Daily Archives: 29, September 2023

Zhejiang Jingxing Paper Enhances Quality and Efficiency with State-of-the-Art DIP Line from ANDRITZ

(IN BRIEF) Zhejiang Jingxing Paper Co., Ltd., a prominent Chinese packaging paper and household tissue manufacturer, has successfully initiated operations on a high-capacity deinking pulp (DIP) line supplied by ANDRITZ at its facility in Pinghu City, Zhejiang Province, China. This … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Recognized in Fortune’s ‘Change the World’ List for Fourth Time

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, a leader in digital energy management and automation, has earned a place on Fortune’s 2023 “Change the World” list for the fourth time. This list ranks companies globally that are making a positive social or environmental … Read the full press release

Infineon Introduces Enhanced USB-C Cable Assembly Controller for Reliable Power Delivery and Data Transfer

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG is launching the EZ-PD™ CMG2, a USB-C Electronically-Marked Cable Assembly (EMCA) controller designed to deliver robust USB-C Power Delivery (PD) solutions. This controller, part of the EZ-PD portfolio, supports USB-PD 3.1 and Type-C 2.1 standards, … Read the full press release

ZF Wind Power Invests in Sustainable Water Transport for Offshore Wind Turbine Powertrains

(IN BRIEF) ZF Wind Power and Vestas are addressing the growing demand for wind energy and larger offshore wind turbines with the V236-15.0 MWTM powertrain. This powertrain aims to push the boundaries of offshore wind energy production, with a single … Read the full press release

ZF Introduces Next-Gen Rail Drives for Milan and Rome Metros, Enhancing Efficiency and Comfort

(IN BRIEF) ZF, a leading technology company, will supply the metros built by Hitachi Rail for Milan and Rome, Italy, with its latest two-stage spur gear drives. These drives offer several improvements, including a 10% reduction in weight, noise-optimized gearing, … Read the full press release

Voith Enhances OnCare.Health Solution with Wireless Sensors for Predictive Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) Voith has integrated innovative wireless sensors into its OnCare.Health solution to improve maintenance efficiency in papermaking. These sensors can be deployed across the entire papermaking line for various paper grades, from stock preparation to the paper machine’s rotating … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom’s Sustainable Food Packaging Papers Receive Western Michigan Recyclability Certification

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a leading producer of sustainable and fiber-based packaging solutions, has achieved Western Michigan Recyclability Certification for several food packaging base papers utilizing its proprietary FluoroFree® technology. These products are used in applications like quick service restaurant packaging, … Read the full press release

EWUU Alliance Strengthens Collaboration with New Scientific Directors and Director of Education

(IN BRIEF) The alliance of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), Wageningen University & Research (WUR), Utrecht University (UU), and UMC Utrecht (EWUU) has appointed two Scientific Directors and a Director of EWUU Education to enhance collaboration among the institutions. Ines … Read the full press release

Iron Powder Research Receives €900,000 Funding for Green Energy Storage

(IN BRIEF) Research into the potential of iron powder as an energy carrier on an industrial scale has received €900,000 in funding from science financier NWO and various organizations. The project, known as CIRCL (Closing the Iron Reduction-Combustion Loop), involves … Read the full press release

VELUX Group Appoints Aliëtte van der Wal-van Dijk as EVP for Global Marketing

(IN BRIEF) The VELUX Group, a leading manufacturer of roof windows and skylights, has named Aliëtte van der Wal-van Dijk as the new Executive Vice President (EVP) for VELUX Global Marketing, effective from December 1. Aliëtte, with over 25 years … Read the full press release

University of York Attains Gold Rating in National Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

(IN BRIEF) The University of York has received the highest accolade, a Gold rating, in the latest national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). The judging panel commended the university for its course content and delivery, which “inspire students to actively engage … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Achieves Triple Gold Rating in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has received the highest accolade, a Gold rating, across all three categories of student experience, student outcomes, and overall assessment in the government’s Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Out of 228 universities participating in the … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Awarded Gold Rating in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has achieved the highest rating, Gold, in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, a national scheme administered by the Office for Students (OfS) to recognize and encourage excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes … Read the full press release

MAHLE Group Achieves Science-Based Climate Targets in Line with Paris Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The MAHLE Group has received confirmation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) that its climate targets align with the goals of the Paris Agreement and are scientifically sound. The automotive supplier has committed to reducing its Scope … Read the full press release

Kalmar to Supply Rotterdam Short Sea Terminals with Six Hybrid Straddle Carriers for Eco-Efficient Operations

(IN BRIEF) Kalmar, a division of Cargotec, has secured an agreement with Rotterdam Short Sea Terminals (RST) to deliver six Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers as part of the terminal’s fleet renewal program aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability. RST, Europe’s largest … Read the full press release

Vestas Secures Order for 25 Wind Turbines in Sweden’s Horshaga Wind Park

(IN BRIEF) Vestas, a leading wind turbine manufacturer, has received a substantial order from SR Energy AB for the Horshaga wind park in southern Sweden’s Uppvidinge municipality. The order encompasses 20 V162-6.2 MW and five V150-4.5 MW wind turbines, along … Read the full press release

KVG Kiel Expands Electric Fleet with 50 New Generation Citeas from VDL Bus & Coach

(IN BRIEF) KVG Kieler Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH has entered into an agreement with VDL Bus & Coach to acquire 50 new generation Citea electric buses, with an option for an additional 10 units. These electric vehicles will be delivered in 2024 … Read the full press release

Aurubis Continues Commitment to Responsible Copper Production with Copper Mark Certification

(IN BRIEF) Aurubis, a prominent global multimetal producer and a leading copper recycler, has successfully completed the Copper Mark certification process for its Olen plant in Belgium, becoming the fourth site in its smelter network to receive the internationally recognized … Read the full press release

Outokumpu and Fissler Join Forces to Launch Low-Carbon Stainless Steel for Sustainable Cookware

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a leader in sustainable stainless steel, and Fissler, a premium cookware manufacturer, have collaborated to introduce Outokumpu Circle Green®, an innovative stainless steel with a remarkable up to 92% reduction in carbon footprint compared to industry averages. … Read the full press release