Category Archives: France

Press Releases & News from France distributed via EuropaWire

IKEA Stores Transform Car Parks into Flea Markets to Promote Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) As part of the ongoing ‘Keep good things going’ campaign, IKEA Retail countries like Belgium, France, and Sweden are converting their store car parks into flea markets to encourage customers to extend the lifespan of their products. The … Read the full press release

Safran Electrical & Power Partners with Bell Textron for U.S. Army’s FLRAA Program Starter-Generation Systems

(IN BRIEF) Safran Electrical & Power has secured a significant agreement with Bell Textron Inc. to supply high-voltage starter-generation systems for the U.S. Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program. This cutting-edge system, designed to meet the evolving electrical … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Unveils Villaya Flex Microgrid Solution at ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2024

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, debuted its latest innovation, the Villaya Flex microgrid solution, at the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) Energy Access Investment Forum 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria. With over 756 million people … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Announces Final Investment Decision for Kaminho Project in Angola

(IN BRIEF) Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, along with key stakeholders, met in Luanda to announce the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Kaminho deepwater project in Angola. TotalEnergies, alongside partners Petronas and Sonangol, will develop the Cameia … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Boosts Cultural and Creative Sectors with InvestEU Agreements

(IN BRIEF) At the 77th Cannes Film Festival, the European Investment Fund (EIF) and the European Commission announced agreements aimed at bolstering SMEs and small mid-caps in Europe’s cultural and creative sectors. These agreements, supported by the InvestEU programme, involve … Read the full press release

Thales and Nokia Secure Contract to Upgrade Communications Network for London Underground

(IN BRIEF) Thales and Nokia have been awarded a contract by Transport for London (TfL) to enhance the communications infrastructure supporting the London Underground. This comprehensive renewal aims to ensure peak performance of TfL’s multi-services network (MSN), minimizing risks, disruptions, … Read the full press release

Paris 2024 Pride House Paves the Way for Inclusive Sports Legacy

(IN BRIEF) Paris 2024 announces the launch of Pride House · Paris 2024 at the Péniche Rosa Bonheur on the Seine, marking International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. This initiative, supported by partners including Minister Aurore Bergé and IOC … Read the full press release

Olympic Torch Lights Up Haute-Garonne: A Day of Celebration and Inspiration

(IN BRIEF) Stage 9 of the Olympic Torch Relay in Haute-Garonne, South West France, was a day filled with excitement and inspiration as nearly 150 torchbearers carried the flame through various towns. The Torch Relay showcased the region’s vibrant culture … Read the full press release

AXA Releases Financial Report for 2023, Compliant with EU Regulations

(IN BRIEF) AXA has disclosed its AXA Group Solvency and Financial Condition Report (Group SFCR) for the fiscal period ending December 31, 2023, adhering to the directives of Directive 2009/138/EC and Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/35, collectively known as Solvency II … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO’s Neuflize OBC Enters Exclusive Talks with BNP Paribas Cardif for Strategic Insurance Partnership

(IN BRIEF) ABN AMRO’s French private bank branch, Neuflize OBC, has initiated exclusive negotiations with BNP Paribas Cardif to forge a strategic partnership in life insurance in France. This collaboration involves the sale of Neuflize Vie, a joint venture between … Read the full press release

EDF Pioneers Green Commercial Paper Issuance, Targets Renewable Energy Investments

(IN BRIEF) On May 14, 2024, EDF achieved a significant milestone by launching its inaugural green commercial paper issuance, valued at €50 million with a 6-month maturity, successfully subscribed by Ecofi. The funds from this issuance are earmarked to support … Read the full press release

BASF Elevates Car Painting Skills at WorldSkills Lyon 2024 with Sustainable Solutions

(IN BRIEF) BASF solidifies its commitment to the WorldSkills movement by signing a multi-year global industry partnership as the exclusive sponsor of the Car Painting category and becoming the global silver partner of the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France. … Read the full press release

Alstom Revamps c2c’s Class 357 Fleet with £8.8 Million Refurbishment Contract

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has clinched an £8.8 million contract with c2c, a passenger operator, for the refurbishment of its Class 357 Electrostar fleet. The contract entails the repair and repaint of 74 four-car units, … Read the full press release

Kerem Bugay Assumes Role of Managing Director at Alstom Türkiye, Pledging Rail Systems Advancement

(IN BRIEF) In a strategic move to bolster its operations in Türkiye, Alstom has appointed Kerem Bugay as the new Managing Director of Alstom Türkiye. With over two decades of leadership experience in the Middle East and Africa region, Kerem … Read the full press release

Eviden Unveils JARVICE™ AI: Streamlining AI Infrastructure Management

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a business within the Atos Group specializing in advanced computing, has introduced JARVICE™ AI, a new software solution aimed at simplifying the management of AI infrastructure. JARVICE AI, an extension of Eviden’s existing JARVICE™ XE platform, offers … Read the full press release

Eviden Launches BullSequana AI 600: Empowering Breakthroughs in AI Innovation with AMD Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, in partnership with AMD, introduces the BullSequana AI 600, a new addition to its AI product lineup designed to support developers, data scientists, and researchers in achieving breakthroughs in innovation and computation. Featuring AMD Instinct™ MI300X accelerators … Read the full press release

JEDI Tops Green500 List: Leading the Charge in Energy-Efficient Supercomputing

(IN BRIEF) Forschungszentrum Jülich and EuroHPC Joint Undertaking, in collaboration with ParTec-Eviden, unveiled the first module of the exascale supercomputer JUPITER, named JEDI, at the International Supercomputing Conference. JEDI secured the top spot in the Green500 list for its exceptional … Read the full press release

Bosch Engineering and Ligier Automotive Push Boundaries with Hydrogen-Powered Racing Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering and Ligier Automotive are advancing clean energy technologies in motorsport by enhancing their hydrogen-powered demonstrator vehicle. Recent intensive testing has focused on optimizing the vehicle’s engine and overall performance for endurance and robustness, achieving impressive power, … Read the full press release

LANXESS Debuts High-Purity Aroma Chemicals at SIMPPAR, Emphasizes Sustainability in Perfumery

(IN BRIEF) At the SIMPPAR exhibition in Grasse, France, LANXESS showcased its comprehensive range of high-purity, nature-identical aroma chemicals for the first time, including innovative grades of Kalama benzyl benzoate and other developing aromatic ingredients. Featuring an array of floral, … Read the full press release

EDF Secures €5.8 Billion in Green Loans to Extend Life of French Nuclear Fleet

(IN BRIEF) EDF has successfully signed green bank loans totaling approximately €5.8 billion, with terms ranging from three to five years, facilitated by major international banks such as BNP Paribas and Bank of America. These funds are earmarked specifically for … Read the full press release