Author: Business Enquirer
In a landmark move aimed at turbo-charging clean energy cooperation and investment flows across the Atlantic, the United Kingdom and the State of California have signed an ambitious new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that deepens decades-long collaboration on climate, decarbonisation and sustainable technology. The formal agreement was signed in London by UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband and California Governor Gavin Newsom, marking a renewed commitment to clean power innovation, joint research and economic ties. The pact — officially framed as the UK–California Climate and Energy Agreement — builds on existing cooperation between the UK government and one of America’s most…
The UK construction industry is gearing up for one of the most significant procurement exercises in its history. A massive new public sector construction framework — with an estimated £120 billion ceiling of projects over the next decade — is due to open for tender in March 2026, signalling a strategic consolidation of government procurement and a potential surge in public building work across the country. Known officially as Construction Works and Associated Services 3 (CWAS3, reference RM6320), this framework is being launched by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) to unify multiple existing public construction procurement routes under a single,…
In a striking sign of Southeast Asia’s aviation resurgence, China has emerged as the dominant driver of Cambodia’s flight traffic growth, outpacing traditional markets such as Japan, Turkey, India and South Korea. This development highlights both the rapid rebound of cross-border travel after the pandemic and Cambodia’s increasing role on the global aviation map. According to data reported by Travel And Tour World, Cambodia recorded an average of 1,468 weekly flight movements in February 2026, a clear signal that the sector is thriving. The surge in flight activity is being fuelled by an uptick in Chinese tourist demand and expanding…
In Mayfair, excess is an art form. But even by London’s most extravagant standards, Bacchanalia feels like something else entirely — not just a restaurant, but a staged spectacle of indulgence. Inspired by the mythology and decadence of ancient Greece and Rome, Bacchanalia does not flirt with theatricality. It commits to it. From the moment you step inside, the tone is set: towering classical statues stand sentinel between tables, sweeping staircases frame the dining rooms like a grand opera set, and glittering chandeliers wash marble and gilded accents in warm, flattering light. The space does not whisper luxury — it…
Hosted by Shell and held in partnership with Moeve, Fluor, Gasunie, The International Association of Oil & Gas Producers, Repsol, Spiecapag and Germany Trade and Invest, DECARBON 2026 centred on practical decision-making at the intersection of policy, technology and implementation across the oil and gas value chain in Vösendorf, Austria. On 9 February, the first day opened with an Executive Opening Panel that set the strategic context for DECARBON by linking emissions targets with the operational capabilities required to deliver them. Drawing on perspectives from Petro IT, Shell Austria, Saipem SpA, Austrian Gas Grid Management AG, Chromalox, NEUMAN & ESSER…
A significant construction milestone has been reached at Thurnby Fields, a new £21 million luxury care home being built on Uppingham Road in Thurnby, Leicester. A roof topping ceremony recently celebrated the completion of the primary structure, underscoring strong progress toward the home’s scheduled opening later this year. Part of the respected Cinnamon Care Collection, Thurnby Fields will bring a mix of residential, dementia and respite care to the local community — addressing a growing demand for high-quality, purpose-built senior living facilities in the region. A New Standard in Care and Community 4 Once complete, Thurnby Fields will feature: These…
In a landmark move for both climate policy and global aviation strategy, Singapore has introduced the world’s first passenger-ticket levy on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) — a charge aimed at accelerating the roll-out of cleaner fuels while positioning Southeast Asia as a major production hub. The policy heralds significant changes for air travel in the region and reflects shifting global dynamics as some traditional markets pull back on clean energy incentives. The levy, which will be applied to airline tickets sold from 1 April 2026 for flights departing after 1 October 2026, will range from approximately US $0.75 for short-haul…
There are restaurants you visit for the food. Others you choose for the setting. Then there are places that manage to get everything right at once. 70 ONE Restaurant & Lounge belongs firmly in that final category. Set against a striking riverside backdrop, 70 ONE delivers more than a meal. It offers mood, movement and a sense of occasion from the moment you walk through the doors. There is an immediate warmth to the space. It feels polished without being intimidating, elevated without losing its ease. Born in the winter of 2022, the restaurant draws deeply from Bangladeshi hospitality traditions…
In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) has moved far beyond early experimentation in supply chain management. Instead of being a futuristic concept, AI is now a practical engine of efficiency, responsiveness and strategic differentiation — particularly as companies confront volatility, shifting demand and the need for resilient, data-driven operations. According to recent industry insights, organisations investing in AI are seeing measurable gains in performance, responsiveness and value capture. From autonomous sourcing to predictive analytics and real-time risk management, AI is reshaping how supply chains operate — turning reactive logistics into proactive, optimised networks that can adapt quickly to change. From Tactical…
As commodity prices firmed in recent sessions — with West Texas Intermediate crude near $65 a barrel and Brent approaching $70 — global energy stocks have enjoyed a broad upswing, bolstered by investor appetite for both traditional oil majors and energy infrastructure plays. Price momentum and company-specific developments have been key drivers of the rally. Several factors are shaping this dynamic: Overall gains in energy indices suggest the sector is no longer a uniform trade — performance varies by commodity exposure, balance sheet resilience and project pipelines — but the near-term trend leans positive as prices stabilise and strategic drivers…