BRI stabilizes China-Europe trade, transport, says rail CEO
The China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is bringing stability to people and trade routes, the chief executive officer (CEO)…
Post-COVID, China is back in Africa and doubling down on minerals
China’s flagship economic cooperation program is bouncing back after a lull during the global pandemic, with Africa a primary focus,…
India’s Reliance to buy Russian oil in roubles, sources say
India’s Reliance Industries RELI.NS, operator of the world’s biggest refining complex, has signed a one-year deal with Russia’s Rosneft to…
U.S. biodiesel imports have doubled since 2022 due to low prices in Europe
Annual U.S. biodiesel imports doubled from 2022 to 2023 to 33,000 barrels per day (b/d) and continued to rise in…
EU 2023/24 soft wheat exports reach 27.8 mln T, down 4% on year
Soft wheat exports from the European Union since the start of the 2023/24 season in July had reached 27.8 million…
Destination readiness: Preparing for the tourist flows of tomorrow
As global tourism grows, it’s crucial for destinations to be ready. How can the tourism ecosystem prepare to host unprecedented…
The way we travel now
A survey of travelers reveals disparate desires, generational divides, and a newly emerging set of traveler archetypes.
Six trends shaping new business models in tourism and hospitality
Tourism and hospitality companies have transformed over the past decade. Here’s a look at trends related to accommodations and experiences.
Now boarding: Faces, places, and trends shaping tourism in 2024
Global travel is back and buzzing. More regional trips, newly emerging travelers, and a fresh set of destinations are powering…