Monthly Archives: July 2024

Daniele Tonella Named ING’s New Chief Technology Officer

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has appointed Daniele Tonella as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and member of the Management Board Banking, effective August 5, 2024. Tonella, who has over 20 years of experience in technology leadership roles within the financial … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Announces Withdrawal from South African Offshore Blocks

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies is withdrawing from South Africa’s offshore Block 11B/12B and Block 5/6/7 due to economic viability challenges, following the exit of partner CNRI. Despite significant gas discoveries in Block 11B/12B, the company decided it is not feasible to … Read the full press release

Henkel Introduces Bonderite M CR 1405 for Efficient and Sustainable Metal Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched Bonderite M CR 1405, a RoHS-compliant product that integrates metal passivation and pretreatment into a single step, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in color coating processes. This innovation reduces energy and water consumption by eliminating the … Read the full press release

Roche Completes Acquisition of LumiraDx’s Point of Care Technology, Enhancing Global Diagnostic Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Roche has completed the acquisition of LumiraDx’s Point of Care technology after receiving all necessary antitrust and regulatory clearances. This addition enhances Roche’s diagnostics portfolio with an advanced multi-assay platform that consolidates a wide range of tests, including … Read the full press release

Continental Unveils Eco-Friendly Tough RuNR Air Springs with Reduced CO2 Emissions

(IN BRIEF) Continental has launched Tough RuNR air springs, which significantly reduce CO2 emissions by using a new compound of natural rubber and ethylene-propylene-diene rubber (EPDM) instead of synthetic rubber. This innovation, to be showcased at the IAA Transportation 2024 … Read the full press release

GreenPowerMonitor Unveils Advanced Energy Management System to Boost Renewable Power Plant Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) GreenPowerMonitor (GPM), a DNV company, has launched an advanced Energy Management System (EMS) designed to enhance the operational efficiency of renewable power plants. The new EMS supports the significant growth in renewable energy capacity, which saw a 50% … Read the full press release

Georgian Water Firm Raises $300 Million Through Green Eurobond Issuance with EBRD Support

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has invested $40 million in Georgia Global Utilities’ (GGU) second green Eurobond issuance, which totals $300 million. This funding aims to improve Tbilisi’s water infrastructure. The issuance is also backed … Read the full press release

NatWest Group Expands Mortgage Portfolio with £2.5 Billion Acquisition from Metro Bank

(IN BRIEF) NatWest Group has announced the acquisition of a £2.5 billion portfolio of prime residential mortgages from Metro Bank, which will add around 10,000 new customer accounts to NatWest. These accounts will continue to be serviced by Metro Bank … Read the full press release

Barco Remains Hopeful for Wind Turbine Permit After Annulment by Council for Permit Disputes

(IN BRIEF) Barco’s permit for a 4.5MW wind turbine at its Kortrijk site was annulled by the Council for Permit Disputes, which cited a need for more thorough examination and justification by the Flemish Government. Despite the setback, Barco is … Read the full press release

Bosnia and Herzegovina Celebrates Milestone in Construction of its Longest Road Tunnel

(IN BRIEF) The Golubinja tunnel, the longest road tunnel in Bosnia and Herzegovina at 3.6 kilometers, has reached a significant milestone with the breakthrough of its left stretch. Part of the Poprikuše – Nemila motorway on the Pan-European Corridor Vc, … Read the full press release

Gasum Halts All LNG Purchases from Russia Due to EU Sanctions

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, a leading Nordic energy company, has ceased all LNG purchases from Russia following the EU’s 14th sanctions package, which prohibits the import of Russian LNG through EU terminals not connected to the EU gas network. Effective from … Read the full press release

Symrise Launches Digital Immersion Co-Creation Center in Singapore to Foster Food and Beverage Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Symrise has launched a Digital Immersion Co-Creation Center in Singapore, starting operations in Q3 2024. This high-tech facility integrates digital technology with market, consumer, and sensory insights to drive innovation in food and beverage development. The center features … Read the full press release

ZF Group Announces Strategic Realignment to Boost Competitiveness and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) ZF Friedrichshafen AG is realigning its structures to enhance competitiveness, focusing on Commercial Vehicle Technology, Chassis Solutions, Industrial Technology, and Aftermarket divisions. The restructuring will consolidate German locations, resulting in a gradual reduction of 11,000 to 14,000 jobs … Read the full press release

Juwi GmbH Finalizes Sale of Largest PV Portfolio in Company History

(IN BRIEF) Juwi GmbH has sold a 267 MW photovoltaic portfolio in Greece to Foresight and Mirova, marking the largest project in its history. Juwi will serve as the EPC and O&M contractor, with construction starting in August 2024. This … Read the full press release

INEOS Inovyn Partners with Daimler to Trial Hydrogen Trucks, Paving Way for Zero-Emission Transport

(IN BRIEF) INEOS Inovyn, Europe’s leading PVC producer, is partnering with Daimler to trial the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 hydrogen trucks, aiming to enhance heavy-duty transport’s sustainability. Over the next 12 months, INEOS will make around 250 deliveries using these trucks in … Read the full press release

BBVA Named World’s Best Corporate Bank 2024 by Global Finance for Outstanding Performance and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has been named the World’s Best Corporate Bank 2024 by Global Finance magazine, marking the fourth time and second consecutive year it has received this honor. The award recognizes BBVA’s strong performance, reputation, and management excellence. BBVA … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures Major Order for 81mm Mortar Ammunition for Swiss Armed Forces

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a mid double-digit million euro contract by the Swiss Confederation to produce and supply 81mm mortar cargo ammunition, including MX2-KM mortars and cartridges for illumination and smoke discharge. Manufacturing will be handled by Rheinmetall … Read the full press release

MTU Aero Engines Secures $800 Million in Orders at Farnborough Airshow

(IN BRIEF) At the Farnborough Airshow, MTU Aero Engines secured approximately $800 million in orders, highlighting the strong demand for Pratt & Whitney’s GTF engines for the A320neo and GE9X engines for the Boeing 777X. Major orders included Avolon’s purchase … Read the full press release

METRO to Close METRO Advertising GmbH, Shifts Focus to Core Wholesale Strategy

(IN BRIEF) METRO has decided to shut down METRO Advertising GmbH as part of its strategic focus on its sCore wholesale strategy. This decision affects 67 employees in Germany and Poland, with business activities ceasing by the end of 2024. … Read the full press release

Bosch and Ducati Unveil Advanced Brake System for Racetrack Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Bosch and Ducati have co-developed a new electronic Combined Brake System (eCBS) designed for racetrack performance, which will debut on the new Ducati Panigale V4 at World Ducati Week 2024. The advanced eCBS technology, which integrates data from … Read the full press release