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Pearson FT Publishing: Futureproof and The Leader’s Guide to Presenting books awarded at The Business Book Awards 2018

LONDON, 23-Mar-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Pearson FT Publishing books, The Leader’s Guide to Presenting by Tom Bird and Jeremy Cassell and Futureproof by Caleb Storkey and Minter Dial were commended by judges at The Business Book Awards 2018 on Friday evening for blazing a trail in … Read the full press release

Affordable Textbooks for College Students Now Possible with Pearson and Chegg Partnership

WASHINGTON, DC, U.S.A., 17-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Today (April 10, 2017), Pearson announced a new partnership with Chegg (NYSE: CHGG) to provide students with affordable rental options for both print and e-book versions of popular Pearson higher education titles. Beginning this … Read the full press release

CBI Industrial Trends Survey: UK export order books reached a two-year high

Manufacturing output grew while total orders remained solid, according to the latest CBI monthly Industrial Trends Survey. LONDON, 23-Aug-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The survey of 505 firms found that export order books reached a two-year high, suggesting that the depreciation of … Read the full press release

The Central Bank of Ireland’s new research technical paper looks at the role of originating lending conditions in determining loan defaults on UK books of Irish banks

Strong UK evidence to support tighter restrictions on loans for second and subsequent properties. Default increases with higher originating loan-to-value (OLTV) and rent coverage (ORC). Analysis is based on a sample of 106,775 loans on UK books of Irish lenders. … Read the full press release

Norges Bank launches two books to mark its bicentenary

Today (10 June 2016), Norges Bank has the pleasure of launching two books written in connection with the central bank’s bicentenary. OSLO, 13-Jun-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Norges Bank 1816-2016 is written by the historians Einar Lie, Jan Thomas Kobberrød, Eivind Thomassen … Read the full press release

Tate Archive: Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s unpublished sketchbooks available on Tate’s website

LONDON, 29-4-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Audiences world-wide can now view Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s unpublished sketchbooks as the second wave of items for the Archives and Access project is made available on Tate’s website. The project draws on the world’s largest archive of British Art … Read the full press release

TDC and YouSee customers first in Denmark to read books on their mobile phones and tablets

Copenhagen, Denmark, 19-5-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — TDC’s and YouSee’s customers are the first in Denmark who can read books on their mobile phones and tablets and pay the bill via their subscriptions. This will be accomplished in collaboration with Mofibo, the e-book service, … Read the full press release

Eleven new books to be pitched at the Berlinale Co-Production Market on February 11

Berlin, Germany, 21-1-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — On February 11, at “Books at Berlinale”, film producers will have a chance to discover eleven new literary works that would make good movies. The selected novels will be presented and pitched at theBerlinale Co-Production Market. … Read the full press release

Taxation: Commission refers France and Luxembourg to the Court of Justice over reduced VAT rates on ebooks

Brussels, 22-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has decided to refer France and Luxembourg to the Court of Justice of the European Union for applying reduced rates of VAT to ebooks. EU law is very clear on which goods and services … Read the full press release

Eurocopter books a new EC135 helicopter order in India and delivers another to an Indian operator

A record nine units of Eurocopter’s EC135 was sold in 2012, making it the most sought-after light twin-engine helicopter in India. The growing popularity of the EC135 in India was further demonstrated by a new order from one Indian customer … Read the full press release

Antitrust: Commission accepts legally binding commitments from Simon & Schuster, Harper Collins, Hachette, Holtzbrinck and Apple for sale of e-books

Brussels, 14-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — What were the Commission’s concerns? In December 2011, the Commission opened proceedings against Apple and five international publishers: Simon & Schuster (CBS Corp.), Harper Collins (News Corp.) both headquartered in the US, Hachette Livre (Lagardère Publishing) … Read the full press release

Statement on commitments from Apple and four publishing groups for sale of e-books

Statement at Midday Briefing / Berlaymont press room / Brussels Brussels 13-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has just accepted the commitments offered by Apple and four top international publishing groups in relation to suspected infringements on the market for ebooks … Read the full press release

Stora Enso Reports Improved EBIT and Cash Flow Amidst Slight Sales Decline in Q2 2024

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso reported a slight decrease in Q2 2024 sales but saw significant improvements in adjusted EBIT and cash flow. Key highlights include successful value creation and profit improvement programmes, a major investment in the Oulu mill, and … Read the full press release

