Daily Archives: 18, March 2025

Elevating Energy Management: TeraHive Secures Prestigious cTUVus Certifications for Advanced Smart Energy Solutions

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has awarded multiple cTUVus certifications to TeraHive for its innovative Intelligent Energy Management products, namely the TeraHive Smart Switch and TeraHive Energy Suite. The certifications confirm compliance with critical U.S. standards such as UL 1741, UL … Read the full press release

Voith Unveils Dual-Fuel Water Tractors Featuring Next-Generation Propulsion and Control Systems

(IN BRIEF) Voith has introduced two innovative TRAktor V3900-DF water tractors featuring a dual-fuel drive system capable of operating on both LNG and diesel. The vessels are enhanced by two newly developed Voith Schneider Propellers (VSP) type 32X6/265, ensuring superior … Read the full press release

EU Financial Instruments and Policy Reforms Set to Propel Croatia’s Competitiveness Amid Regulatory and Digital Gaps

(IN BRIEF) In 2024, Croatia’s economy grew steadily, fueled by significant EU funds, the adoption of the euro, and robust financial support from instruments like EFSI and InvestEU. However, major challenges persist, including a high percentage of exporters (84%) facing … Read the full press release

EIB Group Sets Record with €1.24 Billion in New Financing for Sustainable Infrastructure and Innovation in Croatia

(IN BRIEF) In 2024, the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group achieved a record €1.24 billion in new financing in Croatia, up from €464 million in 2023. This financing, accounting for 1.4% of Croatia’s GDP, includes €937 million from the EIB … Read the full press release

SES, EIB Global, and the EU Commission Launch €60 Million Initiative to Bridge the Digital Divide in Central Asia

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, in collaboration with the European Commission and SES, is launching a major satellite broadband initiative aimed at transforming connectivity in Central Asia. With a combined financial package of a €34.4 million EU grant and a €25.45 … Read the full press release

EIB Global Invests €25 Million to Modernize Air Navigation in Serbia and Montenegro, Boosting Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) has committed €25 million to upgrade the air navigation control system in Serbia and Montenegro, a project aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency, and environmental performance. This investment will fund the development of … Read the full press release

DB Schenker’s Electric Trucks Conquer Harsh Finnish Winters, Paving the Way for Sustainable Logistics

(IN BRIEF) DB Schenker has successfully demonstrated the reliability of its electric truck fleet in Finland over a one-year period, proving that these sustainable vehicles can operate efficiently in extreme winter conditions, even at -30°C. Two FUSO eCanter trucks have … Read the full press release

Henkel Unveils Breakthrough Polyurethane Foam Gasket to Revolutionize Door Module Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has unveiled its new 2-component polyurethane foam gasket system, specifically engineered for car door module production. This innovative system, named Sonderhoff Fermapor K31-A-5055-1-G / K31-B-4, enhances the deinking and sealing process by offering a unique combination of … Read the full press release

Wabtec Acquires Dellner Couplers from EQT VIII Fund for EUR 890 Million, Strengthening Global Rail Safety

(IN BRIEF) EQT VIII Fund has agreed to sell Dellner Couplers to Wabtec Corporation for approximately EUR 890 million. Under EQT’s ownership since 2019, Dellner evolved from a family-owned company in Sweden into a global leader in train connection systems … Read the full press release

CapMan Real Estate and Scandic Revitalize Historic Hotel Laajavuori with Sustainable, High-Tech Renovation

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate and Scandic are jointly undertaking a major renovation of Hotel Laajavuori in Jyväskylä, Finland, with the project focused on modernizing the historic 24,000 square metre property. Key improvements include significant enhancements to energy efficiency, room … Read the full press release

Hydro Launches EUR 180 Million Recycling Plant in Torija to Transform European Aluminium Circularity

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has initiated construction on its new recycling plant in Torija, Spain, with an investment of EUR 180 million. The facility, part of Hydro’s expansive European recycling portfolio, is designed to improve the efficiency and sustainability of aluminium … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Gravity Range: New SuperSoft and Soft Compound Options Empower Customizable Tire Performance

(IN BRIEF) Continental has expanded its popular Gravity range with new tire options designed to enhance performance across various riding conditions. The update introduces Enduro casings in a new SuperSoft compound, which delivers maximum grip for aggressive riders navigating technical … Read the full press release

ORLEN Secures Second LNG Supply Contract with Naftogaz to Bolster Ukraine’s Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN and Naftogaz of Ukraine have signed a new natural gas supply contract, ensuring deliveries for Ukrainian consumers starting in April. This is the second contract under a cooperation agreement signed earlier this year, with the gas being … Read the full press release

Evonik Boosts Methionine Production Efficiency with Major European Upgrade

(IN BRIEF) Evonik is investing a low double-digit million euro sum to upgrade its European methionine Verbund in Antwerp and Wesseling, part of its global network for MetAMINO® (DL-methionine) production. The planned technical enhancements—such as a new process control system … Read the full press release

Evonik Unveils TEGO® Res 1100: A Game-Changer in Sustainable Packaging Recycling Technology

(IN BRIEF) Evonik Coating Additives has introduced TEGO® Res 1100, an innovative methacrylate co-polymer that enhances deinking processes in packaging recycling. Designed to be easily incorporated into standard solventborne ink formulations, this new co-binder improves recyclate quality and enables true … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom’s Global C-ITS Deployment Paves the Way for Safer, Smarter Highways

(IN BRIEF) Germany is advancing highway safety and traffic efficiency through a new C-ITS initiative that uses ITS Roadside Stations integrated into mobile barrier boards across 8,600 kilometers to send real-time warnings to drivers about roadworks, thereby protecting road workers. … Read the full press release

HSG Leads the Charge: Pioneering EU and Swiss-Funded Projects to Transform Sustainable Agriculture and Land Use

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen (HSG) is spearheading three innovative projects—Nostradamus, LandShift, and AfroGrow—aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture and land use, with financial support from both the EU’s Horizon Europe programme and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, … Read the full press release

B-Human Defends Standard Platform League Title at RoboCup German Open 2025, Sets Sights on World Championship

(IN BRIEF) At the RoboCup German Open 2025 in Nuremberg, the B-Human robot soccer team, a collaboration between the University of Bremen and DFKI, defended its title in the Standard Platform League with a perfect record and an impressive 73-0 … Read the full press release

HomeForOurPlanet: IKEA Spain and Guggenheim Bilbao Ignite Youth Innovation for Climate Solutions

(IN BRIEF) IKEA Spain, together with the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Ingka Group, is launching the HomeForOurPlanet ideas competition across Spain, targeting young people between 18 and 35. This initiative is designed to mobilize innovative solutions to combat the climate … Read the full press release

Prosus Unveils Strategic Blueprint for Europe to Forge Its Own Big Tech Titans

(IN BRIEF) Prosus believes that Europe has the necessary elements—top-tier technology talent, innovative research, and a flourishing startup scene—to create a league of Big Tech companies capable of competing with the leading tech giants from the US and China. A … Read the full press release