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Railway business: major projects such as the Channel Tunnel rail link between London and Paris have highlighted UK expertise. Image by Arup/Daniel Clements

UK rail expertise is winning global business

Britain can make strong claims to have invented the modern railway - and its companies with decades of expertise are in global demand as nations develop their transport systems.

 

15 May 2012

by Dick Meredith, London Press Service

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Vantage point: finishing touches are being made at the Shard in London, Europe’s tallest building. Image: London Bridge Quarter

How the world came together to build the Shard

 

Construction workers in London are putting the final touches to Europe’s tallest building, 12 years after the project was conceived, as the last few floors of the Shard take shape.

 
High-tech, low-cost: a shoebox-size CubeSat made in the UK, a global leader in this field. Image by Clyde Space

The UK’s Star Trek speeds into warp drive

 

”Resistance is futile” was the menacing refrain that emanated from the all-conquering Borg Cubes in the blockbuster science-fiction franchise Star Trek.

 
 

Trade  &  Industry

Clean-up: tiny tubes that suck in CO2 from the air are being developed by Professor Eleanor Campbell’s team. Image by EPSRC

Planting ‘fake trees’ by the roadside to clean the air

 
 
 
Charles Baughan, managing director of award-winning UK food company Westaways meets enthusiastic young tasters. Image by Westaways

British food and drink exports are growing in new markets

 
 

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Science  &  Technology

Antiviral agents may help reduce progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Image by Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Scientists find drugs to put the brakes on Alzheimer’s disease

 
 
 
Magic technology: innovation keeps the UK at the top of the game. Image by Plessey

Birthplace for innovative new technologies

 
 

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Creative  &  Design

Great outdoors: the Hiut Denim firm is to create top quality clothes “that will last”. Image by Hiut Denim

Clothing designers find future business is in their jeans

 
 
 
High fashion: Ruby Rocks’ blend of vintage and quirky is becoming one to watch. Image by Ruby Rocks

Hot shoe shuffle as new footwear designers hit town

 
 

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Environment  &  Energy

Circuit board: the National Grid, improving the flow of power in the UK. Image by National Grid

Record-breaking power link between two UK countries

 
 
 
Growing business: Welsh government minister Alun Davies launches a green research centre. Image: Welsh government

Beacon research centre shines light to boost green economy

 
 

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