Category Archives: France

Press Releases & News from France distributed via EuropaWire

Schneider Electric Advances Collaboration and Innovation at WEF 2025 to Drive Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric is set to play a key role at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025, advocating for greater collaboration and the adoption of innovative energy technologies and automation solutions. The company aims to drive both environmental … Read the full press release

Thales Commits to Gender Equality with Adoption of UN Women’s Empowerment Principles

(IN BRIEF) Thales has committed to advancing gender equality by adopting the seven “Women’s Empowerment Principles” set by the United Nations Global Compact and UN Women. The company has made significant strides since launching its Gender Diversity Action Plan in … Read the full press release

Japan’s National Police Agency Becomes First in the Country to Operate Airbus H160 Helicopters

(IN BRIEF) The National Police Agency of Japan has received two Airbus H160 helicopters, becoming the first para-public operator in Japan to operate this model. The first delivery took place at the end of last year, followed by the second … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Earns Fourth Sustainability Lighthouse Recognition, Leading the Industry in Environmental Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has earned its fourth Sustainability Lighthouse recognition, with the Wuxi factory in China joining the company’s other global locations in Hyderabad, Lexington, and Le Vaudreuil. This accolade recognizes the company’s significant efforts in reducing emissions and … Read the full press release

Airbus Becomes New Tenant at Logicor’s Renovated Logistics Hub in Colomiers

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has welcomed Airbus as a new tenant at its renovated logistics hub in Colomiers, France, following a significant acquisition and renovation process. The site, originally built in 1982 and expanded in 2004, now offers 16,609 square meters … Read the full press release

BASF Unveils Eco-Conscious Beauty Formulations at Cosmet’Agora with Climate-Adaptative Solutions

(IN BRIEF) At Cosmet’Agora 2025 in Paris, BASF introduced new eco-conscious formulations under its Beyond Beauty initiative, focusing on hydration, cleansing, UV protection, and natural makeup. These climate-adaptive solutions use sustainable ingredients to meet the rising consumer demand for environmentally … Read the full press release

Orange and Vodacom Launch Groundbreaking Rural Connectivity Project in DRC with Solar-Powered Base Stations

(IN BRIEF) Orange and Vodacom have teamed up to establish a pioneering partnership in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) aimed at enhancing mobile connectivity in rural areas. Over the next six years, the companies plan to construct up to … Read the full press release

iBabs Joins UK’s G-Cloud 14, Simplifying Access to Governance Tools for Public Sector Organisations

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has announced that iBabs, a leading provider of board portal and meeting management solutions, has been added to the UK Government’s G-Cloud 14 framework. This inclusion enables public sector organisations in the UK to easily procure iBabs’ … Read the full press release

Sarclisa Receives First Approval in China for Treatment of Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma

(IN BRIEF) Sarclisa, an anti-CD38 treatment developed by Sanofi, has been approved in China for treating adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (R/R MM) who have received at least one prior therapy. The approval is based on the … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Announces Record EUR 5bn EARN Bond Issuance, Marks Largest Ever Climate Awareness Order Book

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) successfully priced a EUR 5bn 10-year EARN bond on January 8, 2025, marking the largest Climate Awareness EARN order book in the institution’s history at EUR 47.3bn, including EUR 1.95bn from Joint Lead … Read the full press release

Imerys’ North American Talc Entities Secure Key Approval in Chapter 11 Reorganization Process

(IN BRIEF) Imerys’ North American talc subsidiaries have secured over 90% approval from voting claimants for their Plan of Reorganization, marking a key step in their Chapter 11 process. The company now moves toward a confirmation hearing in the second … Read the full press release

Imerys Expands European Presence with Acquisition of Chemviron’s Diatomite and Perlite Business

(IN BRIEF) Imerys has completed the acquisition of Chemviron’s European diatomite and perlite business, enhancing its European footprint in these sectors. The acquisition includes assets in France and Italy, contributing around €50 million in revenue and approximately 130 employees. This … Read the full press release

Thales Introduces Advanced Vehicle Access Solutions with Digital Car Key and NFC CARd Key

(IN BRIEF) Thales has introduced an advanced vehicle access solution combining digital car keys with the newly launched NFC CARd Key, designed to enhance convenience and security in the automotive industry. The digital key, compliant with Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) … Read the full press release

HungaroControl Joins Thales’ Alliance One to Shape the Future of Air Traffic Control with Upgraded TopSky – ATC System

(IN BRIEF) On December 9th, HungaroControl became a member of Thales’ Alliance One, a collaborative group shaping the future of air traffic control (ATC) through the upgraded TopSky – ATC system. This system, designed to meet growing air traffic demands, … Read the full press release

CMA CGM Unveils Zero-Emission E-Barge in Vietnam to Support Sustainable Inland Waterway Transport

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM Group has introduced a zero-emission electric barge in Vietnam, powered entirely by batteries and supported by a new solar farm at the Gemalink terminal. The e-barge will transport goods between Binh Duong and Cai Mep, reducing … Read the full press release

Eviden Secures National Contract to Deploy C-ITS PKI for France’s Connected Mobility Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has been awarded a four-year contract by France’s Department for Transport Infrastructure and Mobility Services (DGITM) to deploy its IDnomic C-ITS PKI solution. Set for nationwide rollout in 2025, the system will … Read the full press release

Eviden’s Trustway Crypt2pay Selected by SalisPay & CredoPay to Secure Payment Processing Across the Middle East and India

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has partnered with SalisPay and CredoPay to integrate its Trustway Crypt2pay Hardware Security Module (HSM) into the CenterFirst payment platform. Operating across Oman, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and India, the solution ensures … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €243 Million Green Loan to ERG Group for Renewable Energy Expansion in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €243 million green loan to ERG Group to support renewable energy projects in Italy, France, and Germany as part of ERG’s 2024-2026 Business Plan. The financing will fund three greenfield … Read the full press release

Louis Hachette Group Debuts on Euronext Growth Paris with €1.11 Billion Market Capitalisation

(IN BRIEF) Louis Hachette Group, a global leader in publishing, travel retail, and media, listed on Euronext Growth Paris on December 16, 2024, with a market capitalisation of €1.11 billion at an admission price of €1.12 per share. Employing 32,500 … Read the full press release

Havas Debuts on Euronext Amsterdam with €1.77 Billion Market Capitalisation

(IN BRIEF) Havas N.V., a global leader in communications and marketing, debuted on Euronext Amsterdam on December 16, 2024, with a market capitalisation of €1.77 billion and a share price of €1.79. Employing over 23,000 people across 100 markets, Havas … Read the full press release