Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

Alstom Transport to present number of innovations at the largest trade fair for the railway industry InnoTrans in Berlin from 23 to 26 September 2014

PARIS, 19-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Alstom Transport will be at InnoTrans, the largest trade fair for the railway industry, to be held in Berlin, Germany from 23 to 26 September 2014. On this occasion, Alstom will introduce three major innovations: the … Read the full press release

K+S aims to increase the proportion of women in management positions by approximately 30% by 2020

Kassel, Germany, 16-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — For the third year in a row, the proportion of women in senior management at K+S has continued to increase. In 2013 the proportion of women in management positions in Germany came to 11.2% compared … Read the full press release

The Darkest Hearts to Release Its Debut Single “Disappear” June 16th

“Disappear” on escape plan RECORDS, catalogue # 888174800776 NASHVILLE, Tenn., 16-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ —  Dark, brooding things are emerging from sunny Music City, USA. With a full, lush sound, driving beat and vivid lyrics, the debut single Disappear from The Darkest … Read the full press release

GfK and E-Commerce Europe to present opening keynote speech for the Global E-Commerce Summit in Barcelona on June 16-18

Nuremberg, Germany, 13-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — On 16-18 June, GfK and E-Commerce Europe will be presenting new insights on the challenges and opportunities for global e-commerce, as part of the opening keynote speech for the Global E-Commerce Summit in Barcelona. In addition, E-Commerce … Read the full press release

GfK to support commercialization and market launch of new products and services with the launch of its GfK MarketBuilder

Nuremberg, Germany, 13-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — GfK today announced the launch of GfK MarketBuilder, an innovation management solution that proactively drives successful commercialization and market launch of new products and services. Based on a new model that puts actual consumer behavior (not … Read the full press release

Zumtobel to support two art projects with advice and lighting solutions at the Biennale Architettura 2014 in Venice

Dornbirn, Österreich, 12-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Curated by Rem Koolhaas, the Biennale Architettura 2014 in Venice opened its doors last weekend. In the context of the most important exhibition of contemporary architecture the Zumtobel brand is involved as a sponsor, supporting two … Read the full press release

Merck Serono’s strategic partner Auxogyn gets U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance for Early Embryo Viability Assessment (Eeva®) System

FDA clearance validates Eeva System, which enables in-vitro fertilization (IVF) clinicians to offer the proprietary Eeva Test and further demonstrates commitment by Merck Serono and Auxogyn to bring innovative technologies to the IVF community Eeva Test first-of-a-kind prognostic, non-invasive test that provides IVF clinicians … Read the full press release

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA to acquire all shares in Spotless Group SAS for 940 million euros

Henkel strengthens its successful Laundry & Home Care business Strengthen leading position in core region Western Europe Highly complementary market segments and technologies Acquisition of strong brands and leading technologies Profitable businesses with laundry aids, insect control and household care … Read the full press release

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation with the Charité Foundation to finance research stays at the Berlin Institute of Health

4.5 million EUR for Humboldt Research Fellowships at the Berlin Institute of Health Bonn, Germany, 9-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — In future, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation will award fellowships in collaboration with the Charité Foundation to finance research stays at the Berlin … Read the full press release

STRABAG’s Swedish subsidiary Züblin Scandinavia AB part of consortium won € 170M contract for immersed tunnel: Marieholmstunnel in Gothenburg

Contract value of about € 170 million, including mechanical and electrical works and an option to operate and maintain the tunnel for five years Construction time 2014–2020 Gothenburg, Sweden, 6-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Züblin Scandinavia AB, a Swedish subsidiary of the … Read the full press release

Wacker Chemie AG builds new spray dryer to expand production capacity for dispersible polymer powders at its Burghausen site

ANNUAL CAPACITY TO INCREASE BY 50,000 METRIC TONS INVESTMENT VOLUME OF AROUND €20 MILLION NEW CAPACITY TO BECOME AVAILABLE IN EARLY 2015 “THE CAPACITY EXPANSION STRENGTHENS OUR GLOBAL POSITION AS A LEADING MANUFACTURER OF DISPERSIBLE POLYMER POWDERS,” SAYS ARNO VON … Read the full press release

wpd AG updates on the construction of wind farms in Finland

Bremen, Germany, 5-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — After several years of pre-planning, wpd has reached a break-through in Finland: In September 2013, construction of the infrastructure for the 33 MW Mäkikangas project in the municipality of Pyhäjoki, situated in the Northern Ostrobothnia province, has … Read the full press release

Voith’s OnV FeltView system enables accurate, continuous and safe measurement of press felt moisture and permeability

Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany, 5-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — The OnV FeltView system developed by Voith enables accurate, continuous and especially safe real-time measurement of press felt moisture and permeability. The OnV FeltView system supports paper manufacturers with both routine operation and … Read the full press release

FIFA World Cup 2014 Brazil: 4000 Voith DIWA Automatic Transmissions in citybuses and in the BRT systems across the main host cities

Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany, 5-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — In preparation of the Soccer World Cup 2014, Brazil has substantially expanded its public transport systems. With over 4,000 DIWA automatic transmissions in the main host cities, Voith was able to establish itself … Read the full press release

Audi presents the enhanced Audi 4.0 TFSI engine RS 7 Sportback

New headlights and design details for a dynamic five-door coupé 4.0 TFSI with 412 kW (560 hp) of power and efficient COD technology Board Member for Development Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg: “Audi RS 7 Sportback is an outstanding piece of … Read the full press release

KfW Group announces the winners of its 12th annual KfW Award for Construction and Housing in Berlin

Motto: “Row House Renaissance” Ten prizes with a total value of EUR 30,000 Winners from Berlin, Schleswig-Holstein, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia and Lower Saxony BERLIN, 04-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — The KfW Group has presented the 12th annual KfW Award … Read the full press release

INEOS Enterprises acquired one of Europe’s leading solvent manufacturers Sasol Solvents Germany

The acquisition comprises production facilities in Germany, based at Herne and Moers.  The new business is a complementary fit with INEOS’ portfolio and expertise and provides opportunities to integrate into its existing manufacturing sites in Germany. The new business, to … Read the full press release

DB Schenker named best airfreight forwarder in the Air Cargo News annual awards event

Frankfurt am Main/London, 02-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — DB Schenker again has been recognized for its ongoing service quality and substantial investment in the air cargo industry at a prestigious annual awards event. The global integrated logistics provider has been declared best … Read the full press release

DB International becomes the quality and safety consultant for Kochi Metro; opens branch in Bangalore

Contract for Kochi Metro – Deutsche Bahn’s international engineering office opens a branch in Bangalore Berlin/Bangalore, 02-6-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — DB International has won a key contract in India. The company has been entrusted to act as the quality and safety consultant … Read the full press release

Henkel Adhesives Technologies signs joint-development agreement with US-based Vitriflex, Inc.

Investment in display technology start-up Vitriflex Düsseldorf, Germany,  30-5-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Henkel Adhesives Technologies, the leading solution provider for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings worldwide, is further driving its innovation capabilities and leadership forward. As part of its innovation strategy, the company … Read the full press release