Category Archives: France

Press Releases & News from France distributed via EuropaWire

SABIO GROUP TAKES IT’S ‘DISRUPT’ CX PROGRAMME ACROSS EUROPE

(IN BRIEF) Sabio Group announced that its highly regarded “Disrupt” digital customer experience transformation programme is expanding across Europe in 2025, now reaching three major cities: Madrid, London, and Paris. This expansion comes as the CX industry faces rapid AI … Read the full press release

Revolutionizing Cardiology Data: DT4H Launches a Secure, AI-Driven Toolbox for Patient Care

(IN BRIEF) The DataTools4Heart (DT4H) project, funded under the European Union’s Horizon Europe Framework, has successfully concluded its initial development phase and is set to achieve major milestones in 2025. Focused on enhancing the lifestyle of cardiovascular disease patients, DT4H … Read the full press release

ESC Preventive Cardiology 2025: Milan Set to Host a Groundbreaking Congress on Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Innovations

(IN BRIEF) The ESC Preventive Cardiology 2025 Congress will be held in Milan from 3 to 5 April 2025 and is organized by the European Association of Preventive Cardiology, part of the ESC. The event will feature over 120 sessions … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Strengthens Global Energy Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition of Fives Cryogenics

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has announced a binding put-option agreement to acquire Fives Cryogenics from Fives Group for EUR 800 million on a cash and debt-free basis. Fives Cryogenics, based in France, is a leader in cryogenic heat transfer and … Read the full press release

Alstom to Power Le Havre’s Urban Upgrade with Next-Generation Eco Citadis Trams

(IN BRIEF) Le Havre Seine Métropole has chosen Alstom to supply eight new-generation Citadis trams as part of a four-year framework agreement. These modern trams, which are set to begin delivery in 2027 with the introduction of line C, will … Read the full press release

Strasbourg’s Transit Transformation: Alstom to Deliver 27 Next-Gen Eco Citadis Trams

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has secured a significant new order to supply 27 new-generation Citadis trams to the Eurométropole de Strasbourg and the Compagnie des Transports Strasbourgeois (CTS) under an eight-year framework agreement valued at up to 250 million euros. This … Read the full press release

Capgemini and NVIDIA Propel Enterprise Innovation with Bespoke Agentic AI Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Capgemini, in partnership with NVIDIA, has introduced customized agentic solutions designed to accelerate the deployment of enterprise AI. By leveraging NVIDIA NIM and a dedicated agentic gallery, Capgemini will provide end-to-end AI services tailored to diverse industries such … Read the full press release

Thales Drives Next-Generation Sonar for Dutch Submarine Superiority

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed an agreement with Naval Group to supply an advanced sonar suite for the Royal Netherlands Navy’s upcoming Orka-class submarines under the RNSC programme. This comprehensive sonar system is designed to deliver a full picture of … Read the full press release

New Strategic Partnership Boosts South Djengeldi Uranium Project with Global Investment and Ambitious Expansion Plans

(IN BRIEF) Orano and Navoiyuran have formalized an agreement to advance the South Djengeldi uranium mining project within their joint venture, Nurlikum Mining, by integrating it into Navoiyuran’s existing industrial base. The deal also brings Japan’s ITOCHU Corporation on board … Read the full press release

Accenture and Air France-KLM Propel Digital Transformation with Ambitious Cloud Migration Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and Air France-KLM have launched a multi-year initiative to shift the airline group’s legacy digital applications from proprietary data centers to the cloud. By establishing a unified operating model and leveraging a cloud migration factory that employs … Read the full press release

Atos Belgium’s Eviden Rolls Out Advanced PCF Platform at Venator to Drive Sustainability in the Chemical Industry

(IN BRIEF) Atos Belgium’s Eviden business group has successfully deployed its automated Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) Platform at Venator, a global manufacturer of titanium dioxide pigments and performance additives. Completed between October 2023 and December 2024, the platform integrates seamlessly … Read the full press release

EIB and Ayvens Launch EUR 700 Million Initiative to Electrify 19,000 Commercial Vehicles in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has issued its first green loan, signing a EUR 700 million financing agreement with sustainable mobility leader Ayvens in December 2024. The deal, which splits into a EUR 350 million EIB credit and … Read the full press release

Industry Leaders Pioneer Circular Economy in Boat Manufacturing with Recycled Composites

(IN BRIEF) A coalition of major industry players has launched a pioneering initiative in Western France to transform boat manufacturing through a circular economy model. In this breakthrough collaboration, Groupe Beneteau will incorporate recycled composite materials, including Arkema’s innovative Elium® … Read the full press release

H&M Studio Unveils SS25 Collection at Stylish Cocktail Party in Paris

(IN BRIEF) H&M Studio celebrated the launch of its SS25 collection with a cocktail party in Paris on March 3. The event, inspired by the 1980s woman who effortlessly balances work and play, featured a space designed to resemble a … Read the full press release

CMA CGM Launches “My Exclusive Concierge” to Offer Personalized 24/7 Customer Support

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM has introduced a new premium service called “My Exclusive Concierge” to provide customers with tailored support around the clock. As part of the CMA CGM+ value-added services, this initiative ensures continuous, personalized assistance to meet the … Read the full press release

Arkema Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification for Bio-Attributed Resins in Malaysia, Advancing Sustainability in Specialty Materials

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its acrylic and liquid polyester resins production facility in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, expanding its portfolio of bio-attributed materials. This certification is part of Arkema’s global Mass Balance initiative, aimed at offering … Read the full press release

Capgemini’s New Report Reveals Shift in Telecom Customer Expectations Toward Tailored Solutions and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Capgemini’s latest B2B Pulse report highlights a shift in business customer expectations from telecom providers. Businesses now seek telecom companies to provide tailored, industry-specific solutions, moving beyond basic connectivity services. Customers expect telecoms to integrate hybrid networks, edge … Read the full press release

PQC4eMRTD Project Launched to Safeguard Electronic Travel Documents Against Quantum Computing Threats

(IN BRIEF) The PQC4eMRTD (Post-Quantum Cryptography for electronic Machine-Readable Travel Documents) project officially launched today, backed by the European Union under the Digital Europe Programme. The two-year initiative is designed to address the security challenges of quantum computing by promoting … Read the full press release

Safran Announces Early Redemption of Outstanding 2028 OCEANEs

(IN BRIEF) Safran has announced the early redemption of all outstanding 2028 convertible bonds (OCEANEs) in accordance with the bond’s terms and conditions. The company has verified, through a calculation agent, that the conditions for early redemption have been met. … Read the full press release

Alstom’s Groundbreaking AlUla Tramway Project: Bridging Heritage and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Alstom’s Managing Director for the Middle East, Mohamed Khalil, shares insights on the design and vision behind the AlUla tramway project, a key element in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Combining sustainability with cutting-edge low-carbon technology, the project promises … Read the full press release