Author: Business Enquirer

In the face of mounting environmental crises, few companies have demonstrated as much scientific resolve and strategic direction as Sulapac. Since launching in 2016, the Helsinki-based biomaterials company has established itself as a serious contender in the global shift towards sustainable, circular production systems. Today, in 2025, Sulapac’s role has matured beyond that of a disruptive start-up—it is now a trusted partner for international brands committed to eliminating plastic waste. The scale of the problem Sulapac is tackling cannot be overstated. A decade ago, plastic pollution in oceans was estimated at five trillion particles. That figure has now exploded to…

Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group is a name that continues to resonate across emerging markets for its long-standing record of delivering sustainable value, championing local development, and building consumer trust. Established in 1988, the group has grown into a multinational powerhouse, operating across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. What began as a modest venture has since evolved into a diverse enterprise with stakes in fast-moving consumer goods, agriculture, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and financial services. At the heart of TGI’s success lies its ability to embed itself meaningfully in local economies. Rather than merely exporting a model from one market…

As World Environment Day 2025 approaches, the Ravin Group is taking centre stage in the global conversation on environmental responsibility with a powerful campaign launched in partnership with the Bhamla Foundation, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The initiative, unveiled during Ravin’s 75th anniversary celebrations earlier this year on January 18, marks a pivotal moment in the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability. Titled “Tik Tik Plastic,” the campaign highlights the urgent need to address plastic pollution and broader environmental challenges, reflecting Ravin’s deep-rooted ethos of ecological stewardship. The campaign launch was a high-profile affair…

Heriot-Watt University is charting a bold course for the future of brewing and distilling with the announcement of a £35 million fundraising drive to establish the Centre for Sustainable Brewing and Distilling (CSBD) in Edinburgh. The proposed facility will replace the university’s renowned International Centre for Brewing and Distilling (ICBD), ushering in a new era of innovation focused on environmental resilience and economic sustainability. Since its founding in 1989, the ICBD has become a breeding ground for industry pioneers, producing high-profile alumni such as Martin Dickie of BrewDog, Kirsty Black, Master Distiller at Arbikie, and David Wilkinson of Edinburgh Gin.…

GCEX Group, the regulated digital prime brokerage, has significantly broadened its commodities offering with the launch of eight new spot trading instruments. The expansion reflects the company’s strategy to deliver simplified, secure access to physical commodity markets without the logistical complexity of physical delivery, a growing priority among institutional investors. The newly added products, Brent Crude Oil, WTI Crude Oil, Henry Hub Natural Gas, Aluminium, Nickel, Copper, Zinc, and Lead, enable clients to trade directly on price movements of core energy and industrial metals markets. These additions are available on GCEX’s proprietary XplorTrader platform and via FIX API integration, offering…

As demand for natural resources accelerates worldwide, the Mining Drilling Services Market is experiencing a significant boom. According to a new in-depth study released by HTF Market Intelligence, the global market is projected to grow from $3.46 billion in 2025 to $5.34 billion by 2032, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. This growth is driven by increasing mineral exploration, technological innovation, and a renewed focus on sustainable and data-driven mining practices. The report profiles several industry leaders playing a central role in shaping the market landscape, including: These companies are leveraging advanced drilling technologies and regional…

Belgium-based electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider Connect Group has announced the launch of Connect Group USA Inc., a major strategic move that marks its official entry into the U.S. market. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the new entity will house a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility focused on assembly, module building, and after-sales services. The plant, expected to be fully operational by the fourth quarter of 2025, signals Connect Group’s commitment to deepening its global footprint and responding to surging customer demand for U.S.-made, locally supported manufacturing solutions. “This expansion reflects Connect Group’s commitment to bringing services closer to its clients and to…

Abu Dhabi’s newest energy powerhouse, XRG, has announced a bold five-year strategy to position itself among the world’s leading players in natural gas, LNG, and low-carbon energy. Backed by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and valued at approximately $80 billion, the company is aiming for transformative growth as it sets its sights on becoming a major global investor in sustainable energy solutions. Launched just seven months ago, XRG is rapidly emerging as a central pillar in ADNOC’s long-term energy diversification agenda. Its newly approved business plan, covering the period from 2025 to 2030, outlines an aggressive push to…

In an era dominated by headlines about electric vehicles, General Motors (GM) is making a bold and somewhat unconventional, move by doubling down on internal combustion technology. The automaker has announced a massive $888 million investment in its Tonawanda Propulsion Plant near Buffalo, New York, to produce its next-generation V-8 engines. This initiative marks the single largest investment GM has ever made in an engine facility, reaffirming the company’s commitment to its gasoline-powered product lines even as it accelerates its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions. The Tonawanda facility has been a cornerstone of GM’s engine production for nearly nine decades. Since…

The aviation industry is gearing up for a greener future but the runway remains long. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), global production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is expected to double to two million tonnes in 2025. While that marks progress, the volume still represents a mere 0.7% of total fuel consumption by airlines worldwide. SAF is widely viewed as a cornerstone of the industry’s decarbonisation efforts. Typically made from renewable feedstocks like used cooking oil, agricultural waste, and other biomass, these alternative fuels can cut lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 85% compared to conventional…