Daily Archives: 30, March 2026

Logicor Secures Pre-Let Agreement with Philéa Solutions for Beaucaire Logistics Development Ahead of Completion

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has pre-let approximately half of its new logistics facility in Beaucaire, France, to Philéa Solutions, which will occupy nearly 6,500 square metres for food storage and distribution. The agreement, signed ahead of the building’s completion, reflects strong … Read the full press release

EBRD Expands Investment in Green Genius to €150 Million to Accelerate Renewable Energy and Storage Projects in the Baltics and Poland

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has increased its investment in Green Genius by €50 million, bringing its total commitment to €150 million. The funding will support the company’s renewable energy expansion across Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland, … Read the full press release

EBRD and InvestEU Back Innovative Financing Deal to Promote Copper Recycling and Water Efficiency in Bulgaria

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has provided a €20 million loan to Sofia Med in Bulgaria, backed by an InvestEU guarantee, marking its first sustainability-linked loan in the country. The financing ties loan pricing to environmental … Read the full press release

EIB Group Strengthens Green Investment Financing in Poland with Synthetic Securitisation Partnership with Santander Consumer Bank

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank, European Investment Fund, and Santander Consumer Bank have signed a synthetic securitisation agreement to unlock PLN 860 million in new financing for green investments in Poland. The initiative will support SMEs and individuals by … Read the full press release

Capitalia Secures InvestEU Guarantee to Deliver Accessible Loan Financing to Microenterprises Across Estonia Latvia and Lithuania

(IN BRIEF) Capitalia has partnered with the European Investment Fund to launch a €15 million financing initiative for microenterprises in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, backed by the EU’s InvestEU programme. The scheme will offer crowdfunded loans of up to €50,000 … Read the full press release

Scientists Identify Hundreds of Mutation Patterns Offering New Insights into Cancer Development and Targeted Therapy Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from The Institute of Cancer Research and The University of Manchester have created the most comprehensive map of cancer-related genetic mutations to date, analysing data from nearly 11,000 patients in the 100,000 Genomes Project. The study identified … Read the full press release

Italgas Reti Strengthens ESG Credentials with Independent Recognition from DNV Across Environmental Social and Governance Areas

(IN BRIEF) Italgas Reti has received ESG Recognition from DNV, confirming the strength and credibility of its certified management systems across environmental, social, and governance areas. The recognition highlights the company’s structured approach to sustainability, supported by internationally recognised certifications … Read the full press release

Indra Demonstrates Integrated Multidomain Defense Capabilities and C-UAS Systems at International Air and Space Fair

(IN BRIEF) Indra will present its latest defense and aerospace technologies at the International Air and Space Fair (FIDAE) in Santiago de Chile, showcasing solutions across air defense, counter-drone systems, UAVs, satellites, and multidomain intelligence. A key highlight is the … Read the full press release

Luxembourg Institute of Health Achieves ISO 20387 Accreditation to Strengthen Biobanking Excellence and Research Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) The Luxembourg Institute of Health has been awarded ISO 20387 accreditation for its biobanking activities by the UK Accreditation Service, following a detailed audit. The certification covers multiple operational units and a wide range of processes, including the … Read the full press release

DAAD Alumni Honoured with Germany’s Top Early-Career Research Prize Recognising Excellence in Mathematics and Political Science

(IN BRIEF) Two former DAAD-funded researchers, Dominik Schmid and Julia Schulte-Cloos, have been awarded the 2026 Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Prize by the German Research Foundation, Germany’s most prestigious award for early-career researchers. Schmid was recognised for his work in probability theory … Read the full press release

Schroders Appoints Patrick Schwyzer as Head of Client Group Europe to Strengthen Regional Client Strategy and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Schroders has appointed Patrick Schwyzer as Head of Client Group, Europe, to strengthen its leadership and enhance its client-focused strategy across the region. Bringing over 20 years of experience from UBS and Credit Suisse, Schwyzer will lead efforts … Read the full press release

Netherlands Strengthens Global Leadership in Sustainable Protein with New Funding for Cultivated Meat and Fermentation Research

(IN BRIEF) The Dutch Research Council (NWO), together with the National Growth Fund’s Cellular Agriculture programme, has awarded €4.1 million to three research projects focused on advancing cultivated meat and precision fermentation technologies. The funded initiatives—UP-CELL, MeatUp, and FungCows—address key … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group and University of Glasgow Establish Four-Year Initiative to Drive Innovation in AI-Powered Engineering

(IN BRIEF) The University of Glasgow and Lloyds Banking Group have launched a four-year research partnership to explore the use of agentic AI in software and data engineering. The collaboration will combine academic research with real-world testing, as engineering teams … Read the full press release

Research Published in European Heart Journal Shows Short Bursts of Intense Exercise Can Deliver Significant Health Benefits

(IN BRIEF) New research published in the European Heart Journal reveals that even short periods of vigorous physical activity can significantly reduce the risk of major diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, inflammatory conditions, and dementia. The study, based on data … Read the full press release

Vattenfall Strengthens European Brand Identity with New Messaging Focused on Resilience and Energy Transition Progress

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has introduced a new global tagline, “There’s a way,” as part of its ongoing brand development strategy. The updated messaging reflects a shift from focusing solely on fossil-free ambition to emphasizing action, collaboration, and a solutions-oriented mindset. … Read the full press release

Viessmann Climate Solutions Employees Lead Local Reforestation Effort in Germany as Part of Carrier’s Global Sustainability Program

(IN BRIEF) Viessmann Climate Solutions organized a tree-planting initiative in Germany, where around 60 employees planted approximately 1,200 trees near Hallenberg to support environmental and climate protection efforts. The activity forms part of Carrier Global Corporation’s global sustainability goal to … Read the full press release

Kering Partners with Shanghai Fashion Week to Develop Next Generation of Chinese Fashion Talent Through International Residency

(IN BRIEF) Kering has announced the first group of 10 fellows selected for its Kering CRAFT program, a new international residency developed in partnership with Shanghai Fashion Week to support emerging Chinese designers. The initiative received over 100 applications and … Read the full press release

Metso Secures €100 Million Contract to Deliver Advanced Copper Processing Technology for Southern Peru Copper’s Tia Maria Project

(IN BRIEF) Metso has been awarded a €100 million contract by Southern Peru Copper Corporation to supply advanced solvent extraction and electrowinning technology for the Tia Maria copper project in Peru. The new facility will produce 120,000 tonnes of high-purity … Read the full press release

Hexagon Launches Improved PULSE System to Support Reliable and Scalable Measurement Workflows Across Manufacturing Sites

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has launched an upgraded version of its PULSE environmental monitoring solution for coordinate measuring machine environments. The enhanced system expands its sensing capabilities to track environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, vibration, shock, and … Read the full press release

GSK Advances Hepatitis B Treatment Pipeline with China NDA Submission for Bepirovirsen Based on Phase III Trial Success

(IN BRIEF) GSK has announced that China’s National Medical Products Administration has accepted for review a New Drug Application for bepirovirsen, an investigational antisense oligonucleotide designed to treat adults with chronic hepatitis B. The submission is supported by Phase III … Read the full press release