(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has appointed Dagmar Steinert as its new CFO, effective March 1, 2025. She succeeds Gerhard Hanke, who will transition to the role of COO for Central and Eastern Europe. Steinert brings decades of financial leadership experience and … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Construction, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Technology
Tagged appointment, corporate transformation, Dagmar Steinert, Executive Board, Financial Leadership, Gerhard Hanke, Heimo Scheuch, leadership, leadership transition, Peter Steiner, succession planning, value-driven growth, Wienerberger AG
(IN BRIEF) Borealis has signed a long-term power purchase agreement with Aspiravi to secure 120 GWh of renewable energy annually from Belgian wind farms. This partnership will significantly reduce Borealis’ Scope 2 emissions and supports the company’s goal of sourcing … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Belgium, Business, Chemicals, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Aspiravi, Belgium, Bernard Steverlynck, Borealis, decarbonization, economic growth, onshore wind turbines, partnership, Power Purchase Agreement, PPA, renewable energy, renewable energy sourcing, scope 2 emissions, sustainability, sustainable development, sustainable energy, Wolfram Krenn
(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has extended its partnership with Habitat for Humanity International for another three years, continuing their efforts to build affordable housing for those in need. Since 2012, the collaboration has provided homes for over 6,300 people, constructing more … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, Technology
Tagged affordable housing, blocks, Bricks, CEO, construction, eco-friendly, employee involvement, ESG Strategy, Europe, Habitat for Humanity International, Heimo Scheuch, Hungary, North America, partnership, paving solutions, Poland, Romania, roof tiles, Slovakia, sustainable building solutions, United Kingdom, United States, Vulnerable Communities, water management technologies, Wienerberger
(IN BRIEF) ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has been ranked in the top 5% of companies globally in the EcoVadis sustainability rating, earning EcoVadis Gold status for the fourth consecutive year. RCG excelled in environmental sustainability, labor, and human rights, … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged 000 trains, 18 countries, 419, 78 million net tonnes, Advanced rating, Awards, Carbon Scorecard, Clemens Först, climate protection, CSR, diversity, EcoVadis Gold status, EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, end-to-end logistics services, energy consumption, energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, equal pay, equality, European economy, freight transport, greenhouse gas emissions, Inclusion, labor and human rights, leadership, logistics, logistics professionals, modern software solutions, ÖBB, ÖBB Rail Cargo Group, rail freight, rail logistics, rail transport, RCG, reclaimed materials, recruitment, sustainability, sustainable procurement, top 5%
(IN BRIEF) Germany has adopted a national strategy for autonomous and connected driving, aiming to lead in modern mobility through Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) technology. C-ITS enables real-time communication between vehicles and infrastructure, improving traffic flow, prioritizing emergency vehicles, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has opened a new technical center in Montbonnot, France, focused on advancing dry molded fiber (DMF) production for sustainable packaging. DMF technology uses a nearly waterless process to create three-dimensional cellulose-based products, offering an eco-friendly packaging alternative. … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Andreas Lukas, Andritz, Dry Molded Fiber Packaging, France, INNOVATION, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €50 million loan to the Zumtobel Group to advance its research and development of innovative lighting solutions, focusing on energy-efficient and connected technologies for smart buildings and cities. With a … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Banks, Business, Construction, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Austria, digitalization, EIB, Lighting Innovation, partnership, sustainability, Thomas Erath, Thomas Östros, Zumtobel
(IN BRIEF) ABB has partnered with Engineering Software Steyr GmbH (ESS) to revolutionize automotive paint shop operations through advanced simulation tools. The collaboration, which includes ABB taking a minority stake in ESS, will eliminate the need for prototyping, reduce operational … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Austria, Automotive, Business, Industrial, Investment, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged ABB, advanced algorithms, Austria, automotive paint shop, CO2 emissions, commissioning, digital tools, digitalization, Dr. Martin Schifko, Engineering Software Steyr GmbH, ESS, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing efficiency, Marc Segura, operational costs, PixelPaint, prototyping, RB1000i-S, RobotStudio, simulation tools, smart automation, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) UniCredit Bank Austria is restructuring its cultural sponsorship strategy due to economic challenges, resulting in the closure of the Kunstforum. Losing Signa as a key sponsor and landlord, combined with the need for significant future investments, has made … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Banks, Financial, Management, Society
Tagged Albertina, André Heller, Austria, Bank Austria Social Award, cultural funding, cultural initiatives, cultural sponsorship, economic challenges, education programs, financial literacy, Kunstforum, MoneyMatters, SIGNA, social impact, social projects, Teach for Austria, UniCredit Bank Austria, UniCredit Bank Austria Park, Vienna, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra Academy
