If this message does not display correctly, click here or go to http://www.capitalwales.com/news   The Dragon Economist | Capital Wales News Update Issue 12 | February 2007
Capital Wales is home to over half of Wales' workforce and its industry. The region offers one of the most highly skilled and productive workforces in Europe along with an excellent quality of life and attractive investment packages. Call 01443 845821 to discuss the business assistance, grants and free advice we can offer to make a business expansion in Wales even easier. FLYING THE GREEN FLAG AT THE ECO-BUILDING Torfaen Council's Eco-building is celebrating achieving Level 2 of the Green Dragon Environmental Management Standard. If you are interested in visiting the eco-building or booking the conference facility, please contact: Gemma Ogden Tel: 01633 648083, e-mail: Gemma.ogden@torfaen.gov.uk read more »» Welsh Building of the Year A flagship business development and powerful symbol of the regeneration of a former industrial site has won a Welsh Building of the Year accolade. read more »» SMF at the Cutting Edge Laser cutting and metal fabrication business, SMF is broadening its client base UK wide thanks to a £100,000 Regional Selective Assistance grant negotiated by accountancy firm Clay Shaw Thomas. read more »» Recycling firm looks to sell abroad KindaGroup on Bridgend Industrial estate produce decking (KindaDek), fencing boardwalks, timber frames and skirting boards, which are made from a combination of plastic and mainly pine wood waste from saw mills. read more »» HOLBROOK TIMBER IN THE FRAME Bridgend based Holbrook Timber Frame recently picked up the Western Mail's annual business award for the fastest growing company in the manufacturing sector in Wales. read more »» GOING 'GREEN' MAKES GOOD BUSINESS SENSE A specialist contract packaging company has found a 'green' solution to deal with its waste effectively. Elite Packaging offer solutions for packaging as well as providing professional advice and service on how to pack, store and deliver to customers. . read more »» Diagnostics company breaks ground for new manufacturing plant in Pencoed A new and innovative diagnostic product will soon be manufactured at Pencoed. Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, a Johnson & Johnson company, recently marked the start of work on a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility on the outskirts of Pencoed. The First Minister, Right Honourable Rhodri Morgan AM attended the prestigious event to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony. read more »»	Business Sectors: Several industry sectors have developed a particularly strong business presence in the South East Wales region. Biotec Contact Centres Aerospace/Engineering Food/Packaging Medical Financial Services Software & IT For a copy of the Dragon Economy Business Report call 01443 845822 Why South East Wales? Quality of Life The variety of rural landscape and urban regeneration offers a diversity of living, working and leisure options. Technology & Innovation Over 75% of revenues in the region are achieved from products and services less than 3 years old. Archived Newsletters Issue 1 - March 2006 Issue 2 - April 2006 Issue 3 - May 2006 Issue 4 - June 2006 Issue 5 - July 2006 Issue 6 - August 2006 Issue 7 - September 2006 Issue 8 - October 2006 Issue 9 - November 2006 Issue 10 - December 2006 Issue 11 - January 2007
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