Category Archives: United Kingdom

Press Releases & News from United Kingdom distributed via EuropaWire

Vodafone Leads Landing of 2Africa Submarine Cable in Portugal

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone spearheaded the landing of the 2Africa submarine cable, the world’s largest, in Portugal’s Carcavelos, Cascais, bolstering the country’s connectivity to Africa and beyond. The 2Africa project, launched in May 2020, aims to enhance internet connectivity between Africa, … Read the full press release

Aviva Advises Pet Owners: Check Your Home Insurance Coverage!

(IN BRIEF) Aviva highlights the importance of appropriate home insurance coverage for pet owners as internal data reveals a surge in pet-related home insurance claims over the past five years. Dogs and cats have been responsible for nearly 6,000 claims, … Read the full press release

EBRD Funds Modern Wastewater Treatment Plant in Kazakhstan’s Aktobe

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is spearheading efforts to tackle water treatment and environmental challenges in Aktobe, Kazakhstan’s fourth-largest municipality, through the financing of a new wastewater treatment plant and associated infrastructure. With a sovereign … Read the full press release

WSP to Design New Facilities for Rolls-Royce Submarine Site Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has chosen WSP as its design partner for the expansion of its Raynesway site in Derby. This expansion, announced last June, aims to meet the growing demand from the Royal Navy, particularly following the AUKUS announcement. WSP … Read the full press release

CHIL Receives £4.9m Investment to Spearhead Healthcare Advancements through Data Science

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) has secured a substantial £4.9 million investment from the Office for Life Sciences (OLS) to drive healthcare improvements via data science. Through the ‘Data-Action Accelerator’ project, CHIL aims to … Read the full press release

Uncovering the Past: Church of England and University of Liverpool Collaborate to Explore Historical Role in Slavery

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s Centre for the Study of International Slavery (CSIS) has partnered with the Church of England to delve into the Anglican church’s involvement in the institution of slavery. Led by Dr. Leona Vaughn and the … Read the full press release

EBRD Supports Araltuz’s Expansion with KZT 5.5 Billion Loan for Production Facility Upgrades

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is aiding the growth of Araltuz, a prominent salt producer in Kazakhstan, by providing a convertible loan of up to KZT 5.5 billion. This funding will facilitate the modernization of … Read the full press release

EBRD First Vice President Reaffirms Support for Ukraine’s Economy Amidst War Challenges

(IN BRIEF) During his second visit to wartime Ukraine, the First Vice President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Jürgen Rigterink, emphasized the EBRD’s ongoing commitment to supporting Ukraine’s real economy and reform agenda. With more than … Read the full press release

EBRD Partners with NLB Komercijalna Banka to Boost Financing for Serbian SMEs

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has initiated a collaboration with NLB Komercijalna Banka (NLBKBB) in Serbia, providing a €15 million loan to support local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). NLBKBB will utilize the loan to … Read the full press release

ABP Southampton Raises £3000 for ANDYSMANCLUB at Charity Quiz Night

(IN BRIEF) ABP Southampton recently organized its first charity quiz night at the Port of Southampton’s Ocean Cruise terminal, raising an impressive £3000 in support of ANDYSMANCLUB (AMC), their charity of the year. Over 180 participants in 22 teams, inclujding … Read the full press release

Experts Explore Sustainable Solutions in Sports Apparel Industry on Experts in Sport Podcast

(IN BRIEF) In this episode of the Experts in Sport podcast, host Martin Foster engages with guest Joanna Czutkowna to delve into the sustainability challenges facing the sports apparel industry. They dissect larger issues within the fashion industry, including the … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Launches £2.2m Project ‘The Future is Green’ to Foster Green Economy Skills in Cornwall

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter, Cornwall, in collaboration with The Cornwall College Group and other partners, introduces “The Future is Green,” a £2.2 million initiative aimed at cultivating skills necessary for the burgeoning green economy. Focused on sectors pivotal … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Academics Honored with NIHR Senior Investigator Status for Outstanding Research Contributions

(IN BRIEF) Two esteemed academics at the University of Exeter, Professor Vicki Goodwin MBE and Professor G.J. Melendez-Torres, have been granted the prestigious National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Senior Investigator status, underscoring their exceptional research endeavors. Their … Read the full press release

EQT Life Sciences Portfolio Company Amolyt Pharma Acquired by Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Diseases for $1.05 Billion

