Daily Archives: 19, August 2024

Barbara Dettering Honored for Six Decades of Civil Rights Activism with Doctorate from University of Bristol

(IN BRIEF) Barbara Dettering, a key figure in Bristol’s civil rights movement and co-founder of St Pauls Carnival, has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters degree by the University of Bristol. Her tireless work over six decades in fighting … Read the full press release

Alstom to Revitalize CrossCountry’s Voyager Fleet with Comprehensive Refurbishment

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has announced a £60 million refurbishment project for CrossCountry’s Voyager fleet, which will involve a complete interior and exterior overhaul at the company’s Derby facility. The project, funded by Beacon Rail, will enhance passenger comfort and sustainability … Read the full press release

voestalpine Expands U.S. Production to Meet Growing Demand from Global Truck Manufacturers

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine is expanding its Indiana facility by 15,000 square meters and doubling its production capacity to 80,000 tons, following major orders from global truck manufacturers. The EUR 70 million (USD 78 million) investment will create 110 new jobs … Read the full press release

Dr. Xu Dai Honored with Royal Academy Fellowship for Innovative Fire Engineering Research

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Xu Dai of the University of Liverpool has been awarded the prestigious RAEng/Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship for his pioneering work in structural fire engineering. His research focuses on understanding and mitigating fire-induced structural collapses, with the goal … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool and MTC Strengthen Collaboration to Drive UK Manufacturing Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool and the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) have formalized their collaboration with a Memorandum of Understanding, aimed at expanding their joint research efforts in manufacturing innovation. Building on a history of successful partnerships, the two … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Encourages Fans to Sustain Play Through Brick Passing and Reuse

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has launched the “Made to Be Played” campaign, urging fans to pass on their LEGO bricks to keep the play going across generations. The initiative is part of the company’s broader commitment to sustainability, which … Read the full press release

Deforestation Accelerates Climate Change Impact on African Montane Forests, Threatening Water Resources and Biodiversity

(IN BRIEF) A new study highlights the severe impact of deforestation on African montane forests, where the loss of tree cover has led to significant increases in temperature and cloud levels, threatening water resources and biodiversity. The research underscores the … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Unveils Promising New Materials as Sustainable Plastic Alternatives

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Warwick have identified new organic compounds that could replace conventional plastics, offering a sustainable solution amid growing environmental concerns. The study, led by Prof. Dr. ir. Stefan Bon, explores the potential of hydrophobic … Read the full press release

Glasgow’s New £12m Shipbuilding Academy to Shape the Future of Maritime Engineering

(IN BRIEF) A new £12 million Applied Shipbuilding Academy has opened in Glasgow, designed to train and develop the next generation of shipbuilders. Located at BAE Systems’ Scotstoun shipyard, the facility will provide hands-on training and lifelong learning opportunities for … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Secures Major Contract to Power Singapore’s Cross Island Line

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a 270 million Euro contract to lead a consortium in delivering the power supply system for Singapore’s Cross Island Line. The project will include the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of advanced electrical systems, … Read the full press release

Siemens Unveils Next-Gen Gridscale X Tools to Support TSOs in Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Siemens is launching new enhancements to its Gridscale X software suite, aimed at helping Transmission System Operators (TSOs) manage the complexities of the energy transition. Unveiled at the CIGRE Paris Session 2024, the new tools—“Gridscale X Protection Data … Read the full press release

The Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (FI) Welcomes Emilia Högquist as New Leader in Sustainable Finance

(IN BRIEF) The Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (FI) has appointed Emilia Högquist as the new Head of Sustainable Finance. With extensive experience in sustainable development, she will focus on promoting the financial sector’s role in sustainability and leading FI’s efforts … Read the full press release

ChargeEuropa zamyka rundę finansowania, której przewodził fundusz Shift4Good tym samym dokonując historycznej francuskiej inwestycji w polski sektor elektromobilności

NAJNOWSZA RUNDA FINANSOWANIA FIRMY ZAJMUJĄCEJ SIĘ ŁADOWANIEM POJAZDÓW ELEKTRYCZNYCH CIESZYŁA SIĘ MOCNYM ZAINTERESOWANIEM MIĘDZYNARODOWYCH INWESTORÓW, PODKREŚLAJĄC TYM SAMYM ROSNĄCE ZNACZENIE SZYBKO-ROZWIJAJĄCEGO SIĘ SEKTORA ELEKTROMOBILNOŚCI W EUROPIE ŚRODKOWO-WSCHODNIEJ (CEE) NA TLE INNYCH RYNKÓW. (KRÓTKO MÓWIĄC) ChargeEuropa, polska firma zajmująca się infrastrukturą … Read the full press release