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Swiss National Bank opens branch in Singapore

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Zurich, 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Against the background of the sharp expansion in foreign exchange reserves and the growing importance of Asian financial markets, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) has decided to open a branch in Singapore, to ensure a more efficient … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, Financial, Investment, Switzerland

Copyright: Commission urges industry to deliver innovative solutions for greater access to online content

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Brussels, 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has today adopted a Communication which sets out parallel tracks of action to be undertaken during this Commission’s term of office to ensure that the EU’s copyright framework stays fit for purpose in the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Government, Internet & Online, Law, Technology

Great Britain’s golden year of sport reflected in record attendances and viewing figures

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Attendances at professional sports events in the UK reached 75m in 2012; Spectacular Olympic and Paralympic viewing figures underpin sporting dominance of 2012 television ratings. 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The UK’s amazing year of sport was reflected in attendances of over … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Media, Sports, Travel, United Kingdom

Britons have a ‘hospital only’ mentality

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Two-thirds of citizens do not trust their local doctor, while 11 per cent said they had called an ambulance to go to hospital when a visit to the doctor would have sufficed 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Nearly two-thirds of Britons no … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Healthcare, Society, Technology, United Kingdom

EIB supports upgrade of Warsaw Metro with EUR 139 million

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Investment Bank (EIB) is lending PLN 555 million (some EUR 139 million) to finance the purchase of new rolling stock for Warsaw’s metro. The EIB loan will support the purchase of 35 metro trains and foster … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Banks, Business, European Union, Financial, Investment, Poland, Transportation & Logistics

Deloitte comments on release of FATCA guidance notes

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — HMRC has issued draft guidance notes on the UK FATCA Intergovernmental Agreement together with its response to the FATCA Consultation Document. Chris Tragheim, tax partner at Deloitte, said: “Financial services companies have been awaiting this draft guidance so that they can … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, Financial, Government, Law

Fast-track approval for Trans-European energy network projects

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Corridors for Trans-European energy network projects and the criteria that they must meet to qualify for fast-track approval are set out in a draft regulation endorsed by the Energy Committee on Tuesday. The corridors and criteria deal was struck informally … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Government, Law, Politics, Transportation & Logistics

EIB approves EUR 500 million for trade finance in Greece

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The EIB Board approved a new financing instrument for the first time for Greece. This instrument will allow the Bank to provide trade finance support to Greece for an amount of up to EUR 500 million. President Hoyer … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, European Union, Financial, Greece, Investment

Improving energy efficiency in your home – find out how to reduce your bills

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Households are being encouraged to take part in a new project by the University of Southampton to help reduce their energy bills. Rising energy prices combined with falling winter temperatures provide a powerful incentive for us to … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Education, Energy, Gas & Oil, Science, Technology, United Kingdom

EURid office hours during the festive season

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Brussels, 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The EURid offices will be closed over Christmas (24 and 25 December) and the New Year (31 December – afternoon only – and 1 January). If you are a .eu registrar and need support on those … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Internet & Online, Technology

Proposal for new enforcement framework for international trade rules

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Brussels, 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — On 18 December 2012, the European Commission proposed a new framework to streamline the EU’s ability to enforce its rights in the international trading system. Why is enforcement important? The EU is committed to defend and enforce … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Government, International Trade, Law, Politics

Deloitte Update on Comet (in Administration)

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — In the absence of an acceptable offer for the whole of the business, the Joint Administrators of Comet can confirm that the remaining 35 stores will close today.  A small team will be retained to support the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Financial, Law, Society, United Kingdom

Alternative and Online Dispute Resolution soon to become a reality for European consumers

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Brussels, 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, Tonio Borg, today welcomed the vote on Alternative Dispute Resolution and Online Dispute Resolution (ADR-ODR) in the Internal Market and Consumers Committee. This vote confirms the agreement reached between the European … Read the full press release →

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

STAGECOACH IN £4MILLION NEW BUS DELIVERY FOR WIGAN

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

• New vehicles introduced only weeks after takeover from First Group • 31 new buses to go into operation in local communities • Unlimited weekly travel on Stagecoach buses in Wigan to cost just £9 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Stagecoach is taking delivery of … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Financial, Transportation & Logistics, Travel, United Kingdom

State aid: Commission opens in-depth investigation into payment of dividends by Caixa Geral de Depósitos

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Brussels, 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to examine whether a payment of dividends in September 2012 by Caixa Geral Finance Limited, an affiliate of Caixa Geral de Depósitos (CGD), is in line with EU State … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Investment, Law, Politics, Portugal

Switzerland’s international investment position in 2011

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

International investment position increases – Growth in foreign assets greater than that in foreign liabilities Zurich,  20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — In 2011, the international investment position was shaped by the financial account and falling share prices. In contrast to the previous … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, Financial, Investment, Switzerland

Demand for UK big data specialists to increase by 92% over next five years

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

Those skilled in big data can earn 20% more pay than other IT staff 20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — New research from e-skills UK and SAS, the leader in business analytics software and services, has revealed demand for big data specialists in the UK … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Internet & Online, Technology, United Kingdom

Rezidor appoints Olivier Harnisch as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group today announced the appointment of Olivier Harnisch (45) as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. Harnisch will succeed Wolfgang M. Neumann who is taking over from Kurt Ritter as the company’s new … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Management, Travel

Boards in fast growing technology companies must identify, protect and make money from their intellectual property

Posted on 20, December 2012 by

20-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Carmen Aquerreta, who leads Deloitte’s Research & Development practice said: “Vince Cable’s announcement on the new approach and extra resources of the UK Intellectual Property Office will help companies maximise the value of the intellectual property (IP) … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Management, Science, Technology, United Kingdom

STAGECOACH ANNOUNCES SENIOR APPOINTMENTS AT UK BUS DIVISION

Posted on 19, December 2012 by

19-12-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Stagecoach today (18 December 2012) announced a series of appointments at its UK Bus division as preparations continue for Robert Montgomery to take up the post of Managing Director at the business unit next year. Robert Montgomery, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Management, Transportation & Logistics, Travel, United Kingdom