WESTERN EUROPE

Based in the mountainous region of Spain’s Basque country from which it takes its name, Papel Aralar has been making paper since 1936. The company supplies the rapidly growing global market for industrial paper and in recent years has been focusing heavily on eco-friendly products and processes as the clamour to eliminate planet-damaging plastics grows. From its Hong Kong office, the company is turning its attention to the GBA and its opportunities. More

On 6 October 2020, the European Commission adopted its 2020 Enlargement Package. This Enlargement Package assesses the implementation of fundamental reforms in those countries wishing to join the EU and sets out recommendations on the next steps for those countries. The Package also includes country-specific reports on the progress of those countries, which are Turkey and six Western Balkan countries. More

From its humble beginnings in post-World-War-Two Europe, Club Méditerranée (Club Med) has evolved into a global holiday giant. Its recent acquisition by the Hong Kong-listed Fosun Group has presented the French company – which has an extensive worldwide presence – the opportunity to further expand across China and the wider Asia-Pacific region. Key to that success will be a strategy for the Greater Bay Area. More

Scottish whisky maker William Grant & Sons has been operating in Hong Kong for more than two decades. It has over 130 years of experience distilling single malts, like the world famous Glenfiddich. In recent years the company has expanded its drinks portfolio into new signature tipples such as gin, to capitalise on the booming demand for cocktails. Now, the company is looking to capitalise on the city’s growing integration with the Greater Bay Area. More