(IN BRIEF) Naturgy, a prominent energy group, announced strong financial results for 2023 despite challenging market conditions. Their EBITDA increased by 11%, reaching 5,475 million euros, with a 20% rise in net profit to 1,986 million euros. The company heavily … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Fresenius, a global healthcare group, has appointed an independent advisory board to focus on sustainability issues. Comprising four experts from various fields, the board will support the development of Fresenius’ sustainability strategy. This move reflects Fresenius’ commitment to … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Germany, Healthcare, Industrial, Management, Technology
Tagged Anahita Thoms, Atlantik-Brücke, Baker McKenzie, Dr. Bibi Hahn, ESG, ESG Advisory Board, Fabian Kienbaum, Fiona Adshead, Michael Moser, Michael Sen, Prof. Judith Walls, sustainability strategy, The Fresenius healthcare group, UNICEF Germany, University of St. Gallen
(IN BRIEF) Brenntag, the global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, is commemorating its 150th anniversary in 2024. Originating as an egg wholesale business in Berlin in 1874, Brenntag has evolved into a DAX-listed company with a worldwide presence. Throughout … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) BusStore, a leading European brand for marketing used buses under Daimler Buses, is celebrating its ten-year anniversary since opening its first site in Neu-Ulm, Germany, in February 2014. Over the past decade, BusStore has expanded its network to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Mistral AI, an AI company, has introduced Mistral Large, its latest advanced language model, offering top-tier reasoning capabilities and multilingual proficiency. It’s now accessible through Azure, in addition to their platform. They’ve also launched Mistral Small, optimized for … Read the full press release
Posted in France, Internet & Online, Technology
Tagged AI, AI ubiquitous, API, Arc Challenge, artificial intelligence, Azure, Azure AI Studio, Azure Machine Learning, coding, HellaSwag, JSON, la Plateforme, language model, le Chat, LLM, math tasks, Microsoft, Mistral Large, Mistral Small, MMLU, reasoning capabilities, TriviaQA, TruthfulQA, Wino Grande (5-shot)
(IN BRIEF) Daimler Buses introduces the groundbreaking Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G fuel cell at the mobility move 2024 conference in Berlin. This electric articulated bus, featuring NMC3 batteries and hydrogen fuel cell technology, offers an impressive range of up to 400 … Read the full press release
Posted in Electronics & Machinery, Germany, Industrial, Marketing, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, Travel
Tagged Association of German Transport Companies, bus manufacturer, Daimler Buses, Daimler Buses Solutions GmbH, e-mobility, eCitaro G fuel cell, electric articulated bus, electric bus, electric bus conference, electromobility, electromobility solution, hydrogen fuel cell, Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G fuel cell, mobility move, mobility move 2024, Nils Richert, Omniplus, Omniplus On, Omniplus On Uptime Pro, VDV
(IN BRIEF) Saab has secured a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to deliver four additional Gripen C fighter aircraft to Hungary. This follows an amendment to an existing agreement dating back to 2001. With this order, Hungary’s … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Austria is set to bolster its air defence capabilities with the procurement of 36 Skyranger 30 air defence systems mounted on Pandur EVO 6×6 vehicles from GDELS. This collaboration between Rheinmetall and GDELS marks a significant milestone in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Telefónica have introduced a pioneering initiative allowing consumers to access enhanced 5G services through on-demand network slicing. Tested at the 5TONIC Lab in Madrid, this proof of concept enables subscribers to customize their service experience with … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) DHL Group and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) are collaborating to host a side event during the 13th World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi. The event aims to share key insights from the GoTrade … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Germany, Industrial, International Trade, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Abu Dhabi, DHL Group, GoTrade, GoTrade Summit, ICC, inclusive trade, International Chamber of Commerce, international trade, logistics, Steven Pope, trade, trade experts, World Trade Organization, WTO MC13
