(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has secured a $1 million contract from NASA’s Glenn Research Center to develop an Advanced Closed Brayton Cycle converter for next-generation space-based nuclear microreactors. Over a 12-month period, Rolls-Royce LibertyWorks will design a closed-cycle Brayton power conversion … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A groundbreaking ceremony in Lägerdorf, Schleswig-Holstein, marked the official start of construction for one of the world’s first carbon-neutral cement plants. Notable attendees included Dr. Robert Habeck, Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Technology
Tagged Andreas X. Müller, Carbon-Neutral Cement, Daniel Günther, Dr. Cetin Nazikkol, Dr. Robert Habeck, holcim, Innovative Plant, Lägerdorf, partnership, sustainability, Thorsten Hahn, ThyssenKrupp, “pure oxyfuel” technology
(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, a leading European electricity company, inaugurates Shareholder Month, an event that includes the 2024 General Shareholders’ Meeting, emphasizing investor engagement. The virtual space, featuring thematic rooms, aims to inform and involve shareholders in discussions covering environmental, social, … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Spain, Technology
Tagged Iberdrola, Investor Engagement, Shareholder Month, Virtual Space
(IN BRIEF) In the first quarter of 2024, Kuehne+Nagel Group reported a decline in earnings compared to the previous year, citing intensified cost measures amidst a challenging business environment. Despite a slight improvement in demand for transportation services, the company’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Switzerland, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Financial, investment, Kuehne+Nagel Group, Q1 Earnings, Stefan Paul
(IN BRIEF) In a significant collaboration for Earth Day 2024, Covestro Taiwan and Chaoyang University of Technology have signed a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) plus University Social Responsibility (USR) MOU. This partnership expands their existing cooperation to develop an environmental … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Education, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Chaoyang University of Technology, Covestro, Covestro Taiwan, Dr. Carsten Wildebrand, Dr. Dao-Ming Cheng, Dr. Joerg Polster, Environmental Education, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Neste, a global leader in renewable fuels and sustainable feedstock, is showcasing its Neste RE™ feedstock at Chinaplas 2024 in Shanghai. Neste RE™, derived from bio-based and chemically recycled materials, offers a significant reduction in the carbon footprint … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News
Tagged Carrie Song, Neste, Neste RE™, Plastics Manufacturing, Renewable and Recycled Feedstock, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Logicor, Europe’s leading logistics real estate owner, manager, and developer, has completed the installation of a 532 kWp photovoltaic (PV) plant near Girona, Spain. This initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by 180 tons annually while providing sustainable … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Spain, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged Logicor, logistics, partnership, Pilar Valencia, Solar Initiative, Spain, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Sand to Green, a beneficiary of the EBRD Star Venture programme, is making significant strides in combating desertification and promoting sustainable agriculture in Morocco. Founded by Benjamin Rombaut, Gautier De Carcouët, and Wissal Ben Moussa, the company utilizes … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Benjamin Rombaut, Desert, EBRD, Gautier De Carcouët, MOROCCO, partnership, Sand to Green, sustainability, Wissal Ben Moussa
(IN BRIEF) After nearly a decade of research, Beiersdorf has revealed a groundbreaking discovery in skincare: a patented active ingredient called NAHP, also known as GLYCOSTOP™, designed to counteract the skin’s glycation process induced by sugar consumption, which contributes to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) SAP SE has announced significant advancements in its supply chain solutions, leveraging AI to revolutionize manufacturing productivity, efficiency, and precision. By harnessing real-time data insights, businesses can make informed decisions across supply chains, streamline product development, and enhance … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged AI-Powered Supply Chain Solutions, Heiko Kehm, Manufacturing, Muhammad Alam, SAP
(IN BRIEF) ROHM and STMicroelectronics have announced the expansion of their multi-year agreement for the supply of silicon carbide (SiC) substrate wafers. This deal, valued at a minimum of $230 million, will see larger volumes of SiC substrate wafers being … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Electronics & Machinery, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Dr. Robert Eckstein, Geoff West, Germany, partnership, Röhm, Semiconductor Capacity, SiC Substrate Supply, SiCrystal, STMicroelectronics, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Neste has achieved a significant milestone in chemical recycling by processing pyrolysis oil derived from discarded vehicle tires, supplied by Scandinavian Enviro Systems, into high-quality raw material for new plastics and chemicals at its refinery in Porvoo, Finland. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Andreas Teir, chemicals, Discarded Tires, Enviro Systems, High-Quality Raw Material, Neste, partnership, plastics, pyrolysis oil, recycling, Susanna Sieppi, sustainability, Sweden
