(IN BRIEF) Gian Luca Grondona, Chief HR, Organization & Systems Officer at Webuild Group, was named Global Ambassador for Genoa by Mayor Marco Bucci during the “Genoa and Columbus Day” celebrations. The honor recognizes Grondona’s civic engagement and his efforts … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Construction, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Italy, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Awards, Civic Engagement, Genoa, Gian Luca Grondona, Global Ambassador, INNOVATION, leadership, Mayor Marco Bucci, Webuild
(IN BRIEF) ESET has been recognized as a Strategic Leader for the fourth time in the AV-Comparatives 2024 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) Comparative Report. ESET PROTECT Enterprise achieved the highest score for Prevention and Response, detecting 98% of threats … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Ringkjøbing Landbobank have entered a groundbreaking guarantee agreement to facilitate DKK 320 million in funding for green investments by Danish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps. Supported by the European Commission’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Belgium, Business, Denmark, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business
Tagged Denmark, EIF, investments, John Fisker, Marjut Falkstedt, partnership, Ringkjøbing Landbobank, SMEs, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) On October 14, 2024, the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) and the EIB Group, which comprises the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF), convened in Paris to enhance collaboration in tackling the growing … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Small Business
Tagged Alessandro Tappi, CEB, EIB Group, EIF, Europe, Financial, investment, Kyriacos Kakouris, partnership, Sandrine Gaudin
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) has committed €2 million to support Akagera Medicines Africa Limited in Rwanda, facilitating the early-stage development of vaccines for infectious diseases, including tuberculosis, HIV, Ebola, and Lassa fever. This funding aims to … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology
Tagged Akagera Medicines, Belen Calvo Uyarra, Ebola, EIB Global, HIV, investment, Lassa fever, Michael Fairbanks, partnership, Regis Rugemanshuro, Rwanda, sustainability, Thomas Östros, tuberculosis, vaccine, wellness
(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a division of the Atos Group, has unveiled its “Cloud for Clinics,” a secure and pre-integrated platform tailored for healthcare providers in Germany and the DACH region, built on Amazon Web Services (AWS). This initiative aims to … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged "Cloud for Clinics" Platform, DACH region, Eviden, Healthcare, innovative, Max Peterson, Michael von Wagner, partnership, sustainability, Udo Littke
(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Roche Diagnostics UK and Ireland to enhance research and innovation focused on improving health outcomes and addressing health inequalities. This partnership aims to align with Roche’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged health innovation, Healthcare, inequalities, partnership, Professor Sarah Coupland, Professor Tim Jones, Roche, sustainability, University of Liverpool, wellness
(IN BRIEF) Agfa-Gevaert Group has appointed Fiona Lam as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective October 15, 2024. She will replace Dirk De Man, who is stepping down due to health issues. CEO Pascal Juéry expressed his enthusiasm for Lam’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Business, Electronics & Machinery, Industrial, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Agfa-Gevaert Group, appointment, CFO, Dirk De Man, Fiona Lam, leadership, Pascal Juéry
(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has launched a new digital feature called Autoquote on its Straight2Bank Next Gen platform, enabling clients worldwide to request and accept pricing quotations for letters of credit (LCs) conveniently and at any time. This innovative request … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Autoquote, Digital Trade Finance, Samuel Mathew, Standard Chartered, Straight2Bank
(IN BRIEF) NAGRAVISION has expanded its streaming partner ecosystem by integrating Evergent, a leader in customer management and monetization for streaming services. This partnership aims to enhance multi-service entertainment offerings by providing personalized consumer experiences and targeted marketing solutions. The … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Entertainment, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged ecosystem, entertainment, Evergent, Kudelski Group, Multi-Service Commercialization, NAGRAVISION, partnership, Stéphane Le Dreau, sustainability, USA, Vijay Sajja
(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals Maasvlakte II (APMT MVII) has announced plans to install shore power at its terminal by 2028, marking a significant advancement in sustainability efforts at the Port of Rotterdam. This initiative, developed in partnership with Rotterdam Shore … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged APM Terminals Maasvlakte II, Brigit Gijsbers, CO2 reductions, Eneco, Harold Kunst, partnership, Shore Power, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Sony has launched its flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 VI, in a new striking color called scarlet. This vibrant hue enhances the device’s sophisticated design, complemented by a luxurious matte finish while retaining all the advanced features of … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged Kaoru Murai, Scarlet, Sony, Xperia 1 VI
