Latest news with #M7
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
M7 motorway delays in Sydney as truck bursts into flames
A truck on fire has shut down one of Sydney 's busiest motorways. The M7 remains closed southbound at Cecil Hills in the city's south-west, more than three hours after the fiery scenes unfolded just after 5am. Footage from a passing motorist showed firefighters battling the massive inferno as thick smoke billowed into the sky. The truck driver managed to escape the vehicle unharmed. It's understood the truck was carrying a load of carpets. The gutted remains of the truck remain at the scene. Diversions remain in place via Elizabeth Drive and Cowpasture Road. Motorists should consider using The Horsley Drive and Cowpasture Road, or Elizabeth Drive and Cowpasture Road to rejoin the M7 at Hinchinbrook. Allow extra travel time as traffic is heavy in both directions. Traffic delays extend past Hoxton Park Road.
News.com.au
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Delays on Sydney's M7 after truck fire at Cecil Hills
Sydney commuters are facing lengthy delays after a truck fire shut down several lanes on a major route through the city's west. All southbound lanes on the M7 at Cecil Hills have been closed on Thursday morning, after a truck caught fire just past Elizabeth Drive. Traffic has banked up along the motorway, stretching back towards Horsley Park. Transport NSW is urging motorists to use The Horsley Drive and Cowpasture Rd, or Elizabeth Drive and Cowpasture Rd, to rejoin the M7 at Hinchinbrook. Commuters are being warned to allow for extra travel time and follow the directions of emergency and traffic crews at the scene.
Cision Canada
a day ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
SIG SAUER Celebrates Major Milestone: 100 Million Round Annual 6.8mm Ammunition Capacity
American Manufacturing Creates Economic Growth for Arkansas JACKSONVILLE, Ark., July 1, 2025 /CNW/ -- SIG SAUER, a leading U.S. defense manufacturer and proud ammunition partner to the U.S. military, achieved the milestone of 100 million 6.8mm round annual capacity at its state-of-the-art facilities in Jacksonville, Arkansas. SIG SAUER is invested in continual increases to overall capacity, paving the way to double output over the next few years. This achievement solidifies SIG SAUER's pivotal role in supporting the U.S. Army's Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) Program, delivering transformational 6.8mm ammunition to equip America's warfighters with unmatched velocity and lethality. This milestone reflects SIG SAUER's significant capital investments in advanced machining, innovative technology, and cutting-edge equipment at its Jacksonville, AR facilities. Leveraging automation and novel manufacturing techniques, SIG SAUER is home to some of the most modern ammunition production capabilities in the world. Since breaking ground in Arkansas 2017, SIG SAUER invested over $225M in facilities and equipment, bringing over 675 jobs into the state with an overall economic impact of $300M annually. "This incredible accomplishment proves what we already know: Arkansas is an arsenal for democracy," said Governor Sanders. "Congratulations, SIG SAUER - I'm proud that you chose Arkansas to plant your roots and continue to deliver on your commitment to our workforce, community, and Arkansans' right to keep and bear arms." SIG SAUER's infrastructure ensures a sustainable, high-volume production of 6.8mm ammunition while maintaining output for legacy calibers such as 5.56mm and 7.62mm as well as a complete pistol ammunition line. "Achieving 100 million rounds of 6.8mm ammunition capacity is a proud moment for SIG SAUER and our all-American workforce in Arkansas," said Sean McGee, Vice President, Ammunition Operations. "Our 6.8mm ammunition, paired with the M7 and M250 rifles, delivers unmatched performance to meet the demands of today's battlefield. We are honored to lead the way in modernizing small-arms technology and building the arsenal of the future." Located in Jacksonville, Arkansas, the SIG SAUER ammunition plant encompasses six extensive facilities on a 100+ acre campus, serving as a hub for innovation and production, highlighting SIG SAUER's commitment to R&D and technological advancement. Our latest state-of-the-art addition to the SIG SAUER Arkansas ammunition campus, a 210,000 square ft. facility, is designed to significantly boost production capabilities and facilitate high volume precision manufacturing of new 6.8mm ammunition. This advanced structure is strategically equipped with high-capacity production lines, which enable the facility to achieve an output of 100 million rounds of 6.8mm ammunition per year, with continual increases to overall capacity, paving the way to double output over the next few years.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Sheikha Moza visits VCUarts Qatar exhibition
DOHA: Chairperson of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser has visited the annual 'Art and Design Now: Year End Show' presented by the Class of 2025 students and graduates of Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar. In a post on her X account, Sheikha Moza said, "I was delighted to visit the annual Art and Design Now: Year End Show at M7, presented by the talented Class of 2025 students and graduates of @VCUQatar . The exhibition showcases innovative and creative works by more than 70 emerging artists and designers. These inspiring projects reflect a deep connection to culture, technology, and contemporary issues, offering a glimpse into the promising future of art and design in Qatar. The Art and Design Now: Year End Show presents a dynamic vision of the future of art and design, addressing themes such as cultural identity, environmental sustainability, and social awareness. The exhibiton will continue till July 5.
Irish Independent
18-06-2025
- Irish Independent
Driver on cocaine caught speeding at 175kmh as Gardaí seize untaxed car
The driver was stopped by Laois Roads Policing Unit and was arrested on the spot. Follow Independent Laois on Facebook The vehicle was seized by gardaí after further checks revealed that it was untaxed for the previous six months. Gardaí have asked that all motorists keep the roads safe for everyone and issued this reminder: 'Speed kills. Drugs impair. No tax, no excuse'. Meanwhile, the Laois Roads Policing Unit also stopped a driver texting on their phone of the M7 over the weekend. When the vehicle was stopped it had no insurance, tax or NCT and was seized. The driver was issued with a fixed charge notice and court proceedings have commenced.