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured contracts with Banedanmark and DSB to upgrade Copenhagen’s S-bane network to the highest level of automation, GoA4 technology, by 2030. This upgrade, part of the “Future S-bane” program, aims to enhance capacity, passenger experience, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Denmark, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Automatic Urban Railway, Banedanmark, Copenhagen, DSB, Jürgen Müller, Michael Peter, partnership, S-bane Network, Siemens, Siemens Mobility, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) During a visit to Muscat, Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, reaffirmed the enduring partnership between TotalEnergies and Oman by announcing the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Marsa LNG project. This project, in collaboration with OQ, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged His Excellency Eng. Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, LNG Production, Marsa LNG Project, Mr. Mulham Basheer Al Jarf, Oman, OQ, partnership, Patrick Pouyanné, sustainability, TotalEnergies
(IN BRIEF) As Hannover Messe 2024 approaches, Bosch prepares to showcase its commitment to sustainability and innovation in industrial manufacturing. With a focus on addressing climate change and promoting resource conservation, Bosch’s diverse portfolio of solutions encompasses factory automation, hydrogen … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged Andreas Müller, Awards, Bosch, Dr. Birgit Boss, Hannover Messe 2024, Hans Michael Krause, INNOVATION, Lisa Reehten, sustainability, Tanja Rueckert
(IN BRIEF) Barclays has announced the appointment of Stephen Pick as Head of M&A for EMEA, Pier Luigi Colizzi as Chairman of M&A for EMEA, and Asim Mullick as Head of M&A for Financial Sponsors for EMEA. These appointments underscore … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged appointments, Asim Mullick, Barclays, EMEA, Ihsan Essaid, M&A Leadership Team, Pier Luigi Colizzi, Stephen Pick, Tim Main
(IN BRIEF) Prudential plc, a prominent insurance company in Asia and Africa, has announced a significant investment of US$2.5 million through its community investment arm, Prudence Foundation, to tackle the effects of climate change on health and enhance climate resilience, … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Environment, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Insurance, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, United Kingdom
Tagged Climate & Health Resilience Fund, climate change impacts, Diana Guzman, Financial, investment, Kathy Baughman McLeod, Prudence Foundation, Prudential, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy AG announces its participation in the upcoming HANNOVER MESSE 2024, showcasing its latest innovation, the EFOY H₂PowerPack X50. This new product, boasting a cluster power output of up to 200 kW, marks a significant advancement in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged Björn Ledergerber, Dr. Peter Podesser, EFOY H₂PowerPack X50, Hannover Messe 2024, INNOVATION, SFC Energy
(IN BRIEF) Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has successfully acquired Greenview Group Holdings Ltd from Cordovan Capital Partners II LP and Michael Burke, the current CEO, marking its fourth acquisition in 2024. Greenview Group, established in 2017, specializes in mechanical … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Frank Niehage will step down from his role as CEO of flatexDEGIRO Group on April 30, 2024, due to differing views on strategic development. Dr. Benon Janos, CFO, and Stephan Simmang, CTO, will take on the roles of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In April 2024, Daimler Buses handed over 24 Mercedes-Benz Tourismo 15 RHD touring coaches to Autobus Oberbayern GmbH from Munich and Bus-Verkehr Berlin KG (BVB) from Berlin. Each company received 12 coaches, which will be used as team … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Security & Safety, Sports, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Autobus Oberbayern GmbH, Berlin, Bus-Verkehr Berlin KG (BVB), Daimler Buses, European Sporting Event 2024, Mercedes-Benz Tourismo Coaches, Munich, partnership, Till Oberwörder
(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has reached a significant milestone in electric truck development, successfully charging a prototype of the eActros 600 at a groundbreaking 1,000 kilowatts during internal testing at Wörth am Rhein. This achievement marks the implementation phase of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) DNV has completed the acquisition of Ocean Ecology, a leading UK marine environmental consultancy, solidifying its position in the aquaculture and biodiversity sector. Previously majority-owned by Åkerblå, Ocean Ecology has established itself as a trusted provider of marine … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Norway, Science, United Kingdom
Tagged acquisition, Åkerblå, Aquaculture Sector, biodiversity, DNV, Ocean Ecology, partnership, Roger Sørensen, Ross Griffin, sustainability, Thomas Vogth-Eriksen, UK
(IN BRIEF) Pinellas County, Florida, has chosen Kapsch TrafficCom to lead a project aimed at improving mobility and safety with advanced technology solutions, backed by a USD 4.6 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration. With Pinellas County facing significant … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Dr. Jeff Adler, Kapsch TrafficCom, mobility, partnership, Pinellas County, safety, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to conduct conceptual studies for advanced power and propulsion systems in support of future fighter systems. The agreement, spanning two years with the possibility … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Swissloop Tunneling, a team of students from ETH Zurich supported by Empa, emerged victorious at the Not-a-Boring Competition 2024 in Bastrop, Texas, with their innovative micro-tunneling machine, Groundhog Beta. The team’s success marks a significant milestone in the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) BMT SPARO®, a pioneering air-ground payload transfer device, has