(IN BRIEF) The latest Recommerce© Barometer, presented in collaboration with Vodafone during Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, reveals a significant surge in European consumer interest in refurbished smartphones. Key findings indicate that over half of Europeans are now open … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and CEPSA have teamed up to protect the Laguna Primera de Palos wetland in Huelva, Spain, using an innovative IoT solution. The system, powered by solar panels, detects forest fires early by identifying initial combustion particles. Successfully … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Europe has made significant progress in quantum computing with investments, partnerships, and innovations. Highlights include a €3.5 million investment in LioniX International by the University of Twente, and T-Systems offering cloud access to IBM’s quantum systems. Other developments … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive, Aviation & Aerospace, Belgium, Defence, Education, Electronics & Machinery, Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Finland, France, Germany, Healthcare, Internet & Online, Investment, Netherlands, News, Science, Security & Safety, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged 5G networks, 6G, AI, Airbus, Aleph Alpha, Anaqor AG, ASML, BMW Group, Bosch Ventures, Cybersecurity, cybersecurity readiness against quantum threats, Deutsche Telekom, diamond-based quantum bits, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eviden, Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Fujitsu, generative AI, IBM, Infineon Technologies, IQM Quantum Computers, LioniX, Mobile World Congress, Nostradamus, photonic quantum computing, plasma physics, Post-Quantum Algorithms, Post-quantum cryptography, post-quantum era, Quantinuum, quantum algorithms, quantum computers, quantum computing, quantum computing hardware, quantum computing-era security, quantum simulations, quantum solutions for machine learning, quantum technologies, quantum threats, quantum-inspired algorithms, QuTech, scalable quantum computers, semiconductor lithography, SK Telecom, solving complex problems, T-Systems, Thales, The European Commission, TiC6G, TRUSTECH 2023, ultra-cold electronic circuits, University of Glasgow, University of Twente
(IN BRIEF) Swiss marine power company WinGD and Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. have completed the initial design of an ammonia fuel supply system (AFSS) for vessels powered by WinGD’s ammonia-fueled engines. This collaboration aims to develop solutions for … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Switzerland, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged AFSS, ammonia engines, ammonia fuel supply system, ammonia-fueled engines, carbon-free ammonia fuel, Manabu Kawakado, Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co. Ltd., Sebastian Hensel, shipbuilder, vessels, WinGD, X‑DF‑A
(IN BRIEF) Ørsted, a global renewable energy leader, has partnered with Incheon Metropolitan City, Korea, to develop an offshore wind power industry in the region. The collaboration aims to establish a local wind power sector centered around Ørsted’s 1.6 GW … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Hydro, a global aluminium producer, has partnered with the Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre (HILT CRC) to advance decarbonization efforts. Through this collaboration, Hydro aims to leverage research expertise and innovative technologies to reduce emissions in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Metals and Minerals, Norway, Technology
Tagged alumina refinery, Alunorte, Bauxite & Alumina, Brazil, decarbonization, Equinor ASA, HILT CRC, Hydro, Hydro REIN, industrial decarbonization research, Jenny Selway, Mendubim, Raphael Costa, Scatec, solar energy, Ventos de São Zacarias, zero emissions
(IN BRIEF) Evonik has partnered with Jland Biotech to introduce vegan collagen for cosmetic and personal care applications. Through an investment from Evonik’s Venture Capital group, the collaboration aims to meet the rising demand for sustainable collagen solutions in skincare. … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Chemicals, Germany, Pharma & Biotech
Tagged Anti-Aging, collagen, color cosmetics, Cosmetic, Evonik, hair care, hydrating creams, Jland Biotech, Johann-Caspar Gammelin, personal care applications, skin care, skin cleansing, skincare, sun care, Vecollage™ Fortify L, vegan collagen, Vegan Society, Yann d'Hervé
(IN BRIEF) In 2023, Swedbank made significant progress toward its strategic goals outlined in the “Swedbank 15/25” business plan, aiming for a sustainable return on equity by 2025. The bank focused on adapting its operations to prioritize key customer segments, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Vector Pension Scheme, a client of Schroders Solutions, has completed a £114 million bulk annuity buy-in with Standard Life, securing retirement benefits for its 1,800 members. Schroders Solutions, with its vast global capability, collaborated closely with Vector Pension … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom, a key player in intelligent transportation systems, partnered with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) for a project in Queensland, Australia. Their collaboration led to the implementation of portable Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Awards, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Australia, Australian roadworks, Award, C-ITS, Connected and Automated Vehicle Award, IRS, ITS Australia Awards 2024, ITS Roadside Stations, Kapsch TrafficCom, Matthew McLeish, Queensland, roadworks, SCMS, TMR, traffic solutions
