(IN BRIEF) In 2024, Croatia’s economy grew steadily, fueled by significant EU funds, the adoption of the euro, and robust financial support from instruments like EFSI and InvestEU. However, major challenges persist, including a high percentage of exporters (84%) facing … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Croatia, European Union, Financial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg
Tagged Alternative Financing, Boris Vujčić, competitiveness, CROATIA, Croatian exporters, Croatian National Bank, Debora Revoltella, digital adoption, economic growth, EFSI, EIB Investment Report 2024/2025, EIB Investment Survey 2024, energy costs, EU capital markets, EU funds, EU Regulations, euro adoption, green investments, green transformation, INNOVATION, InvestEU, market integration, Marko Primorac, private co-investors, regulatory simplification, scale-up financing, sustainable investments, Teresa Czerwinska, Zagreb
(IN BRIEF) In 2024, the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group achieved a record €1.24 billion in new financing in Croatia, up from €464 million in 2023. This financing, accounting for 1.4% of Croatia’s GDP, includes €937 million from the EIB … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Croatia, European Union, Financial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment
Tagged Climate Action, competitive, Croatian financing, Croatian GDP, Croatian government, Croatian Growth Investment Programme II, Croatian Venture Capital Initiative 2, CROGIP II, CVCi 2, EIB Group, EIF, environmental sustainability, EU grants, European Investment Bank, European Investment Fund, HBOR, INNOVATION, Kiepach Go Green, Mid-Caps, rail infrastructure, renewable energy, resilient Croatia, SMEs, social housing, sustainable growth, Teresa Czerwinska, urban mobility, Vesna Deep Tech Venture Fund, Zagreb
(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, in collaboration with the European Commission and SES, is launching a major satellite broadband initiative aimed at transforming connectivity in Central Asia. With a combined financial package of a €34.4 million EU grant and a €25.45 … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, European Union, Financial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Technology, Telecom
Tagged broadband connectivity, Central Asia, digital economy, Digital Inclusion, digital transformation, EIB Global, European Commission, Global Gateway, high-speed Internet, Jozef Sikela, Kyriacos Kakouris, Nadine Allen, O3b mPOWER, satellite technology, SES, sustainable infrastructure, Team Europe, three million people, Western Balkans
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) has committed €25 million to upgrade the air navigation control system in Serbia and Montenegro, a project aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency, and environmental performance. This investment will fund the development of … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Banks, European Union, Financial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Serbia, Technology
Tagged air navigation control system, air traffic management, connectivity, CO₂ reduction, Digital European Sky, EBRD, Economic and Investment Plan, EIB Global, EUROCONTROL, European Investment Bank, flight optimization, Montenegro, Operational Efficiency, Regional integration, SERBIA, Single European Sky, SMATSA, sustainable transport, Western Balkans, €25 million, €6.6 billion
(IN BRIEF) The Power-to-Heat unit “Karoline” has become the first participant in the newly launched “Nutzen statt Abregeln” program under §13k of the Energy Industry Act. This initiative, designed to minimize renewable energy curtailment and reduce redispatch costs, incentivizes the … Read the full press release
Posted in Berlin, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged 50Hertz, activation, CO₂ reduction, energy savings, excess electricity, green heat, grid congestion, GWh, Hamburger Energiewerke GmbH, Karoline, MTU, Nutzen statt Abregeln, on-site demand facilities, Operational Efficiency, partnership, Photovoltaic, Power-to-Heat, redispatch costs, Regulatory framework, renewable energy, sustainability, Tennet, test phase, wind power, §13k EnWG
(IN BRIEF) The Fresenius healthcare group is constructing a new facility, KabiLab D20, at Daimlerstrasse 20 on its Bad Homburg campus, set to cover 5,000 m². This modern laboratory and office building will feature state-of-the-art laboratories, 90 shared workstations, meeting … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Germany, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology
