Author Archives: EuropaWire PR Editor

Joint Effort by BII, FMO, and UK Government to Boost Finance for Agribusinesses and Smallholder Farmers

(IN BRIEF) BII, FMO, and the UK Government’s Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office have partnered to expand the CASA technical assistance facility, aiming to address the significant financing gap faced by agribusinesses in developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. With … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Advances Gothenburg’s Congestion Charging Overhaul, Achieves Key Milestones

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has successfully completed the first phase of the Gothenburg Congestion Charging project, one of the largest urban congestion charging systems globally. The project involves upgrading 50 tolling stations and 91 charging points across the city, with … Read the full press release

Hudong Zhonghua Receives DNV Certification for Cutting-Edge Energy Vessel Designs at SMM

(IN BRIEF) Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. was awarded three Approval in Principle (AiP) certificates and one General Approval for Ship Application (GASA) certificate by DNV at the SMM trade fair in Hamburg. These awards recognize Hudong Zhonghua’s innovative designs … Read the full press release

Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Secures Approval for Innovative Green Ship Designs from DNV

(IN BRIEF) Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company (HPWS) received approval in principle (AiP) certificates from DNV at the SMM trade fair for three innovative ship designs focused on sustainability. The designs include an ammonia-fueled midsize gas carrier, an ammonia-fueled container ship, … Read the full press release

ORLEN Group Commences Low-Carbon Oil Production at Tyrving Field on Norwegian Continental Shelf

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN Group has started oil production at the Tyrving field on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, which has an estimated 25 million barrels of recoverable reserves. This new production site, added to ORLEN’s portfolio of 20 active fields in … Read the full press release

iTEC Alliance Advances Air Traffic Control with SkyNex Build Phase Launch

(IN BRIEF) The iTEC Alliance, consisting of eight major air navigation service providers across Europe and Canada, has launched the build phase of the iTEC SkyNex Air Traffic Control system. This new system aims to enhance efficiency, interoperability, and sustainability … Read the full press release

Professor Derk Loorbach Named Scientific Lead of Climate Research Initiative Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Professor Derk Loorbach has been appointed as the scientific lead of the Climate Research Initiative Netherlands (KIN). Loorbach, an expert in socio-economic transitions, will guide the scientific direction of KIN, focusing on systemic transitions and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration … Read the full press release

Marjolein van Wijngaarden Joins NWO AES Board, Enhancing Focus on Sustainability and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Marjolein van Wijngaarden has been appointed to the board of NWO’s Applied and Engineering Sciences (AES) domain, effective September 1, 2024. She brings over 25 years of experience in sustainability, innovation, and strategic partnerships, currently serving as the … Read the full press release

Eviden Joins Ford-Led Consortium to Revolutionize Electric Vehicle Manufacturing with Advanced Digital Monitoring

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a digital and technology leader within the Atos Group, is participating in the European e-BEAT project, led by Ford, to optimize electric vehicle manufacturing. The project, supported by a consortium and partially funded by the CDTI, aims … Read the full press release

Scania Launches Fuel-Efficient 13-Litre Marine Engine, Pushing Sustainability in Maritime Industry

(IN BRIEF) Scania has introduced its most advanced marine engine, the 13-litre DI13, at the SMM maritime trade fair. This engine offers improved fuel efficiency, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 8% compared to previous models, and is designed for … Read the full press release

NIB Finances Pärnu’s Largest Infrastructure Project with EUR 15 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has provided a EUR 15 million loan to the City of Pärnu, Estonia, to fund key infrastructure projects, including the construction of a new city bridge, which will be the longest in the … Read the full press release

BBVA Secures U.K. Approval for TSB Takeover, Moving Closer to Banco Sabadell Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has received approval from the U.K.’s Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) to take indirect control of TSB Bank, a subsidiary of Banco Sabadell. This approval is a key step in BBVA’s plan to acquire Banco Sabadell, which will … Read the full press release

Eurojust Showcases Key Role in Enhancing Port Security at Rotterdam’s World Port Days 2024

(IN BRIEF) Eurojust will participate in the 47th annual World Port Days in Rotterdam from September 6-8, 2024. The event, which highlights the importance of European ports like Rotterdam, will feature Eurojust in the European Pavilion. This space, organized by … Read the full press release

Nefco’s EUR 3 Million Loan Fuels Resand Ltd’s Growth in Sustainable Sand Recycling Technology

(IN BRIEF) Resand Ltd, a Finnish company specializing in sand regeneration technology for foundries, has secured a EUR 3 million loan from Nefco, the Nordic Green Bank. This funding will help Resand expand its operations and meet the growing demand … Read the full press release

Burberry Unveils ‘Made in the UK’ Series, Celebrating British Craftsmanship and Sustainable Fashion

(IN BRIEF) Burberry has launched the ‘Made in the UK’ series, highlighting its commitment to British manufacturing with a focus on the Heritage Trench and Car Coats. Crafted in Castleford, West Yorkshire, these coats use sustainably sourced materials like organically … Read the full press release

NORMA Group Welcomes New Apprentices to Kickstart Careers at Maintal Headquarters

(IN BRIEF) NORMA Group has welcomed ten new apprentices to its Maintal headquarters, where they will undergo training in various fields such as tool mechanics, machine operation, warehouse logistics, industrial clerical work, and mechatronics. The company emphasizes the importance of … Read the full press release

Roos Groep and Leica Geosystems Unveil World’s First Electric Slipform Paver with Advanced Precision Control

(IN BRIEF) Roos Groep, in partnership with Leica Geosystems, has developed the world’s first fully electric slipform paver, enhanced with advanced 3D machine control technology. This innovation marks a significant step in sustainable construction, offering precise, fossil fuel-free paving solutions. … Read the full press release

Henkel Unveils Innovative Removable Adhesive for Easy, Damage-Free Home Decor

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched Pattex No More Nails Stick & Peel, a new removable construction adhesive that holds up to 6 kilograms on various surfaces, including tile and glass, while being easily removable without damage. This innovative adhesive is … Read the full press release

GSK to Showcase Transformative Respiratory Research at ERS Congress 2024

(IN BRIEF) GSK will present significant research at the 2024 European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress, including data from phase III trials of its new biologic, depemokimab, for severe asthma. The presentations highlight GSK’s commitment to advancing respiratory medicine, with a … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca to Present Key Cancer Research Breakthroughs at WCLC and ESMO 2024

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca will present significant cancer research at the 2024 World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) and the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress. Highlights include new data on the effectiveness of Imfinzi in bladder cancer, a novel … Read the full press release