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INEOS Inovyn Expands PVC Portfolio with Low Carbon and Recycled Products

(IN BRIEF) INEOS Inovyn has announced an expansion of its PVC portfolio, introducing new products designed to address society’s everyday needs with a reduced carbon footprint and increased recycled content. The company’s BIOVYNTM, a bio-attributed PVC, aims to become carbon-neutral, … Read the full press release

Lagardère Travel Retail to Elevate Food and Beverage Experience at Varna and Burgas Airports from 2025

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Travel Retail is set to enhance the food and beverage offerings at Varna and Burgas international airports from 2025 as it takes on the management of the Foodservice Master Concession. This transformation will introduce new concepts from … Read the full press release

Lagardère’s Shareholder Vivendi Extends Rights to Sell Shares Until June 2025

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère acknowledges that its shareholder, Vivendi SE, has unanimously approved the extension of the exercise period for the rights to sell Lagardère shares until June 15, 2025. This extension maintains the terms and conditions outlined in the public … Read the full press release

France’s Textile Recycling Revolution: Nouvelles Fibres Textiles Launches Automated Plant

(IN BRIEF) Nouvelles Fibres Textiles, in partnership with Pellenc ST and ANDRITZ, has inaugurated France’s first automated textile recycling plant. This pioneering facility, launched on November 30, 2023, marks a significant step toward a circular economy for textiles. The plant’s … Read the full press release

Lagardère Group Announces Key Appointments: Michel Sibony, Gérald-Brice Viret, and Serge Nedjar Assume Special Advisor Roles

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Group has announced significant leadership appointments, with Michel Sibony appointed as Special Advisor to the Chairman and CEO, focusing on purchasing and performance management, while also maintaining roles in other prominent groups. Gérald-Brice Viret assumes the position … Read the full press release

Maxime Saada Appointed Vice-President of Lagardère Group, Enhancing Media Expertise

(IN BRIEF) Maxime Saada has been named Vice-President of the Lagardère group and has joined its Executive Committee while retaining his current roles. Saada, who holds an MBA from HEC and has a background in various leadership positions, including as … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Invites Small Buyers to Join Multi-Buyer Solar PPA in Spain

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp is facilitating a European multi-buyer corporate power purchase agreement (PPA) for a solar asset portfolio set to be built in Spain in 2024. The global solar developer, with over 35GW of solar projects in development worldwide, … Read the full press release

Marloes van Kooten to Take Over as Managing Director Purchasing at Witt Group

(IN BRIEF) Marloes van Kooten will be joining the Witt Group management team on March 1, 2024, with plans to succeed Stefanie Zühlke-Schmidt as Managing Director Purchasing on September 1, 2024, following a six-month onboarding period. Marloes brings over 30 … Read the full press release

BESTSELLER and SOLshare Power Textile Factory in Bangladesh with Rooftop Solar System

(IN BRIEF) BESTSELLER, a fashion company, and its partner SOLshare have successfully installed the first rooftop solar system on a textile supplier’s factory in Bangladesh. This initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce the environmental impact of BESTSELLER’s … Read the full press release

Maersk’s Omnichannel-Fulfillment Powers Double Eleven Retail Success with 8.15 Million Orders Processed

(IN BRIEF) Maersk, a global leader in integrated logistics, has showcased its Omnichannel-Fulfillment (OCF) capabilities during China’s Singles Day (Double Eleven) shopping festival, supporting 56 key clients across 16 OCF sites in China. Maersk’s team successfully managed 8.15 million outbound … Read the full press release

Tanzanian Leatherworkers Shine at BIO Africa Convention, Paving the Way for Business Growth

(IN BRIEF) Tanzanian leatherworkers from the Bulawayo Leather Cluster showcased their craftsmanship and commitment to business development at the 2023 BIO Africa Convention, a premier event for innovation and scientific advancement in Africa. The Bulawayo Leather Cluster, supported by Solidaridad’s … Read the full press release

Henkel Adhesive Technologies Recognizes Strategic Partners with Annual Supplier Awards

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has presented its annual Supplier Awards to recognize the successful collaboration with its strategic partners for the 10th consecutive year. In 2023, awards were given to Kraton, Wanhua, and Kolon in the categories of Sustainability, … Read the full press release

DHL Supply Chain and AutoStore Extend Partnership to Revolutionize Global Warehouse Automation

(IN BRIEF) DHL Supply Chain and AutoStore, a leading robotic technology company specializing in automated storage and retrieval systems, are expanding their collaboration to advance automated warehouse operations on a global scale. DHL, already involved in nine operational AutoStore warehouse … Read the full press release

Maersk Expands Omnichannel Fulfilment Network in Australia with Seven New Facilities

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) is strengthening its presence in Australia by opening seven new facilities across the country as part of its global integrator strategy. These additions, to be completed by Q1 2024, will bring Maersk’s total number of … Read the full press release

Newest publication: If you want peace, prepare for war!

