A&W Restaurants, an all-American QSR with over 100 years of experience in business and serving communities, announced today, Betsy Schmandt, as chief executive officer and president of A&W Restaurants. Previously serving as the chief operating officer and president for the all-American brand, Schmandt will inherit the responsibility from former CEO, Kevin Bazner who will continue his tenure as chairman. “It is an honor to lead this iconic brand. A&W Restaurants has a rich history that has brought a smile to so many people throughout its 105 year history. I’m deeply inspired by our franchise partners and their commitment to A&W’s legacy,” said Schmandt.…
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Death Wish Coffee Co., a popular Fair Trade coffee brand in the United States, has unveiled the latest addition to its robust coffee portfolio: Premium canned lattes. Available in three delicious flavours ‒ Vanilla, Mocha and Original ‒ each latte delivers the real, bold and smooth taste that Death Wish Coffee Co. is known for, while meeting the consumer demand for clean, convenient energy solutions. Canned coffee is the most consumed format among Gen Z and Millennials², however the current market lacks a better-for-you choice that doesn’t compromise to support this audience’s active lifestyles — until now. While most options contain high amounts…
Cutting-edge Agentic AI platform, SWARM Engineering that has been revolutionizing industrial operations has recently announced the appointment of Joe Intrakamhang as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). A former Head of Data Science Procurement at Google, Intrakamhang brings over 23 years of experience in AI, machine learning, and cloud-scale technology solutions, with a proven track record of delivering high-impact innovations across global enterprises, financial institutions and non-profits. Backed by S2G Investments, SWARM is pioneering the next wave of intelligence in Industrial operations, leveraging Agentic AI to automate and optimize complex operations, eliminate inefficiencies and deliver decision intelligence at scale. Intrakamhang is a trailblazer in AI-driven…
US-based global market research, strategy consulting and M&A advisory firm, Ducker Carlisle is now offering the first certification that recognizes manufacturers for implementing sustainable management practices in the distribution segment of their supply chains. The new Supply Score Certification leverages the firm’s 30+ years of supply chain benchmarking experience to help companies demonstrate their progress toward meeting corporate sustainability goals, differentiate themselves from competitors, and create new business opportunities with environmentally-minded customers and partners. The new certification currently focuses on measuring companies’ efforts to reduce their carbon footprint in the areas of warehousing, packaging and outbound transportation. Green initiatives in…
Reworld, a leader in sustainable waste solutions has announced the acquisition of R.E.D. Technologies, LLC, a privately held profiled waste and field remediation company located in Portland, Connecticut. This acquisition strengthens the operational and logistics capabilities of Reworld across the Northeastern United States. “By combining REDTECH’s strategic location and proven expertise with existing Reworld service lines, we are strengthening our ability to offer scalable, innovative waste solutions across the Northeastern United States,” said Paul Stauder, EVP Business Development and M&A. “Together, we are poised to deliver greater value to our customers and communities while advancing the transition to a more sustainable future.” REDTECH operates…
Rainbow North America has recently announced the establishment of a Partner Production Center in Champaign, IL, marking a significant strategic investment in building full-spectrum supply chain solutions for North America’s most trusted crop protection brands. Beginning with a 30-acre industrial campus, Rainbow will begin renovation and construction activities as part of a multi-phase expansion effort to deliver high quality crop protection solutions. This expansion follows a series of major investments in North America over the past year, including the acquisition and expansion of a high-capacity herbicide formulation center in Houston, TX, the establishment of a North American business team, and the growth of a strategic portfolio of U.S.…
The Dot Corp, a leading full-service supply chain solutions provider is pleased to announce a strategic leadership transition. Jeff Shattuck has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kathy Payne has been appointed President of The Dot Printer, and Bruce Carson, the current CEO of The Dot Corp, will assume the role of Chairman, continuing to guide the company’s strategic direction. After 45 years of dedicated leadership and service to the company, Bruce Carson will transition into the role of Chairman. As the visionary behind The Dot Corp’s success, Mr. Carson will continue to oversee strategic direction, innovation initiatives, and long-term growth plans to ensure the company remains…
Logistics payment platform, PayCargo and Gnosis Freight, a leading provider of supply chain visibility and execution software for shipping containers have recently announced an integration and partnership with Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world’s leading liner shipping companies, for the launch of the new Container Payment Portal (CPP). Hapag-Lloyd has released plans to utilize the newly developed Container Payment Portal (CPP) to accelerate cargo movement for customers and supporting terminal operators. This innovative solution will enhance cargo visibility, reduce container dwell times, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve payment efficiency for all Hapag-Lloyd stakeholders in the U.S. The Container Payment Portal will serve…
A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) and Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration opportunities in ship repair, maintenance, and building activities in India. This strategic partnership aligns with the Government of India’s Vision 2047 maritime objectives and recent Union Budget 2025-26 announcements to position India among the top five global maritime hubs. The collaboration comes at a crucial time when the global shipping industry is expected to face capacity constraints in ship repair yards around the world. This partnership signifies a strategic step towards establishing India as a premier maritime…
Cargill’s Ocean Transportation business and leading tanker shipping company, Hafnia, have joined forces to launch Seascale Energy, a joint venture, combining Cargill’s existing bunker business Pure Marine Fuels and Hafnia’s Bunker Alliance. By combining the strengths of two global players, Seascale Energy aims to set a new standard for marine fuel procurement by delivering considerable cost efficiencies, transparency, and access to sustainable fuel innovations. By consolidating bunker purchasing volumes, the venture will secure even more competitive pricing and terms while providing tailored procurement solutions to meet its customers’ diverse needs. It will also offer an expanded global port network, giving…
NX Logistics India Private Limited, a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., opened a Phase 2 warehouse at its Sri City Logistics Center in Sri City Industrial Park located in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Conveniently located near Chennai Airport and four ports, Sri City Industrial Park is home to more than 220 companies from the mobility, technology, healthcare and other industries doing business in India. In 2017, NX Logistics India became the first logistics company to open a warehouse – the Sri City Logistics Center – in Sri City Industrial Park, from which it has since…
There have been several instances where we have come across the word Data. Many nations have shifted their focus towards storage of data in the previous two decades which still continues to face numerous challenges. When we talk of big data, we shall also understand the science behind the term, as data has become an essential tool in today’s business operations. Data science is seen as the study of various processes by which knowledge is obtained and gathered from various forms of data that is available. Data Science covers several areas such as programming, data mining, data visualization, machine learning and…
