Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

BMW to present at the 85th Geneva International Motor Show, 5 – 15 March 2015

GENEVA, 17-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — BMW will take to the stage at the traditional Geneva International Motor Show from 5 – 15 March 2015 with two world premieres: the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer, which offers seating for up to seven people, and the … Read the full press release

BMW Motorrad reports of its best January sales ever with 15.2% more motorcycles and maxi scooters supplied to customers worldwide

MUNICH, 17-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — After the fourth record year in succession in 2014, BMW Motorrad has started the new year with a significant increase in sales. With 6,263 (previous year: 5,438) units, 15.2% more motorcycles and maxi scooters were supplied to customers … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz celebrates the 60th anniversary of a memorable motor racing success with an extraordinary special model of the SL Roadster

STUTTGART, 16-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Mercedes-Benz celebrates the 60th anniversary of a memorable motor racing success with an extraordinary special model of the SL Roadster. Its name commemorates the unexpected victory of a 300 SL in the production sports cars … Read the full press release

BMW Motorsport setzt auf Shells Premium-Motorenöle Shell Helix Ultra und Pennzoil

HAMBURG, 16-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — BMW Motorsport setzt auf Shells Premium-Motorenöle Shell Helix Ultra und Pennzoil. Zudem empfiehlt BMW Shell V-Power als Premium-Kraftstoff für Fahrzeuge der Marke BMW M. Ende letzten Jahres haben Shell und die BMW AG bekannt gegeben, … Read the full press release

Crytek presents at GDC 2015 in San Francisco, March 4th – 6th 2015

Visit Crytek at booth #1424 in San Francisco’s Moscone Center from March 4-6 Frankfurt am Main, 13-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — With GDC 2015 just around the corner, independent game developer and publisher Crytek has announced details of its plans for … Read the full press release

KUKA AG’s Systems division lands a major order from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

Augsburg, 13-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — KUKA AG’s Systems division has landed a major order from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA). The job is valued in the mid-double digit million euro range. The project comprises the engineering and installation of a roof brazing … Read the full press release

KUKA Group reached its guidance and clearly surpassed the previous year’s key figures in 2014

At € 2.2 billion (+18.4 percent), orders received pass the two billion mark for the first time Sales revenues rise to € 2.1 billion (+18.1 percent) EBITDA rises to € 184.9 million (+16.7 percent) EBIT and the EBIT margin improved … Read the full press release

Chancellor Angela Merkel to speak with KUKA about forward-looking robot and control technology for the factory of the future

Augsburg, 13-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — On February 23, KUKA AG will have the honor of welcoming German Chancellor Angela Merkel to its company headquarters in Augsburg. In an informative dialog, the Chancellor plans to speak with KUKA CEO Till Reuter … Read the full press release

DEG committed EUR 1.47bn to finance private investments in developing and emerging-market countries in 2014

New commitments 2014 above previous year’s level: EUR 1.47bn EUR 855m for investments in future markets Major focus on climate and resource protection COLOGNE, 12-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH, committed EUR 1.47bn to finance … Read the full press release

Technische Universität München: Scientists obtained for the first time direct observational proof of the presence of dark matter in the Milky Way

The Universe is pervaded by a mysterious form of matter, dubbed dark matter, about five times more abundant than the ordinary matter – made of atoms – we are familiar with. Its existence in galaxies was robustly established in the … Read the full press release

MAN Diesel & Turbo renews contract with Chinese two-stroke licensee, China Shipbuilding Industry Corp. (CSIC)

BEIJING, 10-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — At a ceremony in Beijing on 3 February 2015, MAN Diesel & Turbo renewed its contract with Chinese two-stroke licensee, China Shipbuilding Industry Corp. (CSIC). The agreement runs for the next 10 years and covers … Read the full press release

Universität Konstanz: Ein Kooperationsprojekt mit Konstanzer Beteiligung erforscht mit der Rekonstruktion des Drosophila-Gehirns die Grundlage für ein allgemeines Gehirnmodell

Ein Kooperationsprojekt mit Konstanzer Beteiligung erforscht mit der Rekonstruktion des Drosophila-Gehirns die Grundlage für ein allgemeines Gehirnmodell Konstanz, Germany, 10-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Wir organisiert ein Gehirn Verhalten? Obwohl es Gehirnforschern aus vielen Disziplinen gelungen ist, bestimmte Aspekte von Verhalten bestimmten … Read the full press release

Arburg to exhibit at the Plagkem in Celje, Slovenia from 21 to 24 April 2015

Cost-efficient: complete automation solution built around energy-optimised Allrounder Golden Edition Efficient: finished toy buggy produced in a single step Plagkem: important industry event in South East Europe Lossburg, Germany, 9-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Arburg will be exhibiting at the Plagkem in Celje, … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz sold 125,865 vehicles in January; the best start of the year in the company’s history

Best start of the year in the company’s history for Mercedes-Benz with 125,865 vehicles sold in January (+13.6%) Ola Källenius, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG, responsible for Mercedes-Benz Cars Marketing & Sales: “We have started the … Read the full press release

Sandoz: 160,000 – 200,000 children estimated to be diagnosed with childhood cancer each year

Holzkirchen, Germany, 6-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Between 160,000 and 200,000 children are estimated to be diagnosed with childhood cancer and around 100,000 die from it each year. With proper diagnosis, treatment and drugs, most childhood cancers can be cured. In … Read the full press release

adidas Group achieved record € 1 billion sales in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in 2014

2014 sales reach the € 1 billion mark More than 30% growth in the football category More World Cup jerseys sold than ever before adidas most popular brand in Germany Herzogenaurach, Germany, 6-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Record sales for the … Read the full press release

The reorganization of Baltik Vairas German unit spurs a boost in efficiency

Šiauliai, Lithuania, 5-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Baltik Vairas, the Northern European developer and manufacturer of bicycles and e-bikes, is going through a substantial structural reorganization which has already had an impact on the overall efficiency of business processes. Due to the reorganization … Read the full press release

Funds managed by Equistone Partners Europe Limited acquired majority stake in POLO Motorrad und Sportswear GmbH

Equistone takes overt multi-channel retailer of motorcycle clothing and accessories Further growth is planned through market consolidation, strategic acquisitions and expanding the network of stores POLO Motorrad’s online trading and business to business channel are expected to be strengthened Munich/ … Read the full press release

Equistone Partners Europe Limited backed Bretèche Industrie acquisition of German-based IsernHäger

LONDON, 4-2-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Bretèche Industrie (“the Group”), a leading manufacturer of equipment for the international food and pharmaceutical industries, has strengthened its bakery business with the 100% acquisition of German-based IsernHäger. The deal has been backed by Equistone … Read the full press release

Chemical group WACKER to unveil silane-terminated polymers for the formulation of industrial adhesives and for sealing flat surfaces at the European Coatings Show 2015

At the European Coatings Show 2015, Munich-based chemical group WACKER will be unveiling novel, silane-terminated polymers for the formulation of industrial adhesives and for sealing flat surfaces. Known as GENIOSIL® XT, the new binder makes it possible to produce materials … Read the full press release