Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

Boehringer’s Apecotrep Demonstrates Significant Proteinuria Reduction in Phase II Study, Supporting Phase III Development in Primary FSGS

(IN BRIEF) Boehringer Ingelheim has reported encouraging Phase II trial results for apecotrep (BI 764198), a potential first-in-class oral TRPC6 inhibitor being developed for primary focal segmental glomerulosclerosis. Published in The Lancet, the study showed a 40% reduction in proteinuria … Read the full press release

GoTeach Program Enters Next Growth Phase as DHL Group Expands Global Youth Employability Partnerships

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has extended its global GoTeach youth employability program for another five years, reaffirming partnerships with Teach For All and SOS Children’s Villages through 2030. Marking its 15th anniversary, the initiative continues to support young people from … Read the full press release

HENSOLDT Strengthens Sustainability Efforts by Scaling Up Renewable-Powered Charging Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT is expanding its electromobility infrastructure across Germany, increasing the total number of electric vehicle charging points at its sites to 102. New and upgraded charging facilities in Oberkochen and Fürstenfeldbruck support rising employee demand and form a … Read the full press release

HENSOLDT and TYTAN Technologies Form Strategic Partnership to Strengthen European Counter-UAS and Infrastructure Protection Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT and TYTAN Technologies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a strategic partnership focused on counter-UAS systems and the protection of critical infrastructure. The cooperation brings together TYTAN’s interceptor drone platforms and HENSOLDT’s sensors and Elysion … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Introduces AI-Supported Electrical Condition Monitoring to Enhance Reliability of Industrial Drive Systems

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler has introduced FAG OPTIME E-CM, expanding its OPTIME ecosystem to include electrical condition monitoring for three-phase motors commonly used across industrial applications. By analysing current and voltage in addition to mechanical vibration data, the solution enables earlier … Read the full press release

50Hertz Secures Long-Term Offshore Grid Integration Agreement with Skyborn to Enable Gennaker Wind Farm Commissioning by 2028

(IN BRIEF) 50Hertz and Skyborn Renewables have concluded a comprehensive cooperation agreement covering the construction and operation of two offshore substations for the Gennaker offshore wind farm, providing legal clarity and enabling commissioning by mid-2028. Located in German territorial waters, … Read the full press release

Germany and Denmark Advance Bornholm Energy Island as a Cornerstone of Cross-Border Offshore Wind Integration

(IN BRIEF) The agreement between Germany and Denmark on the offshore wind farms linked to the Bornholm Energy Island marks a decisive step in advancing one of Europe’s largest cross-border renewable energy projects. Led by transmission system operators 50Hertz and … Read the full press release

Uniper and nLighten Establish Time-Coordinated Renewable Energy Supply for Carbon-Free Data Center Operations in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Uniper has entered into a renewable electricity supply agreement with nLighten to power all of the company’s German data centers with carbon-free energy available 24/7. The contract combines standard electricity with a guaranteed hydropower baseload and offers hourly … Read the full press release

Borealis Demonstrates Viability of Large-Scale Reusable Cup Systems at K 2025 Trade Fair in Düsseldorf

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has completed a successful reusable cup pilot at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, marking the first time a large-scale reuse system was implemented at the event and at Messe Düsseldorf. The project used 50,000 cups made from foamable … Read the full press release

Henkel Consolidates Innovation, Digital Operations, and Supply Chain Functions in New Singapore Science Park Facility

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has relocated its Singapore operations to Geneo at Singapore Science Park, establishing a next-generation global hub that unites innovation, supply chain, digital operations, electronics engineering, and consumer brands under one roof. The move strengthens Singapore’s role as … Read the full press release

Syngenta Signs First Virtual Wind PPA with Statkraft to Advance European Decarbonisation

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta has signed its first virtual power purchase agreement with Statkraft to support the decarbonisation of its European Crop Protection and Seeds operations. The five-year agreement covers 125 GWh of renewable electricity annually, totalling 625 GWh by 2030, … Read the full press release

RWE Secures Long-Term Power Licence for Denmark’s Largest Offshore Wind Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE has secured a 30-year electricity production licence for the Thor offshore wind farm, marking a significant milestone for Denmark’s largest offshore wind project. With an installed capacity of 1.1 gigawatts, Thor is expected to supply renewable electricity … Read the full press release

Expanded TRATON–PlusAI Collaboration Targets Scaled Autonomous Truck Operations Across Key Markets

(IN BRIEF) TRATON GROUP has expanded its strategic partnership with PlusAI to accelerate the commercial rollout of factory-built autonomous trucks in the U.S. and Europe. The collaboration includes up to USD 25 million in dedicated R&D funding to support deeper … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Unveils NextGenH2 Fuel Cell Truck for Long-Haul Transport

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has presented the NextGenH2 Truck, a next-generation fuel cell truck designed for demanding long-haul transport and based on liquid hydrogen technology. Combining proven fuel cell components with series technologies from the eActros 600, the new model … Read the full press release

OTC Presents New Framework to Enable Cross-Border Offshore Grid and Energy Security in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The Offshore TSO Collaboration has presented recommendations at the North Sea Summit outlining how regional planning, shared financing, and innovative cost-allocation models can enable Europe’s first integrated offshore grid. By coordinating cross-border hybrid connections and flexible financing solutions, … Read the full press release

Technical University of Munich Start-Up SYPOX Secures First Industrial Project for Electrified Chemistry

(IN BRIEF) Technical University of Munich has enabled the development of SYPOX, a spin-off start-up that has created electrically heated reactor technology to decarbonise energy-intensive chemical processes. Founded by TUM researchers and supported by the university’s innovation ecosystem, SYPOX replaces … Read the full press release

Beiersdorf Expands Health Care Portfolio with Invisible Wound Care Innovations Targeting New Consumer Segments

(IN BRIEF) Beiersdorf has expanded its Health Care portfolio with the launch of Second Skin Protection Spray Plaster and Liquid Plaster Concentrate under the Hansaplast, Elastoplast, and CURITAS brands, targeting consumers who avoid traditional plasters. The two invisible formats address … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Highlights Reliable Connectivity and Sustainable Network Expansion in New Brand Campaign

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has unveiled a nationwide 360-degree campaign titled “Besser im besten Netz” to highlight the importance of reliable, high-performance networks as a foundation for connection, innovation, and social exchange. Through emotionally driven storytelling and a strong musical … Read the full press release

BASF Coatings Expands Sustainability Transparency with New Digital Product Carbon Accounting System

(IN BRIEF) BASF Coatings has launched a new digital solution that provides transparent, real-time product carbon footprint data across more than 120,000 products worldwide, replacing its previous internal system. By integrating emissions data from over 25,000 raw materials and more … Read the full press release

Allianz Global Investors Expands European Renewable Portfolio with Minority Stake in French Offshore Wind Project

(IN BRIEF) Allianz Global Investors has acquired a 20.25% minority stake in the îles d’Yeu et Noirmoutier offshore wind farm in France from Ocean Winds, marking the first offshore wind partnership between the two groups and Allianz’s first such investment … Read the full press release