Monthly Archives: August 2016

Der MAHLE Konzern verkauft seine Industriefiltersparte an den Filterspezialisten Filtration Group Corporation

Der MAHLE Konzern verkauft seine Industriefiltersparte an den Filterspezialisten Filtration Group Corporation mit Hauptsitz in Chicago/USA. Über den Kaufpreis der Transaktion, die unter dem Vorbehalt der kartellrechtlichen Zustimmung steht, haben beide Parteien Stillschweigen vereinbart. STUTTGART, 09-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Die MAHLE … Read the full press release

Scientists identified compound that can kill the parasites responsible for Chagas disease, leishmaniasis and sleeping sickness

LONDON, 09-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Scientists have identified a compound that can kill the parasites responsible for three neglected diseases: Chagas disease, leishmaniasis and sleeping sickness. These diseases affect millions of people in Latin America, Asia and Africa, but there are … Read the full press release

Deutschen Umwelthilfe: Würden alle so leben wie die Deutschen, bräuchten wir mehr als drei Erden

Alle jährlich regenerierbaren Ressourcen sind ab Montag, dem 8. August 2016, aufgebraucht – Deutsche leben über ihre Verhältnisse und sind Europameister beim Verpackungsmüll – Drogerien sind mitverantwortlich für unnötige Abfallberge und Ressourcenverschwendung – Neue Studie der DUH belegt: Ressourcenschutz spielt … Read the full press release

Creative Approach Saves Germany’s E-Commerce Industry

YEREVAN, 09-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The success of thousands of German businesses is in jeopardy, hindered by the oversubscribed domain extension .DE. Soon, there will be no domains left for new businesses to register. As the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) … Read the full press release

Stuttgart Music Festival of the renowned International Bach Academy with two concerts in Mercedes-Benz Museum during September 2016

STUTTGART, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Premiere with drums and four grand pianos: in September 2016, for the first time, the Stuttgart Music Festival of the renowned International Bach Academy will see two concerts taking place in the Mercedes-Benz Museum. On 3 … Read the full press release

BNP Paribas: Success of First Hawaiian, Inc. IPO on the NASDAQ; Following the IPO BNP Paribas will hold 84.9% of FHI’s common stock

PARIS, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — On Wednesday 3 August 2016, First Hawaiian, Inc. (“FHI”) announced the pricing of its initial public offering (“IPO”). The IPO comprises approximately 21.1 million shares, or 15.1% of FHI’s common stock, to be sold by an … Read the full press release

EBA / ECB EU-wide Stress Test confirms BNP Paribas’ balance sheet strength and the quality of its risk policy

PARIS, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — On 29 July 2016 the European Banking Authority (EBA) published the results of the EU-wide Stress Test carried out jointly with the European Central Bank (ECB). This exercise covered the 51 most important banks of the … Read the full press release

ADAC: Wer zu den Olympischen Spielen nach Brasilien reist sollten an Impfungen denken

ADAC informiert über aktuelle Gesundheitsrisiken auf Reisen STUTTGART, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Wer zu den Olympischen Spielen nach Brasilien reist, sollte sich vorher über mögliche Gesundheitsrisiken informieren. Für eine Einreise nach Brasilien sind keine Impfungen erforderlich; der ADAC rät dennoch, den … Read the full press release

Ausgewogene Ernährung: Die Food-verliebte Schauspielerin Janina Uhse und Profikoch Tarik Rose starten für EDEKA in Rio während der Olympischen Spiele

Schauspielerin Janina Uhse und Profikoch Tarik Rose starten für EDEKA in Rio während der Olympischen Spiele Die Genuss-Experten messen sich in kulinarisch-sportlichen Challenges Partnerschaft mit der Deutschen Olympiamannschaft für ausgewogene Ernährung geht in die nächste Runde HAMBURG, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ … Read the full press release

EDEKA Südwest ehrt langjährige Mitarbeiterin: Siglinde Franke feiert 40-jährige Betriebszugehörigkeit

OFFENBURG, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — EDEKA Südwest ehrt langjährige Mitarbeiterin. Seit dem 1. August 1976 ist Siglinde Franke bei EDEKA Südwest in Offenburg tätig, davon 22 Jahre lang in der Verwaltung des Ortenauer Weinkellers, einer Tochterfirma des Lebensmittelgroßhändlers. Duschan Gert, Geschäftsbereichsleiter … Read the full press release

EDEKA Jäger eröffnet neuen Markt am Terminal 3/Ankunft im Stuttgarter Flughafen

STUTTGART, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Am kommenden Mittwoch, 10.08.2016, ist es endlich soweit: Dann öffnet der neue EDEKA-Markt am Terminal 3/Ankunft im Flughafen Stuttgart seine Pforten. Inhaber Florian Jäger, der bereits einen EDEKA-Markt in Musberg betreibt, freut sich gemeinsam mit Marktleiterin … Read the full press release

Die Industrie- und Handelskammer Neubrandenburg zeichnet EDEKA Handelsgesellschaft Nord mbH in Malchow als „TOP Ausbildungsbetrieb 2016“ aus