(IN BRIEF) Espe, an energy company based near Padua, Italy, has been listed on Euronext Growth Milan, marking its third listing in 2024 and the sixth overall on Euronext this year. The company specializes in industrial electrical and automation systems, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) DNV, a leading independent energy expert, released its 2024 UK Energy Transition Outlook (ETO) report, highlighting the urgent need for the UK Government to prioritize long-term policy clarity and consistency to drive the transition away from fossil fuels. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Norway, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged 2024 UK Energy Transition Outlook, CCS, Clara Barby CBE, Dean Cooper, DNV, electric vehicles, energy CAPEX, energy infrastructure, energy infrastructure CAPEX, energy transition, Hannah Bronwin, Hari Vamadevan, Harry Manisty, hydrogen, Just Climate, long-term policy, Lucy Siegle, Octopus Energy Generation, Owen Bellamy, REPORT, smart grids, Solar PV, SSE Thermal, The UK government, Viken Chinien, Wind, WWF
(IN BRIEF) Saab and Thales have announced a partnership at the Singapore Airshow 2024 to modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure. They plan to integrate Saab’s Integrated Digital Tower Suite (I-DTS) with Thales’ OpenSky platform to establish a unified … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, France, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Air Traffic Control systems, air traffic management, airport systems, ATM infrastructure, Christian Rivierre, Per Ahl, Philippe Bernard-Flattot, Saab, Saab I-DTS, Singapore Airshow 2024, Thales, Thales TopSky
(IN BRIEF) Malaysia Airlines has announced a partnership with Thales to equip 20 of its Airbus A330neo aircraft with advanced avionics solutions. This includes Thales’ Flight Management System (FMS) and ACSS’ Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (T3CAS®). The collaboration marks the … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, France, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, Travel
Tagged ACSS, Airbus A330neo, Flight Management System, Malaysia Airlines, Surveillance systems, T3CAS®, Thales, Thales FMS, Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems
(IN BRIEF) The Merah Putih-2 telecommunications satellite, formerly known as Telkomsat HTS 113BT, was successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, atop a SpaceX Falcon9 rocket. Designed to bolster connectivity infrastructure across Indonesia, the satellite aims to enhance digital businesses and … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, France, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Internet & Online, Technology, Telecom
Tagged Cape Canaveral, digital telecommunication, Florida, Indonesia, Leonardo, Merah Putih-2, Persero, PT Telkom Indonesia, PT Telkom Satelit Indonesia, satellite service, Spacebus 4000B2 platform, SpaceX Falcon9, Tbk, telecommunications satellite, Telkom, Telkomsat, Telkomsat HTS 113BT, Thales, Thales Alenia Space
(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global leader in digital security, is showcasing its latest innovations at the Mobile World Congress. They’re highlighting their contributions to securing mobile and IoT connectivity, including revolutionizing eSIM management, simplifying IoT deployments, leading 5G security, and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, France, Internet & Online, Security & Safety, Spain, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 5G, 5G Security, connectivity, cybersecurity management, digital security, eSIM, Eva Rudin, IoT deployments, Mobile World Congress, Post-quantum cryptography, quantum computing, smart mobility, Software République, Thales
(IN BRIEF) Skanska AB (publ), a leading construction and development company, has announced its Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for March 27, 2024, in Stockholm, Sweden. Shareholders are invited to attend or vote by proxy, with key agenda items including … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, Sweden
Tagged AGM agenda, Anders Danielsson, Annual General Meeting, Åsa Söderström Winberg, Catherine Marcus, Chairman of the Board, Election of members of the Board, Fredrik Lundberg, Hans Biörck, Henrik Sjölund, Jan Gurander, Jayne McGivern, Mats Hederos, Pär Boman, shareholders, Skanska AB
(IN BRIEF) Fresenius had a strong finish in 2023, with a robust fourth quarter performance. They project accelerated earnings growth in 2024 due to the momentum from their #FutureFresenius initiatives. Achieving their raised outlook for FY/23, the company saw continued … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Ingka Investments, the investment arm of Ingka Group, has acquired 23,883 hectares of land, including 19,276 hectares of forestland, across Finland, Estonia, and Latvia. This acquisition aligns with their commitment to responsible forest management. The properties contain a … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Wouter Witteman, a master’s student in Embedded Systems at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), is known for his innovative solutions. His latest venture, SUWEVE, aims to improve wheelchair mobility by allowing users to face backward while being pushed. … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Evonik has partnered with the University of Mainz to commercialize a new class of polyethylene glycols (PEGs) called randomized polyethylene glycols (rPEGs). These rPEGs will be integrated into Evonik’s specialized lipid platform for drug delivery in nucleic acid-based … Read the full press release
Posted in Chemicals, Germany, Healthcare, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology
Tagged Evonik, immunogenicity, lipid, lipid nanoparticle carriers, lipids, LNP carriers, nucleic acid delivery, nucleic acid-based medicines, PEGs, Polyethylene glycols, polymers, Prof. Dr. Holger Frey, randomized polyethylene glycols, rPEG lipids, rPEG-lipids, rPEGs, specialty chemicals, Thomas Riermeier, University of Mainz
