Category Archives: France

Press Releases & News from France distributed via EuropaWire

Hacktivists and Cyber Threats Take Center Stage in Security Navigator 2025 Report by Orange Cyberdefense

(IN BRIEF) Orange Cyberdefense’s Security Navigator 2025 report highlights the intensifying cyber threat landscape, driven by geopolitical tensions, rising hacktivism, and the dual-edged role of AI. A pro-Russian hacktivist group has launched over 6,600 attacks since 2022, primarily targeting Europe … Read the full press release

STMicroelectronics and Ampere Partner to Deliver Advanced Silicon Carbide Power Modules for Next-Generation EVs

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics and Ampere, Renault Group’s EV division, have entered a multi-year agreement to supply Silicon Carbide (SiC) power modules for Ampere’s next-generation electric powertrains starting in 2026. This partnership focuses on developing an advanced powerbox to enhance EV … Read the full press release

ABB Acquires SIB to Strengthen Cable Protection and Electrification Portfolio Across Key Markets

(IN BRIEF) ABB has acquired Solutions Industry & Building (SIB), a French manufacturer of premium cable glands and electrical products, to expand its portfolio of electrification and cable protection solutions. This acquisition strengthens ABB’s presence in specialized markets such as … Read the full press release

Atos Resolves Legal Dispute with Unisys Over Confidentiality Allegations

(IN BRIEF) Atos has settled a legal dispute with Unisys regarding allegations of misappropriation of confidential information and trade secrets by former Unisys employees who joined Atos. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the … Read the full press release

Saint-Gobain Advances Strategic Growth Plan with Sale of PAM Building to Aldebaran and Bpifrance

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain has completed the sale of its PAM Building subsidiary, a producer of sanitary and rainwater drainage solutions, to the French investment fund Aldebaran, with Bpifrance holding a minority stake. The divestment, which includes production facilities in France … Read the full press release

Societe Generale Announces Senior Appointments in Finance Division, Appointing Robillard and Champarnaud to Key Roles

(IN BRIEF) Societe Generale has announced key appointments within its finance division, effective from 2 January 2025. Vincent Robillard will become Co-Head of Group Treasury and ALM, also assuming the role of Group Treasurer, succeeding Agathe Zinzindohoue, who is stepping … Read the full press release

Alstom Celebrates the Launch of Riyadh Metro, Advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has celebrated the launch of the Riyadh Metro, a major project supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Spanning 176 kilometers with six lines, 85 stations, and seven depots, the metro aims to transform urban mobility by reducing traffic … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Backs Sistafund with €30 Million Investment to Champion Gender Diversity in Venture Capital

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €30 million to Sistafund, a venture capital initiative championing gender diversity in European startups. Targeting a total of €100 million, Sistafund invests in early-stage companies where women hold at least 30% … Read the full press release

Thales Australia Partners with Disaster Relief Australia to Support Community Recovery Efforts

(IN BRIEF) Thales Australia has partnered with Disaster Relief Australia (DRA), a veteran-led not-for-profit organization, to support disaster recovery efforts across the country. As part of the initiative, Thales’ 4,300 employees are eligible for two weeks of paid volunteer leave … Read the full press release

Thales Introduces AI-Enhanced Talios Pod for Faster Target Detection on Rafale Jets

(IN BRIEF) Thales has introduced an advanced AI-powered upgrade to its Talios laser designation pod, set to enhance the Rafale fighter jet’s capabilities by enabling faster and more efficient detection of objects of interest during missions. Leveraging deep learning algorithms, … Read the full press release

Adyen Partners with Doctolib to Revolutionize Financial Services for Medical Professionals

(IN BRIEF) Adyen has partnered with Doctolib to enhance financial services for medical professionals across Europe. Initially launched in France and Italy, the collaboration enables healthcare providers to streamline administrative tasks with integrated payment solutions and financial tools, allowing them … Read the full press release

Atos Extends Partnership with EUROCONTROL to Support Critical Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Monitoring for European Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Atos has extended its contract with EUROCONTROL to provide continuous support for the management of critical infrastructure and cybersecurity in European airspace management. The new phase of this partnership will enhance EUROCONTROL’s IT infrastructure resilience and integrate innovative … Read the full press release

CEB and City of Marseille Secure €200 Million Loan for Major School Renovation Project

(IN BRIEF) The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) has signed a €200 million loan agreement with the City of Marseille to fund a major renovation of the city’s public primary schools. This loan is part of the €1.5 billion … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Partners with Air Liquide to Advance Renewable Hydrogen Production in France

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has partnered with Air Liquide to produce renewable hydrogen at the La Mède biorefinery in southeast France, aiming to reduce its CO2 emissions by 130,000 tons annually. The €150 million project will recycle byproducts to produce 25,000 … Read the full press release

Normandy’s BIOSYNERGY Plant Revolutionizes Waste-to-Energy with Sustainable Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The BIOSYNERGY plant, a cutting-edge facility for generating renewable energy from biomass and solid recovered fuel (SRF), has been inaugurated in the Le Havre region of Normandy, France. Spearheaded by SUEZ and Vauban Infrastructure Partners, alongside regional and … Read the full press release

Societe Generale Advances Sustainable Finance Goals with €500 Billion Commitment by 2030

(IN BRIEF) Societe Generale has set a new €500 billion sustainable finance target for 2024-2030, focusing 80% on environmental initiatives like renewable energy and 20% on social projects. Having achieved its earlier €300 billion target ahead of schedule, the bank … Read the full press release

VINCI Highways Gears Up for Winter Operations, Ensuring Safe and Accessible Roads Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Highways has launched its winter operations program to ensure safe and accessible roads during challenging weather conditions. With a fleet of snowploughs, salt spreaders, and brine sprayers ready, along with strategic salt reserves, trained teams are on … Read the full press release

Kering Becomes First Company to Adopt Science-Based Targets for Land and Freshwater at COP16

(IN BRIEF) At COP16, Kering became the first company globally to adopt science-based targets for land and freshwater, marking a significant step in its commitment to biodiversity. After participating in the Science Based Targets Network’s corporate pilot, Kering set targets … Read the full press release

Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering Unite to Modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering have partnered to modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Sweden–Singapore Royal Business Forum. The collaboration combines Saab’s advanced Digital Tower Suite, Thales’ ATM expertise, … Read the full press release

Eviden Secures €60 Million Contract to Deliver Finland’s Next-Generation Supercomputer “Roihu”

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has secured a €60 million contract to deliver “Roihu,” Finland’s new national supercomputer, which will triple the country’s current computing capacity and significantly enhance AI performance. Built on the BullSequana XH3000 platform, … Read the full press release