<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Blackbird Communications Latest Press Releases</title><link>http://pressroom.prlog.org/blackbird/</link><description>About Blackbird Communications - Based in Hertfordshire, UK, Blackbird Communications is a public relations consultancy that helps clients to be seen, heard and understood in their markets. Whatever your story, we can help you tell it.</description>
<item><title>Bristol Academy puts UK's elite automotive technicians to the test</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12158854-bristol-academy-puts-uks-elite-automotive-technicians-to-the-test.html</link><description>Over fifty of the country's top automotive technicians from the bus and coach sector battled it out for the honour of being recognised as the best in the business, at leading motor vehicle training provider, Bristol-based S&amp;B Automotive Academy.</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:12:46 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Demand growing for EKTA's LED screen solutions in European TV</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12129927-demand-growing-for-ektas-led-screen-solutions-in-european-tv.html</link><description>Ukrainian manufacturer of LED professional high quality screen products, EKTA, has seen increasing demand for its LED screens and other video control systems amongst TV broadcasters across Europe.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 10:44:14 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bristol Mayor supports Academy plans for automotive training campus</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12120283-bristol-mayor-supports-academy-plans-for-automotive-training-campus.html</link><description>The ambition of leading training provider, S&amp;B Automotive Academy, to create the first dedicated training campus for apprentices in the motor industry in its home city has won the support of Bristol's Mayor.</description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:59:55 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Car salvage business Bluecycle rolls out new developments</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12120246-car-salvage-business-bluecycle-rolls-out-new-developments.html</link><description>Online car salvage auction specialist, Bluecycle, has introduced a number of new benefits to cement its position as the UK's leading platform for the trading of automotive salvage.</description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:03:01 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Essex apprentice wins major automotive industry award</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12115735-essex-apprentice-wins-major-automotive-industry-award.html</link><description>An apprentice registered with the Independent Windscreen Academy, a leading training provider for automotive glazing, has won a prestigious award from the Institute of the Motor Industry for his achievements.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:31:43 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>EKTA Vision to showcase new tech at Prolight + Sound exhibition</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12101758-ekta-vision-to-showcase-new-tech-at-prolight-sound-exhibition.html</link><description>The latest in cutting-edge video display and control technology from EKTA will be showcased at this year’s Prolight + Sound exhibition by the Ukrainian manufacturer’s German partner, EKTA Vision GmbH, which is responsible for sales and rental of EKTA...</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:31:08 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Brayleys takes the worry out of car maintenance</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12100822-brayleys-takes-the-worry-out-of-car-maintenance.html</link><description>Helping Hertfordshire motorists save money and learn a thing or two about keeping their cars in tip top condition between regular services is the objective of a new initiative from Kia and Mazda dealership, Brayleys, in Harpenden.</description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:41:54 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Entertainment industry 'wowed' by EKTA's new interactive LED floor</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12080543-entertainment-industry-wowed-by-ektas-new-interactive-led-floor.html</link><description>Leading European manufacturer of LED video display products, EKTA, has launched its latest generation interactive Wowfloor, following increased demand.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 10:08:19 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>EKTA to launch next generation LED video display screens at Integrated Systems Europe show</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12061182-ekta-to-launch-next-generation-led-video-display-screens-at-integrated-systems-europe-show.html</link><description>Leading European manufacturer of LED display screens, Ukrainian-based EKTA, is taking the wraps off its latest technology at ISE this month with the unveiling of two state-of-the-art LED screens for indoor and outdoor applications.</description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:50:07 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Kiev's brand new Ocean Plaza retail centre gets the EKTA LED screen treatment</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12045167-kievs-brand-new-ocean-plaza-retail-centre-gets-the-ekta-led-screen-treatment.html</link><description>One of Europe's leading manufacturers of LED display screens, EKTA, has installed a giant LED video set on the façade of Ukraine's new flagship retail centre.</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:40:23 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Automotive glazing apprentice reaps the rewards of learning whilst earning</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12019093-automotive-glazing-apprentice-reaps-the-rewards-of-learning-whilst-earning.html</link><description>Motorglass apprentice Jamie Medlicott is in top gear for a career in automotive glazing thanks to an Apprenticeship, managed by the Independent Windscreen Academy.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:27:06 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Full-time automotive learners flock to Bristol training academy</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12016962-full-time-automotive-learners-flock-to-bristol-training-academy.html</link><description>One of the UK's leading automotive training centres has seen a strong resurgence in vocational learning with significant growth in full-time students and apprentices during 2012.