Daily Archives: 14, March 2025

University of St. Gallen Celebrates Innovation with Honorary Professorship for Andrea Caroni

(IN BRIEF) Andrea Caroni has been named an Honorary Professor at the University of St. Gallen in acknowledgment of his significant contributions to both the academic and business worlds. The appointment honors his longstanding commitment to integrating rigorous academic research … Read the full press release

Shell and Brevik Engineering’s LCO₂ Carrier Design Earns DNV’s Nod for Maritime Innovation

(IN BRIEF) DNV has issued an approval in principle for a newly developed LCO₂ carrier design, a project undertaken by Shell and Brevik Engineering. The vessel design has been rigorously evaluated and is recognized for meeting the stringent safety, technical, … Read the full press release

Daimler Truck Empowers Success with a €4,140 Bonus for Its German Workforce

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck has announced a performance-based bonus for its German workforce, where every eligible employee will receive €4,140 in recognition of the company’s impressive achievements. The bonus initiative is a core part of the shared success strategy, designed … Read the full press release

Prudence Foundation Unveils D-Tech Awards and AVPN Alliance to Accelerate Climate & Health Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential plc, has announced the return of the SAFE STEPS Disaster Tech Awards for 2025. The awards, which feature two tracks—“Climate & Health” and “Smart Resilience”—will be held on 11 June … Read the full press release

BASF Unveils Advanced Facility in Ludwigshafen to Drive Catalyst Innovation

(IN BRIEF) BASF inaugurated a new Catalyst Development and Solids Processing Center in Ludwigshafen, Germany, on December 12, 2024. The facility is purpose-built to accelerate the pilot-scale production of chemical catalysts and drive innovation in solids processing technologies. By incorporating … Read the full press release

Aegon Unveils Transformative Community Investment Initiative in Bermuda

(IN BRIEF) Aegon has unveiled a new community investment program in Bermuda through a partnership with local organizations. The initiative is geared toward reinforcing the local economy by funding projects that improve education, infrastructure, and job creation. Beyond just capital … Read the full press release

New Executive Appointments Propel Telefónica Toward a Future of Innovation and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has bolstered its leadership team with the appointments of Alvaro Echevarría and Piedad Álvarez de Arriba. These new executive roles are aimed at reinforcing the company’s strategic direction and accelerating its digital transformation initiatives. Echevarría, known for … Read the full press release

European Telecoms Transformed: Strategic Lessons from Vodafone’s Landmark UK Merger with Three

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone’s recent press release provides an in-depth look at its merger with Three in the UK, offering strategic insights and policy lessons for the broader European telecommunications market. The merger has strengthened Vodafone’s market position by enhancing network … Read the full press release

Vodafone Empowers Businesses with Next-Generation IoT Connectivity Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has rolled out an upgraded Managed IoT Connectivity service aimed at helping businesses harness digital transformation through secure, scalable, and cost-effective connectivity. The service streamlines the process of linking multiple devices and managing data flows, enabling companies … Read the full press release

Bentley Honors Top UK Retailers with a Gala of Innovation and Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Bentley recently hosted its annual awards ceremony to celebrate the outstanding performance of its UK retail network. The event honored dealerships and retail partners for their exceptional achievements in customer service, technical support, and business growth. Alongside recognizing … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Embarks on Bold Research Journey to Decode Global Long-Term Trends

(IN BRIEF) In its latest announcement, Deutsche Bank has launched a dedicated research institute aimed at analyzing significant long-term global trends. This initiative is focused on advancing the bank’s research capabilities by examining key themes including technological innovation, sustainability, geopolitical … Read the full press release

Andritz and Schuler Unveil Strategic Alliance to Transform Metal Processing

(IN BRIEF) Andritz and Schuler have today unveiled their new joint venture, the Schuler Andritz Group, signaling a significant advancement in the metals industry. The alliance brings together Andritz’s global engineering and digitalization capabilities with Schuler’s advanced metal forming technology. … Read the full press release

METLEN Group Celebrates Third Year of Global Sustainability Accolades in Emerging Markets

(IN BRIEF) For the third consecutive year, METLEN Group has once again been recognized for its excellence in sustainability, being named in both the Dow Jones Best in Class Emerging Markets Sustainability Index and the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. This … Read the full press release