International

Friday, March 25th 2022 - 09:30 UTC
Force-majeure applies to pre-war Russian diesel shipments bound for Ecuador

Ecuador's oil ruling entity Petroecuador has granted force majeure exemptions to shipments of Russian diesel which were already underway when the invasion of Ukraine started and western powers replied by imposing sanctions on Vladimir Putin's government
Friday, March 25th 2022 - 09:29 UTC
Potash prices have more than trebled and keep climbing

Potash prices, a key element used as fertilizer have more than trebled compared to a year ago. The mineral which was trading at US$ 300 a ton in early 2021, has now skyrocketed to US$ 1,100 a ton, and with not many prospects of returning to normal levels given the ongoing month-long war in Ukraine following on the Russian invasion.
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 09:55 UTC
UN calls for early warning systems against extreme weather and climate change on World Meteorological Day

The UN set an ambitious five year deadline on Wednesday for countries to ensure that citizens worldwide are protected by early warning systems against extreme weather and climate change, the UN chief announced, marking World Meteorological Day.
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 09:30 UTC
Signy Research station 75th anniversary; RRS Sir David Attenborough visit

This week RRS Sir David Attenborough visited South Georgia arriving at the upgraded wharf for the first time at King Edward Point marking a new chapter for polar science
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 09:30 UTC
WHO Ukraine report: 28 days of war, 64 verified attacks on health care, and 18 million people affected

One month of war has had a devastating impact on Ukraine’s health system, severely restricted access to services, and triggered an urgent need to treat trauma injuries and chronic conditions. Destroyed health infrastructure and disrupted chains of medical supplies now pose a grave threat to millions of people.
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 09:30 UTC
Falklands' War Mapping Project expected to begin this month at Mount Tumbledown

Waterloo Uncovered, the groundbreaking charity that combines archaeology with veteran care and recovery, will be visiting the Falkland Islands this month to begin the first intensive archaeological survey of its battlefields.
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 09:15 UTC
Renault reopens plant in Moscow, after overcoming “electronic component shortages”

Carmaker Renault, partly owned by the French government, this week reopened its assembly plant in Russia, at a time when many international corporations are closing their businesses because of sanctions imposed on Moscow and public opinion pressure linked to the invasion of Ukraine.
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 09:15 UTC
South Georgia appoints new Director of Operations; Steve Winn has a long maritime experience

Following a highly competitive recruitment process, the Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, GSGSSI announced the appointment of Steve Winn as our new Director of Operations.
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 09:00 UTC
Trudeau to remain Canadian PM until 2025

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has brokered a deal with opposition leaders to stay in office until 2025, it was announced Tuesday in Ottawa.
Thursday, March 24th 2022 - 07:00 UTC
Platinum Jubilee Tour: Cambridges arrive in Jamaica

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Tuesday landed in Jamaica, the second stop of their Caribbean tour to mark the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, who celebrates her seven decades on the British throne.