Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

Energiekontor Founders Secure Future Holdings With New Foundations

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor AG’s founders, Dr Bodo Wilkens and Günter Lammers, have launched their own foundations to secure the long-term continuity of their shareholdings in the company. The Wilkens Family Foundation in Darmstadt focuses on responsibly managing the family’s wealth … Read the full press release

LANXESS Showcases Sustainable and Innovative Solutions for Personal Care at in-cosmetics Global

(IN BRIEF) At in-cosmetics Global in Amsterdam from April 8 to 10, LANXESS is presenting a broad portfolio of products for the cosmetics and personal care industry. The company will exhibit innovative preservation solutions including Neolone PH Max and Neolone … Read the full press release

PNE Group Accelerates Renewable Expansion With Permits for 185 MW of Wind and Solar Projects

(IN BRIEF) The PNE Group has obtained permits for two onshore wind farms in Hesse and a ground-mounted photovoltaic power plant in Brandenburg, collectively delivering around 185 MW of renewable energy. The Herzhausen wind farm will host six turbines (5.5 … Read the full press release

Continental’s UltraContact NXT Dominates EV Summer Tire Test with Superior Safety and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s UltraContact NXT has emerged as the leading summer tire in the electric vehicle category during a recent test by the Polish magazine “Motor.” Evaluated on a Nissan Leaf in the 205/55 R 16 size, the tire excelled … Read the full press release

Bertelsmann Investments Launches cormeo to Revolutionize Pharma Tech Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Bertelsmann Investments has launched cormeo, a new Pharma Tech holding company within its Bertelsmann Next growth unit, to consolidate the expertise of Docuvera, EXTEDO, and Rote Liste. cormeo is part of a broader strategy that includes Mobile Ad … Read the full press release

ZF Drives Automotive Innovation with Ultra-Fast Optical Ethernet Systems

(IN BRIEF) ZF has unveiled significant improvements to its ProAI high-performance computer by integrating optical multi-gigabit Ethernet based on the IEEE 802.3cz-2023 standard, marking a pivotal moment for fiber optic applications in automotive electrical systems. The new technology supports data … Read the full press release

Henkel Unveils Loctite AA 5885: Rapid-Cure Gasketing Sealant Revolutionizing Automotive Electronics

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has introduced Loctite AA 5885, a 1K polyacrylate UV-curable gasketing sealant designed for automotive electronics applications. Optimized for Cured-in-Place Gasketing, the product offers excellent resistance to automotive fluids, high temperatures, and harsh conditions. It features rapid curing … Read the full press release

Revolutionary Sensor Technology Achieves Sub-Micron Precision in Antimatter Detection

(IN BRIEF) A team from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), working with CERN’s AEgIS collaboration, has developed an innovative detector using repurposed smartphone camera sensors to track antiproton annihilations in real time with a resolution of about 0.6 micrometres—a … Read the full press release

Schmalz Unveils Versatile FQE-V Gripper for Enhanced Robotic Handling Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Schmalz has unveiled the FQE-V, a new, modular, and scalable gripper system for robotics, designed to handle workpieces of various sizes and shapes with precision and safety. The gripper offers customizable suction plate dimensions and suction hole grids, … Read the full press release

Commerzbank Embraces Equator Principles to Enhance Sustainable and Responsible Financing

(IN BRIEF) Commerzbank has signed on to the Equator Principles, a voluntary set of ten guidelines aimed at addressing environmental, social, human rights, and climate risks in project financing. This move underscores the bank’s commitment to sustainable finance and responsible … Read the full press release

Strategic Business Transfer Bolsters Nagarro’s SAP CX Capabilities Across Europe and Africa

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro has transferred the business of Notion Edge France, an SAP gold partner known for its end-to-end SAP Customer Experience solutions, to expand its digital transformation offerings. The transfer bolsters Nagarro’s capabilities in providing customized CX solutions for … Read the full press release

LPKF and Onto Innovation Propel Advanced Packaging with Cutting-Edge Glass Processing Solutions

(IN BRIEF) LPKF Laser & Electronics SE has joined Onto Innovation’s Packaging Applications Center of Excellence (PACE) to accelerate the production of panel-level packages that use glass cores, crucial for modern semiconductor applications like high-performance computing and AI. LPKF will … Read the full press release

Bechtle and Trend Micro Secure 216M Euro Framework Contract to Transform Public IT Security

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community (BMI) and Bechtle have entered into a framework contract worth 216 million euros for IT security products and services from Trend Micro. The five-year agreement, with a possible two-year extension, … Read the full press release

TeamViewer Unveils Global Report on AI’s Game-Changing Role in Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) At Hannover Messe, TeamViewer unveiled its AI Opportunity in Manufacturing Report, which highlights how artificial intelligence is poised to deliver the biggest productivity surge in a century. The report shows that 71% of manufacturing decision-makers believe AI will … Read the full press release

ROCKINGER Marks 150 Years of Towing Innovation with Advanced Smart Coupling Solutions

(IN BRIEF) ROCKINGER celebrates its 150th anniversary by honoring a long legacy of innovation and excellence in towing hitch technology. Founded in 1875 in Munich by Johann Rockinger, the company has continuously set benchmarks in quality and safety, including the … Read the full press release

Dürr and Orafol Elevate Sustainability with Advanced Oxi.X RE System for Next-Generation Production Hall

(IN BRIEF) Dürr Systems AG and Orafol Europe have deepened their long-standing partnership with the installation of a new Oxi.X RE regenerative thermal oxidation system at Orafol’s 14,000 m² production hall in Oranienburg, Germany. Part of a 160 million euro … Read the full press release

SYNLAB Divests Eastern European Units to Medicover, Sharpening Focus on Strategic Growth Markets

(IN BRIEF) SYNLAB has sold its operations in Eastern Europe—specifically in Croatia, Cyprus, North Macedonia, Romania, Slovenia, and Turkey—to Medicover Group, a major European healthcare provider. This move, representing about 1.5% of SYNLAB’s 2024 revenue, is part of the company’s … Read the full press release

Deutsche Post Unveils Eco-Friendly ‘Flower Letter’ Stamp, Pioneering Recycled Paper Use

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Post is introducing the “Flower Letter” stamp as part of its “World of Letters” standard series, available from April 3 in postal outlets and online. Priced at 95 cents, this stamp is the first gummed stamp made … Read the full press release

Enhancing Mobility: BASF’s Cellasto® Propels Össur’s Next-Gen Prosthetic Innovation

(IN BRIEF) At CHINAPLAS 2025 in Shenzhen, BASF presented Össur’s Pro-Flex® Terra foot prosthesis, featuring BASF’s Cellasto® microcellular material that emulates the natural motion of human muscles and tendons. The prosthetic foot, with its innovative three-step foam design, adapts to … Read the full press release

Unlocking Healthy Aging: BASF Unveils Holistic Longevity Ecosystem at in-cosmetics Global 2025

(IN BRIEF) At in-cosmetics Global 2025 in Amsterdam, BASF launches its Longevity Ecosystem, an innovative approach in personal care focused on planetary, emotional, and physical well-being. The initiative, part of BASF’s Beyond Beauty journey, introduces sustainable alternatives like Verdessence® Maize … Read the full press release