secured a pivotal contract with the British Army, signaling a significant advancement in autonomous logistics within the defense sector. This innovative technology allows drones to conduct precise deliveries from … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged BMT, BMT SPARO®, British Army, Dr. Steve Wright, Drone Deliveries, James Campbell, partnership, Phil Metcalfe, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Neste, a global leader in renewable diesel production, teams up with New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) to tackle greenhouse gas emissions by adopting Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ for NJNG’s medium-duty trucks and equipment fleet. This initiative marks NJNG … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Vonage, a part of Ericsson, joins forces with Singtel, a leading communications service provider, to integrate Vonage’s API platform with Singtel’s Paragon orchestration platform. This partnership aims to enhance innovation opportunities for enterprises and telcos by providing access … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology, Telecom
Tagged Ericsson, INNOVATION, Mr. Bill Chang, Network APIs, Niklas Heuveldop, partnership, Singapore, Singtel, sustainability, Vonage
(IN BRIEF) Cunard’s illustrious fleet gains a new gem as Queen Anne officially joins during a historic handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard in Venice. Attended by dignitaries and industry leaders, the event marks the 249th ship under the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A financing agreement between the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link signals a significant step forward for Lithuania’s rail sector. The agreement, totaling EUR 200 million, will facilitate the purchase of nine … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Egidijus Lazauskas, EIB, Electric and Battery Trains, investment, Jeanette Vitasp, Lithuania, LTG Link, Marius Skuodis, NIB, rail electrification, Thomas Östros
(IN BRIEF) Hydro has inaugurated the Høyanger Recycling facility, a significant step in its commitment to decarbonize the aluminium value chain and foster a circular economy. With an investment of NOK 240 million, the purpose-built facility, located near its primary … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Norway, Technology
Tagged decarbonization, Eivind Kallevik, Hydro, Høyanger Recycling facility, partnership, Recycling Capacity, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME) lauds the European Council’s recent conclusions advocating for a “new European competitiveness deal,” which underscores the importance of deepening the Single Market and advancing the Capital Markets Union (CMU). AFME … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Adam Farkas, AFME, Competitiveness Deal, Enrico Letta, European Council, Financial, investment, partnership
(IN BRIEF) ORLEN Group continues its commitment to sustainability with the electrification of the Sleipner field in the North Sea, connecting it to clean energy generated onshore. This initiative will result in the prevention of 160,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Norway, Poland
Tagged carbon emissions, Norway, ORLEN Group, partnership, Sleipner Field, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Sweco AB (publ) concluded its Annual General Meeting, ratifying proposals from the Board of Directors and the Nomination Committee. The meeting re-elected seven Directors and granted discharge of liability for the financial year 2023. Ernst & Young AB … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Media, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged AGM 2024, Alf Göransson, appointment, Åsa Bergman, Christine Wolff, Financial, investment, Johan Hjertonsson, Johan Nordström, Johan Wall, leadership, Susanne Pahlén Åklundh, Sweco
(IN BRIEF) Evonik is set to showcase its latest solutions for the polyurethane industry at UTECH Europe 2024, emphasizing its commitment to sustainable innovation and deep understanding of polyurethane chemistry. Highlighting its portfolio transformation towards sustainable additive solutions based on … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged Evonik, Roberto Vila-Keller, sustainability, Sustainable Additives, UTECH Europe 2024
(IN BRIEF) During Singapore Maritime Week, DNV awarded Australian company Fortescue with class and statutory certificates for its revolutionary dual-fuelled ammonia-powered ship, the ‘Green Pioneer’. This achievement marked the culmination of a project initiated in 2021, with DNV engaged to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Intesa Sanpaolo and Quid Informatica have inked a framework agreement facilitating the introduction of financing products by isybank, Intesa Sanpaolo’s digital bank, in the upcoming months. Qinetic, Quid’s credit process management platform, will serve as the foundation for … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Italy, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Enrico Bagnasco, Innovative Financing Products, Intesa Sanpaolo, isybank, partnership, Qinetic, Quid Informatica, Stefano Bertoli
(IN BRIEF) Knorr-Bremse AG, a global leader in braking systems and rail technologies, announces its acquisition of the conventional rail signalling technology business of Alstom Signaling North America. This strategic move marks Knorr-Bremse’s entry into the rail control, command, and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest SME PMI® Tracker reveals a robust expansion in business activity among UK SMEs during the first quarter of the year, with a Business Activity Index of 52.6 in March, indicating growth. This growth is largely … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Small Business, United Kingdom
Tagged Investment Plans, James Holian, NatWest, Sebastian Burnside, SME PMI® Tracker, sustainability, UK SMEs
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