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University of Exeter Recognized for Supporting Economic Growth and Knowledge Exchange

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has achieved recognition for its dedication to fostering economic growth and knowledge exchange, according to the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) assessment by UKRI. The university has moved up to Cluster V, placing it among … Read the full press release

Axel Springer and BILD Receive Nova Innovation Award for Innovative Metaverse Concert Experience with Knossi

(IN BRIEF) Axel Springer and BILD have been honored with the Nova Innovation Award in the “Nova New Business Areas” category for their groundbreaking event experience in the Metaverse Club featuring a live concert by Twitch star and singer Jens … Read the full press release

British Safety Council’s International Safety Awards 2024 Now Open for Applications

(IN BRIEF) The British Safety Council has opened applications for the International Safety Awards 2024, marking the 66th year of these internationally recognized accolades for excellence in health, safety, and wellbeing. These awards honor organizations committed to maintaining high standards … Read the full press release

UCL Chair of Council Victor Chu Receives Distinguished Service Award at Atlantic Council Global Citizen Awards

(IN BRIEF) Victor Chu CBE, the Chair of UCL Council, has been honored with a special Distinguished Service Award at the 12th Atlantic Council Global Citizen Awards held during the United Nations General Assembly Week in New York. The award … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence Division Honored as Employer of Choice in Australian Business Awards 2023

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division has received the prestigious Australian Business Award for Employer of Choice (EOC) for the fifth consecutive year. This award recognizes organizations that excel in creating workplaces that maximize workforce potential through effective employee … Read the full press release

Philips Recognized as One of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies in International Analysis

(IN BRIEF) Philips has earned recognition as one of the world’s most trustworthy companies in an international analysis conducted by Statista in collaboration with Newsweek. The analysis considered the perspectives of customers, investors, and employees. In the survey, over 70,000 … Read the full press release

Škoda’s Pay to Park Service Wins Car Connectivity Award for Price/Performance Ratio

(IN BRIEF) Škoda’s Pay to Park service, developed by Škoda X, the brand’s center for digital services, has been honored with a Car Connectivity Award in the ‘price/performance stars’ category. In a reader poll organized by the German trade magazine … Read the full press release

ABT CUPRA XE Secures Double Podium Finish at Island X Prix in Sardinia

(IN BRIEF) ABT CUPRA XE achieved an outstanding performance at the Island X Prix in Sardinia during the Extreme E season. The team, led by drivers Klara Andersson and Sébastien Loeb, secured a podium finish in both races, earning a … Read the full press release

UCL Named Sunday Times University of the Year 2024 for Academic Excellence and Visionary Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) University College London (UCL) has been honored as the Sunday Times University of the Year 2024, recognizing its outstanding performance in multidisciplinary research, education, graduate career prospects, and sustainability initiatives. The award also highlights UCL’s visionary UCL East … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Shortlisted for University of the Year in Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has been named a finalist for the University of the Year award in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024. This recognition comes alongside the university’s ascent of four places in the national rankings, … Read the full press release

Aingeala Flannery’s ‘The Amusements’ Wins the John McGahern Prize for Debut Irish Fiction

(IN BRIEF) Aingeala Flannery’s novel, “The Amusements,” published by Penguin, has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious John McGahern Prize for the debut book of Irish fiction published in 2022. Esteemed novelist Colm Tóibín, who made the announcement, … Read the full press release

Airbus Innovators Shortlisted for German Future Prize with CO2 Capture Breakthrough

(IN BRIEF) A team of engineers and a developer from Airbus has been shortlisted as one of the top three finalists for the prestigious German Future Prize 2023. Their nomination is in recognition of their innovative work in developing Direct … Read the full press release

GRAHAM’s Wellbeing Team Wins ‘Wellbeing at Work’ Award at Responsible Business Awards

(IN BRIEF) The Wellbeing Team at GRAHAM was honored with the “Wellbeing at Work” award at the Business in the Community Responsible Business awards held at the ICC Belfast. This recognition comes after impressing judges with their commitment to staff … Read the full press release

Telekom Achieves 12 Gigabits Per Second Data Rate in Mobile Radio, Sets New World Record

(IN BRIEF) Telekom has established a new world record in mobile radio by achieving a data rate of 12 gigabits per second during tests in Alzey. This impressive data speed and bandwidth, up to twelve times higher than current 5G … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Receives ‘Best Energy Achievement in Construction Award’ at 2023 Business Energy Achievement Awards

