Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association

WPU to Broaden Research and Development Cooperation With Vitol

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

WPU – Waste Plastic Upcycling A/S has welcomed an initiative of Vitol to engage in negotiations of a deeper vertical research and development of the WPU proprietary technology.

Key Points: 
  • WPU – Waste Plastic Upcycling A/S has welcomed an initiative of Vitol to engage in negotiations of a deeper vertical research and development of the WPU proprietary technology.
  • The aim of this research and development will be to further broaden the product palette offered by WPU and enrich the subsequent treatment by Vitol creating more valuable products.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230207005907/en/
    Niels Stielund (WPU) and Tom Baker (Vitol) (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Research and Development cooperation may include construction of an upcycling facility based on WPU proprietary technology but financed by Vitol.
  • Vitol believes that the WPU proprietary process technology will make a significant impact in the future plastic waste upcycling industry.”
    Niels Stielund, Chairman of Waste Plastic Upcycling A/S comments: β€œThe strength and power of the Vitol - WPU cooperation has once again demonstrated its value.

Restaurant Menus in 2022 Will Focus on Healthier Planet and Healthier Consumers

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Restaurant customers can expect to see health taking center stage on restaurant menus in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Restaurant customers can expect to see health taking center stage on restaurant menus in 2022.
  • Plant-based proteins are growing increasingly popular on menus and less expensive cuts of protein, such as thighs instead of wings, will have a greater presence in the year to come.
  • Sustainability will continue to influence menus and how restaurants make decisions across the board.
  • Founded in 1919, the National Restaurant Association is the leading business association for the restaurant industry, which comprises 1 million restaurant and foodservice outlets and a workforce of 15.6 million employees.

Thomas Cheong Named to Lead Asia for Principal International

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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Today, Principal announced Thomas Cheong, president of Principal North Asia, is promoted to president of Principal Asia and will assume leadership for South Asia in addition to his current role.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Principal announced Thomas Cheong, president of Principal North Asia, is promoted to president of Principal Asia and will assume leadership for South Asia in addition to his current role.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190115005936/en/
    Thomas Cheong, president of Principal North Asia, is promoted to president of Principal Asia and will assume leadership for South Asia in addition to his current role.
  • Pedro Borda, president of Principal South Asia and India, is being promoted to senior vice president and chief operating officer of Principal International.
  • Principal, Principal and symbol design and Principal Financial Group are trademarks and service marks of Principal Financial Services, Inc., a member of the Principal Financial Group.

Pedro Borda Appointed to Chief Operating Officer for Principal International

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Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Today, Principal announced Pedro Borda, president of Principal South Asia and India, is promoted to senior vice president and chief operating officer of Principal International.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Principal announced Pedro Borda, president of Principal South Asia and India, is promoted to senior vice president and chief operating officer of Principal International.
  • As previously announced, current senior vice president and chief operating officer of Principal International Renee Schaaf is assuming the role of president of Principal Retirement and Income Solutions in March 2019.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190115005935/en/
    Pedro Borda, president of Principal South Asia and India, is promoted to senior vice president and chief operating officer of Principal International.
  • Principal, Principal and symbol design and Principal Financial Group are trademarks and service marks of Principal Financial Services, Inc., a member of the Principal Financial Group.