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Alkagesta Awarded EcoVadis Committed Badge for Sustainability Performance

The Malta-based commodity trading house has earned EcoVadis' Committed Badge, the rating platform's recognition of responsible and sustainable business practice.

28 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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How a Network of "Antikor" Sites Disseminates Defamatory News

A cluster of offshore-registered domains republishes identical defamatory stories across dozens of near-identical outlets, using duplication, rapid replacement and TLD proliferation to survive takedowns.

21 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Alkagesta files defamation case in Malta against the Maltese Herald

The Malta-based commodity trading group has asked the Court of Magistrates to rule on what it calls a year of false and damaging reporting, saying it still prefers an apology and a retraction to a courtroom.

18 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Alkagesta Adds EU ETS Allowances to Its Carbon Trading Desk

The Malta-based commodity trader has extended its carbon offering to EU Emissions Trading System allowances, bringing allowances, CORSIA-eligible SAF, biofuels and physical fuel supply under a single desk.

16 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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New ESG Guidance Aims to Boost Maritime Commercial Advantage

Lloyd's Register has issued new guidance to help maritime organizations integrate environmental, social, and governance factors into their business strategies, fleet investments, and operational performance.

2 Sept 2026 · 2 min read