Japan lists Class 1 PFOA-related compounds under the Chemical Substances Control Law
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 10:12 EST
SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 174.24, highlighting the specified list of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) isomers, their salts and PFOA-related compounds under the country's Chemical Substances Control Law (CSCL) in relation to Class 1 Specified Substances. PFOA are used in products to resist sticking, heat, water, stains and grease, and are part of the 'forever chemicals' family, some of which have been found to be bioaccumulative and toxic to human, animal and environmental health. Japan added PFOA acids, isomers, their salts and PFOA-related compounds to the list of Class 1 Specified Chemical Substances under the CSCL in July 2024. SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 174.24 includes links to Japan's Ministerial Ordinance No. 4, which lists in full the
Final rule issued by US EPA on DecaBDE and PIP (3:1) TSCA revisions
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 10:03 EST
SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuards 173.24 on the US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) amendment to the final rules for decabromodiphenyl (DecaBDE) and Phenol, isopropylated phosphate (3:1) (PIP (3:1) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The final rules cover these chemicals as well as the products and articles containing them and will become effective on January 21, 2025. Widely used as flame retardants, DecaBDE and PIP (3:1) have been identified as persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic chemicals. The EPA's final rule was issued on November 19, 2024, in the Federal Register, and is intended to reduce potential exposure and address implementation matters. The final rules come after several revised proposals for the control of these chemicals under TSCA, including the extension of the PIP (3:1) compliance deadline to October 2024. SGS expe
Summerfield Welcomes New Bakery To Lisieux Way, Taunton
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 07:17 EST
South-west developer Summerfield Commercial is pleased to have helped bring a brand-new bakery to Lisieux Way, Taunton; selling baked goods made traditionally and locally. Somerset Bakehouse opened its sixth bakery in the county in time to sell seasonal favourites such as yule logs, mince pies and gingerbread alongside its usual range of breads, buns, cakes and pies. Within a couple of months of initially viewing the premises, the lease with Summerfield Commercial was signed, the shop fitted out in the bakery's now familiar layout and branding, and the doors were opened for trading. For Summerfield Commercial, Divisional Director Will Grant said: "It was a remarkably quick turnaround from the time Somerset Bakehouse viewed the unit to the day it opened for business. We are delighted to welcome this locally based, craft baker which is a great fit for our thriving retail parade at Lisieux Way."
Consultation over amended standards for toys and children's products in Hong Kong
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 06:59 EST
SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 172.24 to highlight Hong Kong's consultation over plans to revise its toys and children's products standards. Hong Kong's Ordinance Cap 424 regulates toys and children's products. Under this ordinance, they must comply with all applicable requirements in any single safety standard specified in Schedule 1 (Toy Standards) or Schedule 2 (Product Standards). A one-month consultation was launched in Hong Kong on December 2, 2024, over proposed updates to the safety standards, which would adopt up-to-date and operative versions of the standards for toys and seven categories of Schedule 2 products in an annex to the ordinance. SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 172.24 includes a table summarizing highlights of the proposed amend
Consultation over draft food packaging law in Indonesia
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 06:44 EST
SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 171.24, highlighting consultation on Indonesia's draft food packaging law. The proposed law was announced by the World Trade Organization (WTO) in November 2024 and has been drafted by Indonesia's Food and Drug Authority ((Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM)). The proposals are intended to ensure a high level of food safety and are open for comments until January 27, 2025. SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 171.24 includes a helpful table summarizing the proposals, which were attached to WTO document number 24-8412. Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 171.24 for more details. SGS food contact material services SGS's technical ex
JourneyPrice.co.uk Reveals What's Driving the UK's Christmas Travel Plans
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 05:57 EST
A festive survey by JourneyPrice.co.uk has unwrapped some surprising trends about how Brits are hitting the road this Christmas. With 3 in 10 planning a Christmas trip, the journey itself has become an integral part of the festive experience, with 72% of respondents agreeing it adds to the magic of the season. For those travelling over the Christmas period, 80% cite family visits as their primary reason for hitting the road. Indeed, Christmas celebrations remain a family matter, with over half (51.25%) of travellers having children in tow, while nearly half (45%) will also be joined by their pets. Most will make a proper visit of it, with 40% staying 2-3 nights, though 27% are just there for Christmas Day. Making a day of it will often entail an early alarm - with just 19% of travellers saying they'll set off in the afternoon. We all know that festive travel isn't always fun and not everyone relishes th
Save the date for the 2025 T3 Conference
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 15:43 EST
Hi John, The 2025 Technology Tools for Today (T3) Conference is shaping up to be one to remember. T3 president Joel Bruckenstein and I hope you will join us March 3-6, 2025 in downtown Dallas for the 21st T3 Conference. This year's theme, The Organic Growth Imperative, will focus on organic growth - not just M&A - which is imperative if advisors want to thrive and capture the attention of next-generation clients. This conference will showcase solutions advisors can use to solve any organic growth challenges they are experiencing. We are thrilled to announce that James Dean, Global Generative AI Specialist and Financial Services Industry Lead at Google Cloud, will be a keynote speaker on March 3rd.
