Daily Archives: 6, January 2026

Ipsotek Introduces VISuite Core for High-Value, Large-Scale Video Analytics Use Cases

(IN BRIEF) Ipsotek, an Eviden business, has launched VISuite Core, a new AI-Video Analytics solution designed to support scalable, repeatable deployments across large and distributed estates. Built around a curated set of pre-configured capabilities and powered by Generative AI, the … Read the full press release

Jerónimo Martins Group Announces Gradual Closure of Hussel Retail Chain in Portugal

(IN BRIEF) The Jerónimo Martins Group has decided to close Hussel’s chocolate and confectionery retail operations in Portugal after concluding that the business was no longer sustainable. The decision follows the insolvency of Hussel’s German partner, which disrupted supply chains … Read the full press release

New Research Maps How Trifluoroacetic Acid Accumulates in Water Systems Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Empa researchers, working with the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment and the University of Bern, have investigated how trifluoroacetic acid forms in the atmosphere and accumulates in water systems. Using long-term measurements and advanced modeling, the study … Read the full press release

SikaBaffle AutoStack Wins German Sustainability Award for Automotive Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Sika has been recognized with the German Sustainability Award for its SikaBaffle® AutoStack system, a cavity-sealing solution that improves sustainability across automotive manufacturing. The product’s stackable design boosts packaging density, reducing transport emissions, storage needs, and logistics costs. … Read the full press release

NLB MUZA Opens International Call for Artistic Council Members to Shape Contemporary Art Strategy

(IN BRIEF) NLB MUZA has opened an international call for applications to join its Artistic Council, inviting experienced curators and leaders from the contemporary art world to help shape the institute’s strategic and curatorial direction. Building on NLB’s decades-long commitment … Read the full press release

GSK Receives Japanese Approval for Exdensur as Twice-Yearly Treatment for Severe Asthma and CRSwNP

(IN BRIEF) GSK has secured approval in Japan for Exdensur (depemokimab), the country’s first ultra-long-acting biologic for severe asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Approved by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the therapy delivers sustained disease control … Read the full press release

ZF ProAI and Snapdragon Ride Form Flexible Foundation for Next-Generation ADAS Systems

(IN BRIEF) ZF and Qualcomm Technologies have deepened their collaboration to deliver a scalable, open ADAS compute platform combining ZF’s ProAI supercomputer with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Ride™ technology. The joint solution supports a wide range of vehicle architectures and automation levels, … Read the full press release

ZF Unveils AI-Driven Chassis Software to Enhance Safety Comfort and Personalization

(IN BRIEF) ZF has unveiled new software innovations at CES that advance its Chassis 2.0 strategy and support the evolution of the software-defined vehicle. AI Road Sense uses artificial intelligence and sensor fusion to predict road conditions and adapt chassis … Read the full press release

Orano Advances US Energy Security Plans with Federally Supported Enrichment Project

(IN BRIEF) Orano has been chosen by the US Department of Energy to receive up to 900 million US dollars in funding to support the construction of a new uranium enrichment facility in the United States, representing a total investment … Read the full press release

Admiral Group Exits U.S. Motor Insurance Market with Sale of Elephant to J.C. Flowers

(IN BRIEF) Admiral Group plc has completed the sale of its U.S. motor insurance business, Elephant, to private investment firm J.C. Flowers & Co., effective 31 December 2025. The transaction includes Elephant Insurance Company and Elephant Insurance Services and allows … Read the full press release

Barco Expands Asia-Pacific Presence Through Strategic Distribution Partnership with Midwich

(IN BRIEF) Barco has appointed Midwich Group companies as its official distributors for projection and image processing products across Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. The partnership expands Barco’s presence in the Asia-Pacific region by leveraging Midwich’s established distribution network, … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Advances Childbirth Innovation with BirthGlide Clinical Feasibility Study

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool is leading a new clinical study to test BirthGlide®, an innovative device designed to reduce trauma and complications during the second stage of labour. Backed by £1.5 million in funding from the National Institute … Read the full press release

ABL Secures Marine Warranty Survey Role on Equinor’s Northern Lights Phase 2 CCS Expansion

(IN BRIEF) ABL has secured a marine warranty survey contract from Equinor for the Northern Lights Phase 2 CCS expansion in Norway, reinforcing its role in one of Europe’s most significant carbon storage developments. The project, located at Øygarden near … Read the full press release

Why India’s Strategic Autonomy Matters for Europe in an Unpredictable World

(IN BRIEF) In 2025, India pursued a strategy of strategic autonomy aimed not at dominating the international system but at balancing it, drawing on historical experience and emphasizing institutional continuity, economic resilience, and multidimensional diplomacy. Rather than strict non-alignment, New … Read the full press release

NIVEA Creme Natural Touch Marks a New Chapter for Beiersdorf’s Flagship Blue Tin

(IN BRIEF) Beiersdorf has introduced NIVEA Creme Natural Touch, the first line extension of the iconic blue tin, combining the trusted care experience of the original product with a more sustainable formulation. Featuring a vegan formula and 99% natural-origin ingredients, … Read the full press release

Louis Dreyfus Company Appoints Nigel Mamalis as Interim CFO Following Leadership Transition

(IN BRIEF) Louis Dreyfus Company has named Nigel Mamalis as Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, following the unexpected death of Group CFO Patrick Treuer. With more than 30 years of experience across finance, trading, risk, and senior management roles … Read the full press release

BLUETTI and Covestro Collaborate to Reduce Carbon Footprint of Next-Generation Portable Power Solutions

(IN BRIEF) BLUETTI will debut the partially bio-based Elite 100 V2 portable power station at CES 2026, featuring a housing made from Covestro’s Bayblend® RE polycarbonate attributed with 25 percent bio-based raw materials. The material is expected to reduce the … Read the full press release

DNV Highlights Final Revision Phase of Updated ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard

(IN BRIEF) DNV has confirmed that ISO 14001:2026 has entered the final stage of revision with the release of the Final Draft International Standard, ahead of expected publication in April 2026. The updated standard introduces moderate changes focused on clarifying … Read the full press release