</description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:32:23 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Pioneering '2nd Face' initiative offers shot in the arm for car dealer Service Advisors</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/12000452-pioneering-2nd-face-initiative-offers-shot-in-the-arm-for-car-dealer-service-advisors.html</link><description>Launch of informative videos aims to boost customer take up of necessary service work.</description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 09:54:47 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>New motor apprentice gets into top gear at Brayley Honda St Albans</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11994785-new-motor-apprentice-gets-into-top-gear-at-brayley-honda-st-albans.html</link><description>Hertfordshire motor dealer, Brayley Honda, located in St Albans, has taken on its latest new apprentice in partnership with the Honda Institute.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:25:15 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>S&amp;B Automotive Academy offers new route for technicians seeking MOT tester status</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11983225-sb-automotive-academy-offers-new-route-for-technicians-seeking-mot-tester-status.html</link><description>Following an extensive pilot programme, Bristol based training provider, S&amp;B Automotive Academy has begun to offer a new VOSA recognised accreditation route for technicians who want to progress to become MOT testers.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:17:19 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Brayleys Cars reports promising start to new Kia and Mazda dealership in Harpenden</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11970657-brayleys-cars-reports-promising-start-to-new-kia-and-mazda-dealership-in-harpenden.html</link><description>In the first three months since opening a new Kia and Mazda dealership in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, Brayleys Cars has reported a better than expected performance, despite the challenging economic climate.</description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Sep 2012 09:01:12 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Finalists announced for 2012 UK Master Fitter automotive glazing competition</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11955798-finalists-announced-for-2012-uk-master-fitter-automotive-glazing-competition.html</link><description>The competition to find the country's top automotive glazing technician is nearing a climax with the announcement of the six finalists for UK Master Fitter 2012, which will take place at the Skills Show in Birmingham during November.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2012 10:22:26 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bluecycle's 'Retail Ready' online auction wins industry award</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11932345-bluecycles-retail-ready-online-auction-wins-industry-award.html</link><description>A new online trading platform to help motor traders source used stock has been voted ‘Best Newcomer’ to the retail motor industry by car dealers, thanks to the innovation of leading online auction specialist, Bluecycle.</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:51:21 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>UK's elite bus and coach engineers compete at award winning academy in Bristol</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11914781-uks-elite-bus-and-coach-engineers-compete-at-award-winning-academy-in-bristol.html</link><description>In a bid to showcase the talents of the best of British engineering, a new three-day event to find the top bus and coach technicians in the UK was hosted at multiple award-winning training centre, S&amp;B Automotive Academy, in Bristol.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 08:56:22 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Search begins to find UK's top automotive glazing technician</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11876407-search-begins-to-find-uks-top-automotive-glazing-technician.html</link><description>The hunt is on to find the UK’s best automotive glazing technician. Following a series of regional heats, six finalists will compete for the title of UK Master Fitter 2012 at the national Skills Show taking place in Birmingham, in November.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 08:23:35 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Online auction business Bluecycle launches 'Retail Ready' car forecourt</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11873955-online-auction-business-bluecycle-launches-retail-ready-car-forecourt.html</link><description>Online salvage auction specialist, Bluecycle has moved into sales of drive away cars with the launch of a new auction channel for retailing fully roadworthy vehicles.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 06:38:25 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bristol automotive academy goes triple Platinum</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11830273-bristol-automotive-academy-goes-triple-platinum.html</link><description>Bristol based apprentice training provider, S&amp;B Automotive Academy, has won a major industry accolade for the third successive year in recognition of its contribution to skills development in the UK automotive sector.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:24:07 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Security window film specialist AGT takes to the air in London</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11830253-security-window-film-specialist-agt-takes-to-the-air-in-london.html</link><description>London based security glazing specialist, Advanced Glass Technology (AGT) has taken on its biggest project with a six figure contract to install anti-shatter window film on the Emirates Air Line cable car stations under construction in London.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:47:42 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Brayley Motor Group expands in Hertfordshire with new Kia and Mazda franchises</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11805656-brayley-motor-group-expands-in-hertfordshire-with-new-kia-and-mazda-franchises.html</link><description>A St Albans based car dealer group is growing by 25% in 2012 thanks to the addition of a Kia and Mazda franchise to complement its existing four Honda dealerships across Hertfordshire, North London and Essex.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:26:55 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>New online auction site Bluecycleplant.com to shake up plant sector</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11773199-new-online-auction-site-bluecycleplantcom-to-shake-up-plant-sector.html</link><description>Offering a unique business model that enables sellers of used plant equipment to reach a wider audience and list them for free, Bluecycle Plant has launched its new online auction website.