Brexit and Covid spark parts shortage for vital machinery

With spring work well underway the demand for spare parts for vital machinery is inevitably reaching a seasonal peak but there are signs that stocks are running low and costs are rising.

Ewan Pate
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Brexit and Covid spark parts shortage for vital machinery
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With spring work well underway the demand for spare parts for vital machinery is inevitably reaching a seasonal peak but there are signs that stocks are running low and costs are rising. Equipment manufacturers...

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