Monthly Archives: October 2023

Dr. Anne-Beatrice Kihara Assumes Historic Role as FIGO’s First Sub-Saharan African President

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Anne-Beatrice Kihara has officially assumed the role of President of the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO), marking a historic moment as she becomes the organization’s first-ever President from sub-Saharan Africa. The inauguration took place at … Read the full press release

Symrise Wins Top Honors in BSB Environment Awards for Eco-Conscious Cosmetic Collections

(IN BRIEF) Symrise has received double recognition at the 2023 BSB Environment Awards by claiming first-place awards in both the ‘Processes’ and ‘Functionals and Recipients’ categories. The accolades were bestowed upon Symrise for its remarkable SymFrequency® collection, featuring sustainable extraction … Read the full press release

Lilium Completes First High-Voltage Electrical Harnesses for Revolutionary eVTOL Jet

(IN BRIEF) Lilium N.V., the developer of the groundbreaking all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, has achieved a significant milestone by completing the first high-voltage electrical harnesses for the Lilium Jet. This achievement, achieved through a collaboration with GKN … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz and Eneco Partner to Simplify Electric Driving Transition

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Belgium Luxembourg & Netherlands is joining forces with Eneco to establish a strategic partnership focused on charging solutions to facilitate the transition to electric driving for customers. This collaboration aims to provide both business and private customers … Read the full press release

Orano Signs Protocol for Uranium Mine Project in Mongolia

(IN BRIEF) Orano, a responsible mining company with a 25-year presence in Mongolia, has signed a protocol for the development and operation of the Zuuvch-Ovoo uranium mine project in Mongolia. The signing ceremony took place at the Elysée Palace in … Read the full press release

EpimAb and Almirall Collaborate to Develop Bispecific Antibodies for Multiple Targets

(IN BRIEF) EpimAb Biotherapeutics, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in multispecific antibodies, and Almirall, a global biopharmaceutical company focused on medical dermatology, have entered into a license agreement to develop bispecific antibodies for up to three undisclosed target pairs. Almirall … Read the full press release

Atos Achieves Fourth Consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Award for Exceptional Corporate Social Responsibility

(IN BRIEF) Atos has received the EcoVadis Platinum Award for the fourth consecutive year, affirming its exceptional performance in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) with a score of 84 out of 100. This positions Atos in the top 1% of companies … Read the full press release

Fondazione Bruno Kessler Launches Selection Process for Directors of Digital Society and Augmented Intelligence Centers

(IN BRIEF) Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK) has initiated the selection procedure for the positions of Director for its Digital Society research center and the newly established Augmented Intelligence Center. The Digital Society research center focuses on the challenges presented by … Read the full press release

QIAGEN to Host Global TB Summit 2023: Advancing Tuberculosis Awareness and Action

(IN BRIEF) QIAGEN is organizing the Global TB Clinical and Educational Summit 2023, running from October 17-19, with the theme “Tackling TB together: From awareness to action.” This summit highlights QIAGEN’s dedication to combat tuberculosis (TB) and address the gap … Read the full press release

Maersk Partners with Starlink to Revolutionize Internet Connectivity on Container Vessels

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller – Maersk, a global leader in integrated container logistics, is collaborating with SpaceX’s Starlink to equip its more than 330 container vessels with high-speed internet capabilities, exceeding 200 Mbps. Following a successful pilot phase involving over … Read the full press release

AMAG Recognized for Outstanding Sustainability Reporting at CIRA Annual Conference

(IN BRIEF) AMAG, an Austrian corporation, has been honored at the Cercle Investor Relations Austria (CIRA) Annual Conference for its exceptional sustainability reporting. The conference has been recognizing Austrian companies for their capital market communication since 2016, with a focus … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca Selects 8 Promising Postdoctoral Researchers to Drive Drug Discovery Innovations

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca has revealed the eight winners of its 2023 R&D Postdoctoral Challenge, an initiative that supports early-career scientists in pursuing their innovative research proposals. Unlike traditional industry postdoctoral programs, this unique challenge allows researchers from around the world … Read the full press release

thyssenkrupp Aerospace and Boeing Extend 25-Year Partnership to Strengthen Aerospace Supply Chain

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Aerospace and Boeing have agreed to extend their long-term partnership, which has been ongoing since 1998. Under the contract extension, thyssenkrupp Aerospace, a part of thyssenkrupp Materials Services, will continue to provide supply chain management services, supply … Read the full press release

UEA Professor Sets Sail on Adventurous 8,000km Journey for UNICEF Fundraising

(IN BRIEF) Prof Maren Duvendack, a Professor of Evaluation in Economics at the University of East Anglia (UEA), is embarking on an 8,000 km sailing journey from South Africa to Australia as part of the Clipper Round the World race. … Read the full press release

Seasoned Marketer Suresh Balaji Joins Lloyds Banking Group as CMO

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has appointed Suresh Balaji as its Chief Marketing Officer, effective from October 16. In his new role, Balaji will oversee the Brand, Marketing, and Experience function for the group. He will be responsible for developing … Read the full press release

Restructuring Initiatives Underway as Airbus Prepares for 2024

(IN BRIEF) Airbus is undergoing significant leadership changes, forming a Commercial Aircraft management team led by Christian Scherer. The leadership team will focus on addressing current operational challenges while also planning for future strategies. Effective January 1, 2024, the Airbus … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Strengthens Industry Position with 15th Pressurized Refining System for Insulation Boards

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a global technology group, will supply a pressurized refining system to Sonae Arauco Deutschland GmbH’s Meppen mill in Germany. This system will enable the production of wood-based insulation products and marks ANDRITZ’s 15th insulation board production line … Read the full press release

EBRD and Morocco’s Ministry of Energy Partner to Advance Green Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Morocco’s Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development (METSD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on accelerating the decarbonization of Morocco’s electricity sector. The partnership will focus … Read the full press release

EIB Commits €1 Billion for Morocco’s Post-Earthquake Reconstruction

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has pledged €1 billion for Morocco’s post-earthquake reconstruction program over the next three years. This funding aligns with Morocco’s national recovery program priorities and aims to mobilize a total of €12 billion by … Read the full press release

Catalyzing Green Energy: EIB Commits €700 Million for Naturgy’s Power Network Upgrade in Spain

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €700 million loan to support the expansion and modernization of Naturgy’s electricity distribution network in Spain. The first tranche of €500 million has been signed in Madrid, and the project … Read the full press release