Category Archives: Belgium

Press Releases & News from Belgium distributed via EuropaWire

Safran and IndustriAll Europe Partner to Enhance Work-Life Balance for Employees with Groundbreaking Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Safran and IndustriAll Europe have signed a pioneering European framework agreement aimed at improving work-life balance for employees, with a focus on family-related issues such as parental support, workplace flexibility, caregiver assistance, and awareness programs. This initiative reflects … Read the full press release

Puratos Expands Its Reach in the Baking Industry with Acquisition of École Bellouet Conseil

(IN BRIEF) Puratos, a global leader in bakery ingredients, has acquired the renowned École Bellouet Conseil, a prestigious French bakery school based in Paris. Founded by celebrated pastry chefs G. Joël Bellouet and Jean-Michel Perruchon, the school has been a … Read the full press release

Barco and Neat Partner to Deliver Seamless Wireless Conferencing with ClickShare Certification

(IN BRIEF) Barco has partnered with Neat to enhance the flexibility and ease of use in meeting rooms. The collaboration sees the certification of Neat’s Bar 2 and Bar Pro with ClickShare, enabling seamless wireless conferencing. This integration allows users … Read the full press release

Solvay Partners with IUCN to Accelerate Biodiversity Protection and Support Global Conservation Goals

(IN BRIEF) Solvay has entered a three-year partnership with the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to enhance its biodiversity efforts and contribute to the Global Biodiversity Framework. Through the collaboration, Solvay will dedicate 30% of its permeable … Read the full press release

Baltic States Achieve Historic Electricity Grid Synchronization with Europe, Boosting Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have successfully synchronized their electricity grids with the European Continental European Network, marking a significant step in their energy independence from Russia and Belarus. This achievement, celebrated as “Energy Independence Day,” strengthens the region’s … Read the full press release

ENTSO-E Marks Successful Synchronization of Baltic States’ Electricity Grids with Continental Europe

(IN BRIEF) On February 9, 2025, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania successfully synchronized their electricity systems with Continental Europe’s electricity grid, marking a historic achievement for the Baltic States and Europe. The synchronization improves energy security and independence for the region, … Read the full press release

eVTOLUTION: Pioneering the Future of Urban Air Mobility

(IN BRIEF) The Horizon Europe project eVTOLUTION held its first public workshop, “Novel Tools for Novel Aircraft,” on February 6, 2025, at the GKN Technology Center in Bristol, UK. The event marked a significant milestone, where project partners shared initial … Read the full press release

Barco Unveils AI-Powered SmartFocus to Revolutionize Hybrid Meetings at ISE 2025

(IN BRIEF) Barco has introduced SmartFocus, an AI-driven feature designed to enhance hybrid meeting experiences by using laptop cameras to bridge the gap between in-room and remote participants. This innovation automatically switches between room and laptop cameras, optimizing both the … Read the full press release

AED Display Invests in Barco’s QDX Projectors to Enhance 4K Rental Portfolio at ISE 2025

(IN BRIEF) Barco has announced a new deal with AED Display at the ISE 2025 tradeshow, where the Belgium-based distributor has invested in 32 of Barco’s QDX projectors to expand its rental portfolio. The QDX projectors, featuring advanced 3-chip DLP … Read the full press release

Borealis Partners with Tegral Materials to Expand Polyolefin Distribution Across Key European Markets

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has signed a distribution agreement with Tegral Materials, a member of the Vinmar Group, to expand its polyolefin solutions across Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. The agreement will include Borealis’ full portfolio of polyethylene and … Read the full press release

EIB’s €230 Million Loan Supports UZ Leuven’s Infrastructure Overhaul and Research Growth in Belgium

(IN BRIEF) UZ Leuven has secured a €230 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to support its expansion and modernization efforts as part of its “Health Sciences Campus 2.0” masterplan. The funding will be used to upgrade critical … Read the full press release

Barco ClickShare Survey Reveals IT Leaders Struggling with Sustainability Goals Due to Lack of Support

(IN BRIEF) Barco ClickShare’s recent survey reveals a significant gap between IT leaders’ personal commitment to sustainability and the lack of organizational support to achieve decarbonisation goals. Despite 98% of IT leaders setting sustainability KPIs, challenges such as leadership indifference, … Read the full press release

Poland Takes Major Step Toward Offshore Wind Leadership with Baltic Power Substations Completion

(IN BRIEF) Poland is advancing its offshore wind energy ambitions with the completion of two key substations for the Baltic Power wind farm, marking the start of commercial-scale offshore wind development in the country. The project is part of a … Read the full press release

Euronext Kicks Off 2025 IPOready Programme with Record Participation from Over 160 Companies

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has launched the 2025 edition of its IPOready programme, marking a decade of supporting Europe’s fastest-growing companies. Over 160 companies from 11 European countries are participating, with technology companies making up the majority. The programme provides a … Read the full press release

Borealis and Aspiravi Forge Partnership for 120 GWh Annual Supply of Renewable Energy, Advancing Decarbonization Efforts in Belgium

(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

GEA Named Top Employer 2025 in Six Countries, Including Italy, for Excellence in HR Practices

(IN BRIEF) GEA has been awarded the “Top Employer 2025” certification in six countries, including its first recognition in Italy, and renewed certifications in Germany, Belgium, Spain, Poland, and Portugal. The award, given by the independent Top Employers Institute, acknowledges … Read the full press release

Barco Partners with AVIXA to Showcase Cutting-Edge Video Walls at ISE 2025

(IN BRIEF) Barco has partnered with AVIXA to provide its advanced video wall technology for AVIXA’s booths at major tradeshows, starting with the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) event in Barcelona. Barco’s TruePix LED video walls will be featured in the … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. Announces the release of the Financial Calendar for 2025

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. has released its 2025 Financial Calendar, available on its website. The company is a leading European telecommunications provider, with operations in Romania, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Belgium. (PRESS RELEASE) BUCHAREST, Romania, 14-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — … Read the full press release

Christian Levin Elected Chair of ACEA’s Commercial Vehicles Board for 2025

(IN BRIEF) Christian Levin, CEO of Scania, has been elected as the new Chair of ACEA’s Commercial Vehicles Board for 2025. He stressed the European truck and bus sector’s leadership in technology and its importance for the region’s competitiveness and … Read the full press release

Solvay and Hankook Partner to Develop Circular Silica for Sustainable Tire Production

(IN BRIEF) Solvay and Hankook have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop circular silica derived from biosourced and waste materials for tire production. This collaboration leverages Solvay’s expertise in silica and Hankook’s manufacturing capabilities to advance sustainable tire … Read the full press release