Monthly Archives: January 2026

Germany and Denmark Advance Bornholm Energy Island as a Cornerstone of Cross-Border Offshore Wind Integration

(IN BRIEF) The agreement between Germany and Denmark on the offshore wind farms linked to the Bornholm Energy Island marks a decisive step in advancing one of Europe’s largest cross-border renewable energy projects. Led by transmission system operators 50Hertz and … Read the full press release

Institute of Cancer Research Leads International Effort to Define Use of Patient-Reported Outcomes in Early-Stage Cancer Trials

(IN BRIEF) The Institute of Cancer Research, London, has led the development of OPTIMISE-ROR, the first structured guidance outlining how patient-reported outcomes should be used in early-stage cancer dose-finding trials. Published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, the recommendations provide … Read the full press release

Uniper and nLighten Establish Time-Coordinated Renewable Energy Supply for Carbon-Free Data Center Operations in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Uniper has entered into a renewable electricity supply agreement with nLighten to power all of the company’s German data centers with carbon-free energy available 24/7. The contract combines standard electricity with a guaranteed hydropower baseload and offers hourly … Read the full press release

STARK Group Expands Digital Carbon Monitoring Tools to Finland to Support Climate Documentation in Construction

(IN BRIEF) STARK Group has launched a new digital carbon monitoring tool in Finland, expanding its Nordic climate data capabilities following earlier rollouts in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. Designed to support professional builders and contractors, the tool provides access to … Read the full press release

Euronext Launches Record-Breaking 2026 IPOready Programme to Prepare Europe’s High-Growth Companies for Public Markets

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has launched the 2026 edition of IPOready, Europe’s largest pre-IPO programme, welcoming a record cohort of more than 160 companies from 22 countries. The programme continues to attract high-growth start-ups, scale-ups, and unicorns, with strong representation from … Read the full press release

CVC Agrees to Acquire Marathon in $1.2 Billion Transaction to Build a Global Multi-Asset Credit Platform

(IN BRIEF) CVC has agreed to acquire Marathon in a cash and equity transaction valued at up to $1.2 billion, significantly expanding its global credit platform and strengthening its presence in the US market. The combination will increase CVC Credit’s … Read the full press release

Strategic Partnership Between Alfa Laval and ArianeGroup Targets Efficient Liquid Hydrogen Transfer for Mobility Applications

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval and ArianeGroup have signed a co-development agreement to industrialise a liquid hydrogen trailer pump, building on a memorandum signed in December 2024. The project aims to address critical challenges in liquid hydrogen logistics by enabling safer, … Read the full press release

Valio and University of Turku Collaborate to Develop Innovative Plant-Based Fermented Food Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Valio is supporting the MetaFerm research project, led by the University of Turku, to develop new plant-based fermented food solutions using underutilised Finnish ingredients. Funded with €1.5 million by Business Finland and part of Valio’s Food 2.0 programme, … Read the full press release

EQT Foundation Opens Funding Programme to Support Deeptech Alternatives to Critical Minerals in Clean Energy

(IN BRIEF) EQT Foundation has launched a new open call under its Science Grants programme to support deeptech research aimed at reducing reliance on critical minerals in climate technologies. Offering non-dilutive grants of €25,000 to €100,000, the initiative targets high-risk, … Read the full press release

Tetra Pak Expands Long-Term Sustainability Strategy with New Paper-Based Barrier Pilot Facility in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) Tetra Pak is investing €60 million in a new paper-based barrier pilot plant at its Lund, Sweden facility to accelerate the development of next-generation aseptic packaging materials. The innovation replaces the aluminium foil layer with a paper-based barrier, … Read the full press release

Neste Expands Academic Collaboration to Advance Catalysis Engineering, Chemistry, and Modeling in Finland

(IN BRIEF) Neste is donating funding to Åbo Akademi University, the University of Eastern Finland, and the University of Jyväskylä to support advanced catalysis research in engineering, chemistry, and modeling. The initiative is designed to strengthen long-term academic expertise and … Read the full press release

Borealis Demonstrates Viability of Large-Scale Reusable Cup Systems at K 2025 Trade Fair in Düsseldorf

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has completed a successful reusable cup pilot at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, marking the first time a large-scale reuse system was implemented at the event and at Messe Düsseldorf. The project used 50,000 cups made from foamable … Read the full press release

Henkel Consolidates Innovation, Digital Operations, and Supply Chain Functions in New Singapore Science Park Facility

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has relocated its Singapore operations to Geneo at Singapore Science Park, establishing a next-generation global hub that unites innovation, supply chain, digital operations, electronics engineering, and consumer brands under one roof. The move strengthens Singapore’s role as … Read the full press release

New Experian–Fincentive Partnership Helps Pension Providers Evidence Consumer Duty Outcomes

(IN BRIEF) Experian has formed a strategic partnership with Fincentive to help pension providers meet growing regulatory demands by transforming pension payslips into data-driven engagement channels. Combining Experian’s data enrichment and PayDashboard infrastructure with Fincentive’s pensions intelligence, the solution enables … Read the full press release

Rural Welsh Village of Penmachno Enters New Digital Era as EE Brings Mobile Coverage to Remote Community

(IN BRIEF) EE has brought reliable 4G mobile connectivity to Penmachno, a rural Welsh village in Eryri National Park that previously had no dependable mobile signal from any operator. By installing a new mobile mast in collaboration with the local … Read the full press release

ENR Rankings Highlight AFRY’s Leadership in Industrial Processes and Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has secured multiple top positions in the latest Engineering News-Record rankings, reinforcing its status as a global leader in engineering and design. The company retained first place in Pulp & Paper, climbed to third in hydro, and … Read the full press release

Science Creates and University of Bristol Launch OMX to Expand Deep Tech Scale-Up Space in Bristol

(IN BRIEF) Science Creates and the University of Bristol will open OMX in March, delivering 30,000 sq ft of flexible laboratory and scale-up space in Bristol city centre for deep tech startups and high-growth companies. Backed by £8.5 million in … Read the full press release

Syngenta Signs First Virtual Wind PPA with Statkraft to Advance European Decarbonisation

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta has signed its first virtual power purchase agreement with Statkraft to support the decarbonisation of its European Crop Protection and Seeds operations. The five-year agreement covers 125 GWh of renewable electricity annually, totalling 625 GWh by 2030, … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Secures St Helens Bus Franchise as Liverpool City Region Moves to New Model

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach has been awarded a contract by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to operate one of the region’s new franchised bus networks, serving the St Helens area from September 2026. The network will connect local communities with … Read the full press release

ISS Strengthens Strategic Partnership with Integrated Facilities Services Contract in Switzerland

(IN BRIEF) ISS has been awarded a full Integrated Facilities Services contract by a major life sciences and pharmaceutical company in Switzerland, with an annual value of close to DKK 300 million. The agreement expands ISS’s role from subcontractor to … Read the full press release