Category Archives: Environment

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Lantmännen Biorefineries adopts AFRY Improve digital platform to enhance production efficiency and sustainability performance

(IN BRIEF) Lantmännen Biorefineries has implemented AFRY’s digital platform AFRY Improve to enhance production efficiency and strengthen sustainability performance at its operations. The platform helps improve production line availability while providing real-time monitoring, decision support, and visualisation tools that enable … Read the full press release

LSEG launches new ESG scoring framework and sustainability analytics platform to improve transparency and comparability for global financial markets

(IN BRIEF) LSEG has launched a new suite of ESG scores and sustainability analytics designed to improve transparency, comparability, and usability of ESG data for financial institutions. Built on a research-driven methodology aligned with global sustainability frameworks such as ISSB, … Read the full press release

EBRD Supports Development of Green-Certified, Earthquake-Resilient Student Dormitory at Özyeğin University in Istanbul

(IN BRIEF) EBRD is providing a US$ 20 million loan to Özyeğin University to finance the construction of a green-certified, earthquake-resilient student dormitory on the university’s Çekmeköy campus in Istanbul. The project aims to address the city’s growing shortage of … Read the full press release

Winter Tests Demonstrate Strong Performance of Digital Automatic Coupling Technology as ÖBB Advances

(IN BRIEF) ÖBB is advancing the modernisation of European rail freight through continued development and testing of Digital Automatic Coupling technology. Using its DAC demo train, ÖBB Rail Cargo Group has conducted extensive winter trials in Austria to evaluate how … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Group Expands Offshore Services Presence in Brazil Through Remazel Acquisition of H Tech

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri Group announced that its subsidiary Remazel has completed the acquisition of 100 percent of the share capital of H Tech Serviços e Manutenção Ltda., a Brazilian company specializing in inspection and maintenance services for offshore plants. The … Read the full press release

Metso Wins €39 Million Equipment Order for Artemis Gold’s Blackwater Mine Expansion in British Columbia

(IN BRIEF) Metso has received orders worth EUR 39 million to supply crushing and grinding equipment for the Expanded Phase 2 development of Artemis Gold’s Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia, Canada. The orders were booked partly in the second … Read the full press release

EQT Real Estate Acquires 4.3 Million Square Foot U.S. Logistics Portfolio from Mapletree Investments

(IN BRIEF) EQT Real Estate has acquired a 25-property logistics portfolio totaling more than 4.3 million square feet across major U.S. industrial markets from Mapletree Investments through its EQT Real Estate Industrial Value Fund VI. The properties are located in … Read the full press release

Marks & Spencer Introduces The Trench for Spring 2026 Combining Heritage Design with Modern Value

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer has introduced The Trench, a new signature coat for Spring 2026 designed to modernize the classic trench silhouette while maintaining affordability at £95. Developed by the M&S in-house design team and inspired by historical designs … Read the full press release

Holcim Achieves Global Top Employer Status for 2026 Reflecting Strong Workplace Culture and Talent Development

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has been named a Global Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, becoming one of only 17 companies worldwide to receive the recognition for excellence in people practices. The certification covers 27 Holcim markets across … Read the full press release

Safran Aircraft Engines Leads €100 Million European Project to Prepare Open Fan Engine Flight Demonstration

(IN BRIEF) Safran Aircraft Engines has launched the TAKE OFF project under the European Union’s Clean Aviation programme to advance the development of the Open Fan engine architecture and prepare it for its first flight demonstration. The initiative brings together … Read the full press release

Henkel Launches Teroson MS 949 FR Adhesive Sealant Meeting EN 45545-2 Fire Safety Standards for Rail Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has introduced Teroson MS 949 FR, a new fire-retardant adhesive sealant designed for railcar applications that combines strong performance with improved sustainability and safety characteristics. The primer-less and tin-free material is suitable for sealing interior and exterior … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank and WTO Sign Landmark Agreement to Support Trade and Investment in Developing Economies

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group and the World Trade Organization Secretariat have signed their first cooperation agreement to promote sustainable global trade and investment. Announced at the EIB Group Forum in Luxembourg, the partnership combines EIB Global financing … Read the full press release

EIB Global Announces Major Financing Package to Expand Renewable Power Access Across Sub-Saharan Africa

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has pledged more than €1 billion to finance renewable energy projects in Sub-Saharan Africa as part of the Mission 300 initiative, which aims to connect 300 million people to electricity by 2030. The financing … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Announces €300 Million Investment to Expand and Modernize European Service Network

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus SE plans to invest approximately €300 million by 2030 to expand and modernize its European service network, marking the largest investment of its kind in the company’s history. The programme will focus on opening … Read the full press release

Thor Offshore Wind Farm Construction Advances as RWE Begins Turbine Installation off Danish Coast

(IN BRIEF) RWE has installed the first turbine at the 1.1-gigawatt Thor offshore wind farm off Denmark’s west coast, marking a major milestone in the construction of the country’s largest offshore wind project. The wind farm will include 72 Siemens … Read the full press release

Henkel Opens €38 Million Innovation Hub in Brazil to Accelerate Adhesive Technology Development in Latin America

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has inaugurated the Inspiration Center Jundiaí in Brazil, a new 5,000-square-meter research and development hub for its Adhesive Technologies business in Latin America. The facility represents an investment of around €38 million and is designed to accelerate … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Partners with Romanian Development Bank to Advance Sustainable Water Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank will advise the Romanian Investment and Development Bank to strengthen climate-resilient water and wastewater infrastructure across Romania. The agreement, signed at the EIB Forum, includes advisory support, capacity building and project preparation assistance to … Read the full press release

EIB Group Unveils 2026–2030 Gender Action Plan to Strengthen Women’s Economic Empowerment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group has launched its third Gender Action Plan for 2026–2030, aimed at advancing gender equality and women’s economic empowerment in Europe and globally. The plan focuses on expanding economic opportunities for women, investing in … Read the full press release

New Memorandum Strengthens Cooperation Between EIB Group and CDP on Infrastructure and Climate

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen strategic investment cooperation in Italy and internationally. The agreement expands joint action in infrastructure, innovation, digitalisation, climate action, SME … Read the full press release

DWS Group Expands Renewable Infrastructure Portfolio with Finnish Onshore Wind Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) DWS Group has acquired the operational Maaselänkangas onshore wind farm in Oulainen, Finland, from wpd Group for an undisclosed amount. The 41.3 MW facility, operational since September 2024, comprises seven Nordex turbines and is expected to generate approximately … Read the full press release