-children-believe-in-magic

Members of Aberdeen City Council’s Anti-Poverty and Inequality committee today volunteered at the AberNecessities ‘Believe in Magic’ Christmas campaign ensuring “no child misses out on the wonder of the most magical time of the year.”

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Cornerstone's annual Dinner Dance a success

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/cornerstones-annual-dinner-dance-a-success

Thursday December 12 saw 190 people from all over Aberdeen dance the night away at Cornerstone’s Christmas Dinner Dance at the Beach Ballroom.

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Greenwell Equipment recruits new marketing specialist

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/greenwell-equipment-recruits-new-marketing-specialist

Aberdeen-based Greenwell Equipment, a leading provider of office furniture and warehouse solutions, has appointed a new marketing specialist as part of the business’ online growth plans for 2025.

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Music 4 U’s founding members of 500 4 500 initiative announced

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/music-4-us-founding-members-of-500-4-500-initiative-announced

Music 4 U is delighted to announce the founding members of the 500 4 500 initiative, a groundbreaking fundraising project that brings businesses together to transform the lives of young people through music.

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Greenwell Equipment supports leap Ai in office move and transformation

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/greenwell-equipment-supports-leap-ai-in-office-move-and-transformation

Greenwell Equipment, a leading provider of office furniture and warehouse solutions, supported Leap Ai with its move to the new premises on Greenbank Road and helped modernise the building to its specific requirements.

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Wood’s Middle East contract wins hit $920 million in 2024

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/woods-middle-east-contract-wins-hit-920-million-in-2024

Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, has secured a record $920 million of strategic wins across the Middle East in 2024.

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North Sea transition in action: Bilfinger selection adds further offshore expertise to floating wind consortium

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/north-sea-transition-in-action-bilfinger-selection-adds-further-offshore-expertise-to-floating-wind-consortium

Bilfinger, a leading industrial services provider, has been appointed by Cerulean Winds to join the alliance of companies developing the Aspen, Beech and Cedar floating offshore wind farms, which collectively will generate 3GW+ of renewable green energy.