Bureau Veritas Signs an Agreement to Acquire Contec AQC and its Two Subsidiaries

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Bureau Veritas, a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Contec AQS and its two owned subsidiaries Exenet and PMPI. The planned acquisition is aligned with Bureau Veritas’ LEAP | 28 strategy to expand its leadership in the Buildings and Infrastructure market. Bureau Veritas contributes […]

Opportune LLP Onboards Jade Wang as Principal in Energy Practice

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Opportune LLP, a leading global business advisory firm, announced that Jade Wang has joined the firm as a Principal in its Oil & Gas Process & Technology Practice. With 24 years of broad experience in the energy industry, Ms. Wang will focus on expanding the firm’s service lines in Upstream, Midstream, and Energy Components. Before joining Opportune, […]

AIR Launches OOKA Pro Latest Innovation in Shisha

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Advanced Inhalation Rituals (AIR) has recently announced the launch of the OOKA Pro, its latest innovation in shisha technology. Building on the launch of its revolutionary OOKA device in 2023, OOKA Pro aims to transform the shisha offering for hospitality venues as part of its mission to provide cleaner, reduced-risk alternatives to traditional shisha. The launch of the […]

How Streetwear Became A Billion-Dollar Industry: Trends You Need To Watch

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What do sneakers, hoodies, and skateboards have in common? They’ve helped create a billion-dollar empire. Streetwear, once a small subculture, is now a global fashion powerhouse. It’s not just about clothes anymore; it’s about attitude, identity, and exclusivity. And here’s the thing: it’s only getting bigger. But why has this style captured the hearts of […]