Daily Archives: 25, March 2026

HOCHTIEF Secures €200 Million Contract to Deliver Sustainable Student Accommodation for University of Southampton Expansion

(IN BRIEF) HOCHTIEF, as part of the Aspire consortium, has been awarded a €200 million contract to deliver a major student accommodation project for the University of Southampton, including design, construction, financing and 50-year operation. The project will provide 1,092 … Read the full press release

Abertis Achieves Full Ownership of Strategic A63 Motorway Strengthening Long-Term Growth and European Infrastructure Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Abertis has completed the acquisition of the remaining 48.8% stake in the A63 motorway in France, securing full ownership of the asset after initially acquiring a majority stake in 2025. The 104-kilometre toll road, which connects Spain with … Read the full press release

Prosus and Accel Expand Early-Stage Innovation Ecosystem with New Atoms X Programme Supporting Frontier Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Prosus and Accel have announced the first cohort of startups selected for the Atoms X LeapTech programme, an initiative aimed at supporting early-stage companies developing breakthrough technologies across sectors such as climate infrastructure, space, aerospace and healthcare. Selected … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Awarded Contract to Implement Sustainable Traffic Monitoring Solution in Tenerife’s Anaga Biosphere Reserve

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has been awarded a €428,000 contract to implement an access management system for Anaga Natural Park in Tenerife, Spain, aimed at improving traffic regulation and enhancing the visitor experience while preserving the environment. The project includes … Read the full press release

Offshore Energy Asset Owner Jacktel Lists on Euronext Growth Oslo Strengthening Market Position and Investor Base

(IN BRIEF) Jacktel AS has been listed on Euronext Growth Oslo, becoming the 12th company to join Euronext markets in 2026 and achieving a market capitalisation of approximately NOK 872 million. The company, which owns the offshore accommodation rig Haven, … Read the full press release

European Defence Agency Selects Sener to Head Strategic VLEO Satellite Initiative Strengthening Europe’s Space Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Sener has been selected by the European Defence Agency to lead the VLEO-DEF project, a €15.65 million initiative aimed at developing Europe’s first defence satellite concept designed for very low Earth orbit. Funded by five EU member states … Read the full press release

Inmarsat Maritime Secures Industry Award for Advanced Bonded Connectivity Solution Enhancing Vessel Operations and Crew Experience

(IN BRIEF) Inmarsat Maritime has won the Maritime Mobility Innovation award at the MSUA 2026 Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards for its NexusWave bonded connectivity service, which delivers seamless, high-speed internet at sea by combining multiple networks simultaneously. The solution offers … Read the full press release

DNV Introduces Framework for Trustworthy AI in Safety-Critical Industries Based on Proven Risk Management Principles

(IN BRIEF) DNV has published new research identifying key principles for building trustworthy artificial intelligence in safety-critical industrial settings, emphasizing that established risk management and assurance practices can be adapted to meet the challenges of AI-enabled systems. The report highlights … Read the full press release

NORMA Group Recognized with 2026 Women on Board Award for Advancing Gender Diversity in Corporate Leadership

(IN BRIEF) NORMA Group has received the 2026 Women on Board Award from the FidAR initiative, recognizing its strong commitment to increasing female representation in leadership positions. With women comprising 50 percent of the Supervisory Board and 66 percent of … Read the full press release

Marks & Spencer Deploys AI Tools to 11,000 Employees to Accelerate Retail Transformation and Enhance Customer Experience

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer is rolling out generative and agentic AI tools to 11,000 colleagues, including all store managers, as part of its broader digital transformation strategy. Through the purchase of Microsoft 365 Copilot licences and the introduction of … Read the full press release

H&M MOVE Expands Activewear Offering with New Spring 2026 Running Collection Combining Technical Innovation and Modern Style

(IN BRIEF) H&M MOVE has launched a new Spring 2026 running collection for men and women, created to support the growing lifestyle of marathon training and long-distance running. Designed with a strong focus on performance, comfort and style, the collection … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Strengthens UK Energy Infrastructure with £600 Million National Wealth Fund Financing for Eastern Green Link 4 Project

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, through ScottishPower, has secured £600 million in financing from the National Wealth Fund to advance the Eastern Green Link 4 project, a major subsea electricity interconnector linking Scotland and England. The 2GW, 530 km HVDC cable will … Read the full press release

Voith Reaches Historic 3,000 Headbox Delivery Milestone While Introducing Next-Generation MasterJet 4Tec F for High-Performance Paper Machines

(IN BRIEF) Voith has reached a major milestone with the delivery of its 3,000th headbox, highlighting over a century of innovation in papermaking technology and reinforcing the importance of headboxes in ensuring paper quality, efficiency and automation. The milestone unit … Read the full press release

BT Secures Long-Term Strategic Partnership with NIE Networks to Modernise Northern Ireland’s Electricity Infrastructure and Digital Systems

(IN BRIEF) BT has entered into a major agreement worth up to £200 million with Northern Ireland Electricity Networks to provide enhanced connectivity, cyber security, and IT services that will support the region’s critical electricity infrastructure. The multi-year partnership will … Read the full press release

Banque Populaire Alsace Lorraine Champagne and EIB Launch First Defence Sector Financing in France with €1 Million Loan to CIMULEC Groupe

(IN BRIEF) Banque Populaire Alsace Lorraine Champagne has provided a €1 million loan to CIMULEC Groupe, marking the first financing operation in France under a €300 million European Investment Bank-backed programme designed to support SMEs in the defence sector through … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Expands Certification and Advisory Services to Accelerate Sustainable Transformation in the Global Real Estate Sector

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland emphasizes the substantial environmental footprint of the real estate sector, which accounts for up to 40 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, while highlighting the significant opportunities for climate protection through sustainable construction practices. Certified buildings … Read the full press release

STRABAG-Led Consortium Wins Major 194 Million Euro Contract to Complete Key Section of Slovenia’s Northern Corridor Infrastructure Project

(IN BRIEF) STRABAG d.o.o., leading a consortium, has secured a 194 million euro contract from DARS d.d. to construct Lot A – Velenje, the final missing section of Slovenia’s 3rd Development Axis Northern Corridor, a key infrastructure project aimed at … Read the full press release

Henkel Partners with thyssenkrupp Rasselstein and Pirlo to Launch Sustainable Packaging Solution with Significant CO2 Reduction

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched a new sustainable packaging concept for its adhesive products by switching to tinplate cans made from bluemint® steel, achieving a 62 percent reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional packaging. Developed in collaboration with thyssenkrupp … Read the full press release