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Aviva Sells Stake in Singapore Life Holdings to Sumitomo Life for £0.8 Billion

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has agreed to sell its 25.9% stake in Singapore Life Holdings, along with two debt instruments, to Sumitomo Life Insurance for a total of £0.8 billion in cash. Sumitomo Life, already a 23.2% shareholder in Singlife, views … Read the full press release

Aviva Launches Sustainable Business Coach to Help Brokers Embrace Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has introduced the Sustainable Business Coach, a digital tool aimed at assisting brokers in understanding their businesses’ environmental and societal impact. Developed in collaboration with non-profit organization Future-Fit and digital coaching firm Life Moments, the tool guides … Read the full press release

Siemens and Siemens Healthineers Donate €1 Million for Earthquake and Flood Victims in Morocco and Libya

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG and Siemens Healthineers have jointly pledged €1 million in immediate assistance to aid earthquake and flood victims in Morocco and Libya. The companies have also encouraged their employees to contribute to the relief efforts, with every … Read the full press release

Insurance Industry Urged to Focus on Climate Resilience and Adaptation

Allianz Trade Study Reveals Gap Between Perceived and Actual Inflation, with Germany Experiencing Significant Disparity

(IN BRIEF) Nicola Ranger, Leader of the Resilience and International Development Program at the Environmental Change Institute, and Sibylle Steimen, Managing Director of Advisory & Services at Allianz Re, advocate for increased attention to climate resilience and adaptation. They emphasize … Read the full press release

EIB and Deutsche Bank Collaborate to Support Sustainable Transformation of Mid-Sized Companies

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Deutsche Bank are partnering to provide long-term loans to mid-sized companies with 250 to 3,000 employees to facilitate their transition to more sustainable business models. The EIB will offer guarantees covering up … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €15 Million Loan to CrowdFarming for Sustainable Agricultural Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €15 million venture debt loan agreement with CrowdFarming, an online platform connecting European farmers directly with consumers. Supported by the InvestEU program, this financing will enable CrowdFarming to enhance its … Read the full press release

Francesco Starace Appointed Chair of Science-Based Target Initiative’s Board of Trustees

(IN BRIEF) EQT, a purpose-driven global investment organization, extends its congratulations to Francesco Starace, a Partner in the EQT Infrastructure Advisory Team, on his appointment as the Chair of the Science Based Target Initiative’s inaugural Board of Trustees. Francesco Starace … Read the full press release

Vestas Secures 243 MW Order for RWE Clean Energy Wind Project in the USA

(IN BRIEF) Vestas has been awarded a 243 MW contract to supply 54 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines for an undisclosed wind project owned by RWE Clean Energy, LLC, in the USA. The order encompasses turbine supply, delivery, and commissioning, along … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €60 Million Loan to Improve Maritime Accessibility at Port of Leixões

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed to provide a €60 million loan to Administração dos Portos do Douro, Leixões e Viana Do Castelo, S.A. (APDL) to fund enhancements in maritime accessibility at the Port of Leixões. This … Read the full press release

Peruvian Cocoa Industry Adapts to European Regulations on Deforestation with Support from Solidaridad

(IN BRIEF) Peru’s cocoa industry, experiencing rapid growth in exports, faces the challenge of complying with new European Union regulations aimed at reducing deforestation in agricultural commodities. Solidaridad, in collaboration with partner organizations and the Peruvian government, is coordinating efforts … Read the full press release

Evonik Expands Precious Metal Powder Catalyst Plant in Shanghai to Meet Growing Demand

(IN BRIEF) Evonik Industries has successfully relocated and expanded its precious metal powder catalyst plant in the Shanghai Chemical Industrial Park (SCIP). Production at the new facility is set to commence in the fourth quarter of 2023. The expanded plant … Read the full press release

ORLEN Group Selects Contractor for Onshore Wind Installation Terminal in Świnoujście Port

(IN BRIEF) The ORLEN Group has chosen Budimex as the contractor for the onshore portion of its installation terminal, designed to support offshore wind farms. Construction is set to commence in October and is expected to conclude by late 2024 … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Supplies Ukraine with Advanced Mobile Field Hospital Worth €9 Million

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has fulfilled its contract to provide Ukraine with a cutting-edge mobile field hospital, following an agreement with the German Ministry of Defence in September 2022. Valued at approximately €9 million, this state-of-the-art hospital consists of 32 beds, … Read the full press release

Eurex’s STIR Partnership Program Attracts 18 Global Participants for Euro STIR Derivatives Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Eurex, a leading derivatives exchange, has garnered significant interest in its Short-Term Interest Rate (STIR) Partnership Program extension. As of now, 18 participants from the U.S., U.K., and Continental Europe have registered for the program. This expansion aims … Read the full press release

Solaris Secures €150 Million Contract for Hydrogen Buses in Bologna, Venice, and Cologne

(IN BRIEF) Solaris, a major player in hydrogen-based zero-emission transport solutions in Europe, has secured significant contracts to supply hydrogen buses to Bologna and Venice in Italy, as well as Cologne in Germany. These contracts, totaling approximately €150 million, highlight … Read the full press release

Coface Survey Reveals German Companies’ Payment Trends and Pessimistic Business Outlook

(IN BRIEF) Coface’s latest survey on corporate payment experience in Germany indicates a return to normalcy in payment trends after the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine. In 2023, more companies offered payment terms, resembling … Read the full press release

Seadrill Launches $250 Million Share Repurchase Program

(IN BRIEF) Seadrill Limited has initiated a share repurchase program, previously authorized by its Board of Directors, allowing the company to repurchase up to $250 million worth of its common shares. The program, which has no specified time limit, involves … Read the full press release

Neste’s Q3 Outlook Brightens as Oil Products Margin Surges; Equipment Inspection Slows Singapore Refinery Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a leading energy company, has reported an improved outlook for its Oil Products segment’s margin in the third quarter of 2023. Despite the ongoing volatility in oil markets, margins for diesel and gasoline in Northwest Europe have … Read the full press release

Italy Greenlights Tyrrhenian Link, a Major Milestone in Clean Energy Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Italy’s Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security has granted authorization for the Tyrrhenian Link, a transformative project by Terna connecting Sardinia, Sicily, and Campania via a direct current submarine power line. This crucial development, part of Italy’s … Read the full press release

Nordic Investment Bank Advances Sustainability with SEK 2 Billion Environmental Bond

(IN BRIEF) Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has issued a SEK 2 billion Environmental Bond (NEB), marking its commitment to sustainability. This is NIB’s second NEB this year, following a EUR 500 million issuance in January. The funds raised will support … Read the full press release