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Digi Communications N.V. announces signing of the business and asset transfer agreement between DIGI Romania, Vodafone Romania, Telekom Romania Mobile Communications, and Hellenic Telecommunications Organization

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. announced that DIGI Romania has signed an agreement with OTE, Vodafone Romania, and Telekom Romania Mobile Communications. Under the deal, DIGI will acquire spectrum licences, telecom towers, and TKRM’s prepaid mobile business for €40 million, … Read the full press release

New partnership between University of Southampton and Hampshire Care Association embeds medical students in nursing homes

(IN BRIEF) The University of Southampton, in partnership with the Hampshire Care Association, has launched a pilot programme placing third-year medical students into nursing homes across Hampshire. Running from September to December 2025, the initiative provides students with practical experience … Read the full press release

Outokumpu strengthens capital markets focus with appointment of Johan Lindh as Vice President, Investor Relations

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu has appointed Johan Lindh as Vice President, Investor Relations, effective November 17, 2025. He joins from Ahlstrom, where he served as Vice President of Group Investor Relations, and previously held senior positions at UPM, Ålandsbanken, and SEB. … Read the full press release

Catalyxx and Arkema collaborate on industrial-scale bio-alcohol production for low-carbon acrylic resins

(IN BRIEF) Arkema and Catalyxx have announced a strategic partnership to develop a new value chain for bio-based acrylic resins with a lower carbon footprint. Catalyxx plans to construct an industrial facility to produce bio-alcohols such as bio n-butanol from … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies secures PSCs for LB-6, LB-11, LB-17 and LB-29 blocks offshore Liberia to expand deepwater portfolio

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has signed Production Sharing Contracts with the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Agency for four offshore exploration blocks — LB-6, LB-11, LB-17, and LB-29 — covering 12,700 square kilometers in the Liberia Basin. The work program will begin with … Read the full press release

Henkel and DHL Global Forwarding scale up Sustainable Marine Fuel to cut ocean freight emissions by 4,700 metric tons in 2025

(IN BRIEF) Henkel and DHL Global Forwarding are deepening their sustainability partnership by expanding the use of Sustainable Marine Fuel (SMF) for ocean freight under the GoGreen Plus program. Covering around 9,000 TEUs in 2025, the initiative builds on a … Read the full press release

BASF strengthens fuel additive portfolio with next-generation Keropur series for modern engine technologies

(IN BRIEF) BASF is launching its new Keropur Gasoline Performance Additive Series to meet the revised U.S. TOP TIER+™ standard, EPA Lowest Additive Concentration (LAC) requirements, and anticipated CARB approval. The flagship product, Keropur AP 225-20, will be available commercially … Read the full press release

German Ski Association to benefit from Schaeffler’s expertise in coatings and materials for international ski competitions

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler will officially become a technology partner of the German Ski Association (DSV) in September 2025, marking the start of a strategic collaboration to enhance performance in international winter sports. The partnership will concentrate on advanced materials development, … Read the full press release

LANXESS shifts Botlek production to low-emission electricity for benzoic acid and derivatives

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS has transitioned production of benzoic acid, benzaldehyde, benzyl alcohol, and sodium benzoate at its Botlek site in the Netherlands to operate fully on low-emission electricity, removing fossil fuels from the process. The move reduces the carbon footprint … Read the full press release

Prosus backs Urban Company’s $3 billion IPO on NSE and BSE, retaining long-term stake in India’s leading home services platform

(IN BRIEF) Prosus has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Urban Company after the home services platform listed on NSE and BSE at a $3 billion valuation. Prosus, an investor since 2021, retains its ~7% stake as the company enters a … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks showcases 16 vehicles from past to present at the South German Historic Commercial Vehicle Meet

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks will present 16 vehicles at the South German Historic Commercial Vehicle Meet in Sinsheim on 20–21 September 2025. The line-up includes 14 vintage models from the brand’s Classic division, such as the L 5000, Unimog, and … Read the full press release

ZEISS nominated for German Future Prize 2025 with breakthrough SMILE and VISUMAX eye surgery technology

(IN BRIEF) ZEISS Medical Technology has been nominated for the German Future Prize 2025 for its development of SMILE® with VISUMAX®, a minimally invasive laser procedure for correcting refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. The technology has been … Read the full press release

European LoRaWAN Push in Latin America

How European companies shaped Latin America’s LoRaWAN landscape—from Everynet’s Brazil Foundations to Netmore’s Network Takeover—pioneering neutral-host networks, supplying carrier-grade infrastructure, scaling platforms, and culminating in Netmore’s assumption of American Tower’s operations in Brazil. (NEWS) BRUSSELS / SÃO PAULO, 17-Sep-2025 — … Read the full press release

Luxury retail redefined: LVMH and Adyen transform global customer payment experience

(IN BRIEF) Adyen is advancing its partnership with LVMH by deploying unified payment solutions across nearly 50 Maisons worldwide, spanning fashion, hospitality, beauty, jewelry, and department stores. With more than 1,000 boutiques already rolled out, the collaboration is streamlining global … Read the full press release

New Wassa lease underscores Logicor Příšovice’s transformation from brownfield to logistics hub

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has leased the entirety of Building A at its new Příšovice logistics park to Wassa, a Czech packaging and logistics provider serving industries such as hygiene and automotive. The relocation from Liberec highlights the park’s strategic position … Read the full press release

University of St. Gallen and WWF launch SiA platform with 300 open-access sustainability teaching resources

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen, in collaboration with WWF Switzerland and the Network for Business Sustainability, has launched the Sustainability in Academia (SiA) platform, offering 300 open-access teaching materials on sustainability. Covering areas such as economics, management, finance, … Read the full press release

Continental showcases most advanced city bus tire yet at Busworld Europe with focus on e-mobility and sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Continental has unveiled the Conti Urban HA 5 NXT, its most advanced city bus tire, at Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels. Made with up to 60 percent renewable, recycled, and ISCC PLUS mass-balance-certified materials, the tire reduces rolling … Read the full press release

New SBTi-approved Scope 3 target keeps Hempel aligned with 1.5°C pathway while reflecting business transformation

(IN BRIEF) Hempel has updated its Scope 3 emissions target, which has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative, confirming its alignment with the 1.5°C climate pathway while supporting business growth. The company has shifted from a 50% absolute … Read the full press release

New BBVA Directa service leverages Iberpay’s OCT Inst rail for 24/7 instant inbound payments to Spain

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has launched a new instant payments service that allows banks outside Europe to send funds to Spain in seconds, operating 24/7/365 with real-time settlement via Iberpay’s One-Leg Out Instant Credit Transfer scheme. Through its BBVA Directa platform, … Read the full press release

GSK announces $30 billion U.S. investment to advance biopharma R&D and manufacturing with AI-powered facilities

(IN BRIEF) GSK announced a $30 billion investment plan across the United States over the next five years, expanding its research, development, and supply chain infrastructure while creating hundreds of skilled jobs. The plan includes a $1.2 billion investment unveiled … Read the full press release