Daily Archives: 3, December 2023

Airbus Begins Production of Galileo Second Generation Satellites in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has commenced full-scale production of the Galileo Second Generation (G2) satellites at its facility in Friedrichshafen, Germany. The first satellite flight model structure has arrived from Beyond Gravity in Zurich and will undergo final integration and testing … Read the full press release

Hamburg Airport Joins International “Hydrogen Hub at Airport” Network to Advance Hydrogen Infrastructure in Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Hamburg Airport has become the first German member and the 12th overall member of the international “Hydrogen Hub at Airport” network. This network aims to promote the expansion of hydrogen infrastructure in aviation and includes members from airports, … Read the full press release

Vestas Secures 46 MW Repowering Order for Eurus Kamaishi Wind Farm in Japan

(IN BRIEF) Vestas, a leading wind turbine manufacturer, has received a repowering order from Eurus Energy Holdings Corporation for the Eurus Kamaishi Wind Farm in Japan’s Iwate prefecture. The 46 MW order includes the supply and installation supervision of 11 … Read the full press release

Norges Bank Administration Welcomes Therese Steen as New Executive Director

(IN BRIEF) Norges Bank, Norway’s central bank, has appointed Therese Steen as the new Executive Director of Norges Bank Administration (NBA). Currently serving as the Director General of the Department of Administrative and Constitutional Affairs in the Office of the … Read the full press release

Hydro Completes $1.11 Billion Sale of Stake in Brazilian Alumina Refinery and Bauxite Producer

(IN BRIEF) Norwegian aluminum company Hydro has successfully concluded a $1.11 billion transaction involving the sale of a 30% interest in the Brazilian alumina refinery, Hydro Alunorte, as well as Hydro’s 5% stake in bauxite producer Mineracão Rio do Norte … Read the full press release

TenneT Receives 47 Responses to Draft Investment Plans 2024-2033

(IN BRIEF) Dutch grid manager TenneT has collected 47 responses from stakeholders regarding its draft investment plans for the period 2024-2033, which were made public on November 1. These investment plans outline the expansion and replacement projects for both onshore … Read the full press release

Arkema Expands its Portfolio with 54% Stake Acquisition in PI Advanced Materials

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has completed the acquisition of a 54% stake in PI Advanced Materials (PIAM), a South Korean company specializing in polyimide films for advanced electronics and electric mobility markets. PIAM holds a dominant global market share of over … Read the full press release

BrauBeviale 2023 Marks Successful Return as Key Event for Brewing and Beverage Industry

(IN BRIEF) BrauBeviale 2023, Europe’s leading trade fair for the brewing and beverage industry, concluded with success after a four-year hiatus. The event attracted strong visitor demand from over 120 countries, representing all sectors of the beverage industry. Exhibitors focused … Read the full press release

RWE Partners with Masdar for UK Offshore Wind Project in Commitment to Clean Energy

(IN BRIEF) RWE has entered into an agreement with Masdar, a clean energy leader, to collaborate on the UK Dogger Bank South (DBS) offshore wind development projects. Masdar will acquire a 49% stake in the projects, while RWE will retain … Read the full press release

Bentley Completes Global Relay to Celebrate 20 Years of the Continental GT

(IN BRIEF) Bentley has successfully completed a unique global relay to mark the 20th anniversary of the Continental GT, culminating in the arrival of a specially-made 20th-anniversary baton in Crewe. The relay spanned multiple continents, visiting 20 journalists and content … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Unveils Plans for UEFA EURO 2024 Coverage, Fan Engagement, and Network Optimization

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom, a network supplier, national sponsor, and TV rights holder for UEFA EURO 2024TM, has announced its extensive plans for next summer’s sporting event. As a proud partner of UEFA, Deutsche Telekom will provide high-speed networks for … Read the full press release

Škoda Begins Production of Fourth-Generation Superb at Bratislava Plant, Enhancing Efficiency and Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has commenced the production of the fourth modern generation of the Superb at the Volkswagen brand plant in Bratislava, just four weeks after its global unveiling near Prague. This strategic move, relocating the Superb’s production from … Read the full press release