Atlanta’s new British consul general started on the job June 5, fresh off four years as deputy head of mission and economic counselor at the British embassy in Athens, Greece. […]
Author Archives: Trevor Williams
As managing editor of Global Atlanta, Trevor has spent 15+ years reporting on Atlanta’s ties with the world.
An avid traveler, he has undertaken trips to 30+ countries to uncover stories on the perils and promise of globalization.
A lifelong Bulldog, Trevor earned degrees from the University of Georgia in Magazine Journalism and Religion, with a minor in Chinese.
He is the father of three sons and editor of the book "Making Men: Five Steps to Growing Up."
Posted inBusiness
Georgia-Pacific to Sell Off European Nonwovens Business for $185 Million
Georgia-Pacific this week announced that it would sell its European nonwovens business to Pennsylvania-based Glatfelter for $185 million, pending regulatory approval. The deal for Georgia-Pacific Steinfurt GmbH would include the […]
Posted inBusiness, Technology
Atlanta’s QASymphony Bought by Austrian Firm
QASymphony, a fast-growing Atlanta tech company that helps enterprises more quickly test and develop software, has been purchased by a firm with headquarters in Austria. Tricentis has a dual base in Vienna and […]
Posted inBusiness
Interface Announces Plans to Buy German Flooring Firm for $420 Million
Interface, an Atlanta-based flooring firm focused on carpet tiles, plans to buy a German leader in rubber floor coatings for $420 million. Interface officials say the plan will result in a stronger, more growth-oriented […]
Posted inBusiness, Education
UPS CEO and Georgia State President: The Future Is Looking More Chinese
When David Abney was in high school, he took two years of Latin. Now, the United Parcel Service Inc. CEO and chairman is advising all six of his grandchildren to […]
Posted inEconomic Development, Manufacturing
Swiss Manufacturer Opens Doors in Gwinnett
A Swiss manufacturer that had announced it would set up shop close to its sister German firm in Gwinnett County held its official grand opening Thursday. Gezolan LP, which makes […]
Posted inBusiness
Virgin to Up Atlanta-Manchester Flight Capacity by 60 Percent
Virgin Atlantic, which took over Atlanta flights to the northwestern English city of Manchester from its joint-venture partner Delta Air Lines three years ago, is expanding the route’s capacity by […]
Posted inBusiness, Economic Development
International Visitors Grow 5 Percent, Present Key Growth Area for Atlanta Tourism
A combination of new international flights, major conventions with global clientele and a burgeoning film sector has driven up international visitor arrivals in Atlanta by 5 percent to 1.25 million […]
Posted inAgriculture, Economic Development, Trade
Georgia’s Peru Trade Ties Starting to Bear More Fruit — Literally
The stars have aligned for Georgia’s relationship with Peru. Or perhaps a more fitting analogy — seeds sown with the South American country over time have now begun to bear fruit. […]
Posted inLatvia
Fast-Growing Latvian Manufacturer Hosts Job Fair in Middle Georgia
A Latvian manufacturer that is rapidly becoming one of the largest employers in middle Georgia hosted a job fair June 15 to fill some of those new positions. Valmiera Glass, which […]