Category Archives: France

Press Releases & News from France distributed via EuropaWire

Ørsted Streamlines European Onshore Renewables Focus with ENGIE Deal

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted, a global leader in renewable energy, is divesting its French onshore operations to ENGIE as part of its strategic realignment towards key European markets for onshore renewables. The share purchase agreement includes the sale of OSTWIND International … Read the full press release

Airbus Unveils Pléiades Neo Next Program to Enhance Earth Observation Constellation

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has announced the launch of the Pléiades Neo Next program, aimed at expanding its high-resolution Earth observation constellation. This initiative will introduce new satellite assets and capabilities, including improved native resolution, to augment the existing Pléiades Neo … Read the full press release

Josée Ouellet Named Grand Ambassador of Université de Sherbrooke by Alstom

(IN BRIEF) Josée Ouellet, Vice President of Services for Alstom in North America, has been appointed as the Grand Ambassador of Université de Sherbrooke in Quebec, Canada. This prestigious recognition from the university acknowledges Ouellet’s exceptional career achievements and contributions … Read the full press release

Alstom Wins 2024 Hydrogen Mobility Award at Canadian Hydrogen Convention

(IN BRIEF) Alstom was honored with the 2024 Hydrogen Mobility Award at the 2024 Canadian Hydrogen Convention Award gala for its groundbreaking achievement of commissioning the first hydrogen train in the Americas. The Coradia iLint, Alstom’s hydrogen-powered train, carried over … Read the full press release

Alstom’s Innovation Station in Stockholm Embarks on Groundbreaking Partnership with TiB

(IN BRIEF) Alstom’s Innovation Station in Stockholm has initiated a pioneering two-year collaboration with Tåg i Bergslagen (TiB), a train operator in Sweden’s Bergslagen area, focusing on advancing railway technology. This unique partnership aims to develop innovative solutions to enhance … Read the full press release

Alstom Expands Manufacturing for Renfe’s High-Capacity Commuter Trains

(IN BRIEF) Alstom’s industrial site in Catalonia welcomed Spanish Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, Oscar Puente, and Renfe President, Raül Blanco, for a tour showcasing the innovative manufacturing process for the 201 new Coradia high-capacity commuter trains being produced … Read the full press release

Michelin and Porsche Drive Innovation Forward with Bespoke Tires for the New Electric Macan

(IN BRIEF) Michelin and Porsche continue their longstanding partnership with the introduction of three tailored tire ranges for the all-electric Porsche Macan, marking another milestone in their collaborative journey of over half a century. Leveraging expertise gained from the World … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Unveils Next-Gen Battery Energy Storage System for Microgrids

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric introduces its latest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), designed to enhance energy resilience and sustainability within microgrid solutions. The BESS serves as a cornerstone technology, capturing and storing energy from various sources for later use, ensuring … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Reports Positive Progress in Sustainability Journey with Q1 2024 Results

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, has unveiled its first-quarter results for the Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) program, in conjunction with financial outcomes. The SSI program, integral to the company’s 2021–2025 sustainability targets, encompasses environmental, … Read the full press release

Safran Leads French Innovation with Record-Breaking Patent Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Safran has secured its position as France’s top patent holder, with a staggering 16,457 active patents, according to the National Industrial Property Institute’s (INPI) inaugural ranking. The aerospace giant’s relentless commitment to innovation is evident in its extensive … Read the full press release

EU Commission Backs Thales-Led AI Project for Land Forces’ Optronic Systems

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission has signed a Grant Agreement for the STORE (Shared daTabase for Optronics image Recognition and Evaluation) research project, led by Thales and funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF). Involving a consortium of 20 partners … Read the full press release

CNP Assurances Enters Negotiations to Sell Insurance Operations in Cyprus and Greece to Hellenic Bank

(IN BRIEF) CNP Assurances has initiated exclusive negotiations with Hellenic Bank for the sale of its insurance operations in Cyprus and Greece. These operations, conducted through CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings (CIH), represent a small fraction of CNP Assurances Group’s total … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and Vanguard Renewables Forge Joint Venture to Boost Renewable Natural Gas Projects Across the US

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and Vanguard Renewables have established an equally owned joint venture to accelerate the development, construction, and operation of Farm Powered® renewable natural gas (RNG) projects in the United States. The agreement, signed in New York, marks a … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Expands Portfolio Through Strategic Asset Swaps with Trident Energy

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies EP Congo, an 85%-owned affiliate of TotalEnergies, has inked a deal with Trident Energy, involving the acquisition of an additional 10% interest in the Moho license and the sale of its 53.5% interest in the Nkossa and … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Showcases Cutting-Edge Industrial Innovations at Hannover Messe 2024

(IN BRIEF) At Hannover Messe 2024, Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is set to unveil its latest advancements in industrial technology. Focused on driving productivity and efficiency while promoting sustainability, Schneider Electric’s innovations include industrial … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and OQ Finalize Marsa LNG Project, Pioneering Low-Emission LNG Production in Oman

(IN BRIEF) During a visit to Muscat, Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, reaffirmed the enduring partnership between TotalEnergies and Oman by announcing the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Marsa LNG project. This project, in collaboration with OQ, … Read the full press release

GTT Group Names Jean-Baptiste Choimet as New CEO, Maintains Philippe Berterottière as Chairman

(IN BRIEF) The GTT Group has announced the appointment of Jean-Baptiste Choimet as its new Chief Executive Officer effective June 12, 2024. Currently serving as a member of GTT’s Executive committee and Managing Director of Elogen, a subsidiary specializing in … Read the full press release

VINCI Concessions Seals Landmark Acquisition of Denver’s Northwest Parkway

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Concessions, through its subsidiary VINCI Highways, has completed the purchase of NWP HoldCo LLC, securing full ownership of Northwest Parkway, a crucial 14 km tolled segment of the Denver ring road in Colorado, USA, for approximately $1.2 … Read the full press release

UK Ministry of Defence Enhances Fleet Efficiency with Airbus H145 Helicopter Order

(IN BRIEF) The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has placed an order for six Airbus H145 helicopters, marking a strategic move towards fleet modernization and consolidation. These helicopters, designated for deployment in Cyprus and Brunei, will replace existing Airbus Pumas, … Read the full press release

Sanofi’s Frexalimab Shows Promise in Phase 2 for Treating Multiple Sclerosis

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi’s experimental CD40L antibody, frexalimab, demonstrates encouraging results in a 48-week phase 2 study for relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS). Presented at the American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting, the data reveals sustained reduction in disease activity and favorable … Read the full press release