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Bekaert and Toshiba Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Green Hydrogen Production Technology

(IN BRIEF) Bekaert and Toshiba Corporation’s energy division, Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation (Toshiba ESS), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of a global partnership focused on Membrane Electrode Assembly (MEA) technology for Proton … Read the full press release

voestalpine Breaks Ground on greentec Steel Project, Paving the Way for Sustainable Steel Production in Austria

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine, a leading global steel and technology group, has commenced construction for its greentec steel project at its Linz headquarters in Austria. This initiative aims to electrify energy-intensive processes in steel production using two green electricity-powered electric arc … Read the full press release

Lenzing and Kentaur Collaborate on Circular Chef Uniforms to Promote Sustainable Workwear

(IN BRIEF) Lenzing Group, a global producer of wood-based specialty fibers, has partnered with Kentaur, a Danish manufacturer of innovative workwear, to create a pilot collection of chef uniforms focused on circularity, durability, and functionality. These uniforms consist of 50% … Read the full press release

MYTILINEOS Advances in Spanish Solar Market with Key Milestones in Jaen, Guillena, and Badajoz Projects

(IN BRIEF) MYTILINEOS Energy & Metals, a global manufacturer and contractor of solar energy and energy storage projects, has achieved significant milestones in its solar projects in Spain. The Jaen and Guillena solar projects, each with 50 MW capacity, have … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ to Enhance Holmen Paper’s Production Flexibility Through Innovative Paper Machine Rebuild

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, an international technology group, will rebuild Holmen Paper’s paper machine at the Braviken mill in Sweden to enhance production flexibility. This initiative will allow Holmen Paper to increase the production of fluting for corrugated boxes while ensuring … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Backs Avanseo with €38 Million Portfolio Guarantee to Support Microenterprises in France

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF), supported by the InvestEU programme, has entered into a portfolio guarantee agreement with Avanseo to provide up to €38 million in new financing for microenterprises and individuals facing challenges in accessing credit markets. … Read the full press release

Hydrogen Revolution: Saudi Arabia Debuts Alstom’s Eco-Friendly Passenger Train in Riyadh

(IN BRIEF) In a groundbreaking initiative, Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and global mobility leader Alstom are set to operate and demonstrate the world’s first passenger hydrogen-powered train, the Coradia iLint, in Riyadh during October. This pioneering event marks the introduction … Read the full press release

Intesa Sanpaolo Pioneers AI for Regulatory Analysis in European Banking

(IN BRIEF) Intesa Sanpaolo is taking significant steps in adopting innovative artificial intelligence solutions as part of its digital transformation program outlined in the 2022-2025 Business Plan, led by CEO Carlo Messina. The Chief Institutional Affairs and External Communication Officer … Read the full press release

STARK Group Expands Its Civil Engineering Presence with New Branch in Thuringia

(IN BRIEF) STARK Group is expanding its presence in central Germany with the opening of a new branch in Löbichau, Thuringia. This expansion is led by the company’s civil engineering specialist, Muffenrohr, and marks its 47th branch in Germany out … Read the full press release

RWE Innovates Sustainability in Wind Power with Orkoien Onshore Wind Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE, a leading energy company, has taken a pioneering step in promoting sustainability in wind power with its Orkoien onshore wind project near Pamplona, Spain. Over 14 months, RWE constructed a 5.7-megawatt onshore wind turbine while testing two … Read the full press release

BMT Appoints Andrew Bell as Senior Business Development Manager for Maritime Surveys in UK and Europe

(IN BRIEF) BMT, a leading maritime services company, has appointed Andrew Bell as their new Senior Business Development Manager for Maritime Surveys in the UK and Europe. Bell, with over 35 years of maritime experience, will play a key role … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole S.A. Group and UNI Global Union Strengthen Global Agreement on Employee Rights and Workplace Standards

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole S.A. Group and UNI Global Union have signed a new four-year global agreement that reinforces the group’s commitments to human rights, labor rights, trade union rights, and the development of social dialogue and collective bargaining. This … Read the full press release

London Metal Exchange Enhances ESG Data Platform ‘LMEpassport’ with Global Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) The London Metal Exchange (LME) is collaborating with global producers and standards organizations to enhance its digital ESG data platform, LMEpassport, providing the metals community with access to verified sustainability data from global producers. LMEpassport now lists 466 … Read the full press release

Eni and Dompé farmaceutici Partner for Joint Research on Global Health Issues

(IN BRIEF) Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi and Dompé farmaceutici Executive Chairman Sergio Dompé have signed a Letter of Intent to initiate joint research and development efforts focused on public health and community well-being in regions where Eni operates, along with … Read the full press release

SweGaN Partners with AFRY to Establish Semiconductor Production Facility in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) SweGaN, a semiconductor manufacturer based in Sweden, has chosen AFRY to provide comprehensive support and expertise in various disciplines for the establishment of its new headquarters and semiconductor production facility in Linköping, Sweden. AFRY is assisting SweGaN in … Read the full press release

NIB Supports Lidl Lietuva’s Expansion with €50 Million Loan for New Logistics Centre in Lithuania

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) and retail store operator UAB Lidl Lietuva have signed a seven-year EUR 50 million loan agreement for Lidl’s new logistics centre in Vilnius, Lithuania. This facility will enable Lidl to expand its store … Read the full press release

Airbus Launches THEOS-2 Earth Observation Satellite, Enhancing Thailand’s Geo-Information Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has successfully launched THEOS-2, an Earth observation satellite, for the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency of Thailand (GISTDA) from Europe’s spaceport in French Guiana. This satellite follows the launch of THEOS-1 in 2008 and will provide … Read the full press release

SAP Enhances Spend Management Solutions with AI and User Experience Innovations

(IN BRIEF) SAP has unveiled a series of enhancements to its spend management and business network solutions, incorporating generative AI into category management, introducing the SAP Spend Control Tower with advanced AI features, embedding AI-powered supplier risk assessment, and partnering … Read the full press release

EBRD and Santander Leasing Sign First Synthetic Securitization Deal in Poland, Promoting SME Lending and Green Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has entered into a synthetic securitization agreement and new lending commitment with Santander Leasing, a subsidiary of Santander Bank Polska Group, marking the EBRD’s first capital relief transaction in Poland. … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €150 Million Loan to Cepsa for Over 1,800 Ultra-Fast EV Charging Stations in Spain and Portugal

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €150 million loan to Cepsa to facilitate the installation of over 1,800 ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Cepsa service stations in Spain and Portugal. This initiative aligns with … Read the full press release