Toyoda Gosei has partnered with leading sportswear brand ASICS to launch the Skyhand OG sports shoe range, incorporating upcycled leather remnants from car steering wheel production. These eco-friendly trainers will be available on the ASICS online store from 1 February. Committed to reducing waste, Toyoda Gosei repurposes difficult-to-recycle materials, such as airbag fabric and steering […]
President Donald Trump’s proposal to impose tariffs on U.S. copper and aluminium imports is expected to drive up costs for local consumers due to insufficient domestic production, analysts and industry experts warned on Tuesday. In a speech on Monday, Trump announced plans to levy tariffs on aluminium and copper—both critical for U.S. military hardware—along with […]
The Czech investor Daniel Kretinsky has confirmed his interest in Thyssenkrupp Steel. Daniel Kretinsky runs and owns Energeticky, a prumyslovy holding (EPH), the biggest energy group in Central Europe. During the 2020 market crash, he took the stock market by storm, making bets on companies like Macy’s, Foot Locker, Sainsbury, and Royal Mail. Thyssenkrupp shares […]
To support the textile and garment industry in meeting the EU’s updated sustainability regulations, Swiss testing firm TESTEX has partnered with supply chain specialists FutureWear Group to introduce a certification program. This initiative, known as the TESTEX Academy, is designed to equip business leaders with the expertise needed to navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. The Academy’s […]
In a significant move towards sustainable energy, Meta and Zelestra have announced the signing of four new Environmental Attribute Purchase Agreements (EAPAs) [1] in Texas. These agreements, totaling 595 MWac, will enable the construction of four solar projects with a combined capacity of 720 MWdc. The projects are set to be located in Hopkins, Lamar, Lampasas, and […]
The Norwegian government has collapsed following a heated dispute [1] over EU-mandated renewable energy policies. The Centre Party, known for its eurosceptic stance, withdrew from the coalition government on January 30, 2025, leaving Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre’s Labour Party to govern alone for the first time in 25 years. The conflict arose from the European Union’s […]
