Editorial Team
Management & Strategy
Suez: Why Water Is a Vital Issue for Meridiam
In the face of mounting environmental challenges, access to clean, reliable water is no longer just a humanitarian goal, but a fundamental issue of geopolitical stability, health, and economic resilience.…
Published on July 2, 2025
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Management & Strategy
Mittelstand, Germany’s Hedge Against Crisis
It’s a stormy weather for Europe's biggest economy right now: Germany is facing a recession as high energy costs are becoming a huge burden, for the country's industrial companies especially.…
Published on January 10, 2024
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World & Politics
Natural Gas: A Critical Component of the Energy Transition
One far-reaching consequence of the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been the total transformation of global gas markets. A global Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) boom has taken place, with LNG…
Published on September 20, 2023
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Companies & CEOs
Ardian: the Epitome of SRI-Powered Growth
A world leading private investment house, an expansive portfolio boasting some of the most innovative projects in a market evermore sensitive to questions regarding the environment, sustainability and social cohesion……
Published on January 10, 2023
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Innovation & Tools
IE University : liquid learning as a new educational model for the digital age
Digital transformation is remaking the world. For many, this is experienced through an increasingly disrupted business environment. Experts tell us that rather than slowing down, change is only going to…
Published on December 21, 2021
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World & Politics
The Swiss army: a truly effective oddity
It is almost as if modern military trends don’t apply to Switzerland: as Western armies tend to follow the same strategic bearings, in terms of strategies and equipment, the Swiss…
Published on October 27, 2021
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World & Politics
The UK’s defence budget: choices must be made
A bumpy road, Britain’s military has been on, to say the least. Slashed budgets, dwindling support, some would even say, existential crisis. Have the Tommies lost the art? Not so:…
Published on November 19, 2020
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Management & Strategy
The challenges Covid-19 is posing to learning, teaching, and working in society
At enlightED Virtual Edition 2020, leaders of higher education institutions discussed taking “a crash course into the future”
Published on November 4, 2020
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Companies & CEOs
A strategy of growth through investment, Tereos’ successful gamble
French agri-food cooperative Tereos, a domestic market leader and the world’s second in its field, has been described as struggling with debt and falling prices. However, the company performance has…
Published on September 9, 2020
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Companies & CEOs
AB Science holds post-study masitinib web conference
The French pharmaceutical developer AB Science recently published results of a phase 3 study for the novel drug masitinib in the treatment of progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). A…
Published on March 24, 2020
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World & Politics
Bulgarian army modernization entering rough patch
The tender around the modernization of the Bulgarian army, in dire need of an upgrade, is entering the political phase… The unusual characteristics of the request for proposals is an…
Published on January 6, 2020
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World & Politics
France-Italy: much potential in a military partnership
After several successful but sector-specific military industrial partnerships, Italy may be the first to answer France and Germany’s call to finally unite Europe around defense matters. Over past decades, the…
Published on December 26, 2019
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Companies & CEOs
French eyeglasses’ expert writes success story
French eyewear firm Optic 2000 is ending the first phase of its development strategy: domestic market domination. Since 2004, it has maintained leadership in France and Switzerland, and is now…
Published on July 23, 2019
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Innovation & Tools
IDET: What perspectives for the market this year?
