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Vaisala’s Xweather Optimize Helps District Heating Providers Save €300,000 Annually by Improving Weather Forecast Accuracy

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala’s Xweather Optimize enhances the accuracy of weather forecasts for district heating providers, leading to savings of up to €300,000 annually. By improving forecast accuracy, district heating operators can optimize energy production and distribution, reduce operational costs, and … Read the full press release

RWE Installs First Monopile at Thor Offshore Wind Farm, Advancing Towards Denmark’s Largest Renewable Energy Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE has installed the first monopile at the Thor offshore wind farm, marking the beginning of the largest renewable energy project in Denmark. The wind farm, set to be fully operational in 2027, will generate enough electricity to … Read the full press release

DSO/TSO Technopedia Platform Launches to Accelerate Smart Grid Adoption Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) DSO Entity and ENTSO-E have launched the DSO/TSO Technopedia platform to advance the development of smart grids across Europe. The platform will showcase technologies supporting smart grid rollouts and provide system operators with valuable insights into effective applications … Read the full press release

Vitol Bunkers Introduces FuelEU Compliant Co-Processed Bunkering Fuel, First Delivered to Elandra Falcon in Fujairah

(IN BRIEF) Vitol Bunkers has introduced FuelEU compliant co-processed bunkering fuel, the first delivery of which was made to the Elandra Falcon vessel in Fujairah. Produced at Vitol’s refinery, this fuel meets the RMG380 VLSFO grade and will be marketed … Read the full press release

GEA NEXUS: A Holistic Approach to Energy Efficiency and Emission Reduction in Food, Dairy, and Beverage Industries

(IN BRIEF) GEA is introducing its GEA NEXUS solution at IFFA 2025, a comprehensive engineering approach aimed at minimizing energy use and carbon footprints in the food, dairy, and beverage industries. By integrating heating and cooling solutions, GEA NEXUS can … Read the full press release

GreenPowerMonitor Unveils Enhanced Energy Management Solutions to Support the Transition to Hybrid Energy Plants

(IN BRIEF) GreenPowerMonitor (GPM), now part of DNV, has introduced important advancements in its energy management solutions aimed at supporting the transition to hybrid energy plants and improving grid stability. These updates include the Hybrid Energy Management System (HEMS) and … Read the full press release

Nils Oscar Brewery Reduces Water Usage by 70% in Brewing Process with Alfa Laval’s Optiwia™ System

(IN BRIEF) Nils Oscar Brewery in Sweden, in collaboration with Alfa Laval, has implemented the Optiwia™ system, which reduces water consumption by up to 70% in their separation process. This initiative addresses the brewing industry’s need for water conservation, where … Read the full press release

Snam’s BW Singapore Unit Successfully Commissioned, Strengthening Italy’s Energy Diversification

(IN BRIEF) The BW Singapore regasification unit in Ravenna has completed commissioning and will soon begin operations, adding 5 billion cubic meters to Italy’s LNG regasification capacity. This will bring Italy’s total regasification capacity to 28 billion cubic meters annually, … Read the full press release

ZF Develops Advanced Range Extender Technology to Address Electric Vehicle Range Anxiety

(IN BRIEF) ZF is set to advance its range extender technology with a new generation of systems, which will go into volume production in 2026. Range extenders offer a solution to “range anxiety” in electric vehicles by using a combustion … Read the full press release

DNV Secures Major Technical Services Contract with Gasunie to Support Energy Infrastructure in Netherlands and Germany

(IN BRIEF) Gasunie has awarded DNV a multi-year technical services contract to support the maintenance and innovation of energy infrastructure across the Netherlands and northern Germany. The four-year agreement, with options for two two-year extensions, covers critical services like equipment … Read the full press release

Ingka Investments Launches First Solar Park in Poland, Expanding Commitment to Renewable Energy

(IN BRIEF) Ingka Investments has inaugurated its first solar park in Poland, a 29 MW installation in Recz developed with Enerparc. The project adds to Ingka Group’s renewable energy portfolio in the country, which now includes seven wind farms and … Read the full press release

Equinor Achieves Record-Low Incident Rate as Safety Culture Strengthens

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has reported its best safety performance to date at the close of Q1 2025, with a serious incident frequency of 0.28 per million hours worked and a year-long TRIF of 2.2. No major accidents or serious well … Read the full press release

Liverpool Bay CCS Project Moves to Construction as Eni and UK Government Seal Deal

(IN BRIEF) Eni has reached financial close with the UK Government for the Liverpool Bay CCS project, unlocking the construction phase of the key infrastructure that supports the HyNet Cluster. This marks a significant milestone in the UK’s clean energy … Read the full press release

Eni Confirms Promising Results from Capricornus 1-X Well in Namibia’s Orange Basin

(IN BRIEF) Eni has confirmed the preliminary findings of the Capricornus 1-X well, drilled in Namibia’s Orange Basin under PEL85 by operator Rhino Resources. The well encountered 38 meters of net pay in the Lower Cretaceous with strong reservoir characteristics … Read the full press release

Metsä Group Partners with Gasum to Power Paperboard Mills with Biogas by 2030

(IN BRIEF) Metsä Group is taking a major step toward its goal of operating fully fossil-free mills by 2030 by partnering with Gasum to use biogas in its paperboard production. Metsä Board, which produces 750,000 tonnes of folding boxboard annually … Read the full press release

Henkel Launches AI-Driven, Recyclable Battery Solutions at The Battery Show Europe 2025

(IN BRIEF) At The Battery Show Europe 2025, Henkel will introduce transformative innovations for EV battery systems, including AI-generated virtual adhesives, mica-replacement safety coatings, conductive electrode materials, and advanced debonding technologies. These solutions accelerate battery development, enhance performance, and support … Read the full press release

Neste Transfers NAPCON Digital Business to Lummus Technology in Strategic Global Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Neste has agreed to sell its NAPCON digital solutions business to Lummus Technology, a global leader in hydrocarbon processing technologies. NAPCON includes advanced software for process optimization, AI-driven analytics, and operator training. The deal, expected to close by … Read the full press release

Eckerö Line Becomes Finland’s First Maritime Operator to Use Neste’s Renewable Diesel

(IN BRIEF) Eckerö Line has become the first Finnish maritime company to use Neste MY Renewable Diesel in commercial operations, helping it meet the 2% emissions reduction target of the 2025 FuelEU Maritime regulation. The renewable diesel, produced from 100% … Read the full press release

RWE Begins Construction of 22.8 MW Wind Farm to Power 20,000 Homes Near Papenhagen

(IN BRIEF) RWE has started construction on a new 22.8 MW onshore wind farm near Papenhagen, Germany, with commissioning expected by mid-2026. The site will generate enough green electricity to power around 20,000 households. As part of a community benefit … Read the full press release

ZF Wind Power Unveils World’s Largest Validation Test Rig to Accelerate Innovation in Wind Turbine Systems

(IN BRIEF) ZF Wind Power has commissioned the world’s largest and most powerful wind powertrain validation test rig, now operational at its Test and Prototype Center in Lommel, Belgium. The 30 MW rig is capable of simulating real-world forces on … Read the full press release