Daily Archives: 5, November 2012

BP agrees to create a Centre for Petroleum and Surface Chemistry (BP-CPSC) at the University of Surrey

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5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — BP is to invest up to $7 million to establish a research group at the University of Surrey to study fundamental science and recovery processes related to heavy and viscous oils. These oils form a significant proportion … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Education, Energy, Gas & Oil, United Kingdom

Digital Agenda: Commission Decision paves the way for 4G in Europe

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Brussels, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has today decided to add another 120 MHz to the radio spectrum portfolio for 4G technologies, such as LTE (Long Term Evolution), around the 2 GHz band. This band is currently solely used for … Read the full press release →

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Airbus introduces ACJ318 Enhanced

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New version brings extra features and options Blagnac, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Airbus has begun offering customers the ACJ318 Enhanced, a new version of the smallest member of the world’s most modern corporate jet family, which embodies new features and introduces … Read the full press release →

Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, France, Technology

Classic modernism – and modern classics. Urbane Worlds of Design in the 2012/13 BMW Lifestyle catalogue

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BMW Lifestyle Collection 2012/2013: New Catalogue. (10/2012)

Munich, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Design in Brazil is the theme of the new 2012/13 BMW Lifestyle catalogue. An excellent choice: the rooftops of Rio, the impressive architecture of Brasilia, and the metropolitan flair of Sao Paulo provide the perfect backdrop … Read the full press release →

Posted in Art & Culture, Automotive, Entertainment, Germany, Marketing, Technology

Statement by Commissioner Georgieva on the release from captivity of humanitarian workers in Niger

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Brussels, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — “It was with great relief and joy that I received news that five humanitarian workers taken captive three weeks ago in Niger have now been reunited with their families following their release on Saturday. However the relief … Read the full press release →

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Rasant gewachsen: 25.000 car2go Kunden in Berlin

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Wöchentlich über 20.000 Mietvorgänge an der Spree Fast 400.000 Fahrten seit dem Start Ende April 2012 Geschäftsgebietserweiterung auf 275 km² ab Mitte November Berlin, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Exakt ein halbes Jahr nach dem Start des Geschäftsbetriebs in der Hauptstadt hat car2go … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, Germany, Technology, Transportation & Logistics

International European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) Conference

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EDCTP High-Level Meeting / Cape Town, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Your Excellencies, Distinguished Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to be in Cape Town to help celebrate the 15th anniversary of the signing of the Science & Technology Cooperation Agreement between … Read the full press release →

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Startersjobs onder scholingsniveau geen springplank naar job op niveau

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5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Welke strategie volgen werkloze schoolverlaters best om snel een job op hun scholingsniveau te vinden? Aanvaarden ze best eerst een baan beneden hun scholingsniveau, als springplank naar een betrekking op niveau? Of nemen ze best enkel jobs … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Education, Society

Speech by President Barroso at the Opening Ceremony of ASEM Summit

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ASEM Summit / Vientiane, Laos, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Your Excellencies, President, Prime Minister of Laos People Democratic Republic, Thank you so much for hosting the 9th Asia Europe Meeting so efficiently and graciously here in Vientiane. It is always a pleasure … Read the full press release →

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Nokia Lumia 920 and Nokia Lumia 820 now shipping

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Focused ramp-up of first Windows Phone 8 smartphones over coming weeks Espoo, Finland, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Nokia today announced that the Nokia Lumia 920 and the Nokia Lumia 820 will reach the first operators and retail outlets in select countries this … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Finland, Internet & Online, Technology, Telecom

The “Volk-Rock’n’Roller” Andreas Gabalier Is Awarded a BAMBI in the Category of “Shooting Stars”

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Andreas Gabalier (c) Hubert Burda Media

Munich, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The Austrian musician Andreas Gabalier has recently been causing a stir in the Volksmusik scene and impresses fans of all ages with his Alpine folk music with a rock’n’roll twist, so much that he is attracting media … Read the full press release →

Posted in Art & Culture, Austria, Awards, Entertainment, Germany, Media

.eu registry EURid at EU Internet Week 2012

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Brussels, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The .eu registry EURid is part of EU Internet Week by supporting the 4th Annual Internet of Things Europe 2012 conference at the Management Centre Europe in Brussels, Belgium (12-13 November). EURid welcomes delegates to a … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Internet & Online, Marketing, Technology

Zumtobel Group apprentices celebrate successful qualification

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Successfully completed training: 19 Zumtobel Group apprentices and their instructors celebrated the good results.

Dornbirn / Austria, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — On the completion of their apprenticeships, the young skilled workers and their instructors had every reason to celebrate. In 2012, 19 apprentices from the Zumtobel Group completed their training in the trades of machine technician, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Austria, Business, Education, Electronics & Machinery, Industrial, Technology

FAQs on Marie Curie Actions

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Brussels, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — FAQs on Marie Curie Actions Who does the programme fund? The Marie Curie Actions award European research grants, regardless of nationality or field of research. In addition to supporting fellowships, the programme enables researchers to gain international … Read the full press release →

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VTB President Andrey Kostin visits Angola

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Andrey Kostin, VTB President and Chairman of the Management Board

5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — VTB President and Chairman of the Management Board Andrey Kostin visited the Republic of Angola on October 31, 2012. During his working visit, Andrey Kostin met with the country’s President, José Eduardo dos Santos, and Vice-President Manuel Domingos Vicente … Read the full press release →

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Winners of first Marie Curie Prize announced

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Dr Claire M. Belcher

Nicosia/Brussels, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The first winners of the European Commission’s new Marie Curie Prize for outstanding achievement in research were announced today at a ceremony in Nicosia, Cyprus. The three winners (details in annex) are Dr Gkikas Magiorkinis from Greece, … Read the full press release →

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Invitation to press – and telephone conference regarding Skanska’s Nine Month Report on November 8

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Skanska’s Nine Month Report 2012 will be presented on Thursday, November 8, 2012. 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — In conjunction with the release of the report, you are invited to participate in a combined press- and telephone conference, at 14.00 (UK 13.00, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Construction, Financial, Sweden

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions – Driving innovation and Growth in Europe

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People 2012 Conference – University of Cyprus / Nicosia, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Minister Demosthenous, Professor Christofides, Distinguished guests, It is a real pleasure to be here with you for the opening of today’s conference. I would like to thank the University … Read the full press release →

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Behind closed doors — ‘whistleblowers’ need voice over care home concerns, says charity

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5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — ‘Whistleblowers’ who expose mistreatment of vulnerable patients within the care home system need to be confident that their allegations will be treated seriously, a national charity has said. The Ann Craft Trust, based at The University of … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Education, Healthcare, Law, Society, United Kingdom

Cyber-security – a shared responsibility

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Neelie Kroes, Vice-President of the European Commission responsible for the Digital Agenda Information Security Forum Conference, Chicago, 5-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Every day, people worldwide rely on digital technologies and on the Internet for any kind of activity. Spanning from communication to healthcare … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, European Union, Government, Internet & Online, Security & Safety, Society, Technology, Telecom

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