Category Archives: Environment

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Evonik Unveils Enhanced TEGO® Therm Coatings for EV Battery Safety

(IN BRIEF) Evonik has expanded its TEGO® Therm product range to offer advanced coatings designed to enhance safety for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. These coatings provide superior heat protection and fire resistance, meeting stringent industry standards. Comprising various components, including … Read the full press release

Leighton Asia Awarded Contract to Equip Data Center in Hyderabad, India

(IN BRIEF) Leighton Asia, in collaboration with Sterling and Wilson, has secured a contract to equip a data center in Hyderabad, India. This project expands Leighton Asia’s presence in the data center sector across Asia and highlights its capabilities in … Read the full press release

Jenoptik Group’s Prodomax Secures Significant Orders for Automotive Automation Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Prodomax, part of the Jenoptik Group, secures significant orders exceeding 17 million euros for automotive automation solutions in the second quarter of 2024. These orders, from Tier 1 OEM suppliers, primarily involve delivering automated welding systems for steel … Read the full press release

Forest Management: New tool utilizes Copernicus satellite data and advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to map, mitigate, and prevent threats to EU forests

(IN BRIEF) The Horizon Europe-funded SWIFTT project introduces a tool using Copernicus satellite data and AI to combat forest threats like insect outbreaks, wildfires, and windthrow. This innovation aims to boost productivity and cost-effectiveness for forest managers and policymakers. Forests … Read the full press release

Bechtle Secures Framework Agreement with IT.Niedersachsen to Drive Digitalization in Lower Saxony

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle secures a new framework agreement with IT.Niedersachsen to drive digitalization in Lower Saxony, emphasizing project management and IT consultation services. The agreement spans two years with the potential for extensions, signaling Bechtle’s pivotal role in supporting the … Read the full press release

Nordex Group Surpasses 5 GW Milestone in Nordic Region with Kalistanneva Wind Farm Installation

(IN BRIEF) The Nordex Group celebrates surpassing 5 GW of installed capacity in the Nordic region with the installation of a N163/5.X turbine at the Kalistanneva wind farm in Finland. With over 1,200 turbines across Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway, … Read the full press release

Dürr Introduces Industry-First EcoQPower Paint Shop, Reducing Carbon Footprint by 19.2%

(IN BRIEF) Dürr introduces the EcoQPower paint shop system, designed to significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions in automotive manufacturing. Developed in compliance with EU Taxonomy standards, the system optimizes energy utilization throughout the paint shop process, resulting in … Read the full press release

French Industry Leaders Launch Biotech Open Platform to Drive Innovation in Precision Fermentation

(IN BRIEF) French industry giants Danone and Michelin, in collaboration with American start-up DMC Biotechnologies and Crédit Agricole Centre France, announce the establishment of the Biotech Open Platform. This pioneering initiative aims to accelerate the development of precision fermentation processes, … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole’s CA Auto Bank Unveils Comprehensive Sustainability Plan, Targets Electric Mobility Surge by 2026

(IN BRIEF) CA Auto Bank, a subsidiary of Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility, unveils its ambitious 2024-2026 Sustainability Plan, aiming to drive ethical profits while championing sustainability across its operations. Anchored by four strategic pillars – Sustainable Mobility, Innovation … Read the full press release

Metsä Group Collaborates with ANDRITZ to Pave the Way for Carbon Capture Integration in Bioproduct Mill

(IN BRIEF) Metsä Group and ANDRITZ are pioneering the integration of carbon capture technology within a bioproduct mill, marking a global first in sustainable forestry practices. This strategic collaboration aims to seamlessly incorporate carbon capture modules into the mill’s operations, … Read the full press release

Countdown to Demerger: Cargotec Eyes June Registration, July Trading for Kalmar Shares

(IN BRIEF) Cargotec Corporation’s demerger plan, approved on February 1, 2024, is set to split its Kalmar business area into a new entity, Kalmar Corporation. Shareholders will receive demerger consideration in the form of new shares in Kalmar. Cargotec has … Read the full press release

SAS and Maxwell Centre at University of Cambridge Forge Groundbreaking Collaboration in Healthcare Innovation

(IN BRIEF) SAS and the Maxwell Centre at the University of Cambridge are teaming up to propel healthcare innovation with advanced analytics. This partnership aims to integrate SAS expertise and its SAS® Viya® data and AI platform into the University’s … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Partners with Wood on $46M Contract to Enhance Energy Sustainability in Iraq

(IN BRIEF) Wood secures a $46 million contract over three years from TotalEnergies to provide engineering and consulting services for the Associated Gas Upstream Project in Iraq. The project aims to recover flared gas in the Basra region and includes … Read the full press release

