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CNN
7 days ago
- Business
- CNN
Texas cannabis industry faces collapse as THC ban heads to governor's desk
Texas lawmakers passed a bill with bipartisan support to ban THC products in Texas, aruging they're too dangerous for consumers. Industry leaders say it could essentially eliminate a multi-billion dollar industry in the state. Both sides are waiting to see if Gov. Greg Abbott will sign or veto the bill. Ed Lavandera reports.
CNN
7 days ago
- Business
- CNN
Texas cannabis industry faces collapse as THC ban heads to governor's desk
Texas lawmakers passed a bill with bipartisan support to ban THC products in Texas, aruging they're too dangerous for consumers. Industry leaders say it could essentially eliminate a multi-billion dollar industry in the state. Both sides are waiting to see if Gov. Greg Abbott will sign or veto the bill. Ed Lavandera reports.
Trade Arabia
20-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
ITB China 2025 launches themed travel panels
ITB China 2025, which will take place from May 27 to 29 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, will feature six expert panels covering various segments, including Senior Tourism, Educational Travel, Cruise Travel, Customised Travel, Luxury Travel, and Adventure Tourism. Key topics will include personalisation, product innovation, demographic shifts, and industry scalability. As Chinese travellers continue to seek more meaningful, flexible, and personalised journeys, ITB China 2025 is responding to this shift by making Themed and Customised Travel one of its key themes. During the three-day trade show, the dedicated program will feature focused keynote speeches and panel discussions that bring together experts and industry leaders to explore new opportunities. Personalisation as the New Standard The rise of niche interests and segmented demand is transforming the landscape of the travel industry. Travellers are increasingly moving away from mass-market products, instead opting for tailored experiences that offer cultural depth, flexibility, and a sense of discovery. Whether it's in-depth local immersion, private transportation, or itinerary flexibility, customisation has become a key driver of traveller satisfaction and business innovation. ITB China's Themed and Customised Travel panels address these trends with practical insights and strategic foresight, aiming to help businesses evolve alongside traveller expectations. Wednesday, May 28, Presentaion Hub 13:30–14:10 – Senior Tourism With China's aging population on the rise, a generation of affluent, experience-seeking senior travellers is emerging – and the trillion-yuan senior travel market is demanding fresh attention. The panel 'Redefining the New Silver Travellers: Capturing China's Trillion-Yuan Senior Tourism Opportunity' will bring together industry leaders from senior lifestyle communities, prominent travel brands, and academic researchers to explore how the travel sector can effectively cater to the needs of senior travellers. The session will present strategies for developing tailored products, services, and inclusive messaging that resonate with this increasingly influential market segment. 14:50–15:30 – Educational Travel The surge in educational travel presents both major opportunities and challenges for travel operators. The session 'Educational Travel: Golden Opportunity or Hidden Trap for Travel Agency Evolution' will focus on strategies to ensure meaningful learning outcomes and navigate the evolution of educational tourism in China. Attendees will gain actionable insights into how to adapt business models to meet the rising expectations for high-quality educational travel products. 15:30–16:10 – Customised Travel As personalised travel expands beyond the luxury segment, the session 'The Competitive Landscape of Customised Travel: From Boutique to Scalable – Who Will Lead the Tailored Tourism Race?' will examine whether the concept of "true" customised travel needs to be redefined. Industry experts will explore how tailored travel offerings can be scaled through innovation, technology, and strategic differentiation. The session will also analyze which market players – ranging from traditional wholesalers to direct-to-consumer DMCs – are best positioned to lead this evolving segment, and how businesses can build a competitive edge in a rapidly changing landscape. Thursday, May 29, Conference Room B 10:00-11:00 – Luxury Travel Today's Chinese luxury travellers are seeking more than comfort – they are increasingly drawn to immersive, personalised, and culturally rich experiences. From 10:00 to 10:20, Jun Shen, Account Director of Greater China at Virtuoso, will deliver a keynote titled "Redefining Luxury Travel: Innovation and Transformation in China's Market." Drawing on Virtuoso's exclusive market data, this presentation will examine the evolution of luxury travel in China across three dimensions: Consumer Insights, Industry Transformation, and Tech Integration. The session will provide data-backed insights and actionable recommendations, offering a forward-looking perspective on the evolving landscape of luxury travel. From 10:20 to 11:00, the session titled "Experiential Luxury: What Are Chinese High-End Travellers Really Looking For?" will highlight case studies of successful adaptations in luxury travel design and explore potential innovations. Panelists will examine emerging trends in destination design, service models, and sustainability, offering insights into what truly resonates with China's high-end travel segment. 