Book: Conquerors: How Portugal Forged the First Global Empire Author: Roger Crowley Review by: Kirk Bowman, Jon R. Wilcox Chair in Soccer and Global Politics, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology One of the great curiosities of history is how Portugal, a peripheral, poverty-stricken country of less than a million inhabitants, was capable […]
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Novelis to Invest $175M in Brazil Aluminum Recycling and Production Plant
Novelis Inc. is set to invest $175 million to upgrade its already massive plant between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Brazil, where it collects and recycles scrap aluminum into ingots that are flattened into rolled products. The project at the remote Pindamonhangaba plant is to create more than 50 new jobs as the Atlanta-based […]
Brazil Seeking Georgia Products, from Peanut Butter to Industrial Machines
Brazil has been in the news of late more for political turmoil than economic dynamism, but the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s recent Trade newsletter shows that the country is still a major source of potential sales for firms in the state — at least in certain categories. The department’s “active trade leads” include a […]
German Chamber to Provide Key Investment Insight — on Brazil?
Atlanta companies looking to do business in Brazil can gain free insight from an experienced eye Oct. 30, though the lens might be decidedly German. The German-American Chamber of Commerce South in Atlanta is set to host an official from its counterpart organization in Sao Paulo, the German-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, to help companies […]
Experts: How to Ride Both Sides of Brazil’s ‘Roller Coaster’ Economy
With the tumult engulfing Brazil’s recent political landscape, it might seem that investing there these days is only for the intrepid businessperson. Indeed, fortune could favor the bold in this situation, especially as the Brazilian real’s depreciation versus the dollar makes cross-border acquisitions more affordable. But international business shouldn’t be undertaken as an “adventure” for its […]
Brazilian Chamber Names New Leadership
The Atlanta-based Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce Southeast has named a new chair and board of directors for 2018-19. Danila Rizo Palmieri, who has served the chamber as director of operations for the past four years, is the new chairperson. Ms. Palmieri is also CEO of Connect Solutions LLC, a consultancy focused on global business and […]
Latin-Focused Law Firm Adds to Argentina Expertise
The Atlanta-based law firm of Wasserman West has added to its Latin American expertise, recruiting an Argentine attorney with vast deal-making experience as the country’s economic prospects brighten. Maria Fernanda Farall joins the Latin America-focused firm from her previous position running the Atlanta office of a boutique firm based in Buenos Aires. Before that, she worked in Atlanta […]
Brazilian Aircraft Giant Embraer to Land in Macon, Employing 100 at Maintenance Hub
Editori’s note: Updated June 6 at 3:30 p.m. with comments from the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Development Authority and the Georgia Center of Innovation for Aerospace. Brazilian aircraft giant Embraer is setting up an operation to maintain and repair commercial jets in Macon, a move that will bring 100 jobs to the Middle Georgia city. The […]
Brazil ‘Rocks’ Another Big Trade Show in Atlanta
Coming off its successful presence at the poultry and processing expo in January, Brazil last week once again made a big bet on a major Atlanta trade show. This time, rather than chicken feed and animal proteins, the Brazilian Consulate General in Atlanta was helping firms showcase their stone products at the annual Coverings conference, the largest tile […]
Brazilian-Owned Pistol Factory to Set Up Shop in Bainbridge
Updated at 1 p.m. with comments from Gov. Nathan Deal. A Brazilian-owned manufacturer of pistols and revolvers is setting up a $22.5 million factory in Bainbridge that will eventually employ 300 people.
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