(IN BRIEF) “ROAD – Rome Advanced District” has been launched, forming a network of companies including Eni, Acea, Autostrade per l’Italia, Bridgestone, Cisco, Gruppo FS, and NextChem (MAIRE). The project aims to create a technological innovation district in Rome’s Ostiense … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Italy, Science, Technology
Tagged ACEA, Autostrade per l'Italia, Bridgestone, Cisco, clean tech start-ups, energy supply chains, Eni, Gasometer, Gruppo FS, Joule Business School, MAIRE, NextChem, Ostiense, Rome, Smart Cities, sustainable mobility, ZERO accelerator, “ROAD - Rome Advanced District”
(IN BRIEF) Soapbox Science is returning to Exeter for its 7th event, featuring 12 female scientists sharing their research with the public on June 10th. The initiative aims to bring science to the general public and challenge gender stereotypes in … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Science, Society, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Biosciences, Bournemouth University, Cryptococcal meningitis, Daisy Harley-Nyang, diversity, Dr Alison Gifford, Dr Ann Power, Dr Delphine De Moor, Dr Lauren Biermann, Dr Liliane Mukaremera, Dr Safi Darden, Dr Sophia Amenyah, equality, Exeter, Exeter Quayside, female scientists, geneticist, Hunting Cancer with Nanoparticles, Imogen Fermor-Worth, Inclusion, Ioana Blein-Dezayes, Katie Partridge, Microplastics in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Piazza Terracina, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, Rebekah White, Soapbox Science, the University of Exeter
(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has expanded its product range by incorporating the HENDRICKSON ULTIMAAX elastomer suspension. The addition of this suspension system, known for its comfort and durability, offers an alternative to traditional leaf spring suspension. It provides … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Germany, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged construction use, durability, Gregor Jentzsch, heavy-duty applications, heavy-duty truck, Helfried Jelinek, HENDRICKSON ULTIMAAX elastomer suspension, Johannes Thalmann, lightweight design, MAN Truck & Bus, off-road, reduced CO2 emissions, stability, suspension system, ULTIMAAX suspension
(IN BRIEF) UK Biobank has entered the second stage of its whole-body scanning study, where 60,000 volunteers will be re-scanned to analyze changes that have occurred since their initial scans. The study, conducted in collaboration with organizations such as the … Read the full press release
Posted in Healthcare, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged biomedical database, bone density, British Heart Foundation, Calico, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, CZI, dementia, Dementias Platform UK, DEXA, dual energy X-ray absorptiometry, magnetic resonance imaging, Medical Research Council, MRC, MRI, Professor Paul Matthews, Professor Sir Rory Collins, research resource, study, The whole-body scanning study, UK Biobank e, ultrasound, ultrasounds of carotid arteries, Wellcome, whole-body scanning, X-ray
(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus is partnering with autonomous driving technology specialist Mobileye to develop autonomous city buses. The collaboration aims to achieve highly automated driving in city buses that are ready for series production. The first milestone is … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Hapag-Lloyd, a global container shipping company, has announced executive changes with Joerg Sonne appointed as the Senior Managing Director for Region North Europe, replacing Martin Rolf, who will transition to the role of Managing Director Human Resources. Sonne … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged appointment, container shipping, Hapag-Lloyd, Joerg Sonne, logistics, Martin Rolf, Rolf Habben Jansen, shipping, UASC
(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval Business Unit Brazed & Fusion Bonded Heat Exchangers has announced an expansion of its production of brazed plate heat exchangers to meet the increasing demand driven by the global energy transition. The capacity expansion includes investments … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by the University of Lincoln and University of Bristol has revealed that forced marriages continue to be a widespread issue in England and Wales. The research focused on Forced Marriage Protection Orders (FMPOs), which aim … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Politics, Security & Safety, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Aisha K. Gill, crimes, domestic violence, FMPOs, Forced Marriage Protection Orders, forced marriages, LGBTQ+, Middle Eastern diaspora, Nuffield Foundation, preventing forced marriages, South Asian diaspora, Sundari Anitha, University of Bristol, University of Lincoln, Wales
