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Lenzing Invests EUR 100 Million to Upgrade Indonesian Site for Sustainable Specialty Fiber Production

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group, a leading provider of specialty fibers for textiles and nonwovens, has invested over EUR 100 million since 2021 to upgrade its Purwakarta site in Indonesia. The company aims to convert existing production capacity to specialty … Read the full press release

Wood Selected to Upgrade Power Transmission Infrastructure in Northern Scotland for Renewable Energy Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Wood has been chosen as a preferred bidder for the Scottish and Southern Electricity Network (SSEN) Transmission’s Accelerated Strategic Transmission Investment (ASTI) framework. This selection will facilitate the upgrade of onshore power transmission infrastructure in northern Scotland, supporting … Read the full press release

Early Teenage Smoking in Boys Linked to Health Risks in Future Children, Reveals University of Southampton Study

(IN BRIEF) A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Southampton and the University of Bergen reveals that boys who smoke during their early teenage years are at risk of damaging the genes of their future children. The … Read the full press release

University of Leeds Spin-Out Mimetrik Secures £2M Investment for AI-Driven Dentistry Innovations

(IN BRIEF) A spin-out company called Mimetrik from the University of Leeds has secured a £2 million seed funding round led by Northern Gritstone to accelerate the development of AI-driven dentistry products. Mimetrik, established in 2020 within the University’s Nexus … Read the full press release

Swisscom Launches New IT Security Services for Small SMEs, Bolstering Protection Against Phishing and Cyber Threats

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom has introduced two new IT security services, Secure Internet Traffic and Mail Security, aimed at providing advanced protection from phishing and enhancing cybersecurity for small SMEs. These cloud security solutions were previously available to larger enterprise customers … Read the full press release

Anna Müller to Lead Volvo Penta as President, Bringing Automotive Expertise to Volvo Group Management

(IN BRIEF) Anna Müller has been appointed as the President of Volvo Penta and will become a member of the Volvo Group management, succeeding Heléne Mellquist. Currently the Senior Vice President for the Europe North and Central Division at Volvo … Read the full press release

Volvo Autonomous Solutions Marks Industry Milestone with Safety Driver Removal in Active Mining Operation

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) has achieved an industry-first milestone by eliminating the need for a safety driver in an active commercial mining operation at Brönnöy Kalk mine in Norway. The achievement involves seven autonomous Volvo FH trucks equipped … Read the full press release

AB Volvo Witnesses Conversion of Series A Shares to Series B, Adjusting Total Registered Shares and Votes

(IN BRIEF) The conversion of 1,069 Series A shares to Series B shares in AB Volvo has altered the company’s registered share count, resulting in a total of 2,033,452,084 shares, comprising 444,986,702 Series A shares and 1,588,465,382 Series B shares, … Read the full press release

University of East Anglia and GeoAcoustics Develop AI-Enhanced Seabed Mapping System for Real-Time Data Accuracy

(IN BRIEF) A collaboration between the University of East Anglia’s (UEA) School of Computing Sciences and GeoAcoustics Ltd has led to the development of an AI-driven solution for real-time seabed mapping. Traditional sonar-based seabed mapping generates extensive data, requiring manual … Read the full press release

Children and Youth Foundation Launches TET.fi Online Service to Enhance Work Experience Opportunities for Young Job Seekers

(IN BRIEF) The Children and Youth Foundation has introduced the TET.fi online service to streamline and equalize the process for young people applying for TET (introduction to work life) opportunities. This service currently includes 500 TET positions in the Helsinki … Read the full press release

Nucleus Foundation and Verve Foundation Collaborate to Empower Women in Financial Advice Sector

(IN BRIEF) Nucleus Foundation has partnered with the Verve Foundation to sponsor and assist 10 women in the We Are Change program, which offers training and qualifications for those aspiring to enter the financial advice field. This initiative aims to … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters and KAI Move to Serial Production of Light Armed Helicopters, Deepen Collaboration in Rotorcraft Programs

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) have entered the serial production phase of the Light Armed Helicopters (LAH) after an agreement was signed. The Republic of Korea Army’s initial batch of ten LAH will be supplied by … Read the full press release

STMicroelectronics and BorgWarner Collaborate to Enhance Volvo Cars’ EV Performance with Innovative Power Module

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader, will supply BorgWarner, a sustainable mobility solutions provider, with third-generation 750V silicon carbide (SiC) power MOSFETs dice for their proprietary Viper-based power module. This module is used in BorgWarner’s traction inverter platforms for … Read the full press release

MYTILINEOS Collaborates with SKEP to Promote Disability Awareness in Attica Schools, Earns Recognition at Responsible Business Awards

(IN BRIEF) MYTILINEOS Energy & Metals has collaborated with the Association of Social Responsibility for Children and Youth (SKEP) to support the “Focus on the Person” Disability Awareness Educational Program in Attica schools during the 2022-2023 school year. The program … Read the full press release

EIB Survey Reveals Central and Eastern European Companies Prioritize Innovation Amidst Investment Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has released findings from its Investment Survey, focusing on Central and Eastern European (CEE) companies. The survey highlights that 77% of CEE companies are investing in business development, with a higher percentage investing … Read the full press release

LEGO Group’s H1 2023 Earnings Reflect Resilience Amid Toy Industry Challenges, Emphasis on Sustainability and Growth

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group reported its earnings for the first half of 2023, showcasing a one percent growth in revenue compared to H1 2022, with consumer sales growing by three percent. Despite an exceptionally strong H1 2022, the company … Read the full press release

Cologne Bonn Airport Shifts Ground Fleet to Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, Reducing Emissions and Advancing Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Cologne Bonn Airport has transitioned its diesel-powered ground fleet to Neste MY Renewable Diesel™, a renewable diesel made from 100% renewable raw materials. This switch is particularly important for vehicles that cannot be easily electrified, such as the … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Collaborates with Microsoft to Launch Secure AI Chatbot FhGenie for Employees’ Text Creation and More

(IN BRIEF) The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, in partnership with Microsoft, has introduced FhGenie, an internal AI chatbot based on Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service. FhGenie operates similarly to OpenAI’s ChatGPT and allows Fraunhofer employees to securely create, edit, or modify texts using non-public … Read the full press release

DB Schenker Advances Green Logistics Ambition with Acquisition of 53 Renault Electric Trucks in France

(IN BRIEF) DB Schenker, a prominent logistics service provider, is reinforcing its commitment to emissions reduction by investing in electric technology. The company has procured 53 Renault Trucks E-Tech D electric carriers for its operations in France. This move aligns … Read the full press release

Ericsson Supplies 5G Test Network Infrastructure to Strengthen German Telecommunications Network Security

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has provided the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) with a comprehensive 5G test network infrastructure for its 5G/6G Security Lab TEMIS (Test Environment for Mobile Infrastructure Security). This initiative aims to enhance the security of … Read the full press release