Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

E.ON Hits 10,000 Digital Secondary Substations, Accelerating Smart Grid Rollout by 500 Units Monthly

(IN BRIEF) E.ON grid companies have installed their 10,000th digital secondary substation in Germany, a critical link for real‐time monitoring between medium‐ and low‐voltage networks. As renewable generation and electrification grow, these smart substations send two million measurements per minute to … Read the full press release

Leadec Assembles One Millionth Wheel for MAN’s Niepołomice Truck Plant

(IN BRIEF) Leadec hit a major milestone on 15 July 2025 by assembling its one‑millionth wheel for the MAN Trucks plant in Niepołomice, Poland. Partnering since August 2022, Leadec’s Kokotów assembly shop operates 24/7 with a 90‑strong team, producing 1,700 wheels daily to … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Unveils MagentaZuhause Hybrid: Fixed‑Line and 5G Internet at Up to 500 Mbps with No Extra Fee

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom’s MagentaZuhause Hybrid service now offers the same plan speeds as its DSL packages—up to 500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload—by merging fixed‑line and mobile networks. Using a Speedport Smart 4 router paired with a 5G receiver, the system automatically … Read the full press release

Bilfinger Wins €20 Million Insulation Framework to Enhance Efficiency at Antwerp Refinery

(IN BRIEF) Bilfinger has been awarded a five‑year, €20 million+ insulation services contract at a major oil refinery in Antwerp, deepening a ten‑year relationship with a top global oil and gas firm. The scope includes pipe insulation replacement, tank insulation and … Read the full press release

Baladna and Algeria Partner with GEA for €170 Million Mega Dairy Farm and Milk Powder Plant

(IN BRIEF) Baladna, the Algerian Government and GEA have inked a €140–170 million agreement to construct the world’s largest integrated dairy farm and milk powder facility in Adrar, Algeria. Scheduled to break ground in 2026 and begin milk powder production by … Read the full press release

Vonovia Joins ATechX Accelerator to Co‑Innovate Smart Living, Energy and IoT Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Vonovia SE has become a strategic partner of ATechX, Aroundtown’s accelerator that pairs startups with industry leaders to co-develop solutions for the real estate sector. Leveraging its management of over 500,000 apartments across Germany, Sweden and Austria, Vonovia will … Read the full press release

Continental Survey Reveals How Fleet Operators in UK, France and Germany Differ on Digital and Sustainability Strategies

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s “The Future of Fleets” study, surveying 850 managers across Europe and North America, reveals that 76 percent of fleets face rising operating costs and 46 percent fear broader economic threats. The research illuminates marked differences in each country’s appetite … Read the full press release

VINCI Energies to Acquire Zimmer & Hälbig, Bolstering High‑Tech HVAC‑R Capabilities Across Germany

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Energies has signed a deal—subject to antitrust approval—to acquire Zimmer & Hälbig, a Bielefeld‑based specialist in HVAC‑R solutions for sensitive environments such as hospitals, laboratories, industrial sites, clean rooms and data centres. Founded in 1974, Zimmer & Hälbig reported €96 million in 2024 … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland and BISTU Launch China’s First Smart Manufacturing Undergraduate Course

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Greater China and BISTU’s School of Management Science and Engineering teamed up to launch “Smart Manufacturing to Go,” China’s first undergraduate course featuring TÜV Rheinland’s professional training. The two‑day program—led by TÜV Rheinland specialists—covered smart manufacturing … Read the full press release

Lindner Group Crafts Innovative 44,000 m² Headquarters for SMS group with Dynamic Modular Interiors

(IN BRIEF) SMS group’s new Mönchengladbach headquarters, completed after four years, comprises five ring‑shaped modules spanning 44,000 m² and 1,500 adaptable workstations designed to foster collaboration. Lindner Group’s interior fit‑out includes high‑performance glazed partitions, digital‑printed aluminium panels, real wood veneers, and … Read the full press release

