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Fortum Acquires 4.4 GW Finnish Wind‑Development Portfolio from ABO Energy

(IN BRIEF) Fortum will purchase ABO Energy’s Finnish wind‑power development portfolio, adding 4.4 GW to its Nordic pipeline for €40 million at closing, with earn‑outs potentially bringing the total to €70 million. Closing is expected in Q4 2025, and initial projects may become ready‑to‑build … Read the full press release

EIB grants €120 million to AGSM AIM to modernise Veneto power grids and support REPowerEU goals

(IN BRIEF) EIB and AGSM AIM signed a €120 million loan to strengthen and modernise electricity grids in Vicenza, Verona and Grezzana. Implemented by V-RETI S.p.A., the investment will enhance efficiency, resilience and sustainability, supporting EU decarbonisation, digitalisation and REPowerEU … Read the full press release

Daimler Buses unveils Mercedes‑Benz eIntouro, NMC4 batteries for eCitaro and Omniplus Charge infrastructure services at Busworld Europe 2025

(IN BRIEF) At Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels, Daimler Buses will present eight vehicles indoors (plus three outside) and spotlight major advances in electromobility, safety and digital services. Headlining the lineup is the all-electric Mercedes‑Benz eIntouro, offered in two lengths … Read the full press release

Expro’s BRUTE Armor Packer proves 12,850 psid performance and delivers first 20″/22″ high-expansion system for 20k deepwater projects in the Gulf of America

(IN BRIEF) Expro has introduced the BRUTE® Armor Packer—its most advanced high-pressure, high-tensile system—for deepwater wells, offering the market’s highest differential pressure rating and the ability to set higher in the wellbore to save rig time and reduce risk. Combined … Read the full press release

DNV validates Electric Hydrogen’s HYPRPlant as industry-standard, power-dense turnkey electrolyzer after multi-year testing and factory audit

(IN BRIEF) DNV has completed a comprehensive review of Electric Hydrogen’s second-generation HYPRPlant electrolyzer, confirming compliance with industry standards in process design, safety and manufacturing. The turnkey PEM system—available in 75, 100 and 120 MW variants—achieves high power density, cutting … Read the full press release

Martijn Bergink to lead Alfa Laval Marine Division from 1 September 2025 as Sameer Kalra retires after a decade of transformation

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has appointed long-time executive Martijn Bergink as President of its Marine Division, effective 1 September 2025. Bergink, who joined the company in 1998 and currently leads the Business Unit Pumping Systems and serves as Managing Director … Read the full press release

Centrica commits £1.3 billion for 15% of Sizewell C securing inflation‑linked RAB returns and a 20‑year power offtake

(IN BRIEF) Centrica will invest £1.3 billion for a 15% stake in Sizewell C, joining HM Government, La Caisse, EDF and Amber Infrastructure under a RAB model that offers inflation‑protected returns and protections against overruns. The project provides a 10.8% real … Read the full press release

Linde accelerates U.S. space launch support with major gas capacity boosts in Florida and a new Texas ASU coming online by 2026–2027

(IN BRIEF) Linde has signed two new long-term agreements to supply bulk industrial gases for U.S. rocket launches and will invest accordingly in two key sites. The company will expand its Mims, Florida facility—previously enlarged in 2020 and 2024—to add … Read the full press release

EBRD Provides €90 Million to ENGIE Romania for 250 MW Renewable Expansion

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has committed a €90 million loan to ENGIE Romania to fund at least 250 MW of new solar and wind projects by 2028, marking the first joint renewable energy partnership between the two institutions; ENGIE Romania, part of … Read the full press release

Perse Technology Partners with EDF to Hit Emissions and Cost Reduction Targets for SMEs

(IN BRIEF) Perse Technology has partnered with EDF to roll out the Optimise Platform, enabling UK SMEs to evaluate and implement cost‑effective, low‑carbon solutions such as solar panels and heat pumps without onsite surveys; the data‑driven tool calculates both financial … Read the full press release

BP Taps CRH Veteran Albert Manifold as Next Board Chair

IN BRIEF) BP has appointed Albert Manifold—former CEO of CRH plc—as its next chair. He will join the board on 1 September and take over from Helge Lund on 1 October. Manifold’s tenure at CRH saw significant portfolio reshaping, capital discipline, and … Read the full press release

RWE and TORC Forge Blueprint for Offshore Oyster Reef Restoration in North Sea Wind Farms

(IN BRIEF) RWE and The Oyster Restoration Company completed a six‑month feasibility study confirming that native oyster reefs can be restored at scale within North Sea offshore wind farms. Conducted at TORC’s Scottish hatchery, the research tested substrates like shells … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA Funds Strategic Electricity Infrastructure Upgrades for Uludağ Elektrik in Türkiye’s Marmara Region

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA is financing Uludağ Elektrik Dağıtım A.Ş.’s electricity distribution investments across Türkiye’s Marmara region, covering key provinces such as Bursa, Balıkesir, Çanakkale, and Yalova. Serving four million customers, these investments are vital to enhancing energy security, efficiency, … Read the full press release

METLEN and Copec EMOAC Partner to Deliver 450 GWh of Renewable Energy in Chile with Nighttime Storage Support

(IN BRIEF) METLEN has signed a 15-year agreement with Copec EMOAC to deliver 450 GWh of renewable electricity annually from four solar plants in Chile, beginning in Q2 2026. The deal includes energy delivery during nighttime hours, supported by 322 … Read the full press release

bp Agrees to Sell 1.3 GW Net US Onshore Wind Portfolio to LS Power

(IN BRIEF) bp has agreed to sell its US onshore wind arm, comprising ten operating wind farms totalling 1.7 GW gross (1.3 GW net) in seven states, to LS Power. The business—including the experienced bp Wind Energy team—will join LS Power’s Clearlight Energy fleet, boosting … Read the full press release

REN Tops CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment with A Rating After Steady Climb

(IN BRIEF) REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais has been honoured with an “A” rating in CDP’s 2024 Supplier Engagement Assessment, reflecting the company’s leadership in embedding sustainability within its supplier relationships. This marks a notable progression from a “D” rating … Read the full press release

Landmark €500 Million Green Bond Issuance by Electrica Attracts EIB Support and Oversubscribes Tenfold

(IN BRIEF) Electrica has issued Romania’s first corporate green bond, raising €500 million with strong oversubscription—demand was more than ten times the supply. The bond, backed by investors including the EIB, will be listed in Luxembourg and Bucharest. Funds will support … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Group Unveils €15.5 Billion Boost for Water, Transport, Housing, Energy and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) During their July meetings, the EIB and EIF boards approved a combined €15.5 billion in fresh financing: €14.5 billion from the EIB and €1 billion from the EIF. Key priorities include the launch of a €40 billion Water Resilience Programme to improve … Read the full press release

Regiobahn to Launch Battery‑Electric Trains on RE 47 Route in 2026

(IN BRIEF) Regiobahn will introduce three Mireo Smart Plus B battery trains on the RE 47 line in summer 2026, replacing diesel units with emission‑free two‑car sets capable of 120 km ranges and 140 km/h speeds. These trains recharge under existing overhead lines or during … Read the full press release

RWE’s New 53 MW Mondonuovo Wind Farm in Apulia Powers 55,000 Homes

(IN BRIEF) RWE has officially commissioned the 53.1 MW Mondonuovo wind farm in Apulia, featuring nine 5.9 MW turbines to supply green power for up to 55,000 households. This milestone brings RWE’s total Italian renewables capacity to 589 MW across 17 wind farms … Read the full press release