(IN BRIEF) Savills has announced the appointment of James Hiatt as a Director in its Central London Investment team, with Hiatt set to join in 2025 after a period of gardening leave. Hiatt, who brings over 17 years of experience … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Real Estate, United Kingdom
Tagged appointment, Central London, Investment Team, James Hiatt, leadership, Richard Garside, Savills
(IN BRIEF) Experian’s 2024 U.S. Identity and Fraud Report highlights the growing concerns around generative AI, deepfakes, and cybercrime as major threats to businesses. Despite recognizing these risks, companies are underinvesting in advanced fraud prevention tools, leaving them vulnerable to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Thales and L&T Technology Services (LTTS) have expanded their long-standing partnership to enhance software monetization across various industries, including hi-tech, sustainability, and mobility. The collaboration will utilize Thales’s Sentinel software licensing platform, enabling LTTS’s customers to implement flexible … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has partnered with Swedish startup Enkei to develop an innovative and sustainable packaging solution for Enkei’s designer table lamp, Reminder (001). The packaging, made from Stora Enso’s biodegradable and recyclable materials, Papira® foam and corrugated board, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Designer Lamps, Enkei, INNOVATION, Julia Broszat, Lovisa Sunnerholm, packaging solution, Papira®, partnership, Paula Martirez, Stora Enso, sustainability, Sweden
(IN BRIEF) EQT, a global investment firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Compass, a leading K-12 education software company. The partnership aims to accelerate Compass’s growth, enhance its platform, and support its international expansion. With over 3,000 schools already … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Financial, Investment, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Advent Partners, analytics, assessment tools, Australia, BPEA EQT Mid-Market Growth Partnership, cloud-based management platform, Compass, EQT, GROWTH, INNOVATION, investment, Ireland, John de la Motte, K-12 education software, learning, Nicholas Macksey, SaaS, SCHOOLS, Student Information System, technology sector, UK
(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Raiffeisen Bank International have provided a €110 million financing package to build and operate two solar photovoltaic power plants in south-eastern Romania. These plants, with a combined capacity of … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Luxembourg, Romania, United Kingdom
Tagged carbon dioxide emissions reduction, climate finance, EBRD, energy security, EU commitments, Favi Stelian, Fit for 55, Ghimpati, green transition, Grzegorz Zielinski, Iepuresti, InvestEU guarantee, Nofar Energy, OY Nofar Energy, Raiffeisen Bank International, renewable energy, REPowerEU, Romania, RTG Solar Energy, solar plants, Solis Imperium, Tel Aviv stock exchange
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has successfully re-entered the USD bond market with a new $5 billion 5-year Global benchmark bond, offering a 3.750% semi-annual coupon. This issuance, which brings EIB’s total USD issuance for the year to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) BASF is launching its first Care 360° Sustainability Days, a virtual event from September 17-19, 2024, aimed at fostering collaboration with industry leaders in the Personal Care, Home Care, I&I, and Industrial Formulators sectors. The event will focus … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged BASF, Care 360° Sustainability Days, Dr. Matthias Maase, net-zero, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Borealis and Infinium have formed a strategic partnership to produce low-carbon plastics using Infinium’s eNaphtha, a sustainable feedstock made from captured CO2 emissions. This collaboration aims to reduce the carbon footprint of polyolefins, a type of plastic widely … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Chemicals, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Borealis, eNaphtha, Infinium, low-carbon, Mirjam Mayer, partnership, Plastics Revolution, polyolefins, Robert Schuetzle, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Smart Infrastructure has launched the SIVACON 8MF1, the first industrial control cabinets made entirely from green steel. Produced by Alpha Verteilertechnik in Germany, these cabinets are manufactured using 100% scrap metal and wind power, resulting in a … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Alpha Verteilertechnik, CO₂ emissions, Eco-Friendly Control Cabinets, Germany, partnership, Siemens, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Škoda has unveiled its new Elroq vehicle, which emphasizes sustainability through the use of advanced, eco-friendly materials in its interior design. The Elroq incorporates innovative materials such as Recytitan, made from recycled PET and post-consumer clothing, and Technofil, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Czech Republic, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Eco-Friendly Interiors, Elroq, recycled materials, Recytitan, ŠKODA, sustainability, Technofil
(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has partnered with German renewable energy developer Kajoni Energie GmbH to accelerate its growth in Germany by developing over 500MWp of solar projects within the next two to three years. This collaboration will focus on identifying … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A new report by the Jobs Foundation highlights Loughborough University’s significant contributions to the local economy through business creation, job growth, and regional development. The report showcases the University’s role in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly through its … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged economic growth, Georgiana Bristol, INNOVATION, JOBS, Kate Allan, Loughborough University, Professor Dan Parsons
