Daily Archives: 1, November 2024

LAB Entreprenør to Revitalize Bergen Waterfront with New Apartment Complex and Public Promenade in Nøstet District

(IN BRIEF) LAB Entreprenør AS, part of AF Gruppen, has been contracted by OBOS Nye Hjem to develop a NOK 428 million apartment project in Bergen’s Nøstet district. The waterfront project will feature three residential buildings, an underground garage, outdoor … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen to Lead NOK 1.4 Billion Diakonhjemmet Campus Project in Oslo, Supporting Health and Education Expansion

(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen has been awarded a NOK 1.4 billion contract to develop the Diakonhjemmet Campus in Oslo, which will include facilities for a health and social care high school, VID University College, a metro platform, and shared infrastructure. … Read the full press release

SIX Swiss Exchange Expands Real Estate ETF Offerings with abrdn’s New Active Fund Listing

(IN BRIEF) SIX Swiss Exchange has welcomed abrdn Investments as a new ETF issuer with the launch of its “abrdn Future Real Estate UCITS ETF.” This actively managed ETF offers investors access to global real estate markets through abrdn’s expertise, … Read the full press release

UK MOD Appoints Savills to Drive Defence Estate Optimisation and Community Impact

(IN BRIEF) The UK Ministry of Defence has appointed Savills as a Strategic Property Advisor to support the Defence Estate Optimisation (DEO) Portfolio, a £5.1 billion investment in modernizing and sustaining Defence Estate infrastructure. Over the next seven years, Savills … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Opens Applications for Vice-Chancellor Independent Research Fellowship

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has opened recruitment for the sixth cohort of its Vice-Chancellor Independent Research Fellowship (VCIRF), a prestigious 24-month program supporting early career researchers worldwide. The fellowship provides postdoctoral researchers with opportunities to develop their own research while … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Celebrates 40 Years in China with New Innovations Unveiled at China International Import Expo

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval is celebrating 40 years in China by presenting its latest innovations at the China International Import Expo (CIIE), including the global launch of its T25 SW semi-welded plate heat exchanger. At the event, Alfa Laval will … Read the full press release

Sainsbury’s Christmas Ad Brings the BFG to Life in a Festive Feast for All

(IN BRIEF) Sainsbury’s has launched a festive Christmas advert featuring the beloved Big Friendly Giant (BFG) alongside a real-life colleague named Sophie. The heartwarming ad follows the BFG and Sophie as they explore Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference and holiday ranges, … Read the full press release

RWE Signs Renewable Energy Agreement with Rivian to Power Adventure Network and Expand Wind Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE has signed a 15-year power purchase agreement with Rivian to supply its Adventure Network with renewable energy from the repowered Champion Wind farm in Texas. This 127 MW wind project, currently undergoing upgrades, will help Rivian achieve … Read the full press release

Telefónica Launches Relief Campaign and Provides Free Services for Flood-Affected Communities

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica and its Foundation have launched an emergency relief effort for flood victims across affected regions, deploying technical teams to restore communications and providing free data and national calls through Movistar. In partnership with the Red Cross, Fundación … Read the full press release

Shell Brasil Begins Production at Mero-3 FPSO, Boosting Offshore Capacity in Brazil’s Santos Basin

(IN BRIEF) Shell Brasil has launched production at the Marechal Duque de Caxias FPSO (Mero-3) in Brazil’s Mero field, part of the Santos Basin, with an output capacity of 180,000 barrels of oil per day. This FPSO, located 200 kilometers … Read the full press release

Schmalz Unveils Hygienic mGrip Finger Gripper for Delicate and Safe Food Handling Automation

(IN BRIEF) Schmalz has launched the mGrip finger gripper, a hygienically designed pneumatic gripper tailored for sensitive food handling. Ideal for products like produce and baked goods, the mGrip’s gentle grip and closed, easy-to-clean design meet stringent hygiene standards, allowing … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Begins Construction on Innovation Campus to Foster Creativity and Sustainability in Product Design

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has commenced construction on a new 50,000-square-meter Innovation Campus at its Billund headquarters, designed to enhance creativity and sustainability. The facility will unite 1,700 employees, including over 600 designers, in a collaborative space focused on … Read the full press release

European Energy Ministers Visit Central Europe’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant at MOL Group’s Danube Refinery

(IN BRIEF) European energy ministers recently visited MOL Group’s green hydrogen plant in Százhalombatta, Hungary, Central Europe’s largest facility of its kind, during the Central and South-Eastern Europe Energy Connectivity (CESEC) meeting. The 10-megawatt plant produces 1,600 tonnes of green … Read the full press release

Ericsson Unveils 5G Advanced Suite to Boost Network Efficiency and Enable New CSP Services

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has launched a suite of seven 5G Advanced software products designed to empower communications service providers (CSPs) with high-performing programmable networks. These products leverage AI-driven automation, intent-based functionality, and service-aware RAN to optimize network performance, improve user … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Analysis Highlights Link Between Limited Access to Sports, Culture, and Lower Test Scores Among Dutch Children

(IN BRIEF) An analysis by ABN AMRO Foundation reveals that Dutch primary school children with limited access to sports and cultural activities are more likely to receive recommendations for lower levels of secondary education, potentially limiting their educational and career … Read the full press release

TU/e and Catharina Hospital Use Digital Twins to Shape the Future of Personalized Heart Care

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) and Catharina Hospital, including cardiologist Prof. Lukas Dekker and PhD candidate Carlijn Buck, are pioneering the use of “digital twins” to advance personalized care for heart patients. This innovative approach creates … Read the full press release

Denmark’s First Guide to Sustainable Management of Vacant Properties Unveiled by Aalborg University

(IN BRIEF) Aalborg University researchers have published Denmark’s first guide for sustainably managing vacant properties, addressing the economic, social, and environmental impacts of underused buildings. Developed with insights from Danish case studies and in collaboration with Freja Ejendomme and the … Read the full press release

Accenture and 1910 Genetics Unite to Revolutionize Drug Discovery with AI-Driven Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has invested in 1910 Genetics, a biotech firm leveraging AI-driven lab automation to enhance drug discovery for small and large molecule therapies. This partnership aims to provide biopharma clients with a powerful AI platform, streamlining the drug … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Joins Global Sustainability Movement with World Business Council for Sustainable Development Membership

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, has joined the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) to collaborate with industry leaders in addressing major environmental issues like climate change, decarbonization, and biodiversity loss. Guided by its … Read the full press release