(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen, through AF Bygg Syd AB, has agreed to acquire a 70 percent stake in H.A. Bygg Entreprenad AB, a leading concrete contractor in western Sweden. H.A. Bygg, founded in 1986, employs 62 people and recorded an … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Norway
Tagged AF Bygg Syd AB, AF Bygg Syd Strengthens Market Position Through Strategic Investment in Western Sweden Concrete Specialist, AF Gruppen, AF Gruppen Expands Swedish Concrete Operations with Majority Acquisition of H.A. Bygg, Bård Frydenlund, concrete operations Sweden, construction acquisition 2026, H.A. Bygg Entreprenad AB, infrastructure development Sweden, Kai Simfors, MSEK 140 enterprise value, Swedish Competition Authority, water and wastewater treatment facilities, western Sweden construction
(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen reported record fourth-quarter revenues of NOK 9,252 million and earnings before tax of NOK 653 million, marking its strongest quarter to date. Full-year 2025 revenues reached NOK 31,992 million with earnings before tax of NOK 1,653 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Norway
Tagged AF Decom, AF Eiendom, AF Elkraft, AF Energi, AF Gruppen, AF Gruppen Delivers Best Quarter in Company History with Robust Cash Flow and Profitability, AF Gruppen Reports NOK 9.25 Billion Quarterly Revenue and Expands Order Backlog to NOK 44.7 Billion, Amund Tøftum, Betonmast, Brødrene Myhre, Civil Engineering Norway, Construction business area, dividend proposal 2026, Kanonaden Sweden, Norwegian construction sector, Offshore Decom, order backlog 2025, quarterly earnings report, Selvaag Bolig
(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has been named the overall leader in ABI Research’s ranking of 5G RAN Automation Platform vendors, with its Ericsson Intelligent Automation Platform securing the top position in both overall and implementation categories. The evaluation assessed innovation and … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Industrial, Internet & Online, Management, News, Sweden, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 5G RAN automation, ABI Research, agentic AI, AT&T, autonomous networks, Cloud RAN, EIAP, Ericsson, Ericsson Intelligent Automation Platform, Ericsson’s EIAP Secures Leadership Position in Global 5G RAN Automation Assessment, Mobile World Congress 2026, multi vendor interoperability, network autonomy Level 4 Level 5, rApp ecosystem, Service Management and Orchestration, SMO platform, Swisscom, telecom AI, Telstra, Vodafone Group
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has commissioned a 2,000 tons-per-day OCC processing line and reject treatment system for Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper TBK at its Karawang mill in West Java. The installation includes a FibreFlow Drum Prime pulper, advanced cleaning and … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, Metals and Minerals, Technology
Tagged 2000 tons per day capacity, ANDRITZ AG, ANDRITZ and Indah Kiat Advance Sustainable Packaging Production with 2000 TPD Recycled Fibre Line, ANDRITZ Delivers High-Capacity OCC Processing Line to Indah Kiat’s Karawang Mill, app, Asia Pulp and Paper, FibreFlow Drum Prime pulper, Indah Kiat Pulp and Paper TBK, Karawang mill West Java, OCC line, old corrugated containers, recycled fibre processing, reject treatment system, Southeast Asia pulp and paper industry, sustainable paper production, testliner production
(IN BRIEF) EDF Energy is continuing to invest heavily in apprenticeships and early careers programmes to help build the skilled workforce needed for Britain’s clean energy transition. Hinkley Point C has trained over 1,700 apprentices and supported nearly 1,000 people … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Carol McArthur, clean energy workforce, EDF Energy, EDF Strengthens UK Workforce Development with Major Apprenticeship Growth at Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C, EDF Surpasses 1700 Apprentices at Hinkley Point C as Early Careers Investment Accelerates, energy sector skills development, graduate scheme, Heysham Nuclear Power Station, Hinkley Point C, industrial placements, low carbon transition, National Apprenticeship Week, nuclear engineering careers, Nuclear Restoration Services, Sizewell B, Sizewell C, Torness Nuclear Power Station, UK apprenticeships, upReach
