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British Gas Launches “Taking Care of Things” Campaign with Heartwarming Ad Featuring New Brand Characters

(IN BRIEF) British Gas has launched its new brand platform, “Taking care of things,” featuring a heartwarming campaign centered around a lovable family, “The Things,” to represent the company’s dedication to providing reliable home services. The campaign, which includes a … Read the full press release

Evonik Completes Global Transition of PU-Additive Production to Green Electricity, Strengthening Sustainability Commitment

(IN BRIEF) Evonik has completed the transition of its global PU-additive production sites to green electricity, aligning with its sustainability goals of reducing emissions and improving production efficiency. This shift applies to the company’s amine and silicone platforms, and includes … Read the full press release

Fortum Earns Nomination for Best Customer Service in Norway’s Electricity Sector After Significant Customer Engagement

(IN BRIEF) Fortum has been nominated once again for Norway’s Best Customer Service in the electricity sector, reflecting its commitment to customer satisfaction. The nomination follows over 20,000 customer interviews, and the award ceremony will take place during the Customer … Read the full press release

Wood Secures $118 Million in Offshore Operations Contracts with Shell UK, Dana Petroleum, and CNOOC International

(IN BRIEF) Wood has secured contract extensions worth $118 million to continue its operations and maintenance services for Shell UK, Dana Petroleum, and CNOOC International’s UK offshore assets. This expansion reinforces Wood’s reputation as a trusted partner for North Sea … Read the full press release

voestalpine Calls for Continued Electricity Price Compensation to Protect Austria’s Energy-Intensive Industry

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine AG has urged the Austrian federal government to ensure fair competition for Austria’s energy-intensive industries by continuing to use electricity price compensation, a measure already utilized by many EU countries. The company emphasizes that this compensation is … Read the full press release

UP Catalyst, FENC, and Oxylus Energy Win “Best CO2 Utilisation 2025” Award for Transformative Carbon Emission Technologies

(IN BRIEF) The “Best CO2 Utilisation 2025” Innovation Award has been presented to three innovators in the field of carbon capture and utilisation for their groundbreaking work in transforming CO2 emissions into valuable products. UP Catalyst’s technology for producing battery-grade … Read the full press release

Ocean Yield Expands Stake in France LNG Shipping, Enhancing LNG Sector Presence

(IN BRIEF) Ocean Yield AS has increased its stake in France LNG Shipping (FLS), raising its indirect economic interest from 34% to 45%. The transaction will add about USD 250 million to the company’s EBITDA backlog. FLS operates 12 LNG … Read the full press release

Koppö Energia Partners with thyssenkrupp Uhde for E-Methanol Plant Using Green Hydrogen and CO2

(IN BRIEF) Koppö Energia has chosen thyssenkrupp Uhde’s green methanol technology for its e-methanol plant in Kristinestad, Finland, part of a power-to-x project aimed at producing sustainable e-methanol for maritime and e-gasoline markets. This plant will capture CO2 and use … Read the full press release

SGS Expands Certification Services to Support New E-Micromobility Safety Regulations in New South Wales

(IN BRIEF) SGS is expanding its testing and certification services to comply with new regulations in New South Wales, Australia, aimed at improving the safety of e-micromobility devices and batteries. This expansion allows SGS to issue certifications for e-bikes, e-scooters, … Read the full press release

Ørsted Halts Hornsea 4 Offshore Wind Project in the UK Due to Rising Costs and Increased Risks

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has decided to discontinue the Hornsea 4 offshore wind project due to increased costs, higher interest rates, and elevated risks, making the project’s current execution untenable. The company plans to explore alternative options for the project while … Read the full press release

Euronext introduces new initiatives to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy in energy, security and defense sectors

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has introduced a series of initiatives focused on enhancing Europe’s strategic autonomy in energy, defense, and technology. These initiatives include the launch of thematic indices targeting energy security, aerospace, defense, and strategic autonomy. Additionally, Euronext is updating … Read the full press release

DNV Launches Advanced Solar Resource Measurement Stations to Boost Italy’s Renewable Energy Efforts

(IN BRIEF) DNV has launched a network of advanced solar resource measurement stations across Italy to support the country’s renewable energy goals. These stations measure solar irradiance, albedo, and soiling data to optimize energy output, particularly for bifacial solar modules, … Read the full press release

DNV and Havtil’s collaboration on AI-driven safety improvements targets dropped object incidents in offshore industry

(IN BRIEF) DNV and the Norwegian Ocean Industry Authority (Havtil) have launched a collaborative project to enhance offshore safety using artificial intelligence (AI). Their report, focusing on reducing risks related to dropped objects, demonstrates how AI can extract valuable insights … Read the full press release

DNV and Ørsted Achieve Milestone in Carbon Capture and Storage Project Bifrost with Feasibility Study Approval for CO2 Transportation via Repurposed Pipeline

(IN BRIEF) DNV and Ørsted have achieved a major milestone in the development of Project Bifrost, a CCS project aimed at CO₂ underground storage in the Danish North Sea. DNV has granted a Statement of Feasibility (SoF) for repurposing Ørsted’s … Read the full press release

GTT strengthens position as global leader in vessel performance management with Danelec acquisition

(IN BRIEF) GTT has signed an agreement with Verdane to acquire Danelec, a leading maritime data solutions provider, for €194 million. This acquisition positions GTT as the global leader in vessel performance management and enhances its presence in the Voyage … Read the full press release

BayWa AG successfully completes sale of stake in RWA Raiffeisen Ware Austria, reducing liabilities by over €500 million

(IN BRIEF) BayWa AG has completed the sale of its 47.53% stake in RWA Raiffeisen Ware Austria AG (RWA AG), a move that reduces its bank liabilities by over €500 million. The transaction, worth €176 million, followed the necessary regulatory … Read the full press release

Salzgitter Group Commits to Sustainability with €100 Million Investment in Energy Efficient Furnace and Heat Recovery System

(IN BRIEF) The Salzgitter Group is investing a substantial amount in a new walking beam furnace and waste gas heat utilization system at its hot strip mill, aimed at significantly reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions. The walking beam furnace … Read the full press release

National Grid Appoints Zoë Yujnovich as New Chief Executive to Lead the Next Phase of Growth

(IN BRIEF) National Grid plc has announced the appointment of Zoë Yujnovich as its new Chief Executive, effective 17 November 2025. She will succeed John Pettigrew, who is retiring after nearly 10 years in the role. Zoë joins from Shell … Read the full press release

Langley Holdings to Showcase Power Solutions at Datacenter Global Congress 2025

(IN BRIEF) Langley Holdings plc, through its Power Solutions Division, is addressing the growing demand for reliable power solutions by bringing together Bergen Engines, Marelli Motori, and Piller Power Systems. At the Datacenter Global Congress 2025, Langley’s team, including founder … Read the full press release

Infineon Launches CoolSET™ System in Package (SiP) for Efficient Power Delivery in Home Appliances and AI Servers

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has launched the CoolSET™ System in Package (SiP), a compact and integrated power controller designed to deliver efficient power for applications like home appliances and AI servers. This innovative product eliminates the need for an external … Read the full press release