News from October 2022
Appleby on new Vietnam facility: 'We're excited to work closely with our customers on developing and showcasing new passionfruit-based formulations'
By Karla Florez | Oct 21, 2022
iTi Tropicals, Inc. (iTi), a U.S.-based bulk tropical fruit juice purees and concentrates maker, recently opened a new passion fruit production facility in Vietnam, according to a press release.
Heidrick & Struggles regional leader on new consultant: 'Our clients will benefit from Manuela's deep understanding of their specialty sectors'
By Karla Florez | Oct 21, 2022
Last month, Heidrick & Struggles added one new consultant to its executive search business and one to its Europe-based Heidrick Consulting business, according to a press release.
Kalyanaraman: 'We are committed to supporting Thailand's digital transformation through our local infrastructure investments'
By Karla Florez | Oct 21, 2022
Amazon Web Services confirmed plans to open an infrastructure region in Thailand, a press release reported.
TransPerfect CEO on new acquisition: 'We have long admired Hiventy’s leadership position and the stellar work they produce'
By Karla Florez | Oct 20, 2022
TransPerfect, based in New York, recently acquired France-based media house Hiventy Group, according to a press release. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Mittal: 'We are pleased to move into this new facility which will accommodate our substantial growth'
By Karla Florez | Oct 20, 2022
Q-SYS, based in California, celebrates the opening of its new regional office in Bengaluru, India, a press release reported.
IPS senior director on new office: 'IPS are poised to be the leader in pharmaceutical project delivery throughout all of Ireland'
By Karla Florez | Oct 20, 2022
IPS-Integrated Project Services, LLC has further expanded its engineering, procurement, construction management and validation (EPCMV) service operations in Ireland with its new Cork-based office, according to a press release.
Shortt on Textron Aviation expansion: 'Customers expect us to have parts available to keep them flying'
By Karla Florez | Oct 19, 2022
Textron Aviation, based in Wichita, Kansas, has confirmed plans to expand its distribution operations by 180,000 square feet in an effort to fulfill the demand of customers who operate Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawke products, according to a press release.
Jordaan: 'We are thrilled to partner with Meta as their Authorized Sales Partner in Ghana'
By Karla Florez | Oct 19, 2022
California-based company, Entravision’s Africa-based digital business unit, 365 Digital in Ghana, recently became the Authorized Sales Partner of Meta, the company that Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp now fall under, according to a press release.
WTCA executive director: 'The WTCA, along with WTC Guadalajara, is proud to have hosted leaders from Latin America'
By Karla Florez | Oct 19, 2022
The World Trade Centers Association® met at the Mexico "Point WTC Guadalajara 2022: Logistics Challenges in Latin America/WTCA Latin America Regional Meeting" last month to discuss the hardships threatening the logistics operations in the Americas, according to a press release.
SirionLabs COO: 'Our commitment to customer success is stronger than ever' with new additions
By Karla Florez | Oct 18, 2022
SirionLabs, based in Seattle, recently expanded its customer success team as it prepares to scale its operations following the receipt of an $85 million fund, according to a press release.
González calls on greater cooperation on digital trade: ‘Digitalization increasingly permeates all areas of WTO work’
By John Kelly | Oct 18, 2022
World Trade Organization (WTO) Deputy Director-General Anabel González recently made remarks about how with the uncertain future of digital technology, more cooperation is needed in order to create more trade opportunities.
Urpilainen on EU, U.S. joint effort: 'Together, we can electrify even more schools and health centers and fight even more efficiently'
By Karla Florez | Oct 18, 2022
The European Union (EU) and United States recently unveiled the specifics of their joint effort to boost sustainable energy in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to a press release.
Ambu CEO: 'The opening of our new manufacturing site in Mexico is a major milestone'
By Karla Florez | Oct 18, 2022
Ambu, based in Seattle, recently hosted the grand opening of its new manufacturing plant, based in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico on Tuesday, according to a press release.
Nestlé head on launch of vegan candy: 'We are seeing a strong trend in food'
By Karla Florez | Oct 17, 2022
Nestlé confirmed plans to launch a vegan version of its candy in 15 European cities, Food Dive reported.
Esri president: 'We are proud to partner with Digital Earth Africa'
By Karla Florez | Oct 17, 2022
Esri recently became part of a memorandum of understanding with Digital Earth Africa to promote the use of data sciences to offer support and solutions that address the governance and commerce challenges faced by local organizations, according to a press release.
GE Appliances CEO: 'We believe in building stronger communities'
By Karla Florez | Oct 17, 2022
Haier company, GE Appliances, based in Kentucky, recently launched a series of projects to help support local and global public schools, nonprofits and neighborhoods, according to a press release.
AACSB International CEO on new VP: 'I am so excited to welcome Ron to the AACSB leadership team'
By Karla Florez | Oct 16, 2022
AACSB International recently named Ronald Tuninga vice president and managing director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa regions, a press release reported.
Hamilton Lane managing director on expansion: 'We have grown intentionally and thoughtfully'
By Karla Florez | Oct 16, 2022
Hamilton Lane recently expanded its global footprint, making a series of new executive appointments across London and Frankfurt, and adding outposts in Milan, Stockholm and Zug, according to a press release.
White House as OPEC+ cuts oil production: 'The president is disappointed by the shortsighted decision by OPEC+'
By Karla Florez | Oct 16, 2022
OPEC+ recently confirmed a series of oil production cuts, a decision that has sparked concerns of supply shortages on the U.S. administration’s behalf as the group deems it “shortsighted,” Reuters reported.
FX’s new sales director: 'It is a real honor to assume the position'
By Karla Florez | Oct 15, 2022
FX, based in Dallas, recently promoted Jean Baptiste Plas as sales director of France, according to a press release.