Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

Luca Martinazzoli Appointed Managing Director of Arena Milano to Lead Development of Italy’s Premier Entertainment Venue

(IN BRIEF) CTS EVENTIM has appointed Luca Martinazzoli as the Managing Director of Arena Milano, set to open in 2025. Martinazzoli will oversee the arena’s operational management and development, positioning it as Italy’s premier cultural and entertainment venue. With extensive … Read the full press release

PNE AG Reports Record Growth in Clean Electricity Marketing, Supporting 600 MW in 2024

(IN BRIEF) PNE AG has seen significant growth in its consulting division, supporting 137 renewable energy projects, including 45 wind and photovoltaic initiatives totaling 600 MW in 2024. The company’s success highlights the rising demand for customized marketing strategies in … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Risks of Intermittent Fasting for Teenagers, Impairing Insulin-Producing Cells

(IN BRIEF) A study by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), LMU Hospital Munich, and Helmholtz Munich found that while intermittent fasting benefits adult mice by improving insulin sensitivity, it harms beta cell development in adolescent mice, which could have … Read the full press release

RWE Breaks Ground on First Commercial-Scale Agri-PV Projects in Italy to Boost Renewable Energy and Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) RWE has begun constructing its first commercial-scale Agri-PV plants in Benevento, Italy, with the Morcone and Acquafredda projects expected to generate enough energy for over 13,000 households. The plants use elevated solar panel systems to optimize land use, … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall to Provide Advanced Simulators for C-390 Aircraft to the Netherlands in Multi-Million Euro Deal

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract by Embraer to supply advanced simulators for the Royal Netherlands Air Force’s C-390 aircraft, including a Full Flight and Mission Simulator (FFMS) and a Cargo Handling Station Trainer (CHST). These simulators, set … Read the full press release

Evonik Showcases Cutting-Edge Biotechnology and Local Innovations at PCHi 2025 in Guangzhou

(IN BRIEF) Evonik will present its expanded portfolio at PCHi 2025 in Guangzhou, showcasing advanced biotechnology and products tailored to the regional market across various sectors. The company’s Care Solutions business focuses on meeting the growing demand for eco-friendly and … Read the full press release

Axel Springer Acquires Sole Ownership of Morning Brew, Appoints New CEO and President

(IN BRIEF) Axel Springer has completed a financial transaction to become the sole owner of Morning Brew Inc., transitioning from a majority shareholder. As part of this change, co-founder and CEO Austin Rief has stepped down to become Executive Chairman, … Read the full press release

Eurogrid Secures One Billion Euros for Offshore Grid Projects with KfW-Backed Green Financing

(IN BRIEF) Eurogrid GmbH, the parent company of 50Hertz, has secured a one billion euro, ten-year loan agreement with twelve banks as part of a KfW-backed green syndicated financing deal. The loan will fund two offshore grid projects, Ostwind 4 … Read the full press release

Uniper and Kyuden International Partner to Expand Hydrogen and Ammonia Trading in Global Energy Market

(IN BRIEF) Uniper SE and Kyuden International Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate in hydrogen and ammonia trading, renewable energy, and carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS). The partnership combines Uniper’s global portfolio of low-carbon and … Read the full press release

LANXESS Introduces Scopeblue: A Sustainable Solution for Iron Oxide Pigments

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS is launching a sustainable version of its Bayferrox iron oxide yellow pigment, branded under the Scopeblue label. These new pigments, made with eco-efficient raw materials and renewable energy, offer a 35% reduction in carbon footprint compared to … Read the full press release

E.ON, Coventry City Council, and Kestrix Launch Thermal Drone Project to Improve Energy Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) E.ON, Coventry City Council, and Kestrix have partnered to enhance energy efficiency in the city using thermal camera drones and 3D heat loss modelling to collect data on heat losses from buildings. This collaboration aims to improve energy … Read the full press release

Alexion and DHL Express Lead with 100% Transition to Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, has partnered with DHL Express to become the first company in Ireland to fully transition its air freight operations to 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This switch will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over … Read the full press release

T-Systems Launches Secure AI Foundation Services for Scalable, Compliant Enterprise AI Deployment

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems has introduced its AI Foundation Services to provide secure, scalable, and compliant AI solutions for businesses, particularly in regulated sectors like healthcare and public administration. The services include over 15 Large Language Models (LLMs) and pre-configured solutions … Read the full press release

Siemens Partners with Guofu Hydrogen and RCT GH Hydrogen to Drive Green Hydrogen Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has partnered with Guofu Hydrogen and RCT GH Hydrogen to advance the global hydrogen value chain, particularly in the production of electrolyzers and green hydrogen. Siemens will act as the preferred supplier and technology partner, contributing solutions … Read the full press release

DPG Media Partners with EIB for €120 Million Loan to Drive Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) DPG Media Group has secured a €120 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) as part of its ongoing digital transformation, which involves investing €392 million in the period 2024-2026. The loan will help accelerate the company’s … Read the full press release

DHL Global Forwarding Advocates for ‘China Plus X’ Strategy to Strengthen Global Supply Chains

(IN BRIEF) DHL Global Forwarding’s latest white paper emphasizes the importance of adopting multi-shoring strategies, expanding beyond the traditional “China Plus 1” model to include several global regions. The “China Plus X” approach aims to diversify production and supplier locations, … Read the full press release

Chemetall Transition to 100% Renewable Electricity at Michigan Facility to Reduce CO2 Emissions

(IN BRIEF) Chemetall, part of BASF’s Coatings division, has transitioned its Blackman Township production facility in Michigan to 100% renewable electricity, marking a significant step in its sustainability efforts. Partnering with BASF Renewable Energy, the facility will use wind and … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Expands Mireo Fleet for ÖBB with 30 New Trains for Austrian Rail Network

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured an additional order from Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) for 30 Mireo trains, increasing their fleet to 100. The new trains, which will include both three-car and four-car units, are scheduled to enter passenger service … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility and Leonhard Weiss Secure Major Contract for Germany’s Rail Modernization

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility, in partnership with Leonhard Weiss, has secured a significant share of Deutsche Bahn’s (DB) first-ever volume contract for the modernization of Germany’s rail network. Valued at €2.8 billion for the consortium, the contract is part of … Read the full press release

RWE Launches First Solar Farm in Saxony, Supporting Local Community and Biodiversity

(IN BRIEF) RWE has launched its first solar project in Saxony, the Schönau solar farm in Wildenfels, which will generate around 21 million kilowatt-hours of renewable energy annually. The farm, spanning 20 hectares with 36,000 solar modules, will power approximately … Read the full press release