(IN BRIEF) Terna, the national transmission grid operator in Italy, has launched the authorization process for a new power line in the province of Syracuse. This initiative aims to improve the reliability and security of the electricity transmission service. The … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Triton, an investment firm, has announced the launch of Ramudden Global as the new brand name and identity for its group of tech-enabled infrastructure safety companies. This development follows the merger of portfolio companies Ramudden and AVS in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged arboriculture, AVS, Chevron, digital services, Hans Olov Blom, highway traffic management, infrastructure safety, Nadia Meier-Kirner, Ramudden, Ramudden Global, tech-enabled infrastructure safety, traffic management, Triton
(IN BRIEF) Atos, a leading global technology company, has announced changes to its Board of Directors and the convening of its 2023 Annual General Meeting. The Board approved the renewal of Caroline Ruellan’s mandate as a director and the appointment … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group is recognizing the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOT) on May 17 during European Diversity Month. The EIB Group reaffirms its commitment to upholding the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, European Union, Luxembourg, Society
Tagged bisexual, diversity, EIB, EIB Group, European Diversity Month, European Investment Bank, gay, human rights, IDAHOT, International Day Against Homophobia, intersex, lesbian, LGBTIQ, LGBTIQ inclusion, LGBTIQ rights, transgender, Transphobia and Biphobia
(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in collaboration with the European Union (EU) and ILX Management, has formed a partnership to enhance private-sector finance in emerging markets. The initiative aims to attract investments of up to … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Economy, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Investment, United Kingdom
Tagged asset manager, Caucasus, EBRD, EFSD+, EU, European Union, ILX Management, Manfred Schepers, Odile Renaud-Basso, Türkiye, Valdis Dombrovskis, Western Balkans
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a €600 million contract to deliver 17 additional ICE 3neo trains to Deutsche Bahn. This brings the total ICE 3neo fleet to 90 trains. The trains, known for their high speed and innovative features, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Germany, Industrial, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged DB, Deutsche Bahn, Dr. Michael Peterson, ICE 3neo, Michael Peter, Siemens Mobility, trains, Velaro MS
(IN BRIEF) EBRD finances the acquisition of electric buses and the establishment of an e-bus depot in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The initiative will provide eco-friendly public transport for approximately 560,000 residents and supports Samarkand’s sustainable development goals. The project is the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) EBRD and the European Commission have approved a financial package to rehabilitate railway lines in Moldova. The €71 million project will receive a €20 million investment grant from the EU, a €23 million loan from EBRD, and €28 … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Telekom’s MagentaZuhause app has received high security certification from AV-TEST, an esteemed IT security institute. The certification confirms that the app effectively safeguards communication with connected devices, protecting against potential hacker attacks and ensuring data privacy. The app’s … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Arkema has announced its acquisition of Polytec PT, a German company specializing in thermal interface materials for batteries and engineering adhesives for the electronics market. The acquisition will strengthen Bostik’s product offerings in the growing batteries and electronics … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, France, Germany, Industrial, Investment
Tagged acquisition, adhesives, Arkema, batteries, Bostik, electronics, Polytec PT, thermal interface materials, VINCENT LEGROS
(IN BRIEF) Intesa Sanpaolo has been named the top innovative bank in Europe for ESG securitisation by Structured Credit Investor. The award recognizes Intesa Sanpaolo’s development of new ESG asset classes, innovative structuring, volume of transactions, and active credit risk … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Volvo Group is hosting its annual Mobility Transformation Forum in Brussels, emphasizing the need for dialogue between policymakers and the industry on the future of mobility. The event will showcase Volvo Group’s investments in fossil-free propulsion technologies and … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Belgium, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Sweden, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged AI technologies, Anna Borg, battery electric, Brussels, charging capabilities, Clara de la Torre, Ebba Busch, Green mobility, hydrogen-powered, infrastructure, Lars Stenqvist, logistics, Martin Lundstedt, mobility, Mobility Transformation Forum, Oscar de Bok, Pascal Canfin MEP, Timo Kiiha, Volvo Group
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