Brazilian Pulp Giant Suzano Enters Partnership with Lenzing Group in Share Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group announces a significant partnership as its main shareholder, B&C Group, and Brazilian pulp producer Suzano S/A sign a long-term agreement regarding Lenzing’s majority stake. Suzano will acquire a 15 percent stake from B&C Group, marking … Read the full press release

Henkel Expands IIoT Offerings with Cutting-Edge Equipment Monitoring and Leak Detection Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Henkel expands its IIoT Loctite Pulse portfolio with two innovative solutions, Smart Rotating Equipment Monitoring and Smart Pipes and Tanks Leak Detection, aimed at enhancing industrial operations’ reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. Leveraging advanced sensor technology and over 70 … Read the full press release

EIF and MDB Collaboration to Foster Economic Development and Job Creation in Malta

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF), in collaboration with the Malta Development Bank (MDB), is set to provide guarantees totaling €20 million to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and small mid-caps in Malta. These guarantees, backed by InvestEU, … Read the full press release

Alstom to Revolutionize Bengaluru Metro with Advanced CBTC Signalling System

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart mobility solutions, has secured a significant contract with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) for Phase 2 expansion. Valued at 96.2 million euros, the contract includes implementing a fully automated CBTC signalling system … Read the full press release

University of Bristol Earns Top 100 Spot in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

(IN BRIEF) In a significant achievement for the University of Bristol, the institution has secured a place in the top 100 in its debut entry into the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. These rankings, which assess over 2,000 leading … Read the full press release

Dispatch, Eneco Collaborate on Groundbreaking Battery Energy Storage System for Renewable Energy in Dordrecht, Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Dutch battery developer Dispatch is embarking on a groundbreaking project to construct the Netherlands’ largest stand-alone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Dordrecht. This 45MW/90MWh utility-scale BESS aims to store surplus energy from renewable sources for grid stabilization, … Read the full press release

Skanska Sells Hørkær Have Project in Denmark to NREP for DKK 737M

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has sold the Hørkær Have multi-family rental project in Herlev, Denmark, to NREP for DKK 737 million. The project, spanning 22,720 square meters, will feature 264 rental apartments with associated parking spaces, all equipped for electric car … Read the full press release

Merck’s Darmstadt Expansion: New €62 Million Facility to Elevate Quality Standards in Life Science

(IN BRIEF) Merck is investing €62 million in a new quality control facility at its Darmstadt headquarters as part of a larger €1.5 billion investment program. Scheduled for completion by mid-2025, the state-of-the-art facility will consolidate 135 employees into a … Read the full press release

Caldic’s Nordic Expansion: Partners with AFRY for New Facility in Jägersro to Boost Sustainable Ingredient Production

(IN BRIEF) Caldic, a global ingredient provider, is consolidating its Nordic factories and headquarters into a new facility in Jägersro, Sweden, with a focus on sustainability. AFRY, having delivered initial designs, is tasked with implementing production processes for the new … Read the full press release

Banking on Climate Resilience: BIS and MAS Launch Project Viridis to Navigate Financial Risks

(IN BRIEF) Project Viridis, a collaborative effort between the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), introduces a groundbreaking blueprint for integrating regulatory frameworks with climate data to address climate-related financial risks. The initiative, outlined … Read the full press release

SWIFTT: A Copernicus-based forest management tool to map, mitigate, and prevent the main threats to EU forests

The solution will increase forest management productivity and cost-effectiveness, and enable forest managers, authorities, and policymakers to deal with forest threats proactively (IN BRIEF) Insect outbreaks, wildfires, and windthrow pose significant threats to European forests, exacerbated by climate change-induced extreme … Read the full press release

Cottbuser Ostsee to Host Germany’s Largest Floating Solar Power Plant by EPH Power Europe

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s largest post-mining lake, the “Cottbuser Ostsee,” is set to host a groundbreaking floating solar plant, scheduled to begin operation in winter 2024/2025. Generating 29,000 MWh of electricity annually, this initiative not only powers thousands of households but … Read the full press release

CMA CGM Group Unveils Seasonal Initiative FRENCH PEAK SERVICE to Strengthen Asia-Europe Shipping Routes

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM Group introduces the FRENCH PEAK SERVICE, a seasonal initiative aimed at addressing the sudden surge in maritime transport demand between Asia, Northern Europe, and the Mediterranean. This service involves deploying seven additional vessels with a capacity … Read the full press release

Infineon’s Latest Offering Revolutionizes Power Supply Management in Telecom Infrastructures

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG introduces Power System Reliability Modeling, a pioneering solution aimed at addressing the rising challenges faced by data centers and telecom infrastructures due to power supply failures. By integrating Infineon’s power monitoring solution, organizations can enhance … Read the full press release

Driving Green Change: FrieslandCampina Honors Dairy Farmers’ Commitment to Sustainability with Substantial Premiums

