(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has entered into an uncommitted credit facility of EUR 100 million with the Wellbeing Services County (WSC) of North Savo, Finland, marking their second loan agreement. This 20-year loan is designated for the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has finalized a 15-year USD 50 million investment loan agreement with Iceland’s transmission system operator, Landsnet hf., to support the construction and enhancement of substations, underground cabling, and overhead lines from 2023 to … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Iceland, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News
Tagged expansion, Iceland, Landsnet, NIB, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has inked a 10-year loan agreement with the City of Stockholm to fund the construction of the world’s largest underground wastewater treatment facility at Henriksdal. Valued at SEK 2 billion (EUR 172 million), … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged André Küüsvek, City of Stockholm, NIB, partnership, Sofie Nilvall, sustainability, Underground Wastewater Treatment Facility
(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems secures a contract with the U.S. Navy to develop the Dual Band Decoy (DBD), an advanced radio frequency (RF) countermeasure system designed to protect fighter jets from enemy threats. Building on the success of the AN/ALE-55 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged BAE Systems, Don Davidson, Dual Band Decoy, F/A-18E/F Super Hornets, partnership, U.S. Navy
(IN BRIEF) On May 14, 2024, EDF achieved a significant milestone by launching its inaugural green commercial paper issuance, valued at €50 million with a 6-month maturity, successfully subscribed by Ecofi. The funds from this issuance are earmarked to support … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Commercial Paper Issuance, EDF, investments, renewable energy, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) BASF solidifies its commitment to the WorldSkills movement by signing a multi-year global industry partnership as the exclusive sponsor of the Car Painting category and becoming the global silver partner of the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, France, Germany, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged BASF, Bastien Vairé, Car Painting Skills, Chris Titmarsh, David Hoey, Glasurit, partnership, sustainability, WorldSkills Lyon 2024
(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG and Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to spearhead digital transformation and sustainability in smart manufacturing platforms. This collaboration aims to optimize global manufacturing processes, particularly in electronics, information and … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Electronics & Machinery, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Cedrik Neike, Dr. Zhe Shi, Foxconn, partnership, Roland Busch, Siemens, smart manufacturing, sustainability, Taiwan, Young Liu
(IN BRIEF) The highly anticipated Eras Tour by Taylor Swift is poised to inject a staggering £997 million into the UK economy, according to new data from Barclays. Swifties attending the tour are expected to spend an average of £848 … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Entertainment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Media, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Barclays, Dr Peter Brooks, economic, entertainment, Eras Tour, Financial, Taylor Swift, Tom Corbett, UK
(IN BRIEF) The Future Circular Collider (FCC) study was prominently featured at the International Fair of Haute-Savoie/Mont Blanc in La Roche-sur-Foron, captivating attendees with its innovative exhibits and presentations. The FCC aims to succeed the LHC at CERN and promises … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged CERN, FCC Study, La Roche-sur-Foron Exhibition, science
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a global technology group, has finalized the acquisition of NAF AB’s business, bolstering its product range in process control and automation systems for pulp and paper mills and other industrial plants. This acquisition strengthens ANDRITZ’s Intelligent Instruments … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged acquisition, Andritz, Control Valve, Johanna Newcomb, NAF AB, partnership, sustainability, Sweden
(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the Universities of Tübingen and Göttingen have uncovered potential biosignatures of early life on Earth by studying iron-sulfur minerals in hydrothermal vents, known as black smokers, deep in the ocean. These mineral formations, resembling spherical pyrite … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged black smokers, Dr. Muammar Mansor, Early Earth Bacteria, Eric Runge, Iron-Sulfur Minerals, Microbial Life, Professor Andreas Kappler, Professor Jan-Peter Duda, sustainability, University of Göttingen, University of Tübingen
(IN BRIEF) Kalmar, a part of Cargotec, has inked a deal with Uniport Srl. to provide three Kalmar TR618i heavy terminal tractors, marking a significant addition to Uniport Livorno’s fleet in the Port of Livorno, Italy. Scheduled for delivery in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) MAHLE has successfully concluded the sale of its OEM thermostat business to ADMETOS, effective May 2, 2024. Under the new ownership, the thermostat segment will operate as BTT Solutions, with ADMETOS assuming control and responsibility for approximately 600 … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged acquisition, ADMETOS, Jumana Al-Sibai, MAHLE, OEM Thermostat Business, partnership
(IN BRIEF) The Faculty Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) at the University of Twente received the prestigious Geospatial World Awards Leadership Award for ‘Research, Science & Technology Institution of the Year’ at the Geospatial World Forum 2024 in Rotterdam. … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool and McMaster University have announced a strategic partnership aimed at fostering collaborative research and knowledge exchange. As part of this initiative, the universities have established a £300k/$500k seed fund to support joint projects in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, United Kingdom
