Northern Cyprus party trip causes controversy

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Student representation organisations have warned teens from booking a summer holiday with Austria’s biggest post-graduation bash organiser for safety reasons. The Austrian Pupils Union warned yesterday (Weds) that the holiday resort in northern Cyprus chosen by DocLX was situated near a prohibited area. “There is an ammunition depot right behind the hotel. The students do […]

Baumax upholds EE focus

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Tools and DIY equipment chain Baumax continues its expansion in Eastern Europe (EE).The Klosterneuburg-based firm opened a store in Pleven, northern Bulgaria, yesterday (Weds). The 12,000-square-metre shop is the firm’s fifth representation in the country.Baumax is active in nine European countries. Around 10,700 people are employed in its 152 shops of which 67 are located […]

BMW recalls around 1,200 motorcycles

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BMW Austria – the Austrian branch of German car and motorcycle producer BMW – is calling back more than 1,000 motorbikes.Drivers association ÖAMTC said today (Weds) the company decided to recall 1,191 motorcycles of various series due to problems with their back-wheel suspensions. The organisation said all owners have already been informed. ÖAMTC added it […]

AWO to host renewable energy showcase in Prague

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The Austrian Foreign Trade’s (AWO) representation in Prague is to host a showcase in a bid to strengthen ties with Czech companies in the renewable energy sector, it has been announced.Officials said many “very interesting and promising” biomass, biogas and waste management projects were currently going on in the Czech Republic.Austria is the official partner […]