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Allianz Trade Highlights Need for Risk Management in Light of Forecasted Increase in Global Insolvencies

(IN BRIEF) Allianz Trade, the world’s leading trade credit insurer, has released its Global Insolvency Report, predicting a +21% increase in global insolvencies in 2023 and a further +4% rise in 2024. The report warns that prolonged pressure on profitability, … Read the full press release

Fondo europeo per gli investimenti e Norrlandsfonden firmano l’accordo di garanzia InvestEU per migliorare l’accesso delle PMI ai finanziamenti nella Svezia settentrionale

(NOTIZIA IN BREVE) Il Fondo europeo per gli investimenti (FEI) e Norrlandsfonden, un’agenzia pubblica svedese per gli investimenti, hanno firmato un accordo di garanzia sostenuto dal programma InvestEU dell’Unione europea per migliorare l’accesso ai finanziamenti per le PMI e le … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund and Norrlandsfonden Sign InvestEU Guarantee Agreement to Improve SME Access to Finance in Northern Sweden

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Norrlandsfonden, a Swedish public investment agency, have signed a guarantee agreement supported by the European Union’s InvestEU programme to improve access to finance for SMEs and small mid-caps in Northern Sweden. Over … Read the full press release

Airbus Helicopters seals largest order for H160 in China

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with Chinese helicopter lessor and operator GDAT during French President Macron’s visit to China for 50 H160 helicopters. This contract represents the largest single order for the H160 on the civil and … Read the full press release

LEGO releases new diorama building sets for Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has announced the release of two new diorama building sets based on scenes from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The sets mark the 40th anniversary of the film’s original release and feature recognizable characters … Read the full press release

FLSmidth secures deal to supply efficient equipment for sustainable gold mining

(IN BRIEF) FLSmidth, a global provider of sustainable technology, has secured a contract worth approximately DKK 350 million to supply efficient equipment to a gold mine. The equipment is expected to be among the most efficient in the world and … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole acquires 30% stake in Michelin-backed Watèa for low-carbon mobility push

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole Leasing & Factoring has finalized its purchase of a 30% stake in Watèa, a company founded by Michelin, to accelerate low-carbon mobility in Europe. The partnership aims to support the transition to a low-carbon economy and … Read the full press release

Enel sells Peruvian energy units to China Southern Power Grid for $2.9bn

(IN BRIEF) Enel Perú S.A.C., a subsidiary of Enel S.p.A., has signed an agreement to sell its entire equity stakes in Enel Distribución Perú S.A.A., a power distribution and supply company, and Enel X Perú S.A.C., a company that provides … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ wins contract to retrofit twin wire press at New Zealand pulp mill

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a global technology group, has been contracted by Winstone Pulp International Ltd. (WPI) to retrofit a twin wire press at their Karioi pulp mill in New Zealand. The retrofit involves replacing the machine’s carbon steel frame with … Read the full press release

KUKA Celebrates 125 Years of Shaping the Future of Work with Automation and Robotics

(IN BRIEF) KUKA, an international technology group, is celebrating its 125th anniversary. The company was founded in 1898 as an acetylene gas plant for street lighting, and has since reinvented itself multiple times. KUKA made history 50 years ago as … Read the full press release

Azerbaijan Airlines expands fleet with fuel-efficient A320neo Family aircraft from Airbus

(IN BRIEF) Azerbaijan Airlines has ordered 12 A320neo Family aircraft, including A320neo and A321neo, as part of its fleet renewal strategy to operate the most modern and fuel-efficient aircraft, increase operational efficiency and competitiveness, and offer passengers excellent comfort throughout … Read the full press release

Airbus signs agreements with Chinese partners to expand A320 Family assembly and purchase 160 commercial aircraft

(IN BRIEF) Airbus signed several cooperation agreements with Chinese aviation industry partners during a French state visit to China. The agreements include expanding A320 Family final assembly capacity at Airbus’ Tianjin site and signing General Terms of Agreement (GTA) with … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Celebrates Best Suppliers at Partner 2 Win Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has awarded 13 suppliers for their top performance in on-time delivery and quality standards at its sixth annual Partner 2 Win Supplier of the Year awards ceremony in Austin, Texas. The Partner 2 Win program is … Read the full press release

Eni’s FPSO Firenze to enable production start-up of largest hydrocarbon discovery in Côte d’Ivoire

(IN BRIEF) Eni, in collaboration with PetroCi, has celebrated the sail away of FPSO Firenze to the Baleine field offshore Côte d’Ivoire. The FPSO Firenze has been refurbished and upgraded to allow it to handle up to 15,000 bbl/d of … Read the full press release

Bosch, BASF, and AGCO to integrate and commercialize Smart Spraying technology for Fendt Rogator sprayers

(IN BRIEF) Bosch BASF Smart Farming has partnered with AGCO Corporation to integrate and commercialize Smart Spraying technology on Fendt Rogator sprayers. The Smart Spraying Solution will allow targeted spraying during day and nighttime conditions, while delivering optimal herbicide savings … Read the full press release

Zurich Insurance Group announces successful AGM with full Board re-election

(IN BRIEF) Zurich Insurance Group’s shareholders have confirmed Michel M. Liès as Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting. All the other current Board members have also been elected. The Board comprises 12 members, with equal … Read the full press release

APM Terminals Mumbai named top-performing terminal in India for 64th month in a row

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals Mumbai, also known as GTI, has been named the top performing terminal in India for the 64th consecutive month in the January 2023 ranking published by NICDC Logistics Data Services. The terminal has maintained its position … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ and Lotus Teknik Tekstil produce next-gen, sustainable wet wipes

(IN BRIEF) Lotus Teknik Tekstil A.Ş., based in Turkey, has started up a line to produce biodegradable, plastic-free wet wipes using a state-of-the-art neXline wetlace CP line from international technology group ANDRITZ. The line combines the benefits of wetlaid and … Read the full press release

FCA and ASA team up with influencer Sharon Gaffka to educate “fin-fluencers” on risks of promoting financial products

(IN BRIEF) The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) have partnered with influencer Sharon Gaffka to educate “fin-fluencers” on the risks associated with promoting financial products. The FCA and ASA plan to engage with influencers and … Read the full press release

Eni’s Plenitude and CDP Equity commit to decarbonisation of Italy’s electricity sector through GreenIT investment

(IN BRIEF) GreenIT, the Italian joint venture between Plenitude (Eni) and CDP Equity (CDP Group), which produces electricity from renewable sources, has approved a new business plan for 2023-2027. The plan includes a total investment of €1.7 billion ($2 billion) … Read the full press release