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[London, May 2025] Award-winning bar group, Arc Inspirations, the leading operator behind the premium bar brands, Banyan, BOX and Manahatta, has announced plans to open a flagship venue in London this autumn. The announcement marks a significant milestone in Arc’s growth strategy, which will see the operator investing £4M to open a BOX, off Shaftesbury Avenue in the heart of London’s West End district. Spread across two floors, the 7,200ft venue is set to open to its first customers in October, with the aim of becoming the go-to premium destination for watching sport, interactive competitive socialising and live entertainment. The new…

20th May 2025: This month, Burger King® UK is turning up the heat with one of its biggest menu launches in recent years! The burger connoiseurs at Burger King® UK have been cooking away to deliver a sensational new line-up that fans will be able to enjoy from 20th May. Customers will need to ready their taste buds for the star of the summer – the all-new succulent, sweet and smoky Kansas BBQ Chicken Fries*. Burger King® UK’s latest menu addition has taken the popular treat to a mouthwatering new level. The Kansas BBQ Chicken Fries feature a crispy golden coating, bringing a…

2025 is set to be a big year, with Lana Del Rey, Coldplay, Katy Perry and Olivia Rodrigo all announcing tours.   Meanwhile, Sabrina Carpenter brings her ‘Short n’ Sweet Tour’ to the UK and Ireland and Dua Lipa announced a new UK date for her ‘Radical Optimism’ tour – performing at Wembley Stadium in London.  For those already planning their outfit, online fashion retailer Boohoo has analysed the biggest venues for 2025 tours and picked out the perfect bag based on each venue’s policy.   Wembley Stadium, London  Huge pop stars including Dua Lipa, Guns N’ Roses, and Lana Del Rey…

China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) has unveiled significant milestones in its efforts to promote high-quality development and support China’s modernization during a special event held on October 10th in Beijing. This marks the first time Sinopec has publicly shared its notable accomplishments, which encompass a broad spectrum of areas including energy security, industrial development, green and low-carbon initiatives, and technological innovation. These achievements reflect the ongoing transformation within one of China’s leading enterprises. Among the ten key achievements highlighted, Sinopec showcased its Project Deep Earth No.1, which sets a new industry benchmark in oil and gas development. The project…

Kolsquare, one of Europe’s top influencer marketing platforms and a Certified B Corporation, has been acquired by team.blue, a prominent tech group operating across 23 European countries. The deal, which bolsters team.blue’s portfolio in the fast-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) sector, marks a significant step for both companies as they seek to expand their digital service offerings to businesses and agencies across Europe. Team.blue is one of Europe’s largest private tech companies, providing a wide range of digital services, including web hosting, domains, e-commerce, lead generation, and social media solutions. With a presence in major markets such as the…

Saudi Arabia has unveiled a bold new tourism campaign aimed at captivating the imaginations of global travellers. Titled “This Land is Calling,” the campaign invites tourists to explore the Kingdom’s rich heritage, striking landscapes, and rapidly evolving cultural scene. This latest initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to position itself as one of the world’s leading tourist destinations, with the ambitious target of welcoming 150 million visitors by 2030. The campaign, launched under Saudi’s national tourism brand “Saudi, Welcome to Arabia,” will initially be rolled out across key markets including the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, and the…

In a significant stride towards sustainable transport, Volvo Trucks and global logistics giant DSV have signed a landmark agreement for the delivery of 300 electric heavy trucks. This deal, one of the largest commercial orders for Volvo’s electric trucks to date, positions DSV as one of the leading companies in Europe with a substantial fleet of electric heavy-duty vehicles. A Move Towards Greener Logistics DSV, a global leader in the transport and logistics sector, is accelerating its transition to more sustainable operations on roads across Europe. The company, which daily operates thousands of trucks to transport goods worldwide, is increasingly…

Sleep tourism is making waves in the leisure travel industry, with projections suggesting a market value of $400 billion within the next four years. This burgeoning trend, driven by rising employee burnout and the growing awareness of the impact of sleep on mental health, is beginning to reshape how we approach business travel. In an era where business travel often leads to exhaustion and stress, sleep tourism seeks to prioritise self-care and rest through advanced technology, artificial intelligence, and traditional wellness therapies. The concept revolves around enhancing sleep quality and integrating relaxation into the travel experience. Major industry players are…

SRSLY Low Carb, a Hertfordshire-based food company, has announced a major distribution deal set to elevate its presence in the US market. The company has signed an exclusivity agreement with Gourmet Foods International (GFI), a leading specialty food distributor headquartered in Decatur, Georgia. This partnership marks a significant step forward for SRSLY, as it aims to introduce its range of healthy, low-carb food products to a broader American audience. Under the new deal, SRSLY Low Carb pizza range will be stocked in Harris Teeter supermarkets, which operates over 250 stores across seven South Atlantic states and Washington, D.C. Harris Teeter…

BRIDGEND, UK. 6th August 2024 – Mazuma leading provider of accountancy services for micro-businesses in the UK, has announced the appointment of Gary Turner, former UK CEO and Co-Founder of software giant Xero, to its Board of Directors. This appointment follows a significant financial boost for Mazuma. In January 2024, the company secured a multi-million-pound investment from Innovation Investment Capital Limited Partnership (IIC). This funding is set to drive Mazuma’s growth and innovation plans, positioning the company to further disrupt the traditional micro-business accountancy sector. Coinciding with this investment, Co-Founder Lucy Cohen was appointed as CEO. Mazuma, founded in 2006 by…