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Beyond the bottom line

Author: April Lara

The global economy thrives on the intricate dance of procurement, a sector quietly but profoundly shaping our future.

Port of Vancouver launches $2.2B terminal expansion to boost trade independence from U.S.

Author: Transport Topics

The Port of Vancouver has launched a C$3 billion (US$2.2 billion) tender process for the construction of a major new container terminal — part of Canada’s push to diversify trade and reduce reliance on the U.S. economy.

AI startup Parspec lands $20M to transform construction procurement with spec-matching tech

Author: Crunchbase

San Mateo-based startup Parspec has raised $20 million in Series A funding to scale its AI-powered platform that automates product selection and procurement for the construction industry.

Procurement tech market set to triple by 2034 as AI and PaaS reshape enterprise spend

Author: Yahoo Finance

The global Procurement Technologies and Services market is projected to surge from $7.93 billion in 2025 to $21.23 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 11.5%, according to a new forecast.

BHP partners with CATL and BYD to electrify mining and cut emissions

Author: Reuters

BHP has signed early-stage deals with Chinese battery leaders CATL and BYD to explore electrification across its mining and transport operations globally.

Government Supply Expo 2025 opens door to €21 billion public procurement market

Author: GOV.IE

The public sector buys everything from construction to consultancy and on 11 November, your business can meet the people behind those decisions.

Go-2-Tender ramps up to help SMEs unlock €21 billion in public contracts

Author: Inter Trade Ireland

With public procurement on the island of Ireland now valued at €21 billion, InterTradeIreland has relaunched its Go-2-Tender programme to help SMEs gain a competitive edge and secure consistent public sector work—both locally and cross-border.

Procurement pulse

Author: April Lara

Procurement never sits still. This week alone shows how political tensions, sporting ambitions, retail commitments and digital setbacks converge on one stage.

Dublin gears up for 300 new bike lockers

Author: Irish Cycle

Dublin City Council has advanced plans to roll out 300 secure bicycle lockers across the city, awarding the tender for its Bike Bunkers project.

Ireland accelerates €35m cricket stadium build ahead of World Cup

Author: Breaking News IE

Ireland has launched a €35 million tender for a national cricket stadium in Dublin, aiming to be match-ready for its 2030 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup co-hosting duties.

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