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Daily Record
8 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Dumbarton boss enthused with new owner - but budget pressures remain for L2 bid
The Sons boss admits his side will face a tough fight in terms of finances - but believe his side can still compete well in League Two. Dumbarton boss Stevie Farrell has been left full of praise for the club's new preferred bidder - and said clarity over the club's future will help as they plot to climb out of their admin-enforced League Two deficit. The Sons boss has been locked in intensive discussions with Canadian Mario Lapointe after the businessman was named by the club's administrators as the prospective new man at the helm last month. The club's prospects off the pitch now look much brighter as an escape from administration is planned in the coming weeks - but Farrell warned a tighter playing budget next term means a high turnover of the squad at the Rock is likely ahead of the fourth-tier return. He told the Lennox: 'The relationship has started very positively and we speak most days. 'He is very enthusiastic and has put his money where his mouth is, so it's an exciting time for the club because he is very invested in the club and making it a success. 'The discussions we have had have also been very transparent and truthful; the budget this year will be reduced quite considerably and he has told me the reasons for that but I like the fact that I know where I stand and I'm going about my business accordingly. 'We are likely to lose the majority of our squad from last year and the process of building for the next campaign is well underway.' The fate of many members of last season's Dumbarton squad has been up in the air, with winger Craig McGuffie announced as leaving the club, following on from Jinky Hilton's move to Clyde. Talented Rangers youngster Kristian Webster - who impressed after moving into a full-back role at the tail end of the last campaign - could possibly be a target for a return to the Rock after his release from the Ibrox club was confirmed last week. But despite the monetary constraints - and a minus-five points deduction to start the season due to entering administration - Farrell is bullish about his record in the division and in the squad he will be able to build. 'Speaking with Mario has allowed us to have complete clarity in where we are and the market for players, so we're way down the line with that while keeping the restrictions in place we have until the middle of June due to administration', he added. 'We will have one of the lowest budgets in the league but I believe we can compete in the division and myself and my coaching staff have a history in League Two and how football is a changeable thing. 'There is a real positive vibe at the club now and the new owner has really lifted the spirits and much of the doom and gloom that had been about over the ownership at the club for a long time. 'The calmness is clear and there is no longer a sense of looking around the corner for the next problem from the ownership side; that brings stability to the club and that is so important.'
Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
Gardeners told to use £1.10 kitchen staple to stop ants from coming into homes
An expert has shared a natural method to stop ants in their tracks this summer, so you can protect your garden from the bugs without using chemicals While having ants in your garden might not be overtly harmful, they're known to be a nuisance that could potentially cause damage. In fact, they're notorious for encouraging pest infestations and disrupting plants - and they can also create large mounds or hills that create uneven surfaces and interfere with mowing. Fortunately, there is a natural method that is known to create a barrier between your garden and ants - and this "tried and true" tip reportedly works with minimum fuss. With summer just around the corner, many green-fingered Brits will be doing all they can to ensure a blooming garden and are turning to natural methods to help defend their plants and their hard work from critters. A gardening expert has explained how a cheap household item can work as a natural barrier to help stop ants ruining your garden. Gardening expert Tammy Sons spoke to GB News and shared her natural solutions for ant control: cinnamon, reports the Express. She said: "I respond to ants attempting to take my fruit and vegetables by using tried-and-true methods that always work." You can create a natural barrier by using diatomaceous earth or cinnamon around your vulnerable plants that's been hailed as a "cost-effective and safe solution to deter ants", Sons said. Another of her top tips to help banish ants from your garden includes other common items found in your kitchen. She said: "My favourite unique approach to keeping ants away from my garden beds involves spreading citrus peels and brewed coffee grounds around the area." She pointed out that this green method serves as both an ant repellent and a brilliant way to recycle kitchen waste, explaining that "ants dislike the particular scent which doubles as a fantastic method to recycle kitchen waste". When it comes to protecting fruit trees, Sons advocates using a sticky barrier insect trap, a tactic that deters ants without resorting to harsh chemicals. She stressed the need for a garden to be a haven for plants but not for ants, stating: "Your gardening space should welcome plant growth while remaining unattractive to ants." The expert also noted that small lifestyle changes can have a big impact without breaking the bank, adding: "Adopting minimal lifestyle changes produces significant results with very little financial investment,". Gardening gurus recommend a mix of preventative measures, natural deterrents, and targeted ant control methods for maintaining a garden free of ants.
