Daily Archives: 4, October 2024

Vodafone Ranks Among Top Sustainability Leaders with Enhanced EcoVadis Score

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has achieved a notable score of 83 out of 100 in EcoVadis’ 2024 sustainability assessment, reflecting a three-point improvement from the previous year. This score places the company in the top 1% of over 130,000 organizations assessed … Read the full press release

Survey Reveals Generative AI’s Growing Role in Crafting Love Letters and Daily Life

(IN BRIEF) A recent survey by Deutsche Telekom indicates a significant shift in how individuals approach personal expression, with many turning to generative AI for assistance in writing love letters. The study found that over 40% of respondents in France, … Read the full press release

Eni Secures Government Backing for Liverpool Bay CCS Project, Paving the Way for a Low-Carbon Future in the UK

(IN BRIEF) Eni has secured UK Government funding for its Liverpool Bay CO₂ transport and storage project, marking a significant advancement in the HyNet carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative. The funding will support the establishment of the UK’s CCS … Read the full press release

Experience CMA CGM’s Innovative Solutions for Perishable Goods at Fruit Attraction 2024!

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM is excited to announce its participation in Fruit Attraction 2024, taking place from October 8th to 10th in Madrid, Spain. This major event in the fruit and vegetable sector will attract over 103,000 visitors from more … Read the full press release

Vattenfall Sets the Standard for Sustainability in Renewable Energy with New Leadership Recognition

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has been recognized as a leader in sustainability within the renewable energy sector following an independent assessment under the International Responsible Business Conduct (IRBC) Agreement. This agreement unites various stakeholders, including businesses, trade unions, and civil society … Read the full press release

Vattenfall Aims for Electrofuels in Aviation Amid Market Hesitation: A Look Towards the Future

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall is actively pursuing the development of electrofuels for the aviation industry, specifically focusing on producing electro-sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) on a large scale. Despite this ambition, the market remains hesitant, with significant growth expected to be delayed … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and LEGO Unveil State-of-the-Art Distribution Center in Australia, Advancing Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and the LEGO Group have inaugurated a new distribution center in Truganina, Victoria, to enhance supply chain operations across Australia and New Zealand. This facility spans 26,500 square meters and can store up to 26,000 pallets, catering … Read the full press release

NAGRAVISION and Airties Team Up to Enhance Cybersecurity Solutions for Homes and Small Businesses

(IN BRIEF) NAGRAVISION has partnered with Airties to integrate the NAGRA Scout cybersecurity suite into Airties’ Smart Wi-Fi portfolio, marking a significant step toward bolstering digital security for residential and small business customers. This collaboration aims to provide a comprehensive … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures €850 Million Contract with Proxima for 12 Avelia Horizon High-Speed Trains and 15 Years of Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has announced a significant contract with Proxima, marking the first independent entry into France’s high-speed rail market. The agreement involves the supply of 12 Avelia Horizon very high-speed trains and includes 15 years of maintenance services to … Read the full press release

Arriva Launches First Electric Bus Fleet in Budapest with Landmark Zero-Emission Contracts

(IN BRIEF) Arriva has been awarded two pioneering 12-year contracts by the Budapest Transport Centre (BKK), making it the first operator of an electric bus fleet in Hungary’s capital. Set to launch by the end of 2025, the fleet will … Read the full press release

WMG Unveils Safety Pool™ Studio, Empowering Public Input in Automated Vehicle Safety

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick’s WMG has launched the Safety Pool™ Studio, an innovative online platform designed to enable public participation in shaping the safety of Automated Vehicles (AVs). This first-of-its-kind platform allows users to create driving scenarios based … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered Unveils Sustainable Finance Options with New Borrowing Base Trade Loans

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has officially launched its Sustainable Finance variants of Borrowing Base Trade Loans (BBTL), enhancing its suite of Sustainable Trade Finance solutions to support the decarbonization of the commodities sector. This innovative financing option will be accessible … Read the full press release

Global Race for Autonomous Trucks: Europe a Critical Region Transport Transformation

(IN BRIEF) In 2024, the trucking industry has made significant strides in commercializing autonomous driving technology to address challenges like high operational costs, driver shortages, and safety concerns. The global trucking fleet is expected to incorporate an additional 500,000 Level … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €150 Million Loan to Pekao Leasing to Boost Financing for Polish SMEs and Green Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €150 million loan to Pekao Leasing to bolster financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Poland, with a focus on less-developed regions and a minimum of 20% allocated to … Read the full press release

Wood and Petrobras Collaborate to Revolutionize FPSO Design for Enhanced Safety and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Wood has entered a partnership with Brazilian national oil company Petrobras to develop innovative concept studies for future Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) units. The collaboration aims to optimize performance and reduce emissions over the next decade. … Read the full press release

Stagecoach to Launch Zero-Emission Cycle Shuttle Bus for Silvertown Tunnel Opening in 2025

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach has been chosen by Transport for London to supply zero-emission buses for a new cycle shuttle service associated with the Silvertown Tunnel, which is under construction beneath the Thames and set to open in 2025. The 1.4-kilometer … Read the full press release

Breakthrough Peptide Inhibitor Targets Tau Protein Aggregation, Paving the Way for New Alzheimer’s Treatments

(IN BRIEF) An international team of researchers has made a significant breakthrough in Alzheimer’s drug development with the introduction of RI-AG03, a novel peptide inhibitor that targets and inhibits two key aggregation-promoting hotspots of the Tau protein, which is critical … Read the full press release

RWE Unveils First Turbine Blade for Sofia Offshore Wind Farm at Siemens Gamesa Hull Factory

(IN BRIEF) RWE has officially unveiled the first turbine blade for the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm, produced at Siemens Gamesa’s Hull facility. This significant milestone in the construction of the flagship renewable energy project was celebrated at a ceremony attended … Read the full press release

University of Twente to Launch First Bilingual Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology in 2025

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente has announced the introduction of a bilingual Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology for the 2025-2026 academic year, becoming the first program of its kind at the university. This initiative, approved by the University Council, will … Read the full press release

EIB Group and EDA Strengthen Partnership to Boost European Defence Financing and Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) On October 3, 2024, the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group and the European Defence Agency (EDA) strengthened their partnership with an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance security and defence financing across Europe. The revised agreement allows … Read the full press release