Monthly Archives: January 2026

Indra Group Brings Sovereign Artificial Intelligence to Formula One Through Alpine Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Indra Group has formed a strategic partnership with BWT Alpine Formula One Team to deploy its sovereign artificial intelligence platform, IndraMind, within the team’s Formula One operations. The collaboration will support real-time data analysis and strategic decision-making in … Read the full press release

Czechoslovak Group Raises €3.8 Billion in Landmark IPO as European Capital Markets Back Strategic Defence Industry

(IN BRIEF) Czechoslovak Group has completed a landmark listing on Euronext Amsterdam, achieving a €25 billion market capitalisation and raising €3.8 billion in what is the world’s largest defence IPO on record. As one of Europe’s leading defence companies and … Read the full press release

BBVA Earns Global Finance Recognition as a Leading Sustainable Finance Bank in Spain and Türkiye

  (IN BRIEF) BBVA has been named the best bank in sustainable finance in Spain and, through Garanti BBVA, in Türkiye at the Global Finance Sustainable Finance Awards, alongside global recognition as the world’s best bank for green bonds. The … Read the full press release

NIB and EIB Provide Long-Term Financing for New Schools and Kindergartens in Vilnius

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank has provided an EUR 84 million loan, matched by the European Investment Bank, to finance nine new educational buildings in Vilnius through UAB Vilnius Education Infrastructure. The project will deliver five kindergartens and four … Read the full press release

EQT Announces USD 371 Million Tender Offer for Tokyo-Based IT Consulting Company MAMEZO

(IN BRIEF) EQT has announced a USD 371 million tender offer to acquire MAMEZO, a Tokyo-based IT services company specialising in IT modernisation and AI-driven digital transformation. The transaction marks EQT’s first investment in Japan’s IT services sector and aligns … Read the full press release

New Iberdrola España Office in Antequera Expands Access to Personalised Energy Services

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola España has opened a new customer service point in Antequera to strengthen in-person support and provide personalised energy advice to local residents. Located on Calle Calzada and managed by partner kW, the office offers assistance with electricity … Read the full press release

Iberdrola España Advances Energy Transition with Hybrid Solar and Battery Project at Alarcón

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola España has commissioned Spain’s first large-scale battery storage systems at Alarcón in Cuenca, integrating the Romeral and Olmedilla batteries with existing photovoltaic plants to enhance grid stability and renewable energy use. With a combined capacity of 120 … Read the full press release

GSK Secures China Approval for Trelegy Ellipta in Asthma, Expanding Single Inhaler Triple Therapy Use

(IN BRIEF) GSK has secured approval in China for Trelegy Ellipta as a maintenance treatment for adults with asthma, adding to its existing indication in COPD and making it the only single inhaler triple therapy approved for both conditions in … Read the full press release

Carmeuse Majan Acquires Al Namariq to Enhance Regional Lime Supply Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Carmeuse, through its majority-owned entity Carmeuse Majan, has acquired 100% of Al Namariq, a modern lime plant located next to its existing facilities in Salalah, Oman, strengthening its production platform and regional supply capabilities. Active in Oman since … Read the full press release

Technical University of Munich Start-Up SYPOX Secures First Industrial Project for Electrified Chemistry

(IN BRIEF) Technical University of Munich has enabled the development of SYPOX, a spin-off start-up that has created electrically heated reactor technology to decarbonise energy-intensive chemical processes. Founded by TUM researchers and supported by the university’s innovation ecosystem, SYPOX replaces … Read the full press release

Alstom Opens State-of-the-Art Training Centre to Support Quality and Efficiency at Mátranovák Site

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has inaugurated a new welding and fitter training centre at its Mátranovák site in Hungary to secure and upskill the workforce required for manufacturing railway bogie frames for customers worldwide. The facility combines production-grade equipment with structured … Read the full press release

Fortum Advances Data Centre Site Development in Nurmijärvi with DayOne Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Fortum is supporting DayOne’s planned data centre development in Nurmijärvi, Finland, through a site development agreement that builds on earlier zoning and grid connection preparations at the municipally owned Sudentulli site. The project advances preliminary land sale discussions … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Schuler Launches Next-Generation HFA plus+ Presses with Enhanced Performance and Industry 4.0 Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ Schuler has added the new HFA plus+ series of fineblanking presses to its product range, delivering high-precision, burr-free stamped components with improved energy efficiency and output performance. Building on decades of experience and a long-standing collaboration with … Read the full press release

Beiersdorf Expands Health Care Portfolio with Invisible Wound Care Innovations Targeting New Consumer Segments

(IN BRIEF) Beiersdorf has expanded its Health Care portfolio with the launch of Second Skin Protection Spray Plaster and Liquid Plaster Concentrate under the Hansaplast, Elastoplast, and CURITAS brands, targeting consumers who avoid traditional plasters. The two invisible formats address … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Highlights Reliable Connectivity and Sustainable Network Expansion in New Brand Campaign

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has unveiled a nationwide 360-degree campaign titled “Besser im besten Netz” to highlight the importance of reliable, high-performance networks as a foundation for connection, innovation, and social exchange. Through emotionally driven storytelling and a strong musical … Read the full press release

Aguas de Cádiz Partners with Telefónica Tech to Enable Data-Driven and Sustainable Water Management

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech is deploying its Smart Water solution for Aguas de Cádiz to convert more than 4,000 water meters into smart meters connected via NB-IoT technology, enabling real-time, remote monitoring of water consumption. The solution delivers hourly readings … Read the full press release

Prudential Increases Investment in Malaysian Life Insurance Operations Through Strategic Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Prudential plc has agreed to acquire an additional 19% stake in Sri Han Suria Sdn. Bhd., increasing its total ownership of Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad to 70% and reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Malaysian insurance market. The … Read the full press release

BASF Coatings Expands Sustainability Transparency with New Digital Product Carbon Accounting System

(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has launched a new digital solution that provides transparent, real-time product carbon footprint data across more than 120,000 products worldwide, replacing its previous internal system. By integrating emissions data from over 25,000 raw materials and more … Read the full press release

Societe Generale Unveils Workforce and Organizational Transformation Plan Aligned with Long-Term Strategy

  (IN BRIEF) Societe Generale has submitted a project for organizational simplification in France as part of its strategic roadmap focused on sustainable performance, efficiency, and workforce development. The initiative follows extensive employee collaboration and aims to streamline structures, increase … Read the full press release