Author Archives: EuropaWire PR Editor

ASSA ABLOY Expands Global Security Portfolio with Acquisition of Canadian Legacy Brand Wallace & Wallace

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has acquired Canadian company Wallace & Wallace, along with Wallace Perimeter Security, to expand its Perimeter Security portfolio and strengthen its position in mature markets. The acquisition, which integrates a firm renowned for its perimeter fencing, … Read the full press release

Sweco Awarded Contract to Assess Environmental Risks for Ignalina’s Deep Geological Repository

(IN BRIEF) The Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant in Lithuania has contracted Sweco for €448,000 to evaluate environmental risks for a proposed deep geological repository intended for the final disposal of long-lived radioactive waste. As a vital part of Ignalina’s decommissioning … Read the full press release

SEB Nordic Energy and Ingrid Capacity Unveil Nordics’ Largest Battery Storage Project to Boost Finnish Renewables

(IN BRIEF) SEB Nordic Energy’s portfolio company Locus Energy, in partnership with Ingrid Capacity, is launching the largest battery energy storage project in the Nordics. The project, which will add 70 MW/140 MWh of storage to its Finnish renewable assets, … Read the full press release

Sener Secures Key Role in ESA’s ExoMars Rosalind Franklin Mission

(IN BRIEF) Sener has been chosen by the European Space Agency to develop several key systems for the Rosalind Franklin rover, part of the ExoMars mission scheduled for launch in 2028. The company will design and manufacture the separation systems … Read the full press release

Continental Expands Road Tire Line with Grand Prix TR for Everyday and Endurance Riders

(IN BRIEF) In this announcement, Continental presents the Grand Prix TR as an affordable yet high-performing road tire, featuring tubeless-ready technology, a robust 4-ply design, and the BlackChili compound for optimized grip and efficiency. Positioned in the endurance category, it … Read the full press release

Proximus Global and Nokia Unveil Joint Plan for Developer-Friendly Network APIs at #MWC25

(IN BRIEF) Proximus Global, a digital communications leader, has entered a strategic collaboration with Nokia to integrate each other’s network APIs on their respective marketplaces. This move, showcased at #MWC25, aims to give developers better access to telecom capabilities—particularly 5G … Read the full press release

UBS Reveals Key Insights in 2025 Global Investment Returns Yearbook, Highlighting Market Trends and Diversification Strategies

(IN BRIEF) The 2025 Global Investment Returns Yearbook from UBS, created in partnership with London Business School and Cambridge University, uses 125 years of data to provide valuable insights for investors. Key findings include the dramatic market changes, the long-term … Read the full press release

UBS Announces Nominations of Renata Jungo Brüngger and Lila Tretikov for Board of Directors at 2025 AGM

(IN BRIEF) UBS Group AG has nominated Renata Jungo Brüngger and Lila Tretikov for election to its Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on 10 April 2025. Jungo Brüngger brings expertise in governance, sustainability, and legal affairs from … Read the full press release

UBS OneASEAN Summit 2025 Explores Investment Opportunities and Economic Growth Drivers in Southeast Asia

(IN BRIEF) The 13th UBS OneASEAN Summit in Singapore brought together over 900 investors and policymakers to examine the evolving investment opportunities in Southeast Asia. UBS highlighted the region’s economic growth, particularly in sectors like Healthcare and Digital Infrastructure, driven … Read the full press release

Sika Completes Acquisition of HPS North America to Expand Presence in US Building Finishing Market

(IN BRIEF) Sika has fully acquired HPS North America, Inc., a supplier of building finishing materials in the US, including Schönox branded products. The acquisition strengthens Sika’s position in the growing building finishing market and will lead to improved efficiency … Read the full press release

EY Unveils AI-Powered Telecom.ai Solution at MWC Barcelona 2025 to Transform Telecom Operations

(IN BRIEF) EY introduced the Telecom.ai agentic solution at MWC Barcelona 2025, an AI-driven suite for telecommunications providers that enhances operations in finance, network management, customer service, and content lifecycle. A key feature is the Contract Intelligence (CI) agent, which … Read the full press release

H&M Studio Unveils SS25 Collection at Stylish Cocktail Party in Paris

(IN BRIEF) H&M Studio celebrated the launch of its SS25 collection with a cocktail party in Paris on March 3. The event, inspired by the 1980s woman who effortlessly balances work and play, featured a space designed to resemble a … Read the full press release

Infineon’s PSOC™ 4 MCU Family Unveils Multi-Sense Capabilities for Advanced Sensing and HMI Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has expanded its PSOC™ 4 microcontroller family with new Multi-Sense capabilities, incorporating inductive and liquid sensing technology. The PSOC 4000T, featuring Infineon’s fifth-generation CAPSENSE technology, offers a powerful combination of capacitive and inductive sensing for diverse … Read the full press release

CMA CGM Launches “My Exclusive Concierge” to Offer Personalized 24/7 Customer Support

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM has introduced a new premium service called “My Exclusive Concierge” to provide customers with tailored support around the clock. As part of the CMA CGM+ value-added services, this initiative ensures continuous, personalized assistance to meet the … Read the full press release

SSE’s Martin Pibworth Appointed CBI Scotland Chair to Lead Efforts on Sustainable Growth and Green Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Martin Pibworth, Chief Commercial Officer at SSE, has been appointed Chair of CBI Scotland, succeeding Jennifer Young. With extensive experience in sustainability and the net zero sector, Pibworth will focus on promoting long-term growth and addressing key issues … Read the full press release

AFRY Partners with Swedish Armed Forces and FMV in Major IT Consultancy Agreement to Strengthen Defense Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has signed a new framework agreement with the Swedish Armed Forces and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for IT consultancy services. This agreement, spanning three years with the potential for a four-year extension, involves providing services … Read the full press release

Arkema Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification for Bio-Attributed Resins in Malaysia, Advancing Sustainability in Specialty Materials

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its acrylic and liquid polyester resins production facility in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, expanding its portfolio of bio-attributed materials. This certification is part of Arkema’s global Mass Balance initiative, aimed at offering … Read the full press release

stc Achieves 100% Compliance with GSMA Signaling Security Standards in Partnership with Enea

(IN BRIEF) stc, Saudi Arabia’s largest mobile network operator, has achieved 100% compliance with GSMA’s signaling security guidelines, becoming one of the few telecom operators globally to do so. This milestone was made possible by the implementation of robust security … Read the full press release

ABB Strengthens Leadership in Smart Building Solutions with Acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories Business in China

(IN BRIEF) ABB has successfully acquired Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business in China, enhancing its position in the smart building technologies sector. The acquisition, valued at over $150 million in revenue for 2024, adds a robust distribution network across 230 cities … Read the full press release