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Swisscom confirmed as Switzerland’s top mobile and fixed-line network with “outstanding” rating

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom has set a new record in the connect mobile network test, scoring 983 points — the highest result ever achieved not only in Switzerland but also compared with Germany and Austria. The company has now secured first … Read the full press release

Novonesis launches Quara® Supreme to reduce oil-processing losses with drop-in enzymatic degumming

(IN BRIEF) Novonesis has launched Quara® Supreme, a thermostable enzymatic water-degumming solution developed to improve crude vegetable oil yield without generating free fatty acids. The biosolution enables processors to reduce typical degumming losses by as much as 2%*, while operating … Read the full press release

Hiab strengthens South American footprint with strategic purchase of ING Cranes

(IN BRIEF) Hiab has signed an agreement to acquire Brazilian crane manufacturer ING Cranes, a deal that significantly reinforces its presence in the Brazilian loader crane market. ING Cranes, founded in 2010 and generating about EUR 50 million in 2024 … Read the full press release

Industry alliance advances recyclable boat composites with recognition at METSTRADE and Paris Boat Show

(IN BRIEF) The Circular Alliance for Composite Recycling — comprising Arkema, Groupe Beneteau, Veolia, Composite Recycling, Owens Corning and Chomarat — has won the Sustainability Project of the Year award at METSTRADE 2025. Central to the project is Arkema’s Elium® … Read the full press release

European freight electrification accelerates with new megawatt-enabled HDV charging rollout

(IN BRIEF) E.ON, Voltix and GreenWay will deploy one of Europe’s largest megawatt-charging networks for electric trucks following approval of a €70.3 million EU grant. The HDV-E project will see around 330 MCS-compatible charging points installed across 55 logistics hubs … Read the full press release

BASF boosts coatings innovation, efficiency and CO₂ savings with fully digital Lean Lab concept in Germany

(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has inaugurated its new Lean Lab in Wuerzburg, Germany, bringing a digitally optimized laboratory model to one of its key European coating facilities. The new setup focuses on waterborne basecoat development for automotive OEM clients and … Read the full press release

BASF enhances coatings performance market with localized production of high-end CFRP dispersants in Nanjing, China

(IN BRIEF) BASF has begun commercial operation of a new dispersants production line at its Nanjing site, enabling domestic manufacturing of high-performance CFRP-based dispersants used in advanced coatings, inks and composite applications. The investment increases global capacity in coordination with … Read the full press release

After Years of Litigation, Bucharest Appeal Court Acquits Digi Romania in Romanian National Anticorruption Directorate Case and Lifts Earlier Asset Seizure Rulings

Digi Romania was acquitted in 2025 after the court ruled the alleged offences did not exist. Asset seizure measures imposed earlier in the case have been lifted. A 2019 decision had previously convicted the company and related parties. In 2021, … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom to broaden Disney+ access with regional bundles and enhanced platform integration

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom Group is expanding its partnership with Disney+, beginning today with Magyar Telekom in Hungary and extending to several European markets in 2026. The collaboration introduces new bundle options and deeper platform integration, giving customers increased choice … Read the full press release

German-funded 6G-TakeOff initiative strengthens groundwork for non-terrestrial network standardization and roll-out

(IN BRIEF) The 6G-TakeOff research programme has concluded after three years, presenting breakthroughs in 3D networking — future architectures that integrate ground-based, aerial and satellite systems within a unified 6G framework. Funded by the German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology … Read the full press release

ENCS strengthens EU energy resilience with addition of Slovenia’s ELES

(IN BRIEF) ENCS has welcomed ELES, Slovenia’s national transmission system operator, into its membership network, strengthening a collaborative approach to securing Europe’s electricity grid. The partnership provides ELES with access to ENCS’s shared cyber intelligence, technical expertise, training and operational … Read the full press release

Adecco reveals roadmap for hybrid workforce innovation powered by AI and digital platforms

(IN BRIEF) The Adecco Group will spotlight its long-term strategy to build an agility advantage across its talent and technology offerings during Capital Markets Day in London, outlining how organisations can thrive amid demographic change and the rise of AI-enabled … Read the full press release

CANCOM Enhances Multi-Cloud Offering with STACKIT, Providing High-Security European Cloud Infrastructure for Sensitive Data

(IN BRIEF) CANCOM has expanded its Cloud Marketplace by adding STACKIT, a fully European cloud platform hosted in Germany and Austria that delivers high levels of data sovereignty, security and regulatory compliance. STACKIT provides a genuine alternative to global hyperscalers … Read the full press release

EIF Strengthens European Cleantech Growth with €70 Million Investment in Alantra’s Klima2 Energy Transition Fund

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund has committed €70 million to Alantra’s Klima Energy Fund II, a growth-stage investment vehicle focused on scaling cleantech companies essential to Europe’s energy transition. Building on the successful track record of Klima1, the new … Read the full press release

Bilfinger to Support Emarat and Emdad with End-to-End Engineering for Critical Jet-Fuel Link to the World’s Future Largest Airport

(IN BRIEF) Bilfinger has been appointed by Emdad Aviation Fuel Storage FZCO, an affiliate of Emarat, to deliver complete engineering and design services for a new jet-fuel pipeline that will connect Dubai’s harbor-based Emdad terminal with the expanding Al Maktoum … Read the full press release

GEA Strengthens Freeze-Drying Efficiency with Independently Validated ECO Mode and Resource-Saving Technologies

(IN BRIEF) GEA has launched the LYOVAC®ECO mode to significantly reduce the energy consumption of pharmaceutical freeze-drying systems, achieving validated savings of about 20 percent. The feature improves efficiency by dynamically adjusting condenser temperature and plate valve settings without affecting … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Supports Ebeling’s Expansion as the German Logistics Leader Embraces Modern and Electric Transport

(IN BRIEF) Ebeling, one of northern Germany’s long-established logistics companies, has grown from a small regional hauler into a major European transport provider while maintaining a decades-long partnership with Mercedes-Benz Trucks. Since purchasing its first Mercedes-Benz truck in 1969, the … Read the full press release

Schroders Appoints Dan Morris as Head of Investment to Accelerate Innovation and Scalable Client Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Schroders has appointed Dan Morris as its new Head of Investment, marking a strategic move to strengthen its innovation efforts and expand tailored client solutions across Public Markets. Morris, who previously worked at Schroders and most recently served … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval and Hanwha Ocean Ecotech Strengthen Collaboration to Advance Ammonia Fuel Systems for Dual-Fuel Vessels

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval Korea Ltd. has signed an MOU with Hanwha Ocean Ecotech to advance the development of safe and reliable ammonia fuel system solutions for dual-fuel vessels, reinforcing their shared commitment to low-carbon marine technologies. The partnership combines … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces Bucharest Court of Appeal issued a first instance decision acquitting Digi Romania S.A., its current and former directors, as well as the other parties involved in the criminal case which was the subject matter of the investigation conducted by the Romanian National Anticorruption Directorate

(IN BRIEF) The Company reports that on 25 November 2025, the Bucharest Court of Appeal acquitted Digi Romania S.A., its current and former directors, and all other defendants in a long-running criminal case investigated by Romania’s National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA). … Read the full press release