Innovation and Opportunity: Current Trends in China’s Lubricants Market
China’s automotive lubricants market is currently undergoing a significant transformation, driven by an array of factors that are reshaping its dynamics:
Navigating Evolving Consumer Behavior in the Food and Beverage Industry
As the food and nutrition industry gears up to converge once again in Geneva for this year’s Vitafoods Europe event, I’m preparing for several exciting presentations and dialogs, not least a panel discussion at the Future of Nutrition Summit on May 13 on the topic of: New Product Development Strategies for Next-Gen Consumers.
Is Venture Capital Investment Driving Innovation in the Mobility Sector?
Venture Capital (VC) investment has long been a powerful catalyst in fostering innovation in various sectors by nurturing start-ups and high-potential businesses.
Rise of Deep Conditioning Hair Treatments: Highlights From the 2024 Professional Beauty India Show
Last week, Swarup Chakrabarty, Senior Analyst in Kline’s Beauty and Wellbeing vertical, attended the Professional Beauty India show in Kolkata, which attracted over 100,000 buyers and sellers, showcasing India’s burgeoning strength in the beauty and wellbeing industry. From the introduction of new hair care brands such as 3TenX to an increasing popularity of deep conditioning hair treatments, as reflected by new product offerings by local brands such as Beauty Garage and Cabelo Chave Professional, the show underscored the evolving landscape of the industry.
Personal Mobility – How to Look Beyond Electrification
At this point there is a growing consensus that the route to decarbonize personal mobility is electrification. Though occasional setbacks and barriers in the form of lagging development of the charging infrastructure, high purchase cost, slow charging speeds, and other such issues persist, EVs are growing in their share of new car sales.
The Synthetic Fuel Revolution: Navigating New Waters in the Alternative Fuel Landscape
In recent weeks, I’ve engaged in a series of enlightening discussions with stakeholders from diverse sectors such as Consumer and Commercial Automotive, Aviation, and Marine. Any guesses on the buzzword that made it into every conversation? It’s ‘new fuels’. Clearly, the topic of alternative fuels is not just gaining traction—it’s increasingly becoming a primary focus. The dialogue around alternative fuels is growing louder and more urgent, reflecting a collective commitment to environmental responsibility across industries.
How Will Government Programs in the Middle East Boost Lubricant Demand?
How can the lubricant industry prepare as government programs create opportunities for commercial and industrial lubricants in the Middle East?
Six Professional Hair Care Launches With Natural Positioning From Expo Beauty Barcelona 2024
At this year’s Expo Beauty Barcelona show, the spotlight was on natural products, echoing consumers’ growing preference toward cleaner beauty formulations. Notably, botanical elements took center stage in numerous hair care product launches, as they are sought to intertwine beauty with the bounties of the earth. Among the new launches with a natural positioning that caught our eye are as follows:
10 Key Questions for Re-Greasing Your Grease Strategy
Global grease demand is changing driven by the shift in demand for different chemistries, technological advancements, raw material availability, as well as the penetration of premium products, according to our upcoming Opportunities in Grease report.
What to Expect for 2024’s Health Trends: From Microbiome to Mindfulness
In the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness, staying informed about the latest trends and innovations is crucial. Beyond mere fads, these trends often reflect shifts in consumer priorities and advancements in scientific understanding. In 2024, health-related concerns continue to drive consumer behavior and ingredient preferences, shaping the trajectory of the food and beverage industry. Ahead of Vitafoods Europe, let’s delve into some of the key health trends and ingredient innovations that are expected to be seen making waves this year.