(IN BRIEF) Sallux Publishing proudly announces the completion of the translation of the French book “Si tu veux la paix, prépare la guerre!” by French Army Colonel and scholar François-Régis Legrier. The publication aims to provide Christian politicians, foreign policy … Read the full press release

Leading Pulp Producer Södra and Lenzing Win ITMF Award for Circular Textile Innovations

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group and Swedish pulp producer Södra have received the ITMF Award 2023 in the “International Cooperation” category for their collaborative efforts in textile recycling and the circular economy. This recognition was presented at the ITMF Annual … Read the full press release

CUPRA Expands to Paris with Inaugural City Garage, Showcasing Electric SUV

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, the Spanish automaker, has made its mark in Paris by opening its first CUPRA City Garage on the prestigious Boulevard de la Madeleine. The new City Garage, celebrated with an event featuring French pastry chef Jeffrey Cagnes … Read the full press release

Novartis Reports Positive Results for Atrasentan in IgA Nephropathy Study

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has reported positive interim results from its Phase III ALIGN study involving atrasentan, an oral endothelin A receptor antagonist, for the treatment of IgA nephropathy (IgAN). The study demonstrated that atrasentan significantly reduced proteinuria (excess protein in … Read the full press release

Mongolia’s Cashmere Industry: EBRD Initiatives for Sustainability and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Mongolia is a significant player in the global cashmere industry, producing nearly 40% of the world’s raw cashmere. However, challenges such as limited processing capacity and environmental issues threaten the industry’s sustainability. To address these challenges, the European … Read the full press release

Nominees for Brick Award 24 Unveiled: Celebrating Innovative Brick Architecture Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) The nominees for the Brick Award 24, an international prize for brick architecture, have been announced, with 50 projects selected from 743 submissions across 54 countries. These projects showcase innovative and sustainable uses of brick as a building … Read the full press release

EBRD’s Support Transforms Mongolian Leather Brand Maris into a Sustainable Success Story

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has supported the growth and sustainability of Mongolian leather producer Maris through its advisory services. Maris, founded by Enkhnasan Tumen-Ulzii, focuses on sustainable leather production and uses innovative vegetable tanning … Read the full press release

Eni Awards 2023 Recognize Pioneering Research in Energy and Environment

(IN BRIEF) The Eni Awards ceremony for 2023 took place at Palazzo del Quirinale in Rome, attended by the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella, Eni’s Chairman Giuseppe Zafarana, and Eni’s CEO Claudio Descalzi. These awards, now in their fifteenth … Read the full press release

Kaihara and Lenzing Celebrate Three-Decade Partnership with Denim Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Lenzing Group, a global producer of wood-based specialty fibers, and Kaihara, a Japanese denim manufacturer, have formed a groundbreaking partnership to redefine denim fashion on a global scale. Leveraging TENCEL™ branded fibers, their collaboration aims to cater to … Read the full press release

BASF Partners with Asahi Kasei’s ROICA Division to Produce Sustainable Stretch Fibers for Apparel

(IN BRIEF) BASF is supplying its biomass balanced tetrahydrofuran (THF BMB) to Asahi Kasei’s ROICA Division to produce sustainable stretch fibers under the ROICA™ brand. This collaboration aims to support the launch of a new sustainable apparel collection and achieve … Read the full press release

Sustainability Takes Center Stage: Dutch Universities Join Forces on SDG Action Day

(IN BRIEF) Saxion, ROC Twente, and the University of Twente have united on SDG Action Day to spotlight the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote a sustainable future. They are collaborating on Sustainability Week, which features educational activities … Read the full press release

BASF Agricultural Solutions Hosts Global Farmers’ Delegation at UN Headquarters

(IN BRIEF) BASF Agricultural Solutions organized an event called “United for the Biggest Job on Earth” at the United Nations headquarters to bring together a global delegation of farmers from Europe and the United States. The event aimed to address … Read the full press release

Barclays Bolsters Internet Banking Team with Key Appointments: Emma Taylor as Global Head and Carmen Chan as Managing Director