Neumünster, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Die Industrie- und Handelskammer Neubrandenburg vergab am 5. Juli 2016 den Titel „TOP Ausbildungsbetrieb“ und möchte so Akzente für eine erfolgreiche Ausbildung setzen. Die EDEKA Handelsgesellschaft Nord mbH in Malchow wurde mit dieser begehrten Auszeichnung zum … Read the full press release

Production jubilee for Audi Q5: The millionth SUV drove off the assembly line at Audi’s main plant in Ingolstadt

Production jubilee for mid-range SUV Plant Director Albert Mayer: “The international success of the Audi Q5 is due to the outstanding performance of our team” Best-selling premium SUV in its segment: nearly 1.6 million deliveries worldwide INGOLSTADT, 08-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — This Thursday (08/06/16), the one-millionth Audi Q5 drove … Read the full press release

Audi 1H2016: 950,000 automobiles delivered and revenue increase to €30.1 billion

Growth in cars delivered and revenue Operating return on sales before special items of 8.8 percent Audi CEO Rupert Stadler: “We are applying the earnings from our core business operations and develop strategic areas for the future” CFO Axel Strotbek: … Read the full press release

Oxford University researchers discovered what causes a switch to flip in our brains and wake us up

OXFORD, 05-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Oxford University researchers have discovered what causes a switch to flip in our brains and wake us up. The discovery, published in the journal Nature, brings us closer to understanding the mystery of sleep. Sleep is … Read the full press release

Oxford researchers to make it much easier and cheaper to diagnose pneumonia

OXFORD, 05-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Oxford researchers are developing a tool to make it much easier and cheaper to diagnose pneumonia – the number one killer of children under 5. Their latest research is published in Journal of the Royal Society … Read the full press release

Oxford University Clinical Research Unit in Vietnam: Rapid (5-minute) test can reduce antibiotic misuse for respiratory infections

OXFORD, 05-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Researchers from the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit in Vietnam have shown that using a rapid (5-minute) test can reduce antibiotic misuse for respiratory infections. Cutting the number of unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions is a key way … Read the full press release

MARR S.p.A. 1H2016: increased revenues to EUR 722.8 compared to EUR 697.9 in 2015

MARR: The Board of Directors approves the results of the first half of 2016.  Increase in revenues and operating profits confirmed in the first six months:  Total consolidated revenues of 722.8 million Euros (697.9 in 2015)  Consolidated EBITDA of 49.5 … Read the full press release

Norfund, FMO and Rabobank to reaffirm their long-term commitment to Africa’s future development

Norfund, FMO and Rabobank have entered into a partnership to reaffirm their long-term commitment to Africa’s future development, growth potential and the local financial sector. The partners are committed to strengthen and develop effective, inclusive financial systems in Africa. It … Read the full press release

Sander Daniels to give FMO colleagues further insight in their own GHG footprint at the Nudge Global Leadership Challenge (NGLC) program

THE HAGUE, 05-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — His mission: to give FMO colleagues further insight in their own GHG footprint Within the setup of the Nudge Global Leadership Challenge (NGLC) program, Sander Daniels aims to support FMO colleagues to decrease their personal GHG footprint … Read the full press release

Kapsch CarrierCom provided TETRA communications infrastructure for the new metro Line 4 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

TETRA infrastructure for the new metro Line 4 has been successfully implemented at Metro Rio Vienna/Rio De Janeiro, 05-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The new metro Line 4 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil has started operating on August 1, just in … Read the full press release

DNV GL: Minimizing energy costs with the new release of Synergi Water

The new release of DNV GL’s Synergi Water will include four modules that have previously been separately licensed. The addition of these modules – Unidirectional Flushing, Pipe Design, Calibration and Pump Scheduling – supports Synergi Water’s position as a uniquely … Read the full press release

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) to authorize DNV GL to participate in the Alternate Compliance Program (ACP)

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) and DNV GL signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) authorizing DNV GL to participate in the Alternate Compliance Program (ACP) and delegated certain survey and certification services for U.S. flagged vessels. Washington, D.C.,USA, 05-Aug-2016 … Read the full press release

DNV GL made three key additions to its Sustainable Use business: Craig Williamson, Bob Ramirez, and Marc Collins

New experts strengthen DNV GL’s advanced data analytics and strategic consulting capabilities to support customers in energy efficiency planning and evaluation. OAKLAND, Calif., USA, 05-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — DNV GL, the world’s largest resource of independent energy experts and certification body, … Read the full press release

Klaus Josef Lutz appointed Chairman of the Management Board of BayWa AG until 2022

MUNICH, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — On 3 August 2016, the Supervisory Board of BayWa AG, Munich, unanimously voted to appoint Klaus Josef Lutz (58) as Chairman of the Management Board for an additional term of office until 2022. This decision extends Lutz’ existing … Read the full press release

Shire Q2 2016: completed the combination with Baxalta to create the leading global biotechnology company

Integration on track; operating cost synergy expectations increased Pipeline progression continues with FDA approval of XIIDRA for dry eye disease DUBLIN, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Shire plc (“Shire”) (LSE: SHP, NASDAQ: SHPG) announces unaudited results for the three months ended June … Read the full press release