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Three years after takeover Air India wants to walk without Tata hand holding
Air India, three years post-Tata Sons acquisition, is striving for profitability and reduced reliance on promoter equity. CEO Campbell Wilson highlights initiatives like airline mergers, tech upgrades, and fleet modernization to cut operational costs. Despite narrowed losses in FY24, airspace closures pose challenges, but Air India focuses on service quality and strategic routes to attract premium customers amidst rising competition. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads ( Originally published on Jun 01, 2025 ) Three years after salt-to-steel conglomerate Tata Sons acquired Air India, the airline is aiming to be profitable and cut its dependence on equity investment from promoters, the airline's CEO Campbell Wilson in an interview to ET, didn't put a timeline to become profitable, but outlined multiple initiatives like the merger of four airlines into two, upgrading archaic software systems to modern ones, a strong order book for new aircraft while retrofitting the older ones and a better trained workforce as some of the steps which is reducing the cost of to an internal presentation reviewed by ET, the airline, late last year, had set a target to become profitable by FY 27. But closure of the Pakistani airspace for Indian carriers is likely to delay that, say experts.'I think the trajectory is very positive. While Air India has got new aircraft and improved standards, the low cost unit Air India Express has gone from 25 to 100 aircraft in a very short period of time and hence, there is some consolidation that needs to be performed,' Wilson said.'So if you, if you take the 2 units, both have slightly different trajectories, but in totality, are in the right place,Referring to the five-year transformation plan 'Vihaan' which was announced in September 2022, Campbell said,The airline significantly narrowed its losses in FY24, reporting a loss of Rs4,444 crore compared with Rs11,387 crore loss in FY23, its first full year after privatisation in 2022.'It'll take still a little bit more time to achieve what we want to achieve, but it was a five year project in the beginning'.The closure of the Pakistan air space has put a spanner in Air India's road to profitability. Due to the closure, which started on April 24, Air India's flights to North America are being forced to take detours and stops at Vienna and Copenhagen, leading to increased expenses.'It's not insignificant, but you know, as long as it covers the cost of operation, we will continue to operate. We don't know the extent to which the bottom line is going to be affected. We will try to minimise the effect,' Wilson airline has taken multiple mitigating steps like reducing the number of seats sold to reduce weight of aircraft such that only four routes are now doing dual strategy of operating a low cost and full service product though is helping to improve the balance sheet, the top executive said, as the low cost unit will be able to have cost parity with rival IndiGo in domestic sectors while Air India is earning a premium due to better product and service standards.'Previously, there weren't any sufficient advantages to overcome brand reputation, product and service that weren't as developed. But as we attain parity or even leadership on those things, those plus non-stop connections are clearly a competitive advantage,' Wilson airline's passenger revenue has more than doubled with a 49% market share on the top five metro routes and revenue from cargo has tripled since passengers for the airline has increased four times since acquisition, and is 10% of total traffic as the airline has revamped its flight schedules from neighbouring and South East Asian countries and flights are timed such that passengers connect to destinations in Europe, East Asia and Australia with minimum waiting is heating up as rival IndiGo, which has over 60% share of the domestic market, is readying to launch flights to though feels that the service standard and product of Air India will be attractive to the high-paying customers while IndiGo attracts the price conscious travellers. 'There's a premium market that is going via somewhere else because the non-stop proposition isn't of sufficient quality. We are catering to a different market segment and just need to be focused on our product quality, loyalty programme, catering, perception and connectivity,' he the airline's cabin upgrade program has been delayed significantly due to supply chain problems. Passengers flying to Europe and North America regularly complain about the worn out cabin or non-functional seat back screens. 'So there is more consistency to the product than earlier and there will be complete consistency in two years,' Wilson Tata Sons remain patient? 'You should ask them,' he quipped.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Whirlpool Foundation Announces 2025 Sons & Daughters Scholarship Recipients
