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Qkera, a TUM Spin-Off, Advances Solid-State Battery Technology for Greener Electromobility and Electronics

(IN BRIEF) Qkera, a TUM spin-off, has developed advanced electrolyte components for solid-state batteries, aiming to improve energy density and stability while reducing costs. The start-up has already made significant progress and was recently named one of the top 25 … Read the full press release

Henkel, Covestro, and Quad Industries Unite to Showcase Next-Gen Medical Wearables with Printed Electronics at MEDICA

(IN BRIEF) Henkel, Covestro, and Quad Industries have joined forces to drive innovation in healthcare wearables through advanced printed electronics. This partnership, showcased at MEDICA, will present a new ECG patch for continuous monitoring, leveraging Henkel’s inks, Covestro’s TPU substrates, … Read the full press release

FedEx Express Swiss Post Expands Swiss Operations with New Gossau Facility to Boost Capacity and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) FedEx Express Swiss Post is set to open a new facility in Gossau, Switzerland, by Autumn 2025, consolidating operations from two other sites to increase capacity for growing shipment volumes, particularly in e-commerce. The facility will feature enhanced … Read the full press release

Ericsson Unveils Innovations in Open Networks and APIs at Silicon Valley’s D-15 Innovation Center

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson showcased its D-15 Innovation Center to analysts and industry partners, highlighting advancements in open, programmable networks and the value of network APIs, which could generate billions in new opportunities. The event emphasized Ericsson’s role at the heart … Read the full press release

KUKA Unveils New Digital Division and ‘mosaixx’ Platform to Power Industrial Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) KUKA has launched a new digital division focused on industrial digitalization, unveiling its mosaixx cloud platform and comprehensive software offerings at an event in Augsburg. The platform, geared towards seamless production and project collaboration, is set to expand … Read the full press release

Tezspire Shows Promise in Reducing Nasal Polyp Symptoms in Phase III Trial for Chronic Rhinosinusitis

(IN BRIEF) A Phase III trial of Tezspire (tezepelumab) by AstraZeneca and Amgen has shown significant benefits for patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), reducing both nasal polyp size and congestion compared to a placebo. The WAYPOINT trial … Read the full press release

Fincantieri and Crystal Partner on Luxury Cruise Ship with Focus on Eco-Friendly Innovation and Personalized Service

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri and Crystal have finalized a major agreement for a new luxury cruise ship, designed to accommodate approximately 690 passengers with all-suite, high-end accommodations, including solo traveler options. This 61,800-ton vessel will feature premium interiors and a high … Read the full press release

Stora Enso Sells Sunila Site to AALTO Development, Paving Way for Sustainable Energy Innovation Hub

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has sold the real estate of its Sunila site in Kotka, Finland, to AALTO Development Oy, a Finnish company known for its focus on quality architecture and urban planning. Stora Enso will remain as a tenant, … Read the full press release

Northwest Territories Diamond Mines Unite to Auction Unique Pendant for Local Families in Need

(IN BRIEF) The Northwest Territories’ three diamond mines—Diavik, Gahcho Kué, and Ekati—have created a one-of-a-kind pendant with diamonds from each mine, set in a Northern-inspired caribou antler design. This unique pendant, valued at over C$12,000, will be auctioned at the … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong to Certify High-Voltage EV Maintenance Workshops Under New EMSD Scheme

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong (TRHK) has been appointed as an official Third-Party Certification Body for “Type H” EV maintenance workshops under a new EMSD initiative in Hong Kong. This addition to the Voluntary Registration Scheme for Vehicle Maintenance … Read the full press release

Liiga and Neste Team Up to Cut Emissions with Renewable Diesel for Hockey Season Travel

(IN BRIEF) Neste and Finland’s ice hockey league, Liiga, have partnered to use Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ for team bus travel during the 2024–2025 season, reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 6,400 tons—equivalent to the annual carbon footprint of 500-600 Finns. … Read the full press release

Boralex and Saint-Gobain Sign 20-Year Agreement to Power French Operations with Renewable Energy

(IN BRIEF) Boralex and Saint-Gobain have signed a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to supply renewable energy from three Boralex power plants in France, consisting of two solar plants and one wind farm. Set to begin operations between 2026 and … Read the full press release

FrieslandCampina Launches Pilot to Curb Methane Emissions with Innovative Manure Additive in Dutch and German Dairy Farms

(IN BRIEF) FrieslandCampina, in partnership with Agrifirm, Agravis, and Alzchem, has initiated a pilot program using the manure additive Eminex to reduce methane emissions during manure storage. Ten dairy farmers in the Netherlands and Germany are testing Eminex to explore … Read the full press release

FrieslandCampina Climbs to Second in Global Nutrition Index, Advancing Access to Affordable, Nutritious Dairy Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) FrieslandCampina has risen to the second position on the Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi) Global Index, reflecting its dedication to combating malnutrition and improving access to nutritious, affordable dairy products worldwide. The company is recognized for its transparent … Read the full press release

Iberdrola and Acciaierie Venete Sign PPA to Boost Green Energy and Decarbonize Steel Production in Italy

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and Acciaierie Venete Spa have signed a multi-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to supply 12MW of green energy from an Iberdrola photovoltaic plant under construction. This partnership will help reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 6,960 tonnes per … Read the full press release

SGS to Lead Decarbonization Panel at COP29, Focusing on Practical Solutions for Business Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) SGS will participate in COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, where it will lead a panel discussion titled “Decarbonization Agenda for Businesses: Challenges and Practical Solutions” on November 14. The session will gather experts in energy transition to examine the … Read the full press release

European Research Collaboration by Merck and Intel Pioneers AI-Driven Sustainability in Semiconductor Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Merck and Intel have launched a collaborative academic research initiative in Europe, bringing together eleven institutions from six countries. The program focuses on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make semiconductor manufacturing more sustainable, with research projects dedicated to … Read the full press release

Evonik Unveils Sustainable Feed Innovations and Carbon Footprint Reductions at Eurotier 2024

(IN BRIEF) Evonik is using the Eurotier 2024 event to highlight its sustainable contributions to animal protein production through innovative feed ingredients and feeding concepts. By sharing life cycle assessments for products such as Ecobiol® and GuanAMINO®, and publishing the … Read the full press release

Germany Emerges as Top European Hub for International Researchers and Students, Says DAAD Report

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has published new findings highlighting Germany’s growing appeal as a top destination for international academics and students, second only to the United States. In 2021, Germany hosted over 75,000 international researchers, surpassing … Read the full press release

Schroders Capital and Hannover Re Win Award for Pioneering Tokenisation of Insurance-Linked Securities

(IN BRIEF) Schroders Capital’s Insurance-Linked Securities team received the Best Decentralised Finance (DeFi) Initiative award at the 2024 Digital Assets Awards for its innovative tokenisation pilot. In partnership with Hannover Re, the pilot demonstrated how reinsurance contracts can be tokenised … Read the full press release