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Energy, Gas & Oil Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

SABIO GROUP TAKES IT’S ‘DISRUPT’ CX PROGRAMME ACROSS EUROPE

(IN BRIEF) Sabio Group announced that its highly regarded “Disrupt” digital customer experience transformation programme is expanding across Europe in 2025, now reaching three major cities: Madrid, London, and Paris. This expansion comes as the CX industry faces rapid AI … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Elevates Hygienic Processing with Next-Generation Valve Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has expanded its range of hygienic valves with the launch of the Unique SSV Pressure Relief Valve and the Leakage Detection Butterfly Valve, along with introducing new smaller sizes of the Unique Mixproof CIP and Process … Read the full press release

University of St.Gallen Alumnus Vincent Vida Leads Upgrain’s Sustainable Revolution in Food Upcycling

(IN BRIEF) Upgrain, a rising star in the food upcycling arena, transforms brewer’s grain into premium proteins and fibers. Founded in 2021 by University of St.Gallen alumnus Vincent Vida, the startup repurposes nutrient-rich brewing waste that would otherwise be discarded. … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Trucks Conquer Extreme Winter Tests on the Simplon Pass

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck’s development team has advanced its innovation efforts by testing the first prototypes of the new Mercedes-Benz GenH2 fuel cell trucks. These vehicles underwent intensive winter testing on the Simplon Pass in Valais, where extreme weather and … Read the full press release

British Gas Launches Earth Hour Challenge Offering Annual Free Electricity to Energy Savers

(IN BRIEF) British Gas is encouraging its customers to participate in Earth Hour on 22nd March 2025, from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, by reducing their electricity usage in a bid to conserve energy. In a bid to reward this effort, 10 … Read the full press release

Hydro to Bolster European Energy Networks with New Wire Rod Casthouse in Karmøy

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has unveiled plans to invest in a new wire rod casthouse at its Karmøy aluminium smelter in Norway, aiming to supply aluminium for Europe’s critical energy infrastructure. With a production capacity of 110,000 tonnes per year, the … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Strengthens Global Energy Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition of Fives Cryogenics

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has announced a binding put-option agreement to acquire Fives Cryogenics from Fives Group for EUR 800 million on a cash and debt-free basis. Fives Cryogenics, based in France, is a leader in cryogenic heat transfer and … Read the full press release

Revolutionizing Commercial Transport: JOST Unveils Next-Generation Safety, Efficiency, and Eco Innovations at Transport Herning

(IN BRIEF) JOST, a leader in safety-critical systems for commercial vehicles, is gearing up to showcase a diverse range of innovative products at Transport Herning, Scandinavia’s top transport fair running from April 3 to 5. The company is highlighting its … Read the full press release

EIB Finalizes €405 Million Loan to Power Poland’s Energy Transition with Major Grid Upgrades

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has signed a loan agreement of 1.7 billion Polish zlotys (€405 million) with Orlen, which will finance major upgrades to Poland’s electricity network through its subsidiary, Energa Operator. This installment is the final tranche … Read the full press release

Revolutionizing Sanitation: New Riachuelo Wastewater Treatment Facility Nears Completion in Buenos Aires

(IN BRIEF) The Riachuelo System in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is nearing its completion with Lot 2, which involves building one of the world’s largest wastewater treatment plants. Managed by Fisia Italimpianti on behalf of AySA and part of a broader … Read the full press release

MAHLE Achieves Top ‘A’ Rating and Leadership Status in Global Climate Protection Efforts

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE Group has been honored by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) with an “A” rating in the Climate Protection category, along with a new “Leadership” classification. This accolade reflects MAHLE’s significant efforts in reducing CO₂ emissions, as evidenced … Read the full press release

Elevating Energy Management: TeraHive Secures Prestigious cTUVus Certifications for Advanced Smart Energy Solutions

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has awarded multiple cTUVus certifications to TeraHive for its innovative Intelligent Energy Management products, namely the TeraHive Smart Switch and TeraHive Energy Suite. The certifications confirm compliance with critical U.S. standards such as UL 1741, UL … Read the full press release

Voith Unveils Dual-Fuel Water Tractors Featuring Next-Generation Propulsion and Control Systems

(IN BRIEF) Voith has introduced two innovative TRAktor V3900-DF water tractors featuring a dual-fuel drive system capable of operating on both LNG and diesel. The vessels are enhanced by two newly developed Voith Schneider Propellers (VSP) type 32X6/265, ensuring superior … Read the full press release

ORLEN Secures Second LNG Supply Contract with Naftogaz to Bolster Ukraine’s Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN and Naftogaz of Ukraine have signed a new natural gas supply contract, ensuring deliveries for Ukrainian consumers starting in April. This is the second contract under a cooperation agreement signed earlier this year, with the gas being … Read the full press release

HomeForOurPlanet: IKEA Spain and Guggenheim Bilbao Ignite Youth Innovation for Climate Solutions

(IN BRIEF) IKEA Spain, together with the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and Ingka Group, is launching the HomeForOurPlanet ideas competition across Spain, targeting young people between 18 and 35. This initiative is designed to mobilize innovative solutions to combat the climate … Read the full press release

New ‘Nutzen statt Abregeln’ Initiative Puts Excess Renewable Energy to Work with First PtH Unit ‘Karoline’

(IN BRIEF) The Power-to-Heat unit “Karoline” has become the first participant in the newly launched “Nutzen statt Abregeln” program under §13k of the Energy Industry Act. This initiative, designed to minimize renewable energy curtailment and reduce redispatch costs, incentivizes the … Read the full press release

Nordex Secures 94 MW Order in Nova Scotia with Advanced Cold-Climate Turbine Solutions

(IN BRIEF) A wind energy project developer has ordered 16 N163/5.X turbines from the Nordex Group for a 94 MW project in Nova Scotia, with a 25-year service agreement included. The turbines, each rated at 5.9 MW, will be installed … Read the full press release

Equinor Strengthens European Energy Security with New Halten East Gas Exports

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has announced that natural gas from its Halten East field will be exported to Europe, a move that significantly strengthens the region’s energy security. The press release details how years of investment and technological advancements have enabled … Read the full press release

Shell and Brevik Engineering’s LCO₂ Carrier Design Earns DNV’s Nod for Maritime Innovation

(IN BRIEF) DNV has issued an approval in principle for a newly developed LCO₂ carrier design, a project undertaken by Shell and Brevik Engineering. The vessel design has been rigorously evaluated and is recognized for meeting the stringent safety, technical, … Read the full press release

METLEN Group Celebrates Third Year of Global Sustainability Accolades in Emerging Markets

(IN BRIEF) For the third consecutive year, METLEN Group has once again been recognized for its excellence in sustainability, being named in both the Dow Jones Best in Class Emerging Markets Sustainability Index and the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook. This … Read the full press release