https://www.scmp.com/rss/318056/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Singapore Airlines said on Monday it will buy 1,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Neste, the first purchase of the low-carbon jet fuel from the Finnish firm’s refinery in the city state. The leading Asian carrier signed an agreement with Neste to purchase the SAF to blend with conventional fuel for use by the airline and its budget arm Scoot, according to a joint statement issued by the three companies. The Neste refinery’s expansion at Changi was completed last year, and it now... https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3261621/singapore-airlines-signs-historic-deal-buy-1000-tonnes-sustainable-jet-fuel-finlands-neste?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3261621/singapore-airlines-signs-historic-deal-buy-1000-tonnes-sustainable-jet-fuel-finlands-neste?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 May 2024 11:51:54 +0000 Reuters Reuters US President Joe Biden held talks with Nordic leaders at Finland’s presidential palace on Thursday, visiting Nato’s newest member directly after knocking Russian President Vladimir Putin at a summit a day earlier. The president travelled to Finland, which shares a border with Russia, straight from this week’s Nato talks in Vilnius, Lithuania to participate in a US-Nordic summit with the leaders of Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and Norway. He will also hold a joint news conference with... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3227607/president-joe-biden-welcomes-incredible-finland-nato-ahead-summit-nordic-leaders?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3227607/president-joe-biden-welcomes-incredible-finland-nato-ahead-summit-nordic-leaders?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:28:27 +0000 Finland’s left-wing Prime Minister Sanna Marin conceded defeat on Sunday in the Nordic country’s parliamentary election as the opposition right-wing National Coalition Party (NCP) claimed victory in a tightly fought contest. The pro-business NCP was expected to win 48 of the 200 seats in parliament, narrowly ahead of the nationalist Finns Party with 46 seats and Marin’s Social Democrats on 43 seats, justice ministry election data showed with all ballots counted. “We got the biggest mandate,” NCP... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3215774/finlands-centre-right-leader-petteri-orpo-claims-election-victory?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3215774/finlands-centre-right-leader-petteri-orpo-claims-election-victory?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 02 Apr 2023 20:28:53 +0000 The 30 Nato allies started a ceremony to sign off on the accession protocols for Sweden and Finland on Tuesday, sending the membership bids of the two nations to the alliance capitals for legislative approvals. The move further increases Russia’s strategic isolation in the wake of its invasion of neighbouring Ukraine in February and military struggles there since. “This is truly a historic moment for Finland, for Sweden and for Nato,” said alliance Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. The 30... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3184186/ukraine-war-nato-formally-launches-ratification?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3184186/ukraine-war-nato-formally-launches-ratification?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Jul 2022 09:17:48 +0000 Agence France-Presse Agence France-Presse President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged Swedish and Finnish leaders in separate phone calls Saturday to abandon financial and political support for “terrorist” groups threatening Turkey’s national security. Erdogan has objected to the two Nordic nations becoming members of Nato over their failure to address Turkey’s terror-related concerns. Ankara in particular accused Stockholm of leniency toward the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) listed as a “terrorist” group by Ankara and its Western allies, as... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3178656/ukraine-war-turkeys-erdogan-talks-nato-hopefuls-sweden-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3178656/ukraine-war-turkeys-erdogan-talks-nato-hopefuls-sweden-and?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 May 2022 15:20:12 +0000 Russia will cut off natural gas to Finland after the Nordic country that applied for Nato membership this week refused President Vladimir Putin’s demand to pay in roubles, the Finnish state-owned energy company said Friday, the latest escalation over European energy amid the war in Ukraine. Finland is the latest country to lose the energy supply, which is used to generate electricity and power industry, after rejecting Russia’s decree. Poland and Bulgaria were cut off late last month but had... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3178594/ukraine-war-finland-says-russia-suspending-natural-gas-supplies?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3178594/ukraine-war-finland-says-russia-suspending-natural-gas-supplies?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 May 2022 15:35:14 +0000 Reuters Reuters Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Friday that moves by Finland and Sweden to join Nato were part of an increase in military threats near Russia’s western borders, and it was taking “adequate countermeasures”. In a speech, Shoigu also said the United States had stepped up strategic bomber flights in recent years, sent warships to the Baltic Sea and intensified training exercises in the region with its Nato partners. He said Russia would respond by forming 12 units and divisions in... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3178570/russia-taking-countermeasures-response-finland-and-sweden-joining?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3178570/russia-taking-countermeasures-response-finland-and-sweden-joining?