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Prudence Foundation Unveils D-Tech Awards and AVPN Alliance to Accelerate Climate & Health Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential plc, has announced the return of the SAFE STEPS Disaster Tech Awards for 2025. The awards, which feature two tracks—“Climate & Health” and “Smart Resilience”—will be held on 11 June … Read the full press release

Bentley Honors Top UK Retailers with a Gala of Innovation and Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Bentley recently hosted its annual awards ceremony to celebrate the outstanding performance of its UK retail network. The event honored dealerships and retail partners for their exceptional achievements in customer service, technical support, and business growth. Alongside recognizing … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Embarks on Bold Research Journey to Decode Global Long-Term Trends

(IN BRIEF) In its latest announcement, Deutsche Bank has launched a dedicated research institute aimed at analyzing significant long-term global trends. This initiative is focused on advancing the bank’s research capabilities by examining key themes including technological innovation, sustainability, geopolitical … Read the full press release

TU Delft Unveils Breakthrough Climate and Energy Solutions at Landmark Award Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) On March 18, 2025, TU Delft will host the Best Climate Action & Energy Paper Award ceremony where nine young researchers will present breakthrough findings aimed at addressing pressing issues such as overburdened power grids, melting glaciers, and … Read the full press release

VINCI Airports Sets New Benchmark in Global ASQ Awards with Mexican Triumph and Budapest Success

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Airports has achieved significant global recognition in the ACI ASQ Awards, with four of its airports earning top honors based on passenger satisfaction. In Mexico, three international airports—Monterrey, Chihuahua, and Mazatlan, operated by OMA—won awards in all … Read the full press release

Banco Santander Fuels Social Progress with EUR 166 Million Investment in Education and Crisis Relief

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has committed EUR 166 million in 2024 to a wide array of initiatives supporting education, employability, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy, impacting five million people across its operational regions. The investment, split between EUR 104 million for … Read the full press release

Continental’s Korbach Plant Secures ISCC PLUS Certification, Paving the Way for a Sustainable Tire Future

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s Korbach tire facility in Hanover has earned the ISCC PLUS certification, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable production by rigorously documenting and tracking the use of renewable and recycled materials. By implementing a mass balance approach, the company … Read the full press release

University of Twente Team Wins First Place at WED for Sustainable Plastic Waste Solution

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente team won first place at World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development (WED) for their innovative “ManufacturingBox” project. This solution addresses plastic waste and inadequate housing by creating a self-sustaining microfactory that turns plastic waste … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Researcher Yun Bing Receives Innovate UK Award for Pioneering AI Speech Therapy Platform

(IN BRIEF) Yun Bing, a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Liverpool, has won the Innovate UK Women in Innovation Award for her AI-based speech therapy platform, Beautiful Voice. The award, which celebrates women leading in innovation, was presented by … Read the full press release

Newcastle University’s Professor Stewart Wins Blavatnik Award for Pioneering Microbiome Research in Infant Health

(IN BRIEF) Professor Christopher Stewart from Newcastle University has become the first from his institution to win the esteemed Blavatnik Award for Young Scientists in the Life Sciences category. Honored with £100,000 in unrestricted funds, he is recognized for his … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Group Unveils 2024 Sustainability Report Integrating Vitesco Merger Data, Achieves Top CDP Ratings 

(IN BRIEF) The Schaeffler Group has released its 2024 Sustainability Statement as part of its Annual Report, fully aligning with EU CSRD and ESRS standards. This marks the first time the report integrates data from the recent merger with Vitesco … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Honors Female Olympic Athletes with New Additions to the Olympic Wall

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Olympic Wall at the ACLO Sports Centre has expanded with the addition of portraits of three female athletes: Yara ten Holte (handball), Ruth Vorsselman (canoeing), and Ilse Kolkman (rowing), all of whom competed in … Read the full press release

Jerome Brouillet Wins the 2024 Sven-Simon-Award for Sports Photography

(IN BRIEF) French photographer Jerome Brouillet won the prestigious 2024 Sven-Simon-Award for his image “The Golden Moment,” which captures surfer Gabriel Medina celebrating during the 2024 Olympic Games in Teahupo’o, Tahiti. The award, which includes a €10,000 prize, is presented … Read the full press release

Valtech’s Kerry Penny Named Marketing Leader of the Year at 2024 Gartner Awards

(IN BRIEF) Kerry Penny, SVP and Global Head of Brand & Content at Valtech, has been named Marketing Leader of the Year at the 2024 Gartner Marketing & Communications Awards. She was recognized for her exceptional leadership, strategic, data-driven marketing … Read the full press release

Bentley Continental GT Triumphs with Three Prestigious Awards in Germany and Switzerland

(IN BRIEF) The fourth-generation Bentley Continental GT has been recognized with three major accolades from readers of leading publications in Germany and Switzerland. The Grand Tourer, known for its exceptional performance and luxurious craftsmanship, won top honors in the luxury … Read the full press release

MEO Recognized as Portugal’s Best in Mobile Internet for the Second Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) MEO has earned the ‘Best in Test – Mobile Internet’ recognition for the second year in a row, according to DECO PROTESTE’s QualRede app, solidifying its leadership in Portugal’s telecommunications industry. MEO outperformed its competitors in mobile internet … Read the full press release

University of East Anglia Recognizes Outstanding Contributions in Nursing with National Shortlistings

(IN BRIEF) A nursing student and two lecturers from the University of East Anglia (UEA) have been recognized in the prestigious Student Nursing Times Awards for their exceptional work in improving care for children, young people, and families. These individuals … Read the full press release

FCA Announces Winners of Research Competition to Explore Regulation’s Role in Economic Growth

(IN BRIEF) The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has revealed the six winners of its research competition, awarding up to £30,000 in funding to each project. These studies aim to deepen the understanding of how regulation can foster economic growth, with … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Earns Outstanding Rating for Apprenticeship End Point Assessments

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has earned an Outstanding rating from the Office for Students for its excellence in End Point Assessments for degree apprenticeships, particularly in the Advanced Clinical Practitioner program. This recognition underscores Warwick’s commitment to high-quality … Read the full press release

Veolia Earns Prestigious ESG Recognition with Top Scores from CDP, S&P Global, and DJSI

(IN BRIEF) Veolia has achieved significant milestones in its ESG efforts, receiving leadership-level distinctions from CDP and a Top 5% ranking in S&P Global’s 2025 Sustainability Yearbook. These accolades highlight the company’s commitment to sustainability, climate action, and water preservation, … Read the full press release