Tagged CANADA, David Farrar, McMaster University, partnership, Professor Tariq Ali, RESEARCH, University of Liverpool
(IN BRIEF) Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) reinforces its sustainability commitments by expanding its sustainability declarations in investment and underwriting and establishing its own “Group Sustainability Office” as part of the ongoing VIG 25 sustainability programme. The updated declarations outline stringent … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Insurance, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Declarations, Financial, HARTWIG LÖGER, investment, sustainability, Sustainability Office, Vienna Insurance Group
(IN BRIEF) Henkel, a leading partner in the automotive industry for designing and developing safer and more sustainable next-generation EV batteries, is gearing up to participate in the Battery Show Europe 2024 at Messe Stuttgart from June 18 to 20, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting Euro-denominated cross-border transactions between Hong Kong and Singapore through Partior, the global unified ledger market infrastructure. As the first Euro settlement bank to go live on Partior, Standard … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has clinched an £8.8 million contract with c2c, a passenger operator, for the refurbishment of its Class 357 Electrostar fleet. The contract entails the repair and repaint of 74 four-car units, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) In a strategic move to bolster its operations in Türkiye, Alstom has appointed Kerem Bugay as the new Managing Director of Alstom Türkiye. With over two decades of leadership experience in the Middle East and Africa region, Kerem … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a business within the Atos Group specializing in advanced computing, has introduced JARVICE™ AI, a new software solution aimed at simplifying the management of AI infrastructure. JARVICE AI, an extension of Eviden’s existing JARVICE™ XE platform, offers … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ABB has announced a minority investment in Ndustrial, a US-based clean technology startup renowned for its AI-powered energy management platform. This strategic move aims to empower customers with real-time energy optimization, cost reduction, and accelerated decarbonization. Ndustrial’s innovative … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged ABB, AI-powered, Energy management, investment, John Crawford, Mads Moeller, Ndustrial, partnership, Stuart Thompson, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) AF Energi og Miljø AS has finalized the acquisition of 70% of the shares in ETA Norge AS, a proficient bioenergy contractor. ETA Norge, established in 2023, specializes in delivering heating systems and providing project planning, installation, and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Accenture has reinforced its commitment to responsible AI by appointing Arnab Chakraborty as its first Chief Responsible AI Officer. With over two decades of experience and a significant role in shaping AI governance, Chakraborty’s appointment signifies Accenture’s strategic … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Industrial, Ireland, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Accenture, AI, appointment, Arnab Chakraborty, Chief Officer, Julie Sweet, leadership
(IN BRIEF) Philips’ latest campaign, “Close to the Heart,” intertwines the narratives of interventional cardiologists and mountain climbers, epitomized by the inspiring journey of Dr. Qaisra Yasmin Saeed M.D. This campaign showcases the parallel challenges of both professions and highlights … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications NV reported a strong performance in Q1 2024, with consolidated revenues and other income rising by 12% year-on-year to EUR 446.7 million. The adjusted EBITDA (excluding IFRS 16 impacts) increased by 23.4% to EUR 139.9 million. … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Business, Financial, Investment, Management, News, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged conference call, Dan Ionita, Digi Communications NV, Digi Q1 2024, Digi Q1 2024 Financial Results, EBITDA, financial results, fixed internet, FTTH network, GROWTH, liquidity, Mobile users, network expansion, Pay-TV, Q1 2024 Financial Results, RGUs, Serghei Bulgac, Sota Investments Spain OpCo
(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications has announced the finalization of two export credit facilities agreements totaling EUR 117,158,657.37 by RCS & RDS S.A. (its subsidiary in Romania) and Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U. The agreements aim to finance the purchase of goods … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Belgium, Business, Financial, Investment, Management, News, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged Banco Santander S.A., Citibank Europe Plc., Digi Communications, Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U., export credit facilities agreements, financing, loan, RCS & RDS S.A., telecommunication services, telecommunications networks, working capital
(IN BRIEF) Equinor and Petoro have finalized a value-neutral asset swap agreement in the Haltenbanken area, aimed at optimizing ownership in key production hubs. Equinor will increase its stake in the Heidrun field and Noatun discovery while reducing ownership in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Norway
Tagged Equinor, Haltenbanken area, Kjetil Hove, partnership, Petoro, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Dr. Tanja zu Waldeck, CEO of BurdaForward, is set to leave the company at the end of July to join TX Group as Group COO. Her departure marks a management change at BurdaForward, with Dr. Lydia Rullkötter appointed … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Greek startups and SMEs in life sciences, healthcare, and sustainability sectors are set to receive a significant boost with the launch of a €200 million equity agreement managed by the EIF arm of the EIB Group. The agreement, … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business