(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech is collaborating with TIREA to develop a unified digital identity platform for Spain’s insurance sector, enabling brokers, agents and other partners to access multiple insurers’ digital services through a single secure identity. The initiative aims to … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Insurance, Internet & Online, Management, Security & Safety, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged AI and digital identity, cybersecurity Spain, David Prieto, digital identity management, highly regulated sectors, identity governance, Inmaculada César, insurance sector technology, interoperability framework, Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2026, regulatory compliance, secure access management, Telefónica Tech, Telefónica Tech and TIREA Advance Unified Digital Identity Framework for Spain’s Insurance Ecosystem, Telefónica Tech and TIREA Partner to Develop Unified Digital Identity Platform for Insurance Sector, TIREA, unified authentication platform
(IN BRIEF) Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has agreed to acquire the Flooring Business of Hamberger Industriewerke GmbH, a leading German manufacturer of parquet and hard flooring operating under the HARO brand. The transaction, expected to close in Q2 2026, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News
Tagged acoustic panels, Asia growth strategy, Bulgaria production site, design flooring, European footprint, Germany manufacturing, Goods and Services segment, Hamberger Industriewerke GmbH, hard floor coverings, HARO brand, Johannes Laumann, laminate flooring, Mutares Adds EUR 150 Million Revenue Flooring Platform to Portfolio with HARO Brand Acquisition, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA Signs Agreement to Acquire Flooring Business of Hamberger Industriewerke GmbH, parquet flooring, platform acquisition, sports flooring
(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has become the first mobile network operator to offer multi-orbit IoT roaming, integrating terrestrial NB-IoT networks with both GEO and LEO satellite systems. The solution allows IoT devices to switch seamlessly between mobile and satellite connectivity, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Germany, Infrastructure & Utilities, Internet & Online, Marketing, Media, News, Technology, Telecom
Tagged Deutsche Telekom, Deutsche Telekom Launches World-First Multi-Orbit IoT Roaming Integrating GEO and LEO Satellite Connectivity, Deutsche Telekom Sets New Benchmark in Global IoT with Seamless Terrestrial and Satellite Multi-Orbit Roaming, GEO satellites, global IoT infrastructure, Internet of Things, Iridium Communications, Jens Olejak, KYOCERA AVX, LEO satellites, LTE-M, multi orbit IoT roaming, MWC Barcelona 2026, NB NTN, NB-IoT, Non-Terrestrial Networks, Nordic Semiconductor, OQ Technology, Sateliot, satellite connectivity, Skylo
(IN BRIEF) Novartis has reported final Phase III ALIGN study results showing that Vanrafia (atrasentan) slowed kidney function decline in adults with IgA nephropathy compared with placebo. At Week 136, the therapy demonstrated a 2.39 ml/min/1.73m² difference in eGFR change … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Healthcare, Pharma & Biotech, Switzerland
Tagged accelerated approval United States China, ALIGN study, atrasentan, EGFR, endothelin A receptor antagonist, Fabhalta, Final ALIGN Data Support Vanrafia as Potential Foundational Therapy to Slow Kidney Function Decline in IgAN, IgA nephropathy, IgAN, iptacopan, kidney disease, Novartis, Novartis Advances IgA Nephropathy Portfolio with Positive Long-Term Phase III Results for Vanrafia, phase III clinical trial, proteinuria, RAS inhibitors, renal function decline, Ruchira Glaser, SGLT2 inhibitors, Vanrafia, zigakibart
(IN BRIEF) Researchers at The Institute of Cancer Research, London, have found that the precise location of ATRX gene mutations plays a critical role in determining how neuroblastoma tumours behave and respond to treatment. Published in Neoplasia and supported by … Read the full press release
Posted in Healthcare, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Arcobaleno Cancer Trust, ATRX gene, Cancer Research UK Clinician Scientist Fellowship, childhood cancer, differentiation therapy, Dr Federica Lorenzi, Dr Sally George, ICR, ICR Study Reveals How ATRX Mutation Location Influences Neuroblastoma Treatment Outcomes, Neoplasia, Neuroblastoma, New Research from The Institute of Cancer Research Advances Precision Approach to ATRX-Mutant Neuroblastoma, paediatric oncology, personalised medicine, Siobhans Superstar Legacy, stem cell modelling, The Institute of Cancer Research London, tumour genetics
(IN BRIEF) DNV has acquired Smarter Power Solutions Pty Ltd, an Australian power systems engineering consultancy specialising in advanced grid-connection services. The move strengthens DNV’s position as a leading independent power grids consultancy in Asia Pacific and enhances its global … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Norway, Technology
