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HENSOLDT Celebrates 20 Years of Rapid Eurofighter Support with Technical Diagnostic Cell in Laage

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT’s Technical Diagnostic Cell (TDC) in Laage, Germany, celebrates 20 years of maintaining the German Air Force’s Eurofighter fleet. The TDC plays a vital role by offering on-site repairs for key radar and self-protection system components, minimizing aircraft … Read the full press release

Pharma Leaders Unite to Promote Ready-to-Use Packaging Solutions, Enhancing Safety and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) SCHOTT Pharma, Gerresheimer, and Stevanato Group have formed the “Alliance for RTU” to promote the adoption of ready-to-use (RTU) vials and cartridges within the pharmaceutical industry. This strategic alliance aims to streamline pharmaceutical manufacturing, improve operational efficiency, and … Read the full press release

Scania and Fortescue to Develop Cutting-Edge Autonomous Road Train for Mining Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Scania and Fortescue have partnered to develop an autonomous road train solution aimed at transforming the mining industry with increased efficiency and sustainability. The collaboration leverages Scania’s advanced truck automation technology and Fortescue’s mining expertise, focusing on reducing … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Expands U.S. Gas Footprint with Eagle Ford Basin Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has acquired a 45% stake in gas-producing assets in Texas’ Eagle Ford Basin from Lewis Energy Group, further expanding its U.S. natural gas operations. This move strengthens TotalEnergies’ integration across the gas value chain and follows a … Read the full press release

Norway’s Northern Lights Facility: World’s First Cross-Border CO2 Storage Ready to Launch

(IN BRIEF) The Northern Lights CCS facility in Norway is now operational, becoming the world’s first cross-border CO2 transport and storage project. A joint venture between Equinor, Shell, and TotalEnergies, it is part of Norway’s Longship initiative and aims to … Read the full press release

Santander X Expands to Offer Free Training and Discounts for SMEs and Entrepreneurs

(IN BRIEF) Santander has expanded its Santander X platform for SMEs, startups, and entrepreneurs, offering free training and discounts on essential business services. The initiative aims to support companies in adapting to the challenges of the digital market. Registration is … Read the full press release

Prudential Strengthens Nigerian Market Position with Full Acquisition of Zenith Life

(IN BRIEF) Prudential plc is acquiring full ownership of Prudential Zenith Life Insurance in Nigeria, enhancing its position in the country and strengthening its bancassurance partnership with Zenith Bank. This move supports Prudential’s strategy to grow its presence in high-potential … Read the full press release

Prudential Partners with Bank Syariah Indonesia to Boost Syariah Insurance Growth in Key ASEAN Market

(IN BRIEF) Prudential has entered into a strategic partnership with Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI), enabling the company to offer Syariah-compliant life insurance through BSI’s extensive network starting in 2025. This collaboration is seen as a key step for Prudential to … Read the full press release

RS Lease to Expand Fleet with Siemens Mobility’s Vectron Locomotives in New Agreement

(IN BRIEF) RS Lease has signed a framework agreement with Siemens Mobility to purchase up to 65 Vectron locomotives, with an immediate delivery of 30 units and an option for 35 more. These new Vectron Multi-System and Dual Mode locomotives … Read the full press release

NIB Invests €10 Million in Spar Nord Bank’s Green MREL-Eligible Bond to Boost Danish SME Financing

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has invested €10 million in a €250 million, 6-year Green MREL-eligible bond issued by Denmark’s Spar Nord Bank. This bond helps the bank meet EU regulatory requirements for loss absorption and capital recovery … Read the full press release

Brightsight Singapore Achieves EMVCo Accreditation, Boosting Payment Security Certification in Asia

(IN BRIEF) Brightsight, an SGS company, has received official recognition from EMVCo for its Singapore facility, making it an authorized laboratory for conducting EMV security evaluations on platforms and applications (ICC). This accreditation allows Brightsight to provide local and international … Read the full press release

Continental Named Among World’s Top Sustainable Companies, Sets Ambitious Carbon-Neutral Goals for 2050

(IN BRIEF) Continental has been recognized as one of the world’s most sustainable companies for 2024 by Time magazine and Statista, securing the 265th spot overall and ranking second among tire manufacturers. The recognition highlights Continental’s strong efforts in reducing … Read the full press release

Vattenfall’s Symbizon Agri-PV Park Launches in the Netherlands, Pioneering the Integration of Solar Power and Farming

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has launched its first agri-PV park, Symbizon, in the Netherlands, which combines solar energy generation with agriculture. Though small at 0.7 MWp capacity, the project aims to optimize the coexistence of solar panels and farming, with solar … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Group Utilizes Real-World Data to Boost Traffic Safety with Enhanced Driver Assistance Systems

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group is enhancing traffic safety by utilizing sensor and image data from customer vehicles to continuously improve driver assistance systems and automated driving features. This initiative, starting in Germany in late 2024 with select Volkswagen and Audi … Read the full press release

FTSE Russell Introduces Fixed Income Climate Indices to Boost Sustainable Investments

(IN BRIEF) FTSE Russell has launched two new fixed income indices, the FTSE Fixed Income TPI Climate Transition Index Series and the FTSE Fixed Income TPI Focused Glidepath Index Series. These indices aim to support investors in meeting their climate … Read the full press release

BASF Sets Bold New Strategy to Lead Green Transformation and Boost Shareholder Returns

(IN BRIEF) BASF has unveiled a new corporate strategy aimed at becoming the leading chemical company supporting the green transformation of its customers. The company plans to focus on its core chemical businesses while giving more flexibility to standalone divisions … Read the full press release

Siemens Unveils Enhanced Simcenter Testlab to Boost Efficiency and Cut Prototype Dependency

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software has updated its Simcenter Testlab suite, focusing on increased collaboration, enhanced testing efficiency, and reduced reliance on physical prototypes. New tools such as multi-hammer testing, a noise and vibration simulator, and smarter field testing … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Lands $177.8M Contract to Modernize USS Halsey

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has been awarded a $177.8 million contract by the U.S. Navy to modernize and maintain the USS Halsey, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer. The contract, which could reach $225.5 million if all options are exercised, involves … Read the full press release

Volkswagen and Autostadt Celebrate 50 Years of Golf and Scirocco at Alpine Hill Climb Event

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Classic and Autostadt will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco at the prestigious Edelweiß-Bergpreis Rossfeld Berchtesgaden hill climb race, held in the Alps on September 28 and 29, 2024. They will showcase iconic … Read the full press release

Authorities Dismantle Albanian-Led Drug Ring in Italy, 66 Arrested in Eurojust-Coordinated Operation

(IN BRIEF) Authorities in Italy, Albania, Poland, and Switzerland, coordinated by Eurojust, have dismantled a major Albanian-led cocaine trafficking network. A total of 66 individuals were arrested, with 45 of them taken into custody on an action day. The criminal … Read the full press release