Tagged EIB, EIF, Equity Fund, Greece, INNOVATION, Ioannis Tsakiris, life sciences, Marjut Falkstedt, Nikos Papathanasis, partnership, SMEs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Stellantis and Leapmotor have successfully completed the formation of Leapmotor International B.V., a joint venture led by Stellantis with a 51% stake, aimed at expanding the global reach of Leapmotor’s electric vehicle lineup. Spearheaded by CEO Tianshu Xin, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, News, Technology
Tagged Carlos Tavares, CHINA, EV Lineup, expansion, Jiangming Zhu, Leapmotor, Leapmotor C10, Leapmotor International, Leapmotor T03, partnership, Stellantis, sustainability, Tianshu Xin
(IN BRIEF) Boliden, a leading Swedish metals, mining, and smelting company, is partnering with Ericsson and Telia to enhance its mining operations through the NorthStar 5G innovation program. By upgrading its private 5G network in the Kankberg mine, Boliden aims … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 5G network Program, Boliden, Ericsson, Magnus Leonhardt, Mining Operations, NorthStar, partnership, safety, Stefan Castehav, sustainability, Telia
(IN BRIEF) ZF has unveiled its cutting-edge Employer Branding Metaverse, revolutionizing talent acquisition and engagement through immersive virtual experiences. This innovative platform allows candidates to explore ZF’s brand essence, corporate culture, and career opportunities in a dynamic virtual environment. Featuring … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Employer Branding Metaverse, innovative, Martin Maas, Talent Engagement, ZF
(IN BRIEF) Zalando, Europe’s leading fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platform, is restructuring its management board to align with its updated strategy focusing on two growth vectors: Business-to-Consumer (B2C) and Business-to-Business (B2B). Co-founder David Schneider transitions to a dedicated role focusing … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Technology
Tagged appointment, Astrid Arndt, David Schneider, David Schröder, Dr. Sandra Dembeck, E-Commerce, Ecosystem Strategy, leadership, Robert Gentz, sustainability, Zalando
(IN BRIEF) Scientists at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) have made a groundbreaking discovery by precisely characterizing the enzyme styrene oxide isomerase, which holds immense potential for producing valuable chemicals and drug precursors in an environmentally sustainable manner. This enzyme, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Education, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Enzyme, Green Chemistry, PSI, Richard Kammerer, styrene oxide isomerase, sustainability, Xiaodan Li
(IN BRIEF) Today marks the second anniversary of REPowerEU, the European Union’s response to Russia’s energy threat following the invasion of Ukraine. REPowerEU has significantly accelerated the deployment of wind energy across Europe, increasing its share in the electricity mix … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and MicroBank have partnered to provide a €200 million loan, aimed at empowering small businesses and self-employed individuals in Spain. With MicroBank contributing an additional €100 million, this initiative seeks to address the … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business, Spain, Technology
Tagged CaixaBank, EIB, MicroBank, partnership, SMEs, Spain, Spanish Entrepreneurs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The Hellenic Republic has entrusted the European Investment Fund (EIF) to manage €200 million from European structural funds and national resources to provide equity financing for Greek startups and SMEs in the life sciences, healthcare, and sustainability sectors. … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Greece, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business, Technology
Tagged EIB, EIF, Greece, INNOVATION, Ioannis Tsakiris, Marjut Falkstedt, Nikos Papathanasis, partnership, SMEs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Eviden, in partnership with AMD, introduces the BullSequana AI 600, a new addition to its AI product lineup designed to support developers, data scientists, and researchers in achieving breakthroughs in innovation and computation. Featuring AMD Instinct™ MI300X accelerators … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Forschungszentrum Jülich and EuroHPC Joint Undertaking, in collaboration with ParTec-Eviden, unveiled the first module of the exascale supercomputer JUPITER, named JEDI, at the International Supercomputing Conference. JEDI secured the top spot in the Green500 list for its exceptional … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged AI, Awards, Emmanuel Le Roux, Energy-Efficient Supercomputing, EuroHPC, Eviden, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany, Green500 list, JEDI, Jupiter, ParTec AG, partnership, sustainability
EuropaWire (EW) is the first truly pan-European and leading press release distribution and newswire service for Europe and the European Union working towards consolidating Europe’s voice on the global newswire and media scene. The newswire service comes with advanced submission forms, flexible pricing and PR budgeting, granular targeting, nearly uncapped reach across countries, markets, verticals, industries, audiences, languages, etc., translation and localisation for greater local PR impact, in-depth distribution reporting, metrics and insights including measured PR reach, reads, engagements, impact, etc., no cap on words, images and multimedia to go along with your release, among others. Your press releases will be seen among the releases of Europe’s biggest and most prominent companies, brands and institutions.
HOW TO GET STARTED?
PHARMA & BIOTECH: The largest repository of EU/European pharma & biotech press releases spanning 12 years (2012-2024)