Held at the end of May 2019, the International Defense Exhibition of the Czech Republic (IDET) will showcase tens of military manufacturers, eager to present their new creations in the…
Published on July 10, 2019
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Companies & CEOs
Nexter and its successful international strategy
French defence firm Nexter is pursuing its growth rate, both domestically and internationally. 13 years after its re-branding, the Paris-based defence equipment producer, specialized in land systems, is still carried…
Published on March 23, 2019
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Companies & CEOs
Jean-Charles Naouri, from big bets to winning moves
Being an industry leader requires a host of qualities: Patience. A deep understanding of the industry and of financial markets. The ability to weather a crisis. But the most important
Published on February 14, 2019
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Companies & CEOs
Oberthur Fiduciaire and VHP Security Paper: a win-win partnership
In 2017, French security printer Oberthur Fiduciaire announced the purchase of VHP, a banknote paper production plant that previously belonged to Sequana. Already then analytics said that the deal was…
Published on October 18, 2018
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World & Politics
Dutch submarine deal: understanding the underpinnings of the equation
In the coming years, the Netherlands is due to replace its fleet of four submarines, which has served its time. Despite the relatively small fleet, it will represent a strategic…
Published on October 3, 2018
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Markets & Industries
Drinkable water in Africa: the challenge taken up by Veolia Water Technologies
In Africa 320 million people still do not have access to drinkable water that meets the basic hygiene standards. The filtering of used water is an issue as well since…
Published on September 7, 2018
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Innovation & Tools
Anti-counterfeiting: Oberthur Fiduciaire opts for technological artillery barrage
Watermarking is one of the most widely used identifying techniques in banknote printing industry, so as to discourage counterfeiting with the help of highly complex printing processes. Appearing under the…
Published on May 9, 2018
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World & Politics
HE Dr. Khalid bin Mohammad Al Attiyah, Qatari defense minister, means business
Credit must be given where credit is due: statesmen in the Gulf have a sense of long-term strategy. Fully aware that the oil blessing would one day tap out, all…
Published on April 2, 2018
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Companies & CEOs
Wonderbox: how to be blessed with success
Twenty years ago, the market barely existed. Today, it carries major operators which count employees by the hundreds and income by the hundreds of millions, with Wonderbox at the top.…
Published on February 8, 2018
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Companies & CEOs
Oberthur Fiduciaire growing in Europe
Oberthur Fiduciaire, one of the main secure printers in charge of printing banknotes for central banks, is consolidating its position in Europe, in a steady streak of growth. Lately, two…
Published on October 20, 2017
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Companies & CEOs
French strategies to stay on top of top of the range
French power has never been as effective as a marketing strategy in China but as of now. In almost all of the major cities in this economic power house, the…
Published on June 2, 2017
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Innovation & Tools
What will the house of tomorrow look like?
Although home-building is one of the oldest trades in the world, it bears remarkable energy for innovation. Around the world, research and development labs are working on improving our abodes…
Published on May 30, 2017
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Markets & Industries
Africa’s cocky growth
Though benefiting from little media coverage over the past years, several large areas in Africa have seemed to break free from the vicious circles of poverty and have been posting…
Published on May 19, 2017
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World & Politics
Sweden to say “no” to a cashless society, in the end.
After what slowly became a real build-up to the decision, Sweden is opting for a last-minute turn-around. Cash-killing supporters around the world are much disappointed with the change of heart,…
Published on February 9, 2017
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Companies & CEOs
Thomas Savare, the French draftsman of the world
The number of printing factories in charge of secure printing for banknote production in the world is quite small. A handful of highly specialized banknote designers are responsible for keeping…
Published on November 25, 2016
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Companies & CEOs
Sarbec Cosmetics Group unveils French secrets for building a strong cosmetics industry
Competition had better watch out. If there is a territory where French companies have managed to remain mistresses, it is in cosmetics. This industry can rely on its companies whose…
Published on July 20, 2016
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Markets & Industries
Oberthur Fiduciaire: there’s a lot more to a security printing company than meets the eye…
Founded in 1842, French security printer Oberthur Fiduciaire has become a trusted partner to 70 central banks worldwide. We met Thomas Savare, the CEO of the company, for an interview.
Published on May 7, 2016
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Management & Strategy
Building An Entrepreneurial Culture In Your Company
Long gone are the days when authoritarian management was considered to be the most effective one. Today wise managers realize the key role of people working in their company: their…
Published on March 31, 2016
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Innovation & Tools
Concentrated solar power: what does the future hold for solar energy?
Despite several years of stagnation, solar market takes off again thanks to technologies which achieved maturity threshold while being less and less expensive to use. Among these technologies, concentrated solar…
Published on March 15, 2016
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World & Politics
Japan’s expeditionary force is growing… But is Japan prepared for what’s coming?
