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New EU Act aims to keep AI safe
21st of November 2024
The world’s first major Act to regulate artificial intelligence passed into law across the European Union in August. It aims to ensure the technology is safe and respects the bloc’s “fundamental rights and values”. Hartley Milner explores how the legislation will impact businesses.
“AS THE MEMORY of past misfortunes
Sofidel buys Clearwater Paper Corporation
20th of November 2024
Italian tissue manufacturer Sofidel has finalised the acquisition of the tissue division of Clearwater Paper Corporation. This makes it the fourth largest tissue paper manufacturer in North America.
Thanks to the acquisition of four production plants - in North Carolina, Idaho, Nevada and Illinois - and the integration of 1,700 employees, Sofidel
Sustainable cleaning - going the natural route
19th of November 2024
What are the pros and cons of using so-called “natural” materials in cleaning and hygiene products? Ann Laffeaty asks industry players their opinions.
There has been an increasing trend for manufacturers to incorporate products such as wheat straw, bamboo and sugar cane into their products for environmental reasons. But are such moves
The digital and energy transition
18th of November 2024
Anna Garbagna in Italy reports from a recent seminar discussing Transition 5.0.
A series of investments between 2024 and 2025 which would lead to real and documentable energy savings: this is what the new Transition 5.0 is asking for, as highlighted by Marco Belardi, consultant of the Ministry of Economic Development (MISE).
The digital and
New Tork programme helps customers meet sustainability goals
15th of November 2024
New from Essity is Tork Focus4 Sustainability - a programme that promotes transparency and helps customers meet their goals with accessible and reliable sustainability information.
Tork Focus4 Sustainability provides a comprehensive summary of the key sustainability benefits of selected Tork systems.
"As sustainability legislation evolves and
Care of hard floors - tough decisions
15th of November 2024
What do people want most from their hard floor? Are they seeking a practical, sustainable and low-cost solution, or do they want a high shine for aesthetic reasons? Ann Laffeaty asks companies whether floor choice is a tough decision for the customer – or whether it is a no-brainer.
CHOOSING A FLOOR can be a difficult decision. Businesses
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