Issue 8

United Cast Bar : Raising the Bar

United Cast Bar (UCB) is setting increasingly impressive standards in 2015 as it continues to raise the bar.

Marriott Drilling Group : Global Knowledge, Local Presence

As the UK’s largest onshore deep drilling Company, Marriott Drilling Group continues to expand its portfolio of international projects.

C&C Group : Sustainable Growth on an International Scale

C&C Group is responsible for producing some of the most renowned alcoholic beverages in Europe, and indeed the world.

AmRest Holdings SE : People, Brand, Scale

With 854 restaurants, AmRest Holdings maintains its status as the largest independent restaurant operator in Central and Eastern Europe.

Minesto : Low Velocity Tidal Solution

Minesto started the Company after identifying a gap in the market for a tidal solution that can operate at low velocity sites.

Nijhuis Industries : Solid Solutions in a Fluid World

Nijhuis Industries is a multinational Company with a concerted focus on providing reliable, high quality sustainable water use.

Amazon: A Prime Time for Drone Delivery

In December of last year, Amazon proudly announced its Prime Air concept to deliver future packages by drone, starting with feasibility research in the Company’s biggest market, America; where the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) is expected to finalise its drone regulations within the next year.

Skills Uncertainty, Not Shortages, Is the Real Issue across Europe

Recent research from Claranet has found that IT leaders from across Europe report skills shortages as a challenge in their industry.

Apple to Source New Talent in UAE

Apple appears to be ramping up its staff hiring in the UAE in tandem with the launch of its latest product range.

Mall of the Emirates Completes Retail Extension

This week, construction Company, Majid Al Futtaim announced the completion of a 36,000m2 extension to the Mall of the Emirates.

Measuring Performance in New Product Development

New product development (NPD) is one of the most important strategic and operational levers an organisation can use to sustain growth.

Russia Misses Out On an Eastern Renaissance

Stagnation or unspectacular stability is a distant dream for Russia however, as its ongoing veer towards complete independence similarly veers the country towards an inevitable economic depression.

Stores to Play Key Role in Omnichannel Strategy

European retailers are taking significantly different approaches to omnichannel, according to a study by Pierre Audoin Consultants (PAC).

Aspiring Halal Hubs

An interesting trend is developing in the halal sector: regional hubs are developing in places that have some local demand but not size.

Manchester United Announces Partnership with HCL Technologies

Manchester United has announced a groundbreaking global partnership with leading IT services company, HCL Technologies.