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BASF Calculates Product Carbon Footprints for Key Nutrition Products, Outperforming Global Market Averages

(IN BRIEF) BASF, a leading chemical company, has calculated the Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs) for several key products in the human and animal nutrition markets, including vitamins, carotenoids, beverage processing polymers, feed enzymes, and feed performance ingredients. These PCFs represent … Read the full press release

Nutreco Appoints Claudio Cervellati as Chief Supply Chain Officer

(IN BRIEF) Nutreco has appointed Claudio Cervellati to the newly created role of Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) and as a member of Nutreco’s Management Board. Claudio, who joined Nutreco in December 2022, has extensive experience in senior leadership roles … Read the full press release

Valio introduces Valio Prime SMP for easier infant milk formula production

(IN BRIEF) Valio, a leading Finnish dairy company, has launched Valio Prime SMP, a new infant-grade skimmed milk powder designed to simplify the production process for infant milk formula (IMF) manufacturers while ensuring the highest microbiological quality. Valio Prime SMP … Read the full press release

GfK and Minderest provide comprehensive overview of current prices in the market

(IN BRIEF) GfK and Minderest have collaborated to provide better, data-driven pricing in e-commerce. The partnership enables decision-makers in both retail and manufacturing to have a comprehensive overview of current market prices and recommendations for actionable price adjustments through GfK’s … Read the full press release

GRETE PROJECT RESULTS PRESENTED TO TEXTILE INDUSTRY STAKEHOLDERS AT INTERNATIONAL CELLULOSE FIBRES CONFERENCE

The GRETE fibre: regenerated from paper-grade wood pulp

AN INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION OF HIGH-PROFILE EXPERTS DEFINED READY-TO-UPSCALE GREEN CHEMICALS AND TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE WOOD-TO-TEXTILE VALUE CHAIN (IN BRIEF)The GRETE project, an international collaboration of experts aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of the textile industry, presented their achievements to … Read the full press release

Shell’s latest scenarios explore energy and climate outcomes after Ukraine invasion

(IN BRIEF) Shell has released two new scenarios, Archipelagos and Sky 2050, which explore possible energy and climate outcomes following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Archipelagos shows how national interest remains a key priority, with renewables seen as a way to … Read the full press release

Nestlé Sets New Standard in Corporate Transparency with Nutritional Value Benchmarking

(IN BRIEF) Nestlé publishes its 2022 Annual Report and reports on the nutritional value of its global portfolio. The reports also highlight Nestlé’s progress on its Net Zero roadmap and its focus on creating shared value through sustainable practices. The … Read the full press release

Paper Supplier Voith Targets 90% Recycling Rate by 2030 with Innovative Pulping Technology

(IN BRIEF) Voith, the full-line supplier, is supporting a 90% paper recycling rate by 2030 as part of its “Papermaking for Life” program, through developing new fiber streams and an optimized recycling process. The firm is also creating new, innovative … Read the full press release

Telia Company Ranks Highly in Digital Inclusion Benchmark by World Benchmarking Alliance, Recognized for Cybersecurity and Skills Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Telia Company ranked 4th in Europe and 12th globally in the latest Digital Inclusion Benchmark released by the World Benchmarking Alliance. The benchmark assesses tech companies based on their progress towards improving access to technology, fostering trustworthy use, … Read the full press release

Deutsche Börse Commodities’ Xetra-Gold Remains Leading Physically Backed Gold Security in Europe

Xetra-Gold’s Assets Under Custody Reach €12.7 Billion at End of 2022 Deutsche Börse’s Xetra-Gold Shows Long-Term Increase in Gold Holdings (PRESS RELEASE) FRANKFURT, 6-Jan-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Deutsche Börse Group (ETR: DB1), an international exchange organisation and innovative market infrastructure … Read the full press release

Xetra-Gold de Deutsche Börse Commodities reste le principal titre aurifère adossé physiquement en Europe

Les actifs sous garde de Xetra-Gold atteignent 12,7 milliards d’euros fin 2022 Xetra-Gold de Deutsche Börse montre une augmentation à long terme des avoirs en or (COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) FRANKFURT, 6-Jan-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Deutsche Börse Group (ETR: DB1), une … Read the full press release

Saint-Gobain compra una participación minoritaria en la unidad de negocio de Megasol que fabrica fotovoltaica integrada en edificios

(COMUNICADO DE PRENSA) COURBEVOIE, France, 28-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Saint-Gobain (EPA: SGO), una multinacional francesa productora de materiales de construcción, de alto rendimiento y otros materiales, ha anunciado la adquisición de una participación minoritaria en la unidad de negocio de … Read the full press release

Equinor va augmenter ses exportations de gaz vers l’Europe de 1,4 milliard de mètres cubes

(COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) STAVANGER, 16-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Equinor ASA (OSE : EQNR, NYSE : EQNR), une société pétrolière, gazière, éolienne et solaire active sur plus de 30 marchés dans le monde , a annoncé que de nouvelles mesures et mesures ont été … Read the full press release

Equinor to increase its gas exports to Europe by 1.4 billion cubic metres

(PRESS RELEASE) STAVANGER, 16-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Equinor ASA (OSE:EQNR, NYSE:EQNR), an oil, gas, wind and solar energy company active in more than 30 markets globally, has announced that new measures and steps have been taken by the company, its … Read the full press release

Haizol expands its capabilities to include component assembly and product development

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 23-Oct-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Haizol, one of China’s largest manufacturers of custom parts, expands its offering to meet increasing customer demand. Now, the manufacturing giant offers services spanning from OEM manufacturing, to component assembly, and product development … Read the full press release

SGS Geneva is now a Gafta Approved Superintendent

(PRESS RELEASE) GENEVA, 26-Apr-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — SGS Geneva announces successful completion of Gafta Standard Audit and is now a confirmed Gafta Approved Superintendent. Demonstrating our technical expertise in supervision, sampling and check weighing for the Agri Commodities industry. As … Read the full press release

EBRD supports Ukraine agribusiness main player Kernel Group

US$57 million EBRD loan to Kernel Group as part of US$200 million syndication Funds to benefit farmers and support Kernel’s climate action strategy (PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 16-Apr-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) announces that … Read the full press release

Neowintech – Il Marketplace per la tua prossima soluzione finanziaria

(PRESS RELEASE) ROME, 26-Feb-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Questo è un periodo di abbondanza di informazioni. Per ogni argomento o area di interesse a cui si può pensare, vengono prodotte sempre più informazioni ogni giorno – 2,5 quintilioni di byte, per … Read the full press release

Neowintech – O Marketplace Da Sua Próxima Solução Financeira

(PRESS RELEASE) LISBON, 26-Feb-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Vivemos em tempos de abundância de informação. Para cada assunto ou área de interesse imagináveis, há cada vez mais informação a ser produzida diariamente – na ordem dos 2,5 quintilhões de bytes, para … Read the full press release

Glencore: incidents and fatalities not linked to Kamoto Copper Company operations or activities in Kolwezi, DRC

Glencore: incidents and fatalities not linked to Kamoto Copper Company operations or activities in Kolwezi, DRC

(PRESS RELEASE) BAAR, 28-Jun-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Glencore‘s subsidiary Kamoto Copper Company (KCC) is not connected to the incidents and the fatalities of illegal artisanal miners across its industrial mining concessions in the Kolwezi area, Democratic Republic of the Congo. … Read the full press release

Barclays to offer its U.S. clients alternative liquidity pool in euro interest rate swap clearing via EurexOTC Clear

Barclays to offer its U.S. clients alternative liquidity pool in euro interest rate swap clearing via EurexOTC Clear

Barclays to offer the Eurex’s OTC clearing services through its U.S. registered FCM (PRESS RELEASE) FRANKFURT AM MAIN, 14-Jun-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — EurexOTC Clear has just announced that the transatlantic consumer and wholesale bank Barclays has joined its OTC clearing … Read the full press release

Glencore will cooperate with the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission on their investigation

(PRESS RELEASE) BAAR, 26-Apr-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Glencore has announced it has been notified by the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) about an investigation they are going to carry out in regard to possible violation of certain provisions … Read the full press release

Glengorm becomes another great success for Total in the North Sea offshore U.K.

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, 29-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Total has announced a new significant discovery on the Glengorm prospect located in the Central Graben, which is part of the P2215 license. The license was previously part of the Maersk Oil portfolio, in water … Read the full press release

Henkel reports 2018 preliminary sales of 19.9 billion euro

Implementation of Henkel 2020+ well under way Preliminary results 2018: Good performance despite significant headwinds Stepping up investments in brands and innovations to capture growth opportunities in consumer businesses and accelerate digital transformation Outlook for fiscal 2019 reflecting increased growth … Read the full press release

Food Waste Recycling Machine Sales to Reach 10,890 units in 2018 on the Back of Growing Investments in Sustainable Solutions

DUBLIN 2, Ireland, 05-Nov-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Fact.MR’s recent study on food waste recycling machine market foresees a promising growth, driven by proactive initiatives for fostering environmental sustainability. An amalgamation of pivotal aspects, ranging from launch of legislation around food waste … Read the full press release

Surplus Supply Reflects Growing Avidity in the Europe Cocoa Market – Fact.MR Study

DUBLIN 2, Ireland, 23-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — A recent study by Fact.MR on the Europe cocoa market brings interesting insights to the fore. The comprehensive report by Fact.MR tracks cocoa production and consumption across key European markets. The report is available … Read the full press release

Halloumi Cheese Popularity Soars in Europe as UK Maintains its Lead as the Largest Market – Fact.MR Study