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 May 2022 12:25:07 +0000 Reuters,Bloomberg Reuters,Bloomberg Finland’s President Sauli Niinisto confirmed on Sunday that his country would apply for membership of the Nato military alliance, in a historic policy shift prompted by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Moscow, which shares a 1,300km (800 mile) border with Finland, has said it would be a mistake for Helsinki to join the transatlantic alliance and that it would harm bilateral ties. Sweden is also expected to follow suit as public support for membership has grown amid security concerns. Sunday’s... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3177839/finlands-president-confirms-country-will-apply-join-nato-historic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3177839/finlands-president-confirms-country-will-apply-join-nato-historic?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 15 May 2022 11:40:33 +0000 Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev warned Thursday that Russia would deploy nuclear weapons close to the Baltic States and Scandinavia if Finland or Sweden decide to join Nato. Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council and president from 2008 to 2012, wrote on Telegram that if the countries joined, this would more than double Russia’s land border with Nato members. Russia says would use nukes only in face of ‘existential threat’ “Naturally, we will have to reinforce these... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3174299/ukraine-war-russia-repeats-nuclear-threat-would?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/russia-central-asia/article/3174299/ukraine-war-russia-repeats-nuclear-threat-would?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:17:21 +0000 At just short of 5.5 million, Finland's population is even smaller than Hong Kong's - yet the northern European country has garnered a name for itself in the world of electronics that far outstrips its size. As a single example, just about everyone has heard of Angry Birds, the video game that is as entertaining as it is addictive. It was developed by Finland's Rovio Entertainment and took the gaming world by storm following its release in 2009.  But Finland's association with electronics... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728578/tech-savvy-nation-packs-big-punch?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728578/tech-savvy-nation-packs-big-punch?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:55:01 +0000 Finland is the wildcard of European tourism - well away from run-of-the-mill itineraries and with an abundance of natural attractions. Relatively few travellers from China make it to Helsinki and beyond - around 135,000 per year from the mainland and Hong Kong, according to recent statistics.  However, those who do head well away from the beaten track will find themselves exploring a natural wonderland. Whatever the season - and there are distinct differences in temperature between spring and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728575/landscape-offers-wonderland-nature-lovers-explore?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728575/landscape-offers-wonderland-nature-lovers-explore?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:52:59 +0000 Finland lies partly in the Arctic Circle and is the coldest country in the European Union (EU). So power, and likewise heating, is more than just a mere necessity - it's absolutely vital to maintain the country's high economic and social standards. As a result, Finland has become one of the leading proponents of finding sources of alternative energy.  At present, around a quarter of primary energy consumed in Finland is covered by renewable sources, which is one of the highest figures among all... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728568/pursuit-clean-energy-sources?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728568/pursuit-clean-energy-sources?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:46:55 +0000 A "hidden gem", Tampere may not be highly recognised outside the Nordic region despite being Finland's fastest-developing city - but not for long. With the Tampere Region Economic Development Agency (TREDEA) at the helm, Tampere reinforces its commitment to attract global investments and tourists. "One of the world's most stable societies, Finland is favourable for foreign investors and visitors," says Petri Nykanen, TREDEA's director of business development and Invest In team. "As a thriving... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728354/discovering-tampere-thriving-investment-tourism-centre?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728354/discovering-tampere-thriving-investment-tourism-centre?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:08:48 +0000 Founded on a rich industrial history spanning more than 200 years, Valmet was reborn through the demerger of Metso's paper, pulp and power businesses in 2013. Through time and across economic movements, Valmet's commitment to developing fit-for-purpose and value-adding solutions remains unchanging. The company is a leading technology and service provider specialising in pulp mills, power plants for bioenergy production, and production lines for tissue, board and paper. It has a successful track... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728349/valmet-advances-globally-clean-technology-and-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728349/valmet-advances-globally-clean-technology-and-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:08:42 +0000 China's 12th five-year plan, which calls for infrastructure and industrial upgrades, presents opportunities for hi-tech tube and pipe fabrication machinery manufacturers such as T-Drill. Trailblazing since the 1970s, its patented T-Drill method - a way of branching tubes and pipes more quickly and cost-efficiently without expensive T-fittings - has become a worldwide success. T-Drill manufactures portable and handheld devices for plumbers and mechanical contractors and machineries for heavy... