Biotechnology – Investing in the Future
Biotechnology: Innovation, Solution and Political Hurdles
T&F Slack - Understanding the logic of fashion cycles
Rising Star
Brijuni - The Hidden Gem of Croatia
Vitoria-Gasteiz, European Green Capital 2012
Kazakhstan - The Sky's the limit
Biotechnology – Investing in the Future There are many pre-conceptions about biotechnology and its uses, and everything you think you know could be wrong. The OECD defines biotechnology as "the application of scientific and engineering principles to the processing of materials by biological agents".  Essentially, it is the use of living organisms to make useful products. Biotechnology has been used for thousands of years for many intriguing and practical purposes such as making bread and cheese, preserving dairy products and fermenting beer. Read the Full Story
Biotechnology: Innovation, Solution and Political Hurdles From new drugs that address our medical needs to industrial processes that use renewable feedstock instead of crude oil, and crops that are able to grow in harsh climatic conditions and ensure safe and affordable food, biotech can and will increasingly pay economic, social and environmental dividends. Read the Full Story
T&F Slack - Understanding the logic of fashion cycles London was once the ground zero of bespoke craftsmanship – NEE reports on how Tim Slack is on a mission to re-instate the capital’s lost traditional skills. Read the Full Story
Rising Star As tourists increasingly turn on to Croatia’s hitherto hidden charms the national carrier, Croatia Air, is fast becoming one of the rising stars of the European airline industry. Read the Full Story
Brijuni - The Hidden Gem of Croatia The archipelago of Brijuni is an extraordinary blend of natural, historical and cultural heritage. The mild climate and favourable geographical location, deep retracted bays and easily defendable elevated fortifications, have ensured the development of communities through successive generations on the island since pre - history until the present day. Read the Full Story
Vitoria-Gasteiz, European Green Capital 2012 Peaceful and accessible, dynamic, vibrant and modern – that is Vitoria-Gasteiz, the capital of the Basque Country, in northern Spain. This is one of the cities in Europe with the largest surface area of green spaces per inhabitant, with 45 square metres per person, in addition to over 10 million square metres of parks and green spaces which entice one to take a stroll, go on a bike ride or watch birds and deer. Read the Full Story
Kazakhstan - The Sky's the limit Kazakhstan is a land of near-mythical promise, brimming with its own vast mineral resources and blessed with natural bounty. The nation’s economy is already the largest in Central Asia, but as Kazakhstan develops, there are still plenty of diverse investment opportunities for the savvy entrepreneur. Read the Full Story
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TIME TO SHINE

Written by Michael Ansner

Welcome to the spring 2013 edition of New European Economy. With rapid urbanisation and an ever increasing focus on sustainability, this issue examines how some of the world’s smartest cities are encouraging healthy economic activities that reduce the burden on the environment while improving the quality of life. We also outline how biotechnology is expected to continue to play a key role in sustainable development and discuss the benefits that it will bring in the future as well as the risk and rewards of investing in biotech start-ups and funds.

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VALLADOLID, SMART CITY WITH FUTURE TO INVEST

Valladolid is a smart city fully prepared to be dynamic and competitive. The philosophy "smart city" allows cities to face challenges with expectations for improvement. This involves synergy...

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Lebanon - Bursting With Energy

Lebanon, a country that geographically unites Europe, Asia and Africa, is a lively, international business hub with a globally renowned reputation. As one of the most stable Arab countries, with an unwavering...

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Power of the Wind

Emden has been at the forefront of renewable energy for many years we talk with the Mayor of Emden Mr. Bernd Bornemann on what its future may hold. Mr. Bornemann, why would a company from the wind energy...

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Nantes - European Green Capital 2013

Following in the footsteps of Stockholm (Sweden), Hamburg (Germany) and Vitoria-Gasteiz (Spain), Nantes is Green Capital of the European Union for 2013, preceding Copenhagen in 2014. This award recognises...

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Are You Being Served?

A new trend for sophisticated, luxurious homely comfort is developing in the world of high-end accommodation. More and more executives are now opting for the home-from-home experience offered by serviced...

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The World’s Smartest Cities

Since the first accumulation of hunter-gatherers into villages many thousand years ago, urbanisation has been ongoing and regular. About half of the world's population now live in urban areas, and it is...

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