Níall McLaughlin Architects Clinch Top Prize at Prestigious Brick Award

(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger’s renowned Brick Award, held biannually since 2004 to celebrate ingenuity and excellence in brick architecture, concluded its eleventh edition in Vienna. Among 743 entries from 54 nations, the jury, comprising esteemed architects from around the globe, selected … Read the full press release

IKEA UK and Woodgreen Unite in Heartwarming Collaboration to Aid Shelter Pets

(IN BRIEF) In a touching initiative, IKEA UK and Woodgreen partner to produce ‘Cat-alogue’ and ‘Dog-alogue’ lookbooks featuring shelter pets amidst IKEA’s new UTSÅDD pet furniture range, aiming to raise awareness about pet adoption and provide inspiration for creating comfortable … Read the full press release

Lagardère SA Appoints Grégoire Castaing as Assistant Managing Director for Finance

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère SA has strengthened its management structure with the appointment of Mr. Grégoire Castaing as Assistant Managing Director responsible for Finance, effective June 3, 2024. With extensive experience in financial leadership roles, including at Canal+ Group, Castaing will … Read the full press release

Academo Secures €215 Million Financing for Revolutionary University Campus in Milan

(IN BRIEF) Academo Srl, formed by Lendlease and Equiter Infrastructure II fund, has secured €215 million in financing from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP), partially backed by InvestEU, for the construction of a groundbreaking … Read the full press release

NatWest SME PMI® Tracker Shows UK SMEs Optimistic Amidst Recovery and Sustainable Investment Plans

(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest SME PMI® Tracker reveals a robust expansion in business activity among UK SMEs during the first quarter of the year, with a Business Activity Index of 52.6 in March, indicating growth. This growth is largely … Read the full press release

University of Exeter’s Paul Blackmore Honored with Kathy Sims Mentoring Award

(IN BRIEF) Paul Blackmore, Divisional Head for Student Employability and Academic Success at the University of Exeter, has been recognized with the Kathy Sims Mentoring Award at the Global Career Services Summit Awards in Washington DC. The award acknowledges his … Read the full press release

Hachette Livre Partners with Gallmeister, Expanding Distribution Reach

(IN BRIEF) Hachette Livre announces a strategic partnership with Gallmeister, an esteemed independent publisher known for its commitment to quality literature worldwide. As part of the collaboration, Hachette Livre will acquire a minority stake in Sequoia, Gallmeister’s distribution arm, and … Read the full press release

Professor Maureen Freely Wins Prestigious Translation Prize at NBCC Awards

(IN BRIEF) Professor Maureen Freely, from the University of Warwick, clinched the Gregg Barrios Book in Translation Prize at the National Book Critics Circle (NBCC) Awards in New York for her translation of Tezer Özlü’s “Cold Nights of Childhood.” Celebrated … Read the full press release

EBRD Literature Prize Shortlist Reflects Diverse Voices from Across Regions

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has revealed the shortlist for the prestigious EBRD Literature Prize, showcasing a diverse array of compelling works from writers across several countries and regions of the Bank’s operation. Selected by … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Unveils ‘Concept T’: Redefining Future Communication with Human-Centered Design

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom unveils its visionary “Concept T” at the Mobile World Congress 2024, offering a glimpse into the future of personal communication and connectivity. Comprising three design studies, “Concept T” explores innovative approaches to router functionality, incorporating cutting-edge … Read the full press release

Telefónica Unveils ‘100 Years Leading Change’ Showcase at MWC Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, celebrating its Centenary in 2024, is set to showcase its most innovative offerings at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. Under the theme ‘100 Years Leading Change’, the company will exhibit cutting-edge connectivity solutions, sustainable technologies, … Read the full press release

Harnessing Online Data to Combat Biodiversity Crisis: University of Helsinki Study

(IN BRIEF) A study led by Dr. Andrea Soriano-Redondo and researchers from the University of Helsinki proposes leveraging online digital data, including social media posts, news articles, and image-sharing platforms, to complement traditional biodiversity monitoring efforts. Published in the journal … Read the full press release

ELKO Ukraine Elevates Tech Landscape with Acer Partnership for Premium IT Products

(IN BRIEF) ELKO Ukraine has entered into a strategic agreement with Acer, a renowned global leader in information and communication technologies, to supply Acer laptops and monitors to the Ukrainian market. With Acer’s products enjoying a strong reputation and demand … Read the full press release