(IN BRIEF) The Empa Summer Camp 2024 in Zurich offered 24 children of Empa employees a week-long immersive experience in STEM education. The camp featured hands-on workshops in engineering and materials science, encouraging creativity and problem-solving. The program balanced scientific … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged 2024 Summer Camp, Empa, Hands-On Learning, Peter Ebschner, STEM Innovators
(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA Mobile, Türkiye’s leading private-sector banking app, saw over 2.7 billion logins in the first half of 2024, reflecting its rapid growth and widespread use among over 15.5 million active users. The app’s extensive features and user-friendly … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Spain, Technology, Turkey
Tagged BBVA, digital banking, Garanti BBVA, mobile app, Murat Çağrı Süzer, partnership, sustainability, Türkiye
(IN BRIEF) Hilde Kjelsberg, the Chief Risk Officer at the Nordic Investment Bank, will retire after nearly two decades of service. She has been instrumental in modernizing the bank’s risk and compliance functions. NIB has begun the process of finding … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Financial, Finland, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged André Küüsvek, appointment, Chief Risk Officer, Hilde Kjelsberg, leadership, Nordic Investment Bank, retirement
(IN BRIEF) The EY-Databricks Alliance has been recognized for the second consecutive year as the 2024 Databricks Financial Services Partner of the Year. This award highlights the partnership’s success in delivering innovative data, analytics, and AI solutions to the financial … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Awards, Databricks, EY, Financial, Junta Nakai, partnership, Scott Keipper, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) The popular Australian cooking show My Kitchen Rules continues to achieve global success, with strong international sales and new adaptations. Distributed by Banijay Rights, the show has secured long-term deals with major networks in countries like New Zealand, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Food & Beverage, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News
Tagged Australia, Banijay, Cathy Payne, Culinary Scene, leadership, My Kitchen Rules, partnership, Richard Henson
(IN BRIEF) Hiringa Energy has launched the first hydrogen refueling station in New Zealand as part of a broader initiative to establish Australasia’s first hydrogen refueling network. This network, powered by renewable electricity, aims to support the transition to net-zero … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) EQT Exeter Real Estate Income Trust (EQRT) has acquired two industrial properties in the U.S. for over $245 million, including a 1.2 million-square-foot facility in Middletown, Pennsylvania, and a 638,000-square-foot facility in Portland, Tennessee. Both properties, built last … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) EQT AB has continued its share buyback program, repurchasing 371,231 of its own ordinary shares between August 12 and August 16, 2024, as part of a larger initiative to enhance shareholder value. The repurchases are part of a … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Sweden
Tagged EQT AB, Financial, investment, share buyback
(IN BRIEF) ABL Group has appointed Mauricio Viana as the new Asset Integrity Manager for South America, where he will enhance operational excellence across the region’s energy and marine sectors. With 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering and asset … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Port of Grimsby has launched its first artist-in-residence exhibition, featuring the work of local artist Dale Mackie. Over the past two years, Mackie has captured the port’s transformation from its historical fishing roots to its modern role … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) EARNZ PLC is set to expand its presence in the energy services sector through the conditional acquisition of Cosgrove & Drew Limited and South West Heating Services Ltd. The company aims to leverage the global push for decarbonization … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Law, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged acquisitions, BCLP, EARNZ PLC, energy sector, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Lindsay Goldberg, a private equity firm specializing in family and founder-led businesses, has acquired a controlling interest in Golden State Foods (GSF), a major supplier in the foodservice and retail industries. The Wetterau family, who have been long-time … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Government, Industrial, Investment, Law, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged acquisition, BCLP, Financial, Golden State Foods, investment, Lindsay Goldberg, partnership, USA, Wetterau family
(IN BRIEF) NIRAS, in partnership with the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and the European Union (EU), successfully launched “The Climate Show” in Seychelles, marking the first time this innovative climate awareness event has been brought to the Indian Ocean region. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Denmark, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and the European Union (EU), NIRAS, partnership, Regional Climate Action, Seychelles, sustainability, The Climate Show, YOUTH