DUBLIN 2, Ireland, 16-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Glancing through the dairy segment of retail aisles in Europe offers a clear comparison of preference for halloumi cheese than other cheese varieties. According to a Fact.MR study on halloumi cheese market, 76% of … Read the full press release

Europe Emulsifier and Co-Emulsifier Market Witnessing a Shift Towards Bio-based Variants – Fact.MR Study

DUBLIN 2, Ireland, 11-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — The unwavering consumer focus on personal variables such as effects of aging, being conscious about self-image and physical attractiveness has been capitalized by personal care product manufacturers, and as an outcome, new personal … Read the full press release

Europe Non-Dairy Toppings Market Riding on the Coattails of Growing Vegan Revolution, Finds a New Fact.MR Study

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DUBLIN 2, Ireland, 10-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — The Europe non-dairy toppings market revenues continue to head north, as the growing vegan population ramps up demand for non-dairy ingredients. Shelves and aisles across European retail stores and hypermarkets have been observed with … Read the full press release

Major companies form new venture to digitalise the trade and commodities finance sector through blockchain

Fifteen of the world’s largest institutions, including banks, trading companies, an inspection company1 and an energy major have formed a new venture known as komgo SA, that will seek to digitalise the trade and commodities finance sector through a blockchain based open … Read the full press release

Schuster Manfred Hubert agrees with future oil predictions

Oil and Energy BEIJING, China, 01-Mar-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Crude oil prices will average $60/b in 2018 and $61/b in 2019. That’s an increase from last month’s Short-Term Energy Outlook by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. In January 2018, oil prices briefly hit $70/b. In … Read the full press release

BEWi Group AB to acquire Synbra Holding B.V. from a consortium led by Gilde Buy Out Partners

Etten-Leur, the Netherlands and Solna, Sweden, 19-Feb-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — BEWi Group AB (“BEWi”) today announced that it has submitted a binding offer to acquire Synbra Holding B.V. (“Synbra”), a leading manufacturer of particle foam products for thermal (building and construction) and … Read the full press release

RCH Europe to Present Smart Solutions for POS at INTERGASTRA 2018

Multiplatform cloud-based technology for an increasingly mobile world INNSBRUCK, Austria, 15-Jan-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — RCH Europe, the provider of advanced point of sale systems for the retail, food and beverage, and the public administration sector will showcase its latest range of … Read the full press release

Solidaridad co-organizing the Inclusive Landscapes Finance Pavilion at The Global Landscape Forum (GLF) in Bonn

Utrecht, Netherlands, 20-Dec-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The Global Landscape Forum (GLF) will take place in Bonn, Germany on 19 and 20 December. This annual event brings together thought leaders and practitioners working on landscape solutions around the globe. Solidaridad, together … Read the full press release

Round 2 of the Aquaculture Innovation Challenge Selects 15 Bright Ideas

UTRETCH, 21-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — After the first round of the Aquaculture Innovation Challenge (AIC), hosted by Seafood Trade Intelligence Portal (STIP), Solidaridad and Fresh Studio, 15 innovation plans have been chosen for round two. Successful entries included those addressing issues … Read the full press release

La Morella Nuts to launch organic and sustainable nuts in Cologne trade fair

New range of organic Mediterranean nuts that burst with authentic flavors and come in a diverse range of applications At ISM, la Morella Nuts announces the development of its sustainable nuts program to guarantee a future for the profession and … Read the full press release

No need for preservatives with the new chocolate and fruit fillings from Barry Callebaut

New fillings offer multisensory experiences boosting the taste of pralines, tablets and biscuits Fillings made without added vegetable fats or preservatives Chocolate fillings are solely made with Swiss chocolate ZURICH, 07-Feb-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — On the occasion of the ISM … Read the full press release

European Commission to strengthen the regulation of commodities markets and curb price speculation

BRUSSELS, 02-Dec-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Commission has taken important steps today to strengthen the regulation of commodities markets and curb price speculation. It also ensures that firms active on these markets are regulated appropriately. The package completes the rulebook … Read the full press release

Glencore to sell Glencore Rail (GRail) coal haulage business for A$1.14 billion to Genesee & Wyoming Australia

Baar, Switzerland / Sydney, Australia, 21-Oct-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Glencore has reached agreement with Genesee & Wyoming Australia (GWA) to sell its Glencore Rail (GRail) coal haulage business in the New South Wales Hunter Valley for A$1.14 billion. The closure of the … Read the full press release

The volume of supply spot trading of oil products for the current 6 months on Ukrainian Energy Exchange amounted to $US 88.6 million

KYIV, 01-Jul-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — For the 6 months of holding spot electronic trading on the electronic trading platform of the Ukrainian Energy Exchange Public company PJSC “Ukrgasvydobuvannya” has managed to significantly increase the level of competition on its resource … Read the full press release