Stadler to Deliver 132 Custom High‑Floor Trams to Cologne in €700 Million Modernisation Drive

(IN BRIEF) Stadler will deliver 132 custom high‑floor light rail vehicles and 34 intermediate modules to KVB for €700 million, beginning pre‑series arrivals in 2029 and completing full delivery by 2032. The trains can be coupled into 70 metre sets carrying up … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Awards ISO/IEC 27001 Certification to MTU Maintenance Zhuhai for Excellence in Information Security

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Greater China has granted ISO/IEC 27001 certification to MTU Maintenance Zhuhai, validating the company’s strong information security management framework. The recognition affirms MTU-Z’s ability to safeguard sensitive aviation data and maintain global operational integrity in the … Read the full press release

Mindray Achieves EU MDR Certification for Three Surgical Products with Support from TÜV Rheinland

(IN BRIEF) Mindray has received EU MDR Notified Body Certificates for three core surgical products—Articulating Endoscopic Linear Cutter and Reloads, Polymer Ligation Clip, and Reusable Electrode Surgical Instruments—awarded by TÜV Rheinland Greater China on July 11, 2025. This certification marks … Read the full press release

ZÜBLIN Stahlbau Expands Bridge Construction Capabilities with Acquisition of Hilgefort Assets

(IN BRIEF) ZÜBLIN Stahlbau GmbH is acquiring major assets from Hilgefort GmbH in Dinklage, Lower Saxony, through an asset deal effective August 1, 2025. The acquisition secures all 70 employees and includes 40,000 square meters of land and three production … Read the full press release

RWE and Norges Bank Investment Management Reach Key Milestone with First Foundation Installed at Nordseecluster

(IN BRIEF) RWE and Norges Bank Investment Management have marked a significant milestone in their joint Nordseecluster offshore wind project with the installation of the first monopile foundation approximately 50 km off the coast of Juist, Germany. Each foundation, weighing … Read the full press release

Zalando and ZEOS Panel Reveals How Brands Can Build Profitability Through Customer Value and Logistics Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Leaders from Zalando and ZEOS convened for a strategic panel discussion exploring how fashion and lifestyle brands can drive profitability amid market disruption. Key themes included a shift in consumer values toward quality and purpose, the evolution of … Read the full press release

EMA Recommends Approval of Pfizer-BioNTech’s LP.8.1 COVID-19 Vaccine for Broad Use in EU

(IN BRIEF) Pfizer and BioNTech have received a positive recommendation from the EMA’s CHMP for their LP.8.1-adapted monovalent COVID-19 vaccine, COMIRNATY® LP.8.1, for individuals aged six months and older. This updated vaccine offers improved immune protection against prevalent SARS-CoV-2 subvariants, … Read the full press release

STRABAG Hold Estate Begins First Residential Development in Schleswig-Holstein with 53 Energy-Efficient Units

(IN BRIEF) STRABAG Hold Estate has launched its inaugural residential project in Itzehoe, Schleswig-Holstein, using ZÜBLIN’s serial CONCEPT construction system. The development features 53 rental units—36 subsidized by IB.SH and 17 accessible, KfW-supported apartments. Aimed at affordability and sustainability, the … Read the full press release

RWE Wins Consent for Byers Gill 180 MW Solar and Battery Storage Project in North East England

(IN BRIEF) RWE has obtained NSIP approval for the 180 MW (AC) Byers Gill Solar Farm and its equal‑sized battery storage installation near Stockton and Darlington, pending a final investment decision. The co‑located project will store solar energy for dispatch during peak … Read the full press release

BASF Ultrason® Enables Kyoraku’s Amberware: Timeless Honey‑Tinted Tableware

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Ultrason® E 3010 nat serves as the foundation for Amberware, a reusable tableware concept by Kyoraku that leverages the material’s natural honey‑amber tint, toughness, and chemical resistance. These lightweight, microwave‑ and dishwasher‑safe plates resist cracking and chipping—backed by a … Read the full press release