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Walmart chooses Swisslog ASRS powered by SynQ software

Walmart chooses Swisslog ASRS powered by SynQ software to enhance transparency and delivery of quality products in third milk processing facility

April 17, 2024 – Swisslog, a leading provider of best-in-class intralogistics warehouse automation and software, has announced that Walmart will install a Swisslog automation solution within its Robinson, TX, facility to enable seamless material flow and increase uptime. Walmart is planning to break ground on the milk processing facility later this year with the facility scheduled to open in 2026.

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Lombard Odier appoints Ali Janoudi as Head of New Markets

Lombard Odier appoints Ali Janoudi as Head of New Markets,
encompassing the Middle East, Eastern Europe, Turkey and Africa

Dubai, UAE, 17 April 2024 – Bank Lombard Odier & Co Ltd (“Lombard Odier”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ali Janoudi as Head of the New Markets region as of 1 April 2024. Based in Geneva, he becomes a Limited Partner and reports to Frédéric Rochat, Managing Partner and Co-Head of the Private Clients activity. He will also join the Private Clients Executive Committee.

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Audit profession stands at a crossroad in fight for talent

Audit profession stands at a crossroad in fight for talent

ACCA’s latest report calls for a concerted effort to address long-standing talent challenges

Dubai, UAE; April 17, 2024: Major challenges that the audit profession faces in attracting and retaining talent are set out in the latest report by ACCA & CAANZ. A survey conducted by accountancy bodies ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), supported by a series of global roundtables, revealed persistent challenges facing the auditing profession in its battle to attract and retain talent, implying declining numbers entering the audit profession.

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Masdar and EGA form alliance

Masdar and EGA form alliance to work together on aluminium decarbonisation and growth through renewables

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; 17 April 2024: Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, one of the world’s largest clean energy companies, and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest ‘premium aluminium’ producer in the world, agreed an alliance to work together on aluminium decarbonisation and low-carbon aluminium growth opportunities.

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Hitachi Energy unveils cutting-edge solutions at Middle East Energy 2024

Hitachi Energy unveils cutting-edge solutions at Middle East Energy 2024

Dubai, UAE, April 16, 2024– Hitachi Energy will showcase its latest innovations and expertise in transformer technology and components at the Middle East Energy (MEE) 2024 exhibition and conferencefrom April 17-19, at theWorld Trade Centre, Dubai.

transformer bushings in factory

With a focus on enhancing the adoption of renewable energy, energy storage, and digitalization, Hitachi Energyis committed to contributing toward optimizing the region’s energy ecosystem and the company’s participation at MEE2024 reflects that commitment.

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