Apical Advances EUDR Readiness Ahead of Full Regulatory Implementation

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – Apical has successfully implemented a robust management system to ensure full compliance with the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which is set to take effect in December 2025. The company’s system assures a traceable, sustainable and deforestation-free supply chain, aligning with the … Read more

MyRepublic Awarded #1 Best Fixed Network in Asia by Ookla®

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – MyRepublic announces that it has been officially recognised by Ookla®, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, as the #1 Best Fixed Network in Asia. MyRepublic Awarded #1 Best Fixed Network in Asia by Ookla® Millions of users around the world trust Speedtest® … Read more

Launch of From the Ground Up: a draft strategy to unlock New Zealand’s geothermal potential.

Source: New Zealand Government Introduction It is my pleasure to welcome you, in my capacity as Minister for Resources and Regional Development, to the launch of From the Ground Up: a draft strategy to unlock New Zealand’s geothermal potential. Our geothermal resources present significant opportunities for each of your portfolios, and I have valued your … Read more

Ambitious course set for NZ’s geothermal potential

Source: New Zealand Government Doubling the production of geothermal energy by 2040 for electricity generation and direct heat applications is part of an ambitious plan to harness the vast potential of New Zealand’s geothermal resources, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. From the Ground Up – a draft strategy to unlock New Zealand’s geothermal potential, launched … Read more

FBS Wins First CSR Award for Making a Real Difference Across Asia

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – FBS, one of the leading global brokers, proudly announces a significant achievement — its first award for Corporate Social Responsibility. At the CFI.co Awards 2025, FBS received the title “Excellence in Social Responsibility within the Forex Industry — Asia,” recognizing the company’s … Read more

Allianz Commercial: Insurance market for hydrogen could reach more than US$3 billion by 2030

Source: Media Outreach Hydrogen demand could increase fivefold by 2050, while clean production may rise to 60% by 2035, driven by significant investments and planned projects globally. While market potential for hydrogen is very high, there are lots of unknown variables and risks for setting up a robust and secure infrastructure. The insurance sector has … Read more

Transporting New Zealand releases “How-To” HPMV Permitting Videos

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Over the last 15 years or so, High Productivity Motor Vehicles (HPMVs) have become more visible on New Zealand roads. They are heavier, longer, and – surprisingly for some – more efficient, safer, and greener. HPMV’s increased freight capacity reduces the number of required vehicle trips, resulting in emission … Read more

Property and Finance – Mortgage switching hits a record high as loan terms shorten – Cotality

Source: Cotality Analysis from Kelvin Davidson, Cotality NZ Chief Property Economist A record number of existing mortgage holders changed lenders in June, likely reflecting the short-term structure of many loans and the current ability to switch with minimal or no break fees. The cashbacks being offered are the incentive to take advantage of these conditions. … Read more

Health and Employment – Fed-up hospital nurses striking today over chronic short-staffing – NZNO

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Thousands of nurses, midwives, health care assistants and kaimahi hauora employed by Te Whatu Ora will down tools from 9am today until 9am tomorrow after Health NZ failed to address their safe staffing concerns. Strikes take place at more than 30 locations across the motu from Kaitaia in the north down … Read more

Finance Sector – FinCap to launch report calling for controls on debt collectors

Source: FinCap FinCap will launch its annual Voices report at Parliament on 31 July, at an event hosted by Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson. The report will provide data on the circumstances of people seeking assistance from financial mentors to cope with debt and make recommendations, including controls on harassment and abuse by debt … Read more

Storefriendly Introduces New Self-Service Storage System & IoT-Driven Smart Management — Enhanced Facilities to Meet Evolving Customer Needs

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – Storefriendly Self Storage Group has recently been honored with the prestigious “I&T Award (Hong Kong)” and “ESG Award (Hong Kong)” by the Self Storage Association Asia (SSAA). As an industry pioneer, the Group is the first to introduce a cutting-edge … Read more

Letright Spotlighted In Nikkei Bizruptors For Revolutionizing Sustainable Luxury In Outdoor Living.

Source: Media Outreach Recognition by Nikkei BizRuptors underscores Letright’s role in redefining eco-conscious luxury in global outdoor living KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – Letright Industrial Corp., Asia’s leading sustainable outdoor living specialist, has been featured in Nikkei BizRuptors, a case study platform by Nikkei Business Lab Asia. The … Read more

Kim Gan Enterprise Commemorates 24 Years in the Automotive and Industrial Supply Sector

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – Kim Gan Enterprise Pte. Ltd., an auto parts supplier in Singapore, is celebrating its 24th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 2001, the company began as a filter supplier and has since expanded its product range and customer base. Today, it … Read more

