News from April 2022


Matsushita: 'It’s the opportunity of a lifetime to serve as WPP’s CEO'

WPP recently appointed the current CEO of Essence Global Kyoko Matsushita as its Japan-based CEO.


ANZ reveals impact on first half profits due to notable financial activities

ANZ has disclosed that its first half 2022 statutory and cash profit will be affected by several significant items, resulting in a net after-tax charge of $43 million.


Mandiant executive vice president: 'This year’s M-Trends report reveals fresh insight into how threat actors are evolving'

Reston company recently issued its M-Trends 2022 report, revealing a slight acceleration in cyber security threats and solutions, according to Mandiant.


Cleveland: 'We don't want to finance companies that may very well develop a capability, whether it's cyber or military, to target the United States'

A U.S.-China economic and security review commission 2021 report urges Congress to address the risks imposed by Chinese investments, according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).


DeepSig CEO on Telco Al World Summit: 'These events provide a unique opportunity to share insights and learnings from experts'

DeepSig is currently participating in the Telco Al World Summit in Berlin. The AI-related industry event began Tuesday (April 26) and concludes Thursday (April 28), according to a press release.


Westinghouse plans to add four AP1000 reactors in China: 'It has unique, fully passive safety features that make it the safest'

Westinghouse Electric Company recently received approval to construct four additional AP1000 reactors in China, bringing its total sum of the global AP1000 fleet to 10 units, according to a press release.


Alorica CEO on new global connection hub: New hubs 'further strengthen Alorica’s global footprint and geographic offerings'

Alorica, Inc. has added its newest global connection hub in Candon City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines to expand its work-from-home offerings and fulfill demand in select markets, a press release reported.


Vorsatz: 'The addition of Picón & Asociados as a member firm allows us to maintain our foothold in Latin America'

Andersen Global has welcomed Picón & Asociados, based in Peru, to join its global organization of tax and legal professionals, according to a press release.


Hoyo on partnership with Dell, Clip: 'These partnerships will have a positive impact on the region'

Tangelo recently partnered with Dell Leasing and Clip to promote the use of multiple digital payment methods among businesses based in Mexico.


Gross: 'The addition of BCG Nexus Costa Rica highlights the tremendous growth story of BCG'

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) recently opened a new business service center in Costa Rica.


Freshfel Europe director: 'More than ever before both the methodology and digital tool are much needed by the fresh fruit and vegetable sector'

Dole plc confirmed its decision to join European fresh produce association Freshfel during this past Earth Day in hopes of continuing its environmental efforts and improving the quality of its products.



ITT CEO: 'The solar lake is one example of our continuous effort to reduce energy consumption'

ITT Inc. confirmed plans to invest in the construction of a photovoltaic lake at its largest factory based in Barge, Italy. The project is scheduled to conclude by the end of this year.



Air Lease on aircraft in Russia: 'It is unlikely that the company will regain possession of the aircraft that have not been returned'

Air Lease Corp. has confirmed plans to write off its power over the 27 jets it has remaining in Russia amid related sanctions. The charges related to the sale are expected to reach $802 million.


Taylor Farms opens facility in Toronto to strengthen operations amid 'explosive growth in Canada’

Taylor Farms recently confirmed the opening of its new production facility in Toronto.


Razorleaf Corporation 'excited' to open subsidiary in India

Razorleaf Corporation has opened its new subsidiary Razorleaf Pvt. Ltd in Pune, India, to expand its global footprint and strengthen its product lifecycle management consulting and systems integration services for clients across Europe and North America.


H&M partners with Paris-based interior designer ‘to spread a joyful palette of colors on an international scale’

H&M, based in New York, recently entered a collaboration with Paris-based top interior designer and architect India Mahdavi.


Transimpact opens office in India 'to better meet the needs of our clients'

TransImpact recently opened a new office in Pune, India, to strengthen its global supply chain intelligence and profitability.


Kioxia CEO: 'We are very pleased to further deepen our strategic partnership with Western Digital'

Western Digital Corp. has extended its partnership with Kioxia Corporation to jointly invest in the first phase of the FAb7 (Y7) manufacturing facility, based in Japan’s Mie Prefecture.