Basic 'copter deal paves way for more

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Westland has received an order for 15 EH-101 helicopters from the Canadian government. A previous order for 50 EH-101 helicopters had previously been cancelled by Canada. A further order for EH-101 aircraft could come from the Canadian navy, though there will be competition from US companies. There could also be civil orders for EH-101 helicopters. Westland accounts for a quarter of the turnover of GKN, and the company's only new program for helicopters is the EH-101.

Aircraft, Aircraft Manufacturing, Military Helicopters, Contracts, Helicopter industry, Westland Helicopters Ltd.

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Hansom: rough riding

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Hansom shareholders have replaced Peter Jennings as chairman of the company with Jonathan Mervis while Adrian Palmer is the new managing director. The company paid too much for 163 cabs purchased from Stewarts Garages, according to investors. Legal action is being taken over the deal which meant that depreciation charges were increased in FY 1996. The company forecast a profit of 1.6 million pounds sterling for 1996 to 1997 but may not even achieve 400,000 pounds.

Management, Hansom Co.

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Taxi maker appeals to Europe

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Jubilee Automotive is studying whether to seek a judicial review on restrictions affecting vehicles that can be used for taxis in London, England. The company has also requested intervention from the European Transport Commission. Taxis in London, can only use three vehicles under the Hackney Carriage Rules. Manganese Bronze dominates this market, and its dominance would be affectd if the rules were changed. The rules have been adopted by many other UK cities.

Laws, regulations and rules, Automobile industry

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