Brazil’s steel imports marked growth by the record of 18pc in 2024, as exports declined. Reports suggest that steel imports have risen to 5.9mn metric tonnes from 5 million tons in 2023, according to the national steel industry body Instituto Aco Brasil. December imports fell by 36pc to 324,000 tonnes from the same month in […]
UK port operator Peel Ports will implement higher steel handling and storage fees at the Port of Liverpool starting April 1, citing a 10% rise in operational costs and other contributing factors. The port has recently invested in two new indoor storage facilities dedicated to steel and metals, adding to its existing sheds nine and […]
Messika, the prestigious French luxury jewellery house, has appointed Edouard Schneider as its new Chief Brand Officer, effective immediately. This strategic move aims to strengthen the brand’s global presence. Schneider will oversee Messika’s communications, brand image, and international activities, including public relations, celebrity partnerships, events, social media, visual merchandising, and brand representation across the brand’s […]
Albania, Italy, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a tripartite strategic partnership [1] agreement on renewable energy and energy infrastructure. The agreement was signed in Abu Dhabi during the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, in the presence of UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed al Nahyan, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and Albanian Prime Minister […]
Stella McCartney Soars at Paris Fashion Week with “Save What You Love” Manifesto. Stella McCartney’s Summer 2025 runway show at Paris Fashion Week was a powerful statement, driven by a “Save What You Love” manifesto narrated by the legendary Helen Mirren. Inspired by Jonathan Franzen’s “The End of the End of the Earth,” the show […]
A new report released by the Middle East Solar Industry Association [1] (MESIA) during the World Future Energy Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi highlights the UAE’s leadership in the regional solar energy sector. The report, titled “Solar Outlook Report 2025,” outlines the rapid growth of solar energy in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) […]
Jiwya, a sustainable fashion brand has launched a new collection made from 100 percent plant-based materials titled Rivayat. In line with its dedication to sustainability, Jiwya’s new collection showcases over 100 Indigenous art techniques, such as handwoven textiles, detailed hand embroidery, hand block printing, and hand painting. Every piece is crafted for versatility, offering custom […]
In a significant move towards enhancing clean energy access across Africa, the African Development Bank (AfDB), PowerGen Renewable Energy, and several international partners have launched a transformative renewable energy platform. This initiative aims to deploy 120 MW of renewable power, including battery energy storage solutions, across the continent. The platform is a collaboration between PowerGen, […]
