Chief of UK engineering conglomerate warns of disruption due to global shortage
Brittain will have job of convincing market a listing is as good as an outright bid
R&D spend to be increased in drive to establish strong position in sector
Acquisition of US detection group marks first step away from strategy of dismantling conglomerate
Commodities slump hits companies that make industrial goods
Difficulties at John Crane division reflect pressure caused by oil price fall
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