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Arkema and Senior strengthen strategic partnership to advance next-generation battery materials and separators

(IN BRIEF) Arkema and Senior have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen their strategic cooperation and accelerate innovation across the battery value chain, focusing on advanced materials, separator technologies and scalable manufacturing processes. The partnership will target improvements in … Read the full press release

BASF’s advanced stabilizers integrated into Xfloat’s floating solar platforms to deliver certified long-term durability

(IN BRIEF) Xfloat and BASF have partnered to enhance the durability and sustainability of floating solar systems by integrating BASF’s Tinuvin® 2730 ED light stabilizer into Xfloat’s HDPE floating platforms, enabling them to withstand harsh environmental conditions for over 30 … Read the full press release

Hempel, Maersk, and Yangzijiang Shipyard successfully integrate advanced silicone coating into newbuilding process

(IN BRIEF) Hempel has completed the first-ever application of its next-generation silicone hull coating Hempaguard NB on a newly built vessel, Tangier Maersk, during construction at Yangzijiang Shipyard in China, marking a significant step in integrating advanced coatings into newbuilding … Read the full press release

Atos achieves leadership position in ISG’s new benchmark for digital sustainability across IT consulting, engineering, and managed services

(IN BRIEF) Atos has been named a Leader in Digital Sustainability IT Solutions and Services in Europe by Information Services Group after being evaluated alongside more than 35 providers in a comprehensive benchmark of green IT capabilities. The recognition reflects … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA surpasses TL 1 trillion in sustainable finance and reinforces long-term climate and nature-focused strategy

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has surpassed TL 1 trillion in sustainable finance as of January 2026, in line with its updated TL 3.5 trillion target for 2018–2029, reflecting its long-term commitment to financing projects with positive environmental and social impact. … Read the full press release

TUM launches Center for Alpine Forest Management to safeguard Bavaria’s protective mountain forests under climate change

(IN BRIEF) TUM has launched the Center for Alpine Forest Management with support from the Eva Mayr-Stihl Foundation to study how climate change is affecting Bavaria’s protective mountain forests and to develop strategies for their long-term preservation. The center brings … Read the full press release

Ørsted sells its European onshore wind, solar, and battery portfolio to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners to refocus on offshore wind

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has agreed to sell its entire European onshore renewable energy business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for EUR 1.44 billion, with expected closing in Q2 2026 subject to regulatory approval, marking the completion of its previously announced divestment … Read the full press release

Gasum expands biogas infrastructure in southern Finland to enable cleaner road and maritime logistics through the Port of Hanko

(IN BRIEF) Gasum has opened a new biogas filling station in Raseborg along the Hanko road, offering both liquefied and compressed biogas to support low-emission passenger and heavy-duty transport, particularly for cargo traffic serving the Port of Hanko. The station … Read the full press release

ABB introduces next-generation Automation Extended ecosystem combining DCS reliability with AI, analytics, and IoT capabilities

(IN BRIEF) ABB has introduced its Automation Extended program, a strategic evolution of its distributed control systems designed to help industries modernize their automation infrastructure without disrupting operations or risking system integrity. The initiative builds on ABB’s established platforms such … Read the full press release

Arkema Earns EcoVadis Gold Medal and Ranks Among Top 2 Percent of Companies for Sustainability Performance

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal in recognition of its strong commitment to sustainable development, achieving a score of 84 out of 100 and ranking among the top 2 percent of evaluated companies worldwide in December … Read the full press release

Volvo Construction Equipment Completes SEK 7 Billion Acquisition of Swecon and Integrates Retail Operations Across Northern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Construction Equipment has completed its acquisition of Swecon after receiving approval from the European Commission, taking over Swecon’s operations in Sweden, Germany, and the Baltic countries, including Entrack, in a deal valued at SEK 7 billion. The … Read the full press release

ORLEN Opens Fifth Public Hydrogen Refuelling Station in Piła and Strengthens Low-Emission Transport in Wielkopolska

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN has opened its fifth publicly accessible hydrogen refuelling station in Poland in the city of Piła, providing low-emission fuel for both municipal buses and private vehicles. Under a supply agreement, ORLEN will deliver 219,000 kilograms of hydrogen … Read the full press release

New Vattenfall Research Highlights Rising Consumer Commitment to Fossil-Free Energy and Lasting Changes in Everyday Habits

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall’s latest Energy Barometer reveals that while European consumers are broadly optimistic about the energy transition, most believe stronger government support is needed to drive meaningful progress. The survey, conducted by Statista across five countries, shows that half … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA Earns Triple Recognition at the 2026 Global Finance Sustainable Finance Awards for Its Impact-Driven Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has been recognized at the 2026 Global Finance Sustainable Finance Awards, winning three distinctions that underline its leadership in sustainable banking and its measurable impact across Türkiye and Central and Eastern Europe. The bank received the … Read the full press release

CapMan and Scandic Finalise Heritage-Led, Low-Carbon Refurbishment of Hotel Laajavuori Ahead of Winter Season

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate and Scandic have completed a full, two-phase refurbishment of the historic Hotel Laajavuori in Jyväskylä, delivering 117 newly upgraded rooms ahead of the winter peak season while preserving the building’s architectural identity. The renovation modernised … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Hosts National Transport and Energy Leaders to Advance Joined-Up Strategy for Zero-Emission Bus Networks

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach hosted a high-level roundtable at its Nuneaton depot bringing together policymakers, transport operators, and energy experts to examine how the UK can accelerate the transition to zero-emission buses through joined-up decision-making. Convened with Campaign for Better Transport, … Read the full press release

Bull Relaunches as Independent Global Leader in High-Performance Computing and Sovereign AI Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Bull has officially relaunched as a global leader in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum technologies, reviving a historic European technology brand for a new era. The relaunch supports Bull’s transition toward independence following a share purchase agreement … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Launches ThinkCircularity Programme to Recycle ThinkTop Components and Advance Circular Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has launched ThinkCircularity, a take-back programme that enables recycling and reuse of materials from its ThinkTop valve control units. The pilot has shown that recycled plastic from returned units can be used in new products without … Read the full press release

National Grid Launches Triton Digital Twin Platform to Accelerate Electricity Network Planning and Support Decarbonisation Goals

(IN BRIEF) National Grid has launched Triton, a digital twin and data visualisation platform developed with Atos to modernise electricity network planning across Great Britain. By creating a digital replica of the transmission system and consolidating thousands of datasets, Triton … Read the full press release

Bekaert Agrees to Acquire Bridgestone Tire Reinforcement Businesses in China and Thailand, Strengthening Global Market Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Bekaert has agreed to acquire Bridgestone’s tire reinforcement businesses in China and Thailand, including two captive steel cord manufacturing facilities, alongside a long-term supply agreement with Bridgestone. Expected to close in the first half of 2026, the transaction … Read the full press release