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The first global economic shock since the COVID-19 pandemic has arrived. The impact on businesses is high, unevenly distributed, and likely to remain that way. Not since the 1930s has the world seen this level of tariff activity, according to McKinsey. It recommends setting up a geopolitical nerve centre focused on tracking the impact of tariffs across nine targeted initiatives.
Trevini Turbines is a global leader in the sub-100 MW steam turbine power sector. Trevini is behind an upgrade at a Waste to Energy (WtE) facility which will process 345,000 tons of household and medical waste a year just 20k away from the Eiffel Tower into clean energy. Thermal WtE, in particular, converts municipal, commercial, and industrial waste into electricity and heat, reducing the volume of landfill waste while significantly offsetting greenhouse gas emissions.
The competition to attract the best people is fierce but keeping talented employees at your company is just as essential. Hiring the right people in the first place is just the first step according to global employee experience leader Culture Amp. Being open to, and acting on, feedback is the key to hold on to key staff. The cost of replacing them can cost up to double their salary.
Infrastructure deficit is not unique to New Zealand as countries worldwide struggle with similar investment shortfalls, at the same time facing cost of living issues alongside economic and geopolitical uncertainties. A new Russell McVeagh report examines key factors and trends shaping infrastructure investment in New Zealand today beginning with a market update on private capital fundraising and investment trends
Employee engagement is about investing in your employees. Engaged employees are happier, more productive, and less likely to leave. Employee surveys and how you implement the results matter, Employee survey insights help companies take a data-driven approach using real employee feedback to shape workplace culture rather than acting on assumptions.
Master Electricians is holding a national conference in October to celebrate its 100-year anniversary. The conference focus is on leadership and is open to anyone or any organisation, member or not, which wants to advance the industry. Master Electricians have produced in support a fascinating series of videos chronicling the 100-year history of the association and talking to a range of leaders, tradespersons and apprentices.
Overshoot is a conceptual review of exceeding and returning to global warming of 1.5°C and the consequences of failure. It is supported by a second report on the .Recent assessments by the IPCC which indicate that global temperatures will reach 1.5°C before the mid-2030s. Observations show that 2024 was already the first time warming in a single year exceeded this level.
A building surveyor can help cut the number of applications while councils request further information
The seamless integration of healthcare data systems has the potential to enhance experience and outcomes for patients and healthcare workers, yet ways of achieving such integration can vary significantly.
Building on an already strong relationship, AkzoNobel will provide Interpon F products for Signify’s Philips LED consumer outdoor luminaires.
With support from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Fulton Hogan has purchase two electric Volvo trucks, each of which will transport up to 16,000kg of asphalt from plants in Penrose and Drury to sites around the city. The trucks were unveiled at the company’s Asphalt Recycling plant on April 9
The Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) and Altogether Autism joined forces to encourage Autistic people to consider a career in the construction industry.
The government’s new climate target requires emissions to fall one percentage point between 2030 and 2035, smaller than developing country Brazil’s. Lawyers for Climate Action says it is questionable whether or not it meets the requirements of the international Paris Agreement to which New Zealand is a signatory.
The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission expects to release a draft of the National Infrastructure Plan around the middle of the year and incorporate feedback for the final plan to be released in December. It will provide independent advice to the Government on long-term investment needs.
MBIE is looking for input ahead of new regulations for building materials certified overseas to be recognised for use in New Zealand. It is hoped that regulations will be promulgated by the third quarter 2025.
An AustRoads report offers advice on equipment used when transporting children and young people with disabilities or medical issues. It found nearly half of parents in Australia and new Zealand made the decision to purchase with no professional support and recommends a further look at school buses and importer registration practices.
HR expert EmploymentHero has prepared an excellent and practical report on understanding the disciplinary process in New Zealand. Despite the more pleasant side of HR from building a strong culture to promoting career development, some elements are less fun. No one likes to deal with misconduct but the reality of a workplace is that sometimes, you’re going to have to go through the disciplinary process.
AI skills are as essential today as computer skills were 30 years ago. Progression from AI fear to FOMO was already underway in the US by March last year according to a survey from Freshworks of 7000 workers. Companies are ramping up AI training because they can’t afford to wait. Nearly half the workers surveyed believe any company not using AI is likely to fail.
