Daily Archives: 20, July 2026

Bechtle Builds End-to-End AI Infrastructure Offering for Enterprises and Public Sector

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle has strengthened its AI infrastructure position in Europe by earning the Nvidia AI Factory Specialization, Nvidia’s highest partner tier for AI infrastructure. In collaboration with Dell Technologies, Bechtle is setting up a central Dell AI Factory with … Read the full press release

Fresenius Medical Care Adds Cloud-Based Analytics Capability to NxView 4.0 Platform

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Medical Care has introduced TherapyWise™, a cloud-based analytics capability available within NxView™ 4.0, its FDA 510(k)-cleared software platform for use with the NxStage® System One™ in the United States. TherapyWise provides retrospective, programme-level insight into kidney replacement … Read the full press release

Intesa Sanpaolo Receives Euromoney Recognition for Investment Banking Excellence in Italy

(IN BRIEF) Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division has been named Italy’s Best Investment Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, recognising its leadership in the Italian investment banking market. The award highlights IMI CIB’s business model, … Read the full press release

Indra Joins EuroMIDS Consortium to Develop Advanced Communications Terminal for European Fighter Aircraft

(IN BRIEF) Indra Group is participating in the EuroMIDS SAS consortium to develop F-EMIDS, an advanced communications terminal for European combat aircraft under the EMIDS-2 programme. The consortium, which also includes Hensoldt Sensors, Leonardo and THALES SIX GTS France, has … Read the full press release

PNE Secures Approvals for Wind Farms and Repowering Project in Five German Federal States

(IN BRIEF) PNE Group received permits for five wind energy projects in Germany during the first half of 2026, with a combined nominal capacity of around 188 MW. The approved projects are located across Brandenburg, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Thuringia … Read the full press release

Boulby Underground Laboratory Repurposes Deep Science Infrastructure for Food Production Research

(IN BRIEF) Researchers have begun a 12-month underground farming study at the Boulby Underground Laboratory, growing crops 1.1 kilometres below ground in what is described as the world’s deepest farming study. The project is led by The University of Sheffield’s … Read the full press release

EPFL, Empa and SBB Develop AI Model to Improve Electricity Demand Forecasting for Swiss Rail

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from EPFL and Empa, in collaboration with SBB, have developed an AI model that improves next-day electricity demand forecasting across Switzerland’s rail network. The model combines historical energy-consumption data with contextual information such as train timetables, operational … Read the full press release

EIB Signs First €50 Million Tranche With CrediaBank to Boost Greek Security and Defence Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank and CrediaBank have launched a new financing partnership to support investment in Greece’s security and defence ecosystem. The agreement is part of a €100 million approval, with the EIB signing an initial €50 million … Read the full press release

Egis Names Infrastructure Veteran Vipul Surana as CEO for India Operations

(IN BRIEF) Egis has appointed Vipul Surana as Chief Executive Officer for India, effective immediately. The appointment supports the Group’s ambition to rank among the world’s top 10 construction engineering firms, with India identified as a key growth market. Surana … Read the full press release

NLB’s Addiko Bank Bid Strengthened by Backing From Institutional Investors and Supervisory Board Member

(IN BRIEF) NLB said its voluntary public takeover offer for Addiko Bank AG is gaining further support from major investors and stakeholders. Brandes Investment Partners, which holds a 5.07% stake in Addiko, has announced its intention to tender its shares, … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Named Leading Corporate Issuer of Sustainable Bonds and Europe’s Most Sustainable Electricity Company

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has received two international awards recognising its leadership in sustainability and sustainable finance. The company was named the leading corporate issuer of green, social and sustainable bonds at the 2026 GlobalCapital Bond Awards and Europe’s most sustainable … Read the full press release

Hexagon Introduces SARCA Robot-Calibration Device to Improve Industrial Robot Accuracy

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence business has launched OPC UA support in SpatialAnalyzer, enabling real-time precision metrology data to be integrated directly into automated production and assembly workflows. The update connects high-precision laser measurement with industrial control systems used by … Read the full press release

CFM and SMBC Aviation Capital Strengthen Long-Term Partnership Through A320neo Engine Agreement

(IN BRIEF) SMBC Aviation Capital has finalised an agreement with CFM International for LEAP-1A engines to power 35 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. The Dublin-based aviation finance platform has worked with CFM for 25 years and currently owns and manages more … Read the full press release

CFM Strengthens Long-Term Partnership With BOC Aviation Through 300-Engine LEAP Deal

(IN BRIEF) BOC Aviation has finalised a firm order with CFM International for up to 300 LEAP engines, including up to 200 LEAP-1A engines for Airbus A320neo family aircraft and 100 LEAP-1B engines for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The order … Read the full press release

Zalando Plus Brings Fashion, Music and Everyday Convenience Into a Broader Loyalty Experience

(IN BRIEF) Zalando is evolving Zalando Plus for an AI-driven retail environment where loyalty is increasingly based on personal relevance, everyday usefulness and customer relationships rather than only discounts or points. Olga Batievskaya, VP Loyalty at Zalando, said AI is … Read the full press release

New Toyota-Uber Partnership Supports Hybrid and Battery-Electric Mobility for European Ride-Hailing

(IN BRIEF) Toyota Motor Europe and Uber have launched a partnership to make electrified vehicles more accessible for Uber drivers and fleet partners across Europe. The programme will begin rolling out in July across 10 European countries, with phased expansion … Read the full press release

GKN Aerospace and Partners Strengthen UK Capability in Cryogenic and Hydrogen Aerospace Systems

(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace has completed H2GEAR, a £54 million programme aimed at advancing the key technologies required for hydrogen-electric, zero-carbon flight. The programme delivered progress in aircraft-level design studies, cryogenic drive systems, high-power electrical networks and fuel-cell propulsion integration. … Read the full press release

GKN Aerospace Adds LPC Vanes to Existing Risk and Revenue Sharing Programme With Pratt & Whitney

(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace has expanded its collaboration with Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, through an agreement covering low-pressure compressor vanes for the PW1500G and PW1900G GTF™ engines, which power the Airbus A220 and Embraer E-Jet E2 aircraft families. … Read the full press release

EE and Netflix Bring Immersive Entertainment Experience to London and the West Midlands

(IN BRIEF) EE and Netflix have launched an immersive sensory booth at the flagship EE Studio in Westfield, White City, allowing shoppers to step inside Netflix-inspired thriller, comedy and sports worlds. The experience highlights Netflix content available through EE TV, … Read the full press release