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US auto sales hit five year high

In 2012, the automobile industry in the United States enjoyed its best year since 2007, with sales up by 13.4 percent over 2011. 

GDT Tek looks to acquire electricity producing landfills

Florida-based renewable and sustainable energy technology company GDT Tek Inc, has expanded its business model to include the acquisition of cogeneration landfills.

Canpotex in new agreement with Sinofert

Potash marketing company Canpotex Limited has reached agreement with Sinofert subsidiary Sinochem Fertilizer Macao to supply 1,000,000 tonnes of potash in the first half of 2013

Boeing finalizes $1.4 billion Dreamliner order with Aeromexico

Boeing and Aeromexico have finalized an order for six 787-9 Dreamliners, with reconfirmation rights for another four. 

Record debuts for Detroit January show

The 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), commonly known as the Detroit Auto Show, will feature more than 50 new vehicle debuts.

New partnership in field service management for Latin America

TOA Technologies and Tecnocom have established a strategic partnership to offer comprehensive field service management solutions across Latin America.

NewPage releases 2011-12 sustainable development report

NewPage Corporation, a leading producer of printing and specialty papers in North America, today announced the release of its 2011-12 sustainable development report, Making a Di

US group purchases Top UK clothing brands

Packaging Dynamics acquires Groupe De Luxe

Flexible packaging and specialty paper manufacturer Packaging Dynamics Corporation has announced the acquisition of Groupe De Luxe. 

New research shows fuel savings potential in trucking

According to new research, currently available technologies could earn fuel savings of $26,400 per truck with a payback time of less than 18 months.

Deere & Company reports record fourth-quarter earnings

Equipment manufacturer Deere & Company has reported net income of $687.6 million for the fourth quarter ended 31 October 2012.

Diamonds are not forever for BHP

BHP Billiton has announced that it is to sell its diamond business to jewellery maker Harry Winston.

US set to lead the way in global oil production