The public sector was a significant source of contracts, conflicts, and developments for the language services industry in 2018. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading
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In November 2018, three EU tenders were issued relating to translation. Two tenders call for 225 contractors for translation into multiple languages and the third tender, worth EUR 225,000, requires translation support for an EU-funded contract in Azerbaijan. Continue reading
A group of MEPs cut off power to a Parliamentary meeting in Strasbourg on Tuesday July 3, 2018 in support of interpreters’ demands in relation to working conditions at the European Parliament. Continue reading
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The interpreter strikes planned in the wake of changes to working conditions at the European Parliament (EP) are being curtailed and interpreters called back to duty in a move that MEPs are deeming “unacceptable”. Continue reading
Will TransPerfect defend the number one position in 2018? And why are Anglo-American LSPs dominating the Slator LSPI? What will Brexit mean for English use in the EU? Any why buyers choose to bring more of the supply chain in-house. Continue reading
The European Parliament adopts Commission’s proposal to remove the requirement to provide certified translations of public documents when moving from one EU country to another. The Commission estimates the measure will save EUR 75–100m in annual translation spend. Continue reading
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