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728346/t-drill-delivers-fit-purpose-tube-and-pipe-fabrication-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728346/t-drill-delivers-fit-purpose-tube-and-pipe-fabrication-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:08:36 +0000 Responding to the rapidly growing demand for high-quality stone blocks worldwide, the leading Finnish granite producer, TG Granit, is expanding its product offering to include more colours and one-of-a-kind varieties.  The company has gone a long way from its roots as a family-owned enterprise established in 1966 to a valued global exporter of Karelia Red and Baltic Brown granite blocks to China and other markets.  To give itself a boost this year, TG Granit will participate in the China Xiamen... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728531/global-portfolio-secures-tg-granits-spot-top-granite-supplier?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728531/global-portfolio-secures-tg-granits-spot-top-granite-supplier?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:06:26 +0000 Start-ups make their elevator pitch in an ice hole cut through the Oulujoki river during Oulu's annual Polar Bear Pitching event in February. Despite the freezing temperature, investors flock to the event because Oulu is at the front end of hi-tech with robust developments on the "internet of things" (IoT) and the fifth generation of wireless communications (5G).  "Every day, some 2.6 billion people worldwide are utilising the communications products and services that have been developed in... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728527/polar-bear-pitch-draws-investors-mecca-high-technology?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728527/polar-bear-pitch-draws-investors-mecca-high-technology?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:01:46 +0000 Before online streaming media became a trend, Hibox Systems already made its mark as a pioneer of internet TV. In 2004, the Finnish company's founders combined their skills in information technology and engineering to build an internet protocol television (IPTV) system middleware purchased by a rapidly growing Finnish hotel chain. Since then, Hibox has evolved into a global provider of advanced integrated turnkey information and entertainment solutions for clients in the hospitality, residential... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728525/hibox-connects-users-integrated-web-tv?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728525/hibox-connects-users-integrated-web-tv?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 08:58:17 +0000 Goran Sundholm, a multiawarded entrepreneur recognised in 2002 for the highest number of patents in Finland, speaks of his inventions in plain terms. He jokingly describes the MetroTaifun system as a big vacuum cleaner and Elsi Smart Floor as a big touchpad. The two are products of MariGroup, where Sundholm is CEO and chairman of the board.  "Product development is the most important thing," Sundholm says. "Every time we meet a customer, we have something new." Reflecting such technological... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728519/marigroup-eyes-asian-partners-revolutionary-waste-control-system?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728519/marigroup-eyes-asian-partners-revolutionary-waste-control-system?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 08:55:17 +0000 Rakastu arkeen is a famous Finnish saying that exhorts people to fall in love with everyday life, and Martinex makes this possible by designing delightful and functional items for customers of all ages. As one of Finland's leading producers and wholesalers of household goods, textiles, toys and games, Martinex makes everyday life easier and more enjoyable. "We design products that are meant to be used by kids, adults and families every day," says Riia Sandstrom, managing director. "Our brand... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728503/martinex-makes-life-easier-toys-and-functional-items?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728503/martinex-makes-life-easier-toys-and-functional-items?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 08:36:11 +0000 How can content, technology and teaching combine to help each pupil to reach full potential? "Amid today's technologies, the killer app in education is still the teacher," says John Martin, CEO of Sanoma Learning - market leader in some of the world's best-performing education systems and frontrunner in digital transformation. Sanoma creates multichannel learning solutions that enhance the effectiveness of primary, secondary and vocational education. "Brilliant teachers are why Finnish education... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728502/sanomas-solutions-designed-make-positive-impact-learning?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728502/sanomas-solutions-designed-make-positive-impact-learning?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 08:30:10 +0000 The mark of a true businessman lies not in his products nor place of trade, but in his passion to fulfil customers' needs and in pursuit of such. For Karkkainen - one of Finland's largest privately owned shopping centres - the pursuit started with a truck, an aspiring entrepreneur and an open road. Driving through different cities selling various products, founder Juha Karkkainen grew his business from the back of his truck in 1988 to a retail and wholesale empire. Today, Karkkainen operates... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728489/karkkainen-grows-retail-and-wholesale-business-asian-suppliers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728489/karkkainen-grows-retail-and-wholesale-business-asian-suppliers?