Polycomp news achive for January 2008.

Southend airport expansion plans

Plans to construct a multi-million pound extension at Southend Airport could open up massive potential for LED display screens if a new investor for the airport is found.Regional Airports is seeking an investor for the venture which will include a new terminal, railway station, car park and hotel.It is hoped that the new development will help to make the Essex airport a significant London gateway.
Tuesday, 29th January 2008 - full story

Wales AE waiting times worst

NHS Wales officials have admitted they need to "improve patient experience" in hospital waiting rooms, as new figures show one of its largest hospitals has the longest waiting times in the country.Figures from the NHS show that emergency patients at the University Hospital of Wales face waits of more than four hours for treatment.Waiting time figures produced by the National Assembly reveal that some patients are waiting up to eight hours before being seen by a doctor.
Tuesday, 29th January 2008 - full story

Video boards crucial for ski race

Video boards proved vital for some of the globe's best skiers recently at the International Ski Federation's (FIS) World Cup in Canada.High-resolution full-colour outdoor video screens were used at the events in the Canadian Rockies, Panorama, British Columbia and Lake Louise, Alberta in November.The video displays allowed competitors to immediately verify their times after crossing the finish line and check their placing, marketwirepr.com reports.
Tuesday, 29th January 2008 - full story

Liverpool stadium revealed

The winning design for Liverpool's long-awaited Stanley Park stadium has been selected at last, opening up new opportunities in LED displays.
Monday, 28th January 2008 - full story

WWE rehaul uses LED technology

More than 1.2 million LEDs have been used in a brand new video board set for one of the world's biggest wrestling events.
Monday, 28th January 2008 - full story

At least the information screens are up-to-date: Airport check-in times criticised

Passengers may spend longer staring up at airport departure screens in future, as relaxed rules on hand baggage could draw out the check-in process.
Monday, 28th January 2008 - full story

Fairytale chance for south Yorkshire

Plans for a new £250 million theme park in south Yorkshire could present new opportunities for LED single line displays in future.
Monday, 28th January 2008 - full story

LED screen breaks South African records

South African shoppers will soon be aware of the country's largest and highest resolution outdoor digital advertising screen.
Thursday, 24th January 2008 - full story

Library search offers LED screen potential

A worldwide search is now underway for an 'inspirational' architect to design a new multi-million pound library in the Midlands.
Thursday, 24th January 2008 - full story

Bluebirds sing praises of new stadium

Cardiff City's new £46 million stadium is "bang on course" for its opening next year, the club has revealed.
Thursday, 24th January 2008 - full story

All eyes on stock markets during stormy conditions

Traders' eyes remain firmly fixed on LED electronic signs and displays in trading floors this week as global stock markets have been left reeling from a turbulent few days.
Thursday, 24th January 2008 - full story

Liverpool fans continue wait for stadium plans

Reds supporters continue to wait for confirmation of the final designs for Liverpool Football Club's new stadium.
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story

£600k LED screen set for convention centre

A giant LED screen costing a massive £670,000 is to be installed at a major convention centre in Pakistan.
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story

State-of-the-art screens for top US venue

High-tech LED screens have recently been installed in one of Illinois' biggest entertainment venues.
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story

Mosque extension offers new signage potential

The construction of a massive extension in one of the world's biggest mosques could provide new opportunities for manufacturers of LED displays.
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story

London 2012 launches 'business dating' site

Hundreds of UK businesses are being given the chance to win contracts to work on and supply the London 2012 Olympic Games, thanks to a new online "business dating agency".
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story