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The textile and apparel industry across Latin America is undergoing a profound transformation as manufacturers adapt to new sustainability standards, digitalization and shifting global supply chains.
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Wageningen-based Greencovery has raised €1 million to expand its cocoa upcycling technology, targeting 1,000 tons of production capacity as it seeks to establish a circular cocoa value chain in North Holland.
The oilfield services group said it is neither participating nor planning to bid for hydrocarbon projects around the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas). The statement follows Argentina’s adoption of Decree 868/2026, which links compliance with its sovereignty legislation to access to domestic oil permits and investment incentives.
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Expanding drone and counter-drone programmes are increasing demand for materials also used by civilian industries. Projects in Europe, Canada and Brazil aim to diversify supplies, but much of the additional capacity remains under development.
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Europe is accelerating a network of trade agreements across Latin America, Asia, Australia and the Gulf as geopolitical tensions reshape global commerce. Brussels sees diversification as increasingly essential to competitiveness, supply-chain resilience and reducing strategic dependencies.
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Washington is tightening access to the US drone market in an attempt to reduce dependence on foreign technology and rebuild domestic production. European Union manufacturers will face a substantially lower 15% tariff, potentially improving their competitive position against Chinese suppliers in a sector increasingly linked to defence, security and industrial policy.
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South America’s agricultural exporters are accelerating traceability, satellite monitoring and digital certification ahead of the EU Deforestation Regulation.
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Proposed changes linked to the evolving UK–EU sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) framework have reignited debate within Britain's agricultural sector over the potential impact of future meat imports. Farming organisations have expressed concerns that regulatory alignment and changes to import rules could increase competition from overseas producers, while government officials argue that the agreement is designed to simplify trade without compromising food safety standards.
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Italian engineering group MAIRE, through its subsidiary Tecnimont, has secured a €1.3 billion contract to develop what will become the largest urea production complex in Latin America. The project, commissioned by Fértil Pampa, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pampa Energía, will strengthen Argentina’s fertilizer production capacity and reduce the region’s dependence on imports.
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Supply chain finance is becoming a strategic priority for companies operating in Latin America as trade tensions, political instability and volatile markets reshape corporate risk management. Treasury departments are taking a leading role in protecting business continuity, moving beyond their traditional focus on liquidity and working capital optimisation.
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Latin America is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for companies seeking to relocate supply chains closer to key markets. For European mid-sized businesses, nearshoring offers access to competitive manufacturing, skilled talent and expanding consumer markets while reducing geopolitical and logistical risks.
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Nestlé Purina will invest approximately €560 million in northern Italy to build a new pet food manufacturing plant and logistics hub, reinforcing its European production network as demand for premium pet nutrition continues to expand.
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Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to unveil a new energy strategy that would reopen the door to oil and gas development in the North Sea, marking a significant departure from Labour’s previous commitment to halt new exploration licences. The proposed policy reflects growing political pressure to balance energy security, industrial competitiveness and climate goals.
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Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML has raised its 2026 revenue forecast after reporting stronger-than-expected quarterly results, reinforcing confidence that the global artificial intelligence boom continues to drive demand for advanced chips. The upgraded outlook strengthens ASML's position as Europe's most valuable listed company and highlights the continent's growing role in the AI supply chain.
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The changes are expected to reshape supply chains and affect exporters across Latin America, Southeast Asia and other commodity-producing regions.
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Argentina has welcomed the European Parliament's decision to reject proposed restrictions affecting soy-based biofuels, describing the vote as a positive step for bilateral trade and a signal that Europe is willing to balance sustainability goals with economic cooperation.
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German logistics provider Rhenus is accelerating its global growth strategy with the ambition of becoming one of the world's ten largest logistics companies, supported by international expansion, strategic acquisitions and growing demand for integrated supply chain solutions.
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As geopolitical rivalry between major global powers deepens, Latin America is once again emerging as a strategic region where trade, investment, critical resources and diplomacy are becoming central to international competition.
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The German automotive giant is reportedly preparing a sweeping restructuring plan that could affect thousands of jobs and several production facilities as it adapts to the electric vehicle transition and intensifying global competition.
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Small and medium-sized enterprises remain the backbone of Spain's economy, but improving logistics, digitalization and supply chain efficiency will be essential to sustain future growth.
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As economic ties between Europe and Latin America continue to expand, Serbia is seeking a more active role in connecting businesses, institutions and investment opportunities across both regions.
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New requirements are reshaping access to Europe’s food market, where traceability, certification and sanitary standards now carry growing commercial weight.
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A potential escalation in trade tensions between the United States and France could reshape the global wine market and create new opportunities for producers across Latin America.
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Farmers and cooperatives across Latin America are calling on the European Union to adopt a more tailored approach to sustainability regulations, arguing that current requirements risk creating barriers for small producers despite shared environmental objectives.
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Region Gains Strategic Importance as Global Powers Reassess Trade, Energy and Supply Chains.
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EU Investors and Businesses Strengthen Ties as Trade and Investment Opportunities Grow
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Steel producers across Latin America are increasingly adopting environmental certifications and sustainability standards as global markets demand lower-carbon industrial supply chains.
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Argentina’s egg industry is experiencing historic export growth as rising European demand creates new opportunities for the country’s agribusiness sector.
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Guatemala is seeking to strengthen its role as a commercial and geopolitical bridge between Europe and Latin America amid shifting global supply chains and growing European interest in the region.
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The French automaker is developing the Renault Niagara pickup specifically for Latin America, highlighting the region’s growing strategic importance for global automotive expansion and emerging-market vehicle design.
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