FreshRealm, a US-based company that produces and delivers ready-made meals, has announced that it has acquired the US operational assets and supply chain infrastructure of Marley Spoon, a global meal kit provider. The deal, which was valued at $24 million, will enable FreshRealm to expand its product portfolio and customer...
Halifax to host Canada’s first Blue Economy Summit
The blue economy refers to the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, social development, and environmental protection. The blue economy covers a wide range of sectors and activities, such as fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, shipping, renewable energy, biotechnology, and coastal management. The blue economy is vital for Canada, as...
UK-Canada trade talks hit a snag over cheese and beef
The UK and Canada have paused their negotiations on a post-Brexit trade deal, after failing to reach an agreement on key issues such as cheese and beef access. The talks, which started in March 2022, were expected to resume in February 2024, but the UK government announced on Thursday that...