Daily Archives: 15, January 2024

BT Extends Sponsorship of Welsh Rugby Union Sides for Record 10 Consecutive Years

(IN BRIEF) BT has confirmed its commitment to sponsor all four Welsh professional rugby union teams, including Ospreys, Cardiff Rugby, Scarlets, and Dragons, until the conclusion of the 2023-24 season. This marks a decade of continuous sponsorship, making it one … Read the full press release

Business Leaders Optimistic for 2024 Despite Global Headwinds, Focusing on Technology and Sustainability Investments, Finds Capgemini Report

(IN BRIEF) According to the latest report by the Capgemini Research Institute, business leaders are entering 2024 with a heightened sense of optimism compared to the previous year, with 56% expressing confidence in their organization’s future growth despite ongoing global … Read the full press release

Atos Appoints Paul Saleh as CEO and Jacques-François de Prest as CFO, Strengthens Board with Key Appointments

(IN BRIEF) Atos has announced the appointment of Paul Saleh as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Group, effective immediately, succeeding Yves Bernaert. The company has also named Jacques-François de Prest as the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), … Read the full press release

Thuraya and Ericsson Successfully Upgrade Billing and Charging Systems, Enhancing Service Experience

(IN BRIEF) Thuraya, the mobile satellite services operator based in the United Arab Emirates, has completed a successful migration and upgrade of its monetization systems with Ericsson. The upgrade involved deploying the latest Ericsson Billing and Ericsson Charging solutions, resulting … Read the full press release

Vattenfall Leaders to Discuss Climate Action at World Economic Forum in Davos

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall’s CEO, Anna Borg, and Chairman of the Board, Mats Granryd, will participate in the World Economic Forum’s 54th Annual Meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, from January 15 to 19. The event’s theme, “Rebuilding Trust,” focuses on four interconnected … Read the full press release

Alstom Foundation Promotes Environmental Education Initiative in Spain to Combat Plastic Pollution

(IN BRIEF) The Alstom Foundation is collaborating with Fundación Vivo Sano in Spain to launch the “Seres Plásticos” environmental education program, aimed at raising awareness about the issues stemming from plastic waste accumulation. This initiative, primarily conducted in schools, will … Read the full press release

Eight Dutch Projects Receive €2.3 Million Funding to Enhance Water Security in EU’s ‘Water4all’ Program

(IN BRIEF) Eight Dutch projects have secured funding under the EU’s ‘Water4all’ program, with over €2.3 million invested, €1.6 million of which is co-funded by Dutch ministries and NWO, and €700,000 by the European Commission. The projects focus on improving … Read the full press release

Alstom Appoints Dalya Al Muthanna as CEO for Gulf Region, Focusing on Sustainable Mobility Growth

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has named Dalya Al Muthanna as the new Managing Director & CEO for the Gulf region, covering the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Dalya brings a wealth of experience, having served as President at … Read the full press release

Business Days Twente Celebrates 40th Anniversary: A Decades-Long Journey of Career Exploration

(IN BRIEF) Business Days Twente, the largest student career event in the Netherlands, is marking its 40th anniversary this year with a special edition. Started by study associations, it has evolved into a foundation, offering workshops, company interviews, informal activities, … Read the full press release

Saudi Arabia’s Lithium Chemicals Plant Gains Technical Expertise Through EVM-Metso Partnership

(IN BRIEF) EV Metals Group (EVM), a global battery chemicals and technology company, has entered a technical partnership agreement with Metso to develop a Lithium Chemicals Plant (LCP) in Saudi Arabia. The partnership aims to utilize Metso’s technical expertise and … Read the full press release

Roskilde’s Viking Ship Museum Project Welcomes NIRAS for Heritage Conservation

(IN BRIEF) Roskilde, Denmark, is set to build a new Viking Ship Museum to preserve historic vessels from extreme weather conditions and transform the old ship hall into a functional space. The project aims to protect Denmark’s Viking heritage amid … Read the full press release

Saint-Gobain Expands Digital Solutions Portfolio with Glass Service Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain, a global leader in sustainable building materials, is set to acquire Glass Service a.s., a provider of digital solutions for glass furnaces. This acquisition will enhance Saint-Gobain’s digital services by incorporating advanced control systems and simulation software … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Highlights Role of Private Sector in Emissions Reduction at World Economic Forum

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric executives are participating in the World Economic Forum, highlighting the need for more immediate action to combat climate change. They stress that existing technologies should be widely deployed to address environmental concerns, as energy consumption accounts … Read the full press release

Schmalz Introduces Vacuum Blocks as a Robust Alternative for CNC Machine Clamping Equipment

(IN BRIEF) Holzmanufaktur Dittus GmbH, a woodworking company, has found a cost-effective and efficient solution for its CNC machining center, the Rover C6 from Biesse. They have adopted Schmalz’s VCBL-B vacuum blocks as a replacement for the original clamping equipment, … Read the full press release

Infineon’s Latest Magnetic Position Sensor Redefines Precision in Industrial and Consumer Applications

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has launched the XENSIV™ TLI5590-A6W magnetic position sensor, combining magnetic position sensing expertise with linearized tunnel magnetoresistance (TMR) technology. The sensor, suitable for linear and angular position detection, is qualified for industrial and consumer applications and … Read the full press release

China-Europe Travel Connections Strengthened Through Hiseas and Chengdu Tourism’s ECTAA Membership

(IN BRIEF) Hiseas International Gmbh and Chengdu Tourism Studies Association have joined the European Travel Agents’ and Tour Operators’ Associations (ECTAA), pledging to enhance travel connections between China and Europe. This partnership aims to streamline operations and improve travel experiences … Read the full press release

Basilea Pharmaceutica Acquires Novel Antibiotics Program Targeting Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria

(IN BRIEF) Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd (SIX: BSLN), a biopharmaceutical company specializing in severe bacterial and fungal infection treatments, has announced an asset purchase agreement with Spexis AG (SIX: SPEX) for a preclinical antibiotics program aimed at combating Gram-negative bacteria, including … Read the full press release

KUKA Launches Versatile KR FORTEC Industrial Robot with Extended Arm

(IN BRIEF) KUKA has introduced the KR FORTEC industrial robot, known for its versatility in a compact design, high performance, and energy efficiency. It can handle various tasks, including material handling and spot welding. The robot is available with an … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Completes Share Repurchase Program, Acquiring Over 144,000 Shares

(IN BRIEF) On January 12, 2024, Outokumpu successfully concluded its share repurchase program, acquiring a total of 144,091 of its own shares from various trading venues at an average price of EUR 4.09 per share, totaling EUR 588,853.23. This buyback … Read the full press release