If Bad Bunny’s galvanizing Super Bowl Halftime Show on Feb. 8 didn’t make it crystal clear, new figures from the Recording Industry Association of America released today should: Latin music is…

Konstantinos Kapetanakis has announced the completion of his two-year, non-renewable term as president of the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA), reflecting on a period of significant international growth.

Following cases of sexual abuse in two daycares, a Swiss industry association criticizes systemic gaps in child protection and calls for better cooperation among authorities, stating that daycares are often left alone in child protection efforts.

German lawmakers from the CDU/CSU and SPD are sharply criticizing the mineral oil industry, accusing them of 'pure blackmail' and 'threats' as the Bundestag debates stricter rules to curb rising fuel prices. The industry association warns of potential supply bottlenecks.

Portugal's tourism sector is exploring the option of hiring less qualified professionals to address immediate staffing needs, with industry associations indicating that companies will provide the necessary training.

Music industry revenue climbed 3% in 2025 to hit a new record of $11.54 billion, according to the Recording Industry Association of America.

The German chemical industry association VCI has presented alarming figures for the past business year, indicating a continued downward trend and growing concerns for the future, especially among small and medium-sized businesses.

Riize’s second Japanese physical single “All of You” has earned platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan, the organization announced Tuesday. Released Feb.

The Greek cosmetics market is valued at 1.7 billion euros, according to data from the European Cosmetics Industry Association. Greek cosmetics market totals 1.7billion euros - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

Την έντονη ανησυχία της για τις εξελίξεις στην περιοχή της Μέσης Ανατολής εκφράζει σε ανακοίνωσή της Διεθνή Ένωση Ναυτιλιακών Καυσίμων International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA), καλώντας σε…

In January, financial institutions in Latvia successfully prevented 2,281 fraud attempts, which is four times more than the 560 cases that were actually carried out, according to data from the Financial Industry Association.

Le Sserafim’s first English-language single “Perfect Night” earned double platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan, according to the organization Friday. The single generated 200 million streams as of January and became the group’s second song to do so, after “Antifragile,” the title track from the group's second EP. The quintet dropped the song in 2023 as a digital single and Heo Yunjin participated in writing the lyrics. Meanwhile, the group’s first single album

The Finnish city of Mikkeli has reportedly become the first in Finland to ban the construction of battery energy storage facilities for five years, a decision questioned by the energy industry association.

João Almeida Lopes, president of Apifarma, the Portuguese Pharmaceutical Industry Association, has warned that medicine prices in Portugal will inevitably have to increase "sooner or later."

Following a severe child abuse case involving a caregiver who allegedly abused and filmed 15 toddlers, Switzerland's daycare industry association is calling for more thorough criminal record checks for employees, leading to a general suspicion against male caregivers.

The President of the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA), Konstantinos Kapetanakis, met with George Alexandratos, President of the Hellenic Chamber of Shipping, and members of its Executive Committee.

Sigurður Hannesson, CEO of the Federation of Icelandic Industries (SI), states that a national accord is needed to overcome inflation and rising interest rates, expressing concerns about a potential increase in unemployment.

The VTC (ride-hailing) industry association has asked the European Union to stop the processing of a new taxi law, arguing that the proposed legislation contravenes European law.

Industry associations have written to the Karnataka government expressing concerns over a lack of clarity regarding the schemes for which a welfare fee for gig workers would be used, and a disconnect between the Karnataka Act and the Centre’s Code on Social Security, 2020.

Nine cable companies from Slovakia and the Czech Republic, along with an industry association, have been fined a record 97 million euros for operating a price cartel that affected various sectors including construction, energy, automotive, and telecommunications.

The Greek cosmetics market is valued at 1.7 billion euros, according to data from the European Cosmetics Industry Association and recent research by Circana.

The textile artist and teacher Guðrún Kolbeins from Kópavogur has taught her last weaving course at the Icelandic Home Industry Association.

On average, children in the Netherlands are playing outside slightly more often than two years ago, according to research by Jantje Beton and the industry association Spelen & Bewegen

Greece's clothing and textile exports experienced a 7.2% decrease in 2025, according to data from the Hellenic Fashion Industry Association (SEPEE). This decline highlights challenges within the sector.

At a time when German industry is frequently slammed for being too slow and reluctant to change, there is one area in which industrialists have noticed rapid evolution. “The speed at which our position towards China has changed and at which our members are changing their minds on China – it’s China speed,” said Oliver Richtberg, head of the foreign trade department at Germany’s Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA). Richtberg’s group represents more than 3,000 of Germany’s “hidde...

Greek industry associations, including SEV and EVIKEN, have expressed dissatisfaction with the government's recent measures, stating they are insufficient to solve existing problems and calling for market price subsidies.

Cogeneration is losing momentum in Portugal, which an industry association warns could lead to a loss of competitiveness for Portuguese industry compared to Spain, urging urgent measures to prevent further closures.

The German industry association BDI has rejected the government coalition's package of measures to curb fuel prices, arguing that stricter cartel laws are a "serious interference in entrepreneurial freedom" and constitutionally questionable.

Chipmakers in Malaysia are closely monitoring potential risks stemming from disruptions in the global helium supply, according to an industry association.

Market premiums for photovoltaics and small hydropower in Austria are lower this year despite higher costs, with industry associations attributing this to errors in the calculation of subsidies.

The Lithuanian Engineering and Technology Industry Association (LINPRA) is hosting its fourth annual 'Steam Team' National Young Engineers Championship for students in grades 5-12, building on the participation of thousands in previous years.

Following disputes with German bicycle industry associations, the Eurobike trade fair management is planning a relaunch for 2027, with new ideas already being developed for the upcoming June exhibition in Frankfurt.

Shandilya has been appointed as the new president of the Tourism Industry Association, indicating a change in leadership for the sector.

The board of a flour industry association has resigned following an alleged price-fixing scandal, indicating repercussions for anti-competitive practices.

A new draft decree has been sent to associations outlining updated regulations for car rental with driver (NCC) services in Italy, including rules on service sheets, no stops, and 60-day data retention. Industry associations have criticized the timing, noting a broader reform is already under parliamentary review.

The chief of New Zealand's Meat Industry Association has announced their resignation from the position.

The November 2025 order, due for compliance this month, will not be extended, says Communications Minister. He says ‘national security’ and ‘fraud’ were considered in issuing this order, which WhatsApp parent Meta has pushed back on through industry associations.