Daily Archives: 12, June 2026

Stadler Enters Electric Bo’Bo’ Mainline Locomotive Segment With SBB Cargo Switzerland EURO DuFour Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Stadler and SBB have unveiled the final livery design for SBB Cargo Switzerland’s new EURO DuFour locomotives at Stadler’s facility in Valencia, Spain, less than two years after the contract was signed. The locomotive is presented in SBB’s … Read the full press release

FDA and EMA Grant Orphan Drug Designations to GSK’s Momelotinib for Life-Threatening VEXAS Syndrome

(IN BRIEF) GSK has announced that momelotinib, a differentiated JAK inhibitor marketed as Ojjaara or Omjjara in approved indications, has received orphan drug designations from the US Food and Drug Administration and the European Medicines Agency for the treatment of … Read the full press release

Mid Wales Business Parks Set for Gigabit-Capable Connectivity Through BT and Growing Mid Wales Contract

(IN BRIEF) BT has signed a new contract with Growing Mid Wales to deliver full-fibre broadband access to business parks across Ceredigion and Powys through the Business Park Full Fibre to the Premises Project. The initiative will bring gigabit-capable connectivity … Read the full press release

SSAB, Peab and Hjalmarssons inaugurate world’s first bridge built with SSAB Zero decarbonized steel in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) SSAB, Peab and Hjalmarssons have delivered the world’s first bridge built using SSAB Zero steel, a decarbonized steel made with recycled steel, fossil-free electricity and biogas. The pedestrian and bicycle bridge has been installed over the E22 highway … Read the full press release

Atos, Dassault Systèmes, JCDecaux, Renault Group, STMicroelectronics and Thales Present cleveR insights for Local Authorities

(IN BRIEF) Software République, the open innovation ecosystem created by Atos, Dassault Systèmes, JCDecaux, Renault Group, STMicroelectronics and Thales, has unveiled cleveR insights, a new territorial intelligence solution designed to help local authorities make better operational decisions through connected data, … Read the full press release

TUM PhD Candidate Sarah Pappert Gains International Recognition for Astronomy Research and Science Communication

(IN BRIEF) Technical University of Munich PhD candidate Sarah Pappert has received the Zonta Women in STEM Award, becoming one of only 16 young women scientists worldwide to be recognised for outstanding achievements in STEM. Pappert is an astrophysicist at … Read the full press release

University of York research using ancient DNA from Tuscan grape seeds reveals white wine roots behind modern Chianti winemaking

(IN BRIEF) Scientists studying 2,000-year-old grape seeds from ancient wells at Cetamura del Chianti in Tuscany have uncovered new evidence about the origins of modern wine production. Published in the Journal of Archaeological Science, the research analysed DNA from 80 … Read the full press release

Novonesis Biosolutions to Join Rovensa Next Portfolio Across Key US Crop Markets

(IN BRIEF) Rovensa Next and Novonesis have signed a distribution agreement under which Rovensa Next will commercialize select Novonesis plant health biosolutions in the United States beginning with the 2027 growing season. The partnership will expand grower access to science-backed … Read the full press release

International BRICK AWARD 26 Winners Highlight Climate-Responsive Design, Reuse and Contemporary Ceramic Architecture

(IN BRIEF) The BRICK AWARD 26 winners were celebrated in Vienna, recognising outstanding international architecture projects that demonstrate the creative, sustainable and cultural potential of brick and ceramic building materials. Hosted by wienerberger, the manufacturer-independent biennial award has been presented … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Honoured for Pandemic Innovations That Shaped Testing, Treatment and Clinical Guidance

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has won the Best Public Sector Innovation award at the 2026 Prix Galien UK Awards for its three major COVID-19 response innovations: the SMART community testing programme, the ISARIC clinical characterisation study and the … Read the full press release

UEA Nutrition Research Supports Norwich Social Enterprise Tackling Food Poverty Through Community Meals

(IN BRIEF) A University of East Anglia nutrition academic is supporting Eat Social, a Norwich-based social enterprise working to provide nutritious meals for families affected by food poverty. Professor Anne-Marie Minihane of Norwich Medical School has joined the initiative as … Read the full press release

Safran receives largest German order for JIM Compact infrared binoculars to support Bundeswehr infantry capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Safran Electronics & Defense Germany has received its largest order from Germany for more than 1,000 JIM Compact multifunction infrared binoculars for the Bundeswehr. Announced during ILA Berlin 2026, the order is aimed at strengthening German Infantry capabilities … Read the full press release

Airbus Defence and Space Partners With Ukraine’s SkyFall to Strengthen Multi-Layered Air Defence Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Defence and Space and Ukrainian defence technology company SkyFall have signed a Memorandum of Understanding at ILA Berlin to launch a strategic partnership focused on defence innovation, unmanned systems and multi-layered air defence. The agreement, signed in … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Introduces Digital Fires Capability to Improve Precision and Connectivity on the Front Line

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has launched a Next Generation Indirect Fire Control System designed to bring greater speed, precision and connectivity to modern artillery operations. Developed by BAE Systems Weapon Systems UK, the digital fires capability supports artillery crews at … Read the full press release

Barclays Adds Leading Youth Money Management Platform GoHenry to Support Customers From First Account to Adulthood

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has agreed to acquire GoHenry, the UK money management platform for children and teenagers aged 6 to 18, from Acorns Grow Incorporated, with completion expected in the fourth quarter of 2026 subject to regulatory approvals and other … Read the full press release

Hexagon Acquires ITRES to Strengthen Advanced Airborne Mapping and Multi-Sensor Geospatial Data Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon AB has acquired ITRES Research Limited, a Calgary-based specialist in airborne hyperspectral and thermal imaging systems, to strengthen its advanced airborne mapping and multi-sensor geospatial data capabilities. The acquisition combines ITRES’ hyperspectral and thermal sensors with Hexagon’s … Read the full press release

Hexagon Adds Planit Canada to Production Software Division to Support Woodworking Manufacturers

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Production Software Division has acquired Planit Canada, the world’s second-largest reseller of Cabinet Vision, to strengthen its direct position in the Canadian woodworking software market and expand its North American growth opportunities. Founded in 2008, Planit Canada … Read the full press release

RWE’s Nordseecluster Project Progresses Toward 2027 Grid Connection and 2029 Full Expansion

(IN BRIEF) RWE has installed the first turbine at Nordseecluster A, the 660 MW first phase of the 1.6 GW Nordseecluster offshore wind project in the German North Sea, around 50 kilometres north of Juist. Turbine installation is being carried … Read the full press release

RWE Advances UK Offshore Wind Buildout With Completion of Sofia Turbine Installation Campaign

(IN BRIEF) RWE has completed the installation of all 100 turbines at the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm, one of the UK’s largest offshore wind projects and a major renewable energy development located more than 200 kilometres offshore. The final turbine … Read the full press release