News from April 2025
KfW IPEX-Bank finances two eco-friendly vessels for Langh Ship
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
KfW IPEX-Bank has announced a EUR 35 million financing venture with Finnish shipping company Langh Ship for two new eco-friendly container feeder vessels.
Contactless payments hit record 94.6% of UK in-store transactions in 2024
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
New data from Barclays reveals that contactless payments have set a new record for in-store transactions in the UK, accounting for 94.6% of eligible transactions in 2024.
Siemens donates €200,000 for earthquake relief in Myanmar and Thailand
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Siemens AG in collaboration with Siemens Healthineers AG has announced a donation of €200,000 to aid victims of the recent earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand.
Mitsubishi Motors reports 11% sales increase for Q1 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) reported a total of 31,637 vehicle sales for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting an increase of 11% compared to the same period in 2024.
ING reports progress in €2.0 billion share buyback programme
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
ING completed another week of its €2.0 billion share buyback programme, originally announced on October 31, 2024.
Peace Corps seeks quotes for a computer network cabling certification contract
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
The Peace Corps is seeking quotes for a contract related to computer network cabling certification.
Rwanda’s GDP growth driven by strong private consumption and investment
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Rwanda's economy saw significant growth in 2024, with a real GDP increase of 8.9%, surpassing the prior year's 8.2%.
Morgan Health invests in Venteur to expand employer health benefits options
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Morgan Health, a branch of JPMorganChase, has made a significant equity growth investment in Venteur, a company at the forefront of managing Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRA).
New centre launched for suicide prevention and self-harm research in Wales
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
A new National Centre for Suicide Prevention and Self-Harm Research has been launched in Wales.
Oxford highlights fakes and forgeries with April Fakes Day events
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
The University of Oxford is hosting a series of events to spotlight fakes and fraudsters, aligning with April Fools’ Day.
U.S. imposes sanctions on six officials over Hong Kong's autonomy issues
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has announced the sanctioning of six officials from Beijing and Hong Kong in response to actions undermining Hong Kong’s autonomy and engaging in transnational repression.
US and South Korea officials discuss security, economic cooperation, and wildfire condolences
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in discussions with Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Kim Hong-kyun.
US highlights enforcement of immigration laws for Mongolian travelers
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Thousands of Mongolians visit the United States annually for various purposes, such as vacation, work, or study.
Swansea University launches marine restoration master's course in 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Swansea University is offering a new master's program titled ‘Masters in Marine Restoration and Conservation’ commencing in September 2025.
World Bank commits $500 million for job creation in Türkiye earthquake zones
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
The World Bank Board has announced the approval of a $500 million funding initiative aimed at creating jobs and supporting businesses in areas of Türkiye affected by the February 2023 earthquakes.
Consumer confidence up 1.1 points, driven by current financial optimism
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Consumer confidence saw a slight increase last week, rising by 1.1 points to 85.3 according to recent data.
Barclays appoints Jason Short to lead West Coast financial sponsor client coverage
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Barclays has announced the appointment of Jason Short as a Managing Director in its Financial Sponsors Group (FSG), a move aimed at strengthening its agreements with financial sponsor clients on the West Coast.
U.S. Embassy in Tokyo halts routine visa services from May 2-13, 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Routine visa services at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo will be temporarily halted from May 2 to May 13, 2025, due to scheduled infrastructure improvements.
Academy of Social Sciences elects Professor Sibel Erduran to fellowship
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
Professor Sibel Erduran has been elected to the Academy of Social Sciences Fellowship.
OCBC commits $50,000 for earthquake relief in Myanmar
By Globe Banner | Apr 1, 2025
OCBC is contributing $50,000 to aid humanitarian efforts in Myanmar following a significant earthquake.