Author Archives: EuropaWire PR Editor

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

Hexagon Strengthens Executive Leadership with CFO Appointment of Enrique Patrickson

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon AB has appointed Enrique Patrickson as its new Chief Financial Officer, with the transition expected to be completed by July 2026. Patrickson joins from private equity firm Triton and brings extensive experience from senior financial and strategy … Read the full press release

Kitsap 911 Advances Emergency Communications Strategy with Adoption of Hexagon’s OnCall Dispatch Platform

(IN BRIEF) Kitsap 911 has chosen Hexagon’s HxGN OnCall Dispatch to modernize its emergency communications infrastructure and support more responsive, resilient public safety operations. Serving over 280,000 residents and coordinating more than 300,000 calls annually, the agency will benefit from … Read the full press release

LSEG Introduces New Trade Surveillance Solutions to Enhance Compliance and Reduce Operational Risk

(IN BRIEF) LSEG has launched Trade Surveillance, a new service designed to help financial institutions identify and investigate potential market abuse and financial crime more efficiently. Now live with dedicated solutions for MiFID and FX markets, the offering combines proprietary … Read the full press release

New ACEA and Adecco Group Analysis Urges Faster Action to Prepare Europe’s Automotive Workforce for Electrification

(IN BRIEF) ACEA and the Adecco Group have published a comprehensive new report examining how Europe’s automotive workforce must adapt to the rapid shift toward electrification and digitalisation. The analysis reveals growing demand for high-skilled roles in software, batteries, and … Read the full press release