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In the first five months of 2024, trade between China and countries where Portuguese is spoken has surged to unprecedented levels, marking a significant milestone for economic exchange.   Data from a prominent trade organization reveals that exports from Portuguese-speaking countries to China have soared to a record US$58.4 billion. This marks a substantial 12.9% […]

June 27, 2024

Kristan

Supply Chain

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Canada’s Green Procurement Policy, revised in 2022, marks a major step forward in embedding climate accountability within public sector purchasing. The updated policy mandates that federal departments and agencies actively consider and disclose greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with major procurements, including goods, services, and construction projects. This initiative aligns with the federal government’s broader […]

June 25, 2024

Daisy

Logistics, News

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The Warehousing and Material Handling Exhibition (WAREMAT) is set to take place from August 1st to 3rd, 2024, at the CODISSIA Trade Fair Complex in Coimbatore. This event provides a unique opportunity for businesses to explore new prospects in warehousing, material handling, storage, logistics transportation, and supply chain management. It will also serve as a […]

The AUTOROBOT Expo, a leading event dedicated to automation and robotics, has once again brought together industry professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts from around the world. As the global manufacturing industry embraces its fourth revolution, the spotlight is on the transformative impact of robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI).   Automation and robotics have seen significant […]

The Philippines is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in the fintech sector, driven by a synergy of government initiatives and private sector innovations. With the country’s digitalization efforts accelerating, fintech adoption is poised to reach 72% of the population by 2024. This burgeoning growth is highlighted by the impressive $344 million in funding raised in […]

New Delhi, India  â€” AMTEX (Asian Machine Tool Exhibition), one of India’s most significant events in the metal cutting and machine tools industry, is set to take place at Pragati Maidan, Delhi, from July 26 to 29, 2024. Since its inception in 2001, AMTEX has been a cornerstone event for industry professionals, offering a unique […]

Belfast, Northern Ireland –  The 2024 Northern Ireland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition is set to take place at the TEC Belfast on  September 12th. This event will gather industry leaders, academic experts, and government agencies to engage in a day of insightful keynotes and dynamic debates, focusing on the future of manufacturing […]

June 20, 2024

Daisy

News, Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam –  The Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) and VINEXAD Company, in conjunction with the Ministry of Industry and Trade, proudly announce the 2nd Viet Nam International Logistics Exhibition (VILOG 2024). Scheduled to take place from August 1st to 3rd, 2024, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), VILOG 2024 […]

June 16, 2024

Kristan

ISIC

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Economic classification systems are, by nature, a step behind the frontiers of innovation. The International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC) system has served the world well—providing a backbone for economic statistics, policy analysis, and international comparisons. Yet, as artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and entirely new business models blur the lines between sectors, the challenge is clear: […]

June 13, 2024

Kristan

Supply Chain

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The Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act, effective since November 2022, marks a significant step in federal efforts to combat severe animal mistreatment in the United States. Although originally focused on criminalizing acts such as crushing, burning, drowning, suffocating, or impaling animals, the law has helped shape a broader supply-chain transparency culture in industries […]

Pretoria, South Africa — The 42nd annual Southern African Transport Conference and Exhibition is slated for 8-11 July 2024 at the CSIR International Convention Centre (ICC) in Pretoria. This year’s theme, “Upskilling and Reskilling the Transport Industry for Current and Future Challenges,” aims to highlight the critical need for innovation and collaboration within the sector. […]

Infrastructure Africa, the leading business event dedicated to infrastructure development on the continent, has unveiled the Projects Dealroom. This innovative platform is designed to accelerate investment in African infrastructure projects, meeting the continent’s urgent socio-economic needs.   The Projects Dealroom serves as a dynamic marketplace for project developers, investors, financiers, and other key stakeholders to […]

June 5, 2024

Kristan

ISIC

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The aftermath of Brexit has produced few certainties and a great many questions, not least for those charged with tracking the movement of goods and services between the UK and the European Union. For analysts, policymakers, and supply chain professionals, the challenge is to move from broad narratives—“disruption,” “realignment,” “new corridors”—to concrete evidence. One of […]

May 30, 2024

Kristan

Supply Chain

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The European Union’s 2022 Textiles Strategy represents a landmark effort to create a circular, sustainable, and fully transparent textiles industry. A core feature of this strategy is the requirement for manufacturers, brands, and retailers to disclose the origins of textile fibers and provide detailed information on chemicals used during production. This regulatory shift responds to […]