(IN BRIEF) EQT Life Sciences announces the acquisition of its portfolio company, Amolyt Pharma, by Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Diseases, for a total deal value of $1.05 billion. This acquisition underscores Amolyt’s significant advancements in developing novel treatments for rare endocrine … Read the full press release

From Kitchen to Corporation: Maya Kuvakova’s Journey to Success

(IN BRIEF) Maya Kuvakova’s entrepreneurial journey began in a small kitchen in the Kyrgyz Republic, where she crafted dumplings to support her family while on maternity leave. Today, her company, Maminy retsepty, stands as a major producer of semi-finished foods … Read the full press release

Collaborative Effort Launches Premium Snack Packaging with 50% Recycled Plastic

(IN BRIEF) Several supply chain partners have joined forces to introduce new premium snack packaging made with 50% recycled plastic. Launched for PepsiCo’s Sunbites brand in the UK and Ireland, the packaging meets stringent EU regulatory requirements for food contact. … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group’s Strategic Move: Scottish Widows’ Bulk Annuities Sold to Rothesay

(IN BRIEF) Rothesay, the UK’s leading pensions insurance specialist, has agreed to acquire Scottish Widows’ in-force bulk annuity portfolio from Lloyds Banking Group for approximately £6 billion. The transaction covers the pension benefits of around 42,000 individuals. This move aligns … Read the full press release

Heatwaves Threaten Tsetse Fly Fertility, Raising Concerns for Disease Spread

(IN BRIEF) A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Bristol and Stellenbosch University reveals that a single burst of hot weather significantly impacts the fertility of both female and male tsetse flies, key vectors for diseases like … Read the full press release

University of Bristol Secures £57 Million Funding Boost for Cutting-Edge Research Centers

(IN BRIEF) The University of Bristol has received a substantial £57 million funding injection from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and its Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to establish nine Centres for Doctoral Training (CDTs). These centers will … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Unveils Next-Gen Electric Buses for Oxfordshire: Pioneering Sustainable Urban Transport

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, has received the first batch of cutting-edge battery-electric buses from Alexander Dennis, a global bus manufacturer. These 55 zero-emission double deckers are set to revolutionize urban transport in Oxfordshire, joining … Read the full press release

Unreasonable Impact UK & Europe Programme Welcomes 13 Ventures Addressing Climate and Social Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Unreasonable Impact, a collaboration between Unreasonable Group and Barclays, has unveiled 13 new ventures joining its UK & Europe programme, each dedicated to tackling pressing global challenges. The ventures, ranging from food waste reduction to sustainable reforestation and … Read the full press release

EBRD Secures €8 Million Loan to Empower Women-Led Businesses in Georgia

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), with support from the European Union (EU) and Sweden, is extending an €8 million loan to ProCredit Bank in Georgia to boost lending to women-led micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises … Read the full press release

Bentley Secures Coveted Title of Britain’s Most Admired Automotive Manufacturer for Third Time

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors has been crowned Britain’s Most Admired Automotive Manufacturer for the third time in five years, reaffirming its status as an industry leader. The accolade, bestowed through the UK’s longest-running corporate reputational survey, underscores Bentley’s exceptional lineup … Read the full press release

Prudence Foundation and Malaysian Red Crescent Collaborate to Safeguard Students with ‘Safe Schools, Safe Kids’ Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Prudence Foundation, in collaboration with the Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC), is launching the ‘Safe Schools, Safe Kids’ programme across Malaysia to empower students aged 10-15 with crucial health and safety skills. The initiative aims to equip children with … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group Joins Forces with Projects for Nature to Spearhead Nature Recovery Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has entered into a pioneering partnership with Projects for Nature, becoming its first founding business partner. With a £250,000 donation split among three nature recovery projects in England, Lloyds aims to address national nature recovery … Read the full press release

Shell Announces Dividend Payments for Fourth Quarter 2023

(IN BRIEF) The Board of Shell plc has disclosed the dividend payments for the fourth quarter of 2023, which were initially announced on February 1, 2024. Shareholders had the option to receive dividends in US dollars, euros, or pounds sterling, … Read the full press release

Aviva, Darwin, and University of Salford Expand UK’s Longest-Running Self-Driving Shuttle Service

(IN BRIEF) Aviva and Darwin Innovation Group, in collaboration with the University of Salford, have expanded the UK’s longest-running self-driving passenger service by adding a second autonomous shuttle to the fleet. Operating at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, the shuttles … Read the full press release

