The heir of British construction equipment manufacturer JCB has warned of a possible departure from the United Kingdom. Behind the threat are apparently economic or political burdens for the family business from Staffordshire. Concrete triggers could be tightened regulations, higher energy costs, or tax burdens. For construction companies that rely on JCB machines, a relocation of the manufacturer would be particularly relevant for service and spare parts supply.
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