Europe

As Brexit Looms, Paris Tries a Business Makeover

December 13, 2017

The phone rings a lot at Paris Region Entreprises, a one-stop shop for companies deciding whether to move employees to the City of Light. Typically, callers ask about visas and minutiae of employment law. But not long ago, an executive from Japan called with a stumper: Where, he asked, are the dancing clubs?

DHL 'Innovation Day' Winners Introduce New Logistics Tech

December 12, 2017

Air Cargo World

At Deutsche Post-DHL’s 2017 "Innovation Day" at its Bonn, Germany, Innovation Center, the winners of a series of technology "challenges" introduced new products, including autonomous warehouse robots, an online platform for package drop-offs and an internet of things (IoT) approach to online shopping, among other new logistics offerings.

Luxury Brands Win Right to Block Sale of Goods on Amazon in Europe

December 11, 2017

The Wall Street Journal

Luxury brands can restrict retailers from selling their products on web platforms like Amazon.com Inc. and eBay Inc. to protect their image, the European Union’s top court ruled last week.

BGSA Supply Chain Conference to be held in Palm Beach

December 9, 2017

Russia Is Developing Its Own Subsea Production Technology

December 8, 2017

Maritime Executive

Russia has announced the development of its own subsea production technology. The move is part of the nation's plan to reduce dependence on imported products in its oil and gas industry in the face of sanctions enacted in response to its annexation of Crimea.

From Nepal to Nigeria, U.K. Aid Aims to Save 500,000 People From Slavery

December 8, 2017

Reuters

Hundreds of thousands of people who have survived modern slavery or risk becoming enslaved in nations including Bangladesh, Nepal and Nigeria will receive support through a 40m pound ($54m) aid package, the British government said last week.

Big Apples: Unusual Weather Produces Fruit Twice the Normal Size

December 7, 2017

The Guardian

A British supermarket is selling supersized Braeburn apples after unusual weather conditions in the spring produced a crop of giants.

Firms Get Guidance on Supply Chain Cybersecurity

December 6, 2017

Supply Management

The U.K. government has released guidance for businesses using cloud-enabled software such as data storage or anti-virus tools.

UPS Testing Sustainable Delivery System in Europe

December 5, 2017

Environmental Leader

UPS is testing a depot-to-door delivery system in central London. The Low Impact City Logistics project will reduce traffic congestion and emissions associated with urban package delivery by using a power-assisted delivery trailer. If successful, it could change the way packages are delivered in cities in the U.K.

Mercedes Plans More Drone Deliveries After 100 Perfect Flights

December 4, 2017

Industryweek

Mercedes-Benz, conducting the biggest test using drones to ship everyday items like ground coffee and cellphones, said the mini aircraft completed 100 drop-offs to strategically placed vans in Zurich with a perfect safety record and more deliveries are planned for next year.

Europe

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