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Centenary Milestone Highlights Alfa Laval’s Expansion and Enduring Customer Relationships Across Australia and New Zealand

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval is celebrating 100 years of operations in Oceania, marking a century since its establishment in Australia in 1926 and expansion into New Zealand in 1927. The milestone was commemorated with events in Sydney, bringing together employees, … Read the full press release

InfraVia Establishes Supernova Power Platform to Accelerate UK Energy Transition Through Battery Storage and Flexible Generation

(IN BRIEF) InfraVia Capital Partners has created Supernova Power, a new UK-focused flexible energy platform, by acquiring and merging Mercia Power Response and Balance Power Projects. The combined entity brings together complementary strengths in battery storage development, gas peaking operations, … Read the full press release

Saab Awarded Major Defence Contract to Provide Integrated Drone Protection System for Military and Civil Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Saab has received a SEK 2.6 billion order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration for a mobile and modular counter-unmanned aerial system, with deliveries scheduled for 2027–2028. Developed in collaboration with the Swedish Armed Forces, the system is … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Develops Energy Efficient AI Chip Using Material Based Computing for Advanced Data Processing

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Loughborough University have developed a brain-inspired computer chip that could significantly reduce the energy consumption of certain AI tasks, potentially by up to 2,000 times. The device uses nanoporous oxide memristors to process time-dependent data directly … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Study Reveals Social Media Pressure Is Discouraging Teen Girls from Posting on Instagram

(IN BRIEF) New research from Loughborough University reveals that teenage girls face intense pressure to appear perfect on Instagram, often leading them to avoid posting altogether. The study introduces the concept of “expressive stasis,” where users want to share content … Read the full press release

Major Permit Approval and Multi Million Euro Contracts Strengthen SUEZ Position in France Hazardous Waste Market

(IN BRIEF) SUEZ has expanded its hazardous waste operations in France through the approval of increased capacity at its Villeparisis facility and the signing of several major contracts across key industries. The facility’s capacity has been raised to 250,000 tonnes … Read the full press release

Nordic Investment Bank Restructures Executive Functions to Strengthen Operational Alignment Following Leadership Transition

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank has implemented organisational changes at the Executive Committee level following the retirement of Gunnar Okk, its Vice President and COO. Effective April 1, 2026, the restructuring aims to improve clarity in responsibilities, strengthen operational … Read the full press release

CapMan and Finsilva Pilot Nature Value Trading Model to Combine Biodiversity Restoration with Long Term Forest Asset Value

(IN BRIEF) CapMan, through its Natural Capital strategy, is supporting Finsilva in launching Finland’s first pilot project for nature values trading, aiming to combine ecological restoration with economic returns. The initiative allows companies to purchase verified biodiversity improvements, creating a … Read the full press release

BBVA Mexico Supports Major MXN 7 Billion FIRA Bond Issuance to Strengthen Financing for Mexico’s Agricultural Sector

(IN BRIEF) BBVA Mexico acted as joint bookrunner in a MXN 7,017 million issuance of trust-issued certificados bursátiles by FIRA’s FEFA trust, supporting financing for Mexico’s agricultural, forestry, and fisheries sectors. The transaction saw strong investor demand with a 1.75x … Read the full press release

Jonathan Allen Named Chief Growth Officer at Metso to Drive Strategy Innovation and Long Term Growth Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Metso has appointed Jonathan Allen as Chief Growth Officer, effective May 1, 2026, placing him in charge of a broad Business Growth function that includes strategy, M&A, AI, sustainability, and corporate development areas. Allen, who has been with … Read the full press release

Metso Expands Distribution Network in Germany with Exclusive Appointment of BSF Aufbereitungstechnik for Western and Southern Regions

(IN BRIEF) Metso has appointed BSF Aufbereitungstechnik GmbH as its exclusive distributor for Western and Southern Germany, effective April 1, 2026, strengthening its distribution network in the region. The expansion builds on BSF’s existing role in the Netherlands and enhances … Read the full press release

ABL Strengthens Offshore Marine Assurance Capabilities Through New Two Year Agreement with Maridive & Oil Services

(IN BRIEF) ABL has signed a two-year master services agreement with Maridive & Oil Services to provide marine assurance and risk management services for its offshore fleet operations. The agreement covers a wide range of services including audits, inspections, surveys, … Read the full press release

Egis Appoints Renata Mordak to Lead Central and Eastern Europe Operations and Drive Regional Growth Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Egis has appointed Renata Mordak as Managing Director for Central and Eastern Europe, establishing a new leadership role to better coordinate its operations across Czechia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, and Ukraine. The move aims to strengthen collaboration between regional … Read the full press release

Port of Rotterdam Launches Track Together Initiative to Strengthen Rail Freight Coordination and Reduce Disruptions

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Rotterdam Authority has initiated a collaborative agreement involving six major rail operators to improve coordination and efficiency along the Port Railway Line. Known as Track Together, the initiative allows operators to take over each other’s … Read the full press release

Port of Rotterdam Expands European Hydrogen Leadership with Air Products Large-Scale Liquid Hydrogen Facility Nearing Completion

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Rotterdam is reinforcing its role as a central hub in Europe’s hydrogen economy through the ongoing construction of a large liquid hydrogen facility by Air Products. With the project already more than 65% complete and … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer IFF Develops AI Powered Sensor System for Module Level Monitoring of Large Solar Power Plants

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IFF, together with partners BEIA Consult International and INELSO Innovative Electrical Solutions, is developing a module-level sensor system under the ZeroDefect4PV project to improve monitoring and maintenance of large photovoltaic power plants. The system uses sensors attached … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer ISST and Fujitsu Research Introduce Federated Unlearning to Safely Remove Data from Collaborative AI Models

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer ISST and Fujitsu Research have developed a federated unlearning method that allows companies to remove their data from decentralized AI models when leaving collaborative projects. By rewinding the training process to a point before the data was … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer IGB Develops Hemp-Based Biodegradable Fertilizer to Reduce Overfertilization and Protect Soil and Water

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IGB is developing a biodegradable, plant-specific fertilizer through its HanAkku project to combat the environmental damage caused by overfertilization. Using hemp shives as a natural carrier, the fertilizer delivers nutrients in a controlled, slow-release manner tailored to … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer IFAM Develops Electrochemical Recycling Technology to Recover Lithium and Critical Materials from Battery Waste Streams

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IFAM is developing an electrochemical recycling process through the MeGaBat project to recover critical raw materials like lithium, cobalt and nickel from battery recycling wastewater. Using specially designed electrodes, the system selectively extracts metal ions and converts … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer IPA Develops AI-Driven GenderHeart System to Improve Cardiovascular Aftercare and Outcomes for Women

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IPA is developing a digital assistance system through the GenderHeart project to improve aftercare and early detection of cardiovascular disease in women, who face higher mortality rates after heart attacks and strokes compared to men. The system … Read the full press release