V. Marchese's 'Banana Jack' Inspires Young Man to Overcome Odds and Achieve His Academic Goals
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 12:49 EST
V. Marchese, a family-owned wholesaler offering fresh produce, dairy and spices throughout the Midwest recently encountered a young man who due to an illness has struggled to meet his academic goals and listened to his story about how V. Marchese helped to inspire him to persevere. The following is the story of Eddie Osborn who embraced V. Marchese's long-time icon "Banana Jack" to give him strength through hard times: Finding Joy in the Journey: Eddie Osborn's Inspiring Story and 'Banana Jack's' Role in It In the metropolitan Milwaukee area, the whimsical image of Banana Jack on V. Marchese's delivery trucks has sparked laughter and joy for many. But for one young man, seeing that quirky human-like banana figure was more than just a moment of amusement; it became a symbol of hope during a challenging time. Meet Edison "Eddie" Osborn, a determined young man whose jo
México, tercer destino preferido por las Fintech peruanas para internacionalizarse
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 10:35 EST
Según el Finnovista Fintech Radar Perú 2024 recientemente presentado por Finnosummit, en colaboración con Galileo y Mastercard, el índice general de internacionalización en Perú es del 49.1%. De esas, un 20.8% eligen México para operar, por detrás de Colombia, destino del 24.5% de las Fintech peruanas, y de Chile (22.6%). Perú cuenta actualmente con un ecosistema Fintech local de 193, con un total de 346 startups entre extranjeras y locales. Finnosummit, la plataforma líder del ecosistema Fintech de América Latina que impulsa y conecta a innovadores y actores clave de la industria para transformar las finanzas y crear un mundo mejor a través de eventos, programas para startups, publicaciones y estudios y networking de alto impacto, reveló recientemente los últimos resultados de
BTC Receives an Acknowledgement Letter Following NDI Notification for FermenGIN
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 10:31 EST
SGS Nutrasource is pleased to announce that BTC, a Korea-based manufacturer, with support from GRAS Associates (GA), a SGS Nutrasource company, has received an Acknowledgement Letter from the FDA following the New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) notification for their ingredient, FermenGIN. An enzyme-treated ginseng root extract powder, FermenGIN is recommended for use in healthy adults with a daily serving up to 3.5 g/day for up to three months. "With the help of GRAS Associates, the BTC Corporation successfully completed the FDA NDIN process (No. 1362). GA's team was highly professional, providing clear guidance appropriate to the situation on the materials required for the submission," says Dogulas Kim, BTC's R&D Center Director. "Their experts, with diverse backgrounds, offered valuable insights, particularly on safety considerations, ensuring our application was robust and well-prepared. Additionally, GA's extensive experie
Perú se consagra como terreno de oportunidades para más de 150 startups Fintech extranjeras
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 10:22 EST
Finnosummit, la plataforma líder del ecosistema Fintech de América Latina que impulsa y conecta a innovadores y actores clave de la industria para transformar las finanzas y crear un mundo mejor a través de eventos, programas para startups, publicaciones y estudios y networking de alto impacto, reveló los resultados de la nueva edición del Finnovista Fintech Radar Perú 2024, en alianza con Mastercard, empresa líder de tecnología en la industria global de pagos; y Galileo Financial Technologies, una empresa líder en tecnología financiera propiedad de SoFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOFI). Desde su lanzamiento en 2016, los Finnovista Fintech Radar, ahora realizados por Finnosummit, se han convertido en los
Deprived Communities Risk Being Left Behind in Electric Vehicle Transition, Charge Gully Research Reveals
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 05:21 EST
Can you afford an electric car? The answer may depend entirely on one factor: does your property come with off-road parking, or does it not? A new study by innovative company Charge Gully reveals that without urgent intervention, the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) could exacerbate socioeconomic inequalities, with poorer residents at risk of being left behind. The findings lay bare the disparity between households with and without access to off-road parking - with the latter unable to charge EVs at home. Charge Gully's analysis draws on data from the latest English Housing Survey, which found stark differences in access to off-road parking such as a driveway or a garage based on wealth. While 91% of households in the 10% most affluent areas of England have access to off-road parking, this figure plummets to less than half for the 10% most deprived areas. The implications of this disparity are s
