Are cruise operators paying attention to food trends?
How low can you go? Ultra-light beer redefines the light concept
Light beer is getting lighter. Though sales of top-selling light beer brands like Bud Light, Coors Light, and Miller Light have been eroding for nearly a decade in the US, the success of AB InBev’s Michelob Ultra product has given the industry hope. Tom Vierhile examines the new wave of innovators seeking to establish a new ultra-light premium beer niche.
Should airports have their own microgrids?
After Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport experienced a major power supply disruption, the Rocky Mountain Institute was awarded a $450,000 research grant to develop a microgrid implementation toolkit to help airports avoid disaster. Elliot Gardner finds out more from RMI’s director of sustainable aviation Adam Klauber.
Lost in transmission: why upgrading the UK’s network should be top of the agenda
While the UK Government churns out strategies to meet its ambitions of leading the world on decarbonisation, it is failing to tackle a fundamental issue in the country’s energy network. Dominic Quennell, managing director of Enertechnos Energy, explains why energy losses shouldn’t be ignored.
A storm is brewing for India’s domestic shipping industry
India’s domestic shipping industry is considering its options after the central government relaxed cabotage rules. It now looks set to do away with a ‘right of first refusal’ that gives Indian shippers a chance to match the lowest rate offered by foreign ships. But what are the potential implications of this, Joe Baker asks?
Urgent concern: how mining damages wildlife on land and at sea
The work of mining companies can have a significant – and often destructive – impact on local wildlife. Guidelines and legislation operating above the level of national governments could help to guide mining towards a less destructive future, but questions remain, as JP Casey finds out.
Selling cells: the economics of CAR-T therapy
As a new class of CAR-T cell therapies moves through clinical trials and the first of these innovative treatments enters the market, the therapy is causing almost as much consternation as excitement in the healthcare sphere. While CAR-T looks set to transform the treatment of cancer, what does the future hold for one of the industry’s most advanced – and expensive – treatments? Sally Turner finds out.
Free market or state: who should choose which energies we use?
Governments often provide financial support to get renewable energy projects off the ground, effectively choosing which technologies survive. But is this sustainable or should energy concepts be left to survive on the free market?
Top FMCG tends to watch in 2018
It is shaping up as a year of contradictions in fast-moving consumer goods. GlobalData analyst Tom Vierhile explores the major trends expected to influence packaged goods over the coming months.
Getting New York’s Subway back on track
For years, the New York city Subway has been in a state of crisis as ageing infrastructure, lack of investment and poorly-timed repairs have led to excruciating delays. Eva Grey finds out how an ambitious fast-track plan by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority aims to fix the problems.
Could a vaccine be the solution to America’s opioid addiction problem?
A team of scientists in Minnesota are working on a vaccine against opioid abuse, which stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies that prevent heroin and fentanyl from reaching the brain. Abi Millar takes a look at the research and asks whether this means new hope for a drug-based solution to the US’s opioid addiction epidemic.
Royal cruising: a look inside the Symphony of the Seas
Royal Caribbean’s newest cruise ship, the Symphony of the Seas, is the largest in the world. In addition to featuring the usual amenities the liner is designed to take a data-focused approach to the passenger experience – Frances Marcellin went on board to find out what that means for the latest issue of Future Cruise.
Packaging opportunities in the global make-up sector
The make-up sector is a saturated and highly competitive market, which means that brands continuously need to find new and engaging ways to appeal to consumers. Drawing from research by GlobalData, Eloise McLennan examines how brands are using packaging to enhance the appeal of products and target consumer trends
Are sodium batteries worth their salt?
Lithium-ion batteries are synonymous with the green energy revolution, but as lithium supplies come into question, the search for alternatives is increasing. So, what’s new in green battery technologies?
How artificial intelligence could help prevent lost baggage in airports
With the number of air travellers set to double over the next 20 years, intelligent baggage tracking will be more essential than ever. Frances Marcellin finds out how airports and airlines could harness the potential of artificial intelligence to manage baggage tracking and reduce the volume of lost baggage.
Drought and hydropower – “It’s complicated”
Hydropower is one of the most stable renewable energy sources, but with climate change kicking in and more regions hotting up, is hydro the Achilles’ heel of drought-prone countries?
Timeline: 165 years of history on India’s railways
in April, Indian Railways celebrated 165 years since its first passenger trains went into service in the country. Joe Baker takes a look at the long and complex history of one of the world’s largest rail employers in the latest issue of Future Rail.