Monthly Archives: September 2025

Cosentyx Becomes First Novartis Medicine Offered at 55% Discount Through New DTP Model

(IN BRIEF) Novartis will launch a direct-to-patient (DTP) platform in the US on November 1, 2025, starting with Cosentyx, which will be offered at a 55% discount off list price for cash-paying patients. Cosentyx, a biologic approved for multiple immune-mediated … Read the full press release

Index of Sovereignty from Bechtle to Provide Clear Framework for Building Resilient IT Architectures

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle AG is introducing the Bechtle Index of Sovereignty, a new software-based methodology to help organisations evaluate and improve their digital sovereignty. Launching in Q1 2026, the Index will measure three dimensions—data ownership, technological independence, and strategic autonomy—providing … Read the full press release

Breakthrough in Offshore Completions: Expro’s RCIS Reduces Risk and Speeds Up Installation

(IN BRIEF) Expro (NYSE: XPRO) has completed the first full deployment of its Remote Clamp Installation System (RCIS), an automated solution that reduces risk and enhances efficiency in offshore well completions. Developed by Frank’s Tubular Running Services, RCIS eliminates manual … Read the full press release

University of Exeter’s HistoryCity Wins European Award for Augmented Reality Storytelling

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter’s HistoryCity project has won the Virtual and Augmented Reality category at the Heritage in Motion Awards for its innovative use of AR in cultural tourism. Led by Professor Fabrizio Nevola and Dr David Rosenthal, … Read the full press release

University of Exeter and Royal Devon NHS Launch Study to Cut Delays in Diagnosing Crohn’s and Colitis

(IN BRIEF) The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Exeter have launched the RAPID-IBD study to speed up diagnosis of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, conditions that affect 1 in 100 people in the UK. … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Opens World-Class Sports Physiology Service Inspired by Elite Athlete Success

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has unveiled its Sports Physiology and Exercise Training (SPET) service, giving athletes from all levels access to advanced physiological testing and expertise normally reserved for elite performers. The programme is led by world-leading specialists … Read the full press release

Sparkoz Concludes Strong CMS Berlin 2025 Showcase with Hands-Free and AI-Powered Cleaning Robots

Sparkoz concluded a strong CMS Berlin 2025 presence with live demos, technical dialogue, and product showcases. The TN10-PRO and TN70-PRO, with hands-free workstation integration and “Never-Lost” AI, were central to the presentation. Upcoming capabilities around fleet and site-level management hint … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Brings Global ITS Expertise to Support Indonesia’s Drive for Sustainable Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has highlighted the urgent need for Indonesia to adopt Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) as traffic congestion and accidents cost the country more than USD 40 billion annually. In Greater Jakarta, congestion alone drains USD 5 billion … Read the full press release

Nordic Dried Fruit Innovator Dellia Group Joins Euronext Oslo Børs in NOK 649 Million Listing

(IN BRIEF) Dellia Group ASA has been listed on Euronext Oslo Børs with an opening share price of NOK 135, corresponding to a market value of about NOK 649.4 million. The listing represents the 52nd on Euronext markets this year … Read the full press release

New COWI–ISS Partnership Consolidates Internal Services Across 44 Offices Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) COWI has signed a global agreement with ISS to become its single supplier of internal services, replacing over 200 different providers. Covering ten service areas, including cleaning, catering, maintenance, and security, the partnership will extend across 44 offices … Read the full press release

Strategic ORLEN VC Investment in OXCCU to Support Europe’s Transition to e-SAF in Aviation

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN VC has invested in UK start-up OXCCU, which has developed innovative catalyst technology to produce synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) from green hydrogen and captured CO₂. The move supports ORLEN Group’s strategy to decarbonize aviation and comply … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Expands Ammunition Output with Major Eastern European Contract Backed by U.S. Government

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been contracted to supply 155 mm and 105 mm artillery ammunition worth around €444 million to an Eastern European customer, working as a subcontractor to Global Military Products on behalf of the U.S. government. Rheinmetall Expal … Read the full press release

SWEET Program Awards Funding to Empa-Led Consortium Tackling Switzerland’s Net-Zero Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Empa will lead the ACHIEVE consortium, the winner of Switzerland’s SWEET funding program’s Net-Zero call, to address hard-to-abate CO₂ emissions in sectors such as industry and agriculture. The project brings together 14 partners from academia, business, and civil … Read the full press release

Europe to Gain Local Synthetic Graphite Anode Production Through Imerys and Shanshan Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Imerys Graphite and Carbon Switzerland Ltd. and Shanghai Shanshan New Material Co., Ltd. have formed a strategic alliance to produce synthetic graphite anodes in Europe, strengthening the continent’s battery supply chain for electric vehicles and energy storage. The … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Signs Deal with TUI Cruises for Two New LNG-Powered InTUItion Class Ships

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri has finalized a contract with TUI Cruises, a joint venture of TUI AG and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd, for two new InTUItion class cruise ships to be delivered in 2031 and 2032. The order replaces a previous … Read the full press release

Independent Oversight by SGS to Guide the Building of Valencia CF’s Landmark Nou Mestalla Stadium

(IN BRIEF) Valencia CF has appointed SGS as the independent partner in charge of supervising quality, safety, and compliance for the Nou Mestalla stadium construction. SGS will oversee the entire process, from monitoring building standards to enforcing health and safety … Read the full press release

Sparkoz concludes successful participation at CMS Berlin 2025

(IN BRIEF) Sparkoz Technology has wrapped up a successful showcase at CMS Berlin 2025, where it presented its latest innovations in autonomous cleaning. Over four days, the company engaged visitors with live demonstrations, interactive Q&A sessions, and technical discussions, emphasizing … Read the full press release

Stadler launches first US aluminum train car body production with new Salt Lake City welding facility

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has inaugurated a new 50,000-square-foot welding facility in Salt Lake City, marking the beginning of domestic aluminum train car body production in the United States. The investment creates up to 20 new jobs, boosts domestic content in … Read the full press release

From Seville to Sydney: CAF’s Urbos trams achieve 1,000th rollout in global success story

(IN BRIEF) CAF has celebrated the rollout of its 1,000th Urbos tram, a milestone achievement highlighting its global leadership in sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. Since their debut in 2010 in Seville and later Zaragoza, Urbos trams have expanded to … Read the full press release

New Saint-Gobain plant in Quebec sets benchmark for carbon-free plasterboard production

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain has inaugurated its CertainTeed plasterboard plant in Sainte-Catherine, near Montreal, establishing the first zero-carbon (scope 1 and 2) plasterboard plant in North America and the largest worldwide to run entirely on electricity. Powered by renewable hydroelectricity, the … Read the full press release