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Satisfaction with US airport security ‘improving’

US travellers are growing “accustomed” to the variety of security measures implemented by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at domestic airports, according to new research.

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US HR managers warned to prepare for Department of Labor raids

US Department of Labor (DOL) investigators are increasing arriving unannounced at worksites across the country to conduct immediate wage and hour investigations, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has warned.

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Washington switches on incentives for energy-efficient manufacturers

The US Energy Department has unveiled an investment programme designed to support the domestic manufacturing sector.

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Travel buyers urged to demand review of Air Passenger Duty

British Airways’ commercial director Drew Crawley encouraged purchasers and their companies to join forces to lobby against increases to the charge.

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Global Business Travel Association launches in Africa

The membership organisation aims to help buyers in Africa, where travel management activity is increasing.

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Dubai government upgrades purchasing portal

New and improved system expected to lessen administrative burden and enable buyers to spend more time on higher value activities such as supplier evaluation.

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Dell targets supply chain in $2bn cost-cutting drive

Computer giant Dell Inc has announced plans to cut more than $2bn in costs over the next three years, some of which will come from its supply chain as it moves into other technology areas.

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Internet advertising spend hits record of $8.4bn in Q1 2012

Global internet advertising spend for the first quarter of 2012 set a new record for the reporting period at $8.4bn, according to a recent report.

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US importers keep inventory ‘lean’ in April

US containerised imports dropped 2% in April year over year to 1,372,851 twenty-foot-equivalent units, according to new research.

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Chinese dairy culls smaller farms

A leading Chinese dairy company has announced plans to source all of its fresh milk from large-scale farms, phasing out the smaller farmers who currently provide around 20% of its needs.

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