M21GLOBAL BLOG

Our Blog

Articles, news and insights on professional translation, localisation and multilingual communication.

Translation Checklist for Portuguese Companies Expanding to BrazilMarket Entry
May 29, 2026

Translation Checklist for Portuguese Companies Expanding to Brazil

Translation checklist for Portuguese companies expanding to Brazil: legal documents, localisation, and how to structure the process by document criticality.

Read article
Managing Confidentiality in Clinical Document TranslationMedical Translation
May 28, 2026

Managing Confidentiality in Clinical Document Translation

How to manage confidentiality in clinical document translation: GDPR, DPAs, NDAs, and the operational controls organisations should require from providers.

Read article
Translation Requirements for Opening a Business Bank Account AbroadFinancial Translation
May 27, 2026

Translation Requirements for Opening a Business Bank Account Abroad

Translation and certification requirements for opening a business bank account abroad. Market-by-market breakdown, common mistakes, and what to prepare.

Read article
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC: Translation RequirementsTechnical Translation
May 26, 2026

Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC: Translation Requirements

Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC translation requirements explained: which documents to translate, language obligations, quality standards and CE compliance.

Read article
Document Guide for Entering the Angolan MarketMarket Entry
May 25, 2026

Document Guide for Entering the Angolan Market

Practical guide to the documentation needed to enter the Angolan market: registrations, certified translations, and legal requirements by sector.

Read article
How to Prepare Technical Documentation for TranslationTechnical Translation
May 25, 2026

How to Prepare Technical Documentation for Translation

Best practices for preparing technical documentation before translation: glossaries, file formats, version control, and context. A practical guide for engineers.

Read article
Translation Requirements for Academic Recognition in PortugalLegal and Business Translation
May 25, 2026

Translation Requirements for Academic Recognition in Portugal

Learn the translation requirements for academic recognition in Portugal: document types, apostille, sworn translation, and what different authorities accept.

Read article
Tone and Register Adaptation for the Brazilian MarketLocalisation
May 23, 2026

Tone and Register Adaptation for the Brazilian Market

Practical guide to tone and register adaptation for the Brazilian market: key linguistic differences, common mistakes, and how to structure a localisation project.

Read article
Certified vs. General Financial Translation: Key DifferencesFinancial Translation
May 21, 2026

Certified vs. General Financial Translation: Key Differences

Understand when financial translation requires formal certification and when general translation is sufficient. A practical guide for companies and professionals.

Read article
Medical Device Export to Angola and Mozambique: Translation RequirementsMedical Translation
May 21, 2026

Medical Device Export to Angola and Mozambique: Translation Requirements

Translation requirements for registering medical devices in Angola and Mozambique: mandatory documents, certification levels, and practical guidance for exporters.

Read article
Technical Terminology Guide for Industrial Document TranslationTechnical Translation
May 19, 2026

Technical Terminology Guide for Industrial Document Translation

How to manage technical terminology in industrial document translation: glossaries, ISO standards, common errors, and how to assess a translation provider.

Read article
Certified, Sworn and Apostilled Translation: A Practical GuideLegal and Business Translation
May 18, 2026

Certified, Sworn and Apostilled Translation: A Practical Guide

Certified, sworn and apostilled translation explained: key differences, when each is required, and how to avoid costly mistakes. Practical guide for legal documents.

Read article

Need Professional Translation?

Request a free, no-obligation quote for your translation project.

Request Quote