(IN BRIEF) AF Energi og Miljø AS has finalized the acquisition of 70% of the shares in ETA Norge AS, a proficient bioenergy contractor. ETA Norge, established in 2023, specializes in delivering heating systems and providing project planning, installation, and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Accenture has reinforced its commitment to responsible AI by appointing Arnab Chakraborty as its first Chief Responsible AI Officer. With over two decades of experience and a significant role in shaping AI governance, Chakraborty’s appointment signifies Accenture’s strategic … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Industrial, Ireland, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Accenture, AI, appointment, Arnab Chakraborty, Chief Officer, Julie Sweet, leadership
(IN BRIEF) Philips’ latest campaign, “Close to the Heart,” intertwines the narratives of interventional cardiologists and mountain climbers, epitomized by the inspiring journey of Dr. Qaisra Yasmin Saeed M.D. This campaign showcases the parallel challenges of both professions and highlights … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications NV reported a strong performance in Q1 2024, with consolidated revenues and other income rising by 12% year-on-year to EUR 446.7 million. The adjusted EBITDA (excluding IFRS 16 impacts) increased by 23.4% to EUR 139.9 million. … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Business, Financial, Investment, Management, News, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged conference call, Dan Ionita, Digi Communications NV, Digi Q1 2024, Digi Q1 2024 Financial Results, EBITDA, financial results, fixed internet, FTTH network, GROWTH, liquidity, Mobile users, network expansion, Pay-TV, Q1 2024 Financial Results, RGUs, Serghei Bulgac, Sota Investments Spain OpCo
(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications has announced the finalization of two export credit facilities agreements totaling EUR 117,158,657.37 by RCS & RDS S.A. (its subsidiary in Romania) and Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U. The agreements aim to finance the purchase of goods … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Belgium, Business, Financial, Investment, Management, News, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged Banco Santander S.A., Citibank Europe Plc., Digi Communications, Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U., export credit facilities agreements, financing, loan, RCS & RDS S.A., telecommunication services, telecommunications networks, working capital
(IN BRIEF) Equinor and Petoro have finalized a value-neutral asset swap agreement in the Haltenbanken area, aimed at optimizing ownership in key production hubs. Equinor will increase its stake in the Heidrun field and Noatun discovery while reducing ownership in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Norway
Tagged Equinor, Haltenbanken area, Kjetil Hove, partnership, Petoro, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Dr. Tanja zu Waldeck, CEO of BurdaForward, is set to leave the company at the end of July to join TX Group as Group COO. Her departure marks a management change at BurdaForward, with Dr. Lydia Rullkötter appointed … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Greek startups and SMEs in life sciences, healthcare, and sustainability sectors are set to receive a significant boost with the launch of a €200 million equity agreement managed by the EIF arm of the EIB Group. The agreement, … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business
Tagged EIB, EIF, Equity Fund, Greece, INNOVATION, Ioannis Tsakiris, life sciences, Marjut Falkstedt, Nikos Papathanasis, partnership, SMEs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Stellantis and Leapmotor have successfully completed the formation of Leapmotor International B.V., a joint venture led by Stellantis with a 51% stake, aimed at expanding the global reach of Leapmotor’s electric vehicle lineup. Spearheaded by CEO Tianshu Xin, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, News, Technology
Tagged Carlos Tavares, CHINA, EV Lineup, expansion, Jiangming Zhu, Leapmotor, Leapmotor C10, Leapmotor International, Leapmotor T03, partnership, Stellantis, sustainability, Tianshu Xin
(IN BRIEF) Boliden, a leading Swedish metals, mining, and smelting company, is partnering with Ericsson and Telia to enhance its mining operations through the NorthStar 5G innovation program. By upgrading its private 5G network in the Kankberg mine, Boliden aims … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 5G network Program, Boliden, Ericsson, Magnus Leonhardt, Mining Operations, NorthStar, partnership, safety, Stefan Castehav, sustainability, Telia
(IN BRIEF) ZF has unveiled its cutting-edge Employer Branding Metaverse, revolutionizing talent acquisition and engagement through immersive virtual experiences. This innovative platform allows candidates to explore ZF’s brand essence, corporate culture, and career opportunities in a dynamic virtual environment. Featuring … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Employer Branding Metaverse, innovative, Martin Maas, Talent Engagement, ZF
(IN BRIEF) Zalando, Europe’s leading fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platform, is restructuring its management board to align with its updated strategy focusing on two growth vectors: Business-to-Consumer (B2C) and Business-to-Business (B2B). Co-founder David Schneider transitions to a dedicated role focusing … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Technology
Tagged appointment, Astrid Arndt, David Schneider, David Schröder, Dr. Sandra Dembeck, E-Commerce, Ecosystem Strategy, leadership, Robert Gentz, sustainability, Zalando
(IN BRIEF) Scientists at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) have made a groundbreaking discovery by precisely characterizing the enzyme styrene oxide isomerase, which holds immense potential for producing valuable chemicals and drug precursors in an environmentally sustainable manner. This enzyme, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Education, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Enzyme, Green Chemistry, PSI, Richard Kammerer, styrene oxide isomerase, sustainability, Xiaodan Li
