Author: Business Enquirer
Spun-out of Europe’s biggest aluminium company, Norsk Hydro, Speira is driven by the demands of the globe’s transition to ‘green’. With around 5000 employees across its seven manufacturing plants including an R & D facility across Norway and Germany, Speira comes equipped with a century worth of knowledge in its sector. With 25 years of industry experience at Norsk Hydro and in advising firms under his belt, CEO Einar Glomnes is mobilizing his team to secure Speira’s name as a leading player within the green transition. Building a Circular World that Works Speira is an aluminium rolling and recycling company,…
After welcomed investment from the City Council, Milan is swiftly becoming a contender for the most popular city break destination in Europe. Traditionally known for being a business traveller hotspot, post-covid, the Italian city is also seeing an increase in tourists both international and domestic. In May and June, Milan’s tourism and hotel sector saw it compete in popularity with the likes of Florence, Venice and Rome. Reflecting this are the results for Crowne Plaza Milan City (part of InterContinental Hotels Group, IHG), which saw a 30-55% increase in bookings in May-June 2022, as well a 25% increase in November.…
According to The World Resources Institute, roughly 40% of the annual loss of primary rainforest is associated with commodity production including clearing forest to raise cattle. “Deforestation is among the largest sources of global greenhouse gas emissions,” it says. So, how does a British Luxury Lifestyle brand, whose core offering is luxury leather goods, ensure that it’s sustainable? Well, Mulberry believes it’s in the “how”, not the “cow”. The iconic brand behind Le Style Anglais has always been one step ahead of the sustainability game. In fact, Mulberry UK’s operations have been a carbon neutral business since 2019. Mulberry’s sustainable…
Too often deemed a second thought in a product’s journey, packaging and delivery can mean make or break (quite literally) for goods. In 2020 it was reported that, for the average retailer, total returns due to items that couldn’t be resold or had to be discounted cost businesses 4.4% in lost revenue. Tri-Wall is one of the world’s leading multi-material packaging manufacturers, offering bespoke products which consistently out-perform like-for-like competitors. The business is on a mission to revolutionise the packaging industry. CEO to its UK and Ireland operations, Gavin Peters, spoke exclusively to Business Enquirer about the ground-breaking business.…
When it comes to infrastructure, Taziker are the unsung heroes helping to keep Britain moving. Currently with over 550 employees working out of 12 sites across the UK, Taziker has seen incredible growth since its inception in 1969, then a family business. Taking the reins as CEO in 2020, Steve Corcoran has delivered a clear strategy for the engineering firm, helping to double the business’ turnover in 2 years, whilst improving the businesses culture. Steve discusses with Business Enquirer Taziker’s key role within the UK’s infrastructure, its innovations and why people are and will remain fundamental to its long-term future. …
Having recently been acquired by new ownership, Pelican Products (Peli) is undergoing significant investment and a phase of growth. With over 40 years of experience in mission-critical solutions, Pelican Products is the only player in its field to have a global manufacturing footprint able to weather the world’s most challenging scenarios. Business Enquirer speaks to President International Business, Piero Marigo about Peli’s growth plans under its new ownership. A Platinum Business Since its inception in 1976 (with the Peli Float: a hundred feet of twine around a hockey stick handle and a metal weight to serve as a mini anchor…
Many businesses talk the talk when it comes to being change-makers, but do they walk the walk? Taking strides in providing value for its shareholders whilst being driven by its ESG values is Bunker Hill Mining Corporation, which is delivering a rapid restart of the Bunker Hill Mine, in Kellogg, North America. Business Enquirer speaks with its passionate leadership team (Richard Williams, Executive Chairman, Sam Ash, CEO and Tom Francis, General Manager) about the restart project, why it is underpinned by ESG and the impact it will have. Bringing an Historical Mine into the 21st Century The Bunker Hill Mine,…
Powered by commodity requirements to feed the energy transition and green-tech, Appian Capital is considered the premier operating value investor in the metals, mining, and infrastructure sectors. Throughout its history, the business has realised six investments and has brought seven mines into production. Representing its operations in Brazil, Appian Capital Brazil currently operates assets with a value worth more than $1 billion. Currently focussing on two assets, Atlantic Nickel and Mineração Vale Verde (MVV), Appian Capital Brazil’s USP is its moral value, with a developed and successful ESG programme, sustainable methodology and employee focus. Masters of Responsible Investments “Part of…
With a strong leadership team, sound operating results, and opportunity for, Minera IRL is focused on sustainable value creation for its stakeholders. At the heart of this mining company is its desire to nurture the community in which it works. Led by experienced CEO, Diego Benavides Norlander, who has spent 30 years within the Peruvian mining industry, and supported by a skilled and knowledgeable team, Minera IRL are ready to scale-up its outputs as well as its impact. Minera IRL are the owners of two gold mining projects in Peru – Corihuarmi and Ollachea. Corihuarmi Gold Mine – The Golden…
The word “culture” is perhaps the most important one in the vocabulary of Amin Magrabi, the CEO of one of the world’s leading premium eyewear retailers, which has a multi-million-dollar turnover from 144 stores across five countries in the Middle East. “Culture is a topic dear to my heart,” Amin smiles across the table, as he sets out his vision for the company. What he means is that as well as being a successful business, Magrabi is a pioneering social advocate, with the Magrabi Foundation providing eyecare to millions of underprivileged people in the Middle East and Africa, and most…