Design prize recognises METALCRAFT’s blend of urban style and elegance Villeroy & Boch Tiles has been awarded the esteemed Red Dot Design Award 2025 in the ‘Product Design’ category for its METALCRAFT collection. The series captures the spirit of industrial design with refined sophistication — reinforcing the brand’s creative leadership on a global scale. Metallic surfaces with artistic dimension Designed to reflect the raw character of metal while remaining stylishly adaptable, the METALCRAFT range brings visual depth to interiors. “With expressive colours such as silver, steel, brown, black and accent tones in copper, brass and petrol, it creates an interplay…
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Building a great brand doesn’t just rely on coming up with a clever logo and tagline. Even if your business appeals to the aesthetic tastes of your audience, it might still fall short of turning new customers into loyal ones. You need more than just great visuals and a compelling value proposition to thrive, especially in an information ecosystem that’s saturated with ads both legitimate and bogus. Today’s consumer is more careful in selecting brands to rely on so it’s crucial to put more time and effort into building trustworthiness. Trust is critical to the life of your business. Without…
VitrA Tiles, from the Eczacıbaşı Tiles Group, has been named a recipient of the 2025 Red Dot Design Award for its CementEra series. Recognised in the ‘Product Design’ category, the collection was celebrated for its refined aesthetic and architectural functionality. The Red Dot Awards are globally renowned for honouring excellence in design. A contemporary celebration of concrete The CementEra collection transforms the rawness of concrete into a sophisticated tile format, offering a minimalist look suited for modern interiors. Featuring four tonal options—light greige, dark greige, light grey, and dark grey—the series brings subtle elegance to any space. The inclusion of…
With its new platform, FEXSE is bringing blockchain to traditionally inaccessible investment markets. By tokenising assets like real estate, artwork, and luxury items, the project offers broader participation through fractional ownership and digital trading. FEXSE serves as a token studio that converts real-world, high-value assets into blockchain-based tokens. The aim is to modernise and open up investment avenues, fostering inclusivity and liquidity across global markets. “We’re here to transform the way people invest,” said Bünyamin Saraç, Marketing Director at FEXSE. “Using our tokenisation technology, FEXSE opens the door for individuals across all income levels to access and invest in large-scale…
At WindEurope 2025 in Copenhagen, Senkron Digital showcased its latest digital innovations aimed at reshaping energy performance and operational security in critical sectors. The company’s AI-powered solutions, OnePact and CyberPact, were at the forefront of its exhibit, highlighting their role in enhancing efficiency, resilience, and continuity. These platforms represent more than three years of innovation and market experience, underpinned by a renewed brand identity that signals Senkron Digital’s growing global ambition. Between 8–10 April, energy professionals from across the world gathered at WindEurope 2025 to explore cutting-edge solutions—offering Senkron Digital an ideal platform to present its technologies. With operational headquarters…
Renowned PR expert, journalist, and media consultant Fiona Scott has been awarded the Solo Entrepreneur of the Year title at the South West Business & Community Awards. This prestigious honour celebrates her outstanding contributions to the media and public relations industry, as well as her unwavering commitment to supporting businesses and individuals across the UK. Since launching her independent PR consultancy in 2008, Fiona has established herself as a leading figure in the media landscape. Having transitioned from her role as a TV series producer after redundancy, she has since worked with a diverse range of businesses, supported numerous media…
The Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International has introduced new MES/MOM Refresher Programmes as part of the MESA Global Education Programme. These advanced courses are tailored to help manufacturing professionals stay up to date with the latest developments in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM). By equipping participants with refreshed industry knowledge and best practices, the programme aims to enhance operational efficiency and innovation in smart manufacturing. Addressing the Need for Continuous Learning In an era of rapid technological advancements, manufacturing professionals must continuously update their skills to maintain a competitive edge. MESA’s refresher programmes cater to…
Billo, a leading user-generated content (UGC) platform in the United States, is broadening its global reach by launching its creator network in the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. This strategic expansion provides brands with access to a diverse and highly skilled talent pool, enabling them to produce engaging, localized video content that resonates with their specific target audiences. Since its inception, Billo has helped brands create over 200,000 high-quality UGC videos, distributed $8.3 million in payments to creators, and collaborated with 22,000 businesses. By expanding into these new markets, Billo continues its mission of strengthening the creator economy while making…
VitrA Tiles has officially launched its Aksaray solar power plant, taking another major step towards sustainable energy production. As a leading name in the Eczacıbaşı Group, VitrA Tiles is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by expanding its use of renewable energy. The launch of the Aksaray Solar Power Plant (SPP) follows the 3.5 MW rooftop solar power plant commissioned in Bozüyük in 2023. With a 30 MWe/36 MWp capacity, this project will allow the company to generate over half of its electricity in Türkiye from renewable sources this year. Harnessing Solar Power for a Greener Tomorrow The Aksaray facility…
PPG (NYSE:PPG) and the PPG Foundation have announced a combined investment of $18.4 million in communities worldwide throughout 2024, reflecting an increase of $900,000 from the previous year. This funding supported over 400 community-driven initiatives, reinforcing PPG’s dedication to advancing education, fostering sustainability, and encouraging employee volunteerism to create long-term positive change. Strengthening Community Engagement “At PPG, we are committed to making a difference through strategic community investments,” said Malesia Dunn, Executive Director of the PPG Foundation and Corporate Global Social Responsibility. “By supporting education, beautifying neighbourhoods, and providing meaningful volunteer opportunities for employees, we aim to inspire future professionals,…