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AMOLF’s Corentin Bisot Honored with Van Leeuwenhoek Award for Groundbreaking Work on Soil Microorganisms

(IN BRIEF) Corentin Bisot, postdoctoral researcher at AMOLF, has won the Van Leeuwenhoek Award in the category of environmental microbiology. Presented by the Royal Netherlands Society for Microbiology during the Scientific Spring Meeting in Papendal, the award honors his work … Read the full press release

Unilever’s Cif Introduces Probiotic Cleaning Spray for Longer-Lasting Freshness

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has unveiled Cif Infinite Clean, a revolutionary home cleaning product that uses natural probiotics to clean surfaces more effectively and sustainably. The dormant probiotics activate on contact with dirt and provide a deep clean that lasts up … Read the full press release

CERN Reaffirms Energy Management Leadership with Successful 2025 ISO 50001 Audit

(IN BRIEF) CERN has successfully passed its 2025 ISO 50001 surveillance audit, affirming its leadership in energy management and commitment to sustainability. The audit, conducted by AFNOR, found no nonconformities and praised the maturity of CERN’s energy strategies. Recent initiatives … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Advances Explosives and Propellants Production to Boost UK Defence Resilience

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has made significant strides in the development of novel energetics and propellants, following £150 million of investment since 2022 to increase UK munitions manufacturing. A newly developed continuous flow processing technique will reduce dependence on globally … Read the full press release

Siemens Launches New Teamcenter X PLM Solutions for Faster, Scalable Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software has expanded its Teamcenter X cloud-based PLM solution with two new options—Teamcenter X Standard and Teamcenter X Advanced—designed to give organizations greater flexibility and faster deployment. Teamcenter X Standard includes tools for change management … Read the full press release

BASF and Hagihara Industries Develop UV-Resistant Turf Installed at J-League Field

(IN BRIEF) BASF and Hagihara Industries have jointly developed an advanced formulation of Tinuvin® UV stabilizers to produce highly durable polyolefin yarns for artificial turf, improving resistance to sunlight and weather. The enhanced turf, which now boasts a lifespan of … Read the full press release

Hexagon Appoints Norma Vargas to Lead Mining Division in Chile and Argentina

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has named Norma Vargas as General Manager of its Mining division in Chile and Argentina, reinforcing its regional leadership with her three decades of experience in technology and mining operations. Formerly Director of Operations Technology at Codelco, … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Begins Production from Ballymore Deepwater Field in U.S. Gulf

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has begun production at the Ballymore deepwater field in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, developed in partnership with Chevron. Located off the coast of Louisiana, Ballymore adds nearly 30,000 boe/d of net production to TotalEnergies at full … Read the full press release

LANXESS Earns Top Climate Score from CDP, Recognized Among Global Sustainability Leaders

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS has been recognized by CDP with an “A” grade for its climate action, ranking among the top 2 percent of more than 24,700 companies globally in 2025. This is the eighth time LANXESS has made CDP’s “A … Read the full press release

Nordex Reflects on Four Decades of Climate Impact as Earth Day 2025 Highlights Renewable Progress

(IN BRIEF) To commemorate Earth Day 2025, Nordex is highlighting its four-decade journey in sustainable wind power development. From pioneering early efforts to reduce CO2e emissions in the 1980s to installing over 57 GW of wind capacity in more than … Read the full press release

La Suprema Corte Sanciona a Ricardo Salinas de Grupo Elektra por Obstrucción Legal

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) La Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación (SCJN) sancionó al empresario Ricardo Salinas Pliego por obstruir repetidamente la resolución de un juicio fiscal mediante el uso excesivo de recursos legales frívolos. Las autoridades fiscales acusan a … Read the full press release

5P Europe Foundation: New Initiative for African Children

(IN BRIEF) The Vatican World Leaders’ Summit on Children’s Rights in February 2025 showcased several initiatives for protecting children worldwide. One key project, led by Robert Szustkowski of the 5P Europe Foundation, focuses on promoting sports and a healthy lifestyle … Read the full press release

eNaBlS Project Making Strides in Advancing Biodiversity and Nature-Based Solutions Education

(IN BRIEF) The eNaBlS project is driving significant progress in promoting Nature-Based Solutions and biodiversity education across Europe by establishing interactive Living Labs that connect scientists, students, local communities, and policymakers, launching dedicated web pages for real-time updates, developing a … Read the full press release

Neste Champions Renewable Fuels in Tour d’Europe to Accelerate Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a leader in renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, is proud to contribute to the Tour d’Europe initiative—a three-month road trip across 23 countries that demonstrates the decarbonization potential of renewable fuels. With stops planned at Neste … Read the full press release

Voith Paper Welcomes Andreas Batzer as CFO to Drive Financial Innovation and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Andreas Batzer was named the new CFO and management board member of Voith Paper in March 2025, reporting directly to President & CEO Andreas Endters. Replacing Ralf Sorg—who now serves solely as President Projects—Batzer is responsible for leading … Read the full press release

EQT Infrastructure VI Surpasses EUR 21 Billion Commitment Target with Global Investor Support

(IN BRIEF) EQT Infrastructure VI, EQT’s flagship infrastructure fund, has successfully closed at EUR 21.5 billion in total commitments, including EUR 21.3 billion in fee-generating assets, exceeding its EUR 20 billion target and marking a 35 percent growth over its … Read the full press release

Zeekr 001 Achieves Unmatched Electric Safety and Performance with Continental PremiumContact 6

(IN BRIEF) Continental has secured original equipment approval for its PremiumContact 6 tires in a 22-inch size, now featured on the Zeekr 001 electric sedan from Chinese automaker Zeekr. Designed for high safety and dynamic handling, these summer tires deliver … Read the full press release

DNV Launches Groundbreaking Digital Framework to Transform Energy Asset Management

(IN BRIEF) DNV has launched DNV-RP-0670, an asset information modelling framework designed to modernize asset information management in the energy sector. The framework establishes a common digital language that streamlines information flow among organizations and IT systems, replacing outdated document-driven … Read the full press release

Derby 507: Logicor’s Cutting-Edge Logistics Hub Fuels Local Growth and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has completed the Derby 507 logistics and manufacturing facility in the East Midlands, a 508,003 sq ft development that is expected to create up to 1,000 jobs and bolster the local economy. Strategically located in Infinity Park … Read the full press release

Digital Defense Reinvented: Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics Unite for Next-Gen Military Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics have signed a letter of intent to collaborate on integrating advanced robotics and AI into Mercedes‑Benz Special Trucks’ military vehicle platforms, specifically targeting the Unimog and Zetros series. Utilizing ARX Robotics’ Mithra OS, … Read the full press release