Dream derailed

Article Abstract:

The likely factors behind small family business failure are discussed. The case of Great Northern Rail founded by the Moore family is examined. A key factor is considered to be the role of the financier, which started competing in the same market.

Line-Haul Railroads, Railroad Freight Operations, Railroads, line-haul operating, Business Failures, Bulk Commodities Svc, Rail Merchandise Traffic, Analysis, Rail freight

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Plastic fantastic

Article Abstract:

A profile of Plantic Technologies, a Melbourne based startup that developed a biodegradable plastic, is presented. David McInnes, the managing director of Plantic traces the period from research to its commercialization.

Miscellaneous Plastics Products, NEC, Rubber & Plastic Products, Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing, Plastics materials and resins, RUBBER AND MISC. PLASTICS PRODUCTS, Plastics industry, Company Profile, New business enterprises, Startups, McInnes, David, Plantic Technologies Ltd

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Mine of its own

Article Abstract:

The details on business growth of Groundprobe, which posted $13.1 million for 2004-05 under chief executive David Noon, are presented. The company ranks second among AustraliaEs top fastest-growing start-up companies.

Sales, profits & dividends, Measuring & controlling devices, not elsewhere classified, Planning, Measuring and Controlling Devices, Instrument industry, Instrument industry (Equipment), Company sales and earnings, Business planning, Growth, Company earnings/profit, Business plans, Rankings, Company growth, Noon, David

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