(IN BRIEF) Today marks the second anniversary of REPowerEU, the European Union’s response to Russia’s energy threat following the invasion of Ukraine. REPowerEU has significantly accelerated the deployment of wind energy across Europe, increasing its share in the electricity mix … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and MicroBank have partnered to provide a €200 million loan, aimed at empowering small businesses and self-employed individuals in Spain. With MicroBank contributing an additional €100 million, this initiative seeks to address the … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business, Spain, Technology
Tagged CaixaBank, EIB, MicroBank, partnership, SMEs, Spain, Spanish Entrepreneurs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The Hellenic Republic has entrusted the European Investment Fund (EIF) to manage €200 million from European structural funds and national resources to provide equity financing for Greek startups and SMEs in the life sciences, healthcare, and sustainability sectors. … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Greece, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business, Technology
Tagged EIB, EIF, Greece, INNOVATION, Ioannis Tsakiris, Marjut Falkstedt, Nikos Papathanasis, partnership, SMEs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Eviden, in partnership with AMD, introduces the BullSequana AI 600, a new addition to its AI product lineup designed to support developers, data scientists, and researchers in achieving breakthroughs in innovation and computation. Featuring AMD Instinct™ MI300X accelerators … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Forschungszentrum Jülich and EuroHPC Joint Undertaking, in collaboration with ParTec-Eviden, unveiled the first module of the exascale supercomputer JUPITER, named JEDI, at the International Supercomputing Conference. JEDI secured the top spot in the Green500 list for its exceptional … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged AI, Awards, Emmanuel Le Roux, Energy-Efficient Supercomputing, EuroHPC, Eviden, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany, Green500 list, JEDI, Jupiter, ParTec AG, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) REN, Redes Energéticas Nacionais, has revealed its Strategic Plan for 2024–2027, emphasizing its dedication to facilitating the Energy Transition while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence. The plan outlines ambitious sustainability goals, including significant reductions in emissions and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Portugal
Tagged energy transition, Financial, investment, REN, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering and Ligier Automotive are advancing clean energy technologies in motorsport by enhancing their hydrogen-powered demonstrator vehicle. Recent intensive testing has focused on optimizing the vehicle’s engine and overall performance for endurance and robustness, achieving impressive power, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Sports, Technology
Tagged Bosch Engineering, Dr. Johannes-Jörg Rüger, France, Hydrogen-Powered Racing Innovation, Jacques Nicolet, Ligier Automotive, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The latest Regional PMI® survey data from NatWest reveals continued growth in business activity across most UK nations and regions in April, with London leading the expansion. Despite this positive trend, employment remains mixed, with only half of … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Employment Challenges, Financial, investment, NatWest, Sebastian Burnside, UK Regional Business Activity
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software introduces a groundbreaking program in collaboration with the University of Colorado Boulder and Pennsylvania State University to credential students and enhance career readiness in engineering fields. These industry-recognized credentials, endorsed by ABET, will supplement … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged ABET, Dora Smith, Dr. Christy Bozic, Dr. Meg Handley, Education, Engineering Talent Gap, Innovative Credential Program, Jessica Silwick, partnership, Pennsylvania State University, Siemens, sustainability, University of Colorado Boulder, USA
(IN BRIEF) Siemens, a forefront technology company, introduces new AI-powered software applications tailored for the water and wastewater industry, aiming to streamline plant operations and enhance sustainability. These self-service solutions, such as SIWA Leak Finder and SIWA Blockage Predictor, leverage … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen ID.7 has achieved a historic milestone as the first vehicle ever to receive an overall rating of ‘very good’ with an average score of 1.5 in the rigorous ADAC vehicle test, conducted by experts from Europe’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged ADAC Vehicle Test, Awards, Dino Silvestro, Electric Saloon, Kai Grünitz, safety, sustainability, Volkswagen, Volkswagen ID.7
(IN BRIEF) The European Commission and the European Investment Bank revealed the 20 selected “EU Blue Champions,” representing diverse sectors such as tidal and wind energy, underwater robotics, and satellite data applications. Chosen from Croatia to Sweden, these champions demonstrated … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, European Union, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology
Tagged CROATIA, Denmark, EIB, EU Blue Champions Program, France, Germany, Greece, GROWTH, Italy, Norway, Ocean Innovators, partnership, PORTUGAL, Spain, sustainability, Sweden
(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V., a major European telecom company, has scheduled its general shareholders meeting (GSM) for June 25, 2024, to discuss various key matters including the approval of the 2023 Annual Report and the distribution of dividends. The … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Business, Financial, Investment, Management, News, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 2023 Annual Report, Annual Report, Bogdan Ciobotaru, Convocation notice, Digi 2023 Annual Report, DIGI COMMUNICATIONS N.V., dividend, Emil Jugaru, executive directors, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, General Shareholders Meeting, Jose Manuel Arnaiz de Castro, KPMG N.V., Marius Catalin Varzaru, Serghei Bulgac, statutory auditor, stock options, telecommunication services, Valentin Popoviciu, Zoltan Teszari