(IN BRIEF) FrieslandCampina member dairy farmers have received over 245 million euros in premiums for their sustainability efforts in 2023, marking a significant step towards enhancing sustainability within the dairy industry. Through initiatives like the ‘Foqus planet Sustainable development’ program, … Read the full press release

Industry Giants Join Forces to Transform Discarded Tires into Sustainable Automotive Plastics

(IN BRIEF) Neste, Borealis, and Covestro have partnered to recycle discarded tires into high-quality plastics for automotive applications, aiming to drive circularity in the plastics value chain. Through this collaboration, old tires are transformed into raw materials, processed into base … Read the full press release

APA Consortium, Including Grupa Azoty and BASF, Sets Sights on Sustainable Future for Flexible Packaging

(IN BRIEF) Grupa Azoty ATT Polymers, BASF, UBE, ENVALIOR, and DOMO Chemicals have come together to establish the Advanced Packaging Association (APA) AISBL, dedicated to promoting sustainability in the flexible packaging value chain through scientific assessment. By championing polyamide-based packaging … Read the full press release

Swissport’s Frankfurt Air Cargo Center Renews CEIV Pharma Certification, Affirming Commitment to Quality Handling

(IN BRIEF) Swissport’s air cargo center at Frankfurt Airport has once again earned CEIV Pharma certification from IATA, highlighting its commitment to excellence in handling pharmaceutical products. This certification reaffirms Swissport’s dedication to maintaining high-quality standards in pharmaceutical logistics, supporting … Read the full press release

RNLI Receives Generous Donation of £100,000 from ABP for Construction of New D-Class Lifeboat ‘ABP ONE’

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) has generously donated £100,000 to fund the construction of a new D-Class lifeboat, named “ABP ONE,” for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). This donation underscores ABP’s commitment to safety and its recognition of … Read the full press release

Metso Reintroduces OtoVentTM Off-Gas Treatment Technology for Metallurgical and Chemical Industries

(IN BRIEF) Metso unveils the reintroduction of its OtoVentTM off-gas treatment technology, designed to quench various types of off-gases in non-ferrous and ferrous metallurgical processes, as well as in oil, gas, and chemical plants. Widely utilized in modern copper smelters, … Read the full press release

Strategic Marine to Construct Four New Vessels Based on BMT’s Z-Bow Design for Ventus Marine

(IN BRIEF) Ventus Marine, a major player in offshore wind, has opted for BMT’s Z-Bow 27m Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) design to bolster its fleet, contracting Strategic Marine for the construction of four vessels. These vessels, tailored for demanding offshore … Read the full press release

Carbon-Neutral Milk: Valio’s Biogas-Powered Truck Cuts Emissions by 85%

(IN BRIEF) Valio, a dairy company, has introduced a new biogas-powered milk truck that significantly reduces emissions compared to diesel trucks. This initiative aligns with Valio’s goal of achieving carbon-neutral milk production by 2035. The use of biogas not only … Read the full press release

Scania Launches Erinion to Spearhead Electric Charging Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Scania CV AB unveils Erinion, a pioneering venture focused on delivering private and semi-public charging solutions, aiming to facilitate customers’ transition to electric transport. With plans to install 40,000 new charging points at customer locations, Erinion marks a … Read the full press release

Rail to Road: Transporeon and ÖBB Rail Cargo Group Pioneer Eco-Friendly Transport Options

(IN BRIEF) Transporeon, in collaboration with ÖBB Rail Cargo Group, has announced an expansion of their partnership to offer new rail and multimodal transport corridors, following their joint win of the Austrian Logistics Prize 2024. This initiative allows customers to … Read the full press release

Lee Ufan Arles and Maison Guerlain Unveil the Art & Environment Prize: Celebrating Creativity with Global Impact

(IN BRIEF) Lee Ufan Arles and Maison Guerlain have united forces to establish the Art & Environment Prize in 2023, an annual accolade celebrating artworks that encapsulate universal significance and philosophical depth resonating with Lee Ufan’s ethos, while also embodying … Read the full press release

Saarland University and DFKI Recognize Breakthroughs in Virtual Reality Haptics

(IN BRIEF) Computer scientist André Zenner, based in Saarbrücken, Germany, has made significant strides in enhancing virtual reality (VR) experiences through tactile sensations, earning the prestigious “Best Dissertation Award” at a leading VR conference. His groundbreaking research focuses on integrating … Read the full press release

Bilfinger Highlights Innovative Industrial Services at ACHEMA 2024

(IN BRIEF) At ACHEMA 2024, Bilfinger, a leading industrial services provider, is showcasing its cutting-edge solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency and promoting sustainability within the process industry. Positioned as a strategic partner, Bilfinger’s booth offers attendees a firsthand look at … Read the full press release