Pallet Trucks UK: Why Elevating Customer Experience Will Be Key to Success in 2025
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 04:17 EST
Pallet Trucks UK, a leading provider of high-quality manual handling and pallet truck solutions, has a clear prediction for the year to come: businesses prioritising the customer experience through the logistics chain will be the true winners in 2025. Where logistics and consumer expectations intersect, Pallet Trucks UK urges brands to focus on refining their processes to maintain a loyal customer base, draw in new customers, and thrive in the face of growing challenges. Drawing insights from the latest report by GXO, which underlines the pivotal role of logistics in customer satisfaction, Pallet Trucks UK shines the spotlight on the importance of quick, reliable operations. According to the report, late deliveries, out-of-stock items, and cumbersome returns processes can negatively impact a brand's reputation. Efficient logistics powered by advanced warehouse management systems are critical for stock visibility, o
Midland Bearings Announces Launch of New Trade-Only Website, Streamlining Purchasing Process for Valued Partners
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 04:07 EST
Midland Bearings, a leading supplier of bearings and related components in the UK, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new trade-only web shop. Designed to streamline the purchasing process for its valued trade partners, the new website offers exclusive access to Midland Bearings’ comprehensive product range and a host of features to enhance the customer experience. “We are excited to unveil our new trade-only web shop,” said Phil Chesworth, Managing Director at Midland Bearings. “This innovative platform has been meticulously designed to meet the specific needs of our trade customers, providing them with a faster, easier, and more convenient way to purchase the bearings they need to keep their operations running smoothly.” The new Midland Bearings trade-only web shop will offer a number of features to streamline the purchasing process for customers as well as provide trade partners with exclusive access to Midland Bearings
Airtm Enhances Its Board of Directors with Two Strategic Appointments
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 15:04 EST
Airtm, the most connected digital dollar account in the world, is proud to announce the addition of two distinguished industry leaders to its Board of Directors: Rafael de la Vega, Global SVP of Partnerships at Auctane, and Shivani Siroya, CEO & Founder of Tala. These appointments reflect Airtm's commitment to innovation and financial inclusion as the company enters its next phase of growth. "We are thrilled to welcome Rafael and Shivani to Airtm's Board of Directors," said Ruben Galindo Steckel, Co-founder and CEO of Airtm. "Their unique perspectives and proven track records will be invaluable as we continue scaling our platform to empower individuals and businesses in emerging markets. Together, we'll push the boundaries of financial inclusion and innovation to create a more connected and equitable global economy. Rafael and Shivani bring a wealth of experience and strategic insight that will strengthen Airtm's mission to connect emerging e
Area Farmers and Growers to Receive AgPack Benefits from McCoy Ford
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 12:47 EST
Farmers helping farmers find a return on their truck investment is how AgPack® was born. Now, 12 years later, AgPack benefits to farmers and ranchers could quickly add up to $40,000* in real operational savings. McCoy Ford of Homea Path recently completed the stringent requirements to become a local Certified Agriculture Dealership making them eligible to now offer AgPack to their farm and grower customers. This package provides a first ever "Return on an Agriculture Truck Investment." Now, accessibility to AgPack for ranchers & farmers in the Homea Path area is even closer. This nationwide program is now available at McCoy Ford. Their staff has recently completed stringent training in order to qualify as an official Certified Agriculture Dealership. The training will help the staff to better understand the specific demands farmers, ranchers and growers have of their farm & ranch vehicles.
