The British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) is delighted to announce that after productive negotiations, a tentative agreement for a new 4-year deal has been reached, acknowledging the valuable skills and contributions of B.C.’s waterfront workforce. While the agreement is still pending ratification by both Parties, specific details will not be disclosed at this time. […]
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the retail industry through its seamless integration of automation, data analysis, and advanced machine learning algorithms. This powerful combination is elevating the customer experience, optimizing business performance, and significantly boosting profits for forward-thinking brands. As leading retailers have already embraced this cutting-edge technology to gain a competitive edge, analysts predict […]
Read MoreOn July 30, there was an unexpected announcement from American firm Bolt Threads, revealing that the production of its mycelium-based leather alternative, Mylo, had come to a halt. Mylo had emerged as one of the most promising and innovative materials in the fashion industry. Notably, renowned designer Stella McCartney collaborated with Bolt Threads to test […]
Read MoreThe National Retail Federation’s chief economist, Jack Kleinhenz, said that the U.S. economy is still moving in the right direction despite slowing down. The first half of the year was better than expected and recent data shows underlying strength that seems to be rolling forward. Kleinhenz’s remarks came in the July issue of NRF’s […]
Read MoreIn the recent Baltic Exchange air cargo market update, two crucial questions were raised regarding the state of rates and volumes in the industry. Addressing the issue of demand, Bruce Chan, director and senior research analyst covering global logistics and future mobility at investment bank Stifel, presented three potential scenarios. In his bullish thesis, Chan […]
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