Daily Archives: 25, July 2023

Eni’s Strategic Move: Acquiring Chevron’s Interests in East Kalimantan Blocks

(IN BRIEF) Eni, a global energy company, announces the successful acquisition of Chevron interests in the Indonesian Blocks Ganal PSC, Rapak PSC, and Makassar Straits PSC, located in the Kutei Basin, offshore East Kalimantan. Eni already held a 20% interest … Read the full press release

Shell Divests 35 percent Participating Interest in Indonesia’s Masela Gas Project

(IN BRIEF) Shell plc’s subsidiary, Shell Upstream Overseas Services (I) Limited (“SUOS”), has agreed to sell its 35% participating interest in Indonesia’s Masela Production Sharing Contract (“Masela PSC”) to PT Pertamina Hulu Energi (“PHE”) and PETRONAS Masela Sdn. Bhd (“PETRONAS … Read the full press release

Lighting the Way: Škoda Introduces Striking Matrix-LED Headlight Upgrades in Scala and Kami

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has released design sketches showcasing the refreshed front end and all-new headlights of the Škoda Scala compact model and Škoda Kamiq city SUV. The Scala’s reshaped headlights now extend to the grille, featuring distinctive daytime running … Read the full press release

Euroclear’s Michael Carty to Lead LME Clear as CEO

(IN BRIEF) LME Clear has appointed Michael Carty as its new Chief Executive Officer and LME Clear Board Director, effective from October 2, 2023. With extensive experience in financial infrastructure and technology, Michael joins from Euroclear Group, where he held … Read the full press release

EIB Boosts Repsol’s Green Vision with €575 Million Loan for Spanish Renewables

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €575 million loan to support Repsol’s wind and solar PV projects in Spain, with a total capacity of 1.1 GW. The first tranche of €400 million will accelerate the energy … Read the full press release

European Energy Transition: Repsol Warns Against Overdependence on China and Russia

(IN BRIEF) During the General Shareholders’ Meeting, Repsol’s Chairman, Antonio Brufau, highlighted the company’s commitment to the energy transition and its potential for an “enormous opportunity.” Repsol aims to transform its business with a focus on human, technological, and industrial … Read the full press release

LEAG Advances Energy Transition with Permit Application for Innovative Power-to-X Plant in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Lausitz Energie Kraftwerke AG (LEAG), the largest private energy company in eastern Germany, has submitted a permit application for the construction of an innovative Power-to-X plant in Jänschwalde, Lusatia. The plant will store and re-electrify excess renewable energy … Read the full press release

Skanska Awarded $70M Contract to Redevelop Historic Clayton University Center at Lehigh University

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has secured a contract with Lehigh University to redevelop the Clayton University Center on its campus in Pennsylvania, USA, at a cost of USD 70 million (SEK 730 million). The renovation project involves upgrading various utilities, installing … Read the full press release

Roche and Alnylam Partner to Develop Promising RNAi Therapy for Hypertension Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Roche and Alnylam have entered into a partnership to jointly develop and commercialize zilebesiran, an investigational RNAi therapeutic for the treatment of hypertension. Hypertension affects a significant number of adults worldwide and is a major risk factor for … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Opens Applications for 2023 Sustainability Impact Awards, Expands to Include Customers and Suppliers

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has announced the opening of applications for the second installment of the Schneider Electric Sustainability Impact Awards. Launched in 2022, these awards recognize the contributions of Schneider’s partner ecosystem in promoting sustainability and digital transformation in … Read the full press release

Ørsted to Divest Remaining Stake in London Array Offshore Wind Farm for £717 Million

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted, a leading renewable energy company, has signed an agreement to sell its remaining 25% minority interest in the London Array Offshore Wind Farm in the UK to funds managed by Schroders Greencoat, a specialist asset manager in … Read the full press release

Terna Invests €19 Million in Underground Cable Project for Electricity Grid Upgrade in Frosinone

(IN BRIEF) Terna, an Italian company specializing in electricity transmission, is investing more than €19 million in a project to create a new underground cable and overhead power lines in the province of Frosinone. The project, authorized by the Italian … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Releases 2022 Sustainability Report, Showcasing Progress on Solar Projects and Environmental Stewardship

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, detailing the company’s sustainability strategy, progress, and achievements. The report highlights the development of 3GW of solar projects, efforts to achieve biodiversity net gain, updated greenhouse gas emission inventories, and … Read the full press release

