Category Archives: Environment

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Spirit Energy Sells 46.25% Interest in Cygnus Gas Field to Ithaca Energy as Part of Long-Term Energy Transition Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Centrica plc has finalized an agreement for Spirit Energy to sell a 46.25% stake in the Cygnus gas field to Ithaca Energy for £215 million. The sale includes £116 million in headline consideration and £99 million in decommissioning … Read the full press release

Anne-Christine Ahrenkiel Joins Hempel as Chief People & Culture Officer and Executive Vice President

(IN BRIEF) Hempel A/S has appointed Anne-Christine Ahrenkiel as its new Chief People & Culture Officer (CPCO) and Executive Vice President, People & Culture, effective July 1, 2025. Anne-Christine brings extensive experience in people management and large-scale transformations, having previously … Read the full press release

NIB and Celltechna Collaborate on First Baltics Gene Therapy Centre to Boost Life Sciences Innovation

(IN BRIEF) NIB has financed the Gene Therapy Centre in Lithuania, a groundbreaking facility advancing gene therapy research and manufacturing. Opened in September, it is a critical part of Lithuania’s life sciences sector, contributing to the country’s goal of growing … Read the full press release

Siemens and TURN2X Forge Global Partnership to Accelerate Renewable Natural Gas Production

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and TURN2X have announced a strategic global partnership aimed at scaling up the production of renewable natural gas. By leveraging Siemens’ Xcelerator portfolio, the collaboration focuses on process optimization, operational excellence, and future-readiness, helping TURN2X meet the … Read the full press release

Aviva Urges Homeowners to Create Flood-Resilient Gardens as Chelsea Flower Show 2025 Unveils British Rainforest Garden

(IN BRIEF) As part of its commitment to sustainability, Aviva encourages homeowners to consider climate-resilient materials for their gardens, particularly in light of the risks associated with impermeable surfaces like artificial grass. Research commissioned by Aviva shows that many homeowners … Read the full press release

EIF and BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions Sign Landmark €200 Million InvestEU Guarantee to Support SMEs in Sustainability Transition

(IN BRIEF) The EIF and BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions have signed a landmark agreement to provide a €200 million portfolio guarantee, aimed at enhancing access to business asset leasing solutions for SMEs and small mid-caps across France, Germany, Italy, and … Read the full press release

EIB Launches Greening Financial Systems Programme to Strengthen Ethiopia’s Financial Sector Against Climate Change

(IN BRIEF) The EIB has launched the Greening Financial Systems (GFS) Programme in Ethiopia, aimed at enhancing the resilience of the country’s financial sector to climate risks. This initiative, supported by Germany’s International Climate Initiative, will help the National Bank … Read the full press release

Borealis and Borouge Showcase Future-Ready Polyolefin Solutions for Infrastructure at K 2025

(IN BRIEF) Borealis and Borouge will showcase their expertise in polyolefin infrastructure solutions at K 2025, displaying a wide range of high-performance polyethylene and polypropylene products for pipes and fittings. With nearly 60 years of experience, Borealis has earned its … Read the full press release

Stadler Secures Major Order to Supply Seven FLIRT Trains for A-Train AB’s Arlanda Express, Enhancing Capacity and Comfort

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has secured a contract with A-Train AB to supply seven FLIRT trains for the Arlanda Express route, which will run between Arlanda Airport and Stockholm Central Station starting in late 2029. The contract, valued at approximately 350 … Read the full press release

WACKER and BENEO Partner to Bring 2’-Fucosyllactose (2’-FL) to European Market for Infant Nutrition

(IN BRIEF) WACKER and BENEO have launched 2’-Fucosyllactose (2’-FL), a human milk oligosaccharide (HMO), for early-life nutrition. Available initially in Europe, this product is part of a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the availability of HMOs in the market. The … Read the full press release

GSK’s Blenrep Combinations Receive Approval in Japan for Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma Treatment

(IN BRIEF) GSK has received approval from Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) for Blenrep combinations to treat adults with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma. The approval follows positive results from the DREAMM-7 and DREAMM-8 phase III trials, … Read the full press release

CTP Develops New Sustainable Production Facility for SCHOTT Pharma at CTPark Jagodina, Expanding Global Manufacturing Network

(IN BRIEF) CTP has successfully developed a state-of-the-art 18,000 sqm production facility for SCHOTT Pharma at CTPark Jagodina, Serbia, where high-quality glass ampoules for vaccines and medications will be produced. This facility is a significant addition to SCHOTT Pharma’s global … Read the full press release

University of Copenhagen Researchers Unveil Biosynthetic Method to Cut the Cost of Taxol and Make Production More Sustainable

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have made a breakthrough in the biosynthetic production of Taxol, a widely used chemotherapy drug. By identifying the enzymes responsible for the final steps in the biosynthetic pathway of Taxol, the team … Read the full press release

Ricoh Partners with ServiceNow to Build an AI-Driven Service Delivery Platform to Enhance Digital Management Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh has announced a strategic partnership with ServiceNow to deliver a unified service delivery platform aimed at revolutionizing the digital management of modern workplaces. This collaboration will enhance Ricoh’s operational efficiency by leveraging ServiceNow’s AI-driven platform to standardize … Read the full press release

AFRY Joins Nexans in Consulting Support for Gotland Connection Project to Address Growing Energy Demand

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been appointed as the advisory partner for the Gotland Connection project, working alongside Nexans to support the delivery of high-voltage subsea and onshore cables. The project, commissioned by Svenska Kraftnät, aims to address Gotland’s growing electricity … Read the full press release

Vienna Insurance Group Submits Bid to Acquire Majority Stake in Moldova’s Leading Non-Life Insurer MOLDASIG

(IN BRIEF) Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) has submitted a bid to acquire 80% of MOLDASIG S.A., one of Moldova’s leading non-life insurance companies, as part of a multi-stage process initiated by the Moldovan government. With a market share of approximately … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered Reports Projected 36% Growth in Global Islamic Finance Assets by 2028

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has released a new report, Islamic Banking for Financial Institutions: Unlocking Growth Amidst Global Shifts, forecasting that global Islamic finance assets will grow to USD7.5 trillion by 2028. The report reveals significant growth in Islamic finance, … Read the full press release

NORDEN Signs Major Port Logistics Agreement with Kimberley Metals Group to Optimize Iron Ore Supply Chain in Australia

(IN BRIEF) NORDEN has expanded its logistics services in Australia by entering into a port logistics agreement with Kimberley Metals Group (KMG) at the port of Wyndham, Western Australia. The project will see NORDEN providing additional assets for the transshipment … Read the full press release

Vaisala Joins AGCLIMATE Consortium to Drive Innovative Solutions for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) Vaisala has joined the AGCLIMATE project, a Finnish-led initiative aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural fields. The project, which brings together leading research institutions and companies, focuses on developing practical tools for the food industry to … Read the full press release

Francesco Picchioni’s Revolutionary Rubber Recycling Method Earns Prestigious Ben Feringa Impact Award

(IN BRIEF) Francesco Picchioni, Professor of Chemical Technology at the University of Groningen, was awarded the Ben Feringa Impact Award for his innovative rubber recycling method, which preserves the quality of recycled rubber. His technique, which involves mechanically breaking down … Read the full press release