Emirates SkyCargo Joins Drive to Reduce Cold Chain Emissions

Emirates SkyCargo, a leading global air freight carrier, has joined the Move to -15°C coalition, a collaborative initiative aiming to significantly reduce environmental impact within the perishable goods supply chain. The coalition advocates for transporting frozen food at -15°C instead of the standard -18°C, a seemingly small…

Client Experience: Transforming Accounting Firm Relationships

Accounting firms are increasingly recognising the crucial role of customer experience (CX) in client retention and growth, mirroring trends in other sectors. While often associated with digital-first businesses, the impact of positive CX is universal and profoundly affects client loyalty across all industries. Data underlines this importance: a staggering 86%…

COP29 in Baku: Investors Urge Stronger Climate Action

Australia's Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, recently highlighted the crucial need for maintaining high ambition in climate negotiations, a sentiment echoed by numerous investors closely monitoring the COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan. The summit's significance is amplified by its timing, coinciding with the…

UK Government Cuts Heat Pump Sales Fines Amid Industry Backlash

The UK government has significantly reduced planned fines for boiler manufacturers failing to meet heat pump sales targets, marking a substantial climbdown following intense industry pressure. Initially slated to be introduced in April 2025, the penalties will now be a considerably lower £500 per missed target, down from the…

Adani Green Energy Secures $600m Bond After Pricing U-Turn

Gautam Adani's conglomerate successfully issued a $600 million, 20-year green dollar bond on Wednesday, marking a comeback following a postponed offering in October. The initial attempt to raise capital was met with investor resistance over pricing concerns, leading to its withdrawal. The clean energy arm, Adani Green Energy…

MEADFA 2024: Abu Dhabi Conference Highlights

The Middle East & Duty Free Association (MEADFA) Conference, held in Abu Dhabi from 17-19 November, concluded with a resounding affirmation of the region's resilience and the dynamism of the duty-free industry. The Moodie Davitt Report, represented by Founder & Chairman Martin Moodie and President Dermot Davitt, was…

Penguin Solutions Boosts AI Infrastructure with NVIDIA, AMD & Dell Tech

Penguin Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:PENG), a leading provider of AI infrastructure, has announced significant upgrades to its OriginAI® solution. This expansion incorporates cutting-edge hardware from industry giants NVIDIA and AMD, alongside Dell Technologies' AI-optimised servers, networking, and storage. The move positions Penguin Solutions to better serve organisations seeking to…