China

Northwest Winemakers Hope To Whet-The-Whistle Of China's Emerging Middle Class

Anna King — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:20:34 +0000

Northwest winemakers are trying to whet-the-whistle of China's emerging middle class. Demand for wine is growing significantly there. And that’s drawn Chinese business delegations, restaurateurs and tourists to our region. There even may be a reality TV show that would feature Northwest wineries. Correspondent Anna King begins our story in Walla Walla, Washington.

Delta Airlines Wants to Expand Service to Asia

Ruby de Luna — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:16:46 +0000

Delta Airlines wants to expand service to Asia. By next summer it plans to offer non-stop flights from Seattle to Shanghai, China. The airline will also offer nonstop flights between Seattle and Tokyo. The additional international service will be expanded through its partnership with Alaska Airlines.

Delta CEO Richard Anderson announced the proposed routes Monday morning at SeaTac Airport.

Idaho's Rare Earth Minerals On The Radar

Bonnie Stewart — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:45:43 +0000

China’s stranglehold on the world’s rare earth mineral supply has re-ignited interest in Idaho. The state’s rare earth minerals run through environmentally sensitive lands. Bonnie Stewart has the story.

Report: Chinese Companies Consider Vestas Takeover

Courtney Flatt — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:20:09 +0000

A prominent wind energy company – with North American headquarters in the Pacific Northwest – may be acquired by a rival Chinese corporation. Correspondent Courtney Flatt has more.

A Danish newspaper is reporting that two Chinese companies are considering takeover bids for Vestas Wind Systems. The Danish firm’s North American headquarters are based in Portland.

Vestas has faced financial trouble over the past year. The company’s chairman and chief financial officer resigned in February.