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Industrial New Orders up by 2.7% in Euro Area

added: 23-05-2007

The euro area (EA13) industrial new orders index rose by 2.7% in March 2007 compared with February 2007. The index fell by 0.6% in February and remained stable in January. EU27 new orders grew by 2.8% in March 2007, after an increase of 0.1% in February and a decrease of 1.4% in January. Excluding ships, railway and aerospace equipment4 industrial new orders grew by 2.7% in the euro area and by 2.5% in the EU27 in March 2007.

Simplification of Legislation on the Promotion of Agricultural Products in EU

added: 23-05-2007

The European Commission proposed a new, single framework for the promotion of agricultural products on the internal market and on third country markets. The new legal text merges the existing two pieces of legislation into one text, thus harmonising and simplifying the rules. For the stakeholders of promotion policy in the Member States, this single legal framework will facilitate access to and participation in the scheme.

World’s Web Conferencing Markets: Healthy Growth

added: 23-05-2007

The worldwide Web conferencing markets continue to see healthy growth, driven primarily by the increasing recognition of real time collaboration as a key enabler of business performance. Organizations are, therefore, prioritizing technology investments in real time collaboration tools, including Web conferencing, to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Women Entrepreneurs Say Technology Is Key to Their Success

added: 23-05-2007

Women entrepreneurs, who will represent half of all new small businesses in the U.S. by 2009, say that technology is a key factor in the success of their businesses and that they are comfortable with the digital era.

European Water and Wastewater Disinfection Systems Market Benefits From Rising Water Quality Concerns

added: 23-05-2007

The water and wastewater disinfection systems market is one of the fastest growing in the overall European water industry. Stringent legislation is the biggest driver of the market and will continue to create substantial growth opportunities as concerns about water pollution and the spread of water-borne diseases in Europe increase, leading to further regulatory measures. The total European market is expected to generate more than $700 million in revenues by 2013.

Global Focus on Reducing Vehicle Emissions Boosts Market for LPG / CNG Vehicles and Conversion Kits

added: 23-05-2007

As concerns over global warming continue to increase, the automotive industry is facing tremendous pressure to reduce vehicle emissions such as nitrous oxide (NOx), carbon dioxide (CO2) and particulate matter (PM) because of the harmful effects of these gases on the environment. At the same time, the prices of conventional fuels such as gasoline and diesel are increasing.

Highest Income Households Confess to Hitting Savings Snags

added: 23-05-2007

HSBC Bank USA, N.A., the U.S. banking unit of one of the world's largest financial services companies, announced the results of a recent HSBC Direct Consumer Survey which revealed that America's savings barriers stretch across income levels.

Workers Eager for Flexibility, Optimistic About Technology's Role

added: 23-05-2007

As commutes grow and cubicles shrink, workers in the United States are eagerly exploring the potential of flexible work arrangements. Likewise, more and more employers are considering policies that allow employees to work whenever and wherever they can be most productive.

3G telecommunications in Europe: a Long Way to go Before it Becomes Profitable

added: 23-05-2007

CCID Consulting commented today through its Communications Industry Research Center that 3G telecommunications has a long way to go before it becomes profitable in Europe. According to CCID, the expansion in market size expansion does not imply the start of profitability for 3G operators in Europe.

Oil Sands Gaining Ground With Rising Costs of Crude Oil

added: 22-05-2007

As prices and global demand for crude oil continue to increase, the North American oil sands market is poised for remarkable growth. Recent technological developments have considerably reduced the extraction and upgrading costs of bitumen. This, along with high crude oil prices, has made oil sands an attractive proposition for oil companies.

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