Daily Archives: 4, February 2026

M&S Reports Strong Early Demand for Made Without Wheat Gluten Free Colin the Caterpillar Following National Launch

(IN BRIEF) M&S has launched a Made Without Wheat Gluten Free version of its iconic Colin the Caterpillar cake, selling over 10,000 units in the first five days and rolling the product out to more than 400 stores nationwide. Developed … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong and HKISP Host Professional Seminar on Welding Operation Safety and Emergency Risk Management

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Institute of Safety Practitioners jointly hosted an online seminar on 21 January 2026 focusing on welding operation safety management, non-destructive testing, welding procedure qualification, and emergency safety, attracting safety practitioners … Read the full press release

Technical University of Munich Unveils Europe’s First 7-Nanometre AI Chip Designed in Academia

(IN BRIEF) The Technical University of Munich has developed the EU’s first university-designed 7-nanometre AI chip, created by Professor Hussam Amrouch and aligned with TSMC industry standards, with plans for multiple new designs annually and production from 2028 at ESMC … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Invests in Sustainable Air Cargo Infrastructure to Boost Connectivity and Efficiency at Frankfurt Airport

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has signed a lease agreement with Fraport AG for a new 7,600 square metre air cargo facility in CargoCity South at Frankfurt Airport, marking a strategic investment to strengthen its global air logistics network and support growing … Read the full press release

Thales Strengthens Partnership With Cathay Group Through Integrated Avionics Deployment Across 48 New Airbus Jets

(IN BRIEF) Thales has been selected by Cathay Pacific Airways and HK Express to equip a total of 48 new Airbus aircraft with its latest avionics technologies, including Airbus’ next-generation Flight Management System based on Thales’ PureFlyt FMS, 5G-immune Low-Range … Read the full press release

University of York Report Warns UK Food System Remains Vulnerable to Future Crises

(IN BRIEF) A new study led by researchers from the University of York and Anglia Ruskin University warns that the UK food system remains dangerously vulnerable to shocks such as war, extreme weather and cyber-attacks, with recent disruptions to retailers … Read the full press release

SIX Publishes New White Paper Demonstrating the Strategic Advantages of Listing on SIX Swiss Exchange Versus the US

(IN BRIEF) SIX has published a new white paper, created with Homburger, that compares the advantages of listing on SIX Swiss Exchange versus US exchanges and challenges several common assumptions that often lead companies—particularly tech firms—to favor the US. The … Read the full press release

University of York Study Finds High Error Rates in Polling Clerks’ Photo ID Checks at 2024 Election

(IN BRIEF) New research from the University of York published in Royal Society Open Science suggests that the UK’s introduction of mandatory photo ID at the 2024 general election may not have improved electoral security as intended, after polling clerks … Read the full press release

Royal College of Physicians Urges National Action as Maternal Obesity Reaches One in Four Pregnancies

(IN BRIEF) The Royal College of Physicians has issued a major warning that maternal obesity now affects one in four pregnancies in the UK and represents an urgent public health crisis, outlining in a new RCP View the significant risks … Read the full press release

Bang & Olufsen Unveils Limited Beoplay H100 G-DRAGON Edition to Mark Its 100th Anniversary

(IN BRIEF) Bang & Olufsen has launched a highly limited Beoplay H100 G-DRAGON Edition in partnership with global artist G-DRAGON as part of its 100th anniversary collaboration series, blending the company’s century of premium audio engineering with PEACEMINUSONE’s distinctive artistic … Read the full press release

EE Extends Its Record as the UK’s Best Network Following Comprehensive Nationwide Testing Across Cities, Roads, and Rail Routes

(IN BRIEF) Two major independent studies by RootMetrics® and Umlaut Connect, based on more than 5.7 billion data samples collected across UK cities, towns, roads, and rail routes, have confirmed EE as the country’s best performing mobile network for speed, … Read the full press release

Adyen and Fresha launch embedded lending solution to expand access to capital for beauty and wellness businesses

(IN BRIEF) Adyen and Fresha have launched Fresha Capital, an embedded lending solution that provides fast, flexible financing to beauty and wellness businesses across seven markets, with over USD 5.5 million already issued. Built on Adyen Capital, the service allows … Read the full press release

Krka’s Performance, Leadership, and Sustainability Drive First Place in Slovenia’s 2025 Business Excellence Ranking

(IN BRIEF) Krka has been recognised as Slovenia’s leading company in the 2025 Business Excellence survey conducted by Ninamedia, ranking first among 54 companies according to both business representatives and the general public based on evaluations of visibility, performance, reputation, … Read the full press release

Nicolas Servage appointed Président of Apixit as Fabrice Tusseau prepares for retirement

(IN BRIEF) Nicolas Servage will become Président of Apixit on 1 April 2026, succeeding Fabrice Tusseau, who will transition into an advisory role before retiring at the end of the year. Servage, who has been with Apixit since 2014 and … Read the full press release

Henkel Moves to Strengthen Adhesive Technologies With €2.1 Billion Acquisition of Specialty Coatings Leader Stahl Group

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has agreed to acquire the Dutch-based specialty coatings company Stahl Group for 2.1 billion euros in a strategic move to expand its Adhesive Technologies business into the adjacent and fast-growing specialty coatings market. Stahl, which serves customers … Read the full press release

ZEISS Rolls Out Next-Generation AIMS EUV 3.0 Mask Qualification System With Tripled Throughput and Enhanced Scanner Matching

(IN BRIEF) ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology is rolling out its new AIMS® EUV 3.0 actinic mask qualification system to leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide, setting a new benchmark in photomask inspection with improved scanner matching, Digital FlexIllu illumination emulation, and full … Read the full press release

Dolomiti Bus strengthens fleet with 14 new Daimler Buses ahead of major international winter event in Cortina

(IN BRIEF) Dolomiti Bus has expanded its fleet with 14 new Daimler Buses vehicles to support transport operations during the major international winter event in Cortina d’Ampezzo in 2026, which will host over 3,500 athletes from more than 90 countries. … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures Four-Year Nationwide Maintenance Contract for Electric Point Machines Across Poland’s Railway Network

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has signed a four-year agreement with PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. to conduct inspections, maintenance, and overhauls on nearly 3,500 Onvia Switch electric point machines across Poland’s railway network, with an option for up to 800 additional … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Strengthens Its Commitment to Community Support Through New Strategic Partnership with Global’s Make Some Noise

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach has launched a major new partnership with Global’s Make Some Noise, the official charity of Global, to fund and expand community-based projects that support people facing mental health difficulties, domestic abuse, and financial hardship across the UK. … Read the full press release

Inter IKEA Group launches large-scale electric heavy transport project in Italy with LC3 Trasporti and Mercedes-Benz Trucks

(IN BRIEF) Inter IKEA Group has launched its first fully electrified heavy road transport project in Italy in partnership with LC3 Trasporti and Mercedes-Benz Trucks, beginning with two electric trucks and scaling up to more than ten Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 … Read the full press release