AI Revolution Driven by Executive Leaders
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 11:21 EST
For Immediate Release: December 18, 2024 Contact: Amy Gwiazdowski, agwiazdowski@ama.org AI Revolution Driven by Executive Leaders New report from Lightricks and the American Marketing Association highlights adoption patterns, challenges, and opportunities across the marketing profession Chicago, IL-A new report released by Lightricks and the American Marketing Association (AMA) reveals that executives are driving AI adoption in their organizations. The results of this research were revealing: AI adoption in marketing has surged to 90% and the transformation is distinctly driven from the top down. Unlike previous tec
Driving Biohealth Forward: BioForward Wisconsin Welcomes New Board Leaders to Propel Industry Growth
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 11:17 EST
Madison, WI - BioForward Wisconsin, the leading advocate for Wisconsin's flourishing biohealth cluster, is proud to announce new Board of Directors appointments as it builds on a groundbreaking 2024. These achievements set the stage for even greater biohealth advancements and collaboration in 2025. 2024: A Year of Milestones BioForward achieved transformative progress, including securing Phase II Tech Hub funding, releasing the 2024 WI Biohealth Economic Impact Report showcasing a $37.7 billion contribution to Wisconsin's economy, and hosting a record-breaking Wisconsin Biohealth Summit. CEO Lisa Johnson stated, "These accomplishments are a testament to Wisconsin's growing leadership in biohealth and relentless drive to innovate." Welcoming New Board Members BioForward proudly introduces three esteemed leaders to its Board of Directors: David Jeremy Katzman
Harris Data Integrity Solutions Taps Julie Pursley as Director of Industry Relations
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 10:00 EST
Harris Data Integrity Solutions, the leading provider of best-in-class person data integrity services and software, announced today the appointment of Julie Pursley, MSHI, RHIA, CHDA, FAHIMA, as its director of industry relations. In this role, which oversees all facets of sales activities, Pursley will focus on building team and client success and business operational efficiencies through a strong blend of management, strategic selling principles, industry presence, and thought leadership. "Julie's experience, reputation as a change agent in the evolving health information landscape, and her focus on ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of health data complements Harris Data Integrity Solutions' commitment to providing innovative person matching and MPI management solutions and services," says Rachel Podczervinski, MS, RHIA, senior vice pre
For fifth time, ShowStoppers to introduce journalists to 10 startups from Japan at two ShowStoppers events during CES
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 09:30 EST
TOKYO, NEW YORK and LAS VEGAS, 18 Dec. 2024 - For the fifth time, ShowStoppers®, https://www.showstoppers.com, will introduce 10 startup companies from Japan with new tech for work, home and play to tech and business journalists from around the world - and potential investors and business partners -- at two ShowStoppers® special events during the CES tradeshow in Las Vegas. The startups are organized and selected by ShowStoppers partner JETRO, https://www.jetro.go.jp/en/, the Japan External Trade Organization, a government-supported agency that assists innovative startups in expanding their businesses into the global market. With the mission to export Japanese ingenuity worldwide, JETRO provides a wide ra