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Equinor secures new insulation, scaffolding, and surface treatment partnerships to boost safety and continuity across Norway’s energy facilities

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has signed new long-term framework agreements worth approximately NOK 17 billion with four contractors — Beerenberg/Linjebygg JV, KAEFER Energy, Bilfinger ISP Offshore Norway, and StS-ISONOR — to deliver insulation, scaffolding, and surface treatment services at all its … Read the full press release

Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile Establish Germany-Based Satellite Operations Centre to Advance Europe’s Sovereign Mobile Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile have selected Germany as the location for their main Satellite Operations Centre, reinforcing Europe’s digital sovereignty and advancing the rollout of SatCo, their joint venture providing space-based mobile broadband services. Based near Munich or … Read the full press release

Schaeffler and onsemi Collaborate on Next-Generation SiC-Based Dual Inverter for Electrified Pickup Platforms

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler has secured a major contract to supply dual inverters for a new plug-in hybrid pickup truck platform in North America, marking a significant expansion of its E-Mobility business. The inverter, developed at its Deer Park, Illinois site, … Read the full press release

Digi Communications NV announces Investors Call for the presentation of the Q3 2025 Financial Results

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. will hold an investors call on 14 November 2025 at 14:00 UK time / 16:00 EET to present its Q3 2025 financial results, which will be published earlier the same day at 08:00 EET. The … Read the full press release

Vienna Stock Exchange launches ‘Beteilig dich’ campaign to empower young Austrians to engage with investing and financial independence

(IN BRIEF) The Vienna Stock Exchange has launched ‘Beteilig dich’ (“Get involved”), a youth-focused campaign encouraging active engagement with investing and financial literacy. Featuring witty slogans inspired by pop culture, the initiative promotes relatable financial education and aims to empower … Read the full press release

DNV launches London Cruise Centre to enhance decarbonization, innovation, and local support for Europe’s cruise industry

(IN BRIEF) DNV has inaugurated its London Cruise Centre to provide enhanced, time-zone-aligned support for cruise operators, shipyards, and ports across Europe. The centre will focus on helping the cruise industry address growing complexity through decarbonization, digitalization, and regulatory compliance. … Read the full press release

IFC and Crédit Agricole CIB partner on $2 billion risk transfer deal to boost trade finance in emerging markets

(IN BRIEF) The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Crédit Agricole CIB have finalized a $2 billion Significant Risk Transfer (SRT) deal, backed by a $95 million financial guarantee from IFC, to unlock new trade finance commitments for emerging markets. The … Read the full press release

Euronext welcomes Appear ASA as latest IPOready alumnus to list following oversubscribed NOK 100 million offering

(IN BRIEF) Euronext celebrated the listing of Norwegian live production technology leader Appear ASA on Oslo Børs, marking the 59th Euronext listing of 2025 and the 38th IPOready alumnus to go public. Valued at around NOK 2.7 billion, the IPO … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA Celebrated at iF and A Design Awards for its Mobile and Pulse Apps and ‘My Home, My Car, My Travel’ Project

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has earned three major international honors — two from the iF Design Awards and one from the A Design Awards — for its leadership in digital design and innovation. The updated Garanti BBVA mobile app and … Read the full press release

Nokia Expands 5G Partnership with Telia to Power Next-Generation Connectivity Across the Nordics and Baltics

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has signed an extended partnership with Telia to enhance 5G capabilities across the Nordic and Baltic regions, deploying its cloud-native 5G Standalone Core in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Estonia, and Lithuania. The agreement also includes the use of … Read the full press release

FläktGroup Becomes Part of Samsung Electronics, Accelerating Innovation and Global Expansion in Climate Solutions

(IN BRIEF) FläktGroup has been acquired by Samsung Electronics, marking a new chapter in global HVAC innovation. The acquisition will see FläktGroup operate as an independent subsidiary, maintaining its name and management while benefiting from Samsung’s global scale and R&D … Read the full press release

BT Group and Starlink Team Up to Bridge the UK’s Digital Divide Through Space-Based Internet

(IN BRIEF) BT Group and Starlink have entered into a groundbreaking agreement to deliver high-speed, low-latency satellite broadband to rural and remote parts of the UK. The partnership will allow BT and EE customers to access download speeds of up … Read the full press release

Egis Joins EDF to Support Engineering and Supply Chain Cooperation for the Polish Nuclear Power Programme

(IN BRIEF) Egis has signed a new Memorandum of Cooperation with EDF at the World Nuclear Exhibition 2025 to explore joint opportunities under Poland’s Nuclear Power Programme. The agreement, signed by EDF’s Vakisasai Ramany and Egis’s Baptiste Pavy, builds on … Read the full press release

WinGD Expands Middle East Marine Service Capabilities Through Partnership with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions

(IN BRIEF) WinGD has entered into a strategic partnership with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions to enhance engine service and technical support for ship operators in the Middle East. Signed during Nor-Shipping, the MoU expands WinGD’s Global Service by WinGD programme, … Read the full press release

Voith and Wuzhou Special Paper Launch the World’s Largest Specialty Paper Machine in China, Strengthening Long-Term Industry Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Voith and Wuzhou Special Paper have commissioned the world’s widest specialty paper machine, the PM 21, in Hanchuan, Hubei Province, marking a milestone in their ongoing collaboration. Entirely engineered and supplied by Voith, PM 21 boasts a working … Read the full press release

Finnish Ministry Commissions AFRY to Explore Pathways for Expanding Nuclear Power

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been commissioned by Finland’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment to conduct a comprehensive study evaluating future nuclear energy options in the country. The research will cover investment models for small modular reactors, large nuclear facilities, … Read the full press release

Stora Enso’s Bad St. Leonhard Mill Reaches One Million Cubic Meters of Cross-Laminated Timber Production

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso’s Bad St. Leonhard mill in Austria has become the company’s first site to surpass one million cubic meters of cross-laminated timber (CLT) production as of October 2025. Established in 1885 and the first Stora Enso facility … Read the full press release

Nokia Expands Collaboration with SoftBank to Power Japan’s Next-Generation 4G and 5G Networks

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has been selected by SoftBank Corp. to modernize and expand its 4G and 5G networks across Western Japan. The new agreement includes Nokia’s latest AirScale RAN solutions, Habrok Massive MIMO radios, and ReefShark-powered baseband equipment, coupled with … Read the full press release

NORDEN Extends Partnership with Enviva Through New Two-Year Contract to Transport Wood Pellets from the US to Europe

(IN BRIEF) NORDEN has signed a two-year Contract of Affreightment with Enviva, the world’s largest wood pellet producer, to transport renewable biomass from the United States to Europe starting in 2026. The new agreement strengthens a partnership that began in … Read the full press release

Bang & Olufsen Launches Beosound Premiere, a Sculptural Soundbar Blending Acoustic Mastery and Timeless Design

(IN BRIEF) Bang & Olufsen has launched the Beosound Premiere, a sculptural soundbar that combines premium aluminium craftsmanship with revolutionary acoustic innovation. Equipped with the company’s patent-pending Wide Stage Technology™ and ten custom drivers, the Beosound Premiere creates an immersive … Read the full press release