(IN BRIEF) Borealis announced the winners of its 2024 Scientific Innovation Award during Innovation Day in Linz, Austria, celebrating advancements in sustainable plastics. The awards recognized innovators addressing key areas such as sustainable production catalysts, energy-efficient polymerization, and polymer recycling. … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Awards, Chemicals, Environment, Science, Technology
Tagged 2024 Scientific Innovation Award, advanced catalyst design, agricultural film recycling, Austria, Borealis, Clement Collins Rice, Elisabetta Carrieri, energy-efficient polymerization, Esun Selvam, Ghent University, Innovation Day, Linz, polymer recycling, polyolefin recycling, rapid joule heating, sustainable plastics, sustainable production catalysts, University of Delaware, University of Oxford
(IN BRIEF) The Austrian financial community has named “AI bubble” as the stock market taboo phrase of 2024, reflecting concerns over the rapid rise in valuations of companies linked to artificial intelligence (AI). While some warn that the high costs … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Austria, Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, International Trade, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged "AI Bubble", Christoph Boschan, Financial, investment, Manuel Schleifer, Stock Market Taboo Phrase of 2024, Wiener Börse AG, Wolfgang Matejka
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has been selected by Companhia Paranaense de Energia (COPEL) to modernize the Governador Parigot de Souza hydropower plant in Curitiba, Brazil. The project will include upgrades to key components such as Pelton turbines, generators, and electrical systems, … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Andritz, Brazil, Clean Energy Capacity, Companhia Paranaense de Energia (COPEL), Governador Parigot de Souza Hydropower Plant, INNOVATION, modernization, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has opened a modernized brick plant in Uttendorf, Austria, featuring the world’s largest industrial electric kiln, powered by green energy sources like its photovoltaic system. The facility reduces production emissions by 90% and energy consumption by one-third. … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Zumtobel’s IZURA pendant luminaire has won the German Sustainability Award 2025 in the Product + Resources category for its innovative circular design, resource-efficient production, and use of recycled materials. Featuring a modular structure and digital product passport, the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ Perfojet celebrates its 40th anniversary as a leader in nonwoven technology, known for its groundbreaking Jetlace™ hydroentanglement systems that bond fibers without binders. With over 300 systems installed globally, the company has revolutionized the production of nonwovens … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged 40 Years, Andritz, Bruno Roche, INNOVATION, Nonwoven Technology, Perfojet, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The city of Pamplona has awarded a EUR 1.2 million contract to Kapsch TrafficCom to maintain its traffic management system. The agreement, initially set for 14.5 months with options for annual extensions, involves servicing roadside hardware, including traffic … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) India is exploring satellite tolling as a sustainable solution to combat traffic congestion, air pollution, and declining road maintenance resources. Using GPS, Galileo, and other satellite systems, this advanced tolling technology enables real-time, distance-based vehicle charges without extensive … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Erste Group’s Private Banking division has been awarded the title of “Best Private Bank in Central and Eastern Europe” by both PWM/The Banker and Global Finance, marking a significant achievement in the CEE region. Erste received a total … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Awards, Banks, Business, Croatia, Czech Republic, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Romania, Slovakia, Technology
Tagged Austria, Awards, CROATIA, Czechia, Erste Group, leadership, Maximilian Clary und Aldringen, partnership, Private Bank, Romania, Slovakia
(IN BRIEF) Sunderland AFC has partnered with Thorn and Zumtobel to complete a major lighting upgrade at the Stadium of Light. The installation aims to improve the matchday experience while supporting the club’s sustainability goals, providing a cutting-edge lighting solution … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Construction, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sports, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Chris Ferguson, David Bruce, partnership, Paul Kilburn, sports, Stadium Lighting, Sunderland AFC, sustainability, Thorn, UK, upgrade, Zumtobel
(IN BRIEF) Turkish steel manufacturer Borçelik has selected ANDRITZ to supply a versatile combi-line furnace for a new cold strip mill in Bursa. This advanced furnace will support both galvanizing and annealing operations, enhancing Borçelik’s production of automotive-grade steel. The … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Technology, Turkey
Tagged Andritz, Borçelik, Furnace Installation, partnership, steel production, Turkey
EuropaWire (EW) is the first truly pan-European and leading press release distribution and newswire service for Europe and the European Union working towards consolidating Europe’s voice on the global newswire and media scene. The newswire service comes with advanced submission forms, flexible pricing and PR budgeting, granular targeting, nearly uncapped reach across countries, markets, verticals, industries, audiences, languages, etc., translation and localisation for greater local PR impact, in-depth distribution reporting, metrics and insights including measured PR reach, reads, engagements, impact, etc., no cap on words, images and multimedia to go along with your release, among others. Your press releases will be seen among the releases of Europe’s biggest and most prominent companies, brands and institutions.
HOW TO GET STARTED?