Tagged AEMO, Asia Pacific energy market, Australia renewable penetration, Australian Energy Market Operator, Barry O Connell, Barry O’Connell, battery energy storage systems, Ditlev Engel, DNV, DNV Acquires Smarter Power Solutions Pty Ltd to Strengthen Grid-Connection Leadership in Asia Pacific, DNV Strengthens Asia Pacific Grid Advisory Capabilities with Acquisition of Smarter Power Solutions, Dr Lena Landsmann, Dr. Matthew Rowe, energy transition, Energy Transition Outlook 2025, grid connection engineering, Kristine Hauge, Lachlan Bateman, power systems modelling, renewable energy integration, Smarter Power Solutions Pty Ltd, SPS, Tim Gorman, transmission infrastructure
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received its first €200 million call-off under a 2025 framework agreement with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency for 120mm tank ammunition. The agreement, structured as a Basic Contractual Instrument, defines commercial and technical standards and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Germany, Government, Industrial, News, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged 120mm tank ammunition, Basic Contractual Instrument, defence manufacturing, European defence industry, framework agreement 2025, Leopard 2, M1 Abrams, main battle tank armament, multinational procurement, NATO procurement, NATO Support and Procurement Agency, NSPA, Rheinmetall, Rheinmetall Expands NATO Partnership with Substantial 120mm Tank Ammunition Order Through Centralised Procurement Mechanism, Rheinmetall Receives €200 Million Initial Order Under NATO Framework Agreement for 120mm Tank Ammunition, smoothbore technology
(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has launched Talent Week 2026, inviting university students and recent graduates to apply by February 19 for a comprehensive early-career development and recruitment program. The initiative offers participants hands-on exposure to careers in banking, data, audit … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Investment, Management, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged Assistant Inspector, audit careers, banking careers, Data and Tech Pathways, Data MT, data science, early career program, Ebru Taşcı Firuzbay, Garanti BBVA, Garanti BBVA Expands Early Career Opportunities with Talent Week 2026 Across Banking, Garanti BBVA Opens Talent Week 2026 Applications to Develop Future Leaders in Banking and Technology, INNOVATION, Management Trainee, professional development, recent graduates, sustainability, Talent Week 2026, tech talent, technology careers, university students, young talent recruitment
(IN BRIEF) Centrica has committed £2.4 million over three years to expand The Multibank’s network of hubs and integrate essential household goods distribution with targeted energy support. The initiative introduces new referral pathways into the British Gas Energy Trust, enabling … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Arabella Weir, British Gas Energy Trust, British Gas Energy Trust and The Multibank Collaboration Enhances Access to Energy Debt Relief and Critical Household Support, Centrica, Centrica Commits £2.4 Million to Expand The Multibank and Strengthen Targeted Energy Support Across the UK, Chris O Shea, community partnership, emergency fuel vouchers, energy debt relief, essential household goods, fuel poverty, Gordon Brown, Kirsty McNeill, Martin McCluskey MP, People and Planet commitment, The Multibank, Tracey Talbot, UK poverty support, Warm Home Discount, white goods grants
(IN BRIEF) EssilorLuxottica has launched a share buyback program authorising the purchase of up to 5,000,000 shares, starting February 13, 2026, under a mandate granted to an investment services provider. The repurchased shares will be used primarily for employee and … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Belgium, Business, France, Healthcare, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged 14th resolution, Annual General Meeting April 30 2025, capital management, corporate governance, employee shareholding plans, EssilorLuxottica, EssilorLuxottica Approves Share Buyback to Reinforce Long-Term Value Creation and Employee Alignment, EssilorLuxottica Launches Share Buyback Program to Support Employee Incentive Plans, Investment Services Provider, long-term strategy, performance share awards, profit sharing, Share Buyback Program, Shareholder Value, stock option plans, Universal Registration Document
