Monthly Archives: February 2013

Taxation: Commission refers Belgium to Court over discriminatory tax reduction for Walloon tax residents

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Brussels, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Today, the European Commission has decided to refer Belgium to the EU Court of Justice over its discriminatory tax rules in the Walloon Region. Under the Walloon Decree of 3 April 2009 personal income tax can be … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Investment, Law

Mitteldeutsche Airport Holding: Airports Continue to Be Job Generators for Central Germany

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Jobs growth once again at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports – More than 8,000 people work at the Central German airport sites 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Leipzig/Halle und Dresden, the two airport sites belonging to the Mitteldeutsche Airport Holding, were once again able … Read the full press release →

Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Germany, Transportation & Logistics, Travel

Environment: Commission refers Sweden back to Court over industrial permits, asks for fines

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Brussels, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission is taking Sweden back to Court for its failure to license industrial installations that are operating without permits. Despite an earlier Court judgement on this matter, Sweden has still not licensed two major industrial … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Environment, European Union, Government, Law, Politics, Society, Sweden

Loewe celebrates the new Loewe Individual with all-inclusive days

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Perfect home entertainment – including an iPad mini Kronach, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — High-quality home entertainment from Loewe with an added bonus. At the Loewe all-inclusive days in Germany, from 17 January to 2 February 2013, Loewe will present the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Germany, Media, Retail, Technology

HUGO BOSS sets new records for sales and earnings in 2012

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Metzingen, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Double-digit growth in sales and earnings made 2012 the most successful year in the Company’s history to date. The final quarter contributed to this with substantial increases. “The positive business performance in 2012 has brought us … Read the full press release →

Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, Germany, Investment

EIB loan: Leoni develops new cable systems for future car generations

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The global company Leoni AG has received a EUR 100m loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for its research work in the area of automotive electrical and electronic distribution systems. By using new materials and production … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Banks, Business, European Union, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Technology

Taxation: Commission refers France and Luxembourg to the Court of Justice over reduced VAT rates on ebooks

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Brussels, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has decided to refer France and Luxembourg to the Court of Justice of the European Union for applying reduced rates of VAT to ebooks. EU law is very clear on which goods and services … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, France, Government, Internet & Online, Law, Luxembourg, Politics

300-millimeter thin-wafer production by Infineon completes qualification; First CoolMOS™ family chips now being shipped worldwide

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Neubiberg, Germany, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) has achieved a major breakthrough in the manufacturing of power semiconductors on 300-millimeter thin wafers. In February, the company received the first customer go-aheads for products of the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Germany, Industrial, Technology

External policy: EU must raise its game or become irrelevant, say MEPs

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — If it is to avoid a further loss of global influence, the EU must use its existing foreign policy tools much more efficiently and it must devise a new security strategy, said MEPs on Thursday. They were … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Defence, European Union, Government, Italy, Poland, Politics, Security & Safety, Society, Spain, Sweden

Gamesa’s 5 MW offshore turbine obtains design certification

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

A significant milestone in the company’s offshore strategy, which will see an installed offshore prototype in 2013 and certification in early 2014 Gamesa has begun installation of its first G128-5.0 MW offshore prototype, and will start operating the turbine in … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Spain, Technology

Taxation: Commission refers Hungary to Court over tax exemption of pálinka

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Brussels, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Today, the European Commission has decided to refer Hungary to the European Court of Justice for granting an exemption from excise duty to the production of fruit distillates (pálinka). Hungary exempts pálinka from excise duty when it … Read the full press release →

Posted in Agriculture, Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Food & Beverage, Government, Hungary

ROLLS-ROYCE WRAITH: STYLE

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Goodwood, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today publishes the third official image of its new model Wraith, which will be launched at the Geneva Motor Show on 5 March 2013. The newest model in the pinnacle car maker’s range features a … Read the full press release →

Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Automotive, Business, Technology, United Kingdom

Unilever investing in fast-growing emerging markets

Posted on 22, February 2013 by

Unilever’s first aerosol manufacturing plant in Asia follows hard on the heels of new factories announced for Thailand and South Africa. London/Rotterdam/Mumbai, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Unilever has used the visit of British Prime Minister David Cameron to its Hindustan Unilever business … Read the full press release →

Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Investment, Netherlands, United Kingdom

