Putting brakes on production seen as sensible move by Michelin
Managers at Dundee's Michelin tyre plant have been praised for protecting jobs after announcing a production shutdown during a ''perfect storm'' for the firm. (...)
Three-week shutdown at Dundee plant as Michelin tries to 'weather the storm' of falling tyre sales
Dundee's Michelin tyre plant will shut down for three weeks later this month as the multinational firm tackles a drop in sales caused by the financial crisis in Europe. (...)
Eurozone problems prompt short-term production cut at Michelin in Dundee
Michelin has been forced to temporarily put the brakes on production output at its Dundee plant following a slowing in demand for car tyres. (...)
Michelin's Dundee factory feeling benefit of motorists' move to winter tyres
Sales of specialist winter weather tyres produced in part at Dundee's Michelin factory have soared. (...)
PEACE talks: group formed to discuss windfarm proposals
Contentious windfarm proposals for Angus have spurred residents to form a working group to discuss the matter. (...)
'Dundee is going places' — First Minister hails Michelin jobs announcement
The multi-million-pound investment in Dundee's Michelin factory will secure its future for ''generations'', First Minister Alex Salmond has told The Courier. (...)
Michelin announcing major investment in Dundee plant
A remarkable turnaround in the fortunes of Dundee's Michelin plant will be completed today when the company confirms a multi-million-pound investment in the factory and the creation of 140 jobs. (...)
Former Michelin chief executive and director Thomas Ferguson
A former Michelin chief executive and director — the first manager of its Dundee site — has died, aged 86. (...)
Sharp increase in numbers claiming benefits across Tayside and Fife
There has been a dramatic spike in the number of people claiming the dole in Tayside and Fife in the last year, new official figures have shown. (...)
GlaxoSmithKline plans two 130-metre wind turbines at Montrose site
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is hoping to install two wind turbines on its Montrose site, taller than the ones at the Michelin tyre plant in Dundee. (...)
Michelin managing partner 'extremely optimistic' about new jobs at Dundee site
The global head of Michelin has reaffirmed the company's commitment to Dundee and says he is "confident" 140 new jobs will be created at the Baldovie Road plant. (...)
Quiz night raises funds in tribute to Monifieth dad Christopher Richardson
Family, friends and former colleagues gathered at a fund-raising quiz night to celebrate the life of a Monifieth man who died of stomach cancer aged just 41. (...)
Family of Monifieth dad-of-three Christopher 'Sas' Richardson thank community for support
A Monifieth woman mourning the death of her husband has hailed the "overwhelming support" her family received during his illness. (...)
High hopes of Michelin jobs boost for Dundee
Dundee could be set for a significant and welcome employment boost, with tyre manufacturer Michelin planning to create 140 jobs and returning to seven-day working at its plant in the city. (...)
Smart Exporter scheme opens up a world of opportunities
Around 60 business representatives from Dundee and Angus gathered on Monday to find out how to take the export route to success. (...)
Car brings bride and joy for Dundee couple
A Dundee car wash added a bit of polish to a bride's big day by ensuring she got to the church in style. (...)
VIDEO: Michelin wind turbine struck by 'thunder snow' lightning
A wind turbine at Dundee's Michelin factory was struck by lightning during the 'thunder snow' storm at the weekend — and the spectacle was caught on video. (...)
Former Dundee councillor Mr Peter Court
Former Dundee Labour councillor Peter Court has died at home at the age of 60. (...)
City wakes up to a towering surprise
Dundee residents woke up on Thursday morning to the unusual sight of an oil rig towering hundreds of feet above the city. (...)
Tyre pressure survey shames Dundee drivers
Dundee motorists have been named and shamed for neglecting their tyre pressures, following a study of more than 4500 vehicles around the UK. (...)