News from 2021
International Chamber of Commerce-International Federation of Consulting Engineers Conference to meet virtually
By Bree Gonzales | Sep 12, 2021
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) will hold their annual ICC-FIDIC Conference on Oct. 11 and 12. It will be their first time to hold the conference remotely.
PayPal to acquire Paidy
By Art Benavidez | Sep 12, 2021
San Jose, California-based PayPal Holdings, Inc. has agreed to acquire Paidy.
CAVA Robotics opens Berlin office to advance position as leader in 'robotic surgery'
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 12, 2021
CAVA Robotics International recently announced it is opening a new European headquarters in Berlin according to a press release.
'We can hardly find any workers' – Chinese factories suffer labor shortage
By Caleb Lombardo | Sep 12, 2021
COVID concerns are adding to China's battle to attract workers, leaving doubts about how it will meet worldwide manufacturing demands.
GCM Grosvenor opening office in Germany
By Art Benavidez | Sep 12, 2021
Chicago-based GCM Grosvenor is opening an office in Germany to help serve their central Europe clientele.
'We are very excited': LCI Industries purchases Furrion
By Art Benavidez | Sep 12, 2021
LCI Industries announced in a press release Sept. 9 its subsidiary Lippert Components Inc., has acquired Furrion Holdings Limited.
Edmund Optics to open new South Korea office with ‘specialized technical support'
By Karla Florez | Sep 12, 2021
Edmund Optics confirmed plans to further establish its presence in South Korea. The Barrington, NJ native company will now open a new location in one of the largest metro areas in South Korea, the Mapo district of Seoul.
Topgolf expands to China with ‘truly innovative, technology-driven’ venue
By Karla Florez | Sep 12, 2021
Topgolf is coming to China.
'Japan is the logical place': Grayshift expands operations in Asia
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 12, 2021
Forensics technology company Grayshift, LLC, announced Sept. 7 the expansion of its Asia-Pacific presence with a new office in Japan.
Your IMF Update: IMF Seminar, Conference and Economic Forum
By Press release submission | Sep 12, 2021
Your IMF Update: IMF Seminar, Conference and Economic Forum
'The addition of Aiia anchors our European open banking efforts': Mastercard buys open banking technology company
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 11, 2021
Mastercard has agreed to acquire European company Aiia
'We are excited': EZ Debride agrees to distribute products in southeast Asia
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 11, 2021
EZ Debride, out of San Antonio and Kernville, Texas, signed a distribution agreement with Intega Healthcare, Singapore, according to a press release.
Spireon expands to India
By Art Benavidez | Sep 11, 2021
An Irvine, California-based vehicle intelligence company announced Sept. 8 the launch of its entity, Spireon Telematics India Pvt. Ltd in India's "Silicon Valley."
UL to expand 'robust' fire safety testing in UAE
By Art Benavidez | Sep 11, 2021
UL, a global safety science leader, announced Sept. 8 it is expanding its facility in Abu Dhabi, the largest city in the United Arab Emirates
SafetyPay partners with Hinode Group to offer 'risk-free' payments across Latin America
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 11, 2021
Digital payment platform SafetyPay announced Sept. 2 that is expanding its partnership with beauty and wellness product company Hinode Group
Wyndham launches 'luxury' hotel brand in Europe
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 11, 2021
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts announced Sept. 2 the launch of, Registry Collection Hotels, their newest brand of hotels, in Tbilisi, the capital of the country Georgia, in a press release.
Movable Ink CEO on new hires: 'Expanding in international markets has been a key goal'
By John Kelly | Sep 10, 2021
Movable Ink, a NYC-based software company, has filled key positions amidst expansion in Australia.
BEA Announcement: BE-605 survey is now available in eFile
By 'Bureau of Economic Analysis' via News GlobeBanner | Sep 10, 2021
You can now submit your BE-605 survey of foreign direct investment in the United States for third quarter 2021 (your fiscal quarter ending closest to September 30) in BEA’s eFile system. The due date for most companies is October 30, unless this is your fourth fiscal quarter, in which case your due date is November 15.
'The clock is ticking to make the changes needed': International Chamber of Commerce announces climate action forum
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 10, 2021
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) recently announced that it will be hosting a forum to focus on climate action.
Save the date!
By ICC Global Events | Sep 9, 2021
This year, the ICC New York Conference will take place during Paris Arbitration Week (PAW) on 22 September for the first time as a hybrid event!