Aviva Unveils Insights into Women’s Investment Habits and Launches Tailored Guidance with ‘NextDefense’

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has released findings shedding light on women’s investment behaviors, revealing that while most women engage in regular saving and investing, many still face barriers to investment. The study indicates that women tend to prioritize easy access to … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech UK&I Introduces ‘NextDefense’ Cybersecurity Service to Safeguard Digital Futures

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech UK&I has unveiled “NextDefense,” a pioneering cybersecurity service aimed at guiding customers towards a secure digital future. Leveraging Telefónica Tech’s global network of Security Operations Centres (SOCs), NextDefense offers cutting-edge Managed Security Services (MSS) to combat … Read the full press release

NatWest Regional PMI® Survey: UK Business Activity Grows, Confidence Improves

(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest Regional PMI® survey reveals that business activity expanded across most UK regions in February, accompanied by an uptick in business confidence fueled by rising demand. While regions such as London saw robust growth, others like … Read the full press release

BP Announces Early Tender Results for $1.3 Billion Cash Tender Offer

(IN BRIEF) BP p.l.c. (“BP”) disclosed the early tender outcomes for its cash tender offer conducted by its wholly-owned subsidiary BP Capital Markets p.l.c. to purchase for cash any validly tendered and accepted Notes, up to an aggregate principal amount … Read the full press release

Logicor Completes BTS Development, Enhancing Logistics Infrastructure in Sant Feliu de Buixalleu

(IN BRIEF) On March 11, 2024, Logicor, a prominent European logistics real estate owner, manager, and developer, finalized the build-to-suit (BTS) development of a warehouse spanning over 16,000 square meters in Sant Feliu de Buixalleu, Spain. This facility, leased to … Read the full press release

Patients as Partners® Europe Announces the Launch of 8th Annual Meeting with 2024 Keynotes and Topics

(IN BRIEF) The Conference Forum announced the launch of the 8th annual Patients as Partners® Europe meeting, scheduled for May 14-15, 2024, at Plaisterers’ Hall in London, England. This event brings together pharma R&D and patient advocacy to discuss patient … Read the full press release

Shell Announces Dividend Payments for Q4 2023 in Multiple Currencies

(IN BRIEF) Shell plc’s Board has disclosed the dividend payments for the fourth quarter of 2023, which was announced earlier at US$0.344 per ordinary share. Shareholders were given the option to receive their dividends in US dollars, euros, or pounds … Read the full press release

Wolters Kluwer Revolutionizes AML Compliance with CCH iFirm® Integration

(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting (TAA) U.K. has launched a new anti-money laundering module (AML) within its cloud-based practice management software, CCH iFirm®. This module seamlessly integrates with their on-premise system, CCH Central, reducing data duplication and speeding … Read the full press release

Innovative Oral Contraception Program Targets Growing Wild Boar Issue

(IN BRIEF) Researchers are launching a pioneering initiative to address the surging wild boar population across parts of Europe by administering oral contraception to the animals. With numbers of wild boar escalating rapidly and posing significant economic and environmental threats, … Read the full press release

Bridging the Gap: EY Report Highlights Consumer Hesitation in Sustainable Energy Choices

(IN BRIEF) According to the ‘Energy transition consumer insights’ report by EY, despite 65% of energy consumers understanding how to initiate sustainable energy choices, 70% express reluctance to invest more time or money in doing so. The report underscores consumer … Read the full press release

Bentley Honors ‘Bentley Girls’ Legacy with Bespoke Bentayga Collection

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors commemorates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month by unveiling three unique Bentayga specifications paying homage to the iconic ‘Bentley Girls’ – Mary Petre Bruce, Dorothy Paget, and Diana Barnato Walker. The bespoke designs, crafted by … Read the full press release

LME Clear Strengthens Board with Appointment of Claire Chapman

(IN BRIEF) LME Clear has appointed Claire Chapman, an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in various sectors, as Independent Non-Executive Director of the Board. Currently serving as General Counsel, Company Secretary, and Chief People Officer at Hargreaves Lansdown plc, … Read the full press release

Savills Partners with Women in Wellies Podcast, Empowering Rural Women’s Voices

(IN BRIEF) Savills Rural Team announces sponsorship of Women in Wellies podcast, amplifying voices of rural women in Scotland. Podcast, created by Charlotte Gilfillan and Hannah Lloyd, showcases inspiring stories of rural women. Partnership highlights commitment to showcasing opportunities in … Read the full press release