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Siemens Honors Exceptional Inventors in Annual Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has recognized twelve outstanding inventors from various countries in its annual Inventors of the Year awards. These innovators have made significant contributions to fields such as artificial intelligence, sustainable power grids, railcar stability, and electric vehicle charging … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s ID.7 Earns Top 5-Star Safety Rating in Euro NCAP Test

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen’s new all-electric model, the ID.7, has achieved a stellar five-star safety rating in the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) safety test, solidifying its position among the highest-rated models of 2023 according to the independent European … Read the full press release

Infineon Technologies Maintains 14-Year Streak in Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG has once again secured a position in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, marking the 14th consecutive year of recognition for the company’s sustainability efforts. Elke Reichart, Member of the Board and Chief Digital … Read the full press release

DNV Receives Global Carbon Council Accreditation for GHG Emission Reduction Validation and Verification

(IN BRIEF) DNV has achieved accreditation from the Global Carbon Council (GCC) as one of 14 approved verifiers. This accreditation enables DNV to provide validation and verification services for businesses engaged in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction projects aligned with … Read the full press release

Generali Earns Top ESG Rating from MSCI and Maintains Strong Sustainability Presence in Dow Jones Indices

(IN BRIEF) Generali has reaffirmed its sustainability leadership by achieving MSCI’s highest “AAA” ESG rating, reflecting its advanced climate risk management practices and commitment to responsible investments, human capital management, and cybersecurity. The company’s continued presence in the Dow Jones … Read the full press release

BBVA Named Europe’s Most Sustainable Bank for Fourth Consecutive Year in Dow Jones Sustainability Index

(IN BRIEF) For the fourth year in a row, BBVA has been recognized as Europe’s most sustainable bank in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), a leading global sustainability ranking. The bank received a total score of 84 out of … Read the full press release

Holcim’s “Carbon2Business” Receives Recognition and Awards for Groundbreaking Carbon Capture Project at COP28

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, the global building materials company, has been honored with two prestigious awards at COP28 in Dubai for its innovative “Carbon2Business” project in Lägerdorf, Germany. The first accolade names Holcim as an “Energy Transition Changemaker,” recognizing the project’s … Read the full press release

Husqvarna Group Recognized as a Diversity Leader by Financial Times for the Third Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Husqvarna Group has been honored with the title of Diversity Leader by Financial Times for the third consecutive year, securing the 49th position among 850 European companies, a significant improvement from its 177th position in the previous year’s … Read the full press release

Plastic Omnium Awarded Special Prize for Outstanding Shareholder Relations by Le Revenu Magazine

(IN BRIEF) On December 7th, 2023, Plastic Omnium received the Jury’s Special Prize from Le Revenu magazine for its exemplary shareholder relations among SBF 120-listed companies (excluding CAC 40). The award recognizes the company’s ongoing efforts to engage with individual … Read the full press release

SHV Energy’s Glaura Kartalian Honored with Woman of the Year Award at LPG Week 2023

(IN BRIEF) Glaura Kartalian, a Management Board Member at SHV Energy, has been recognized with the Woman of the Year Award 2023 during LPG Week, the global industry’s annual flagship event. The award was presented by the Women in LPG … Read the full press release

Voith Composites Achieves UNECE R 134 Certification for Large Hydrogen Tank, Paving the Way for Zero-Emission Heavy-Duty Trucks

(IN BRIEF) Voith Composites has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining UNECE R 134 certification for its Type IV 700 bar and 350-liter hydrogen storage tank. This certification marks the first approval for a hydrogen tank of this size under … Read the full press release

Partnership of North Cumbria NHS Trust, GRAHAM, and CCL Solutions Wins Award for Collaborative Healthcare Projects

(IN BRIEF) The North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, GRAHAM, and CCL Solutions have been honored with the ICW Collaborative Working Award for their successful collaboration in delivering critical healthcare construction projects. This partnership, which implemented ISO44001 collaborative practices, … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Ranks 30th Globally in QS Sustainability Rankings 2024, Acknowledging Commitment to ESG Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has achieved a global ranking of 30th in the QS Sustainability Ranking 2024, which evaluates universities’ efforts to address Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) challenges. Exeter also secured 15th place in Europe and 10th … Read the full press release

Intesa Sanpaolo Wins Two Top Prizes at Qorus-Accenture Banking Innovation Awards

(IN BRIEF) Intesa Sanpaolo, the Italian banking group, has received two first-place awards at the Qorus-Accenture Banking Innovation Awards. The awards recognize innovations in banking on a global level. Intesa Sanpaolo won in the categories of “Neobanks & Specialized Players” … Read the full press release

Nominations Open for Axel Springer Prize for Young Journalism, Now Featuring AI-Related Categories

(IN BRIEF) The nomination phase for the Axel Springer Prize for Young Journalism, a prestigious award for young journalists in the German-speaking region, has officially begun. The prize, which is being awarded for the 33rd time, is organized by the … Read the full press release

Terna Achieves Historic Fourth Consecutive Top Spot in Webranking Europe 500 for Digital Communication Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Italian power grid operator Terna, under the leadership of Giuseppina Di Foggia, has achieved an unprecedented feat by ranking first in the 2023-2024 edition of “Webranking Europe 500,” a prestigious continental ranking that evaluates the quality and transparency … Read the full press release

Bill Martyn-Smith of Logicor Honored with ‘Rising Star’ Award at Industrial Agents Society Awards

(IN BRIEF) Bill Martyn-Smith, the UK Asset Manager at Logicor, has been recognized with the prestigious “Rising Star” award at the annual Industrial Agents Society Awards in London. This accolade is highly regarded in the industry, acknowledging outstanding achievements and … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Researcher Secures Wellcome Trust Career Development Award to Investigate Coronavirus Replication Mechanisms

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Edward Emmott, a researcher at the University of Liverpool, has received the prestigious Wellcome Trust Career Development Award, a highly competitive fellowship. This funding will support Dr. Emmott’s crucial research efforts aimed at gaining a deeper understanding … Read the full press release

Krka Receives TOP Education Management Certificate for Investment in Employee Development

(IN BRIEF) Krka, a Slovenian pharmaceutical company, has been honored with the TOP Education Management certificate at the Edutainment 2023 convention. This recognition is presented to Slovenian companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to employee education and development. Krka’s Head … Read the full press release

Swisscom Clinches 14th Connect Mobile Network Test Win with Record-Breaking Score

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom has once again secured the top spot in the connect mobile network test, earning an impressive 981 out of 1000 points, the highest score ever awarded by the consumer magazine and the umlaut measuring institute in international … Read the full press release