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM has won the “Best Energy Achievement in Construction Award” at the 2023 Business Energy Achievement Awards for their entry titled “Constructing a Sustainable Future.” The award recognizes the company’s industry-leading initiatives in promoting energy efficiency and reducing … Read the full press release

AFRY Attains Highest Platinum Rating in EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment, Ranking Among Top 1% Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has achieved the highest Platinum rating in EcoVadis’ global sustainability and social responsibility assessment, earning a total score of 79 out of 100. This places AFRY among the top 1 percent of all assessed companies in sustainability … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Achieves Platinum Payroll Giving Quality Mark Award for Philanthropic Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has received the prestigious Platinum Payroll Giving Quality Mark Award for 2023 from Charities Trust, recognizing the company’s commitment to fostering a culture of philanthropy and promoting payroll giving. This honor stems from 20% of Lightsource … Read the full press release

DNV Grants Design Verification for Avikus and Hyundai’s AI-Based ‘HiNAS Control’ Navigation System, Gaining Industry Approval

(IN BRIEF) At Gastech 2023, DNV has granted a design verification report (DVR) for the AI-based autonomous navigation system “HiNAS Control,” a joint project by Avikus and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries. Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR) has also … Read the full press release

UCL Researchers Secure Prestigious ERC Grants for Groundbreaking Neuroscience and Disease Research

(IN BRIEF) Two UCL researchers have been awarded prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grants, each receiving approximately 1.5 million euros. Dr. Marco Wittmann’s project, “DeepSocial,” aims to use non-invasive deep brain stimulation to explore the brain’s social cognition processes. … Read the full press release

DNV Grants Approvals to Hanwha Ocean for Innovative LCO2 Carrier and URN Measurement

(IN BRIEF) DNV has awarded Hanwha Ocean an Approval in Principle (AiP) and an Approval of Service Suppliers (AOSS) for two innovations: a large-scale liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carrier tank and an underwater radiated noise (URN) measurement system. The LCO2 … Read the full press release

T-Systems Data Center in Biere Receives European Code of Conduct Award for Energy Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission has honored the T-Systems data center in Biere, near Magdeburg, with the European Code of Conduct Award. Among 120 companies considered, the award recognizes data centers that have significantly reduced their energy consumption. The assessment … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Construction Secures Multi-Region Slots in Procure Partnerships’ National Contractors Framework 2023

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM Construction has been appointed to the Procure Partnerships’ National Contractors Framework 2023, covering Construction, Civil Engineering, and Decarbonisation across multiple lots. The framework is structured regionally to ensure local delivery and national governance alignment. GRAHAM has secured … Read the full press release

Neoenergia Secures Transparency 2023 Trophy, Showcasing Ethical Governance and Financial Clarity

(IN BRIEF) Neoenergia, a prominent integrated energy company in Brazil, has been honored with the Transparency 2023 Trophy by the National Association of Finance, Management and Accounting Executives (Anefac). This prestigious award, received for the third consecutive year, recognizes Neoenergia’s … Read the full press release

German Student Triumphs Over Health Challenges to Win Student of the Year Award at Scottish Marine Science Institute

(IN BRIEF) Anna Pfoertner, a 23-year-old student from Germany, has been named the Student of the Year at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS). She graduated with a first-class honours degree in Marine Science despite battling chronic health problems, … Read the full press release

Ericsson Receives Google Cloud’s 2023 Partner Award for Transformative Telecommunications Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has been awarded the 2023 Google Cloud Industry Solution Technology Partner of the Year Award for Telecommunications. The recognition stems from Ericsson’s innovative integration of its 5G portfolio with Google Cloud technology. The collaboration between Ericsson and … Read the full press release

Efterklang’s Sound Design for NOFO Hotel & Wine Bar Earns Coveted Red Dot Award

(IN BRIEF) Efterklang, a part of AFRY, has been honored for its inventive and creative utilization of sound design and audio branding. The customized sound design concept created for the NOFO Hotel & Wine Bar in Stockholm has been recognized … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Athletes Shine at World Athletics Championships, Bringing Home Multiple Medals

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University athletes have achieved remarkable success at the World Athletics Championships held in Budapest. Over nine days of intense competition, the university’s athletes secured an impressive medal tally of three golds, one silver, and two bronze medals. … Read the full press release

