Daily Archives: 18, February 2025

Thales and Sopra Steria Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation in European Air Traffic Management

(IN BRIEF) Thales and Sopra Steria have entered a strategic partnership to advance the digital transformation of Europe’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) ecosystem. The collaboration will focus on the development of the OpenSky Platform, an ultra-secure digital solution designed to … Read the full press release

Sines LNG Terminal Sets New Milestones in Portugal’s Natural Gas Supply, Contributing to National Network Growth

(IN BRIEF) The Sines LNG terminal, operated by REN, played a pivotal role in Portugal’s natural gas supply in 2024, delivering 98% of the National Gas System’s requirements. The terminal’s strategic importance continues to grow, with shipments primarily from Nigeria … Read the full press release

Volocopter Partners with Jet Systems to Launch eVTOL Services in France

(IN BRIEF) Volocopter has partnered with Jet Systems Hélicoptères Services to introduce electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft services in France. The collaboration will begin with the deployment of two VoloCity eVTOL aircraft in Paris, with plans to expand … Read the full press release

Lion Storage Secures Financing for One of Europe’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Systems

(IN BRIEF) Lion Storage, a Dutch energy storage developer, has reached financial close on the Mufasa project, set to become one of Europe’s largest battery energy storage systems (BESS). With a storage capacity of 1,400MWh and a power capacity of … Read the full press release

APM Terminals Deepens Strategic Collaboration with Bahrain to Boost Economic Growth and Trade

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications to strengthen their partnership and support the nation’s Economic Vision 2030. The collaboration aims to double terminal throughput by 2030, enhance trade … Read the full press release

Venture Capital Trends Shift as Climate Tech Faces Increased Competition and Cybersecurity, AI Gain Momentum

(IN BRIEF) The venture capital landscape is evolving as priorities shift, with climate technology losing some of its earlier momentum while sectors like cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and defense see increased investment interest. Young businesses focused on these areas are expected … Read the full press release

Ericsson, Dell, and Red Hat Collaborate to Advance O2 Interface for Open RAN at MWC 2025

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson, in collaboration with Dell Technologies and Red Hat, is showcasing its work on the O2 interface for Open RAN at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025. The O2 interface supports the flexible and efficient management of cloud infrastructure … Read the full press release

Sanofi’s Dupixent Receives FDA Priority Review for the Treatment of Bullous Pemphigoid

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi’s Dupixent has been granted FDA priority review for the treatment of bullous pemphigoid (BP), a chronic skin disease. If approved, Dupixent would be the first targeted medicine for BP in the U.S., with the FDA’s decision expected … Read the full press release

Bayer Supports Personalized Cardiovascular Risk Assessment with New Research on Aspirin and Ultrasound Tools

(IN BRIEF) Recent studies suggest that current cardiovascular risk assessment methods may be inadequate and call for a more personalized approach. Tools like carotid ultrasound offer promising solutions for more precise evaluations, enabling targeted interventions such as aspirin therapy, which … Read the full press release

Wood Selected to Provide Operations and Maintenance for World’s Largest Membrane-Based Carbon Capture Plant

(IN BRIEF) Wood has secured a contract to deliver operations and maintenance services for the MTR Carbon Capture facility in Gillette, Wyoming, the largest membrane-based carbon capture plant globally. This facility is part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s pilot … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Celebrates Record Success with Key Awards in APAC Debt Financing and Sustainable Finance

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank has received significant recognition in the Asia Pacific region, including being named Asia’s High-Yield Bond House of the Year by IFR. The bank’s commitment to innovation and sustainable finance solutions was further demonstrated through 14 wins … Read the full press release

KKR Expands Stake in Enilive with €587.5 Million Investment to Strengthen Sustainable Mobility Strategy

(IN BRIEF) KKR has increased its stake in Enilive by purchasing an additional 5% of the company’s share capital, with a €587.5 million investment. This move aligns with KKR’s previously announced commitment and underscores the market’s confidence in Enilive’s business … Read the full press release

Schaeffler to Highlight Sustainable Innovations at bauma 2025 for the Construction Equipment Industry

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler will demonstrate its cutting-edge products for the construction equipment sector at bauma 2025, showcasing technologies aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing total cost of ownership. Highlights include low-friction rolling bearings, Ewellix electromechanical linear actuators, and highly … Read the full press release

BASF Signs $1.15 Billion Deal to Sell Brazilian Decorative Paints Business to Sherwin-Williams

(IN BRIEF) BASF has reached an agreement to sell its Brazilian decorative paints business to Sherwin-Williams for $1.15 billion. This divestiture, which is part of BASF’s strategy to unlock value through active portfolio management, includes production sites, brands, and approximately … Read the full press release

Vodafone to Enhance Connectivity at Harwell Science Campus with 5G Private Network

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has been chosen by Oxfordshire County Council to deploy and manage a 5G Standalone (5G SA) mobile private network (MPN) at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus. The new network will provide cutting-edge wireless connectivity for research … Read the full press release

FTSE Russell Expands ESG Indices Globally with Launch of FTSE Blossom World Index Series

(IN BRIEF) FTSE Russell has unveiled the FTSE Blossom World Index Series, an extension of its successful FTSE Blossom Japan Index. Designed to meet growing investor demand, the new indices offer a global platform to assess companies based on their … Read the full press release

Telefónica and Vithas Secure Quantum-Safe Communications for Healthcare with Cutting-Edge Technology

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, in collaboration with Vithas, LuxQuanta, and QoolNet, has successfully implemented a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system to protect healthcare data transmitted between two hospitals in Madrid. This project marks a significant step toward ensuring the security of … Read the full press release

KfW IPEX-Bank Extends EUR 50 Million Loan to Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe for Sustainable Public Transport Investments

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank has granted Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe (KVB), a subsidiary of Stadtwerke Köln, a EUR 50 million loan to fund the transition towards more sustainable public transportation. The investment will support the acquisition of electric buses and the development … Read the full press release

UAE-France High-Level Business Council Strengthens Economic Cooperation at Third Meeting

(IN BRIEF) At the third meeting of the UAE-France High-Level Business Council in Paris, strategic partnerships were formed to enhance collaboration in energy, renewable energy, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. The event, co-chaired by H.E. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber and Patrick … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and ENI Secure Key Agreement for Cyprus Offshore Gas Development

(IN BRIEF) In a major move for energy cooperation, TotalEnergies and ENI have signed a Host Government Agreement (HGA) with Egypt and Cyprus, paving the way for the development of the Cronos gas field in Cyprus offshore Block 6. The … Read the full press release