The Japanese Navy is expanding and becoming more modern at an extremely fast pace. Japan is acquiring new materials and training its troops like never before. The dispute with China…
Published on December 14, 2015
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Management & Strategy
Flexibility, the Next Big Thing For Modern Armament
The twentieth century has been rich in shifts. When an army’s job was to defeat the opponent, barely a century ago, the number of missions which befall armed forces today…
Published on August 4, 2015
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World & Politics
Malaysia and Investments : Economic crutch or Helping Hand?
Malaysia is a unique country, being led by an elected Sultan. It is a state in the Southeast Asia, which has made great success in the economy and world politics…
Published on July 20, 2015
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Management & Strategy
US launches program to reduce digital divide
US government has announced a pilot program to introduce free or subsidized Internet service in 27 US cities, especially in the low income families. The pilot program, called ConnectHome, which
Published on July 16, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
Netflix pushes for Charter acquisition of Times Warner Cable
Internet video subscription service Netflix has announced that the company will push for the acquisition of Time Warner Cable by Charter Communications Inc, if the latter provides free access to
Published on July 16, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
IKEA increases minimum wages in all US locations
Swedish furniture chain IKEA, which is celebrating its 30 years of presence in US, has announced a raise in minimum wages in all of its stores in the country. This
Published on June 25, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
Boeing appoints Dennis Muilenburg as CEO
American aerospace and aviation company Boeing has chosen Dennis Muilenburg as chief executive officer. The new CEO, who was earlier the president as well as Chief Operating Officer of the
Published on June 24, 2015
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Markets & Industries
FCC slaps record $100 million fine on AT&T
The Federal Communications Commission of US has brought AT&T to book with a heavy fine of $100 million for misleading its customers with unlimited data plan. The commission noted that
Published on June 19, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
Lyft settles suit with New York state on service clauses
US-based ride sharing service Lyft has settled a suit which alleged that the company violated the state laws of New York by paying $300,000. Last year Attorney General of New
Published on June 19, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
Rupert Murdoch to hand over reins to his sons
21st century Fox CEO Rupert Murdoch will step down from his position and hand the helm of his company to his sons in another two weeks. The Octogenarian will make
Published on June 17, 2015
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World & Politics
Australia, China signs landmark trade deal
Australia and China have signed a breakthrough free trade deal even as a multilateral Pacific trade agreement seems to be a thing of distant future. Australia trade minister Andrew Robb
Published on June 17, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
Metcash to sell its automotive division for $275 million
Metcash, the wholesale supplier for IGA supermarkets in Australia, has announced the sales of its automotive division for $275 million after the company declared a huge loss of $384.2 million
Published on June 17, 2015
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Management & Strategy
Gap to close 175 stores and axe 250 jobs
American clothing company Gap Inc has announced that it would close down at least 175 stores and axe around 250 jobs at its headquarters in San Francisco. The company, which
Published on June 16, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
CVS Health to buy Target for $1.9 bn
US-based pharmacy and healthcare major CVS Health is planning to buy department store chain Target’s pharmacy business for $1.9 billion. With the major acquisition, CVS, which already is the largest
Published on June 16, 2015
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Innovation & Tools
Alibaba to create China’s Netflix, HBO
Chinese retailing major Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is looking to build China’s version of Netflix Inc. and HBO through a new service called Tmall Box Office. The Tmall Box Office
Published on June 15, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
Standard Pacific and Ryland Group to merge
Two major homebuilding group in the US, Standard Pacific Corp and Ryland Group Inc have announced their merger to become the fourth-largest homebuilder in the United States. The merged new
Published on June 15, 2015
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Companies & CEOs
GM to cut down production at Michigan small cars plant
American automaker General Motors has announced that the company is cutting down the production of two of its low-performing car brands – Chevrolet Sonics and Buick Veranos. The company is
Published on June 13, 2015
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Markets & Industries
Stocks plummet in reaction to Greece standoff
US stocks declined in the end of this week, taking cues from the setback in the talks between Greece and its creditors. The Wall Street took a direct hit since
Published on June 13, 2015
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