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Houston's Lummus Technology selected to boost capacity for Formosa cumene and phenol plant in China
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 5, 2021
Texas-based Lummus Technology recently announced that plans to expand capacity for a cumene and phenol plant in Ningbo, China, according to a press release.
'We are delighted to partner with a market leader': Lucas TVS to invest in Indian factories to produce 24M's battery cells
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 5, 2021
Automotive electrical components manufacturer Lucas TVS Ltd. and U.S.-based lithium-ion battery manufacturer 24M Technologies, Inc., have entered into a deal to construct Giga factories in India to manufacture 24M’s battery cells., according to a press release.
'The demand we hoped for made it possible': Luxury cannabis company Her Highness to expand to Canada by end of 2021
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 5, 2021
Her Highness, a luxury cannabis brand with operations in several states in the United States, has announced that they will be expanding their operations to both Canada and Mexico.
'We are very pleased to continue to invest in the Cisneros Interactive': Entravision buys remaining interest in media company
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 5, 2021
Global media and marketing technology company Entravision Communications Corporation now owns 100% of the interest in Cisneros Interactive, according to a press release.
U.K. E10 fuel rollout will 'reduce emissions from the millions of vehicles already on our roads'
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 5, 2021
The U.K. government has begun rolling out E10 gasoline to fuel pumps, which they claim could cut carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles by 750,000 tons each year.
'The average hospital stay for COVID-19 has cost Delta $50,000 per person': Delta Airlines to begin imposing fines for employees that remain unvaccinated
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 3, 2021
Delta Airlines recently announced that starting Nov. 1, employees enrolled in the company's healthcare plan will be subject to a $200 monthly surcharge if they choose to remain unvaccinated.
Spread of Delta variant of COVID-19 in Asia impacting the production of goods worldwide
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 3, 2021
The Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus is spreading in largely unvaccinated southeast Asian countries, affecting production of many goods sold around the world.
'We owe it all to all our team': ShopWorn grows 87% in revenue
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 1, 2021
Inc. magazine recently revealed that ShopWorn has landed on its annual Inc. 5,000 list, a tribute to the nation's fastest-growing private companies.
Global energy markets research group cautions, 'Biden’s infrastructure bill benefits China'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 30, 2021
President Joe Biden's $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill's energy components could lead to benefits for China, according to a not-for-profit organization that researches global energy markets.
Eros STX Global Corporation, Amazon Prime Video expand 'strategic' partnership to South Africa
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 22, 2021
Eros STX Global Corporation and Amazon Prime Video recently announced that they have closed a multi-year first window output deal in South Africa.
Hyatt Hotels to purchase Apple Leisure Group for $2.7 billion
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 22, 2021
In an effort to expand its leisure travel offerings, Hyatt Hotels recently announced that it has entered into a deal to purchase Apple Leisure Group for $2.7 billion.
Hilton expands resort offerings in Mexico with new Vallarta Riviera
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 22, 2021
Hilton recently announced that it has added the Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort as the latest addition to its expanding portfolio.
Advanced Clinical opens new Dublin office: 'Ireland offers a diverse life-sciences community'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 22, 2021
Global clinical research services organization Advanced Clinical recently announced that is advancing its agenda of continued global expansion with the opening of a new office in Dublin, Ireland.
Charter Oak Equity sells Chemical Resources to Benvic Group
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 22, 2021
Private equity firm Charter Oak Equity, LP recently announced that it has sold Chemical Resources Inc.(CHEMRES) to Benvic Group, a portfolio company of Investindustrial, according to a press release.
MGC certified for new THC extraction technology: 'We're very pleased'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 22, 2021
Medicinal Genomics Corp. (MGC) of Beverly, Massachusetts, recently announced that AOAC International has approved its new technology for THC extraction.
Vuzix brings its smart glasses to Canada for 'an expansive range of telemedicine applications'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 16, 2021
Vuzix Corporation recently announced it is expanding the presence of its Global Smart Glasses in Canada.
Texas-based OJO Labs brings its real estate platform to Canada, where the housing market is 'moving at lightning speed'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 16, 2021
Real estate platform OJO Labs, based in Austin, Texas, recently announced that it is expanding its services to Canada.
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya opens in Mexico
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 9, 2021
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts is opening a new resort in Mexico.
Wolverine Worldwide purchases women’s activewear brand Sweaty Betty for $410 million
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 9, 2021
Footwear company Wolverine Worldwide recently purchased premium women’s activewear brand Sweaty Betty for $410 million.
'We have a love for barbecue': Dickey's Barbecue Pit opens first franchise in Pakistan
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 8, 2021
Dickey's Barbecue Pit recently brought its signature hickory-smoked, Texas-style barbecue to a new franchise location in Lahore, Pakistan.