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has appointed Emma Taylor as the Global Head of Internet Coverage and Carmen Chan as a Managing Director of Internet Coverage within the Technology Investment Banking division. Emma Taylor, with nearly 20 years of experience in Technology … Read the full press release

Stradivarius Set to Make Debut in Germany’s ECE Shopping Center at Milaneo Stuttgart, Expanding Inditex’s Presence

(IN BRIEF) Inditex’s fashion brand, Stradivarius, is set to debut in Germany at the ECE shopping center, Milaneo Stuttgart. The leasing contract has been signed, and the store is scheduled to open in November 2023, marking the brand’s first-ever store … Read the full press release

AFRY Experience Studios Expands into Italy with New Bologna Office, Focused on Automotive and Sustainable Design

(IN BRIEF) AFRY Experience Studios is opening its fourth office in Bologna, Italy, aiming to enhance its global automotive solutions and deliver sustainable design services. Bologna’s design-rich environment and automotive industry presence make it an ideal location for AFRY’s expansion. … Read the full press release

Loughborough University’s Cyclists Shine at Cycling World Championships with Record-Breaking Performance

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University’s participation in the Cycling World Championships began with a British record set by current student Sophie Capewell in the women’s team sprint. Capewell, along with her teammates Emma Finucane and Lauren Bell, qualified fastest with a … Read the full press release

Environmental Consultancy Firm LUC Leases Office Space in Manchester’s Fourways Building Amidst Strong Demand for Characterful Spaces

(IN BRIEF) Savills, an international real estate advisor representing XLB & Pictet Alternative Advisors, has secured a new ten-year lease at Fourways in Manchester for environmental consultancy firm LUC (Land Use Consultants). LUC has acquired 2,241 sq ft of office … Read the full press release

LEGO and Warner Bros. Discovery Launch LEGO Harry Potter Gringotts Wizarding Bank Set

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group and Warner Bros. Discovery have unveiled the LEGO Harry Potter Gringotts Wizarding Bank set, the newest addition to the LEGO Harry Potter product range. The set features a highly detailed representation of the bank from … Read the full press release

University of Bristol’s MBS Project Empowers Migrants and Refugees in Business Ventures

(IN BRIEF) The University of Bristol has collaborated with ACH (Ashley Community Housing) and the West of England Combined Authority on the Migration Business Support (MBS) project, aimed at boosting the prospects of migrants and refugees in the UK. The … Read the full press release

Lagardère Travel Retail and Inflyter Revolutionize Duty-Free Shopping with Expanded Digital Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Travel Retail and Inflyter have announced an expanded partnership to revolutionize the Duty-Free shopping experience. The collaboration aims to digitalize the shopping process for travelers, allowing them to browse and purchase items before their journey begins. The … Read the full press release

Marks & Spencer Expands Shwopping Scheme with Dedicated School Uniform Boxes

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) is expanding its Shwopping scheme by introducing dedicated school uniform Shwop boxes in over 200 of its stores across the UK. The initiative, in partnership with Oxfam and eBay, aims to give pre-loved school … Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi Welcomes First Annual Meeting of Global XR Management Community, Hosted by INSEAD

(IN BRIEF) INSEAD, a leading business school, hosted the first Annual Meeting of the Global XR Management Community with support from the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). The event brought together 42 academics from 24 international institutions … Read the full press release

Global Design Competition by Bentley Motors and Dezeen Sets Stage for Sustainable Luxury Retail

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors and Dezeen have teamed up to launch a global design competition called ‘The Future of Luxury Retail’. The competition invites architects and designers to explore innovative ideas and experiences that will shape the luxury retail industry … Read the full press release

Holcim and Norman Foster Foundation Demonstrate Sustainable Living Solutions for Displaced Populations

(IN BRIEF) Holcim and the Norman Foster Foundation have unveiled the Essential Homes Research Project at the 2023 Biennale of Architecture in Venice. The project aims to address the essential needs of displaced individuals by providing safe, comfortable, and sustainable … Read the full press release

Thales and Nozomi Networks Partner to Boost Industrial Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) Thales has partnered with Nozomi Networks to install network sensors at sites worldwide, providing dedicated and non-intrusive network supervision to enhance industrial cybersecurity and improve incident detection and response. The partnership expands Thales’s expertise in network monitoring and … Read the full press release

Zalando revolutionizes online shopping with virtual fitting room experience

(IN BRIEF) Zalando, the popular online fashion platform, is introducing a virtual fitting room experience for millions of customers across all markets. In this campaign, customers can create a 3D avatar by entering their height, weight, and gender. For a … Read the full press release