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 08:05:54 +0000 With strong demographic trends and a solid economic environment, the Nordic region boasts the fastest-growing cities in Europe. The region's capitals - Stockholm, Oslo and Helsinki - are ranked first, second and fourth among the fastest-growing cities in Europe and are prime locations for international investors and retailers.  Citycon, as a leading owner, manager and developer of urban grocery-anchored shopping centres, has positioned itself as a conduit for international brands to make a debut... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728406/citycon-opens-gateway-nordic-retail-sector?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728406/citycon-opens-gateway-nordic-retail-sector?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 06:30:25 +0000 As China moves towards infrastructure investments for sustainable economic growth, the award-winning Finnish company Visedo promises the latest in new energy vehicle technologies.  The pioneering electric drivetrain specialist emphasises fuel savings and reduced emissions in heavy mobile work machinery, buses and marine vessels, supporting the mainland's goal to improve energy efficiency in line with its 12th five-year plan. "Unlike most competitors, we provide full systems for various vehicle... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728366/visedos-green-technologies-power-energy-saving-vehicles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728366/visedos-green-technologies-power-energy-saving-vehicles?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 05:00:11 +0000 Leading global manufacturing subcontractor Fortaco Group is reshaping the way industries produce heavy equipment. Covering the whole value chain from design and prototyping to testing and life-cycle support, the company gives original equipment manufacturers an opportunity to consolidate their supplier base and focus more on their core businesses. Fortaco is also among the first subcontractors to apply aerospace and automotive technology to the heavy equipment supply chain. "We take the best... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728362/fortaco-reshapes-way-heavy-equipment-produced?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728362/fortaco-reshapes-way-heavy-equipment-produced?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 04:47:23 +0000 To maximise overall sales, retailers and suppliers must have a mix of products that answers to shoppers' needs and demands in every store location. Analyse2 Assortment Planning solution does the process with ease and accuracy. The solution taps into a retailer's process to organise data, revealing shoppers' preferences and behaviour. It then advises on the best combination of products to put on the store shelves. As a result, retailers and suppliers are able to avoid shortages and overstocking... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728352/analyse2-software-boosts-retailers-and-suppliers-profits?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728352/analyse2-software-boosts-retailers-and-suppliers-profits?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 04:21:02 +0000 When forest machine entrepreneur Einari Vidgren could not find logging machines that measured up to his standards, he created his own under the Ponsse brand. After almost 45 years, the company today maintains the passion for creating some of the best mechanised heavy equipment for cut-to-length (CTL) logging. As opposed to transporting whole trees to sawmills, CTL is a highly mechanical and efficient harvesting method that cuts the trees on site into specific order sizes.  "Unlike other... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728338/ponsse-sets-industry-standards-mechanised-tree-harvesting?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728338/ponsse-sets-industry-standards-mechanised-tree-harvesting?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 03:45:30 +0000 At daybreak, a contractor pulls up a map on his smartphone to see how his fleet of harvester machines are doing in the forest in real time. He can schedule maintenance, send size orders for logs, and view efficiency and production reports at the touch of a button. On the heavy equipment, an on-board computer relays size orders to sensors that guide the machine on how to cut the trees.  Such seamless communication between man and machine has been the focus of leading technology specialist Epec.... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728333/epec-helps-oems-create-superior-mobile-machines?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728333/epec-helps-oems-create-superior-mobile-machines?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 03:42:19 +0000 More than its international experience and customer-oriented approach, Finnish company Hydroll attributes its success as a global supplier of high-quality, piston-type hydraulic accumulators to its singular focus. "Integral to our growth is our unique positioning, being the only company in the world purely specialising in piston accumulator technology," says Ilpo Honkanen, managing director. "Tapping our industry-leading expertise, we aim to better educate the market about the many user benefits... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728326/hydroll-upbeat-expanding-market-piston-accumulators?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728326/hydroll-upbeat-expanding-market-piston-accumulators?