(IN BRIEF) ORLEN Aviation has obtained a licence to provide aircraft refuelling services at Václav Havel Airport Prague, marking its first operational expansion outside Poland. The company won one of three available licences and is set to begin into-plane refuelling … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Czech Republic, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Poland, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged AHAC, aircraft refuelling, aviation fuel, Central and Eastern Europe expansion, Civil Aviation Authority of the Czech Republic, Czech Republic, energy sector, ground handling, international growth strategy, into plane services, Ireneusz Fąfara, Joint Inspection Group, Maciej Smolarek, ORLEN, ORLEN Aviation, ORLEN Aviation Expands Internationally with Aircraft Refuelling Licence at Prague’s Václav Havel Airport, ORLEN Aviation Secures Strategic Ground Handling Role at Prague Airport Advancing International Growth Strategy, ORLEN Unipetrol, Poland, Václav Havel Airport Prague
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has committed 9.3 billion Czech korunas (around €380 million) to support Czech transmission system operator ČEPS in refurbishing and expanding the country’s high-voltage electricity network. The financing, structured in two tranches, will cover up … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Czech Republic, Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, News
Tagged 400 kV network, CEPS, climate neutrality, Czech Republic, Czechia, EIB, EIB and ČEPS Launch Multi-Investment Programme to Upgrade 509 Kilometres of 400 kV Power Lines by 2030, electricity grid modernization, energy infrastructure, European Investment Bank, European Investment Bank Supports Major Upgrade of Czech High-Voltage Grid Through Financing to ČEPS, grid reinforcement, high voltage transmission lines, Marek Mora, Martin Durčák, multi investment programme, power system reliability, renewable integration, substations, transformers, transmission system operator
(IN BRIEF) In 2025, the European Investment Bank Group provided €1.93 billion in financing to Czechia, supporting projects in transport, clean energy, SME financing and affordable housing. Nearly half of the funding was directed toward railway upgrades and the Prague … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Czech Republic, Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, News, Real Estate, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged affordable housing, Brno Urban Infrastructure Development programme, CEPS, Česká spořitelna, ČEZ, Czech Republic, Czechia, EIB Group, EIB Group Delivers €1.93 Billion in 2025 Financing to Modernise Czech Transport Energy Infrastructure and Affordable Housing, EIF, ELENA, European Investment Bank, European Investment Bank Group Financing in Czechia Reaches €1.93 Billion in 2025 to Advance Transport Clean Energy and Housing, European Investment Fund, InvestEU, JASPERS, Marek Mora, Mid-Caps, power grid reinforcement, Prague Ring Road, renewable energy integration, SME financing, TEN T network, transport modernization, UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, UniCredit SpA, urban development
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has led a €150 million long-term financing package for Quantum Systems, supported by Commerzbank, Deutsche Bank, and KfW, to strengthen the company’s industrial expansion and technology development across Europe. The package includes a €70 … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Banks, European Union, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged aerial intelligence, Commerzbank, defence financing, Deutsche Bank, Drones, EIB, ESG frameworks, European Financial Institutions Back Quantum Systems with €150 Million to Expand Defence Technology and Industrial Capacity, European Investment Bank, European Investment Bank Backs €150 Million Financing Package to Support Quantum Systems’ European Expansion, European sovereignty, industrial scaling, Jonas Jarosch, KfW, Melanie Kehr, Michael Diederich, Michael Kotzbauer, Munich Security Conference, Nadia Calviño, quantum systems, security technology, unmanned aerial systems, Venture Tech Growth Financing
(IN BRIEF) Jonas Andrulis has launched a new Munich-based AI startup focused on developing collaborative, agent-based artificial intelligence that integrates human domain expertise into enterprise decision-making processes. Roland Berger is the sole investor and will play an active operational role, … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Germany, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Agent Based AI, AI Commercialization, artificial intelligence, Collaborative AI, corporate innovation, digital transformation, enterprise AI, Human Expertise Integration, industrial AI, Jonas Andrulis, Munich, New Munich AI Venture Targets Industrial Productivity Gap with Agent-Based Collaborative Intelligence Model, Roland Berger, Roland Berger backs new collaborative AI venture founded by Jonas Andrulis to embed human expertise into enterprise systems, Stefan Schaible, strategy consulting, Technology Agnostic Platform
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