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• December 2022: A cooperative venture called Rebottle between Singapore Polytechnic (SP) and SembWaste, a fully owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) intends to increase the amount of PET bottles that are recycled in Singapore, beginning with the Punggol Shore area.
• June 2022: The introduction of a representative office in the Wijayakusuma Industrial Area was conducted on Thursday, June 30, 2022, making it a significant day in the history of PT Prasadha Pamunah Waste Industries (PPLI). The Wijayakusuma Industrial Estate's management, PT KIW, has leased space to the newly established PT PPLI representative office (Persero). Selling land for industrial usage, renting Ready-to-Use Factory Buildings (BPSP), and leasing space for offices are all part of PT KIW's primary business. The PT PPLI-DESI representative office will be opened with the intention of being a dependable partner for businesses, the Indonesian government, and other stakeholders, and contributing to Indonesia's economic and environmental growth.

• December 2022: A cooperative venture called Rebottle between Singapore Polytechnic (SP) and SembWaste, a fully owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) intends to increase the amount of PET bottles that are recycled in Singapore, beginning with the Punggol Shore area.
• June 2022: The introduction of a representative office in the Wijayakusuma Industrial Area was conducted on Thursday, June 30, 2022, making it a significant day in the history of PT Prasadha Pamunah Waste Industries (PPLI). The Wijayakusuma Industrial Estate's management, PT KIW, has leased space to the newly established PT PPLI representative office (Persero). Selling land for industrial usage, renting Ready-to-Use Factory Buildings (BPSP), and leasing space for offices are all part of PT KIW's primary business. The PT PPLI-DESI representative office will be opened with the intention of being a dependable partner for businesses, the Indonesian government, and other stakeholders, and contributing to Indonesia's economic and environmental growth.

• In April 2021, Kirkland and Ellis expanded its third outpost in Texas. With this expansion, the total number of locations increased to 17. The 10 offices are in the United States, whereas three are in Asia and four are in Europe.
• In January 2021, Latham and Watkins added a new partner in Tokyo, focusing on Japanese law matters. Hiroaki Takagi joins from Nishimura & Asahi, where he had been a partner since 2015, advising securities and corporate transactions.

• January 2024: African Agriculture Holdings Inc. inked a multi-year agreement with South Korea’s Dr. Kahn, sourcing alfalfa from its expansive 700-hectare farm in Senegal. The agreement is anticipated to enhance the company's revenue in 2024 and 2025.
• December 2022: Terradam expanded its business by constructing a new depot in Jan Kempdrop in the Northern Cape, South Africa. The depot spans an area of 60,000 sq. m consisting of a National Lucerne Trust-certified quality laboratory, warehouses, weighbridge, and under-roof storage.

• June 2023: BASF SE intends to expand the production capacity of alkyl polyglucosides in Bangpakong, Thailand. This expansion will help the company to strengthen its position in the global alkyl polyglycoside market. This production site expansion is expected to be completed by 2025.
• June 2023: BASF plans to boost its production capacity for alkyl polyglucosides (APGs) at its Cincinnati site in Ohio, United States. This move positions BASF at the forefront of the global shift towards bio-based and biodegradable surfactants, catering to a wide range of applications from personal and home care to industrial cleaning and formulations.

• June 2022: Stepan Company launched its European Supply Chain Sustainability Council, which is focused on engaging all areas of its European business to track and forecast future needs, making the supply chain channels more effective and stable.
• April 2022: Lamberti SPA acquired UK-based Turftech International. Turftech is a leading company that develops and sells special surfactants for applications in horticulture and turf. The company is expanding its product portfolio and market share in the region through this acquisition.

• December 2022: B. Braun Medical Inc. (B. Braun) announced the launch of its next generation of infusion management software, DoseTrac Enterprise Infusion Management Software.
• December 2022: The Government of India implemented the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) nationwide. The program aims to mitigate risks to animal health by implementing prophylactic vaccination against animal diseases, increasing the capacity of veterinary services, enhancing disease surveillance, and strengthening veterinary infrastructure, including the provision of essential veterinary healthcare equipment in hospitals.

• February 2023: Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd unveiled the establishment of a new company in Singapore. This move is strategically aimed at bolstering its presence in Southeast Asia and India, regions witnessing a surge in robot demand.
• October 2022: Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd unveiled its latest innovation, the FAZER R AP. This new product introduces an automatic flight feature to the FAZER R industrial unmanned helicopter, enhancing its agricultural applications and boosting spraying efficiency.
• September 2022: GEA launched GEA Dairy Feed F4500, an autonomously driving feeding robot that has been designed to take on this task independently and can handle herds of up to 300 cows. At the same time, it uses innovative sensor technology to reduce feed waste to a minimum saving time, money, and natural resources.

• May 2024: Oil-Dri Corporation of America finalized its USD 46 million acquisition of Ultra Pet, a leading crystal catheter company. Both companies emphasize smooth integration, leveraging expertise and shared values to deliver superior products and grow their combined customer base.
• February 2024: PetSafe introduced PetSafe ScoopFree Premium Natural Litter, designed to manage odor for over 21 days. The litter is 100% natural, made from fossilized algae, and contains no additional fragrances, dyes, or chemicals.
• February 2024: Kent Corporation’s brand, World's Best Cat Litter, partnered with Little Big Brands to design a new logo, packaging, and a softer color scheme that reflects its natural and sustainable cat litter products.

• October 2024: Mérieux NutriSciences has acquired the food testing business from Bureau Veritas, a French company specializing in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC). This acquisition has allowed Mérieux NutriSciences to broaden its geographic reach, now operating in 32 countries.
• October 2024: NSF International established its inaugural laboratory in Germany, providing in-house certification testing for the NSF/ANSI/CAN 60 (Drinking Water Chemicals – Health Effects) and NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 (Drinking Water System Components – Health Effects) standards.
• May 2024: Intertek Group PLC signed a landmark Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Korea Testing & Research Institute (KTR), a top Korean testing and certification provider. This collaboration marks a significant step in streamlining global market access for electrical and electronic product manufacturers worldwide.