Monthly Archives: January 2025

Anglo American, University of Birmingham, and Cambridge Future Tech Join Forces to Launch PeroCycle for Carbon Recycling in Steelmaking

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American, in partnership with the University of Birmingham and Cambridge Future Tech, has launched PeroCycle, a venture aimed at advancing carbon recycling technology in steelmaking. The project builds on the pioneering work of Professor Yulong Ding and … Read the full press release

CNP Assurances Receives Prestigious MSCI ESG AAA Rating for Sustainability Efforts

(IN BRIEF) CNP Assurances has been upgraded to an MSCI ESG AAA rating, securing a 9.7/10 score and ranking 5th globally in the “Life and Health Insurance” category. The company’s commitment to sustainability is central to its operations, with a … Read the full press release

Fresenius and Microsoft Sign Landmark Five-Year Global Agreement to Enhance IT Collaboration and Security

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius has signed a five-year global contract with Microsoft to enhance IT collaboration and security for its global workforce. Beginning in June 2025, the agreement will include tools such as Microsoft Defender, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft … Read the full press release

Nagarro Sets Optimistic Financial Outlook for 2025, Focusing on Growth and Shareholder Value

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro has issued its financial guidance for 2025, projecting revenues between €1,020 million and €1,080 million, with a gross margin of around 30% and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 14.5% to 15.5%. CEO Manas Human expressed confidence in … Read the full press release

Yonsei University, Zymedi, and Evotec Awarded US$ 4.5 Million Grant for Novel Lung Disease Therapies

(IN BRIEF) Evotec, Yonsei University, and Zymedi have been awarded a US$ 4.5 million grant from the Korea Institute of Advanced Technology (KIAT) to develop first-in-class biologic therapies for lung diseases, specifically asthma and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The project … Read the full press release

Knorr-Bremse Finalizes Sale of GT Emissions Systems to Rcapital Partners as Part of Ongoing Portfolio Optimization

(IN BRIEF) Knorr-Bremse has completed the sale of its subsidiary, GT Emissions Systems, to UK-based Rcapital Partners, marking a key milestone in the company’s portfolio optimization efforts. GT Emissions Systems specializes in emission control systems for diesel engines and has … Read the full press release

Arkema Unveils ENCOR® Bio-Based Dispersions to Drive Sustainability in the Textile Industry

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has launched its ENCOR® range of bio-based waterborne dispersions, designed for textile printing and finishing applications, offering up to 30% bio-based content and reducing the carbon footprint by 40% compared to traditional resins. This innovation supports the … Read the full press release

Banco Santander and Coursera Offer 10,000 Scholarships for Global Professional Development

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has partnered with Coursera to offer 10,000 scholarships for access to Coursera’s platform, providing one-year free access to over 13,000 courses and professional certifications across 13 countries. The scholarships cover a wide range of fields, including … Read the full press release

Naked Receives USD 4 Million Investment from DEG to Expand South Africa’s Digital Insurance Landscape

(IN BRIEF) Naked, South Africa’s fully digital insurance platform, has secured a USD 4 million equity investment from DEG to further its growth by enhancing automation, expanding its product offerings, and attracting more customers through targeted advertising. This is part … Read the full press release

Shell Announces Leadership Changes as Huibert Vigeveno Steps Down After 30 Years of Service

(IN BRIEF) Huibert Vigeveno, a long-serving Shell executive, will step down from his role as Director of Downstream, Renewables, and Energy Solutions, effective 31 March 2025, after a remarkable 30-year career. CEO Wael Sawan thanked Huibert for his contributions, highlighting … Read the full press release

Emerging Markets Climate Action Fund Secures €450 Million, Paving the Way for Major Climate Investments in Developing Countries

(IN BRIEF) The Emerging Markets Climate Action Fund (EMCAF), a partnership between the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Allianz Global Investors, has reached a closing total of €450 million with the final €20 million contribution from Germany’s Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau … Read the full press release

ASI and Thales Alenia Space Partner with NASA on Thermal Infrared Earth Observation Mission

(IN BRIEF) The Italian Space Agency and Thales Alenia Space have signed a contract for the implementation of NASA’s Surface Biology and Geology – Thermal Infrared (SBG-TIR) mission, aimed at advancing Earth observation technologies and addressing global challenges like climate … Read the full press release

SFE Awards ANDRITZ Major Contract for New Øksenelvane Hydropower Plant in Norway

(IN BRIEF) SFE has awarded ANDRITZ a contract to supply advanced electromechanical equipment for the new Øksenelvane hydropower plant, which will significantly increase clean energy production in Norway. The project is set to play a key role in supporting Norway’s … Read the full press release

METLEN Partners with HSGME to Enhance Raw Material Security and Sustainability for Aluminium of Greece

(IN BRIEF) METLEN and HSGME have launched a partnership to improve raw material supply security for Aluminium of Greece, focusing on sustainable mining practices and advanced technologies like AI to optimize exploration. The collaboration will promote local economic growth, responsible … Read the full press release

University of Glasgow Report Calls for Enhanced Sediment Management to Support Hydropower and Protect Ecosystems in Scotland

(IN BRIEF) A new report highlights the need for better sediment management in Scotland’s hydropower systems to ensure both efficient energy production and environmental protection. Commissioned by CREW and developed by the University of Glasgow and cbec eco-engineering, the study … Read the full press release

University of Warwick’s Dr. Melissa Webby Awarded Wellcome Fellowship to Research New Approaches in Combating Antimicrobial Resistance

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Melissa Webby of the University of Warwick has received a £2.2 million Wellcome Career Development Award to research the mechanisms that protect Gram-negative bacteria from antibiotics. This award supports Dr. Webby’s mission to advance the understanding of … Read the full press release

Wienerberger Appoints Dagmar Steinert as CFO, Gerhard Hanke to Become COO for Central & Eastern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has appointed Dagmar Steinert as its new CFO, effective March 1, 2025. She succeeds Gerhard Hanke, who will transition to the role of COO for Central and Eastern Europe. Steinert brings decades of financial leadership experience and … Read the full press release

NBCo debuta en Davos: pionera de un futuro en el que los envases simplemente desaparecen

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Hoy, durante el Foro Económico Mundial de Davos 2025, NBCo hizo su debut como la organización pionera en la lucha contra la crisis de los envases plásticos. Cada año, se producen más de 600 mil millones de … Read the full press release

SSAB Appoints Helena Norrman as EVP & Head of Group Communications

(IN BRIEF) SSAB has appointed Helena Norrman as its new EVP and Head of Group Communications, a role created within the Group Executive Committee. With her extensive background in communications, Norrman will play a key role in supporting SSAB’s transformation … Read the full press release

NBCo fait ses débuts à Davos – Le pionnier d’un avenir sans emballages.

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) Lors du Forum économique mondial de Davos 2025, NBCo a présenté son initiative visant à mettre fin à la crise des emballages plastiques. Chaque année, plus de 600 milliards de bouteilles en plastique sont produites, souvent utilisées … Read the full press release