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: This article is about the city of Derby in England. For other meanings, see Derby (disambiguation)

Industry

Derby's two biggest employers, Rolls-Royce plc and the Toyota Motor Corporation, are both in the manufacturing trade. Egg, the Internet and telephone bank, has its national base in Derby.

Related Topics:
Rolls-Royce plc - Toyota Motor Corporation - Egg - Derby

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Derby was for many years a significant railway centre, with both British Rail workshops and research facilities in the town. The town was also formerly the centre for the Midland Railway. Although the facilities are now largely moribund, Derby station retains an important strategic role in the rail network.

Related Topics:
Midland Railway - Derby station

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History
Landmarks
Industry
Culture, entertainment and sport
Education
Media
Towns and villages
Places of interest
Famous residents

 

 

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