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Avangrid’s Fourteen ESG+F Accolades in 2023 Cement Company as a Clean Energy Leader

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

“I am very proud of all the hard work that has been accomplished this year,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.

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  • “I am very proud of all the hard work that has been accomplished this year,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • “Each of these awards and recognitions demonstrates our commitment to building a clean energy future for all in partnership with the Iberdrola Group.
  • He was also presented with the prestigious Medal of Honor from the World Jurist Association for leadership in promoting clean energy and ESG+F principles.
  • Compliance Leader Verification (2023-2024) , by Ethisphere: A rigorous review of a company’s ethics and compliance program and corporate culture.

Commercial Bank shows its support for Qatar's economic diversification journey in the latest issue of World Finance magazine

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Monday, December 18, 2023

LONDON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The historic 2022 FIFA World Cup marked the start of an exciting new phase of development for Qatar. The tournament showcased a vibrant, contemporary Qatar to the world, with visitors from across the globe experiencing the nation's unique blend of ancient tradition and cutting-edge modernity. Now, one year on from the landmark event, Qatar is looking to build on the tournament's many successes.

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  • In the latest issue of World Finance, Omar Alfardan, Managing Director at Doha-based Commercial Bank, explains how economic diversification is key to the nation's future development plans.
  • "Supporting the next stage of Qatar's economic journey is a priority for Commercial Bank, and we believe that the banking sector can play a pivotal role in this endeavour," Alfardan tells World Finance.
  • Commercial Bank's industry-leading digital strategy has earned it a number of awards in recent years, including being named the ' Most Innovative Bank ' in the Middle East by World Finance.
  • To find out more about Commercial Bank and its efforts to support Qatar through the next stage of its economic journey, pick up a copy of the Winter 2023-24 edition of World Finance magazine, available in print, on tablet and online now.

Commercial Bank shows its support for Qatar's economic diversification journey in the latest issue of World Finance magazine

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 18, 2023

LONDON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The historic 2022 FIFA World Cup marked the start of an exciting new phase of development for Qatar. The tournament showcased a vibrant, contemporary Qatar to the world, with visitors from across the globe experiencing the nation's unique blend of ancient tradition and cutting-edge modernity. Now, one year on from the landmark event, Qatar is looking to build on the tournament's many successes.

Key Points: 
  • In the latest issue of World Finance, Omar Alfardan, Managing Director at Doha-based Commercial Bank, explains how economic diversification is key to the nation's future development plans.
  • "Supporting the next stage of Qatar's economic journey is a priority for Commercial Bank, and we believe that the banking sector can play a pivotal role in this endeavour," Alfardan tells World Finance.
  • Commercial Bank's industry-leading digital strategy has earned it a number of awards in recent years, including being named the ' Most Innovative Bank ' in the Middle East by World Finance.
  • To find out more about Commercial Bank and its efforts to support Qatar through the next stage of its economic journey, pick up a copy of the Winter 2023-24 edition of World Finance magazine, available in print, on tablet and online now.

The Winter issue of World Finance magazine has been published - offering its usual wealth of in-depth and high-quality journalism on a diverse mix of financial topics from across the globe

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The front cover of the latest World Finance magazine features Omar Alfardan, Managing Director of the Qatar-based Commercial Bank. He spoke exclusively with World Finance about the progress and developments taking place within Qatar, and the role his bank is playing in this exciting new phase.

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LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The front cover of the latest World Finance magazine features Omar Alfardan, Managing Director of the Qatar-based Commercial Bank. He spoke exclusively with World Finance

The Winter issue of World Finance magazine has been published - offering its usual wealth of in-depth and high-quality journalism on a diverse mix of financial topics from across the globe

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The front cover of the latest World Finance magazine features Omar Alfardan, Managing Director of the Qatar-based Commercial Bank. He spoke exclusively with World Finance about the progress and developments taking place within Qatar, and the role his bank is playing in this exciting new phase.

