The inaugural Energy Barometer Awards that validate the effectiveness of energy-efficiency initiatives in the commercial and industrial sector businesses were awarded on 9 June 2010 at Fourways in Sandton. 22 Jun 2010
In Korea, LG Electronics (LG) has announced its first eco-friendly residential hybrid air conditioner that utilises solar energy as part of its power supply. 22 Jun 2010
In supporting South Africa's promise to deliver a greener 2010, The Brightwater Commons, in conjunction with the Aluminium Federation of South Africa and Hulamin, has launched a campaign for the collection and recycling of used aluminium foil. 21 Jun 2010
Founded in the 1800s by the Ross Brothers, Scottish Leader is launching into a new era with a new design that reflects its premium quality and heritage. 21 Jun 2010
Dutch brewery Bavaria knew what the legal implications of its actions were when it flew out two women to run its marketing campaign during a World Cup game last Monday, as FIFA had sent it a letter explaining SA's laws, FIFA said last week. 21 Jun 2010
PARIS, FRANCE: Millions of extra pints in England, stores emptied in South Korea and sales up in Japan, beer consumption has soared during the World Cup after falling globally in recent years. 21 Jun 2010
Pick n Pay is on course to regain the ground it lost to competitors during the high inflationary environment that preceded the recession, CEO Nick Badminton told shareholders at Friday's annual general meeting. 21 Jun 2010
Manufacturing business confidence declined marginally from 28 to 27 index points in the second quarter of 2010, the latest Manufacturing Survey of the Bureau for Economic Research (BER) showed on Thursday, 17 June 2010. 21 Jun 2010
Italian fashion icon Sasch, with more than 250 stores in Europe and Asia, has brought its brand to SA for the first time. 21 Jun 2010
Four Chivas bars have been fitted out in four Fabiani men's stores at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, Melrose Arch and Sandton City in Johannesburg and Irene Mall in Pretoria so that patrons can enjoy a complimentary glass of Chivas as part of their shopping experience. Chivas@Fabiani also provides coffee, cappuccino or espresso from Nespresso coffee machines integrated into the bars. 21 Jun 2010
The first edition of Detail, the new sourcebook for interiors will be launched at Decorex Joburg, 5-9 August 2010 at Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand. 21 Jun 2010
Denny has launched its new Soup of the Day range in six variants, available in selected retail stores nationwide from June 2010, retailing for R19.99 each. The soups are packed into a 600g contemporary doy pouch with a new packaging design. 21 Jun 2010
On Friday 18 June 2010, Prof Dr Martin Winterkorn, chair of the Volkswagen AG, spoke at the launch of three new VW CSR initiatives in KwaLanga, just outside Uitenhage - home to the Group in South Africa. 21 Jun 2010
Local fishermen are paying the price for China's appetite for abalone and government's bad decisions. With poachers making as much as R100000 for a day's work, it's not surprising a well organised cottage industry has sprung up to harvest abalone illegally for the Far East market, where they fetch as much as R7000/kg. 18 Jun 2010
Economic analysts said on Thursday, 17 June 2010, that the latest retail sales figures point to a "sluggish" recovery in the sector. 18 Jun 2010
South African retail trade sales at constant (2008) prices for April increased 3.2% year-on-year (y/y) after a revised 2.7% (1.0%) growth in March, figures released on Thursday, 17 June 2010, by Statistics South Africa showed. 18 Jun 2010
Sony Ericsson launched three new phones yesterday, 16 June 2010, all aimed at the social network needs of the market from entry level to the top of the range with various entertainment options. The Cedar, Yendo and Xperia are available in various colours and styles, though not all immediately in South Africa. 18 Jun 2010
Soccer related shirts under the brand name "AfriCan - we can do it", are South African designed and made clothing to sustain South African jobs and families. Retailers are encouraged to purchase these designs at affordable prices, offering branding opportunities on the shirts. 18 Jun 2010
Puma launched its new fragrances, Animagical Man and Animagical Woman at Eastgate Shopping Centre on Sunday 13 June 2010 with a performance featuring a professional beat boxer with his tribute to Bafana Bafana, break-dancers as well as 150 choreographed dancers. Adding to the celebrations was a performance by award winning South African group Freshly Ground. 18 Jun 2010
The GG Boutique, serving women sized 38-48, has opened at the shopping emporium of Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, in Sandton. It carries 40 international plus-size designer labels, including Jones New York, Tahari, Liz Elana, Le Suit and Nippon Boutique, as well as GG's own in-house label. 18 Jun 2010
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