(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA is sponsoring the ‘Hava Dair’ (About the Air) exhibition at Salt’s Beyoğlu location, curated by Milan-based design studio 2050+. Free to the public until August 18th, the exhibition delves into the social and environmental consequences of … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Spain
Tagged 'About the Air' Exhibition, air pollution, Deniz Ova, Elif Güvenen, Garanti BBVA, Social and Environmental, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) British Gas has introduced a pioneering ‘You Pay: We Pay’ scheme, dedicating £15 million to assist customers struggling with fuel poverty by matching their energy payments over a six-month period. This initiative, launching in June, proactively identifies and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged 'You Pay: We Pay', British Gas, Centrica, Chris O’Shea, Financial, fuel poverty, Richard Lane
(IN BRIEF) Hydro has announced significant changes to its Executive Leadership Team under the new leadership of President and CEO, Eivind Kallevik, who took office on May 13, 2024. Hanne Karine Simensen, previously the Head of Commercial in Hydro Aluminium … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Industrial, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Norway
Tagged Anne-Lene Midseim, appointment, Arvid Moss, Eivind Kallevik, Hanne Karine Simensen, Hilde Vestheim Nordh, Hydro, John Thuestad, Kari Ekelund Thørud, leadership, Paul Warton, Therese Rød Holm, Trond Olaf Christophersen
(IN BRIEF) Continental has successfully integrated a cross-domain High-Performance Computer (HPC) into a car, marking a significant advancement in software-defined vehicle (SDV) technology. This innovative car hosts not only cockpit functionalities but also critical vehicle operations such as driving safety … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Continental, Enrico Salvatori, Gilles Mabire, Jean-Francois Tarabbia, software-defined vehicle
(IN BRIEF) Sarajevo has introduced new modern trams for the first time in 40 years, a significant advancement supported by the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and other donors. The project, financed with … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged Adnan Šteta, EBRD, EIB, Modern Trams, partnership, public transport, Sandrine Friscia, Sarajevo, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Adyen, a leading financial technology platform, has partnered with Cotti Coffee to support the global coffee chain’s expansion into new international markets including Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, and the UAE. This strategic collaboration leverages Adyen’s single-platform solution to … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Technology
Tagged Adyen, Australia, CANADA, CHINA, Cotti Coffee, customer experience, expansion, Japan, partnership, Singapore, sustainability, UAE, Warren Hayashi, Yingbo Li
(IN BRIEF) The Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G, an all-electric articulated city bus, has been named the Electric Bus Champion of 2024 after excelling in the rigorous comparison test organized by Omnibusspiegel bus magazine in Bonn. This marks the second consecutive victory … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In the first quarter of 2024, Salzgitter AG reported a downturn in performance due to a sluggish economy, particularly affecting its steel-related sectors in Germany. The company achieved an EBITDA of €126.4 million and a pre-tax profit of … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News
Tagged Birgit Potrafki, economic, Financial, Gunnar Groebler, investment, Salzgitter AG
(IN BRIEF) At the SIMPPAR exhibition in Grasse, France, LANXESS showcased its comprehensive range of high-purity, nature-identical aroma chemicals for the first time, including innovative grades of Kalama benzyl benzoate and other developing aromatic ingredients. Featuring an array of floral, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, France, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged Benzyl benzoate, Dr. Michael Zobel, High-Purity Aroma Chemicals, LANXESS, Perfumery, SIMPPAR, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) In the first quarter of 2024, Energiekontor AG, a prominent German developer of wind and solar parks, significantly expanded its portfolio, commissioning two new wind parks with a combined capacity of 29 megawatts, including the Jacobsdorf wind park … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) SÜSS MicroTec SE introduces the XBC300 Gen2 D2W/W2W, a groundbreaking hybrid bonding platform designed for both 200 mm and 300 mm substrates, providing versatile wafer-to-wafer (W2W) and die-to-wafer (D2W) bonding capabilities. This platform is specifically tailored for semiconductor … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Dr. Robert Wanninger, Markus Ruff, partnership, semiconductor, SET Corporation SA, SÜSS MicroTec, XBC300 Gen2 D2W/W2W
(IN BRIEF) EDF has successfully signed green bank loans totaling approximately €5.8 billion, with terms ranging from three to five years, facilitated by major international banks such as BNP Paribas and Bank of America. These funds are earmarked specifically for … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Bank of America, BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole CIB, EDF, ING, Natixis CIB, nuclear, partnership, SOCIÉTÉ GÉNÉRALE, sustainability, Wells Fargo
(IN BRIEF) Barclays has publicly disputed claims by The Bureau of Investigative Journalism (BIJ) regarding its financing activities, specifically accusing BIJ of inaccurately attributing a disproportionate share of sustainability-linked financing to the bank. BIJ reported that Barclays facilitated $41 billion … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Barclays, sustainability, Sustainable Finance
(IN BRIEF) Barclays is actively financing the transition of the energy sector by implementing strict policies and reducing financed emissions by 44% in the Energy sector and 26% in the Power sector from 2020 to 2023. Despite facing criticism for … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Barclays, Financial, fossil fuel, investments, partnership, sustainability
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