Shire plc: U.S. FDA approved the BAXJECT III reconstitution system for ADYNOVATE

New system reduces number of steps in the treatment process for hemophilia A patients on ADYNOVATE [Antihemophilic Factor, (Recombinant), PEGylated] LEXINGTON, Mass., 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Shire plc (LSE: SHP, NASDAQ: SHPG) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) … Read the full press release

The Swiss consumer sentiment remained unchanged between April and July 2016; now below the long-term average for the fifth quarter in a row

BERN, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Consumer sentiment remained unchanged between April and July 2016* and is now below the long-term average for the fifth quarter in a row. Most sub-indices also saw no major change, except regarding inflation, with the 1,200 … Read the full press release

The President of the Swiss Confederation Johann N. Schneider-Ammann in Bogotá on an official visit

BERN, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — On Wednesday 3 August, the President of the Swiss Confederation, Johann N. Schneider-Ammann, was welcomed by Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos in Bogotá on an official visit. This is the first visit by a Swiss … Read the full press release

ASEAN member states accorded Switzerland sectoral dialogue partner status

Neuchâtel, Switzerland, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — (FSO) – Turnover in the retail sector fell by 4.6% in nominal terms in June 2016 compared with the previous year. The decline has been ongoing since January 2015. This is the largest decline … Read the full press release

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles: FCA US sold 180,727 units in July 2016, up 0.3 percent YoY

Jeep® and Ram Truck brands both up 5 percent year-over-year Sales of Jeep Renegade up 57 percent in July versus same month in 2015 Ram ProMaster and Ram ProMaster City vans drive brand increase in July All-new 2017 Fiat 124 … Read the full press release

Gruppo Editoriale L’Espresso S.p.A. and ITEDI S.p.A. set out the terms of the proposed integration between the two companies

LONDON, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Gruppo Editoriale L’Espresso S.p.A. (“GELE“) and ITEDI S.p.A. (“Itedi“), in  furtherance of the memorandum of understanding dated March 2nd of this year, announced today the signing of a framework agreement, which sets out the terms of … Read the full press release

XING AG posts significantly increased revenues in 1H2016; paying members in the D-A-CH region now 914,000

Total revenues rise by 21 per cent B2B E-Recruiting segment grows by 29 per cent EBITDA increases by 29 per cent, profits rise by 34 per cent HAMBURG, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — XING AG, operator of the leading online business network … Read the full press release

Apax Partners acquires Telemar Group to create the world’s leading maritime communications, digital solutions and servicing specialist

Apax Partners creates a new maritime group to service customers with integrated offering of broadband communications, digital solutions, bridge electronics and on-board maintenance   Oslo/Paris/Rome, 04-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Apax Partners has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Telemar Group from its … Read the full press release

UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Awards $245M contract to BAE Systems for the Maritime Indirect Fires System (MIFS) for Type 26 Global Combat Ship

LONDON, 03-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — BAE Systems has received a $245 million contract from the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to provide the gun system, known as the Maritime Indirect Fires System (MIFS), for the Type 26 Global Combat Ship. This … Read the full press release

BAE Systems 1H2016: Despite economic and political uncertainties, governments in our major markets continue to prioritise national security

LONDON, 03-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Ian King, BAE Systems’ Chief Executive, said: “In the first half of 2016, BAE Systems performed well. Despite economic and political uncertainties, governments in our major markets continue to prioritise national security, with strong demand for … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal published its half-year report for the six-month period ended 30 June, 2016

LUXEMBOURG, 03-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — ArcelorMittal has today published its half-year report for the six-month period ended 30 June, 2016. The report published today is available on http://corporate.arcelormittal.com/ under Investors > Financial reports > Half-year reports, and on the electronic database … Read the full press release

BP Trinidad and Tobago LLC and Atlantic LNG announce successful sanction of the Trinidad Onshore Compression (TROC) project

LONDON, 03-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — BP Trinidad and Tobago LLC (“bpTT”) and Atlantic LNG (“Atlantic”) today announced the successful sanction of the Trinidad Onshore Compression (TROC) project. After finalization of key project agreements between the Atlantic shareholders, the National Gas Company … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bundesbank: Federal Government will reopen the 0 % bond of the Federal Republic of Germany of 2016 (2026)

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, 03-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — As already announced in the issuance calendar for the third quarter of 2016, the Federal Government will reopen the 0 % bond of the Federal Republic of Germany of 2016 (2026) issued on 13 July … Read the full press release

Statoil ASA will acquire Petrobras’ 66% operated interest of the BM-S-8 offshore licence in Brazil’s highly prolific Santos basin

Statoil ASA (OSE:STL, NYSE:STO) and Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. – Petrobras(“Petrobras”) (BVMF: PETR4, NYSE:PBR) have agreed that Statoil will acquirePetrobras’ 66% operated interest of the BM-S-8 offshore licence in Brazil’s highly prolific Santos basin. The acquisition includes a substantial part of … Read the full press release