Category Archives: Belgium

Press Releases & News from Belgium distributed via EuropaWire

The new Toyota Avensis awarded the Euro NCAP five-star rating

Maximum 5-star rating, with 93% score for adult occupant protection Enhanced performance thanks to the standard application of Toyota Safety Sense BRUSSELS, 7-9-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — The new Toyota Avensis has been awarded the prestigious Euro NCAP five-star rating. The … Read the full press release

Lexus: new accessible Sport edition now available on CT and IS in Europe

A new accessible Sport edition will be available on CT and IS in Europe as from September Bespoke, stylish design features underline the sporty character of CT and IS CT with further personalisation through optional, two-tone roof finish BRUSSELS, 7-9-2015 … Read the full press release

NATO Secretary General Mr. Jens Stoltenberg to visit Luxembourg on 2nd September 2015

The NATO Secretary General Mr. Jens Stoltenberg will visit Luxembourg on Wednesday 2nd September 2015. BRUSSELS, 31-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Mr. Stoltenberg will have an audience with His Royal Highness Henri Grand Duke of Luxembourg. He will meet with Prime … Read the full press release

European Private Equity and Venture Capital Association: private equity and venture capital investment in Central and Eastern Europe increased by 66% in 2014

BRUSSELS, 28-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — A record 290 companies in Central and Eastern Europe received private equity and venture capital investment in 2014 as capital invested by funds across the region increased by 66% on previous year to €1.3bn, according … Read the full press release

European Commissioner Corina Cretu to attend EBN’s 2015 Annual Congress, 28-30 October in the Albert Hall, Brussels

BRUSSELS, 21-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — EBN, is delighted to announce the presence of European Commissioner Corina Cretu at its 2015 Annual Congress. Commissioner Cretu, in charge of Europe’s Regional Policy, will join 400+ delegates from over 40 countries to discuss the … Read the full press release

Voith to present its product and service competency under the motto “Driven by Efficiency” at this year’s Busworld in Kortrijk

Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany, 12-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — At this year’s Busworld in Kortrijk Voith will present its product and service competency under the motto “Driven by Efficiency”. At our booth 513 in Hall 5, we are showing the highly economical … Read the full press release

Ageas to establish a joint venture in Vietnam branded MB Ageas Life

Ageas and Muang Thai Life Assurance have signed an agreement with Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (“Military Bank”) to establish a joint venture in Vietnam, which will be branded MB Ageas Life. BRUSSELS, 10-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Under the agreement, … Read the full press release

Ageas confirms exclusive negotiations to acquire AXA’s share in its Portuguese insurance operations for EUR 190.8 million

BRUSSELS, 7-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Ageas today confirms exclusive negotiations and intention to acquire AXA’s share in its Portuguese insurance operations for a total consideration of EUR 190.8 million¹ AXA’s Portuguese operations comprise a Non-Life business (99.7% stake), a Direct/internet … Read the full press release

Bridgestone tyres selected by Daimler for the 2015 worldwide launch of the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV

Dueler H/P Sport tyre for new Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV BRUSSELS, 5-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Bridgestone tyres were selected by Daimler for the 2015 worldwide launch of the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV. The luxury mid-sized SUV leaves the factory fitted with Dueler … Read the full press release

Proximus Group reports 1.5% increase of its revenue in Q2-2015 vs the same period of 2014

Growing customer base driving solid financial performance Continued growth in underlying corerevenue, + 2.4% compared to the second quarter 2014 Underlying Group EBITDA of EUR 450 million, + 4.3% compared to the second quarter 2014 2015 full-year guidance revised upwards: … Read the full press release

Proximus will continue to broadcast the Spanish Liga from the start of this season on channel “Eleven”

BRUSSELS, 3-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Thanks to an agreement with Eleven Sports Network, Proximus will continue to broadcast the Spanish Liga from the start of this season on channel “Eleven”, to the great delight of its fans of Spanish football. … Read the full press release

Solvay to acquire 100% of U.S.-based Cytec for US$5.5 billion

Perfect fit with Solvay’s strategy focused on sustainability and value Propels Solvay to world’s second largest player in aerospace composite materials Accelerates growth of Advanced Materials with major push into composites Reinforces Advanced Formulations with the world’s number one mining … Read the full press release

Solvay to build a high volume High Purity H2O2 plant in Italy

BRUSSELS, 31-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Solvay’s GBU Special Chem has launched a partnership with one of the world’s leading electronics producers, under which Solvay will build a high volume High Purity H2O2 plant in Italy to meet the fast growing demand … Read the full press release

Solvay begins production at its new fluoroelastomers (FKM) plant in Changshu, China

BRUSSELS, 31-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Solvay has begun production at its new fluoroelastomers (FKM) plant in Changshu, China, as part of its ongoing strategic site expansion, to meet booming demand for its specialty polymers from Asia’s fast-growing automotive industry and multiple … Read the full press release

Solvay to end the production of So-dium Percarbonate in Rosignano, Italy

Brussels, 31-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Solvay announces today its intention to end the production of So-dium Percarbonate in Rosignano, Italy, by the end of the first quarter of 2016 at the latest. The main reason is the further decrease of the … Read the full press release

Cefic disappointed with the Commission’s proposals for reforming the EU Emissions Trading System

BRUSSELS, 20-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Cefic is disappointed with  the Commission’s proposals for reforming the EU Emissions Trading System, unveiled today. The European chemical industry supports combating climate change and the Commission’s ambition to transform the EU into a competitive … Read the full press release

Dexia Kommunalbank Deutschland AG and 10 other creditors filed lawsuit against HETA Asset Resolution AG to claim repayment of EUR 1 billion

Brussels, Paris, 17-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — On 15 July 2015, Dexia Kommunalbank Deutschland AG (DKD), together with a pool of 10 other creditors, filed a lawsuit against HETA Asset Resolution AG (HETA), at the Regional Court of Frankfurt/Main, claiming immediate … Read the full press release

Merck’s acquisition of Sigma-Aldrich approved by the European Commission under EU Merger Regulation

BRUSSELS, 18-6-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Commission has approved the proposed acquisition of Sigma-Aldrich by Merck under the EU Merger Regulation. Both companies are active world-wide in the life science sector. The decision is conditional on the divestment of … Read the full press release

The European Commission hosted the annual high-level meeting with religious leaders

BRUSSELS, 18-6-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Today the European Commission hosted the annual high-level meeting with religious leaders. First Vice-President Frans Timmermans hosted European Parliament Vice-President Antonio Tajani and fifteen religious leaders from Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist and Mormon communities. … Read the full press release

Energy Union: European Commission sets new High Level Group to drive forward key energy infrastructure projects in South-West Europe

Luxembourg, 18-6-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — A well-connected energy market is vital for creating an Energy Union that will ensure secure, affordable and sustainable energy for all EU citizens and businesses. Building missing cross-border links between the Iberian Peninsula and the … Read the full press release