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Capgemini Facilitates Auto Club Group’s Successful Migration to Google Cloud, Unlocking Cost Savings and Enhanced Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Paris-based Capgemini has announced its successful collaboration with the Auto Club Group (ACG) in migrating its core insurance processing applications to Google Cloud. This strategic move enables ACG to simplify its IT infrastructure, optimize operations, and improve application … Read the full press release

Leadership Changes Announced in Merck Family Board Elections

(IN BRIEF) E. Merck KG, representing the Merck family’s interests in Merck KGaA, has disclosed the results of its regular board elections. Johannes Baillou, with 30 years of board experience at E. Merck KG, has been elected as Chairman of … Read the full press release

Merck Launches Digital Hub in Singapore to Drive Healthcare and Semiconductor Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Merck, a leading science and technology company, has inaugurated the Merck Digital Hub in Singapore, its first digital hub outside of the US and Europe. Supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), the hub aims to accelerate … Read the full press release

Holcim Announces Intent to List North American Business, Creating Leading Building Solutions Company

(IN BRIEF) Holcim plans to list its North American business in the US, creating a leading pure-play building solutions company. The listed business aims to focus on long-term growth in the North American market and unlock value for stakeholders. Jan … Read the full press release

AFRY and WSP Collaborate on Transformative North Bothnia Line Railway Plan in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) The Swedish Transport Administration has enlisted the services of AFRY and WSP to develop a railway plan for the Skellefteå – Degerbyn section of the North Bothnia Line, a significant 270-kilometer coastal railway project connecting Umeå and Luleå. … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Secures €250 Million Financing from EIB to Boost Sustainable Investments for Dutch Businesses

(IN BRIEF) ABN AMRO has successfully secured €250 million in financing from the European Investment Bank (EIB), which will be matched by the bank itself, resulting in a total of €500 million in new loans available to Dutch businesses. This … Read the full press release

Ericsson Names Chafic Nassif as Head of Market Area North East Asia and Senior Vice President

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson, the global telecommunications technology company, has appointed Chafic Nassif as its new Head of Market Area North East Asia and Senior Vice President. Currently leading Ericsson’s Customer Unit Latin America North, Nassif will succeed Chris Houghton, who … Read the full press release

LEGO House Introduces Interactive ‘Build the Change’ Experience Promoting Sustainability Through Play

(IN BRIEF) LEGO House in Billund, Denmark, has launched a new experience in collaboration with the LEGO Group’s ‘Build the Change’ initiative, commencing the 2024 season with an innovative twist. This interactive activity, developed over a year, aims to engage … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Successfully Acquires 266,213 Shares in Share Repurchase Program

(IN BRIEF) On January 26, 2024, Outokumpu successfully concluded its share repurchase program, acquiring a total of 266,213 of its own shares across various trading venues, with a total cost of EUR 1,073,521.31. This initiative, which began following the announcement … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ and Softys Peru Unveil Groundbreaking Hybrid Yankee Hood Heating System for Sustainable Tissue Production

(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ and tissue producer Softys Peru have joined forces to create an innovative hybrid Yankee hood heating system, marking an industry-first achievement. This system allows for a flexible combination of electric and natural gas heating, … Read the full press release

EIB Backs Installation of Over 8,400 EV Charging Stations in Eastern Europe to Boost Clean Mobility

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed a €40 million loan to Eldrive Holding GmbH, based in Austria, to establish 8,472 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Bulgaria, Lithuania, and Romania over the next three years. This project … Read the full press release

Ericsson Secures €420 Million EIB Funding for 5G Technology Development and Energy Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has inked two funding agreements with the European Investment Bank (EIB) totaling €420 million, with an initial disbursement of €250 million in December 2023. These loans will bolster Ericsson’s financial position and support its research, development, and … Read the full press release

Boels Rental Secures €100 Million EIB Financing to Electrify Rental Machinery and Promote Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Boels Rental has entered into a €100 million lending agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance its decarbonization efforts in the rental machinery and equipment sector. This partnership is expected to serve as a model for … Read the full press release

Sanofi’s Dupixent Receives FDA Approval for Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Treatment

(IN BRIEF) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for Dupixent® (dupilumab) to treat pediatric patients aged 1 to 11 years, weighing at least 15 kg, who suffer from eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Dupixent is now the first … Read the full press release

Fortum Initiates Change Negotiations Amidst Efficiency Program, Anticipating Possible Job Reductions

(IN BRIEF) Fortum’s efficiency program, launched in November 2023, has prompted discussions regarding potential job reductions within the Fortum Consumer Solutions business unit and the IT unit. Approximately 1,080 employees across Finland, Sweden, Norway, and the IT unit in Poland … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Share Repurchase Program: Secures 34,800 of Its Own Shares

(IN BRIEF) On January 25, 2024, Outokumpu concluded its share repurchases, acquiring its own shares across various trading venues. The total cost amounted to EUR 140,695.46 for a total of 34,800 shares, with weighted average prices per share rounded to … Read the full press release

Guangdong Hengan Paper Co. Boosts Production with Two New High-Speed Tissue Machines

(IN BRIEF) Guangdong Hengan Paper Co., Ltd. has successfully initiated operations of two cutting-edge ANDRITZ PrimeLine tissue machines at its Yunfu mill in Guangdong, China. With these additions, Hengan now operates a total of 15 ANDRITZ tissue machines. The PrimeLineCOMPACT … Read the full press release

Ørsted Repositions Skipjack Wind Project for Future Opportunities Amid Challenging Market Conditions

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has announced its decision to reposition the Skipjack Wind project, a combined 966 MW offshore wind project off the coast of the Delmarva peninsula in the US, to explore future offtake opportunities. In consultation with the State … Read the full press release

Leadec Strengthens Green Factory Solutions with Coventry Sustainability Hub

(IN BRIEF) Leadec, a global service specialist for factory lifecycle management, is enhancing its Green Factory Solutions with the introduction of a new Sustainability, Environmental, and Waste Services Green Hub in Coventry, UK. This expansion aims to bolster the company’s … Read the full press release

bp and Equinor Restructure Ownership in US Offshore Wind Projects to Optimize Development Strategies

(IN BRIEF) bp and Equinor have entered into an agreement to restructure the ownership of their joint US offshore wind projects, resulting in bp acquiring Equinor’s 50% stake in the Beacon Wind 1 and 2 projects, while Equinor takes ownership … Read the full press release