</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:46:41 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Dynamic duo joins the team at Hemel Hempstead dealership</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11770427-dynamic-duo-joins-the-team-at-hemel-hempstead-dealership.html</link><description>With a range of skills between them, including chef, bricklayer, musician and car valeter, Tom Wright and Alex Hill have shown themselves to be gifted car salespeople in their new roles at Brayley Honda.</description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:35:36 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bristol Automotive Academy extends international reach with new exchange programme</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11765350-bristol-automotive-academy-extends-international-reach-with-new-exchange-programme.html</link><description>One of the UK's leading apprentice training organisations, Bristol based S&amp;B Automotive Academy, is showcasing its world-class facilities by launching a series of foreign student exchanges for the first time in its 41-year history.</description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:56:15 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Security glazing specialist AGT looks ahead to an Olympic year</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11723213-security-glazing-specialist-agt-looks-ahead-to-an-olympic-year.html</link><description>As the Olympic games comes to London next year, security glazing specialist, Advanced Glass Technology (AGT) is gearing up for a significant boost in orders from businesses within the city.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:52:37 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Intertechnic launches online ex-fleet auctions to boost used car market</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11708594-intertechnic-launches-online-ex-fleet-auctions-to-boost-used-car-market.html</link><description>A new online auction for end of fleet vehicles has been launched to help used car dealers source much needed stock for their forecourts.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:57:08 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>UK automotive academy goes supersonic thanks to Bloodhound SSC partnership</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11705165-uk-automotive-academy-goes-supersonic-thanks-to-bloodhound-ssc-partnership.html</link><description>Preparing the UK’s next generation of engineers and technicians has taken a leap forward with the official opening of a state-of-the-art technology centre at leading independent training provider, S&amp;B Automotive Academy in Bristol, UK.</description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:05:02 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>New Apprenticeship will offer sweet reward says London IT firm</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11669751-new-apprenticeship-will-offer-sweet-reward-says-london-it-firm.html</link><description>A brand new Apprenticeship in IT skills is helping one London based IT support business to grow its own workforce in response to a shortage of skilled IT personnel.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 10:59:59 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Motor vehicle apprentices show their mettle</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11662435-motor-vehicle-apprentices-show-their-mettle.html</link><description>High flying apprentices at a Hemel Hempstead Honda dealership, Brayley Honda, have shown their skills and been given the opportunity to manage their own workshop ramps.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:04:33 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bristol Academy sees record apprentice achievers in 40 year history</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11653536-bristol-academy-sees-record-apprentice-achievers-in-40-year-history.html</link><description>Despite a challenging year for employers in the UK automotive sector, Bristol based training provider, S&amp;B Automotive Academy, has delivered the most number of Apprenticeships in its 41 year history.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 07:51:48 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bristol Automotive Academy lecturers Ride the Wire for war veterans</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11650221-bristol-automotive-academy-lecturers-ride-the-wire-for-war-veterans.html</link><description>Two motor vehicle lecturers from Bristol have cycled the entire distance of the World War 1 trench line in aid of blind and visually impaired war veterans.</description><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 09:56:09 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Phone hacking scandal in UK tabloid press triggers anti-surveillance boost</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11599980-phone-hacking-scandal-in-uk-tabloid-press-triggers-anti-surveillance-boost.html</link><description>Revelations regarding phone hacking within the UK tabloid press have prompted firms to take a fresh look at their security procedures, according to leading security glazing specialist, Advanced Glass Technology (AGT).</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 09:50:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bluecycle calls for global standards to improve future reputation for car salvage</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11589033-bluecycle-calls-for-global-standards-to-improve-future-reputation-for-car-salvage.html</link><description>More cars will be produced in the next 20 years than in the entire previous history of the global motor industry. More vehicles sold mean more to dispose of. The statistics are eye-watering but what can the motor salvage industry do about it?</description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:23:06 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bristol Academy named UK's most outstanding automotive training provider</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11565554-bristol-academy-named-uks-most-outstanding-automotive-training-provider.html</link><description>Against competition from more than two hundred colleges and training providers across the UK that deliver automotive qualifications, Bristol based S&amp;B Automotive Academy has been honoured as Outstanding Approved Centre of the Year.