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Vale SA and Samarco’s Dutch Subsidiary Named in £3 Billion Dutch Lawsuit Led by Pogust Goodhead for Mariana Dam Failure: Firms Freeze shares in Vale’s Dutch Subsidiary

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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The case was launched in the Netherlands against Vale SA and Samarco Iron Ore Europe BV, Samarco’s Dutch subsidiary, after lawyers attached the shares that Vale holds in Vale Holdings BV, its Dutch subsidiary.

Key Points: 
  • The case was launched in the Netherlands against Vale SA and Samarco Iron Ore Europe BV, Samarco’s Dutch subsidiary, after lawyers attached the shares that Vale holds in Vale Holdings BV, its Dutch subsidiary.
  • The Mariana dam was operated by Samarco, which is a joint venture between mining giants Vale of Brazil and the Anglo-Australian BHP.
  • We are glad to be instructed to hold Vale and Samarco’s subsidiary to account for their role in the disaster.
  • BHP has recently launched a contribution claim against Vale in those proceedings, seeking contribution from Vale in the event that BHP is held liable.

Moody's improves FS' ESG rating score

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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SÃO PAULO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FS, the first ethanol producer to exclusively use corn as a raw material in Brazil, has its ESG rating score raised from 58 to 62 in Moody's sustainability rating .

Key Points: 
  • SO PAULO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --FS, the first ethanol producer to exclusively use corn as a raw material in Brazil, has its ESG rating score raised from 58 to 62 in Moody's sustainability rating .
  • According to Moody's rating, FS has improved governance policies compared to recent years and now discloses its GHG emissions linked to energy consumption while showing a positive trend (-11%).
  • Daniel Lopes, Vice President of New Business and Sustainability at FS, says "We are proud to continue evolving in our ESG standards.
  • This international recognition means a lot to us, as we are now in the top 3% tier of Moody's ESG rating", he says.

Moody's improves FS' ESG rating score

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Monday, May 23, 2022
Sustainable Development Goals, Moody's Investors Service, Paris, First Nations in Ontario, Lobbying, Virgin Green Fund, Environment, Electricity, Mato Grosso, Paris Agreement, Corn oil, UN, Sustainability, State, GHG, Stichting, Ethanol, United Nations, BRL, Industry, Carbon, Partnership, Carbon footprint, Economic development, FS, DDG, Water, BECCS, Classification, ESG, Renewable energy, Agriculture

SÃO PAULO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FS, the first ethanol producer to exclusively use corn as a raw material in Brazil, has its ESG rating score raised from 58 to 62 in Moody's sustainability rating.

Key Points: 
  • SO PAULO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --FS, the first ethanol producer to exclusively use corn as a raw material in Brazil, has its ESG rating score raised from 58 to 62 in Moody's sustainability rating.
  • According to Moody's rating, FS has improved governance policies compared to recent years and now discloses its GHG emissions linked to energy consumption while showing a positive trend (-11%).
  • Daniel Lopes, Vice President of New Business and Sustainability at FS, says "We are proud to continue evolving in our ESG standards.
  • This international recognition means a lot to us, as we are now in the top 3% tier of Moody's ESG rating", he says.

First commercial hydrogen-electric flight between London and Rotterdam The Hague Airport expected in 2024

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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KEMBLE, United Kingdom and ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Oct. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The aviation sector is planning zero emission commercial passenger flights between Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA) and London with a 19-seater aircraft in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • ZeroAvia, Royal Schiphol Group, Rotterdam The Hague Innovation Airport Foundation and the airport itself have announced a partnership to realize this ambition today.
  • Royal Schiphol Group is the owner and operator of Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Lelystad Airport, and holds a majority share in Eindhoven Airport.
  • Founded in 1920 and relocated in 1956, Rotterdam the Hague Airport has become a regional airport with national significance.
  • RHIA is an independent non-profit organization founded by Rotterdam the Hague Airport and municipality of Rotterdam in 2019.

First commercial hydrogen-electric flight between London and Rotterdam The Hague Airport expected in 2024

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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KEMBLE, United Kingdom and ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Oct. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The aviation sector is planning zero emission commercial passenger flights between Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA) and London with a 19-seater aircraft in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • ZeroAvia, Royal Schiphol Group, Rotterdam The Hague Innovation Airport Foundation and the airport itself have announced a partnership to realize this ambition today.
  • Royal Schiphol Group is the owner and operator of Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Lelystad Airport, and holds a majority share in Eindhoven Airport.
  • Founded in 1920 and relocated in 1956, Rotterdam the Hague Airport has become a regional airport with national significance.
  • RHIA is an independent non-profit organization founded by Rotterdam the Hague Airport and municipality of Rotterdam in 2019.