11:00–12:00 – Adventure Tourism Adventure travel continues to gain traction among younger travel;ers seeking immersive and tailored experiences. From 11:00 to 11:15, Hannah Pearson, Regional Director APAC at the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), will take the stage with a keynote titled 'Emerging Trends in Adventure Tourism.' Drawing on her expertise in the Asia-Pacific region, Pearson will share key insights into the evolving preferences of adventure travellers and highlight new opportunities shaping this fast-growing segment of the travel industry. Following the keynote, the session titled "Understanding the Adventure Traveller,' held in partnership with the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), will bring together representatives from tourism boards, buyers, sellers, and industry associations to explore traveller behavior, product trends, and regional differences in expectations. Panel experts will share insights on how to effectively tailor adventure travel offerings to meet the distinct needs of various source markets, providing actionable strategies for this dynamic and growing segment. -TradeArabia News Service
Zawya
14-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Nigeria: NOG Energy Week 2025 to advance investment, innovation
The upcoming NOG Energy Week 2025 is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the energy industry, bringing together key stakeholders, innovators, and investors to drive investment, foster innovation, and enhance energy security in a rapidly evolving global landscape. The 24th NOG Energy Week, themed 'Accelerating Global Energy Progress Through Investment, Partnerships & Innovation', is scheduled from 29 June – 3 July 2025, at the Abuja International Conference Centre (ICC) in Nigeria. As the largest energy gathering in Sub-Saharan Africa, NOG Energy Week according to the organizers will bring together over 7,000 leaders, policymakers, regulators, and industry professionals from more than 85 countries across the globe. The event offers a rare intersection of government policy, industry strategy, and technical expertise focused on creating a more resilient and forward-looking energy ecosystem across Africa. Spanning five days, NOG Energy Week will feature a Strategic Conference, CPD-accredited Technical Seminar, Nigerian Content Seminar, International Exhibition, Energy Awards, Leadership Roundtables, a Golf Day and an exclusive Energy Club. Each segment is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, showcase innovation, and facilitate strategic partnerships across the entire energy value chain. The strategic conference has a structured, formal agenda, including ministerial sessions, energy talks and strategic panel sessions with a multilateral focus on Africa's comparative position within the evolving international order. It considers how to safeguard energy security and climate goals simultaneously. Speaking on the content of the programme, Wemimo Oyelana, Country Director – Nigeria & Portfolio Director – Energy for dmg Nigeria events, emphasised, ''NOG Energy Week 2025 is more than just a convening of industry players; it is a strategic catalyst for Africa's evolving energy narrative. The breadth of this year's programme, from policy-shaping ministerial dialogues to technical deep dives and innovation showcases, reflects our commitment to facilitating real progress across the entire energy value chain. As energy systems worldwide become more integrated and complex, our platform remains focused on unlocking investment, driving partnerships, and ensuring that Africa's voice is central in shaping a resilient and sustainable global energy future.'' Running alongside the Strategic Conference, the CPD-certified Technical Seminar serves as a practical forum for accelerated multi-disciplinary vocational training for engineers, scientists, project managers, and innovators. The seminar will focus on midstream infrastructure optimisation, drilling, sustainability, modular gas systems, emission reduction, and other important issues. The Nigerian Content Seminar, organised with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), will evaluate the strides made regarding the NOGICD Act and the local capacity and service delivery strategy levers to be used within Nigeria's oil and gas industry. Participants will engage in implementation pathways to deepen domestic value retention and support the sustainable growth of indigenous companies in global energy supply chains. At the same time, the NOG International Exhibition, which is now open for visitor pre-registration, will showcase over 350 exhibiting companies, including country pavilions from China and India, demonstrating the latest advancements in exploration and production, low carbon technologies, digital operations, LNG, and renewable hybridisation. The exhibition will enable global stakeholders to assess new commercial opportunities and pinpoint prospective investments within Nigeria and the West African region. For more Private and focused high-impact interactions, NOG Energy Week 2025 will host the Leadership Roundtable and Executive Meeting Suites. These sessions will provide private settings for C-suite leaders, regulators and policymakers to discuss openly and decide on investment priorities and emerging developmental strategies. With the increasing energy demand, changing investment flows globally, and Africa becoming a more dynamic participant in energy transition initiatives, NOG Energy Week 2025 offers a unique window of opportunity for global stakeholders to foster collective action toward resilient, inclusive, low-carbon energy systems. According to the organisers, registration for international delegates is now open. Copyright © 2022 Nigerian Tribune Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
