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...
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...
Tuesday, 29th 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.According to travel company Holiday Extras, the increase in cabin baggage allowances could trigger longer security queues and check-in waiting times. This is likely to be a major concern for the large majority...
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.The attraction, which could create some 3,500 jobs, will be based on the work of children's author Hans Christian Andersen, the Sheffield Star reports.Developers are currently looking into the scheme and have identified four...
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.The 40-metre LED display is set to be erected at the country's busiest shopping destination, Sandton City, Bizcommunity.com reports.With 4.4 trillion colours, the screen promises to offer television and advertising with quality...
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.Birmingham City Council has advertised for a globally renowned architect to come forward with ideas for the new £193 million Library of Birmingham.Set to be constructed in the city's Centenary Square, the library and...
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.On Monday the FTSE 100 index endured losses of around £77 billion as a result of fears of recession in the US; the worst one-day slump since September 11th 2001.However, a surprise...
Thursday, 24th 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.The Rockford MetroCentre in the US state is the permanent home of American Hockey League's Rockford Icehogs, as well as the United Indoor Football's Rock River Raptors.The 10,000-capacity multi-functional arena also hosts a huge variety of events including...
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story

A giant LED screen costing a massive £670,000 is to be installed at a major convention centre in Pakistan.Government officials have approved the new technology at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad, the Pakistan Daily Times reports.The screen, which will measure 16ft by 24ft with an eight millimetre pixel pitch, will replace an existing...
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.Forthcoming building work on the Grand Mosque in the Saudi Arabian holy city of Mecca will be capable of holding some 500,000 more worshippers, the Arab News reports.Built under orders from Saudi Arabian King...
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story