Tagged 000 m², 5, Bad Homburg, clinical nutrition leader, CO₂ reduction, Daimlerstrasse 20, Diabetes, employee relocation, Fresenius healthcare group, Fresenius Kabi Business Unit Nutrition, Fresubin enteral nutrition, heat pump, innovative products, KabiLab D20, laboratory and office building, metabolic disorders, Oberursel, patient-specific parenteral nutrition, Photovoltaic Systems, Rainwater harvesting, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) MTU Maintenance Zhuhai and All Nippon Airways (ANA) have signed a long-term contract, running until the end of 2032, for the MRO of ANA’s fleet of CFM56-7B engines that power 47 Boeing 737NG aircraft. Covering approximately 100 engines, … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged 2032 contract, 47 Boeing 737NG, All Nippon Airways, ANA, CFM56-5B, CFM56-7B, China Southern Airlines, engine maintenance, Gert Wagner, global network, global support, Hideaki Honda, IAE V2500, LEAP-1A, LEAP-1B, market share, Martin Friis-Petersen, MRO, MTU Aero Engines, MTU Maintenance Zhuhai, narrowbody engines, ON-SITEPlus, overhaul, partnership, PW1100G-JM, RePAIR, shop visits, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) PUMA has formalized a new partnership with the Premier League, positioning itself as the Official Ball Supplier starting with the 2025/26 season. This strategic move is designed to elevate PUMA’s brand and bolster its reputation in sports performance. … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Sports, Technology
Tagged Arne Freundt, brand elevation, elite athletes, Fan Engagement, global sports, global visibility, grassroots football, Harry Maguire, INNOVATION, Jack Grealish, James Maddison, Jordan Pickford, Kai Havertz, Manchester City, Marc Cucurella, marketing campaigns, Official Ball Supplier, partnership, Premier League, Premier League Summer Series, PUMA, Richard Masters, sports performance
(IN BRIEF) A wind energy project developer has ordered 16 N163/5.X turbines from the Nordex Group for a 94 MW project in Nova Scotia, with a 25-year service agreement included. The turbines, each rated at 5.9 MW, will be installed … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged 25-year service, 5.9 MW, 57 GW, 94 MW, Advanced Anti-Icing System, CANADA, CEO Division North America, cold climate, EUR 7.3 billion, grid capacity, ice reduction, Manav Sharma, manufacturing network, market expansion, N163/5.X, Nordex Group, Nova Scotia, onshore turbines, partnership, rotor blades, sustainability, tubular steel towers, turbine order, wind energy project, wind power capacity
(IN BRIEF) At IFFA 2025, GEA has showcased its comprehensive suite of innovative solutions aimed at transforming food processing and packaging. The company’s presentation emphasized state-of-the-art technologies that drive efficiency, sustainability, and safety in food production. GEA’s solutions, which incorporate … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged better food future, efficiency, energy optimization, Food Packaging, food processing, GEA, IFFA 2025, INNOVATION, operational resilience, process control, product safety, regulatory compliance, sustainability, sustainable food supply chain, waste reduction
(IN BRIEF) GEA has introduced a major update to its NexGen Tablet Press by launching a new set of enhanced labels designed to improve clarity and usability. The updated labels feature high-contrast visuals, refreshed icons, and integrated QR codes, enabling … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Germany, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Technology
Tagged customer feedback, efficiency, enhanced labeling, equipment update, GEA, high-contrast graphics, INNOVATION, NexGen Tablet Press, process technology, QR codes, regulatory compliance, safety, sustainability, tablet production, upgrade, user-friendly
(IN BRIEF) Equinor has announced that natural gas from its Halten East field will be exported to Europe, a move that significantly strengthens the region’s energy security. The press release details how years of investment and technological advancements have enabled … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Norway, Technology
Tagged digital innovation, economic recovery, energy security, energy transition, environmental stewardship, Equinor, Europe, Halten East, natural gas, offshore production, Operational Excellence, partnership, sustainability, sustainable energy
(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has introduced a new portfolio of physical security solutions designed to help organizations protect their facilities and assets. This comprehensive suite includes advanced video surveillance, intelligent access control, and real-time monitoring systems that deliver enhanced situational awareness … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Access Control, AI analytics, cloud platform, digital transformation, Hexagon, Operational Efficiency, physical security, Real-time monitoring, risk management, security innovation, security solutions, situational awareness, threat detection, video surveillance
