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Eni’s Q1 2024 Results Show Accelerated Growth and Strategic Portfolio Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Eni’s Board of Directors, under the leadership of Giuseppe Zafarana, approved the unaudited consolidated results for Q1 2024, showcasing an accelerated transformation of the company’s portfolio. CEO Claudio Descalzi highlighted key achievements, including the acquisition of Neptune Energy … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s Elli and EnerKíte Introduce Game-Changing Energy-Autonomous EV Charging Solution

(IN BRIEF) At the Hannover Messe, Volkswagen Group’s subsidiary Elli, in collaboration with airborne wind turbine manufacturer EnerKíte and the Technical University of Braunschweig, unveils a pioneering research project with potential to revolutionize electric vehicle charging. The project harnesses high-altitude … Read the full press release

Neste Recognizes Global Contractors with Contractor Safety Award During Safety Week

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a leading provider of renewable fuels and sustainable solutions, has honored several contractors globally with the Contractor Safety Award as part of its annual Safety Week, commencing on April 22. The award acknowledges contractors’ outstanding safety commitment … Read the full press release

Vattenfall and BASF Strengthen Renewable Energy Partnership with Nordlicht Wind Farm Deal

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall and BASF have finalized an agreement for the sale of 49 percent of Vattenfall’s Nordlicht 1 and 2 wind farms to BASF, deepening their collaboration in renewable energy. Nordlicht, Vattenfall’s largest offshore wind project to date, is … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Launches Shareholder Month: A Virtual Space for Investor Engagement

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, a leading European electricity company, inaugurates Shareholder Month, an event that includes the 2024 General Shareholders’ Meeting, emphasizing investor engagement. The virtual space, featuring thematic rooms, aims to inform and involve shareholders in discussions covering environmental, social, … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Showcases Cutting-Edge Industrial Innovations at Hannover Messe 2024

(IN BRIEF) At Hannover Messe 2024, Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is set to unveil its latest advancements in industrial technology. Focused on driving productivity and efficiency while promoting sustainability, Schneider Electric’s innovations include industrial … Read the full press release

Logicor’s Solar Initiative: Powering Sustainable Logistics in Spain

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, Europe’s leading logistics real estate owner, manager, and developer, has completed the installation of a 532 kWp photovoltaic (PV) plant near Girona, Spain. This initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by 180 tons annually while providing sustainable … Read the full press release

ROHM and STMicroelectronics Expand SiC Substrate Supply Deal to Bolster Semiconductor Capacity

(IN BRIEF) ROHM and STMicroelectronics have announced the expansion of their multi-year agreement for the supply of silicon carbide (SiC) substrate wafers. This deal, valued at a minimum of $230 million, will see larger volumes of SiC substrate wafers being … Read the full press release

Neste Successfully Converts Discarded Tires into High-Quality Raw Material for Chemicals and Plastics

(IN BRIEF) Neste has achieved a significant milestone in chemical recycling by processing pyrolysis oil derived from discarded vehicle tires, supplied by Scandinavian Enviro Systems, into high-quality raw material for new plastics and chemicals at its refinery in Porvoo, Finland. … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and OQ Finalize Marsa LNG Project, Pioneering Low-Emission LNG Production in Oman

(IN BRIEF) During a visit to Muscat, Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, reaffirmed the enduring partnership between TotalEnergies and Oman by announcing the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Marsa LNG project. This project, in collaboration with OQ, … Read the full press release

SFC Energy Unveils EFOY H₂PowerPack X50 at HANNOVER MESSE 2024

(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy AG announces its participation in the upcoming HANNOVER MESSE 2024, showcasing its latest innovation, the EFOY H₂PowerPack X50. This new product, boasting a cluster power output of up to 200 kW, marks a significant advancement in … Read the full press release

DNV Bolsters Presence in Aquaculture Sector with Full Ownership of Ocean Ecology

(IN BRIEF) DNV has completed the acquisition of Ocean Ecology, a leading UK marine environmental consultancy, solidifying its position in the aquaculture and biodiversity sector. Previously majority-owned by Åkerblå, Ocean Ecology has established itself as a trusted provider of marine … Read the full press release

Neste and New Jersey Natural Gas Collaborate to Slash Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Renewable Diesel

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a global leader in renewable diesel production, teams up with New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) to tackle greenhouse gas emissions by adopting Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ for NJNG’s medium-duty trucks and equipment fleet. This initiative marks NJNG … Read the full press release

Lithuania Advances Rail Electrification with EUR 200 Million Investment in Electric and Battery Trains

(IN BRIEF) A financing agreement between the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link signals a significant step forward for Lithuania’s rail sector. The agreement, totaling EUR 200 million, will facilitate the purchase of nine … Read the full press release

Hydro Expands Recycling Capacity to Accelerate Decarbonization Efforts

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has inaugurated the Høyanger Recycling facility, a significant step in its commitment to decarbonize the aluminium value chain and foster a circular economy. With an investment of NOK 240 million, the purpose-built facility, located near its primary … Read the full press release

ORLEN Group Electrifies Sleipner Field, Slashing Carbon Emissions

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN Group continues its commitment to sustainability with the electrification of the Sleipner field in the North Sea, connecting it to clean energy generated onshore. This initiative will result in the prevention of 160,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide … Read the full press release

DNV Grants Class and Statutory Certificates to Fortescue’s Green Pioneer, Pioneering Ammonia-Powered Vessel

(IN BRIEF) During Singapore Maritime Week, DNV awarded Australian company Fortescue with class and statutory certificates for its revolutionary dual-fuelled ammonia-powered ship, the ‘Green Pioneer’. This achievement marked the culmination of a project initiated in 2021, with DNV engaged to … Read the full press release

GTT Group Names Jean-Baptiste Choimet as New CEO, Maintains Philippe Berterottière as Chairman

(IN BRIEF) The GTT Group has announced the appointment of Jean-Baptiste Choimet as its new Chief Executive Officer effective June 12, 2024. Currently serving as a member of GTT’s Executive committee and Managing Director of Elogen, a subsidiary specializing in … Read the full press release

Katya Somohano Silva Appointed as CEO of Iberdrola Mexico to Spearhead Growth Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Katya Somohano Silva has been appointed as the CEO of Iberdrola Mexico, tasked with leading the company’s new phase of growth in the country. Backed by the support of the Iberdrola Group and a dynamic local team, Somohano … Read the full press release

Svenska kraftnät Awards AFRY Contract for Strengthening Transmission Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Svenska kraftnät, the Swedish state-owned enterprise, is embarking on an ambitious project called NordSyd to enhance the transmission network between electricity areas 2 and 3, aimed at facilitating the energy transition. AFRY has secured the contract for constructing … Read the full press release