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Leading secure outsourcing group G4S signed with Global Choice to improve and speed up the check-in process for airport and airline passengers

Posted on 16, August 2013 by

G4S has signed a new partnership with Global Choice, which will improve and speed up the check-in process for passengers 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The agreement will also introduce passenger handling backup systems for airlines and enable G4S to take on … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Security & Safety, Transportation & Logistics, Travel, United Kingdom

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Switzerland, Germany, and France scientists developed EU funded miniature “insect” eyes with high industrial potential in mobile robotics, smart clothing and medical applications

Posted on 16, August 2013 by

Digital Agenda: Swiss, French & German scientists develop miniature artificial insect eyes which could help prevent accidents 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Scientists in Switzerland, Germany, and France explored how the insect eye works and designed and built the first fully-functional miniature curved … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, European Union, Financial, France, Germany, Investment, Science, Switzerland, Technology

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EBRD lends US$25M to Kazakh beverage and food producer RG Brands

Posted on 16, August 2013 by

Leading beverage and consumer goods producer plans to enhance its capital structure to drive its expansion 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a US$ 25 million loan to RG Brands in Kazakhstan. The … Read the full press release →

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G4S head of HR Colin Minto discusses global recruiting challenges for one of the world’s largest private employers with HR Review magazine

Posted on 16, August 2013 by

With 620,000 employees who work in over 125 countries,in sometimes challenging environments, making sure we have the right people for the job is crucial 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — G4S’ Global Head of Resourcing recently talked to HR Review magazine about the challenges of … Read the full press release →

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Bang & Olufsen unveils new innovative technology in its 65-inch plasma solution with the launch of BeoVision 12-65 New Generation

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Bang & Olufsen launches new innovative technology in its 65-inch plasma solution that will take both sound and vision into a new era. The all-digital video platform and refined aesthetics create a market-leading package of great features and beautiful looks. To … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Denmark, Electronics & Machinery, Entertainment, Technology

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RWE Česká republika now offers transition to gas condensation boilers under the New Green Savings programme subsidies

Posted on 16, August 2013 by

RWE and Viessmann have prepared a special follow-up package of benefits for the participants of this programme People can save almost half of the purchase and installation costs of a new gas condensation boiler Prague, 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The subsidies … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Czech Republic, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment

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voestalpine AG’s workforce reached new record figure of 47,154 employees, Q1-2013/14 performance stable despite lower raw materials prices and weaker economy

Posted on 16, August 2013 by

High capacity utilization remains unchanged in all divisions Headcount reaches new record level with 47,154 employees Revenue of EUR 2.94 billion in the first quarter of 2013/14 3.8% below previous year’s figure (EUR 3.05 billion) due to lower raw materials … Read the full press release →

Posted in Austria, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals

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Kiev Metropolitan received funding from EBRD to buy new metro trains from Russia’s metro carriages manufacturer Vagonmash

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16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Kiev Metropolitan has this week unveiled new trains which will enter service this month on the city’s network in a project funded by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development The EBRD previously signed a €100 million … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Banks, Business, Financial, Investment, Transportation & Logistics, Ukraine

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American yogurt with toppers producer YoCrunch acquired by Danone

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Paris, 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Danone announce today that it has acquired 100% of YoCrunch’s share capital. Founded in 1985, YoCrunch makes yogurt with crunchy toppings packaged separately, in part through licensing agreements with well-known national brands such as M&Ms and Oreo. … Read the full press release →

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Telefónica, CaixaBank and Banco Santander joint e-commerce venture cleared under EU Merger Regulation

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16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the creation of a joint venture between the Spanish telecommunications operator Telefónica and two Spanish banks, CaixaBank, controlled by La Caixa–Caja de Ahorros, and Banco Santander. The … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Internet & Online, Law, Spain, Technology, Telecom

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Sampo Group posted EUR 825 million profit before taxes in H1-2103

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16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Sampo Group’s profit before taxes for the first half of 2013 amounted to EUR 825 million compared to EUR 813 million a year earlier. The total comprehensive income for the period, taking changes in the market value … Read the full press release →

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EC invites comments from interested parties on German railway incumbent Deutsche Bahn commitments concerning its pricing system for traction current in Germany

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16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Commission is inviting comments from interested parties on commitments offered by the German railway incumbent Deutsche Bahn (DB) regarding its pricing system for traction current in Germany. Traction current is electricity used to power locomotives. … Read the full press release →

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Vaisala’s shareholders AGM decided to decrease the share premium fund presented in the company’s balance sheet

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16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala Corporation’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders held on March 26, 2013 decided to decrease the share premium fund presented in the Company’s balance sheet on December 31, 2012 by EUR 22,306,293.52 by transferring all the funds … Read the full press release →

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University of Bath to receive GBP 65M from EIB to build new academic buildings and student residences

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16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Investment Bank has agreed to provide GBP 65m to fund new academic buildings and student residences, as well as a significant programme to refurbish teaching and research facilities at the University of Bath. This long-term … Read the full press release →

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Atmospheric observation leader Vaisala to acquire Second Wind Systems Inc. leader in remote sensing technology and data services for the wind energy industry

Posted on 16, August 2013 by

Helsinki, Finland, 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala, a global leader in atmospheric observation, announces the acquisition of Second Wind Systems Inc. Second Wind is a global leader in remote sensing technology and data services for the wind energy industry. The two companies’ … Read the full press release →

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Exhaust technology specialist Friedrich Boysen GmbH & Co. KG received EUR 45M loan for its R&D programme from the European Investment Bank

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16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing a EUR 45 million loan to support the R&D programme of exhaust technology specialist Friedrich Boysen GmbH & Co. KG, which is designed to improve exhaust technology for cars and commercial … Read the full press release →

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ISS to provide integrated facility management services to 39 Nordea headquarter buildings in Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden

Posted on 15, August 2013 by

ISS, a leading global provider of facility services, will provide services to Nordea’s headquarters in Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. 15-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The contract covers management and delivery of integrated facility services to 39 headquarter buildings in Denmark, Finland, … Read the full press release →

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Bayer MaterialScience to present small mechanical injection pump that fits comfortably into one’s breast pocket at the K 2013 trade fair

Posted on 15, August 2013 by

Long-standing partner to the medical technology industry Leverkusen, 15-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — More and more people dream of being able to live for a long time in familiar surroundings even at an advanced age. However, certain illnesses necessitate longer hospital stays … Read the full press release →

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Estonia’s oldest and largest continuously operating brewery Saku Brewery opened new Tartu representation

Posted on 15, August 2013 by

On the 5-th of August Saku’s new representation will start in South Estonia. 15-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The Tähtvere representation has several times bigger area than the former Tartu Office – approximately 1500 square metres-, which will serve as an office … Read the full press release →

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De Nederlandsche Bank: Netherlands July inflation was 3.1%, twice as high as euro-area inflation, current high level expected to be temporary

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15-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Prices in the Netherlands are rising sharply. In the past ten months, inflation according to the European Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) surpassed the 3% level nine times. Government measures are pushing up inflation, which is … Read the full press release →

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