(IN BRIEF) De Nederlandsche Bank’s latest report reveals that Dutch portfolio investments have reached nearly €3,500 billion in 2025, showcasing robust growth driven by a diversified mix of assets such as equities and bonds. The report attributes this surge to … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News
Tagged 3500 billion, bonds, De Nederlandsche Bank, diversification, DNB, Dutch portfolio investments, economic stability, equities, financial growth, foreign capital, investor confidence, Market Analysis, Regulatory framework
(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki has announced that its incubator programs have successfully launched more than 80 startups, highlighting the institution’s dedication to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. These startups, which cover a spectrum of industries such as technology, digital … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Finland, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged academic-industry collaboration, digital services, economic growth, Entrepreneurship, incubators, INNOVATION, innovation ecosystem, job creation, life sciences, mentorship, research commercialization, Startups, sustainable solutions, technology, University of Helsinki
(IN BRIEF) Boliden has inaugurated its new zinc smelter, which is acclaimed as the world’s most climate-efficient facility in its sector. This innovative plant employs advanced technologies and novel process improvements that markedly lower both greenhouse gas emissions and energy … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Boliden, climate efficiency, energy efficiency, environmental stewardship, green industrial practices, greenhouse gas reduction, innovative technology, investor confidence, metal production, resource recovery, sustainability, sustainable growth, sustainable production, waste management, zinc smelter
(IN BRIEF) MR CoilTech, a partner in the University of Glasgow’s Living Laboratory programme, has been awarded the Innovative Collaboration Award at the 2025 Scotland’s Life Sciences Awards. The award, which recognizes breakthrough partnerships that integrate industry, academic, and clinical … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged 7 Tesla MRI, advanced diagnostics, Awards, clinical validation, Coil Development project, Dr Shajan Gunamony, healthcare collaboration, imaging innovation, Innovative Collaboration Award, leadership, life sciences, Living Laboratory, MR CoilTech, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, radiofrequency head coil, Research Excellence, Scotland’s Life Sciences Awards, University of Glasgow, Wideblue Limited
(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems and Irving Shipbuilding Inc. have signed a CAD 8 billion contract to begin the next phase of Canada’s River‐class destroyer programme. This contract, part of the Government’s Our North, Strong and Free defence policy, covers the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged advanced sensors, BAE Systems, CAD 22.2 billion, CAD 8 billion, CANADA, domestic defence, economic impact, Halifax testing facility, HMCS Fraser, HMCS Mackenzie, HMCS Saint-Laurent, Irving Shipbuilding Inc, job creation, modern radar, Our North Strong and Free, partnership, River-class destroyer, Royal Canadian Navy, Shipbuilding, Type 26 design, Weapon Systems
(IN BRIEF) Rise Point Capital is an Amsterdam-based private equity firm founded in 2025 by Sergio van Luijk and Ramon Keijsers. The firm’s strategy centers on partnering with Independent Sponsors (ISPs) across Europe and North America to uncover overlooked investment … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Netherlands, Small Business, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged co-investments, Corporate Development, Entrepreneurship, family office investments, Holland Corporate Finance, Independent Sponsors, ISPs, M&A, Oaklins Netherlands, private equity, private equity firm, Ramon Keijsers, Rise Point Capital, Sergio van Luijk
(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck has announced a performance-based bonus for its German workforce, where every eligible employee will receive €4,140 in recognition of the company’s impressive achievements. The bonus initiative is a core part of the shared success strategy, designed … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged 140, Bonus, corporate achievement, Daimler truck, employee recognition, financial success, German employees, INNOVATION, Motivation, Operational Excellence, performance-based reward, shared success, strategic progress, teamwork, €4
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