Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

TUM Alumnus Emmanuel Adjei Embarks on 10,000-Kilometer Charity Ride to Promote Educational Equity in Africa

(IN BRIEF) Emmanuel Adjei, a sports scientist at TUM, embarks on a 10,000-kilometer charity ride from Munich to Accra to promote educational equity and raise funds for the NGO EduSpots. Starting on June 7, 2025, the journey will cover 15 … Read the full press release

TUM Study Finds Green Hydrogen from Africa More Expensive Than Expected, Recommends Policy Interventions

(IN BRIEF) A study led by TUM and supported by the University of Oxford has revealed that producing green hydrogen in Africa for export to Europe is much more expensive than previously assumed. Only a small fraction of potential production … Read the full press release

Alstom Showcases Traxx Locomotive Platform and AI-Driven Solutions at Transport Logistic 2025

(IN BRIEF) Alstom will highlight its Traxx locomotive platform at the Transport Logistic trade fair in Munich, featuring the versatile Traxx Universal multi-purpose locomotive, now expanding in Europe with seamless cross-border capabilities. The company will also showcase AI-driven maintenance solutions … Read the full press release

E.ON Partners with CyrusOne to Deliver Local Power Generation Solutions and Boost Frankfurt Data Center Capacity

(IN BRIEF) E.ON has partnered with CyrusOne to design and implement local power generation solutions for data centers, starting with the FRA7 data center in Griesheim, Germany. This innovative solution will add 61 megawatts of power to the facility by … Read the full press release

KfW Report: Decline in Germany’s SMEs Engaged in International Trade as Geopolitical and Economic Challenges Mount

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have significantly reduced their international business activities, with the number of businesses operating abroad falling from 880,000 in 2022 to around 763,000 in 2023. Despite this, businesses that continued to operate internationally … Read the full press release

DHL Announces Price Adjustments and New Product Offerings for International Shipping Starting July 2025

(IN BRIEF) DHL will implement moderate price increases for international parcels and small packages starting July 1, 2025. The price adjustments will vary across different country zones, with many areas seeing stable pricing. New services will include a 2 kg … Read the full press release

Siemens and Hirano Tecseed Collaborate to Transform Battery Production with Advanced Simulation and Digital Twin Technology

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Hirano Tecseed have partnered to advance battery manufacturing processes, focusing on digitalization and the optimization of coating machines. The collaboration uses Siemens’ Simcenter™ software and digital twin technology to simulate and improve the coating process, ensuring … Read the full press release

Kentaro Koyama of Deutsche Bank Honored with 2024 Forecast Accuracy Award for Japan’s Economic Predictions

(IN BRIEF) Kentaro Koyama, Chief Economist for Japan at Deutsche Securities, has been awarded the 2024 Forecast Accuracy Award for Japan by Consensus Economics. His predictions for Japan’s real GDP growth and inflation were recognized for their exceptional accuracy over … Read the full press release

BILD Partners with ROCK AM RING for Historic 40th Anniversary, Offering Exclusive Livestream and Coverage

(IN BRIEF) BILD and ROCK AM RING team up for the festival’s 40th anniversary, providing an exclusive livestream of the Utopia Stage and editorial coverage, bringing the festival experience to a wider audience across Germany. The media partnership, marking the … Read the full press release

Lidl Italia Leads Italy’s Green Logistics Revolution with the Introduction of the Fully Electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600

(IN BRIEF) Lidl Italia becomes the first company in Italy to operate the fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, a milestone in sustainable logistics. In collaboration with Daimler Truck Italia and LC3 Trasporti, Lidl is leading the way in decarbonizing freight … Read the full press release

Eckert & Ziegler Hosts Successful 3rd Boston Radionuclide Theranostics Forum to Shape the Future of Precision Oncology

(IN BRIEF) Eckert & Ziegler successfully hosted the 3rd annual Boston Radionuclide Theranostics Forum, bringing together industry leaders to discuss radionuclide theranostics’ role in transforming precision oncology. The event featured expert presentations on advancements in radiopharmaceuticals, clinical development challenges, and … Read the full press release

Fresenius Medical Care Unveils Groundbreaking Research and Innovations in Kidney Care at ERA Congress

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Medical Care will showcase a variety of new research at the 62nd Congress of the European Renal Association (ERA) in Vienna, focusing on advancements in kidney care, artificial intelligence, fluid management, and hemodiafiltration. Key studies include the … Read the full press release

Hapag-Lloyd Announces New Africa Organizational Structure to Boost Growth and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Hapag-Lloyd has restructured its operations in Africa to enhance its presence in line with Strategy 2030. The company has divided its previous two Areas into four, creating new divisions for West Africa, Central Africa, South Africa, and East … Read the full press release

Fincantieri and TUI Cruises Celebrate the Launch of Mein Schiff Flow, Advancing Sustainable Cruising with Dual-Fuel Technology

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri and TUI Cruises have launched Mein Schiff Flow, the second vessel in TUI Cruises’ new InTUItion class, designed for dual-fuel operation with LNG and MGO. This advanced, eco-friendly ship is set to enter service in mid-2026 and … Read the full press release

Metso to Divest Ferrous Business to SMS Group in Strategic Move to Strengthen Focus on Copper and Battery Minerals

(IN BRIEF) Metso has agreed to sell its Ferrous business, including the travelling grate pelletizing and Circored™ direct reduction process, to SMS group, a global leader in metals industry technology. This deal, set to close in the first quarter of … Read the full press release

Infineon Launches First Radiation-Hardened GaN Transistors for Space Missions, Earning Highest DLA Certification

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has unveiled its first radiation-hardened Gallium Nitride (GaN) transistors, designed for space applications and certified to the highest reliability standards by the United States Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The GaN High Electron Mobility Transistor (HEMT) devices … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall to Unveil Advanced Military Solutions at CANSEC 2025, Including Mission Master CXT with Drone Integration

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall will showcase its latest military technologies at CANSEC 2025, including the Mission Master CXT with tethered drone integration, as part of its Uncrewed Ground Systems (UGS) family. The company will also display the MSU-GP 200T turbine-powered Air … Read the full press release

STRABAG Leads Groundbreaking Bridge Shifting Operation for Rinsdorf Viaduct

(IN BRIEF) STRABAG and Bickhardt Bau AG are leading an innovative operation to shift the Rinsdorf viaduct, part of the A45 bridge renewal project. The 40,000-ton section of the bridge will be moved 20 meters and 59 centimeters using a … Read the full press release

Flix Partners with Talgo for €2.4 Billion High-Speed Train Deal to Enhance Sustainable Rail Travel Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Flix has awarded Talgo a €2.4 billion contract to supply up to 65 high-speed trains based on the Talgo 230 platform, with an initial order of 30 units valued at €1.06 billion. The trains, designed for full accessibility … Read the full press release