Lectra, an integrated technology solutions firm dedicated to industries using soft materials-fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials has announced that Bertrandt has chosen Lectra's DesignConcept solution to optimize ...
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Despite an Australian economy growing at a moderate 2.3 per cent according to March quarter figures released by the ABS this month, the latest data on trade payments reveals that businesses are paying their invoices at the fastest rate on ...
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In a recent signing ceremony, Bureau Veritas and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the certification body for the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED green building program, finalized the terms of their exclusive global ...
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US automaker Ford has launched MyEnergi Lifestyle pilot program in China to promote green energy and environment-friendly vehicles. The auto major has collaborated with appliance manufacturer Haier, power company Trina Solar and electric ...
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In a latest loss of face for public health advocates, California lawmakers have rejected a proposed tax on sodas and other sugary beverages. The legislation brought in the assembly by Assemblyman Richard Bloom asked to impose an extra 2 ...
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China raised the consumption tax on cigarettes from five percent to 11 percent, announced the Ministry of Finance in a statement on Friday. Each cigarette will be taxed an additional 0.005 yuan during the wholesale process, effective from ...
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The U.S. Senate Finance Committee passed legislation Wednesday evening that wlil give President Obama trade promotion authority, or TPA, a necessary step for his administration to conclude negotiation of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). ...
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Google launched a new U.S. wireless service that switches between Wi-Fi and cellular networks to curb data use and keep phone bills low. This service could pressure wireless providers to further lower prices and better adapt to the rise of ...
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The Iowa Supreme Court on Friday upheld the complicated formula that Iowa uses to tax natural gas consumption, rejecting a legal challenge brought by the state's powerful ethanol industry. The owners of several ethanol plants argue the ...
An increasing number of UK consumers are suffering from stress, sleep deprivation and a lack of energy, and are on the look out for ‘feel-good’ products, which could provide opportunities for food and beverage manufacturers, ...
Luxco, a US-based producer, importer and marketer of beverage alcohol products, has launched Blood Oath Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, which is the first from the premium bourbon series, Blood Oath. The introductory vairant is named ...
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North America is the largest region and Asia represents the fastest-growing region in the surgical lamps market. LED represents the largest and fastest-growing technology in surgical lamps market. High color rendering index (CRI) light ...
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The new flagship Barker and Stonehouse store on Teesside Retail Park is being brought to life through the creation of the first living wall and roof on Teesside. Thousands of colourful plants will soon transform a south-facing wall and ...
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George Osborne has delivered his sixth Budget, and the last of the current Parliament. The key points are as follows: Economy The UK grew 2.6% in 2014, faster than any other advanced economy but lower than 3% predicted in December ...
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China's market regulator said Monday the government will strictly regulate online commerce, amid a heated public debate on China's largest online shopping platform Taobao.com which was found to match-make transactions of a great number of ...
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