Commissioner Oettinger welcomes political agreement on offshore legislation

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Günther Oettinger, EU Commissioner for Energy said: “I welcome this major step enhancing the safety of offshore oil and gas production in the EU. Past accidents have shown the devastating consequences when things go badly wrong offshore. … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Government, Industrial, Law, Politics, Security & Safety

ŠKODA is investing in a Greener Future

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Environmental protection activities combined in ŠKODA AUTO ‘GreenFuture’ Project. Focus: Environmentally friendly ŠKODA vehicles. Sustainable production and eco-friendly sales and customer service. Already 48 ŠKODA models under 120g CO2/km and ten under 100g CO2/km. The aim of … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, Czech Republic, Environment, Technology

Taxation: Commission takes the UK to Court over reduced VAT rate

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Today, The European Commission has decided to refer the United Kingdom to the EU Court of Justice for its reduced VAT rate on the supply and installation of energy-saving materials. This measure goes beyond what is allowed … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Law, Society, United Kingdom

New branding architecture for the Henkel adhesive technologies business serving industrial markets

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Modified brand structure for Henkel’s industrial adhesive technologies business 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Henkel will introduce a new branding approach for its industrial adhesive technologies business. The company’s brand portfolio has grown strongly over the past decades and has enabled Henkel … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Chemicals, Germany, Industrial, Marketing

February infringements package: main decisions

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — February infringements package: main decisions In its monthly package of infringement decisions, the European Commission is pursuing legal action against Member States for failing to comply properly with their obligations under EU law. These decisions covering many … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Financial, Government, Law, Politics, Society

The Central Bank of Ireland: Research highlights positive experience of borrowers engaged in the mortgage arrears resolution process

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Central Bank continues to urge for early engagement 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — As it prepares to seek views on the Code of Conduct on Mortgage Arrears (CCMA), the Central Bank of Ireland today (21 February 2013) released results of its independent … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Government, Investment, Ireland

Speech: Fighting poverty and preserving democracy through social investment

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

László ANDOR – European Commissioner responsible for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion Council of Europe Conference on Poverty and Inequalities in Societies of Human Rights / Strasbourg Strasbourg, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Ladies and gentlemen, I am grateful to the Council of Europe … Read the full press release →

Posted in European Union, France, Government, Investment, Politics, Society

PSA Peugeot Citroën: Four Labour Unions (CFE/CGC, CFTC, FO and SIA/GSEA) issue a favourable opinion on the draft agreement

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Paris, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Four Labour Unions (CFE/CGC, CFTC, FO and SIA/GSEA) issue a favourable opinion on the draft agreement outlining support measures for employees at the Rennes and Aulnay sites. At the end of the tenth and last meeting to … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, France, Society

Speech: Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership: Opening free trade negotiations with the United States

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Karel De Gucht – European Commissioner for Trade Committee on International Trade (INTA) of the European Parliament / Brussels Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The importance of the agreement The word historic is often abused, used for each and every occasion. However, today … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, International Trade, Politics

Connecticut Senator visits Airbus

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Blagnac,  21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Richard Blumenthal, the United States Senator for the state of Connecticut, led a delegation of home-state aerospace manufacturers in a visit to Airbus, in Toulouse, France. Airbus is the largest export customer of the U.S. aerospace … Read the full press release →

Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Defence, France, Politics

State aid: Commission temporarily approves rescue aid for Crédit Immobilier de France

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has granted temporary approval to France, under the EU state aid rules, to provide Crédit Immobilier de France (CIF) with a €18 billion state guarantee. This guarantee is necessary to cover CIF’s urgent liquidity needs and … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, France, Government, Investment, Law, Politics

Infineon Technologies AG: Segment Result in line with expectations; cost savings taking effect

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Quarterly Report 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Segment Result in line with expectations; cost savings taking effect  Q1 FY 2013: Revenue €851 million; Segment Result €44 million Outlook Q2 FY 2013: revenue expected to increase by a mid single digit percentage and … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Technology

EU Data Protection: European Parliament’s Industry committee backs uniform data protection rules

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission today welcomed the adoption of an opinion by the European Parliament’s Industry, Research and Energy Committee (ITRE) on the Commission’s proposals to reform the EU’s data protection rules which date back to 1995 (see IP/12/46 and IP/13/57). The … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Internet & Online, Technology, Telecom

Gamesa lands a contract to service 400 MW of wind turbines for EDP Renewables in Europe

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The company will manage operation and maintenance (O&M) services and provide technical assistance at 13 wind farms for a period of three years, with an option to extend the contract for another three years Gamesa, a global … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Spain, Technology

