Daily Archives: 14, July 2023

Borealis Expands Innovation Award to Include Scientists and Start-ups Driving Circular Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has launched the Borealis Scientific Innovation Award (BSIA) to accelerate the circular transformation and promote sustainable progress. The award aims to recognize innovative ideas from academia, start-ups, scale-ups, engineers, and chemical engineers. Submissions are open until September … Read the full press release

Holcim Advances Net-Zero Agenda with EU Innovation Fund Support for CCUS Projects

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, a global building materials leader, has secured three grants from the EU Innovation Fund for its breakthrough Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) projects in Belgium, France, and Croatia. These grants support Holcim’s efforts to advance the … Read the full press release

EQT AB to Repurchase up to 1.8 Million Shares as part of Share Allocation Program

(IN BRIEF) EQT AB has announced its plan to repurchase a maximum of 1,800,000 of its own ordinary shares, amounting to a total maximum value of SEK 500,000,000. The decision was made in accordance with the authorization granted by the … Read the full press release

EBRD Provides US$90 Million Loan to Akbank for Türkiye Earthquake Recovery

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a loan of up to US$90 million to Akbank in Türkiye as part of the Türkiye Disaster Response Framework. The loan will assist businesses and individuals affected by … Read the full press release

NLB Banka Prishtina Becomes EBRD Partner to Empower Women Entrepreneurs in Kosovo

(IN BRIEF) NLB Banka Prishtina has partnered with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in Kosovo. The EBRD has provided two loans totaling €10 million to NLB Prishtina, which will lend the funds to small businesses in Kosovo, … Read the full press release

European Union’s Global Gateway Initiative Supports Sustainable Projects in South America

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced the signing of multiple loans during the European Union-Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) Summit of Heads of State and Government. These loans will provide financing for climate action … Read the full press release

Vodafone Implements Network Slicing for Business and Public Sector Critical Applications

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone is leveraging network slicing technology to provide business customers with dedicated slices of the network to support on-demand, secure, and reliable connectivity. Network slicing allows the creation of virtual networks that can be isolated and optimized for … Read the full press release

Terna’s Driving Energy Award 2023 Sees Record Participation in Contemporary Photography

(IN BRIEF) Terna’s Driving Energy Award 2023 – Contemporary Photography has received a record number of participants, with 2,800 photographs submitted from all regions and provinces of Italy. The second edition of the award focuses on the theme “In praise … Read the full press release

UAE and Spain Collaborate on Boosting Renewable Energy Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Chairman of Masdar, and Ignacio Galán, Executive Chairman of Iberdrola, met in Madrid to discuss increasing renewable energy capacity and supporting global net-zero goals. The meeting took place ahead of the UAE hosting the … Read the full press release

VINCI Consortium Secures First Design-Build Contract for Grand Paris Express Line 15 West

(IN BRIEF) Société du Grand Paris has awarded a €2.71 billion design-build contract to a consortium led by VINCI Construction and VINCI Energies for the first section of Line 15 West of the Grand Paris Express. The project includes the … Read the full press release

MICHELIN Guide 2023 Announces Culinary Stars in Guangzhou, Introducing Special Awards

(IN BRIEF) The MICHELIN Guide Guangzhou 2023 has revealed its latest selection of culinary establishments in the city. The sixth edition features a total of 119 recommended restaurants, including 3 Two MICHELIN Star, 16 One MICHELIN Star, 42 Bib Gourmand, … Read the full press release

SEAT S.A. Demonstrates Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at Pride BCN 2023

(IN BRIEF) SEAT S.A. is reaffirming its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity by sponsoring Pride BCN for the second consecutive year. The company will participate in the Pride march with employees riding on a specially designed bus, showcasing artwork … Read the full press release

Bosch Commences Volume Production of Fuel-Cell Power Module, Investing €2.5 Billion in Hydrogen Technology

(IN BRIEF) Bosch has announced the start of volume production of its fuel-cell power module, marking its entry into the hydrogen age of mobility. The module will be used in Nikola Corporation’s Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks, scheduled … Read the full press release

