Author Archives: EuropaWire PR Editor

DHL Targets Hidden Value in E-Commerce Returns with Expanded ReTurn Network

(IN BRIEF) DHL is positioning returns as a strategic driver in e-commerce as return rates continue to rise, particularly in sectors such as fashion. Drawing on insights from its eCommerce Trends Reports, DHL highlights a global $62.5 billion value pool … Read the full press release

Mutares Sells Majority Stake in LiBCycle to Reverse Logistics Group

(IN BRIEF) Mutares has sold its 51% majority stake in LiBCycle to Reverse Logistics Group, enabling the battery logistics specialist to enter a new growth phase under an owner focused on circular economy solutions. LiBCycle provides integrated logistics services for … Read the full press release

SCHOTT Pharma and SHL Medical Advance Integrated Solutions for Large-Volume Drug Delivery

(IN BRIEF) SCHOTT Pharma has pre-validated its SCHOTT TOPPAC® ISO-standardized polymer cartridge for compatibility with SHL Medical’s Maggie® large-volume autoinjector platform. The collaboration delivers a ready-to-use, de-risked solution for administering highly sensitive biologics in large volumes, supporting self-injection and home-care … Read the full press release

Jungheinrich Lift Rack Boosts Storage Efficiency and E-Commerce Growth at OM-Klebetechnik

(IN BRIEF) OM-Klebetechnik has installed a new Jungheinrich lift rack at its Neumarkt site to modernise small parts storage and improve logistics efficiency. Fully integrated into the existing inventory management system, the automated solution optimises storage of SyncoLube® products, accelerates … Read the full press release

GEA Supports Angola’s Vaccine Production with Biopharmaceutical Separation Solutions

(IN BRIEF) GEA is equipping the new Veterinary Vaccine Institute in Huambo, Angola, with advanced separation and aseptic valve technology, including a CSC 6 disc centrifuge, a CIP system and GEA VESTA® sterile valves. Scheduled for commissioning in autumn 2026, … Read the full press release

SUEZ Wins €465 Million Contract to Rebuild and Operate Romainville–Bobigny Waste Treatment Centre

(IN BRIEF) SUEZ, alongside Chantiers Modernes Construction, has secured a 10-year, €465 million contract from Syctom to reconstruct and operate the Romainville–Bobigny household waste treatment centre in Seine-Saint-Denis. The project includes €237 million in investment to modernise the facility, expand … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Confirmed as Custodian of Spirit of 2012 Social Impact Archive

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has been appointed as the official custodian of the Spirit of 2012 archive as the organisation prepares for its planned closure in January 2026. Founded to extend the social legacy of the London 2012 Games, Spirit … Read the full press release

Vattenfall Confirms Full FID for Nordlicht I and II as Germany’s Largest Offshore Wind Project Moves Forward

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has taken the full Final Investment Decision for its Nordlicht offshore wind cluster after the permit for Nordlicht II became irrevocable, clearing the final regulatory hurdle for the project. Comprising Nordlicht I and Nordlicht II, the cluster … Read the full press release

SGS Highlights Launch of ISO IEC 42119 Series to Set Global Framework for AI System Testing

(IN BRIEF) SGS has announced the launch of the ISO/IEC 42119 series, a new set of international standards dedicated to the testing of AI systems. The first publication, ISO/IEC TS 42119-2:2025, provides an overview of AI testing concepts, lifecycle coverage … Read the full press release

SGS Completes Acquisition of Applied Technical Services to Accelerate North American Growth

(IN BRIEF) SGS has finalized the acquisition of Applied Technical Services following regulatory approval, adding a leading North American provider of testing, inspection, calibration, and forensic services to its portfolio. With more than 2,100 employees, ATS significantly enhances SGS’s technical … Read the full press release

Triton Sells Majority Stake in Kelvion to Apollo While Retaining Minority Interest

(IN BRIEF) Funds advised by Triton have sold a majority stake in Kelvion, a leading global provider of energy-efficient heat exchange and cooling solutions, to Apollo-managed funds, while retaining a minority interest. Since acquiring Kelvion in 2014, Triton transformed the … Read the full press release

TGG and ECTAA Partner to Strengthen Financial Protection for European Travel Agents and Tour Operators

(IN BRIEF) Trip Guaranty Group and ECTAA have signed a cooperation agreement to enhance financial protection and consumer confidence in the European travel sector. The partnership allows ECTAA members to offer TGG’s travel refund commitment programme, which protects customers against … Read the full press release

Husqvarna Brings Robotic Mowing Innovation to the British Masters as New Title Partner

(IN BRIEF) Husqvarna has signed a multi-year agreement to become the new Title Partner of the British Masters, with the 2026 Husqvarna British Masters set to be held at The Belfry’s Brabazon Course. The company has also been named official … Read the full press release

Amey and National Highways Deliver Second STRIVE Programme to Support Care Leavers into Infrastructure Careers

(IN BRIEF) Amey and National Highways have delivered the second STRIVE programme in Nottinghamshire, supporting five care leavers aged 18–21 with hands-on experience and employability skills linked to careers in transport infrastructure. The week-long initiative combined depot visits, practical demonstrations, … Read the full press release

SGL Carbon Supports Award-Winning BMW Natural Fiber Composites for Automotive Applications

(IN BRIEF) SGL Carbon has been recognized as a key contributor to the BMW Group’s BMW M Natural Fiber Composites project, which won the JEC Composites Innovation Award 2026 in the “Automotive & Road Transportation – Parts” category. The collaboration … Read the full press release

University of Tübingen Study Challenges Standard Bioaccumulation Testing and Introduces AI-Based Solution

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Tübingen have identified a major weakness in current methods used to assess the bioaccumulation of chemicals in fish, showing that the bioconcentration factor varies with test concentration rather than being a fixed substance-specific … Read the full press release

Riyadh Metro Red Line Expansion Awarded to Webuild-Led Consortium

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has been awarded the contract to lead the consortium delivering the extension of Riyadh Metro’s Red Line, further strengthening its role in one of the world’s largest driverless metro networks. The project includes the construction of an … Read the full press release

New Partnership Sees Basilea Support INCATE in Expanding Antifungal and Antibacterial Drug Development

(IN BRIEF) Basilea Pharmaceutica has partnered with INCATE, the European incubator for antibacterial therapies, to support the advancement of early-stage anti-infective innovations. As an industry partner, Basilea brings deep expertise in antibacterial and antifungal drug development, while expanding INCATE’s scope … Read the full press release

Škoda Names Its Future Electric Flagship Peaq Ahead of Global Premiere in 2026

(IN BRIEF) Skoda Auto has announced that its upcoming fully electric seven-seat flagship model will be called the Škoda Peaq, confirming its position at the top of the brand’s portfolio. Based on the Vision 7S concept that introduced Škoda’s Modern … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Maintains Global Delivery Volumes as Electric Models and SUVs Drive European Growth

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen delivered around 4.73 million vehicles worldwide last year, largely matching prior-year volumes despite challenging global market conditions. Growth in Europe and South America helped offset declines in China and North America. Demand for all-electric vehicles remained stable, … Read the full press release