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FSC Stadium of Life shortlisted for the Dezeen Awards 2026
FSC Stadium of Life shortlisted for the Dezeen Awards 2026 The FSC Stadium of Life, designed by Rise International in Maseru, Lesotho, has been shortlisted for the Dezeen Awards 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious architecture and design competitions. The FSC-certified project, launched earlier this year, is among the top 50 projects selected from more than 4,300 entries across 91 countries. It has been featured in Dezeen’s top 50: Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) list as part of the newly introduced regional showcases for the 2026 edition of the awards programme. The regional showcases celebrate

How is Packaging Automation Reshaping eCommerce?
How is Packaging Automation Reshaping eCommerce? As eCommerce fulfilment continues to evolve, packaging is no longer simply the last step before delivery. It has become an integral part of fulfilment operations, with its design and performance directly influencing warehouse productivity, transport efficiency, and customer experience. This shift has been accelerated by the rapid adoption of automation across fulfilment operations. Traditionally, automation in eCommerce focused on improving efficiency through technologies such

Disposal of Empty Pesticide Containers: A Shared Industry Responsibility
Disposal of Empty Pesticide Containers: A Shared Industry Responsibility Forestry South Africa’s Timber Industry Pesticide Working Group In South Africa, pesticide stewardship does not end once the product has been applied. The responsible disposal of empty pesticide containers, used for both agriculture and forestry, forms a critical part of legal compliance, environmental protection, worker safety, and certification requirements. Despite clear legislation, established recycling collection systems, and readily available guidance, reports

Even High-Altitude Forests in Switzerland Are Now Weakened by Frequent Droughts, Making Natural Hazards More Dangerous
Even High-Altitude Forests in Switzerland Are Now Weakened by Frequent Droughts, Making Natural Hazards More Dangerous Due to global warming, Swiss forests are now at a tipping point where the tolerance and resilience of trees against summer droughts are being overwhelmed, scientists have shown. That bodes ill for people in the valleys, because forests form their first line of defense against avalanches, rockfalls, landslides, and floods.

Volvo Trucks Launches New 80-Tonne Electric Truck with Longer Range
Volvo Trucks Launches New 80-Tonne Electric Truck with Longer Range Volvo Trucks is once again raising the bar for electric truck transport. The company launches an electric truck with longer range that can handle a total weight of up to 80 tonnes – a new benchmark when it comes to heavy electric truck transport. Following the launch of its new generation of electric trucks earlier this year, Volvo Trucks is

Operation Vulindlela Raises Hope For Rail Reform
Operation Vulindlela Raises Hope For Rail Reform South Africa moves too much freight by road rather than rail. This is a financial burden for businesses with large volume haulage, such as timber. With fuel-price volatility continuing, businesses are watching the country’s embattled rail system and asking when it will improve. Progress has begun. Rail reform is a key element of the second phase of Operation Vulindlela (OV), a joint initiative

Understanding Silviculture Technology: Plantation Forestry in the Southern Hemisphere
Understanding Silviculture Technology: Plantation Forestry in the Southern Hemisphere Interview with Dr Muedanyi Ramantswana, Nelson Mandela University Technological advances are reshaping the Forestry Sector at a pace, and South African companies are under real pressure to reduce costs and improve efficiency across the forestry value chain. Competing in an international market means being innovative, adopting value-adding technologies and staying current with the latest developments across productivity, quality and accreditation. “I

FSC Stadium of Life shortlisted for the Dezeen Awards 2026
FSC Stadium of Life shortlisted for the Dezeen Awards 2026 The FSC Stadium of Life, designed by Rise International in Maseru, Lesotho, has been shortlisted for the Dezeen Awards 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious architecture and design competitions. The FSC-certified project, launched earlier this year, is among the top 50 projects selected from more than 4,300 entries across 91 countries. It has been featured in Dezeen’s top 50:

How is Packaging Automation Reshaping eCommerce?
How is Packaging Automation Reshaping eCommerce? As eCommerce fulfilment continues to evolve, packaging is no longer simply the last step before delivery. It has become an integral part of fulfilment operations, with its design and performance directly influencing warehouse productivity, transport efficiency, and customer experience. This shift has been accelerated by the rapid adoption of automation across fulfilment operations. Traditionally, automation in eCommerce focused on improving efficiency through technologies such

Disposal of Empty Pesticide Containers: A Shared Industry Responsibility
Disposal of Empty Pesticide Containers: A Shared Industry Responsibility Forestry South Africa’s Timber Industry Pesticide Working Group In South Africa, pesticide stewardship does not end once the product has been applied. The responsible disposal of empty pesticide containers, used for both agriculture and forestry, forms a critical part of legal compliance, environmental protection, worker safety, and certification requirements. Despite clear legislation, established recycling collection systems, and readily available guidance, reports

Even High-Altitude Forests in Switzerland Are Now Weakened by Frequent Droughts, Making Natural Hazards More Dangerous
Even High-Altitude Forests in Switzerland Are Now Weakened by Frequent Droughts, Making Natural Hazards More Dangerous Due to global warming, Swiss forests are now at a tipping point where the tolerance and resilience of trees against summer droughts are being overwhelmed, scientists have shown. That bodes ill for people in the valleys, because forests form their first line of defense against avalanches, rockfalls, landslides, and floods.

Volvo Trucks Launches New 80-Tonne Electric Truck with Longer Range
Volvo Trucks Launches New 80-Tonne Electric Truck with Longer Range Volvo Trucks is once again raising the bar for electric truck transport. The company launches an electric truck with longer range that can handle a total weight of up to 80 tonnes – a new benchmark when it comes to heavy electric truck transport. Following the launch of its new generation of electric trucks earlier this year, Volvo Trucks is

Operation Vulindlela Raises Hope For Rail Reform
Operation Vulindlela Raises Hope For Rail Reform South Africa moves too much freight by road rather than rail. This is a financial burden for businesses with large volume haulage, such as timber. With fuel-price volatility continuing, businesses are watching the country’s embattled rail system and asking when it will improve. Progress has begun. Rail reform is a key element of the second phase of Operation Vulindlela (OV), a joint initiative




















































