Year: 2026

BSI and CISL launch new Sustainability Training Academy with two flagship courses

Stuart Mitchell

BSI and the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) are partnering to offer a new Sustainability Training Academy.  It will equip leaders, managers, and sustainability practitioners with the skills, strategic insight, and practical tools needed for organisations to adapt to change to drive real-economy value, be competitive and build resilience against future uncertainty.   The partnership brings together CISL’s world-leading expertise in sustainability leadership and systems thinking with BSI’s globally recognised strengths in standards, assurance, and management system training. Together, the organisations aim to support individuals and companies in understanding why sustainability matters for long-term value creation and how to embed it…

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Sir Mo Farah joins Buxton and Mind to support the nation, as more than a third (35%) say their mental wellbeing this winter is worse than previous winters

Stuart Mitchell

New research reveals this winter is set to be the most challenging for mental wellbeing. Olympic legend Sir Mo Farah partners with Buxton Water and Mind on a year-long mission. Olympic legend Sir Mo Farah, Buxton Natural Mineral Water, and national mental health charity Mind have united to champion physical and mental resilience in a year-long collaboration. The launch comes at an important moment, as new research highlights that this winter is shaping up to be a particularly significant time for mental wellbeing, with more than a third (35%)1  of…

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Fairtrade strengthens support for businesses across Central and Eastern Europe

Stuart Mitchell

Starting this month, Fairtrade Germany is supporting Fairtrade customers in 23 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, taking over this responsibility from Fairtrade International. The transition means we can support customers in these markets more efficiently, and help grow Fairtrade sales for producers. Fairtrade Germany has taken over the licensing of the FAIRTRADE Mark for 23 countries in Central and Eastern Europe as of January 2026.  Until now, Fairtrade International has been responsible for licensing partners in these 23 countries. The aim of the handover to Fairtrade Germany is to…

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Tetra Pak invests €60 million in owned pilot plant to advance its paper-based barrier technology development

Stuart Mitchell

As a part of its long-term ambition to develop the world’s most sustainable food package2, Tetra Pak has introduced an innovative solution in its aseptic beverage cartons where the traditional aluminium foil layer is replaced with a new paper-based barrier. This innovation increases the paper content in beverage cartons to approximately 80% and, when combined with plant-based polymers, increases the traceable renewable content of a carton up to 92% – cutting the carbon footprint by up to 43%1. By simplifying the material structure from three to two main materials: paper…

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CIM appoints new committee to elevate marketing capability in Sri Lanka

Stuart Mitchell

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) is delighted to announce the appointment of the CIM Sri Lanka Professional Member Support Committee (SLPMSC). This newly established committee will enhance the professional journey of CIM members in Sri Lanka by strengthening marketing capability at both individual and organisational levels. Its work will focus on building fellowship, fostering high‑impact networking opportunities, and supporting continuous professional development aligned to global marketing standards. The SLPMSC will be led by Dr Lewie Diasz, who serves as the Chairman. Dr Diasz brings extensive academic and professional rigour…

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