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GSK sets 23 forward-looking commitments to help measure future performance in its 2012 Corporate Responsibility Report

Posted on 2, April 2013 by

2-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — GSK has today published its corporate responsibility report, in which it reiterates its commitment to operate responsibly, openly and transparently and outlines advances made on this agenda during 2012. In the report, the company also sets out 23 … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Healthcare, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Society, United Kingdom

Up to 10 PhD places will be created at the University of Dundee following an award of more than £300,000 made by the EPSRC

Posted on 1, April 2013 by

1-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Up to 10 PhD places will be created at the University of Dundee following an award of more than £300,000 made by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). The EPSRC is this year investing £84.2million … Read the full press release →

Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Financial, Government, Science, United Kingdom

Long-term sponsor partner THOMAS SABO extends involvement with Mercedes-Benz and the DTM

Posted on 1, April 2013 by

Roberto Merhi to line-up in THOMAS SABO Mercedes AMG C-Coupé The lifestyle brand’s logos to feature on racing overalls of all Mercedes-Benz DTM drivers and on front spoilers of all DTM Mercedes AMG C-Coupés Stuttgart, 1-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The THOMAS … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Marketing, Sports, Technology

Cassidian’s small TH1n terminal has won the International TETRA Awards for ‘Best TETRA Enterprise Product’

Posted on 1, April 2013 by

TH1n, the world’s smallest terminal provided by Cassidian, beat four other high-quality products nominated in the ‘Best TETRA Enterprise Product’ category. The International TETRA Awards recognise excellence in the field of TETRA radio communications and have awarded Cassidian a prize … Read the full press release →

Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Awards, Business, Defence, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom

Visite du Premier Ministre Jean-Claude Juncker à la BEI

Posted on 1, April 2013 by

1-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Le Premier Ministre luxembourgeois Jean-Claude Juncker a été accueilli aujourd’hui à la Banque européenne d’investissement (BEI) au Kirchberg par son Président Werner Hoyer et les membres du comité de direction. M. Juncker, qui est aussi gouverneur de … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Luxembourg

The European Commission proposes to make trade mark registration systems all over the EU cheaper, quicker, more reliable and predictable

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

Brussels, 29-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has today presented a package of initiatives to make trade mark registration systems all over the European Union cheaper, quicker, more reliable and predictable. The proposed reform would improve conditions for businesses to innovate … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Government, Law

Proximus continues to deploy its ultra-fast 4G network in Belgium

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

In parallel, Proximus is increasing 3G speeds throughout the country.  Proximus is moving ahead with the deployment of its ultra-fast 4G network in order to continue to offer its customers the best mobile network in Belgium and meets the growing … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Internet & Online, Technology, Telecom

The University of Nottingham & Unilever sign strategic research agreement

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

29-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Unilever, one of the world’s biggest suppliers of fast-moving consumer goods, has signed a framework agreement with The University of Nottingham which will see the company exploring new research opportunities with the University in a range of … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Education, Netherlands, Science, United Kingdom

The European Commission opens public debate on a proposal for simplifying procedures under the EU Merger Regulation

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

Brussels, 29-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission invites the public to comment on a proposal to simplify certain procedures for notifying mergers under the EU Merger Regulation. The proposal aims to make EU merger control even more business-friendly by cutting red … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Investment, Law

The European Commission tables proposal for “Financial Discipline” for CAP Direct Payments in 2014 financial year

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

Brussels, 29-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — With the forecast for expenditure on CAP Direct Payments & Market measures for 2014 higher than the provisional ceiling for 2014 agreed by EU heads of government1, the European Commission has tabled a proposal for “Financial Discipline” … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Economy, European Union, Financial, Government, Politics

The European Commission comments on the capital controls imposed by the Republic of Cyprus

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

Brussels, 29-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Statement by the European Commission on the capital controls imposed by the Republic of Cyprus The Commission takes note of temporary restrictions on the free movement of capital, including capital controls, imposed by the Republic of Cyprus … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Belgium, Business, Cyprus, Economy, European Union, Financial, Law, Politics, Society

Arburg Technology Days 2013: over 50,000 visitors since 1999

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

• Knowing what counts: “Efficiency Arena” attracts visitors from around the world to Lossburg • Arburg Technology Days 2013: over 50,000 visitors since 1999 • Innovative applications and processes: e.g. lab-on-a-chip, Particle-foam Composite Injection Moulding and long glass fibre direct … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Germany, Industrial, International Trade, Marketing, Technology

SSAB’s Annual General Meeting Notice to attend (April 12, 2013)

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

29-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — In accordance with NASDAQ OMX Stockholm AB’s Rule Book for Issuers, SSAB AB hereby announces, through a press release, the content of the notice to attend SSAB’s Annual General Meeting on April 12, 2013. The Notice to … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Financial, Industrial, Management, Metals and Minerals, Sweden

Endesa has doubled its electric vehicle recharging network by rolling out 600 charging points throughout Spain

Posted on 29, March 2013 by

• In 2012 alone, the company installed 300 charging points for individuals and corporates, doubling the size of its charging network in two years. • The company is implementing the Enel Group’s programme to foster electric mobility. • To date, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Spain, Technology, Transportation & Logistics

Arburg to present efficient injection moulding solutions at the Plastpol (7 to 10 May 2013)

Posted on 28, March 2013 by

Tailored: “Packaging” version and automation solutions High performance: hybrid and electric Allrounders produce packaging and precision parts Production efficiency: high quality at minimum unit costs Lossburg, 28-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — At the Plastpol, which takes place in Kielce from 7 to … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Germany, Industrial, Marketing, Poland, Technology

SLOVNAFT Group reports profit for 2012

Posted on 28, March 2013 by

28-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — SLOVNAFT Group in 2012 ended with a net profit of EUR 53 million compared to previous period when a loss amounted to EUR 19 million. The result was positively influenced mainly by the revenues coming from export … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Slovakia

SSAB appoints Håkan Folin as its new Chief Financial Officer

Posted on 28, March 2013 by

28-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  SSAB has appointed Håkan Folin as its new Chief Financial Officer. He has previously held a number of senior positions in the company and will take up the position of CFO on May 1, 2013. Håkan Folin … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Industrial, Management, Metals and Minerals, Sweden

Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft: Wettbewerb HBLA für wirtschaftliche Berufe Innsbruck abgeschlossen

Posted on 28, March 2013 by

„Ferrarischule“ wird saniert und erweitert – Gewinner: Architektenduo aus Salzburg 28-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Der EU-weite, einstufige Realisierungswettbewerb für die Erweiterung und Sanierung der höheren Bundeslehranstalt in der Innsbrucker Weinhartstraße ist abgeschlossen. „Aus insgesamt 43Einreichungen gingen Architektin Brigitte Huber-Theissl und Architekt … Read the full press release →

Posted in Austria, Business, Construction, Real Estate

The European Commission clears the acquisition of Petrochem Carless Holdings by Haltermann

Posted on 28, March 2013 by

Brussels, 28-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition of Petrochem Carless Holdings Limited of the UK by Haltermann Holding GmbH of Germany, a wholly owned subsidiary of HIG Europe Capital Partners. The parties are active … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Chemicals, European Union, Financial, Germany, Government, Law, United Kingdom

Alain Lamassoure: EU may face insolvency later in 2013

Posted on 28, March 2013 by

28-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Commission proposal to settle only part of the EU’s €16.2 billion debt rolled over from 2012 threatens the EU with insolvency later in 2013, said Budgets Committee chair Alain Lamassoure (EPP, FR) on Wednesday. The Commission, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Economy, European Union, Financial, France, Government, Politics, Society