</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:12:46 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Prevent more than just your skin from peeling this summer says Advanced Glass Technology</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11560037-prevent-more-than-just-your-skin-from-peeling-this-summer-says-advanced-glass-technology.html</link><description>Outdated security film could pose a serious risk to buildings and occupants and invalidate insurance says leading UK security glazing firm AGT</description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 09:28:19 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Sky's the limit for dynamic duo at Brayley Honda</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11551512-skys-the-limit-for-dynamic-duo-at-brayley-honda.html</link><description>Having bucked the trend for high staff attrition in the UK retail motor industry with a staff turnover rate of just 10%, Hertfordshire franchised dealer group, Brayley Honda, is celebrating the promotion of two shining stars.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:31:56 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Online Reputation Management - Dark art or legitimate and essential PR technique?</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11550037-online-reputation-management-dark-art-or-legitimate-and-essential-pr-technique.html</link><description>Maintaining a positive Google CV should be a priority for every business but what happens when bad news hits through no fault of your own? Do you endure years of negativity and lost custom or do you take action?</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:40:10 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Automotive Academy triumphs at global education and learning 'Oscars'</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11518141-automotive-academy-triumphs-at-global-education-and-learning-oscars.html</link><description>The development of ground-breaking technology to assess apprentices in the workplace via the internet has earned S&amp;B Automotive Academy, a medal of excellence at the international education and training industry’s 2011 ‘Oscars’ in California.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 09:22:02 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Don't follow auto dealers down under says Symco Training</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11433966-dont-follow-auto-dealers-down-under-says-symco-training.html</link><description>Annual ‘trust survey’ of professions in Australia reveals car salesmen are ranked lower than the 'oldest' profession</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 08:34:42 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bluecycle’s new Compliance Team will help customers manage ‘red tape’</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11429917-bluecycles-new-compliance-team-will-help-customers-manage-red-tape.html</link><description>Tougher European regulations governing the recyclability of new vehicles has prompted leading car salvage auction business, Bluecycle, to create a new Compliance Team to help customers meet their obligations concerning the scrappage of cars.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2011 12:46:44 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bluecycle helps give young technicians an open road to a career</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11372156-bluecycle-helps-give-young-technicians-an-open-road-to-career.html</link><description>Accident damaged vehicles are being given a new lease of life in the skills training of young automotive technicians at a charity project based in Norfolk, UK, thanks to the involvement of Bluecycle, the leading online car salvage business.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2011 10:41:11 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>UK Automotive Academy in the running for global technology award</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11348102-uk-automotive-academy-in-the-running-for-global-technology-award.html</link><description>The pioneering use of wireless camera technology to assess learners in the workplace has propelled Bristol based training provider, S&amp;B Automotive Academy, into the spotlight of the global learning community.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2011 12:26:01 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Billy's one in a million</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11342078-billys-one-in-million.html</link><description>At the age of 48, Billy Lewis suffered a stroke and was told he would probably not survive brain surgery. He did but was told he would never walk again. He did and now he's still motoring almost thirty years later, having bought 11 news cars since.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:17:27 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Search for 2011 Master Fitter spearheads skills campaign in automotive glazing</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11247947-search-for-2011-master-fitter-spearheads-skills-campaign-in-automotive-glazing.html</link><description>The hunt is on for the UK’s top automotive glazing technician as part of a fresh campaign being launched by the Independent Windscreen Academy (IWA) to showcase the complex skills needed in today's automotive glazing sector.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:41:25 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>'Doctor' Doug chooses career in automotive diagnostics</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11202822-doctor-doug-chooses-career-in-automotive-diagnostics.html</link><description>A straight 'A' grade student has opted out of a degree course in Philosophy at university to pursue his love of cars by undertaking an Apprenticeship with Honda.</description><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:19:35 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>‘Tweeting’ reaps rewards for Hertfordshire family firm</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11128232-tweeting-reaps-rewards-for-hertfordshire-family-firm.html</link><description>UK based telephone answering service, JAM, has seen a major increase in business during 2010 thanks to the use of social media and networking by its owners, James and Katie Millman, which has also resulted in a number of awards for the company.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:31:51 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Advanced Glass Technology forms new partnership in India</title><link>http://www.prlog.org/11056233-advanced-glass-technology-forms-new-partnership-in-india.html</link><description>In response to demand for improved glass protection from Embassies, Non-Governmental Organisations and businesses in India, a specialist security consultancy in Mumbai has joined forces with London based firm, Advanced Glass Technology (AGT).</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:06:19 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>