Daily Archives: 16, June 2023

Saab’s Arexis Sensor Suite Preferred for German Eurofighter EW Variant

(IN BRIEF) Saab’s Arexis sensor suite has been selected as the preferred solution for the German Eurofighter Electronic Warfare (EW) variant by Germany’s defence procurement office (BAAINBw). This follows Germany’s plan to equip 15 Eurofighters for EW missions. Saab’s Arexis … Read the full press release

Bianca Bellová and Translator Alex Zucker Receive EBRD Literature Prize for ‘The Lake’

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the winner of the EBRD Literature Prize 2023. “The Lake” by Bianca Bellová, translated from Czech into English by Alex Zucker and published by Parthian Books, emerged as … Read the full press release

Mexico and EIB Enhance Collaboration on Sustainable Financing for Development Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Mexico have signed a declaration of intent to strengthen their strategic partnership on financing sustainable development in Mexico. The agreement aims to provide appropriate and affordable … Read the full press release

Hydro Partners with SolarDuck and TNB for Offshore Floating Solar Energy Project in Malaysia

(IN BRIEF) Hydro, a global aluminium supplier, has signed a letter of intent to collaborate with SolarDuck and subsidiaries of Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) on an offshore floating solar energy project in Malaysia. The partnership aims to advance offshore floating … Read the full press release

Michelin Group Takes Full Ownership of ASM Clermont Auvergne, Ensuring Club Continuity and Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Michelin Group has acquired full ownership of ASM Clermont Auvergne, a renowned rugby club. The acquisition aims to ensure the club’s continuity and guide its transformation. Michelin shares the club’s ambition to restore its athletic goals while improving … Read the full press release

Barclays Strengthens Industrials Team with Appointment of Yuri Shakhmin as Managing Director

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has announced the appointment of Yuri Shakhmin as a Managing Director in the Global Industrials Group within its Investment Banking division. Shakhmin’s extensive experience and track record in advising industrial clients make him a valuable addition to … Read the full press release

Sustainable Expansion: DHL Express Announces Construction of Helsinki Logistics Center

(IN BRIEF) DHL Express Finland has announced the construction of a new logistics center at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The facility, with an investment of approximately €100 million, will serve as the central hub for all incoming and outgoing Express shipments in … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole Payment Services Welcomes Philippe Marquetty as New CEO

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole Payment Services (CAPS) has appointed Philippe Marquetty as the Chief Executive Officer, effective from June 16, 2023. Marquetty, who joins the Management Committee of Crédit Agricole S.A., brings extensive experience in financial institutions and the payments … Read the full press release

Glencore Completes Sale of Cobar Copper Mine to Metals Acquisition Corp

(IN BRIEF) Glencore, a global mining and commodities trading company, has completed the sale of its 100% interest in Cobar Management Pty Ltd (CMPL), the owner of the Cobar copper mine in New South Wales, Australia, to Metals Acquisition Corp … Read the full press release

Global Solar Leader, Lightsource bp, Launches New Madrid Headquarters to Drive Renewable Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp, a global leader in solar energy projects, has opened its new headquarters in Madrid, Spain. The company has experienced significant growth in just four years and has established itself as a leader in the Spanish renewable … Read the full press release