Barclays Encourages Over 65s to Tap into Online Marketplaces and Clear Clutter, Unlocking Potential £700 Boost

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has conducted research revealing that over 65s in the UK could potentially earn nearly £700 by selling unwanted items online. However, despite having an average of 18 items they would like to sell, only a quarter of … Read the full press release

Hexagon to Present Interim Report for Second Quarter 2023 on July 26

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon, the global leader in digital reality solutions, will be releasing its Interim Report for the second quarter of 2023 on July 26. The report will be made available at approximately 08:00 CET. Hexagon’s President and CEO, Paolo … Read the full press release

NatWest Group Aims to Support 10 Million People Annually with Financial Wellbeing by 2027

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) NatWest Group has set a goal to assist 10 million individuals each year in managing their financial wellbeing by 2027. They have already achieved a previous target of helping 2 million people save over £100 for the first … Read the full press release

NatWest Enables Tap to Pay on iPhone for Businesses Across the UK

(IN BRIEF) NatWest has announced the availability of Tap to Pay on iPhone for eligible businesses across the UK. Through the NatWest Tap to Pay iOS app, businesses can seamlessly accept contactless payments using their iPhone, without the need for … Read the full press release

Arkema, Polymem, and Tergys Collaborate on Innovative Autonomous Filtration Systems for Clean Drinking Water Supply

(IN BRIEF) Arkema, Polymem, and Tergys have partnered to develop innovative autonomous filtration systems that address the challenge of supplying drinking water to remote and disaster-stricken areas. The collaboration builds on the expertise of Arkema and Polymem in the development … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and Partners Make Final Investment Decision for Rio Grande LNG Project in South Texas

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies, in collaboration with Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), NextDecade Corporation, GIC, and Mubadala, has reached the final investment decision (FID) to develop phase 1 of the Rio Grande LNG (RGLNG) project in South Texas. The initial phase includes … Read the full press release

EUROGATE and CONROO Introduce ‘Digital Trucker Card’ for Safer and Efficient Container Terminal Operations

(IN BRIEF) EUROGATE, a leading container terminal operator in Germany, is partnering with CONROO to introduce the ‘Digital Trucker Card’ as a replacement for the traditional plastic trucker card used for access authorization at its container terminals. The new solution … Read the full press release

German Bundeswehr Expands Framework Agreement with Rheinmetall for Tank Ammunition Supply

(IN BRIEF) The German Bundeswehr has increased its existing framework agreement with Rheinmetall to €4 billion for the supply of tank ammunition. Rheinmetall has emerged as a major supplier of 120mm tank ammunition to the German armed forces, highlighting its … Read the full press release

Empa and Eawag Campus: A Model of Innovation and Sustainable Construction

(IN BRIEF) The future campus of Empa and Eawag is being designed as a leading example of environmentally friendly and climate-conscious construction. The campus incorporates various energy-saving and energy-generating ideas, from geothermal probes for seasonal energy storage to the use … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Embraces Artificial Intelligence to Transform the Construction Industry

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM, a leading construction company, is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize the industry. Recognizing AI’s potential to address challenges like skills shortages and low productivity, GRAHAM has established a dedicated business intelligence team to … Read the full press release

Hempel Successfully Divests Assets in Russia to Atomstroykomplex

(IN BRIEF) Hempel, a global coatings manufacturer, has successfully completed the divestment of its assets in Russia. The company obtained the necessary approvals from both Danish and Russian authorities for the transaction. Atomstroykomplex has acquired Hempel’s legal entity in Russia, … Read the full press release

Port of Hull Enhances Efficiency and Sustainability with New Volvo L150H Shovel

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Hull, operated by Associated British Ports (ABP), has received a new Volvo L150H shovel at its dry bulk handling facility, North Gap. This investment is part of ABP’s ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure in the … Read the full press release

UK Receives First Shipment of Net Zero Fertiliser at Southampton Port, Advancing Sustainable Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) Southampton’s port in the UK welcomed a historic arrival of green fertiliser, marking a significant milestone in the country. Grupo Fertiberia’s Impact Zero product line, known for its use of renewable energy during production, was imported by Bartholomews … Read the full press release