Focus on Industry
How Washington’s tag on China’s CATL could affect Tesla
US listing of CATL, linked to China's military, puts Musk in a tough spot balancing administration ties and Chinese partnerships.
Total Energy Services plans $61.9 million in capital spending for 2025
Total Energy to spend $61.9M in 2025 on Canadian rig upgrades, gas compression, and carry forward $16.6M from 2024.
US self-driving car companies seek boost under Trump
Autonomous vehicle firms urge U.S. to lead on AV adoption, citing regulatory delays and competition from China.
Trump weighing executive order protecting gas stoves, sources say
Trump mulls executive order to shield gas appliances from regulations, amid debates on climate and health impacts.
Europe’s power price divide hits southeastern economies
Greek businesses and households face soaring energy costs, as uneven investment deepens Southeast Europe's energy crisis.
China exports push Nippon Steel to seek growth in US, India after blocked deal
Nippon Steel eyes U.S. and India for growth, countering China’s exports amid declining domestic demand and blocked U.S. bid.
Pace of German emissions cuts slows in 2024: study
Germany’s 2024 emissions fell three per cent, a slower drop than 2023, hindered by stalled green investments in industry and households.
Nova Scotia paper mill to be powered by wind farm with financing from federal agency
Cape Breton paper mill secures $224M federal loan for Goose Harbour wind farm, meeting 60 per cent of its power needs by 2026.
Deere boosts bet on autonomous tractors with new machines
Deere unveils autonomous tractors and industrial equipment at CES 2025, addressing labor shortages with advanced AI tech.
U.S. Steel, Nippon sue Biden administration over decision to block merger
Nippon Steel sues Biden, alleging constitutional violations in $14.9B U.S. Steel deal block over national security claims.