(IN BRIEF) Transport for London (TfL) has launched a new campaign to combat violence and aggression against its staff on the public transport network. The campaign highlights the serious consequences for offenders, including recent cases where individuals received significant prison … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Ekienea solar farm, the largest in the Basque Country, has achieved grid access, marking a significant milestone in the region’s renewable energy efforts. The 100 MW facility will nearly triple the Basque Country’s solar capacity, support local … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Rostock and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania are experiencing an economic revival driven by the growth of renewable energy, particularly wind power. The region’s transformation is creating jobs, revitalizing the local economy, and positioning Rostock as a key player in Europe’s … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The “World of Volvo,” Scandinavia’s largest wooden building, has been completed in Gothenburg, showcasing Lindner Scandinavia’s expertise in sustainable construction. The project, which features innovative wooden facades and interiors, is a new architectural landmark designed to embody the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged 'World of Volvo, Lindner, partnership, Scandinavia, sustainability, Sweden, Wooden Structure
(IN BRIEF) Brenntag has expanded its presence in Brazil’s Life Science market with the acquisition of specialty chemicals distributors PIC and PharmaSpecial. The deal, which adds an Applications & Innovation Center and two laboratories to Brenntag’s network, will enhance its … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged acquisition, Brazil, Brenntag, Fabio Morais, François Bleger, Life Science Market, partnership, PIC and PharmaSpecial, sustainability, Switzerland, Torsten Walz
(IN BRIEF) PUMA has been recognized as one of Europe’s top ten Climate Leaders by the Financial Times, achieving its highest-ever ranking of eighth place. The company’s early achievement of its climate goals and new ambitious targets for 2030 highlight … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Sports, Technology
Tagged Anne-Laure Descours, Awards, Climate Leaders, Europe, Financial Times, leadership, PUMA, sports, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Alstom has announced a £60 million refurbishment project for CrossCountry’s Voyager fleet, which will involve a complete interior and exterior overhaul at the company’s Derby facility. The project, funded by Beacon Rail, will enhance passenger comfort and sustainability … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, France, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Transportation & Logistics, Travel, United Kingdom
Tagged Adrian Hugill, Alstom, Beacon Rail, CrossCountry’s Voyager Fleet, partnership, Peter Broadley, Refurbishment, sustainability, UK
(IN BRIEF) voestalpine is expanding its Indiana facility by 15,000 square meters and doubling its production capacity to 80,000 tons, following major orders from global truck manufacturers. The EUR 70 million (USD 78 million) investment will create 110 new jobs … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Carola Richter, Herbert Eibensteiner, partnership, sustainability, Truck Manufacturers, USA, voestalpine
(IN BRIEF) Dr. Xu Dai of the University of Liverpool has been awarded the prestigious RAEng/Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship for his pioneering work in structural fire engineering. His research focuses on understanding and mitigating fire-induced structural collapses, with the goal … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Awards, Dr. Xu Dai, Innovative Fire Engineering Research, leadership, Professor Anne Trefethen FREng, Royal Academy Fellowship, University of Liverpool
(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool and the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) have formalized their collaboration with a Memorandum of Understanding, aimed at expanding their joint research efforts in manufacturing innovation. Building on a history of successful partnerships, the two … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has launched the “Made to Be Played” campaign, urging fans to pass on their LEGO bricks to keep the play going across generations. The initiative is part of the company’s broader commitment to sustainability, which … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Denmark, Education, Entertainment, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Annette Stube, Brick Passing, generations, LEGO, Ole Kirk Kristiansen, play, Reuse, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) A new study highlights the severe impact of deforestation on African montane forests, where the loss of tree cover has led to significant increases in temperature and cloud levels, threatening water resources and biodiversity. The research underscores the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Finland, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Africa, biodiversity, Climate Change Impact, deforestation, Montane Forests, partnership, Prof. Petri Pellikka, sustainability, University of Helsinki, water resources
(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Warwick have identified new organic compounds that could replace conventional plastics, offering a sustainable solution amid growing environmental concerns. The study, led by Prof. Dr. ir. Stefan Bon, explores the potential of hydrophobic … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A new £12 million Applied Shipbuilding Academy has opened in Glasgow, designed to train and develop the next generation of shipbuilders. Located at BAE Systems’ Scotstoun shipyard, the facility will provide hands-on training and lifelong learning opportunities for … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged BAE Systems, Glasgow, Maritime Engineering, partnership, Paul Feely, Rod Paterson, Shipbuilding Academy, sustainability
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