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HUNGEXPO: Modernisation work has started
On 30 September the revitalisation programme of Hungexpo ceremonially started. From HUF 55 billion exhibition halls A, B, D, G and F will be modernised by 2021, plus two new...
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SAP’s new head of communications
Zsuzsa Halpert takes over the external and internal communication tasks of SAP, as integrated communication and PR specialist – in Hungary and five more countries in the South East Europe...
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KitchenAid promotion in Spar stores
US kitchen appliances brand KitchenAid’s products are available to SPAR customers between 10 October 2019 and 29 January 2020. Shoppers get a loyalty point for every HUF 1,000 spent and...
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Coca-Cola for a cleaner Tisza
On 27 September 100 Coca-Cola Hungary workers collected more than 1.8 tons of waste from the river Tisza, as part of the PET Cup initiative. The 170 bags of rubbish...
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Carlsberg makes paper beer bottle
Danish beer company Carlsberg has unveiled the first paper beer bottle in the world. The bottle is made of sustainable and recyclable wood fibres. The bottle forms part of Carlsberg’s...
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Quality hops were grown in Kastélyosdombó
Hops growers will be able to apply for a support of 6 millionHUF per hectares from mid-October. Healthy, high-quality hops were grown in Kastélyosdombó, where, at the initiative of HEINEKEN...
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A 3D printer supports trainings by in nearly fifty vocational training centers
Thanks to a tender project, containing both domestic and EU subsidies of 44 vocational training centers under the supervision of the Ministry of Innovation and Technology, which is based on...
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More than 1200 applications have been submitted to MVM’s smart furniture competition
MVM’s tender for smart furniture was surrounded by great interest. The four smart furniture was awarded by a professional jury to an elementary school, a high school, a multifunctional educational...
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Great interest in Hungarian Product prize games
Thanks to the great interest from product manufacturers, Hungarian Product Nonprofit Kft. organises not one but two nationwide, collective prize games this year. In the autumn 15 trademark user companies are taking...
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SPAR’s program helps parents to prepare a snack
The national campaign, with the help of several professional partner organizations, aims to promote health conscious eating among the youngest. From October, SPAR will launch a one and a half...
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How to reduce the amount of plastic waste
The average European citizen produces 4.8 tonnes of waste a year, most of which is plastic packaging. As a result, the European Union wants to recycle 65 percent of all...
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We can save the world with soap! Start with small steps!
What can we do if we want to integrate sustainability into everyday practice? In the fall, dm launches an educational program and community challenge to raise awareness of the small...
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The GVH has approved the merger of eMAG and Extreme Digital
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) has determined that the acquisition of control by Dante International Kft. (eMAG.hu) over Extreme Digital Zrt. (Edigital.hu) does not significantly reduce competition in the market...
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Apple and Google remain the world’s most valuable brands
For the seventh consecutive year, Apple and Google have become the world’s most valuable brands in the global ranking of the US Interbrand consulting firm. In the “Best Global Brands”...
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SPAR is installing self-service cash registers in another 14 stores
In September 2017, the retail chain launched the self-service instant cashier shopping option at the Érd hypermarket store. With this year’s new installs, the service will be available in 92...
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Scitec is heading towards Asian markets
Scitec a manufacturer and distributor of sports nutrition supplements, now focuses on commercial channels and online marketplaces. European markets are important for Scitec, which delivers to more than ninety countries....
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Several companies join this year’s World Food Day convoy
With a food donation convoy rolling through the historic streets of Budapest today, FAO and the Hungarian Food Bank Association aim to raise awareness on the problems of food waste...
Read moreSmart glasses may come
Disposable plastic cups will be banned in the European Union from 2021. A Hungarian startup, Clevercup, would replace disposable plastic cups in coffee shops with smart glasses made of Clevercup...
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Eco-friendly linen bags for the benefit of the Hungarian Maltese Charity Service
SPAR has been working with the Hungarian Maltese Charity Service for more than 20 years in social programs. As part of their latest joint initiative, the charity’s Tiszabura sewing company...
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Pa-Comp Kft. expanded its production plant in Újfehértó
In the next period, the government will spend more than 100 billion HUF on supporting the development of packaging, stockpiling and market entry of Hungarian food companies – the Minister...
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Recycled and recyclable paper packaging is a new development by Lucart
The two Lucart product lines produced in Nyergesújfalu, Hungary, are given new packaging made from recycled and recyclable paper and also use biodegradable printing ink that is compostable for printing....
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Lavazza: over 120 years of passion for coffee and a renewed focus on premiumness in the Hungarian market
The Italian coffee roaster has a rich story to share and taste, like a good cup of coffee, and a renewed approach to the local market thanks to its new...
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The 35th INTERSPAR hypermarket will be built in Kaposvár
SPAR spends around 5 billion forints to build its latest INTERSPAR hypermarket in Kaposvár. The modern, environmentally conscious INTERSPAR hypermarket, meeting the highest customer expectations is expected to be available...
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Rossmann launches a VIP program
The Rossmann+ loyalty program will be renewed so you can shop at even greater discounts now. Purchases required for Bronze, Silver and Gold membership begins on 1 October, 2019, and...
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SPAR helps you equip your kitchen with top-quality tools
KitchenAid’s unique kitchen appliances and electric appliances will be the perfect companion for beginner and expert chefs as well. Versatile equipment and top-of-the-line devices will be available to customers at...
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The school greening program of P&G and Penny has started
Following last year’s successful school greening program, P&G has teamed up with the Penny Market chain this year to give 4 schools in Hungary the opportunity to become greener. The...
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SPAR is building a new supermarket in Törökbálint
In October this year, SPAR will begin the construction of a modern store that meets all customer expectations in Pest County. The SPAR supermarket, which will be built as part...
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Exciting l’Atelier novelties for the holidays
Nestlé expands its offerings from October with Ruby Chocolate enriched with raspberry slices, and an exclusive praline selection. New versions of l’Atelier will be available in Hungary from October. The...
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A new dairy plant was handed over
The food industry is one of the driving forces of the Hungarian economy, with 4,500 businesses providing jobs and livelihoods to 86,000 people, the parliamentary Minister of State of the...
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