Day: 19 May 2025

Joint comment responding to Health Minister’s statement on brand advertising

Stuart Mitchell

The Minister for Health and Social Care Ashley Dalton has issued a written ministerial statement (WMS) reiterating the Government’s view that pure brand advertising is not in scope of the incoming advertising restrictions on Less Healthy Foods. The incoming restrictions are due to come into force on October 1, 2025 across online channels and a pre-9pm TV watershed. The Advertising Association, Channel 4, ISBA, ITV, Paramount, and STV have issued a joint statement in response: “We strongly welcome today’s statement from the Department for Health and Social Care, in the context of the urgent…

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New LIONS B2B Summit in partnership with LinkedIn launches at Cannes Lions 2025

Stuart Mitchell

LinkedIn confirmed as the official LIONS B2B Partner, creating a new hub for the B2B community on the iconic Carlton Cannes rooftop The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced the launch of an inaugural LIONS B2B Summit. Taking place on 17 June at this year’s Festival, the half-day event will bring together B2B marketers, decision-makers, and creative leaders for an exclusive day of networking, insights, and industry-shaping discussions. Featuring LinkedIn as the headline partner, and Stein IAS as the supporting partner, the Summit will explore discussions on how…

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NSC Announces Recipients of Advanced Safety Certificate Scholarship for Military Veterans

Stuart Mitchell

The National Safety Council, in partnership with Boeing, has awarded 50 recipients the 2025 Advanced Safety Certificate® (ASC) Scholarship for Veterans. The scholarship program supports U.S. veterans demonstrating a commitment to protecting others as they pursue professional careers in environmental, health and safety (EHS). “NSC is thrilled to help these future safety leaders take the next step on their professional journeys,” said Lorraine Martin, NSC president and CEO. “With Boeing’s support, the 50 veterans awarded these scholarships will continue to serve their nation by living out the NSC mission of saving…

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LME explores establishing price premia for sustainable metals

Stuart Mitchell

The London Metal Exchange (LME) has started to explore the potential for producing sustainable metal premia for LME-approved brands. It is currently engaging closely with physical market stakeholders on its proposals for four key LME metals. By making a sustainability price differential public, the value attached to sustainable metals will be transparent and could support the development of the market for sustainable metals. Matthew Chamberlain, LME CEO, said: “Our conversations with stakeholders have shown that there is support for establishing a way to reflect an LME brand’s sustainability in its…

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United Invests in Next Generation Blended Wing Aircraft Start-Up JetZero

Stuart Mitchell

United recently announced an investment in blended wing body (BWB) aircraft start-up JetZero. The company is creating an aircraft design that has the potential to deliver jet fuel efficiency and a greatly enhanced customer experience. The investment includes a path to order up to 100 airplanes and an option for an additional 100. The conditional purchase agreement is based on JetZero achieving development milestones, including flight of a full-scale demonstrator in 2027, among other conditions, including that the aircraft meet United’s safety, business and operating requirements.  JetZero’s innovative design reduces drag…

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