Transition at Le Livre de Poche: Audrey Petit to Lead as Managing Director

(IN BRIEF) Audrey Petit, currently the Editorial Director of Le Livre de Poche, is set to become the new Managing Director as Béatrice Duval steps down from her role, effective March 31, 2024. Duval, who has led the publishing house … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Unveils Hyper-Personalized User Experience and Innovative Entertainment at CES 2024

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz unveils a series of digital advancements and collaborations at CES 2024, focusing on delivering a hyper-personalized user experience in their vehicles. The key highlight is the MBUX Virtual Assistant, powered by generative AI and advanced 3D graphics, … Read the full press release

GSK’s Dostarlimab Shows Positive Results in Endometrial Cancer Trial

(IN BRIEF) GSK plc has announced positive results from Part 2 of the RUBY/ENGOT-EN6/GOG3031/NSGO phase III trial, evaluating the use of Jemperli (dostarlimab) in combination with standard chemotherapy and as maintenance therapy for patients with primary advanced or recurrent endometrial … Read the full press release

Dassault Aviation Expands Use of 3DEXPERIENCE Platform for Enhanced Fleet Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) Dassault Aviation has extended its utilization of Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform, hosted on a sovereign cloud, to enhance the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) processes for its Rafale aircraft fleet serving the French Ministry of Armed Forces. The … Read the full press release

GSK’s Jemperli Gains EC Approval for Advanced Endometrial Cancer Therapy

(IN BRIEF) In a significant development, GSK plc has received marketing authorization from the European Commission (EC) for Jemperli (dostarlimab) in combination with carboplatin-paclitaxel chemotherapy as a treatment option for adult patients suffering from mismatch repair deficient (dMMR)/microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund and CDP Real Asset SGR Partner to Allocate €300 Million for Social Housing in Italy

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF), a part of the EIB Group, has joined forces with CDP Real Asset SGR, a subsidiary of Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, to allocate €300 million towards social housing programs in Italy. This groundbreaking … Read the full press release

Sanofi’s CHC Launches Shared Care Collective with Global Experts to Advance Health and Sustainability Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi’s Consumer Healthcare business unit (CHC) has introduced the Shared Care Collective, an advisory board consisting of experts from various fields, both internal and external, to bolster sustainability efforts within the CHC business. This initiative aims to foster … Read the full press release

VVA Experiences Record Organic Growth with Renowned Publishers Joining as Clients in 2024

(IN BRIEF) Vereinigte Verlagsauslieferung (VVA), a part of Arvato, is poised for a historic year of organic growth in 2024, marking its most significant expansion since its establishment over 60 years ago. VVA has successfully recruited prestigious publishers, including Beltz, … Read the full press release

Stéphanie Ferran Appointed Deputy CEO of Hachette Livre to Lead Publishing Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Arnaud Lagardère, Chairman and CEO of Hachette Livre, has announced the appointment of Stéphanie Ferran as Deputy CEO of the Hachette Livre group, effective immediately. In her new role, Ferran will support Hachette Livre’s ambitions in the publishing … Read the full press release

Bertelsmann Reports Strong Revenue Growth and Ambitious Investment Plans

(IN BRIEF) Bertelsmann, the multinational media conglomerate, has announced a 1.9 percent increase in group revenues, reaching €14.6 billion, with organic growth at 0.8 percent. This growth is attributed to successful contributions from various divisions, including Penguin Random House, BMG, … Read the full press release

Newest publication: If you want peace, prepare for war!

(IN BRIEF) Sallux Publishing proudly announces the completion of the translation of the French book “Si tu veux la paix, prépare la guerre!” by French Army Colonel and scholar François-Régis Legrier. The publication aims to provide Christian politicians, foreign policy … Read the full press release

CASA SEAT’s November Agenda Spotlights Female Talent in Photography, Music, and Literature

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT, a cultural space in Barcelona, has announced its cultural agenda for November, with a focus on female talent. The lineup includes talks, performances, and events covering photography, music, literature, and technology. Highlights include a talk by … Read the full press release

GSK’s Jemperli Receives Positive CHMP Opinion for Frontline Treatment of Advanced Endometrial Cancer with Chemotherapy

(IN BRIEF) GSK has received a positive opinion from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for the approval of Jemperli (dostarlimab) in combination with chemotherapy as a frontline treatment for adult … Read the full press release

ECE and Thalia Collaborate on Cutting-Edge Facility in Marl Business Park

(IN BRIEF) ECE and Thalia are collaborating on a EUR 100 million project to create an innovative commercial and production site in Marl. Thalia, a leading German omni-channel bookseller, aims to expand its capabilities through this venture, which will involve … Read the full press release