AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSteel and Trade: The EU is preparing new steel-import protections to shield European producers, as manufacturers face pressure from energy costs and falling eurozone factory output. Ports and Logistics: Antwerp-Bruges saw container volumes rebound, but fewer loaded boxes temper the gain. Stegra has chosen Antwerp as one of its international hubs, while Belgian AvH increased its stake in Van Moer Logistics. Retail: Carrefour is buying Codifrance from Colruyt Group for €152 million to expand its French convenience business. Industry and Jobs: Antwerp-based Covestro plans to consolidate polycarbonate production, putting up to 260 jobs at risk. Belgian sprayer maker Delvano, bankrupt after 60 years, is auctioning more than 700 lots. Business Confidence: Belgian consumer confidence has fallen to an 18-month low, a warning sign for domestic demand. Manufacturing: Additive-manufacturing specialist Melotte says new software cut weekly quality-data handling from three hours to 20 minutes.
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