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Indra Demonstrates Integrated Multidomain Defense Capabilities and C-UAS Systems at International Air and Space Fair

(IN BRIEF) Indra will present its latest defense and aerospace technologies at the International Air and Space Fair (FIDAE) in Santiago de Chile, showcasing solutions across air defense, counter-drone systems, UAVs, satellites, and multidomain intelligence. A key highlight is the … Read the full press release

Luxembourg Institute of Health Achieves ISO 20387 Accreditation to Strengthen Biobanking Excellence and Research Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) The Luxembourg Institute of Health has been awarded ISO 20387 accreditation for its biobanking activities by the UK Accreditation Service, following a detailed audit. The certification covers multiple operational units and a wide range of processes, including the … Read the full press release

DAAD Alumni Honoured with Germany’s Top Early-Career Research Prize Recognising Excellence in Mathematics and Political Science

(IN BRIEF) Two former DAAD-funded researchers, Dominik Schmid and Julia Schulte-Cloos, have been awarded the 2026 Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Prize by the German Research Foundation, Germany’s most prestigious award for early-career researchers. Schmid was recognised for his work in probability theory … Read the full press release

Schroders Appoints Patrick Schwyzer as Head of Client Group Europe to Strengthen Regional Client Strategy and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Schroders has appointed Patrick Schwyzer as Head of Client Group, Europe, to strengthen its leadership and enhance its client-focused strategy across the region. Bringing over 20 years of experience from UBS and Credit Suisse, Schwyzer will lead efforts … Read the full press release

Netherlands Strengthens Global Leadership in Sustainable Protein with New Funding for Cultivated Meat and Fermentation Research

(IN BRIEF) The Dutch Research Council (NWO), together with the National Growth Fund’s Cellular Agriculture programme, has awarded €4.1 million to three research projects focused on advancing cultivated meat and precision fermentation technologies. The funded initiatives—UP-CELL, MeatUp, and FungCows—address key … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group and University of Glasgow Establish Four-Year Initiative to Drive Innovation in AI-Powered Engineering

(IN BRIEF) The University of Glasgow and Lloyds Banking Group have launched a four-year research partnership to explore the use of agentic AI in software and data engineering. The collaboration will combine academic research with real-world testing, as engineering teams … Read the full press release

Research Published in European Heart Journal Shows Short Bursts of Intense Exercise Can Deliver Significant Health Benefits

(IN BRIEF) New research published in the European Heart Journal reveals that even short periods of vigorous physical activity can significantly reduce the risk of major diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, inflammatory conditions, and dementia. The study, based on data … Read the full press release

Viessmann Climate Solutions Employees Lead Local Reforestation Effort in Germany as Part of Carrier’s Global Sustainability Program

(IN BRIEF) Viessmann Climate Solutions organized a tree-planting initiative in Germany, where around 60 employees planted approximately 1,200 trees near Hallenberg to support environmental and climate protection efforts. The activity forms part of Carrier Global Corporation’s global sustainability goal to … Read the full press release

Kering Partners with Shanghai Fashion Week to Develop Next Generation of Chinese Fashion Talent Through International Residency

(IN BRIEF) Kering has announced the first group of 10 fellows selected for its Kering CRAFT program, a new international residency developed in partnership with Shanghai Fashion Week to support emerging Chinese designers. The initiative received over 100 applications and … Read the full press release

Metso Secures €100 Million Contract to Deliver Advanced Copper Processing Technology for Southern Peru Copper’s Tia Maria Project

(IN BRIEF) Metso has been awarded a €100 million contract by Southern Peru Copper Corporation to supply advanced solvent extraction and electrowinning technology for the Tia Maria copper project in Peru. The new facility will produce 120,000 tonnes of high-purity … Read the full press release

Hexagon Launches Improved PULSE System to Support Reliable and Scalable Measurement Workflows Across Manufacturing Sites

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has launched an upgraded version of its PULSE environmental monitoring solution for coordinate measuring machine environments. The enhanced system expands its sensing capabilities to track environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, vibration, shock, and … Read the full press release

GSK Expands Respiratory Portfolio with China Approval of Long-Acting Exdensur Therapy for Severe Asthma Patients

(IN BRIEF) GSK has secured approval in China for Exdensur (depemokimab), a first-of-its-kind ultra-long-acting biologic for treating severe eosinophilic asthma in patients aged 12 and above. Approved by China’s National Medical Products Administration, the therapy offers a novel treatment approach … Read the full press release

FrieslandCampina Strengthens Climate Action Plan by Enabling Farmers to Transition to Low-Carbon Fuel Solutions

(IN BRIEF) FrieslandCampina has partnered with Future Fuels to help its member dairy farmers transition to renewable diesel (HVO100), a fuel capable of reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 90 percent. The initiative allows farmers to adopt the fuel without … Read the full press release

Almirall Strengthens China Innovation Strategy with New Biopharma Collaboration Focused on Dermatology Treatments

(IN BRIEF) Almirall has signed a collaboration and licensing agreement with Shanghai Huaota Biopharmaceutical, a subsidiary of Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical, to develop a monoclonal antibody candidate for multiple indications including medical dermatology, with Huaota leading early research and initial clinical … Read the full press release

Statnett Confirms AFRY as Client Representative for Strategic Onarheim Substation Development in Western Norway

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been appointed by Statnett as client representative and project management partner for the execution of a new transformer substation at Onarheim in Western Norway, a 420/300/132 kV facility designed to enhance grid capacity, reliability, and flexibility … Read the full press release

NORDEN Strengthens Specialised Shipping Strategy with Ice-Class Vessel Order and Decade-Long LKAB Contract

(IN BRIEF) NORDEN has signed a long-term Contract of Affreightment of up to 10 years with LKAB and ordered two 23,000 dwt ice-class multipurpose vessels from Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group, enabling the company to transport bentonite from Greece to northern … Read the full press release

OLAPLEX Acquisition Positions Henkel for Accelerated Innovation and Expansion in High Value Hair Care Segment

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has entered into an agreement to acquire OLAPLEX for approximately 1.4 billion USD, aiming to expand its presence in the premium hair care segment. The deal, approved by OLAPLEX’s board and supported by its controlling shareholder Advent … Read the full press release

Siemens and NVIDIA Strengthen Industrial AI Collaboration with New Platforms for Simulation and Real Time Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has launched Teamcenter Digital Reality Viewer and Digital Twin Composer as part of its Industrial AI Operating System, combining its industrial software expertise with NVIDIA’s AI infrastructure to enable advanced digital twin capabilities. The solutions allow organizations … Read the full press release

SEAT & CUPRA Begins Battery System Production in Martorell Advancing Electric Vehicle Manufacturing and European Mobility Transition

(IN BRIEF) SEAT & CUPRA has started series production of battery systems at its Martorell plant, a key milestone in its transition to electric mobility and preparation for the launch of the CUPRA Raval and Volkswagen ID. Polo. The facility, … Read the full press release

Hexagon Achieves Industry First with Level 9 Vehicle Intervention System Passing TRL4 Collision Prevention Testing Milestone

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s next-generation Vehicle Intervention System has successfully passed the University of Pretoria’s TRL4 testing, becoming the first open-pit Level 9 collision prevention solution to achieve this milestone. The independent verification confirms its ability to detect hazards and automatically … Read the full press release