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GTT Receives Order for Tank Design of Two LNG Carriers

(IN BRIEF) GTT, a global leader in the design of membrane containment systems for the maritime transportation and storage of liquefied natural gas (LNG), has received an order from Dalian Shipbuilding Industry & Co to design the tanks for two … Read the full press release

UKRI Funds Innovative Projects to Drive Sustainability in Plastics

(IN BRIEF) UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced £6 million in funding for five new projects aimed at achieving a significant shift towards sustainable plastics. Led by UK universities, these multidisciplinary projects will focus on easier recycling of multilayer … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Additional Shares as Part of €1.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced that it repurchased 1,639,985 shares during the week of July 3-7, 2023, as part of its €1.5 billion share buyback program. The average price per share was €12.45, resulting in a total amount of €20,418,895.26. … Read the full press release

UK Card Spending Shows Growth in June, but Concerns Remain Over Inflation and Shrinkflation

(IN BRIEF) Consumer card spending in the UK showed a year-on-year growth of 5.4% in June, driven by warm weather and increased socializing at pubs and bars. Spending on groceries surged by 9.5%, although shoppers remain concerned about “shrinkflation” and … Read the full press release

Orange Jordan Launches 5G Services, Accelerating Digital Transformation in Jordan

(IN BRIEF) Orange Jordan has launched its 5G services in various areas of Amman and Irbid, extending its 5G journey that began with a pilot in November 2022. The launch was announced by CEO Philippe Mansour during a press conference, … Read the full press release

LSEG Partners with IndusInd Bank to Drive Digital Transformation in Banking

(IN BRIEF) LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) has entered into a long-term agreement with IndusInd Bank, one of India’s largest private sector banks, to support its digital transformation strategy. The partnership will provide IndusInd Bank with access to LSEG’s data … Read the full press release

Iberdrola and Vodafone Sign Clean Energy Agreements to Advance Net-Zero Journey

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and Vodafone have signed new clean energy power purchase agreements (PPAs) in Spain, Portugal, and Germany. The agreements will see Iberdrola provide Vodafone with 410 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean solar energy annually, supporting Vodafone’s net-zero goals and … Read the full press release

BASF Shanghai Coatings Sites and Resin Plant Transition to 100% Renewable Energy, Advancing Sustainability Goals

(IN BRIEF) BASF Shanghai Coatings sites and BASF Coatings’ resin plant in Shanghai have announced their transition to 100% renewable energy usage in 2023. This move aligns with BASF Coatings’ global sustainability targets and contributes to carbon reduction efforts. Through … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom and YellowFox Digitize Modschiedler Group’s Fleet and Logistics Processes for Sustainable and Efficient Operations

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom and YellowFox are partnering to digitize the fleet and logistics processes of the Modschiedler Group. The solution includes digital order management, a truck route planner, and the “YellowFleetApp” for transport handling and route planning. Connected trackers … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Secures £280m Orders for Munitions from UK Ministry of Defence, Creating 200 Jobs

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has received new orders worth £280 million from the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) for the supply of munitions. The orders, with a potential value of over £400 million, will lead to the creation of over … Read the full press release

Siemens Smart Infrastructure Ranked Among Top Providers for Security Software in Smart Buildings by Verdantix

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Smart Infrastructure has been recognized as one of the leading providers of security software in smart buildings by industry analyst firm Verdantix. In their “Green Quadrant: Integrated Smart Building Security Software 2023” report, Verdantix evaluated and ranked … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Awarded Long-Term Service Contract by Alpha Trains for Vectron Locomotives

(IN BRIEF) Alpha Trains, a leading European locomotive and trains lessor, has awarded Siemens Mobility a long-term service and maintenance contract for its Vectron locomotives. The 15-year contract includes complete maintenance and revisions at Siemens Rail Service Center in Munich-Allach. … Read the full press release

Eni and Industry Partners Outline Strategy for Decarbonizing Maritime Sector in ‘The Route to Net Zero’ Document

(IN BRIEF) Eni, in collaboration with industry partners and associations, has presented a strategic orientation document titled “The route to net zero. Decarbonizing the maritime sector.” The document was developed by 40 experts and focuses on analyzing the technological evolution … Read the full press release

EBRD Provides US$110 Million Loan to QNB Finansbank for Post-Earthquake Recovery in Turkey

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a loan of US$110 million to QNB Finansbank in Turkey. The loan is part of the EBRD’s Türkiye Disaster Response Framework, launched after the devastating earthquakes in February. … Read the full press release

EBRD and EU Provide Financing to Spark Digital Transformation in Bosnia and Herzegovina SMEs

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are providing new financing to Sparkasse Bank in Bosnia and Herzegovina to support digital transformation investments by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The EBRD has … Read the full press release

Improved Cross-Border Connections: European Commission and EIB Advocate European Track Gauge Implementation

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by the European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) suggests that implementing the European track gauge on lines to Lviv and Chișinău would be a crucial first step in enhancing connections between Poland and … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Expands Presence in Mauritania through Collaboration with BMI to Support SMEs and Mid-Caps

(IN BRIEF) Banque Mauritanienne de l’Investissement (BMI) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have signed a memorandum of understanding to provide support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps in Mauritania. The partnership, under the new 2023-2027 agreement between … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures €1.9 Billion Contract to Supply Caracal Airmobile Platforms to German and Dutch Armed Forces

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a multiyear framework contract by the German and Dutch armed forces to supply up to 3,058 Caracal airmobile platforms, with a total value of up to €1.9 billion. The contract includes 2,054 vehicles for … Read the full press release

Continental Introduces Smart Tires to Drive Fleet Digitalization and Enhance Urban Public Transportation

(IN BRIEF) Continental, a tire manufacturer, is equipping its entire Conti Urban tire family with latest-generation sensors, making it the first manufacturer to offer a complete range of tires with sensors. The smart tires, including the Conti Urban HA3, Conti … Read the full press release

Emerging Asia to Drive Global Economic Growth, Swiss Re Report Finds

(IN BRIEF) Swiss Re Institute’s latest sigma report highlights that emerging Asia, led by the reopening of China’s economy, is expected to be the main driver of global economic growth in the coming years. The report forecasts a growth rate … Read the full press release