(IN BRIEF) Sony has announced the upcoming release of Version 1.13 of its Camera Remote SDK, set to launch on October 16, 2024. This update expands compatibility to include new camera models such as the ZV-E10 II, PXW-Z200, and HXR-NX800, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Greater China recently held its annual new service launch event in Shenzhen, unveiling a comprehensive suite of certification services for electronic and electrical products. These services focus on diverse environments and emphasize key areas such as … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) GSK plc has announced positive results from its Phase III ANCHOR trials for depemokimab, a biologic treatment for chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). The trials demonstrated a significant reduction in nasal polyp size and nasal obstruction after … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged chronic rhinosinusitis, Depemokimab, GSK, Kaivan Khavandi, Nasal Polyps, safety
(IN BRIEF) ZF has inaugurated the UK’s first dedicated 800V Test and Validation Laboratory at its R&D hub in Solihull, aiming to enhance the development of next-generation electric vehicles (EVs). Partially funded by the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), this advanced … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged Adrian Mitcham, Next-Generation Mobility, partnership, sustainability, Test and Validation Laboratory, UK, ZF
(IN BRIEF) Roche has announced positive two-year data from its RAINBOWFISH study, showcasing the effectiveness of Evrysdi® (risdiplam) in treating children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) when administered before symptoms appear. The study revealed that most children achieved key motor … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Audi has unveiled the new Q6 Sportback e-tron, expanding its electric vehicle portfolio. The new Sportback boasts a sleek and dynamic design inspired by the Audi TT Coupé, offering an extended range of up to 656 kilometers due … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Audi, INNOVATION, Q6 Sportback e-tron
(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo’s Enhertu (trastuzumab deruxtecan) has received conditional approval in China for the treatment of patients with unresectable, locally advanced, or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with HER2 (ERBB2) mutations who have previously undergone systemic … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) SGS, a leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification, has launched the industry’s most comprehensive suite of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) testing services, addressing a wide range of industries such as consumer goods, electronics, food, and the environment. … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its polyurethane production at the Düsseldorf site, marking the third European Henkel facility to receive this sustainability certification. This certification confirms the use of bio-based and recycled raw materials … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has completed the Eleven Mile Solar Center in Arizona, featuring a 300 MW solar farm paired with a 300 MW/1200 MWh battery storage system. This facility will provide clean energy for 65,000 homes, support Meta’s planned data … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Continental’s WinterContact TS 870 P tire has earned the highest rating of “exemplary” in two separate winter tire tests conducted by AUTO BILD Allrad and AUTO BILD sportscars. The tire was praised for its excellent performance on snow-covered, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged AUTO BILD Winter Tire Tests, Awards, Continental, leadership, safety, WinterContact TS 870 P
(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal has entered into an agreement to purchase Nippon Steel Corporation’s 50% stake in the AM/NS Calvert Joint Venture, contingent upon NSC’s successful acquisition of US Steel. As part of the deal, NSC will inject approximately $0.9 billion … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Technology
Tagged acquisition, AM/NS Calvert, ArcelorMittal, Nippon Steel, partnership, sustainability, US Steel Deal
(IN BRIEF) Aviva has opened applications for the second year of its Supported Internship Programme, offering young adults with autism valuable work experience at its Norwich offices. The programme, a collaboration between Aviva, DFN Project SEARCH, The Wherry School, Norfolk … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Education, Financial, Government, Industrial, Insurance, Investment, Management, News, Society, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Aviva, DFN Project SEARCH, Employment, inclusivity, Internship Programme, Kirsty Matthews, Matthew Bohan, Norfolk County Council, Norwich, Owen Morris, partnership, Pluss, Rachel Quick, society, The Wherry School, Young Adults with Autism