Amey Consulting Introduces ‘ReStart’ Program to Facilitate STEM Professionals’ Return to the Workforce

(IN BRIEF) Amey Consulting, a prominent UK engineering consultancy, has launched the “ReStart” program to support qualified STEM professionals in re-entering the workforce. The 12-week paid placement opportunity is designed for individuals seeking to restart their careers or transition their … Read the full press release

Vodafone Appoints Luka Mucic as CFO and Executive Director Amidst Ongoing Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Group Plc has appointed Luka Mucic as the Chief Financial Officer and an Executive Director of Vodafone, effective from 1 September 2023. Luka Mucic’s appointment comes at a crucial time as Vodafone undergoes a transformation, and he … Read the full press release

Bentley’s Advancing Life Chances Strategy: Over 150 Grants Donated to UK Charities and Plans for Further Community Investments

(IN BRIEF) Bentley, as part of its new Advancing Life Chances (ALC) strategy, has launched a community investment programme to support charities and good causes across the UK. Through the Small Grants Programme, Bentley has already donated over 150 grants … Read the full press release

BASF’s Ultrason® P 3010 Enables Durable Milk Meter Sensors for Accurate Milk Quality Control in Smart Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s high-performance thermoplastic, Ultrason® P 3010, is being used by milkrite | InterPuls, a leading dairy equipment company, to manufacture durable milk meter sensors. These sensors are used for reliable and accurate milk quality control in the milking … Read the full press release

T-Systems Partners with IQM Quantum Computers to Offer Cloud Access to Quantum Systems for Enterprise Customers

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems has partnered with IQM Quantum Computers to offer its enterprise customers cloud access to IQM’s quantum systems. This expansion to a “multicloud” quantum landscape allows T-Systems customers to develop and train on IQM’s quantum infrastructure, potentially solving … Read the full press release

Aviva Strengthens Retail Insurance Business with Acquisition of Barclays Home Insurance Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Aviva, the leading home insurer in the UK, has entered into an agreement with Barclays UK to acquire its home insurance portfolio, which consists of 350,000 customers. The acquisition will support Aviva’s growth in the retail insurance business … Read the full press release

BAE Systems’ Ground Vehicle and Weapon Systems Network Contributes $1.9 Billion to U.S. Economy, Fosters Community Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems’ Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business released its 2022 Economic Impact Report, revealing a $1.9 billion contribution to the U.S. economy through its ground vehicle and weapon systems network. The company’s 12 sites and partnerships with over … Read the full press release

Allianz Unifies Global Commercial Insurance Business as ‘Allianz Commercial,’ Introduces New Regional Structure

Allianz Trade Study Reveals Gap Between Perceived and Actual Inflation, with Germany Experiencing Significant Disparity

(IN BRIEF) Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) and the commercial insurance businesses of local Allianz entities will now trade under the name “Allianz Commercial” as a single go-to-market business. This new global model offers insurance solutions for mid-sized businesses, … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates 20 Years of Tour de France Partnership with Electrifying Finale and Special Trophies

(IN BRIEF) The 110th Tour de France concluded with Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard winning the overall title, accompanied by a camouflaged new Superb Combi provided by Škoda Auto. The crystal trophies for the winners were created by Škoda’s design team. … Read the full press release

Joint Initiative on Circular Economy (JICE) Continues Beyond 2023 with €8.9 Billion Funding for Sustainable Projects

(IN BRIEF) The Joint Initiative on Circular Economy (JICE), led by the European Union’s largest public promotional banks and institutions, has decided to extend its efforts beyond the original time frame of 2023. Launched in 2019, JICE aims to provide … Read the full press release

EIB and Cellnex Join Forces with €315 Million Loan to Boost 5G Infrastructure and Digital Transition Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Cellnex have signed a €315 million finance contract to support the development of mobile telecoms infrastructure for 5G rollout in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Poland. The loan will unlock a total … Read the full press release

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and Romanian Authorities Seize €100,000 Worth of Toxic Products in Joint Operation

(IN BRIEF) The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) collaborated with Romanian authorities in an operation aimed at combating the illicit traffic of toxic products in Tulcea County, Romania. The joint effort resulted in the seizure of 353 liters of insecticide valued … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Receives Binding Acquisition Offer for Stenay Plant from Accursia Capital

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a global leader in sustainable specialty materials, has received a binding offer from Accursia Capital to acquire its Stenay plant in France. The offer comes after Ahlstrom launched a consultation process with employee representatives to potentially divest … Read the full press release