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LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The front cover of the latest World Finance magazine features Omar Alfardan, Managing Director of the Qatar-based Commercial Bank. He spoke exclusively with World Finance

Majority of Produce Stakeholders Say Weather Unpredictability and Input Costs are Negatively Impacting Business Worse Than Last Year

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Monday, October 16, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231016679000/en/
    83% of produce growers, suppliers and buyers are affected by the volatility of commodity pricing.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    With growers, producers and packers comprising a majority of survey respondents (55%), the data underscores how increasing volatility and unpredictability limit the fresh produce sector as a vital industry for feeding a growing global population sustainably.
  • Business impact: More than half of respondents rated the following concerns as “extremely significant” in impacting their business negatively: cost of inputs (55%), ability to grow and deliver quality produce (53%), commodity pricing volatility (52%), weather unpredictability (52%), and reaching fair pricing terms (50%).
  • Produce waste: 60% of respondents estimate that greater than 10% of their produce is wasted, degraded or damaged due to supply chain inefficiencies.

World Economic Forum Welcomes ProducePay as Innovator Positively Shaping Global Climate and Food Agenda

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

ProducePay , the agtech company transforming the global produce industry into a more connected and sustainable supply chain, has joined the World Economic Forum's prestigious Innovator Communities as a Unicorn member.

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  • ProducePay , the agtech company transforming the global produce industry into a more connected and sustainable supply chain, has joined the World Economic Forum's prestigious Innovator Communities as a Unicorn member.
  • This invite-only honor places ProducePay among the world's foremost start-ups with proven impact and a strong mission dedicated to driving positive change and shaping the global social economic and climate agenda.
  • "Joining the World Economic Forum's Innovator Communities is truly an honor and one that will help us propel our growth journey to the next level,” said Patrick McCullough, ProducePay CEO.
  • Starting with grapes, the new model paves the way for other fresh produce commodities to adopt this direct-to-retail procurement model.

Avangrid Earns Twelve ESG+F Accolades in 2023

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

In addition, Avangrid Chairman Ignacio Galán has been awarded two prestigious honors this year from the Foreign Policy Association and the World Jurist Association.

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  • In addition, Avangrid Chairman Ignacio Galán has been awarded two prestigious honors this year from the Foreign Policy Association and the World Jurist Association.
  • “Each and every one of these awards is a reflection of our commitment to upholding ESG+F principles in everything that we do,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • Avangrid’s 2023 awards and recognitions include:
    FTSE4Good Index Series , by FTSE Russell: Measures the performance of companies demonstrating strong Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices.
  • Avangrid ranked second overall within the utility industry and first among utilities for its commitment to the environment.

Mitrade Receives Three Finance Excellence Awards: A Round-Up of Top-Tier Accomplishments

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Saturday, August 26, 2023

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, Aug. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading trading broker Mitrade continues its impressive track record and has won several awards and made innovative improvements this year.

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  • MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, Aug. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading trading broker Mitrade continues its impressive track record and has won several awards and made innovative improvements this year.
  • Recognized with two prestigious awards from the Global Banking Finance Awards: one for the "The Next 100 Global Awards 2023 – Trading Platform" and another for "Forex Customer Satisfaction & Happiness Asia 2023".
  • On top of that, they've also received an award from World Finance as the "Best Multi-Asset Broker".
  • Mitrade’s spokesperson shared: "At Mitrade, we have always believed in pushing boundaries and striving for the highest standards, crafting the ultimate trading experience for our clients.

Turkish Airlines named 'Most Sustainable Flag Carrier Airline' in World Finance Awards for the second consecutive year

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Monday, July 3, 2023

LONDON, July 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The climate crisis presents great challenges for the aviation industry, and as the global face of Türkiye, Turkish Airlines continues to take great steps in combating climate change.

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  • Turkish Airlines, which was crowned as the 'Most Sustainable Flag Carrier Airline' in World Finance's Sustainability Awards 2023 , won the same award last year as well.
  • Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat said within the exclusive World Finance article , "Turkish Airlines has set a goal to be one of the top three airlines in the world in terms of digitisation within three years as part of its strategic plan.
  • In 2022 alone, Turkish Airlines saved 57,581 tonnes of fuel, equivalent to a reduction of 181,379 tonnes of greenhouse gases.
  • To find out more about Turkish Airlines' sustainable operations, pick up the Summer 2023 edition of World Finance magazine , available in print, on tablet and online.