LeaderSHIP 2020 – Ensuring future of shipbuilding in Europe

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  Today the new LeaderSHIP 2020 strategy to increase the competitiveness of European maritime technology was presented by Vice President of the European Commission responsible for enterprise and industry policy Antonio Tajani, together with SEA Europe, the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Industrial, Politics, Transportation & Logistics

ROLLS-ROYCE WRAITH: POWER, STYLE, DRAMA

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

The question of Power… Goodwood, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today publishes the second image of its next model, Wraith, a hand-built motor car that exudes hallmark Rolls-Royce luxury and comfort whilst possessing a character defined by Power, Style and … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, Marketing, Technology, United Kingdom

How to clear away doubts about the Euro

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The EESC insists on the need for further integration and solidarity to transform the European Monetary Union into a genuine economic, political and social union. An important element in this process is an active role of the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, European Union, Financial, Government, Politics, Society

ROBERTO COLANINNO RICEVE IL PREMIO LEONARDO DAL PRESIDENTE DELLA REPUBBLICA GIORGIO NAPOLITANO

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Roma, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Roberto Colaninno, Presidente e Amministratore Delegato del Gruppo Piaggio, Presidente del Gruppo Immsi e Presidente di Alitalia, è stato insignito oggi a Roma del Premio Leonardo. Il Premio Leonardo dal 1993 è assegnato annualmente a imprenditori … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Italy, Politics

EU-Ukraine Summit

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, Monday 25 February 2013 – Justus Lipsius building 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — INFORMATION FOR THE MEDIA Registration: Media representatives wishing to attend the EU-Ukraine Summit, and who do not have a permanent inter-institutional EU press card, should register by e-mail … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Media, Politics, Ukraine

Unilever completes global Skippy sale outside of China

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Unilever today completed the sale of its global Skippy business to Hormel Foods, excluding the portion operated out of China, which remains subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close later this year. … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Financial, Food & Beverage, Investment, Netherlands

Speech: Thinking European, and winning the wireless race

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Neelie Kroes – Vice-President of the European Commission responsible for the Digital Agenda Radio Spectrum Policy Group (RSPG) Plenary meeting / Brussels Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — I am delighted to be here with the real spectrum experts. Spectrum matters. Already it supports … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Government, Internet & Online, Politics, Technology, Telecom

ŠKODA commissions energy efficient press line

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

At its plant in Mladá Boleslav, ŠKODA will begin using an efficient new press line for car body parts as part of its sustainability strategy ‘GreenFuture’. The high performance press is among the most modern and environmentally friendly plants of … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, Czech Republic, Environment, Industrial, Technology

Joint statement by President Barroso and Vice President Rehn on the occasion of today’s trilogue agreement on the Two-Pack legislation on the economic governance in the euro area

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

Brussels, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Joint statement by President Barroso and Vice President Rehn on the occasion of today’s trilogue agreement on the Two-Pack legislation on the economic governance in the euro area Once legislation proposed by the Commission on the two-pack … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Economy, European Union, Financial, Government, Politics

New type of paste with enhanced thermal conductivity for modules

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

TIM allows higher power density for same ageing resistance Düsseldorf / Germany, 21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Power electronics are experiencing a continuous rise in their power densities. As a consequence, thermal management for today’s power semiconductors must be integrated as early as … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Chemicals, Electronics & Machinery, Germany, Technology

More competition to save the railways: MEPs launch discussions

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission is proposing to open domestic rail passenger markets to competition by 2019 to complete the European railway market. Views differ amongst transport committee MEPs, with fears that unprofitable lines will be closed down. The … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, European Union, Government, Politics, Transportation & Logistics

Banque PSA Finance announces that it has received the European Commission’s temporary authorization

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — On 11 February, Banque PSA Finance obtained the European Commission’s temporary authorization to use the French State’s guarantee to secure its debt issuance in the period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2016. The guarantee was … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Banks, Business, European Union, Financial, France, Government, Investment, Law

Irish Presidency secures agreement on eurozone stability measures

Posted on 21, February 2013 by

21-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Irish Presidency has this morning helped broker an agreement on behalf of EU member states on new rules to stabilise eurozone economies. The new rules, the ‘Two Pack’, will improve budgetary and economic coordination among eurozone … Read the full press release →

Posted in Economy, European Union, Financial, Government, Investment, Ireland, Politics