Traceability and high quality assurance have helped Frigorífico San Jacinto–NIREA S.A. become Uruguay’s first company authorized to export meat on the bone products to the US, which in turn could open up other lucrative markets. Its Vice-President Gastón Scayola has the details and explains why the company is a source of pride in Uruguay.
Traceability and high quality assurance have helped Frigorífico San Jacinto–NIREA S.A. become Uruguay’s first company authorized to export meat on the bone products to the US, which in turn could open up other lucrative markets. Its Vice-President Gastón Scayola has the details and explains why the company is a source of pride in Uruguay.
What gives Uruguayan leather its high quality and competitive edge in international markets? Álvaro Silberstein, General Manager of Paycueros, the Uruguayan arm of Sadesa, looks at the importance of adding value to Uruguay’s raw materials and explains what keeps the company’s quality hides in high demand from some of the world’s biggest names in the footwear and automotive industries.
What gives Uruguayan leather its high quality and competitive edge in international markets? Álvaro Silberstein, General Manager of Paycueros, the Uruguayan arm of Sadesa, looks at the importance of adding value to Uruguay’s raw materials and explains what keeps the company’s quality hides in high demand from some of the world’s biggest names in the footwear and automotive industries.
Originally a charcoal manufacturer then later an oil & gas wholesaler, electricity reseller and now with more than 30 diverse companies under its wing, Sinanen is using its years of experience and know-how to focus on the renewable sector and become a fully integrated smart-energy company. President Masato Taguchi discusses the developments changing the global energy landscape, including the impact of nuclear disasters, rise in LNG, the various innovations the company has developed and how “rather than competition, we see a partnership opportunity between Japan and the USA”.
Originally a charcoal manufacturer then later an oil & gas wholesaler, electricity reseller and now with more than 30 diverse companies under its wing, Sinanen is using its years of experience and know-how to focus on the renewable sector and become a fully integrated smart-energy company. President Masato Taguchi discusses the developments changing the global energy landscape, including the impact of nuclear disasters, rise in LNG, the various innovations the company has developed and how “rather than competition, we see a partnership opportunity between Japan and the USA”.
Senator and Chairman of the National Bank of Equatorial Guinea Martin Crisantos Ebe Mba looks at the political, economic, and social changes taking shape in the country in recent years making it “a valued country, admired for its progress and development at all levels” and its positioning as a financial platform for Central Africa and beyond.
Senator and Chairman of the National Bank of Equatorial Guinea Martin Crisantos Ebe Mba looks at the political, economic, and social changes taking shape in the country in recent years making it “a valued country, admired for its progress and development at all levels” and its positioning as a financial platform for Central Africa and beyond.
Cereoil’s new grain processing plant is set to have a major impact on adding value to Uruguay’s agriculture sector and raw materials, and will transform the company into a manufacturer, as well as producer and exporter, as CEO William Johnson explains.
Cereoil’s new grain processing plant is set to have a major impact on adding value to Uruguay’s agriculture sector and raw materials, and will transform the company into a manufacturer, as well as producer and exporter, as CEO William Johnson explains.
Uruguay's state-owned petroleum company ANCAP has carried out a major efficiency-oriented internal reform in its search for greater efficiency and is also continuing to develop alternative, more eco-friendly sources of energy. Furthermore, it continues to have the full backing of both the state and the people it strives to serve, as its President Marta Jara explains.
Uruguay's state-owned petroleum company ANCAP has carried out a major efficiency-oriented internal reform in its search for greater efficiency and is also continuing to develop alternative, more eco-friendly sources of energy. Furthermore, it continues to have the full backing of both the state and the people it strives to serve, as its President Marta Jara explains.
From its beginnings as a temporary staffing company, the Pasona Group is now an industry creation company that has introduced a host of new working practices and innovative environments – including US-style 401k plans – to Japan and become a leader in Japanese employment and staffing solutions. It has also brought new opportunities and support to previously marginalized sections of society through various initiatives it is looking to roll out nationwide. Group CEO Yasuyuki Nambu looks at the Japanese labor market, the company’s innovations and next generation services, and how he sees future working practices unfolding.
From its beginnings as a temporary staffing company, the Pasona Group is now an industry creation company that has introduced a host of new working practices and innovative environments – including US-style 401k plans – to Japan and become a leader in Japanese employment and staffing solutions. It has also brought new opportunities and support to previously marginalized sections of society through various initiatives it is looking to roll out nationwide. Group CEO Yasuyuki Nambu looks at the Japanese labor market, the company’s innovations and next generation services, and how he sees future working practices unfolding.
Some 65 years after its establishment, Towa Pharmaceutical has grown into a key player in the Japanese generic drugs’ market, generating sales of over 80 billion yen, which amounts to an increase of nearly 70% over the past five fiscal years. President Itsuro Yoshida provides an insight into the generic drugs industry and the company’s adherence to ethical business that ensures trust with the public and medical practitioners alike.
Some 65 years after its establishment, Towa Pharmaceutical has grown into a key player in the Japanese generic drugs’ market, generating sales of over 80 billion yen, which amounts to an increase of nearly 70% over the past five fiscal years. President Itsuro Yoshida provides an insight into the generic drugs industry and the company’s adherence to ethical business that ensures trust with the public and medical practitioners alike.
Launched in 2008, Colopl, Inc. is now one of Japan’s largest mobile game developers having consistently delivered quality entertainment to a large number of users. President and CEO Naruatsu Baba explains how it is looking to repeat its first-mover advantage gained in providing content in mobile gaming in the virtual reality (VR) sector with its $50-million Colopl VR Fund targeting investment in all VR-related categories such as software, hardware, and development tools and equipment.
Launched in 2008, Colopl, Inc. is now one of Japan’s largest mobile game developers having consistently delivered quality entertainment to a large number of users. President and CEO Naruatsu Baba explains how it is looking to repeat its first-mover advantage gained in providing content in mobile gaming in the virtual reality (VR) sector with its $50-million Colopl VR Fund targeting investment in all VR-related categories such as software, hardware, and development tools and equipment.
Founded in July 2009 to promote innovation, encourage entrepreneurialism and inspire R&D synergies for the following 15 years, the Innovation Network Corporation of Japan (INCJ) is helping improve Japan’s commercial competitiveness and investing in startups and venture companies, at home and abroad. Chairman & CEO Toshiyuki Shiga explains the impact the corporation is having and where its focus is sharpening for its next seven years.
Founded in July 2009 to promote innovation, encourage entrepreneurialism and inspire R&D synergies for the following 15 years, the Innovation Network Corporation of Japan (INCJ) is helping improve Japan’s commercial competitiveness and investing in startups and venture companies, at home and abroad. Chairman & CEO Toshiyuki Shiga explains the impact the corporation is having and where its focus is sharpening for its next seven years.
