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Parliamentary panel to hear views of Shipping Ministry on impact of West Asia crisis on India's maritime trade
1+ hour, 16+ min ago (50+ words) A parliamentary committee will meet to discuss the West Asia crisis. The impact on India's maritime trade, shipping infrastructure, and seafarer safety will be examined. Ministries of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, External Affairs, Commerce, and Petroleum will attend. External Affairs…...
Who was Toshifumi Suzuki? All about the founder of Japan's iconic Seven'Eleven stores who died at 93 | Company Business News
1+ hour, 25+ min ago (495+ words) Toshifumi Suzuki, the businessman credited with transforming Japan's retail landscape through the expansion of the Seven-Eleven convenience store chain, has died at the age of 93. Seven & i Holdings announced on Monday that its former chairman had passed away on 18 May,…...
Best Buy names Jason Bonfig as new CEO, replacing Corie Barry in late October
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (867+ words) Best Buy said Wednesday that company veteran Jason Bonfig will succeed Corie Barry as the retailer's CEO on Oct. 31, taking over as Best Buy tries to break a run of stagnant sales. Bonfig, 49, is chief customer, product and fulfillment officer…...
Bed Bath & Beyond Expands CFO Role, Adds Director
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (141+ words) Bed Bath & Beyond ( (BBBY) ) has issued an announcement. The most recent analyst rating on (BBBY) stock is a Buy with a $17. 00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bed Bath & Beyond stock, see the BBBY Stock…...
90% of Manufacturers Say Digital Transformation Is Now Essential, According to New Global Study
2+ hour, 12+ min ago (256+ words) The study found that 90% of manufacturers now say digital transformation is essential to staying competitive, reflecting its evolution into a baseline business requirement. Key findings from the "2026 State of Smart Manufacturing" report include: Manufacturers are moving from pilots to scale:…...
KPMG Canada appoints Ali Jaffery as Chief Economist
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (100+ words) Mr. Jaffery joins KPMG as the firm's first Chief Economist and Partner on April 1, 2026. TORONTO, April 1, 2026 /CNW/ - KPMG Canada has named Ali Jaffery as the firm's first Chief. .. Mr. Jaffery joins KPMG as the firm's first Chief Economist and Partner…...
7-Eleven parent firm says ex-chairman Toshifumi Suzuki dies at age of 93
2+ hour, 36+ min ago (48+ words) SEVEN-I Holdings, the parent company of 7-Eleven, announced the passing of its former chairman, Toshifumi Suzuki. He was a pivotal figure in the company's growth and passed away at the respectable age of 93. His leadership significantly shaped the global convenience…...
The Industrial Science Report: Heavy equipment manufacturers accelerate AI, autonomy, and electrification strategies
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (911+ words) "The target audience includes heavy equipment manufacturers, industry professionals, and technical educators interested in automation, AI, electrification, and workforce development strategies shaping the future of heavy machinery and industrial manufacturing." The Industrial Science Report: Heavy equipment manufacturers accelerate AI, autonomy,…...
Taiga Ramps Up Production and Begins Deliveries of New Orca WX3 Electric Watercraft to North American and European Customers
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (231+ words) Taiga successfully completed production ramp on new Orca models following the sellout of its Orca P2 models in Q1. Began customer deliveries of the new Orca WX3 electric personal watercraft ahead of 2026 summer season. MONTREAL, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Taiga today announced the beginning…...
Manufacturers look beyond cost cutting to drive AI adoption
4+ hour, 7+ min ago (40+ words) A survey found meeting customer expectations (49%) and boosting operational efficiency (47%) were the primary forces driving AI adoption among manufacturers. However, cost reduction, often touted as a top reason for AI adoption in enterprises, ranked last at just 23%....