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Ørsted to Divest Remaining Stake in London Array Offshore Wind Farm for £717 Million

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted, a leading renewable energy company, has signed an agreement to sell its remaining 25% minority interest in the London Array Offshore Wind Farm in the UK to funds managed by Schroders Greencoat, a specialist asset manager in … Read the full press release

Terna Invests €19 Million in Underground Cable Project for Electricity Grid Upgrade in Frosinone

(IN BRIEF) Terna, an Italian company specializing in electricity transmission, is investing more than €19 million in a project to create a new underground cable and overhead power lines in the province of Frosinone. The project, authorized by the Italian … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Releases 2022 Sustainability Report, Showcasing Progress on Solar Projects and Environmental Stewardship

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, detailing the company’s sustainability strategy, progress, and achievements. The report highlights the development of 3GW of solar projects, efforts to achieve biodiversity net gain, updated greenhouse gas emission inventories, and … Read the full press release

Amey Consulting Introduces ‘ReStart’ Program to Facilitate STEM Professionals’ Return to the Workforce

(IN BRIEF) Amey Consulting, a prominent UK engineering consultancy, has launched the “ReStart” program to support qualified STEM professionals in re-entering the workforce. The 12-week paid placement opportunity is designed for individuals seeking to restart their careers or transition their … Read the full press release

Vodafone Appoints Luka Mucic as CFO and Executive Director Amidst Ongoing Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Group Plc has appointed Luka Mucic as the Chief Financial Officer and an Executive Director of Vodafone, effective from 1 September 2023. Luka Mucic’s appointment comes at a crucial time as Vodafone undergoes a transformation, and he … Read the full press release

Bentley’s Advancing Life Chances Strategy: Over 150 Grants Donated to UK Charities and Plans for Further Community Investments

(IN BRIEF) Bentley, as part of its new Advancing Life Chances (ALC) strategy, has launched a community investment programme to support charities and good causes across the UK. Through the Small Grants Programme, Bentley has already donated over 150 grants … Read the full press release

BASF’s Ultrason® P 3010 Enables Durable Milk Meter Sensors for Accurate Milk Quality Control in Smart Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s high-performance thermoplastic, Ultrason® P 3010, is being used by milkrite | InterPuls, a leading dairy equipment company, to manufacture durable milk meter sensors. These sensors are used for reliable and accurate milk quality control in the milking … Read the full press release

T-Systems Partners with IQM Quantum Computers to Offer Cloud Access to Quantum Systems for Enterprise Customers

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems has partnered with IQM Quantum Computers to offer its enterprise customers cloud access to IQM’s quantum systems. This expansion to a “multicloud” quantum landscape allows T-Systems customers to develop and train on IQM’s quantum infrastructure, potentially solving … Read the full press release

Aviva Strengthens Retail Insurance Business with Acquisition of Barclays Home Insurance Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Aviva, the leading home insurer in the UK, has entered into an agreement with Barclays UK to acquire its home insurance portfolio, which consists of 350,000 customers. The acquisition will support Aviva’s growth in the retail insurance business … Read the full press release

BAE Systems’ Ground Vehicle and Weapon Systems Network Contributes $1.9 Billion to U.S. Economy, Fosters Community Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems’ Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business released its 2022 Economic Impact Report, revealing a $1.9 billion contribution to the U.S. economy through its ground vehicle and weapon systems network. The company’s 12 sites and partnerships with over … Read the full press release

Allianz Unifies Global Commercial Insurance Business as ‘Allianz Commercial,’ Introduces New Regional Structure

Allianz Trade Study Reveals Gap Between Perceived and Actual Inflation, with Germany Experiencing Significant Disparity

(IN BRIEF) Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) and the commercial insurance businesses of local Allianz entities will now trade under the name “Allianz Commercial” as a single go-to-market business. This new global model offers insurance solutions for mid-sized businesses, … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates 20 Years of Tour de France Partnership with Electrifying Finale and Special Trophies

(IN BRIEF) The 110th Tour de France concluded with Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard winning the overall title, accompanied by a camouflaged new Superb Combi provided by Škoda Auto. The crystal trophies for the winners were created by Škoda’s design team. … Read the full press release

Joint Initiative on Circular Economy (JICE) Continues Beyond 2023 with €8.9 Billion Funding for Sustainable Projects

(IN BRIEF) The Joint Initiative on Circular Economy (JICE), led by the European Union’s largest public promotional banks and institutions, has decided to extend its efforts beyond the original time frame of 2023. Launched in 2019, JICE aims to provide … Read the full press release

EIB and Cellnex Join Forces with €315 Million Loan to Boost 5G Infrastructure and Digital Transition Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Cellnex have signed a €315 million finance contract to support the development of mobile telecoms infrastructure for 5G rollout in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Poland. The loan will unlock a total … Read the full press release

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and Romanian Authorities Seize €100,000 Worth of Toxic Products in Joint Operation

(IN BRIEF) The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) collaborated with Romanian authorities in an operation aimed at combating the illicit traffic of toxic products in Tulcea County, Romania. The joint effort resulted in the seizure of 353 liters of insecticide valued … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Receives Binding Acquisition Offer for Stenay Plant from Accursia Capital

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a global leader in sustainable specialty materials, has received a binding offer from Accursia Capital to acquire its Stenay plant in France. The offer comes after Ahlstrom launched a consultation process with employee representatives to potentially divest … Read the full press release

BASF Personal Care Shows Progress in Responsibly Active Sustainability Program

(IN BRIEF) BASF Personal Care has released the first progress report for its Responsibly Active sustainability program, focusing on its bioactives portfolio for personal care applications. The program includes commitments and action plans to protect natural resources, empower people along … Read the full press release

Aviva Secures £120m Full Scheme Buy-in, Ensuring Member Benefits and Stabilizing NTL 1999 Pension Scheme Funding

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has successfully obtained a £120 million full scheme buy-in for the NTL 1999 Pension Scheme. This agreement allows Aviva to assume the defined benefit liabilities of approximately 650 members, mitigating the investment and longevity risks associated with … Read the full press release

Versalis Publishes 2022 Sustainability Report Outlining Commitment to Carbon Neutrality

(IN BRIEF) Versalis, Eni’s chemical company, has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, highlighting its efforts to contribute to sustainable and circular models in alignment with Eni’s strategy. The report outlines Versalis’ targets for achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and emphasizes … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank and Bulgarian Development Bank Collaborate to Enhance SME Financing in Bulgaria

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Bulgarian Development Bank (BDB) have signed a €175 million loan agreement to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps in Bulgaria. The loan aims to support companies … Read the full press release