Indra Renews ISO 9001 Certification for Global Quality Management System

(IN BRIEF) Global technology and consulting leader Indra has successfully renewed its ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification, attesting to its adherence to the ISO 9001 standard’s requirements and high-level implementation across the organization. AENOR, the certifying body, recognized Indra’s … Read the full press release

AFRY Recognized as Nasdaq ESG Transparency Partner for Commitment to Sustainability Reporting

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has achieved certification as a Nasdaq ESG Transparency Partner for 2022, demonstrating its commitment to transparency in sharing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) information with investors. By obtaining this certification, AFRY emphasizes its dedication to sustainability as … Read the full press release

FL Technics Receives UK CAA Certification for CFM56 Engine Maintenance Services, Expands Engine Solutions Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) FL Technics, a prominent aircraft maintenance solutions company, has achieved certification from the Civil Aviation Authority of the United Kingdom (UK CAA) to expand its Part-145 maintenance capabilities to the CFM56 family of engines. This achievement complements FL … Read the full press release

TechMed Researcher Annemieke Witteveen Nominated as Finalist for New Scientist Science Talent 2023

(IN BRIEF) Assistant Professor Annemieke Witteveen, from the Biomedical Signals and Systems department at the Faculty of EEMCS (TechMed Centre), has been nominated for the prestigious New Scientist Science Talent Prize. This award highlights emerging researchers, with Witteveen and 14 … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Recognized for Exceptional Internationalization Efforts in Higher Education

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University has been awarded the Excellence in Internationalisation honor by the European Association for International Education (EAIE). This prestigious accolade celebrates the university’s exceptional approach to integrating international research and educational opportunities, focusing on addressing societal and … Read the full press release

Русские эмигранты усиливают призывы «Я хочу, чтобы вы жили» через искусство

(КОРОТКО) Русские эмигранты, выступающие против войны, собрались в художественной резиденции «Искусство мира» при поддержке Campaigns for Humanity. Инициатива облегчает связи между художниками, пострадавшими от конфликта, и предоставляет платформу для выражения антивоенных настроений. Известные проекты включают «Дорожные знаки», кампанию уличного искусства … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Earns Top Honors in EcoVadis Sustainability Rating 2023, Leading Rail Industry with Platinum Certificate

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has achieved the highest rating in the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating 2023, receiving a platinum certificate with a score of 81 out of 100 points. This places the company in the top 1 percent of assessed companies … Read the full press release

Port of Ipswich Continues 18-Year Streak as UK’s Top Agricultural Export Port

(IN BRIEF) For the 18th consecutive year, ABP’s Port of Ipswich has maintained its position as the leading export port for agricultural products in the UK, surpassing other major ports like London, Bristol, and Great Yarmouth. The recently published UK … Read the full press release

Port of Newport Maintains Dominance as Leading UK Steel Port for Seventh Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Newport, part of Associated British Ports (ABP), has retained its position as the UK’s premier steel port for the seventh consecutive year. Recent statistics from the UK Department for Transport’s Port Freight Annual Statistics for … Read the full press release

Ericsson Recognized as Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion in The Disability Equality Index®

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson, a global telecommunications company, has been named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” in The Disability Equality Index® (DEI), a benchmarking tool measuring disability workplace inclusion. The DEI is a collaboration between the American Association … Read the full press release

Russian Emigrés Amplify Pleas of “I Want You to Live” through Art

(IN BRIEF) Russian emigrants opposing war have come together in the “Art of Peace” artist residency, backed by Campaigns for Humanity. This initiative facilitates connections among conflict-affected artists, providing a platform for expressing anti-war sentiments. Notable projects include “Road Signs,” … Read the full press release

University of Leicester Achieves High Marks in National Student Survey for Organization and Student Voice, Recognizing Clear Communication and Partnership

(IN BRIEF) The University of Leicester has received positive results in this year’s National Student Survey (NSS), particularly excelling in questions related to “Organisation and Management” and “Student Voice.” In the “Organisation and Management” category, the university ranked within the … Read the full press release

University of Dundee’s Summer Research Placements Showcase Achievements in Annual Symposium

(IN BRIEF) The University of Dundee’s annual Vacation Scholarship Symposium celebrated the achievements of undergraduate students who gained real research experience through summer placements in research laboratories. A total of 53 students from Dundee and beyond participated, working in laboratories … Read the full press release