SH2 Riverstone Terraces safety upgrades

Source: New Zealand Government Safety improvements will begin soon on State Highway 2 (SH2) at the Moonshine Hill Road intersection at Riverstone Terraces in Upper Hutt, including intersection upgrades and a speed limit review, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “In the last five years there have been 65 crashes at this intersection. One was fatal, … Read more

DOC reveals “dream-makeover” of rat-infested hut

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  30 July 2025 It sits in a stunning location and is a two to three hour walk from the state highway through Arthurs Pass. Department of Conservation North Canterbury Senior Ranger Gavin (Gav) Collis knew it would be a perfect hut for a family’s first tramp. “We don’t have enough … Read more

Rural News – Practical safety reforms welcome news for farmers – Federated Farmers

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming new Government proposals to make farm health and safety rules more practical and grounded in real-world farming. Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden today announced targeted consultation with farmers and the wider agriculture sector on health and safety rule changes. Many of the proposed changes reflect what … Read more

Seafood Expo Asia Announces Conference Program with Expert-led Sessions on Sustainability, Aquaculture, Fish Processing, Aquafeeds and Consumer Trends in Asian Market

Source: Media Outreach The conference program will begin on the first day of the Expo, which runs from 10-12 September 2025 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, and continue throughout the three-day event. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – Seafood Expo Asia, organized by Diversified, announces its 2025 … Read more

Suanova Information, a Yeebo’s Subsidiary, Makes Its Debut at the 2025 WAIC

Source: Media Outreach Securing a Key Role in China’s AI Computing Power Sector Driving Industry Innovation and Development HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – Suanova Information (Shanghai) Limited (“Suanova Information”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited (“Yeebo” or the “Company”, stock code: 259, which together with its … Read more

Greenpeace: Governments must rise to the moment and vote in favour of a moratorium on deep sea mining

Source: Greenpeace The 30th session of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) has ended with Greenpeace saying governments are continuing to fall short in protecting the deep sea. While high-level representatives from Palau, France and Panama attended to rally the international community, Greenpeace is calling for greater efforts from more governments to put a legal barrier between … Read more

Workers First Union Statement – Kiwis Fleecing Kiwis: Why the Foodstuffs Model is Failing

Source: Workers First Union Statement Pak’N’Save Richmond workers are calling out their “Kiwi owned and operated” bosses after a 6-month bargaining ordeal for attempting to drive down average supermarket wages, undermining union rights, and giving loyal staff a raw deal, all the while pocketing healthy profits for themselves. Bargaining with the store’s owners, Glenn and Tracey … Read more

Independent Children’s Board to protect Kiwi kids

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is fulfilling a significant commitment to vulnerable Kiwi kids, with the appointment of Dr Ang Jury, ONZM as Chair of the new Board for the Independent Children’s Monitor. The Monitor is one of three statutory bodies having oversight of the Oranga Tamariki system, along with the Children’s Commissioner and … Read more

Aviation – Airways publishes 2025-2028 air traffic management service prices

Source: Airways NZ Airways New Zealand has today confirmed new prices for its air traffic management services for the next three-year pricing cycle. Every three years, Airways consults with its customers and stakeholders on proposed operating and capital expenditure, target revenue and service prices for the provision of air traffic control services. Consultation commenced in April … Read more

Kiwibank gets green light to grow

Source: New Zealand Government Kiwibank has been given the green light to compete more vigorously with the big four Australian-owned banks that dominate the New Zealand banking sector. Finance Minister Nicola Willis announced today that, following a market testing process, Cabinet had approved Kiwibank’s parent company raising up to $500 million of capital to fund … Read more

Politics – Luxon Govt tries to bring back the fax machine – Greenpeace

Source: Greenpeace As the next step in its Trump-like climate denial, the Luxon Government is today planning to push a law through Parliament to end the ban on new offshore oil and gas exploration permits, via the Crown Minerals Amendment Bill. “In the middle of the climate-amplified torrential rain pouring down onto our sodden country, the … Read more

Taking the next step in tackling boy racers

Source: New Zealand Government Boy racers will face serious consequences for anti-social and intimidating driving under tough new laws, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “New Zealanders are sick of seeing boy racers and dirt bike riders putting everyone around them at risk,” Mr Bishop says. “This Government is serious about … Read more

Nurses strike for safe staffing benefits all New Zealanders – NZCTU

Source: NZCTU The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is today supporting NZNO members across the country who are striking to push the Government to ensure safe staffing in the healthcare system. “The NZCTU and wider union movement stand in solidarity with nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants who are standing up and fighting for safe staffing and … Read more

Implementing the ACOP: risk management education resources on the way

Source: Maritime New Zealand At that stage, the developer group (representatives from ports, unions, stevedore companies, and companies with backgrounds in port operations, education and training) had identified five topics for education resources. Since then, the developer group identified risk management as the first topic to focus on. We carried out an online survey with … Read more