NORTHAMPTON, MA / / May 29, 2025 / The Whirlpool Foundation announced that it has awarded 23 scholarships to the students of Whirlpool Corporation employees through the Sons & Daughters College & Vocational Training Scholarship Program. The scholarship program is in its 73rd year. These scholarships celebrate the best and brightest among high school seniors across Whirlpool Corp. locations - including the company's 10 U.S. manufacturing communities. The Whirlpool Foundation provides these scholarships through a competitive process in which children of more than 20,000 U.S. Whirlpool Corporation employees are eligible to apply. "These scholarships can make a tangible impact in helping to pay for the education needed to start the career journey they have been preparing for." "Each year we are honored to invest in the future of some of the brightest high school graduates through this scholarship program," said Traci Robinson, managing director of the Whirlpool Foundation. "These scholarships can make a tangible impact in helping to pay for the education needed to start the career journey they have been preparing for." The following children of Whirlpool Corporation employees have been selected to receive a 2025 scholarship: Abigail Crisp, child of Jason Chad Crisp Allison Kettle, child of Devrim Kettle Ashlyn Bouillon, child of Dennis Bouillon Ashlyn Henry, child of George Henry Brandon Gerding, child of Tracy Gerding Chase Russell, child of Bobby Russell Colton Long, child of Matthew Long Hope Morris, child of Scott Morris Jillian Kaufman, child of Michael Kaufman Kai O'Neal, child of Carmaleta O'Neal Lizzie Gares, child of Amy Gares Luke Felty, child of Greg Felty Mackenzie Hurley, child of Joshua Hurley Matthew Salzman, child of Daniel Salzman Michael Burkhart, child of Bryan Burkhart Mya Inkrott, child of Chad Inkrott Nevaeh Dewitt, child of Mariah Dewitt Ritika Wadke, child of Sonali Wadke Savanna Sanchez, child of Salvador Sanchez Selah Ogle, child of Ashton Ogle Tanishka Jadhav, child of Deepali Jadhav Taylor Fredritz, child of Katherine Fredritz Zoey Burns, child of Daniel Crouse The Sons & Daughters College & Vocational Training Scholarship Program has provided more than 2,600 scholarships and honor awards totaling over $18 million, with 89 scholarship and award recipients currently attending colleges, universities and vocational schools across the U.S. Children of any full-time Whirlpool Corporation employee at the director level and below are eligible. Students pursuing a 4 year degree will receive $30,000 over 4 years and students working toward a 2 year vocational degree will receive $15,000 over 2 years toward their respective educational costs. Students must maintain a 2.8 grade point average to maintain their scholarship. Whirlpool Foundation Since 1952, the Whirlpool Foundation has been making real, positive differences in local communities where Whirlpool Corporation families live and work. This is accomplished through two central pillars: House+Home. "House" supports a decent and affordable place to live and plan for the future, and "Home" focuses on creating thriving, resilient communities with the essential services, quality education, and job training needed to help people dream bigger and do better. The Foundation has an absolute commitment to equality and fairness and takes an innovative approach to social investing that prioritizes impact with measurable results. View original content here. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Whirlpool on Contact Info:Spokesperson: WhirlpoolWebsite: Email: info@ SOURCE: Whirlpool View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Glasgow Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Deal agreed to sell Dumbarton FC to Canadian entrepreneur
Administrators have confirmed plans for entrepreneur Mario Lapointe to take ownership of the club. The Canadian is the owner of an electronic manufacturing service provider based in Quebec and stepped in after ill health forced the collapse of a previous deal with Oxford-based Gareth Phillips. The Sons were plunged into financial trouble on November 18 last year, after officials announced they had been left with "no option" but to appoint Quantuma – a business advisory firm – to manage the administration process. READ MORE: Steven Gerrard Rangers path clear as rival 'lands' other job Stevie Farrell's men were deducted 15 points by the SPFL last season and were subsequently relegated to League Two. Administrators have announced that a deal has been struck and that they will now work with Lapointe to deliver the transaction "by the second week in June". A statement from Quantuma read: 'Following the withdrawal of the proposal from Gareth Phillips due to ill health, the Joint Administrators of Dumbarton Football Club Limited can confirm that they have now agreed Heads of Terms on a deal to sell the Club to Mario Lapointe. 'Mario Lapointe is a Canadian entrepreneur and business owner with a passion for sport and in particular football. 'The Administrators will now work with Mario and his advisors to deliver the transaction by the second week in June allowing everything to be in place for the new season, planning for which is well underway.' Dumbarton fans rallied together after the administration announcement last year, launching a GoFundMe campaign that has raised over £122,000 at the time of writing. The funds have helped cover player and staff wages, as well as running costs.
