Category Archives: Belgium

Press Releases & News from Belgium distributed via EuropaWire

Natixis CIB Expands M&A Advisory Network with Strategic Investments in Tandem Capital Advisors and Emendo Capital

(IN BRIEF) Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) has expanded its M&A advisory network by making strategic investments in two European boutiques, Tandem Capital Advisors in Belgium and Emendo Capital in the Netherlands. This move aims to strengthen Natixis … Read the full press release

Barco Teams Up with Microsoft to Enhance ClickShare Solutions for Hybrid Meetings

(IN BRIEF) Barco has announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft to develop its next-generation ClickShare solutions using the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform. This platform, renowned for its security and enterprise functionalities, will enhance ClickShare’s user experience and simplicity in hybrid … Read the full press release

Barco Unveils Enhanced Control Room Solutions at InfoComm 2024

(IN BRIEF) Barco, a global leader in control room solutions, unveiled its latest innovations at InfoComm 2024 in Las Vegas. Highlights include upgraded control room software, advanced LED and LCD video walls, and partnerships with distributors WESCO and IP-Partners to … Read the full press release

Ageas Releases Insightful Whitepaper on Responsible Investing Practices

(IN BRIEF) Ageas, in collaboration with the Federation of Enterprises in Belgium (FEB), has released a new whitepaper on sustainable investing. This initiative underscores Ageas’s commitment to responsible investment practices, with a focus on environmental sustainability. The company’s ‘Impact24’ strategy, … Read the full press release

Forest Management: New tool utilizes Copernicus satellite data and advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to map, mitigate, and prevent threats to EU forests

(IN BRIEF) The Horizon Europe-funded SWIFTT project introduces a tool using Copernicus satellite data and AI to combat forest threats like insect outbreaks, wildfires, and windthrow. This innovation aims to boost productivity and cost-effectiveness for forest managers and policymakers. Forests … Read the full press release

Ageas Projects Shine in Prestigious Awards Program

(IN BRIEF) Ageas celebrates recognition in the prestigious Quorus Awards, with four of its innovative projects making it to the final rounds of this esteemed program. Among nearly 300 entries spanning 40 countries, Grupo Ageas Portugal and AKsigorta in Türkiye … Read the full press release

Bechtle Unveils Unified Identity with Merger of Belgian Entities

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle Group has consolidated its Belgian entities, including Bechtle Group BE Public and Bechtle direct NV, into a unified company, Bechtle NV, effective June 1, 2024, signaling a strategic move to enhance its position as a leading IT … Read the full press release

Belgian Air Traffic Control Enters New Era with Saab’s Digital Tower Technology

(IN BRIEF) Recently unveiled in Steenokkerzeel, Belgium, the Digital Tower Test Centre by Skeyes, the Belgian air traffic service provider, stands as a testament to technological innovation. Developed in collaboration with Saab, a pioneer in digital air traffic management technology, … Read the full press release

Frédéric de Courtois Elected President of Insurance Europe, Vows to Drive Competitive Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Frédéric de Courtois, Deputy CEO of AXA Group, has been unanimously elected as President of Insurance Europe, leading the federation of European insurance and reinsurance associations for the next three years. In his inaugural speech at the 14th … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces the agreements concluded by Digi Romania (formerly named RCS & RDS S.A.), the Romanian subsidiary of the Company

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V., a prominent European telecommunications company listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, has announced a significant preliminary agreement by its Romanian subsidiary, Digi Romania (formerly RCS & RDS S.A.). On May 27, 2024, Digi Romania signed … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures Major NATO Order for Artillery Ammunition

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall announces a significant order from a NATO customer for the supply of artillery ammunition, totaling nearly €300 million. The order includes tens of thousands of artillery shells and hundreds of thousands of propellant charge modules, with deliveries … Read the full press release

Airbus Spearheads ESA’s Vigil Mission: Enhancing Space Weather Forecasting for Earth’s Protection

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has been chosen by the European Space Agency (ESA) to lead the design and construction of the Vigil satellite, marking the inaugural operational mission in ESA’s Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Space Safety Programme (S2P). Vigil aims to … Read the full press release

IKEA Stores Transform Car Parks into Flea Markets to Promote Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) As part of the ongoing ‘Keep good things going’ campaign, IKEA Retail countries like Belgium, France, and Sweden are converting their store car parks into flea markets to encourage customers to extend the lifespan of their products. The … Read the full press release

BASF and 3B Fibreglass Collaborate to Reduce Carbon Footprint in Chemical Industry

(IN BRIEF) BASF, a global leader in the chemical industry, partners with 3B Fibreglass to advance its sustainability goals by incorporating sustainably produced glass fibers into its Ultramid® A & B compound portfolio. Utilizing green electricity in production, 3B Fibreglass … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. reports consolidated revenues and other income of EUR 447 million, adjusted EBITDA (excluding IFRS 16) of EUR 140 million for Q1 2024

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications NV reported a strong performance in Q1 2024, with consolidated revenues and other income rising by 12% year-on-year to EUR 446.7 million. The adjusted EBITDA (excluding IFRS 16 impacts) increased by 23.4% to EUR 139.9 million. … Read the full press release

Digi Communications announces the conclusion of Facilities Agreements by companies from Digi Group

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications has announced the finalization of two export credit facilities agreements totaling EUR 117,158,657.37 by RCS & RDS S.A. (its subsidiary in Romania) and Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U. The agreements aim to finance the purchase of goods … Read the full press release

REPowerEU Marks Second Anniversary with New Wind Energy Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Today marks the second anniversary of REPowerEU, the European Union’s response to Russia’s energy threat following the invasion of Ukraine. REPowerEU has significantly accelerated the deployment of wind energy across Europe, increasing its share in the electricity mix … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. Announces the convocation of the Company’s general shareholders meeting for 25 June 2024 for the approval of, among others, the 2023 Annual Report

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V., a major European telecom company, has scheduled its general shareholders meeting (GSM) for June 25, 2024, to discuss various key matters including the approval of the 2023 Annual Report and the distribution of dividends. The … Read the full press release

Digi Communications NV announces Investors Call for the presentation of the Q1 2024 Financial Results

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V., a prominent European telecommunications company, will host a conference call on May 15, 2024, at 14:00 UK time / 16:00 EEST to discuss its Q1 2024 financial results. The unaudited financial results will be published … Read the full press release

ZF Wind Power Expands Capacities in India and Partners with ABS Wind for Enhanced Service in the US

(IN BRIEF) ZF Wind Power is boosting its capacity in Coimbatore, India, from 9 to 12 GW to meet the surging global demand in the wind market, supporting the transition of over 10 million households to green energy annually. Additionally, … Read the full press release