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Commissioner Šemeta: The surge in Member States’ appetite for progress and action in the fight against evasion is extremely welcome

Posted on 15, April 2013 by

Dublin, 15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — It’s a bit of a surprise – but a very nice one – to be here in Dublin today, and to be able to share with you the outcome of a highly engaging discussion we had on … Read the full press release →

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RWE Dea wächst weiter

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Betriebsergebnis 2012 auf 685 Millionen Euro gestiegen Investitionen mit 658 Millionen Euro auf hohem Niveau Reserven-/ Ressourcenbasis weiter ausgebaut Hamburg, 15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Die RWE Dea AG hat nach den erfolgreichen Vorjahren das Ergebnis erneut deutlich verbessert: Mit 685 … Read the full press release →

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The acquisition of UK cable operator Virgin Media by Liberty Global of the US has been cleared by the European Commission

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Brussels, 15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition of UK cable operator Virgin Media Inc., registered in the US, by the US-based company Liberty Global, Inc. The transaction, with a value of … Read the full press release →

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AB Volvo invitation to press and tele conference in Stockholm

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15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — AB Volvo hereby invites the media to a press conference on April 25 2013 in conjunction with the release of the Volvo Group report for the first quarter 2013. The press conference will take place 09:00 at … Read the full press release →

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The European Commission proposes new EU-wide rules for safer and more environmental lorries

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Brussels, 15-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission proposed today new rules to allow manufacturers to develop more aerodynamic lorries which will reduce fuel consumption by 7-10%, cut emissions of greenhouse gases, and also enhance the safety of vulnerable road users. The … Read the full press release →

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The European Commission approved the acquisition of Zijerveld&Veldhuyzen and Den Hollander by dairy cooperative FrieslandCampina

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

Brussels, 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has authorised under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition by the leading Dutch dairy cooperative FrieslandCampina of two Dutch companies: Zijerveld & Veldhuyzen B.V., a specialised cheese wholesaler, and Den Hollander Food B.V., … Read the full press release →

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New cements by HeidelbergCement AG

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

TernaCem – a new alternative binder concept 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The cement industry is the source of about 5 per cent of the global anthropogenic CO2 emissions. On average, the production of one tonne of cement clinker generates around 800 … Read the full press release →

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CoR & Martin Schulz: Agreement on the Multiannual Financial Framework must be reached before the summer

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Brussels, 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — During the Committee of Regions (CoR) 100th plenary President Ramon Luis Valcárcel presented Europe’s cities and regions priorities to the President of the European Parliament, Martin Schulz. Mr Valcárcel said in the current political phase, “In order to … Read the full press release →

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Dacian Cioloş: For an ambitious and dynamic organic sector

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Dacian Cioloş – European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Meeting of the Advisory Group on Organic Farming/Brussels Brussels, 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you for inviting me to take part in this extended advisory group; I am pleased … Read the full press release →

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Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris is the first Mexican airline with Sharklet-equipped A320

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

Blagnac, 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris celebrated the delivery of its first Sharklet-equipped Airbus A320 with a special flight from Mexico City to Cancun. Volaris is the first Mexico-based operator of the new fuel-saving wing tip devices. The flight … Read the full press release →

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Audi won numerous Awards in March 2013

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Wins for Audi in five “Fleet Award” categories The readers of the magazine “Autoflotte” have voted the brand with the four rings winner of the 2013 “Fleet Award” in five categories. This result means Audi has earned a podium place … Read the full press release →

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Máire GEOGHEGAN-QUINN: Horizon 2020 – The new EU Framework Program for Research and Innovation – a focus on mobility and transport

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Máire GEOGHEGAN-QUINN – European Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science  Hannover Messe Trade Fair / Hannover Hannover, 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted and honoured to have the opportunity to talk to you about Horizon 2020, the European … Read the full press release →

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HeidelbergCement: Federal Court of Justice in Germany confirms in essence the verdict in the German cartel proceedings

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12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Federal Court of Justice in Germany confirmed the fine imposed on HeidelbergCement in 2009 by the Higher Court of Düsseldorf at a reduced level of €161.4 million. After release of the respective provision, a P&L effective … Read the full press release →

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Investors led by Joh. A. Benckiser intends to make an offer of € 12.50 per ordinary share of D.E MASTER BLENDERS 1753

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

Transaction highlights  Investor group led by JAB and DEMB have reached conditional agreement on a recommended full public offer for D.E MASTER BLENDERS 1753 of € 12.50 (cum dividend) in cash per ordinary share  The Offer price represents a … Read the full press release →

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Audi is the first car manufacturer to have its LED technology certified by the European Commission

Posted on 12, April 2013 by

LED headlights from Audi verifiably improve fuel economy. That is why the European Commission is now certifying this technology 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Lighting systems have a tremendous effect on an automobile’s fuel economy. Conventional halogen units, for example, consume over … Read the full press release →

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Bankia Habitat, BFA-Bankia Group’s real estate arm, offers close to 400 properties for as low as EUR 20,000 in Valencia

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The BFA-Bankia Group’s property subsidiary organises a property show in the Valencian capital on the 11th and 16th of April 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Bankia Habitat, the BFA-Bankia Group’s real estate arm, is organizing a show featuring close to 400 properties … Read the full press release →

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The European Investment Bank signed Memorandum of Understanding with Tajikistan to deepen cooperation

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Luxembourg/Brussels, 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Vice President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), Wilhelm Molterer and the Chairman of State Committee on Investments and State Property Management, Davlatali Saidov, in the presence of the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, have signed a Memorandum … Read the full press release →

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Dassault Systèmes opens an office in Dubai

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Office to Extend Reach of Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Platform in the Region DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (UAE), 12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, a world leader in 3D design, 3D Digital Mock Up and Product … Read the full press release →

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EADS Successfully Places $ 1 Billion Inaugural U.S. Bond in the U.S. institutional market for first time in its history

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Amsterdam,  12-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — EADS has successfully placed bonds in the U.S. institutional market for the first time in its history by pricing an inaugural USD 1 billion bond with a 10-year maturity on April 9, 2013. The proceeds of … Read the full press release →

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