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Proposed Transaction Enhances Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Capabilities in Supporting Corporate Payment and Performance Risk Management

(IN BRIEF) Swiss Re Corporate Solutions has agreed to acquire QBE Insurance Group’s Global Trade Credit and Surety business, aiming to expand its specialty insurance platform and strengthen services that help corporations manage payment and performance risks. The portfolio, with … Read the full press release

New Chapter for Egis in Africa Combines Organisational Streamlining with Continued Investment in Transport Energy and Urban Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Egis has restructured part of its African operations to sharpen its strategic focus on major engineering, infrastructure, and concession projects, transferring six country subsidiaries to the newly formed Infras Group through a management buyout led by former regional … Read the full press release

EAPCI Summit Research Explores Why Expanding Access to Primary PCI Has Not Uniformly Lowered Death Rates

(IN BRIEF) Data presented at EAPCI Summit 2026 analysing 21 European countries found no significant link between higher national rates of primary PCI procedures and reduced mortality following myocardial infarction, suggesting that access alone does not determine outcomes. The research … Read the full press release

COMPO EXPERT Polska and Distribution Partners Align on Innovation Driven Approach to Modern Fertilisation and Advisory Services

(IN BRIEF) COMPO EXPERT Polska is expanding its focus on specialty fertilizers and biological solutions as part of a broader strategy to respond to changing crop patterns and the rise of precision agriculture. During a Tarnów meeting with Authorised Distributors … Read the full press release

New Cross Border Model Enhances Efficiency Transparency and Infrastructure Linking Global Investors to the Greek Stock Market

(IN BRIEF) SIX and Piraeus Bank have partnered to launch a new cross-border access model that improves how international institutional investors connect to the Greek equity market by integrating SIX’s global infrastructure with Piraeus Bank’s local expertise. The framework introduces … Read the full press release

WTC Announces Appointment of Viscount Camrose as Public Affairs Advisor, Expanding Leadership in Governance & Strategic Foresight

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based international non-profit focused on innovation diplomacy and the global impact of emerging technologies, has appointed Jonathan Berry, Viscount Camrose, as Public Affairs Advisor to its Advisory Board. A former UK Minister … Read the full press release

WTC Appoints Dr. Paolo Dario as Scientific Advisor, Strengthening Leadership in Bio‑Inspired Engineering, Robotics, and Science‑Driven Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based international non-profit focused on innovation diplomacy and the global impact of emerging technologies, has appointed Dr. Paolo Dario to its Advisory Board as Scientific Advisor. An internationally recognised pioneer in robotics … Read the full press release

WTC Appoints Dr. Ioannis Ieropoulos as Scientific Advisor, Strengthening Leadership in Sustainable Engineering, Bio‑Inspired Innovation, and Science‑Driven Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based international non-profit focused on global dialogue around emerging technologies, has appointed Dr. Ioannis (Yannis) Ieropoulos as Scientific Advisor to its Advisory Board. A recognised leader in sustainable engineering and bio-inspired energy … Read the full press release

Silva Biofuel AS Formed to Continue Development of Advanced Biofuel Solutions Following Agreement With Statkraft

(IN BRIEF) Statkraft has agreed to transfer the Tofte biofuel demonstration facility and related expertise to a new company, Silva Biofuel AS, formed by former employees of Silva Green Fuel. The move reflects Statkraft’s strategy to concentrate on core renewable … Read the full press release

Germany, Latvia and Lithuania Advance Baltic-German PowerLink to Connect Offshore Wind and Strengthen Regional Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) Germany, Latvia and Lithuania have agreed to jointly develop the Baltic-German PowerLink, a hybrid subsea electricity interconnector that will link their grids and connect offshore wind capacity in the Baltic Sea. Transmission operators 50Hertz, AST and Litgrid will … Read the full press release

Industrial Services Launch Signals DNV’s Broader Role in Ensuring Quality and Reliability of Critical Energy and Infrastructure Systems

(IN BRIEF) DNV has launched Industrial Services as a standalone business unit to deliver global quality assurance and inspection services across energy, infrastructure, and complex industrial supply chains. The move reflects growing demand linked to energy transition projects, expanding infrastructure … Read the full press release

Eviden and Almaviva Join Forces to Deliver Secure Foundations for Italy’s Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems

(IN BRIEF) Eviden and Almaviva have formed a strategic partnership to advance the deployment of Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems across Italy, supporting the C-Roads Italy program and contributing to Europe’s connected mobility ecosystem. Almaviva will implement Eviden’s C-ITS Public Key … Read the full press release

AdBlue GE Debuts in Switzerland as BASF Advances Renewable Energy Integration in Chemical Production

(IN BRIEF) BASF has launched AdBlue GE by BASF, a renewable electricity-based version of its diesel exhaust fluid designed to lower CO₂ emissions during production while delivering identical quality and performance to conventional AdBlue. Manufactured using power from the Hollandse … Read the full press release

New Dedicated Pharma Airfreight Capacity Strengthens DHL’s End to End Temperature Controlled Transport Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has strengthened its Life Sciences & Healthcare logistics offering by expanding a dedicated Airfreight Cold Chain Network as part of a EUR 2 billion investment in DHL Health Logistics. The enhanced network integrates global aviation capacity, … Read the full press release

Henkel Expands Surface Treatment Portfolio with Energy Efficient Dip Degreasing Innovation for Complex Manufacturing Needs

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched Bonderite C-AD 20202, a low-temperature surfactant for dip degreasing that enables reliable cleaning at significantly reduced operating temperatures, lowering energy use and CO₂ emissions without sacrificing performance. Designed for complex components where dip cleaning is … Read the full press release

New Maryland Office Strengthens Vaisala and Xweather Commitment to US Market Growth and Advanced Meteorological Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has opened a new Xweather office in Gaithersburg, Maryland, expanding its US footprint and reinforcing its commitment to delivering weather and environmental intelligence solutions. The site will house teams across sales, engineering, and leadership roles, serving as … Read the full press release

Webuild Achieves Key Construction Milestone on Messina Catania High Capacity Railway with Completion of First Tunnel

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has completed excavation of the Forza d’Agrò tunnel, the first finished tunnel on the Messina–Catania high-capacity railway, part of the TEN-T Scandinavian–Mediterranean Corridor. The milestone advances a major infrastructure programme expected to significantly shorten travel times across … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €30 Million Financing to Support Thessaloniki’s Climate Neutrality and Urban Transformation Agenda

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has approved €30 million in financing for Thessaloniki to implement its 2025–2030 investment programme and advance its Climate Neutrality Plan. The funding will support sustainable mobility, energy-efficient municipal infrastructure, upgraded public spaces, and resilience-focused … Read the full press release

Glencore Secures Land Access Agreement with Gécamines to Extend Kamoto Copper Operations and Support Long Term Production Growth

(IN BRIEF) Glencore has reached an agreement with Gécamines granting Kamoto Copper Company access to additional land through long-term mining titles and leases, enabling infrastructure expansion, improved ore recovery, and an extension of the mine’s operational lifespan. The deal supports … Read the full press release