East of England firms were urged to explore new trade opportunities with Russia following a three-day trade mission with Lord Green during December to the UK’s fastest growing major export market. As part of the mission, Lord Green ...
The Trans-Pacific Partnership Apparel Coalition welcomed new data included in a report released today that showcases the substantial contribution that millions of American workers make to apparel manufactured oversees. The report, Analyzing ...
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Since its launch in April 2008, the USAID-Tijara Provincial Economic Growth Program has used an integrated approach to economic development that combines financial incentives with educational opportunities to spur private sector development ...
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The Trans-Pacific Partnership Apparel Coalition welcomed new data included in a report released that showcases the substantial contribution that millions of American workers make to apparel manufactured oversees. The report, Analyzing the ...
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National Cotton Council economists say cotton’s 2013 outlook will be influenced by China’s policy decisions and continued competition from man-made fiber (MMF). Dr. Gary Adams, the NCC’s vice president Economics & Policy ...
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The U.S. Department of Commerce has assigned preliminary retroactive duties of 41.75% to three Chinese bedroom furniture producers for shipments they made to the U.S. market during the 2011 calendar year. The companies that have received ...
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ASTM International announced today that it has been accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). With 1,400 members in Canada and 180 ASTM standards referenced in Canadian federal legislation, SCC accreditation further strengthens ...
Musco Lighting is an American privately owned company, based out of Oskaloosa, Iowa that is noted for providing permanent or temporary lighting at major sports events and stadiums including the Super Bowl and Olympics. The company derives ...
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Computer Generated Solutions (CGS), a leading global provider of technology solutions and services, announced that they will be participating in this year’s ExpoProducción event at the World Trade Center in Mexico City, Mexico ...
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LAS VEGAS - According to the Small Business Administration, upwards of 56% of businesses fail at the five-year mark. In stark contrast, Dallas-based Feizy Rugs is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. To commemorate the anniversary, ...
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-Delighted exhibitors: "Taking part in BAU is a must." -Visitor numbers matched the record set in 2011 – at over 235,000 -For the first time, more than 60,000 visitors came from abroad -Top architects like Daniel Libeskind and ...
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The Valspar Corporation has been selected as the major supplier of concrete reinforcing steel coatings for the Hongkong-Zhuhai-Macao bridge in China. When completed in 2016, the length of the bridge will span nearly 50 kilometers (30 miles) ...
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Aesthetic appeal and durability have contributed to an ongoing use of glass in furniture. However, the use of annealed glass tops in tables and desks has led to an increase in serious and sometimes fatal injuries sustained from falls onto ...
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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has selected the 2013 recipients of the Institute Honor Awards, the profession’s highest recognition of works that exemplify excellence in architecture, interior architecture and urban ...
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Source: Credit: Fisher Marantz Stone National September 11 Memorial: Two 200-foot-square, illuminated pools mark the footprints of New York’s twin towers. Breakthroughs in LED and lighting control technology have made it possible ...