Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

Oliver Bäte’s Tenure as Allianz SE CEO Extended to 2028

(IN BRIEF) Allianz SE has made notable adjustments to its Board of Management, extending Oliver Bäte’s tenure as Chairman of the Board and CEO until 2028, renewing Andreas Wimmer’s role overseeing Life and Asset Management for five years, and appointing … Read the full press release

Heidelberg Materials Announces Managing Board Changes and Restructuring of Group Areas

(IN BRIEF) Heidelberg Materials AG’s Supervisory Board has made significant decisions regarding the composition of the Managing Board and restructuring of Group areas. Notably, the Group areas Western & Southern Europe and most of Northern & Eastern Europe-Central Asia will … Read the full press release

Fifth Annual “German AI Award” Recognizes Excellence in Artificial Intelligence

(IN BRIEF) The fifth annual “German AI Award” was presented in Berlin by WELT to honor outstanding achievements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). The award ceremony included the AI Innovation Award, the AI User Award, and the AI … Read the full press release

50Hertz Signs €4.6 Billion Contracts for High-Performance Cables to Advance Germany’s Green Energy Goals

(IN BRIEF) 50Hertz, a major electricity transmission system operator in Germany, has entered into project and framework contracts with leading European cable manufacturers NKT and Prysmian Power Link. These contracts, valued at €4.6 billion, cover the production and installation of … Read the full press release

CUPRA Opens Stylish City Garage in Berlin’s Vibrant Am Tacheles District

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, the Spanish automotive brand, has expanded its global presence by opening a new CUPRA City Garage in Berlin’s lively Am Tacheles district. The launch event celebrated the connection between Berlin and Barcelona, two cities known for their … Read the full press release

Dutch King Inaugurates Vattenfall’s 1.5 GW Offshore Wind Farm, Among World’s Largest

(IN BRIEF) Dutch King Willem-Alexander, alongside board members of Vattenfall, BASF, and Allianz, has officially inaugurated the Hollandse Kust Zuid 1-4 offshore wind farm in the North Sea. Located 18-36 kilometers off the Dutch coast, the wind farm features 139 … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Unveils Vehicle Allocation Plans for German Production Network Through 2028

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen is gearing up its Germany-based production network for the future, outlining its vehicle allocation plans through 2028 to the Volkswagen Group’s Supervisory Board. This strategic move aims to ensure profitable capacity utilization and economic viability in the … Read the full press release

Infineon Introduces Enhanced USB-C Cable Assembly Controller for Reliable Power Delivery and Data Transfer

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG is launching the EZ-PD™ CMG2, a USB-C Electronically-Marked Cable Assembly (EMCA) controller designed to deliver robust USB-C Power Delivery (PD) solutions. This controller, part of the EZ-PD portfolio, supports USB-PD 3.1 and Type-C 2.1 standards, … Read the full press release

ZF Wind Power Invests in Sustainable Water Transport for Offshore Wind Turbine Powertrains

(IN BRIEF) ZF Wind Power and Vestas are addressing the growing demand for wind energy and larger offshore wind turbines with the V236-15.0 MWTM powertrain. This powertrain aims to push the boundaries of offshore wind energy production, with a single … Read the full press release

ZF Introduces Next-Gen Rail Drives for Milan and Rome Metros, Enhancing Efficiency and Comfort

(IN BRIEF) ZF, a leading technology company, will supply the metros built by Hitachi Rail for Milan and Rome, Italy, with its latest two-stage spur gear drives. These drives offer several improvements, including a 10% reduction in weight, noise-optimized gearing, … Read the full press release

Voith Enhances OnCare.Health Solution with Wireless Sensors for Predictive Maintenance

(IN BRIEF) Voith has integrated innovative wireless sensors into its OnCare.Health solution to improve maintenance efficiency in papermaking. These sensors can be deployed across the entire papermaking line for various paper grades, from stock preparation to the paper machine’s rotating … Read the full press release

MAHLE Group Achieves Science-Based Climate Targets in Line with Paris Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The MAHLE Group has received confirmation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) that its climate targets align with the goals of the Paris Agreement and are scientifically sound. The automotive supplier has committed to reducing its Scope … Read the full press release

Vestas Secures Order for 25 Wind Turbines in Sweden’s Horshaga Wind Park

(IN BRIEF) Vestas, a leading wind turbine manufacturer, has received a substantial order from SR Energy AB for the Horshaga wind park in southern Sweden’s Uppvidinge municipality. The order encompasses 20 V162-6.2 MW and five V150-4.5 MW wind turbines, along … Read the full press release

KVG Kiel Expands Electric Fleet with 50 New Generation Citeas from VDL Bus & Coach

(IN BRIEF) KVG Kieler Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH has entered into an agreement with VDL Bus & Coach to acquire 50 new generation Citea electric buses, with an option for an additional 10 units. These electric vehicles will be delivered in 2024 … Read the full press release

Aurubis Continues Commitment to Responsible Copper Production with Copper Mark Certification

(IN BRIEF) Aurubis, a prominent global multimetal producer and a leading copper recycler, has successfully completed the Copper Mark certification process for its Olen plant in Belgium, becoming the fourth site in its smelter network to receive the internationally recognized … Read the full press release

Siemens Empowers Industries with Dedicated In-House 5G Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has introduced its own private 5G infrastructure for industrial applications. This in-house solution enables industrial companies to establish their localized 5G networks tailored for automation needs. Siemens’ private 5G networks offer seamless integration with various devices, including … Read the full press release

Axel Springer Sells Stake in Ringier Axel Springer Schweiz as Part of Digital Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Axel Springer has divested its 35% stake in Ringier Axel Springer Schweiz (RASCH) to its joint venture partner, Ringier, as part of its digital strategy. This move allows Ringier to become the sole owner of a portfolio that … Read the full press release

E.ON to Deploy Over 1,200 Fast Charging Stations Across Germany as Part of Deutschlandnetz

(IN BRIEF) E.ON has secured a contract to construct and manage more than 1,200 new fast charging stations at approximately 140 locations in Germany as part of the “Deutschlandnetz” initiative led by the Ministry of Digital Affairs and Transport. The … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies to Expand High-Power EV Charging Network with 1,100 New Points Across Germany

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has secured a contract to install and operate 1,100 high-power charge points (HPC) for electric vehicles (EVs) as part of the German government’s “Deutschlandnetz” initiative. These charging points, offering up to 200 kW charging power, will be … Read the full press release

Continental Launches AllSeasonContact 2 Tire: Enhanced Efficiency, Safety, and Driving Pleasure

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced the AllSeasonContact 2 tire just in time for the fall tire-changing season, promising improved efficiency, safety, and driving enjoyment throughout the year. This new all-weather tire addresses the typical challenges faced by all-season tires, particularly … Read the full press release