Daily Archives: 2, August 2024

Greece Now Magazine: A Luxurious Gateway to Hellenic Excellence in the Arab World

(IN BRIEF) Greece Now, a leading luxury magazine showcasing Greek culture, is featured as an exclusive insert in Harper’s Bazaar Arabia’s 2024 issue. Founded by Vivi Andritsou, Nicholas Papapavasiliou, and Vassilios Nicolaos Vitsilogiannis, Greece Now serves as a cultural bridge … Read the full press release

Swisscom Welcomes 232 New Apprentices in Record IT Recruitment Year

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom has welcomed 232 new apprentices, with a record 97 starting IT apprenticeships. To support these apprentices, Swisscom is piloting a nine-month onboarding program. Additionally, nine students are beginning a bachelor’s degree in IT with integrated practice. Swisscom … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool’s Dr. Marie Yang O’Brien Awarded UKRI Future Leader Fellowship for Pioneering Vaccine Research

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Marie Yang O’Brien, Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of ReNewVax Ltd., a University of Liverpool spin-out, has been awarded a UKRI Future Leader Fellowship (FLF). Her fellowship focuses on developing a vaccine for Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Strengthens Leadership in Japan with New Managing Director and Strategic Appointments

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has appointed Yutaka Matsuyoshi as the new Managing Director for Japan, starting August 1, 2024. Matsuyoshi, with 25 years of experience in logistics, previously led Global Logistics at adidas and served as Global Head of Operations for … Read the full press release

Thales Selected as Exclusive Supplier for Lilium’s eVTOL Jet Navigation and Communication Antennas

(IN BRIEF) Thales has been selected by Lilium as the exclusive supplier of navigation and communication antennas for their electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) jet program, set to begin service in 2026. This partnership will incorporate a blend of … Read the full press release

Hiab Launches Advanced JONSERED iZ.18R HD Recycling Crane with SPACEevo Control System

(IN BRIEF) Hiab, part of Cargotec, has launched the JONSERED iZ.18R HD recycling crane, targeting the 18 to 19 tm market segment. Equipped with the advanced SPACEevo control system and the Olsbergs Q200 valve, the crane is designed for high-frequency … Read the full press release

Langley Holdings Acquires GKN Hydrogen to Enhance Sustainable Energy Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Langley Holdings has acquired GKN Hydrogen, an Italian specialist in hydrogen storage and power-to-power technology, from Dowlais Group. GKN Hydrogen’s innovative technology stores hydrogen in a solid state at 16 times the density of compressed gas, maintaining efficiency … Read the full press release

British Gas Extends PeakSave Offer to Support Fans During Paris 2024 Olympics

(IN BRIEF) British Gas is extending its PeakSave offer to provide half-price electricity to customers during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, from 28th July to 8th September. The offer, available every Sunday and on two Saturdays, encourages homeowners to use … Read the full press release

ORLEN Wind 3 Acquires Major Renewable Energy Assets from EDP Renewables Polska

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN Wind 3, a subsidiary of the ORLEN Group, has signed a preliminary agreement to acquire two solar PV farms and a wind farm from EDP Renewables Polska for approximately PLN 1.15 billion. This acquisition, one of the … Read the full press release

Brenntag Acquires Monarch Chemicals to Boost UK Distribution and Blending Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Brenntag, a global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has acquired Monarch Group Holdings Ltd. and its subsidiary Monarch Chemicals Ltd. in the UK. This acquisition includes sites in Southeast England and Scotland, enhancing Brenntag’s last-mile service operations. … Read the full press release

Nagarro Partners with Kehl and Offenburg Universities to Launch ‘Digital Public Management’ Degree

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro, in partnership with Kehl and Offenburg universities, is launching a new bachelor’s degree program in ‘Digital Public Management’ starting in the winter semester of 2025-26. This program aims to meet the growing need for digital services in … Read the full press release

GFT Surpasses Competitors with Third Consecutive Year of Growth in ISG Provider Lens™ Rankings

(IN BRIEF) GFT has achieved its third consecutive year of improvement in the ISG Provider Lens™ – Google Cloud Partner Ecosystem 2024 report, positioning itself as a leader in Data Analytics and Machine Learning, and Implementation and Integration Services in … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom, Volkswagen, and Partners Launch ‘AutoLog’ Project for Automated Logistics at Emden Port

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom, Volkswagen Group Logistics, BIBA, and Unikie have launched the “AutoLog” project to automate logistics processes at the Emden port automotive terminal. The project uses Deutsche Telekom’s 5G network and edge data center technology to enhance efficiency. … Read the full press release

Plenitude and Ferriera Valsabbia Ink 10-Year Deal for Renewable Wind Energy Supply

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude has signed a 10-year Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Ferriera Valsabbia to supply energy from a 15MW wind farm in Sannicandro di Bari, Italy. Starting in September 2024, the wind farm will generate over 350 GWh … Read the full press release

EBRD Backs Turkey’s Ulker with $90 Million Investment in Sustainability-Linked Eurobond

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has invested up to US$ 90 million (€83 million) in Ulker Biskuvi Sanayi’s first sustainability-linked Eurobond, part of a larger US$ 550 million issuance. This funding will help Ulker, a … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €35 Million Green Loan to Haizea Wind Group to Advance Wind Energy Manufacturing in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €35 million green loan to Haizea Wind Group, a Spanish wind energy component manufacturer. This investment aims to enhance innovation and digitalization in the wind sector, supporting the REPowerEU plan … Read the full press release

Vortex Energy Names Wojciech Orzech as CEO to Drive Renewable Expansion in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Vortex Energy, a leading renewables company in Poland owned by Vitol, has appointed Wojciech Orzech as CEO. Orzech, with over 20 years of experience in energy and infrastructure, previously served as CEO of PKP Energetyka. He will work … Read the full press release

Vitol to Acquire Noble Resources Trading Limited

(IN BRIEF) Vitol B.V. has agreed to acquire Noble Resources Trading Limited for $0.63 per share on a debt-free, cash-free basis, pending customary conditions. Noble Resources is a prominent supply chain manager for energy products and industrial raw materials in … Read the full press release

BP Completes Acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH to Enhance European Energy Presence

(IN BRIEF) BP has finalized the acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH, an energy supplier to commercial and industrial customers in Germany. This acquisition, announced in January 2024, enhances BP’s European gas and power operations and expands its reach to Germany, … Read the full press release

BP and Iraq Government Sign MoU for Kirkuk Region Redevelopment

(IN BRIEF) BP and the Government of Iraq have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to negotiate a redevelopment programme for the Kirkuk region. This includes investments in oil and gas, power generation, solar energy, and exploration activities. The MoU … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces the conclusion of a share purchase agreement by its subsidiary in Portugal

(IN BRIEF) On 1 August 2024, Digi Communications’ subsidiary, DIGI Portugal, LDA, entered into a share purchase agreement with LORCA JVCO Limited to acquire 100% of Cabonitel, S.A. for EUR 150 million, subject to customary adjustments and contingent events. Cabonitel … Read the full press release