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INDEXSwansea Bay Tidal Lagoon, expected to be
completed in 2017, will be the world’s first
purpose-built tidal energy lagoon, capable
of generating predictable, renewable
electricity for more than 120,000 homes
over 120 years.
Designed by LDA Design, the £750 million
energy generating scheme also features
new beaches and areas for water sports,
as well as links to Swansea University’s new
waterside campus, with a visitor center and
sports facilities.
The power of the Welsh tides will be
harnessed to provide reliable and long-term
electricity. Plans include low-cost electricity
tariffs for local homes, and a share offer.
Harnessing the power
of Swansea
A manufacturer in the UK’s Black Country
region is furthering its international
expansion after recent investments in staff
and machinery.
Hague Fasteners is set to more than
double its exports by supplying markets in
Asia, Australasia, Europe and the Middle
East.
The fastener and component maker has
bought a 4-axis CNC machining center,
launched a new website and started an
online marketing campaign. Managing
director Jon Hague said: “We’ve had
our best ever year since relocating to
Willenhall in 2008, with international sales
now accounting for almost 50 percent of
our business – more than double the levels
we enjoyed prior to moving.
“There has been a massive shift in
purchasing attitudes and customers
are now actively seeking British-made
products and we’ve had to move quickly
to take advantage of this.”
Hague Fasteners is expecting a further 20
percent increase in sales by the end of
2013.
Fastener company looks
further afield
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