(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich have found that mitochondrial dysfunction in the intestines can trigger Crohn’s disease symptoms by disrupting the gut microbiome. This groundbreaking discovery establishes a direct link between defective mitochondria and both tissue … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick raised £5,900 for Coventry-based charity Carriers of Hope through its Kitchen Kit Market, where over 1,000 students purchased pre-loved kitchen items on a “pay as you feel” basis. This initiative, part of the university’s … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Russell Group has formed an expert advisory panel to develop strategies for maximizing the role of UK universities in delivering the government’s Industrial Strategy. Chaired by the University of Warwick’s Vice-Chancellor, Stuart Croft, the panel includes prominent … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The SETsquared Partnership universities, including the University of Southampton, and QantX have launched a £300 million investment vehicle to accelerate the growth of science and technology companies. This initiative aims to address funding disparities in the region and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, INNOVATION, investment fund, Mark Spearing, partnership, Patrick Vallance, QantX, Richard Haycock, science, SETsquared, Southampton, Surrey, sustainability, technology
(IN BRIEF) KGHM Polska Miedź S.A. has retained the prestigious title of ‘The Best of the Best’ at The Best Annual Report competition, achieving the highest score for its consolidated financial statements. This marks the 13th time KGHM has won … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Poland
Tagged Awards, KGHM, leadership, National Competition, Piotr Krzyżewski, ‘Best of the Best’ Title
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has successfully launched its first recycled fiber lines in Bangladesh at Lipy Paper Mills, marking a major step forward in the country’s paper industry. The two lines can process 150 tons per day of recycled materials and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Fortum’s Loviisa nuclear power plant has completed its annual outages for 2024, with both units back online. Unit 2’s outage lasted 23 days, while Unit 1’s extended four-year maintenance took 39 days, with both experiencing minor delays due … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ESET Research has revealed that the Telekopye scam network has shifted its focus to targeting users of Booking.com and Airbnb through compromised hotel accounts. By sending fake payment issue emails and directing users to fraudulent booking sites that … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Czech Republic, Financial, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Slovakia, Technology
Tagged Airbnb, Booking.com, ESET, Hotel Accounts, Radek Jizba, SECURITY, Telekopye Scam Network
(IN BRIEF) ESET has enhanced its Vulnerability and Patch Management module to include Linux and macOS systems, expanding coverage and offering improved visibility and control through a new dashboard. The update supports both automated and manual vulnerability scanning, ensuring seamless … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Amsterdam-based LUMICKS has secured €20 million in venture debt from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance its next-generation cell avidity platform, which aims to accelerate the development of immunotherapies for cancer treatment. Supported by the InvestEU initiative, … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Netherlands, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Cancer Drug Discovery, EIB, Hugo de Wit, Immunotherapy Tools, investment, LUMICKS, Netherlands, partnership, Robert de Groot, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo have partnered to drive up to €8 billion in investment for Europe’s wind energy sector, leveraging a €500 million EIB counter-guarantee to enable Intesa Sanpaolo to create €1 billion worth of bank guarantees. … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Italy, Luxembourg, Management, News
Tagged EIB, Gelsomina Vigliotti, Intesa Sanpaolo, investment, Italy, Kadri Simson, Mauro Micillo, Paolo Gentiloni, partnership, renewable energy sector, sustainability, wind energy
(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, a division of the European Investment Bank, has provided Enel Colombia with a $300 million loan to support the development of renewable energy projects and upgrades to the company’s power distribution infrastructure. This loan, backed by … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Italy, Luxembourg, Management, News
Tagged EIB Global, Enel Colombia, grid infrastructure, Ioannis Tsakiris, partnership, renewable energy, SACE, Stefano De Angelis EIB, sustainability, Valerio Perinelli
(IN BRIEF) Merck has officially opened a new €290 million biosafety testing facility in Rockville, Maryland, designed to meet the increasing global demand for biosafety testing services. This state-of-the-art facility consolidates various operations, including biosafety testing, analytical development, and cell … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology
Tagged Accelerate Testing Timelines, Benjamin Hein, Biosafety Testing Facility, Drug Safety, Merck, partnership, Rockville, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) On October 10, 2024, Unilever announced the successful sale of its Russian subsidiary to Arnest Group, a local manufacturer specializing in perfumes, cosmetics, and household products. This transaction encompasses Unilever’s entire operations in Russia, including its four production … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Commodities, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged acquisition, Arnest Group, Hein Schumacher, partnership, RUSSIA, sustainability, Unilever
(IN BRIEF) On October 10, 2024, Amey, a leading UK infrastructure services and engineering firm, announced the introduction of its revitalized Early Careers Programme, welcoming 137 new graduates, apprentices, and interns. This year’s cohort will engage in diverse roles across … Read the full press release
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