(IN BRIEF) DNV has successfully piloted ReWind, a digital service aimed at enhancing the sustainability of wind turbine decommissioning. The pilot involved seven customers across seven countries, resulting in significant time and cost savings compared to traditional methods. ReWind automates … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, Norway, Technology
Tagged decommissioned wind turbines, decommissioning plan, DNV, Energia, independent assurance, Johan Schoovonen, lifecycle of turbines, Matthew Geraghty, recycling, ReWind, risk management, SSE, wind auctions, wind farms, wind turbine blades, wind turbine decommissioning, WindEurope, Ørsted
(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has been awarded a tolling contract by APRR (Autoroutes Paris-Rhin-Rhône) to implement a Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system on key autoroutes in France. This project involves installing nearly 30 gantries along approximately 430 kilometers of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Thales is expanding its presence in Singapore by establishing a Centre of Excellence for avionics and Digital Identity & Security engineering footprint. These initiatives, in collaboration with the Singapore Economic Development Board, aim to strengthen Thales’ position as … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Defence, France, Industrial, Security & Safety, Technology, Telecom
Tagged AAIC, advanced AI, AI-assisted Technologies, avionics, biometrics, Cindy KOH, cloud-based connectivity, CoE for Hardware, Cyber Security Hub, Cybersecurity, digital identity, DIS ECC, Embedded Software, Emily Tan, Lim Tse Yong, Pascale SOURISSE, Patrice Caine, PNG Cheong Boon, Security Engineering, Singapore, Singapore Airshow 2024, smart factory, smart manufacturing, Thales, LIM Tse Yong
(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space launches MARSBalloon 2024, a hands-on science project for primary and secondary students, aiming to spark interest in space exploration and science careers. Students design experiments to test various materials and conditions in a simulated Mars … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) E.ON, a prominent energy company, is undergoing a strategic brand realignment to reflect its active role in driving the energy transition towards sustainability. The new brand positioning emphasizes E.ON’s commitment to shaping Europe’s sustainable energy future and taking … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, Marketing, Technology
Tagged brand positioning, corporate strategy, digitalization, E.ON, electricity distribution grids, energy generation, energy transition, INNOVATION, Julian Lennertz, Lars Rosumek, sustainable energy
(IN BRIEF) Vodafone is deploying Open Radio Access Network (RAN) sites across 20 cities in Romania, building on successful trials in Europe and commercial deployment in the UK. Open RAN offers a more flexible and innovative approach to mobile networking, … Read the full press release
Posted in Electronics & Machinery, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Romania, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged 2G, 4G, 5G, 5G Massive MIMO radios, 5G standalone, 5GSA, Alberto Ripepi, Cloud, Dell PowerEdge, Dell Technologies, Open Radio Access Network, Open RAN, RAN, Romania, Samsung, vodafone, Wind River
(IN BRIEF) trinamiX GmbH and Continental unveil innovative Face Authentication technology for vehicles at the Mobile World Congress. The system offers secure, contactless vehicle access and ignition via biometric user authentication, seamlessly integrated into the B-pillar and driver display. It … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Electronics & Machinery, Germany, Industrial, Marketing, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged AI, B-pillar, biometric, biometric face authentication, biometric security, CES, Contactless ignition, Contactless unlocking, Dr. Boris Mergell, driver display, face authentication, Innovation Award, Mobile World Congress, MWC, OLED displays, trinamiX Face Authentication, trinamiX GmbH, user authentication, vehicle security, Wilfried Hermes
(IN BRIEF) Railpool and Siemens Mobility have entered into a significant agreement for the delivery of up to 250 locomotives, with Railpool initially calling up 70 Vectron locomotives. These locomotives, including multisystem and AC variants, will enhance Railpool’s operational flexibility … Read the full press release
Posted in Germany, Industrial, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Albrecht Neumann, locomotives, rail, Railpool, rolling stock, Siemens Mobility, Torsten Lehnert, train, Vectron locomotives
(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group has partnered with the KW Institute for Contemporary Art in Berlin for a two-year project called “KW Digital: Poetics of Encryption.” This initiative explores the impact of digitalization and artificial intelligence on art and society. … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive, Germany, Media, Technology
Tagged AI, analogue, art, artificial-intelligence, Benita von Maltzahn, Contemporary Art, digital artworks, digitalization, exhibition, Krist Gruijthuijsen, KW Digital: Poetics of Encryption, KW Institute, Nadim Samman, Poetics of Encryption, Volkswagen Group
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