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Emma Crystal Appointed CEO of NatWest Group’s Wealth Businesses, Including Coutts, in Strategic Move

(IN BRIEF) NatWest Group has announced the appointment of Emma Crystal as the new CEO of its Wealth Businesses, which include Coutts, pending regulatory approval. With a background in Investment Banking at Deutsche Bank and extensive experience in Wealth Management … Read the full press release

RWE and PPC Partner to Propel Greek Energy Transition with Massive Solar Projects

(IN BRIEF) RWE and PPC, in collaboration through their joint venture company Meton Energy S.A., are accelerating Greece’s energy transition by investing in solar projects with a collective capacity of nearly 1 gigawatt. The final investment decision has been made … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech UK&I Partners with CrowdStrike to Enhance Managed Detection and Response Service

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech UK&I has entered into a strategic partnership with CrowdStrike to bolster its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service, combining CrowdStrike’s advanced AI-native technology with Telefónica Tech’s security expertise. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive cybersecurity protection … Read the full press release

DHL Trials Hydrogen-Powered Trucks for Sustainable Freight Transport in Germany

(IN BRIEF) DHL Freight, in collaboration with Post & Parcel Germany, has initiated a one-year pilot project deploying hydrogen-powered trucks manufactured by Paul Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH at its Cologne location. These trucks, based on the Mercedes-Benz Atego, mark DHL’s commitment to … Read the full press release

Vodafone’s Stuart Perkins Recognized with Cisco Cyber Security Defender Award 2024

(IN BRIEF) Stuart Perkins of the Vodafone Cyber Prevent team has been honored with the Cisco Cyber Security Defender Award 2024 in the EMEA region for his exceptional contributions to cybersecurity. Stuart’s journey from a background in RAF engineering to … Read the full press release

Generali Partners with TCC to Establish Generali Convention Center Trieste

(IN BRIEF) Generali and TCC-Trieste Convention Center have announced a three-year agreement naming the largest multifunctional convention center in northeastern Italy as the Generali Convention Center Trieste. This partnership reflects Generali’s commitment to fostering Trieste’s growth potential by supporting the … Read the full press release

EIB and Terna Seal €500 Million Deal for Tyrrhenian Link Renewable Energy Project

(IN BRIEF) During the EIB Forum in Luxembourg, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Terna signed a €500 million financing contract, marking the final tranche of the €1.9 billion financing for the Tyrrhenian Link project. This submarine electricity cable, spanning … Read the full press release

EIB and Sciences Po Renew Partnership for Sustainable Development and Climate Transition

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB), recognized as the EU’s climate bank, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainable finance and climate dialogue by renewing its support for the Sciences Po European Chair for Sustainable Development and Climate Transition. … Read the full press release

EU Private Sector Women Launch Network to Drive Climate Action

(IN BRIEF) In a proactive move towards advancing the green transition and fostering climate resilience, women leaders from the EU private sector have inaugurated the Women Climate Leaders Network, hosted by the European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group). With the … Read the full press release

Lensa, един от най-ценените търговци на оптика в Румъния, пристига в България. Първият шоурум е открит в София

(НАКРАТКО) Lensa, известен търговец на оптика в Румъния, разширява присъствието си в региона, откривайки първия си магазин в България, конкретно в София. Магазинът предлага широка гама от очила и слънчеви очила на водещи марки, като Ray Ban, Police, Furla и … Read the full press release

EY Report Highlights Consumer Fatigue and Need for Holistic Approach in Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) According to the latest ‘Energy Transition Consumer Insights’ report by EY, consumer action will be pivotal in driving the success of the energy transition. However, findings reveal that consumer fatigue is on the rise, with 70% indicating reluctance … Read the full press release

Ericsson Joins OpenAirInterface Alliance to Advance Open RAN and 6G Development

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has announced its strategic membership in the OpenAirInterface Software Alliance (OSA), signaling a commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation within the Open RAN ecosystem. The OSA, known for its dedication to community-driven open-source software development, welcomes Ericsson’s … Read the full press release

Unilever Reports Full Year 2023 Results: Focus on Sustainability and Growth Action Plan

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced its financial results for the full year 2023, revealing an underlying sales growth of 7.0% driven by positive volumes. Despite challenges such as adverse currency impacts and net disposals, the company achieved a turnover of … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Implements Cutting-Edge Truck Tolling System in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom achieves a significant milestone with the successful installation of an advanced truck tolling system in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, part of the United Arab Emirates. Replacing the previous plaza-based tolling system, the new multi-lane … Read the full press release

DNV Releases Major Update to Standard DNV-ST-N001, Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Offshore Marine Operations

(IN BRIEF) DNV unveils a substantial revision to the widely utilized standard, DNV-ST-N001, aimed at guiding the design and planning of marine operations for offshore wind farms, subsea cables, and oil and gas assets. The update, the first in five … Read the full press release

Solcast’s Satellite Irradiance Data Validated as Bankable by DNV, Enhancing Solar Energy Market Confidence

(IN BRIEF) Solcast, a DNV Company specializing in solar irradiance historical actuals and forecasting, celebrates a significant achievement as DNV validates its satellite irradiance data as bankable. With over 600 million data values per hour generated using live satellite imagery, … Read the full press release

ABP Unveils Ambitious Masterplan for Port of Newport, Paving the Way for Green Growth

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) reveals its ambitious vision for the Port of Newport, aiming to usher in a new era of sustainable growth for both the port and the city. With sustainability as a cornerstone, ABP’s plan focuses … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Energizes First Battery Project, Accelerating Global Energy Storage Pipeline

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has achieved a significant milestone by energizing the Tiln battery project, marking the commencement of its multi-gigawatt global energy storage pipeline. This initiative, which accompanies the Tiln solar project in Lincolnshire, UK, underscores the company’s dedication … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Donates €100,000 to Olena Zelenska Foundation in Support of Ukrainian War Victims

(IN BRIEF) Düsseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall has pledged a donation of 100,000 euros to the Olena Zelenska Foundation in Kyiv, supporting humanitarian efforts for victims of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. The foundation, led by Olena Zelenska, wife … Read the full press release

American Rheinmetall Vehicles and GM Defense Deliver Prototypes for U.S. Army’s Next-Gen Tactical Truck Program

(IN BRIEF) American Rheinmetall Vehicles and GM Defense have successfully delivered three prototype trucks for the initial phase of the U.S. Army’s Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Program. The program aims to replace the Army’s heavy tactical truck fleet with up … Read the full press release