Monthly Archives: January 2025

EBRD Appoints Fatoumata Bouaré as Vice President and Chief Risk Officer to Lead Risk Strategy and Expansion

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has appointed Fatoumata Bouaré as Vice President and Chief Risk Officer, effective May 1, 2025. Ms. Bouaré, with extensive experience in both development and commercial banking, will oversee multiple departments and serve as a member of … Read the full press release

Dedalus Leverages Sony BRAVIA Displays to Enhance Conference Spaces and Drive Sustainability in Healthcare Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Dedalus, a leader in healthcare software, has enhanced its conference rooms across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland by installing Sony BRAVIA 4K Professional Displays. The displays provide high-quality visuals and cloud connectivity while supporting Dedalus’ sustainability efforts with energy-efficient … Read the full press release

BCS Telecom & ICT Enhances YAYA Stores with Sony BRAVIA Displays and Custom Frames for Seamless Retail Experience

(IN BRIEF) BCS Telecom & ICT has successfully upgraded ten YAYA stores across Europe with Sony’s BRAVIA Professional Displays, incorporating custom frames to seamlessly integrate the technology with YAYA’s branding. The displays, chosen for their image quality and internal media … Read the full press release

Infineon Technologies Predicts Gallium Nitride Will Revolutionize Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization Across Multiple Industries

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies highlights the transformative potential of gallium nitride (GaN) in driving energy efficiency and decarbonization across industries such as AI, home appliances, electric vehicles, and robotics. The company anticipates rapid growth in GaN adoption, supported by its … Read the full press release

wpd Secures Long-Term Power Purchase Agreement with LyondellBasell for Licata Wind Farm in Italy

(IN BRIEF) wpd has signed a ten-year PPA with LyondellBasell for the Licata onshore wind project in Sicily. The project, featuring seven Vestas turbines, will generate 79,000 MWh annually, supporting LyondellBasell’s emissions reduction efforts. This partnership underscores LyondellBasell’s commitment to … Read the full press release

SGL Carbon Ensures Uninterrupted Supply of Natural Graphite Flakes Despite New Chinese Export Restrictions

(IN BRIEF) SGL Carbon reassures customers that its supply chain for natural graphite flakes remains robust despite new export restrictions imposed by China. With a diversified network of global suppliers and more than 50 years of experience in producing flexible … Read the full press release

Lindner’s LMD-St 320 Ceiling System Combines Innovation, Elegance, and Sustainability for Architectural Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Lindner’s LMD-St 320 expanded metal canopy ceiling offers a flexible and elegant solution for architecturally demanding projects. With customizable colours and meshes, the system meets aesthetic and functional needs, while also delivering superior acoustic performance. Designed for easy … Read the full press release

Telia Appoints Bjørn Ivar Moen as New Head of Telia Norway to Lead Next Phase of Growth

(IN BRIEF) Telia Company has appointed Bjørn Ivar Moen as Senior Vice President and Head of Telia Norway, effective January 2026. Moen, with 25 years of experience in telecommunications, including his recent tenure as CEO of Telenor Sweden, will join … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Secures Major ESA Contract to Develop Lunar Descent Element for European Autonomous Access to the Moon

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space has secured an €862 million contract with the European Space Agency to develop the Lunar Descent Element for the Argonaut mission, aimed at enabling European autonomous access to the Moon. Planned for the 2030s, Argonaut … Read the full press release

BT Group Appoints Jon James as CEO of BT Business to Strengthen UK Focus

(IN BRIEF) BT Group plc has appointed Jon James as CEO of BT Business, effective 3 March 2025, following his successful tenure as CEO of Nuuday in Denmark, where he led the company through a transformative growth phase. This appointment … Read the full press release

Henkel Unveils New TPE Bonding Adhesives to Meet Regulatory and Performance Demands in Medical Devices

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched two new light cure adhesives, Loctite AA 3952 and Loctite SI 5057, designed to address the challenges of bonding thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) for medical devices. These adhesives ensure strong and reliable connections, meet stringent EU … Read the full press release

Students from TU Delft, Inholland, and ProGrotius Unite to Tackle Delft’s Waste Challenges Through Collaborative Projects

(IN BRIEF) In Delft, students from various universities, including Inholland University of Applied Sciences, TU Delft, and ProGrotius, collaborated on a waste management initiative to address the city’s ongoing waste issues. The students participated in waste excursions, picking up litter … Read the full press release

TU Delft’s 3D-Printed Brain Model Could Transform Understanding of Brain Disorders and Neuron Growth

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at TU Delft, led by Angelo Accardo, have developed a groundbreaking 3D-printed model that replicates the brain’s environment to study how neurons grow and form networks. Using nanopillar arrays, the team mimicked the mechanical and geometric properties … Read the full press release

Thales Sentinel Secures Eyedea’s AI Visual Recognition Software, Enabling Global Growth and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Thales has partnered with Eyedea to secure its AI-powered visual recognition software using Thales Sentinel, ensuring the software is protected and can be scaled efficiently. Eyedea’s software, which recognizes objects such as vehicles and train carriages, is used … Read the full press release

Thales Deploys Enrollment Kiosks to Enhance Customer Experience for Georgia DDS

(IN BRIEF) Thales has partnered with the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) to deploy 30 self-service enrollment kiosks across 23 locations, improving the customer experience by offering quicker and more efficient services for tasks such as license renewals and … Read the full press release

Skanska Lands $450M Contract for Rebuilding Lindsay C. Warren Bridge in North Carolina

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has secured a $450 million contract with the North Carolina Department of Transportation to rebuild the Lindsay C. Warren Bridge in Columbia, North Carolina. The new bridge, featuring a fixed-span, high-rise design, will be built north of … Read the full press release

Experian Introduces Virtual I-9 Form Completion to Enhance Onboarding and Ensure Compliance

(IN BRIEF) Experian has launched a new virtual Section 2 service to simplify and streamline the completion of Form I-9 for employers. This solution helps employers verify new employees’ eligibility to work in the U.S. without requiring in-person meetings, addressing … Read the full press release

Experian Data Shows Over £1,300 Potential Savings for Credit Cardholders by Switching to 0% Balance Transfer Cards

(IN BRIEF) Experian’s latest research indicates that over 10 million people with credit card debt could save up to £1,391.69 annually by transferring their balances to a 0% balance transfer card. The data, based on an analysis of 3 million … Read the full press release

University of Copenhagen Study Reveals AI’s Complex Impact on Freelance Job Demand Following ChatGPT Launch

(IN BRIEF) A new study published in the Journal for Economic Behaviour and Organization explores the changing landscape of freelance job demand following the release of ChatGPT in late 2022. The study found that job categories like copywriting, translation, and … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen Subsidiary HMB Awarded SEK 138 Million Contract to Build New Care Homes in Eskilstuna

(IN BRIEF) HMB, a subsidiary of AF Gruppen, has been awarded a SEK 138 million contract by Eskilstuna Kommunfastigheter AB to build a new care home complex in Eskilstuna. The Gillet 1 project will feature a four-story building with 72 … Read the full press release