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 03:36:10 +0000 With a passion for better energy, inductive product solutions provider Trafotek focuses on improving the quality of electricity, promoting energy efficiency and applying renewable resources. The company produces reactors and electrical filters for industrial automation and renewable energy applications, and power transformers for marine and offshore industries. Having generated thousands of product designs since 1983, Trafotek is known for its reliable and proven products, compact and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728323/trafotek-specialises-demanding-energy-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728323/trafotek-specialises-demanding-energy-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 03:28:09 +0000 Celebrating 70 years of expertise in high-quality pumps and electric motors, leading Finnish pump manufacturer Kolmeks is laying the groundwork for a China-led international expansion. With infrastructure on the rise in China and Asia-Pacific, the company has opened two sales offices in Beijing and Shenyang, in addition to its Shanghai branch, in a bid to become an established pump supplier on the mainland. "Kolmeks' standards ensure that we make reliable products, and we are seeing that there... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728319/pump-maker-kolmeks-upholds-european-efficiency-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728319/pump-maker-kolmeks-upholds-european-efficiency-china?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 03:23:15 +0000 For more than 130 years, Finnish consumers and businesses alike have enjoyed access to a variety of global brands such as Clarins, Sensai, Adidas, Omron, Kikkoman and Mitsubishi, thanks to Berner. Positioning itself as a gateway to Finland, Berner aims to expand its extensive brand portfolio through partnerships with more international companies carrying products that appeal to Finnish tastes.  Family-owned Berner imports products and markets them under seven business divisions: consumer goods,... https://www.scmp.com/article/1728317/berner-bridges-international-brands-local-consumers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1728317/berner-bridges-international-brands-local-consumers?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2015 03:17:38 +0000 Agility has become an essential attribute in overcoming challenges in a manufacturer's sourcing processes. With products today coming from a growing global network of suppliers, companies must be nimble to quickly meet quotas and fast-changing market demands. Harmonising companies' sourcing, logistics and process management tasks, HL Group drives industry growth by improving process handling functions instead of focusing only on products and components. "The world is full of products and... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727754/hl-group-develops-process-management-model-optimises-businesses?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727754/hl-group-develops-process-management-model-optimises-businesses?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 10:00:18 +0000 With about US$300 billion worth of rail infrastructure put up in China alone since 2011, the mainland is a huge market for noise-barrier assemblies that raise the sustainability quotient of railways, especially goods and high-speed trains.  SOP-Metal, a key project contractor in Finland, has an edge in this market with an innovative solution that can be placed very close to railway tracks. Only one metre in height, the solution affords train passengers an unobstructed view of the passing... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727753/sop-metal-brings-innovative-noise-barrier-solution-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727753/sop-metal-brings-innovative-noise-barrier-solution-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 09:56:40 +0000 As a pioneering manufacturer of dental imaging units, SOREDEX has come a long way since introducing the first high-frequency dental X-ray unit with a DC generator to the market in 1977. For almost 40 years, SOREDEX has ceaselessly developed reliable, innovative and user-friendly imaging solutions for dental professionals worldwide.  Going beyond oral applications, SOREDEX showcases breakthroughs in digital-imaging technology through its 3D SCANORA cone beam computed tomography systems. SCANORA... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727625/soredex-imaging-tools-go-beyond-dental-health-diagnosis?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727625/soredex-imaging-tools-go-beyond-dental-health-diagnosis?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:40:16 +0000 With its diverse range of niche ferroalloy and speciality alloy products, Finnish mining company Afarak Group is primed to become a major player in the global chrome market. "Our competitive advantage lies within our ability to focus on specialities," says Michael Lillja, executive director. "This unique ability sets Afarak Group apart from every other producer of ferrochrome." Among only a few global suppliers of specialised ferrochrome, Afarak's low-carbon and ultralow-carbon products have... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727618/vertically-integrated-chrome-specialist-lays-solid-foundation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727618/vertically-integrated-chrome-specialist-lays-solid-foundation?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:34:19 +0000 Weighing plays an integral part in business, and when massive amounts are involved, accuracy becomes even more crucial. As an industry heavyweight, Tamtron Group has more than 40 years of experience in pioneering the development of digital heavy weighing, mobile weighing and life-cycle servicing systems. The systems are crucial to industries such as mining, construction, railways, and pulp and paper. "Every material has value, and the only reliable method for defining any amount of material is... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727617/tamtron-scale-asian-operations?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727617/tamtron-scale-asian-operations?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:28:04 +0000 The anticipated change in the Arctic climate opens alternative sea trade routes from Asia to Europe. Likewise, Polar Logistics, one of Europe's leading providers of logistics, transport and forwarding solutions, foresees opportunities to reinforce and expand market borders. The company has a proven track record in air and sea freight, trucking and railway transport services. Its comprehensive offerings include operating warehouse and consolidation facilities, and assisting clients with... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727614/polar-logistics-delivers-high-quality-tailored-solutions-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727614/polar-logistics-delivers-high-quality-tailored-solutions-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:22:42 +0000 Rapid industrialisation comes with a hefty price tag: rising toxic waste levels that pose serious health risks. Crucial in the fight against pollution, Dekati provides fine particle measurement and sampling instruments that promote accountability and help companies fulfil their civic duties in policing air emissions.  Dekati was established in 1995 to commercialise the Electrical Low Pressure Impactor (ELPI), an air quality and power plant measurement technology developed by the Tampere... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727613/dekati-improves-real-time-particle-size-measurement?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727613/dekati-improves-real-time-particle-size-measurement?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:17:58 +0000 Changing the typical perception of wholesome food as being bland and unsavoury, Roberts sweeps the world by storm with flavour-packed and nutritious berry products guaranteed to delight the palates of even the most discerning consumers.  From a company established in 1910 to produce soft drinks, Roberts has expanded its focus to include innovative premium berry products, jams, fillings, marmalades and extracts.  "Very often, healthy products lack flavour. If it tastes good, it is probably not... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727606/roberts-berry-smoothie-delivers-goodness-every-sip?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727606/roberts-berry-smoothie-delivers-goodness-every-sip?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:15:02 +0000 Finland has established itself as an international model of progressive and innovative education. In fact, the country's education system consistently ranks among the best in global surveys such as the Global Innovation Index and the World Economic Forum's rankings. Keuda, one of Finland's premier providers of vocational education and training (VET), reflects this tradition of quality and seeks to share its technical expertise with other institutions worldwide. Its membership in international... https://www.scmp.com/article/1727597/keuda-spurs-partnerships-universities-through-chinet-network?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1727597/keuda-spurs-partnerships-universities-through-chinet-network?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:10:31 +0000 Chinese customers in need of high-quality, European-grade hitches, couplings and linkage systems for tractors have been able to purchase the products locally, thanks to LH Lift's facilities in the region. The Finnish company, already in business for more than 40 years, established its China purchasing office in early 2000 and opened a factory seven years later to produce tractor parts locally.  LH Lift has grown from initially providing only tractor hitches to offering a range of couplings, rear... https://www.scmp.com/article/1725057/lh-lift-eyes-oems-strengthen-foothold-china?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1725057/lh-lift-eyes-oems-strengthen-foothold-china?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:10:24 +0000 Europe's modern construction and industrial sectors are erecting greener buildings and dwellings with readily available energy- and cost-efficient heating solutions. With more than 200 years of business history, Rettig Group, through Rettig ICC, its indoor climate comfort business, provides buildings and domestic housing projects worldwide with pleasant and sustainable indoor climate solutions. As more businesses seek to achieve ideal levels of indoor climate comfort, Rettig ICC continuously... https://www.scmp.com/article/1725054/rettig-takes-lead-clean-indoor-climate-comfort-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1725054/rettig-takes-lead-clean-indoor-climate-comfort-solutions?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:10:17 +0000 World-leading forest industry company UPM-Kymmene Corporation (UPM) sees attractive profitability and growth fundamentals in Asia-Pacific, making the region one of the geographical areas of focus of its expansion strategy. The UPM Paper Asia strategic business unit was created in late 2013 as part of a reorganisation and to show UPM's long-term commitment to the region. "China is our largest market in Asia-Pacific," says Kim Poulsen, executive vice-president of UPM Paper Asia. "It offers... https://www.scmp.com/article/1725051/upm-strengthens-asia-pacific-platform-invests-speciality-paper-machine?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1725051/upm-strengthens-asia-pacific-platform-invests-speciality-paper-machine?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2015 07:10:11 +0000 Take-off and landing remain the most critical phases of flight amid the latest innovations in aviation - that is why the proper maintenance of runways is equally important as that of any aircraft. "The challenge becomes even more magnified with varying weather conditions and obstructions, particularly water, ice, snow or slush," says Martti Ahola, general manager of airport equipment specialist Moventor. Committed to making take-offs and landings safer, Moventor provides a range of friction... https://www.scmp.com/article/1725045/moventor-provides-friction-testers-safer-take-offs-and-landings?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/article/1725045/moventor-provides-friction-testers-safer-take-offs-and-landings?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Feb 2015 09:44:29 +0000