Monthly Archives: September 2023

ANDRITZ Renews Collaboration with Schönbrunn Zoo to Provide Specially Prepared Bamboo Diet for Giant Pandas

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a technology group known for processing various fibers in pulp and paper mills worldwide, has renewed its collaboration with Vienna’s Schönbrunn Zoo to provide specially prepared bamboo for the zoo’s giant pandas. In response to a unique … Read the full press release

Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) Partners with Indra to Pave the Way for Global SWIM System Deployment in Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) has teamed up with Indra Avitech to become one of the pioneers in implementing the SWIM (System Wide Information Management) system. SWIM is an intranet designed to connect all stakeholders in the aviation … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall’s Castings Unit Secures Major Orders for Cylinder Heads and Battery Trays from Top Global Automaker

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall’s Castings business unit has received two significant orders, one from a top global automaker based in Shanghai and another from a joint venture of the same company. The orders include cylinder heads and battery trays, with the … Read the full press release

GKN Aerospace’s Malaysia Facility Earns Key Certifications for Engine Parts Repair and Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace’s engine parts repair facility in Johor, Malaysia, has achieved significant certifications, including approvals from international airworthiness authorities such as CAAC, CAAS, and CAA in the UK. Additionally, the facility has obtained Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) qualification … Read the full press release

EVBox Livo and EVBox Elvi Chargers Qualify for Irish Government’s EV Home Charger Grant

(IN BRIEF) EVBox, a prominent electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, has announced that its EVBox Livo and EVBox Elvi AC charging stations in Ireland are now registered on the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) Smart Charger Register. This … Read the full press release

Sener Designs Eco-Friendly Cargo Vessels with Carbon Capture for Grona Shipping

(IN BRIEF) Engineering firm Sener has developed the conceptual and basic engineering for two cargo vessels with carbon capture systems designed for Grona Shipping, a German company operating in the North Sea and Baltic Sea. These vessels, with capacities of … Read the full press release

Empa Develops Innovative Method to Analyze Hazardous Heavy Metals in Batteries

(IN BRIEF) Empa, a Swiss research institute, has created an innovative method for analyzing heavy metals like mercury, lead, and cadmium in batteries, supporting compliance with strict regulations. Batteries, used extensively in various applications, can contain harmful ingredients, and their … Read the full press release

Dunelm Continues 5-Year Tradition of Supporting Loughborough University Students

(IN BRIEF) For the fifth consecutive year, Dunelm has supplied Loughborough University with custom Dunelm starter packs for students in need, featuring bedding and kitchen essentials. These packs aim to ensure a smooth transition to university life by providing students … Read the full press release

EUROGATE and Terminal Investment Extend Partnership for Bremerhaven Terminal until 2048

(IN BRIEF) EUROGATE GmbH & Co. KGaA and Terminal Investment Limited (TiL) have agreed to extend their contract for the joint operation of the container terminal MSC Gate Bremerhaven until 2048. This contract extension, reached a few months before the … Read the full press release

High Number of Maritime Distress Calls Highlights Urgent Need for Data Sharing, Says Inmarsat Report

(IN BRIEF) Inmarsat Maritime’s 2023 “Future of Maritime Safety Report” reveals a concerning trend with a high number of distress calls from ships at sea despite a decline in vessel losses. The report, which analyzed data from the Global Maritime … Read the full press release

Continental Opens State-of-the-Art Training Center in Gifhorn to Shape the Future of Work

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a global technology company, has inaugurated a new training center in Gifhorn, marking its 13th such facility in Germany since launching the Continental Institute for Technology and Transformation (CITT) in 2019. The center’s opening ceremony on September … Read the full press release

Sweco’s Strategic Move: Acquiring Medins to Lead in Aquatic Consulting

(IN BRIEF) Sweco, a prominent engineering and environmental consulting firm, has signed an agreement to acquire Medins Havs och Vattenkonsulter AB, a specialized company known for its expertise in watercourse, lake, and sea surveys. As the demand for aquatic environment … Read the full press release

SUEZ’s New Eco-Friendly HQ: Altiplano in La Défense, Paris

(IN BRIEF) SUEZ, a global environmental services leader, is relocating its headquarters to Altiplano, a sustainable building in La Défense, Paris. The move, scheduled for early 2025, underscores SUEZ’s commitment to providing eco-friendly workplaces for its employees. Altiplano offers extensive … Read the full press release

BBVA Breaks New Ground with Peru’s First Sustainable Mining Corporate Loan

(IN BRIEF) BBVA, a prominent financial institution, has made history by providing the first sustainable corporate loan to a mining company in Peru. The $200 million ‘Club Deal’ facility benefits mining companies Ares and Amarillo Mineraçao do Brasil. This groundbreaking … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Secures EUR 800 Million Financing Agreement with SACE Guarantees

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, the Italian shipbuilding company, has signed a significant EUR 800 million financing agreement with a 5-year tenor and a 3-year grace period. This facility, which aligns with the SupportItalia Guarantee under Legislative Decree No. 50 of May … Read the full press release

EQT to Sell LimaCorporate to Enovis Corporation, Creating Global Orthopaedic Industry Leader

(IN BRIEF) EQT, in collaboration with its co-shareholders, has agreed to sell LimaCorporate, a global orthopaedic implant manufacturer, to Enovis Corporation, a NYSE-listed company. LimaCorporate, known for its innovative orthopaedic solutions and additive manufacturing expertise, specializes in shoulder, knee, and … Read the full press release

MSCI Upgrades UniCredit’s ESG Rating to ‘AA’ for Strong Social Responsibility Practices

(IN BRIEF) MSCI, a prominent international ESG rating company, has raised UniCredit’s ESG rating from ‘A’ (average) to ‘AA’ (leader). This upgrade is primarily attributed to UniCredit’s commitment to social issues, including consumer protection, financial literacy programs, and responsible retail … Read the full press release

Infineon’s OPTIGA™ Authenticate Solutions Support Circular Economy by Enhancing Electronic Device Authentication and Spare Parts Verification

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG’s OPTIGA™ Authenticate product family is contributing to the concept of a circular economy by enabling electronic device authentication and spare parts verification. With over 57.4 million tons of electronic waste generated annually, efficient resource utilization … Read the full press release

GSK’s Arexvy RSV Vaccine Approved in Japan for Adults Aged 60 and Above, a First for the Country

(IN BRIEF) GSK plc has received approval from Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) for its Arexvy (respiratory syncytial virus vaccine, recombinant adjuvanted) to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease in adults aged 60 and above. This marks … Read the full press release

Global Real Estate Valued at $379.7 Trillion in 2022, Surpassing Equities and Debt Securities Combined, Reports Savills

(IN BRIEF) Savills has revealed that the total value of global real estate, including residential, commercial, and agricultural properties, reached $379.7 trillion in 2022, solidifying its status as the world’s most significant store of wealth. This value exceeds the combined … Read the full press release