Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

Eckert & Ziegler Honored with the “Best Managed Companies Award” for Exceptional Leadership and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Eckert & Ziegler SE has been awarded the “Best Managed Companies Award” for the second time, a prestigious recognition celebrating excellence in strategy, innovation, culture, and governance. This accolade underscores the company’s continued leadership in supplying isotopes for … Read the full press release

Covestro Introduces Groundbreaking TPU Innovations for AI-Driven Smart Devices at Taipei Symposium

(IN BRIEF) Covestro unveiled its innovative thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solutions at a symposium in Taipei, highlighting the key role of material innovation in AI-powered smart devices. With advancements in thermal management, durability, and performance, Covestro’s Desmopan® series is revolutionizing industries … Read the full press release

MAHLE’s Global Biomobility Center Advances Sustainable Mobility with Key Projects in Brazil and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE celebrates the first anniversary of its Global Biomobility Center in São Paulo, Brazil, emphasizing its role in advancing biofuels and biomaterials for sustainable mobility. The center has launched eight development projects with customers and research institutes, focusing … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall and Indra Forge Strategic Partnership to Modernize Spanish Armed Forces’ Combat Vehicle Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Landsysteme and Indra have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on armoured vehicle projects for the Spanish Armed Forces. This strategic partnership aims to support the modernization of Spain’s combat vehicle fleet, drawing on Rheinmetall’s … Read the full press release

Leoni AG Opens High-Tech Plant in Agadir, Morocco, Creating 3,000 Jobs and Pioneering Sustainable Automotive Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Leoni AG has officially opened its new plant in Agadir, Morocco, designed to produce wiring systems for commercial vehicles. With an investment of over 20 million euros, the facility will create more than 3,000 jobs by 2027 and … Read the full press release

Borealis Partners with Messe Düsseldorf to Launch Reusable Cup System at K Fair 2025 for a More Sustainable Event

(IN BRIEF) Borealis is supporting Messe Düsseldorf’s K Fair 2025 by providing sustainable, reusable cups made from modified polypropylene and OMV’s ReOil® recycled feedstock. This initiative, aimed at reducing waste from single-use plastics, will be assessed through a pilot program … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Certifies WINDHOFF’s MPV VentuS® GAF for Compliance with European TSI Standards, Ensuring Safe Operation Across Germany

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has certified the WINDHOFF MPV® VentuS® GAF as compliant with European TSI standards under the fourth railway package, ensuring the vehicle meets safety and operational requirements for use across Germany. Designed for Deutsche Bahn, the vehicle’s … Read the full press release

WACKER Expands Production Capacity in China with New Facility in Zhangjiagang to Meet Growing Demand for Specialty Silicones

(IN BRIEF) WACKER has completed a major expansion at its Zhangjiagang site in China, investing a significant amount to increase production of silicone fluids, emulsions, and elastomer gels. This expansion supports the company’s “in China for China” strategy, allowing WACKER … Read the full press release

ZÜBLIN Completes Acquisition of BAUER Spezialtiefbau, Enhancing Its Foundation Engineering Services in Austria

(IN BRIEF) ZÜBLIN Spezialtiefbau has acquired BAUER Spezialtiefbau Ges.m.b.H., further strengthening its foundation engineering capabilities in Austria. The merger combines ZÜBLIN’s expertise in technologies like diaphragm walls and groundwater drainage with BAUER’s specialization in pile construction. This acquisition will enable … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ to Showcase Digital Innovations and Sustainable Solutions at LIGNA 2025

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ will present its latest innovations at LIGNA 2025, focusing on the ANDRITZ Smart Die, a tool designed to optimize pellet mill efficiency through real-time data analysis. The company will also showcase its extensive product portfolio, including solutions … Read the full press release

Stefan Mecha to Succeed Carsten Intra as Chairman of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Effective July 2025

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has appointed Stefan Mecha as the new Chairman of the Board of Management, effective July 1, 2025. Mecha succeeds Prof. Dr. Carsten Intra, who is retiring after leading the brand through a period of growth, … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Celebrates Delivery of 9,000th Jet Engine from Dahlewitz Facility, Marking Key Milestone

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce marks a major production milestone with the delivery of its 9,000th engine from the Dahlewitz facility. The Pearl 700 engine will power a Gulfstream G700, further solidifying the site’s role as a Centre of Excellence for two-shaft … Read the full press release

Bosch Engineering Launches Catenary Assist System to Enhance Rail Safety and Reduce Operational Costs

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering introduces the catenary assist system to improve the safety and reliability of rail operations. By monitoring the pantograph’s position and alerting drivers to any misalignments, the system reduces the risk of damage to the pantograph and … Read the full press release

BASF Shifts Strategy in Copper Hydrometallurgy to Enhance Sustainability and Processing Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) BASF is making a strategic shift in its copper hydrometallurgy business to meet the rising demand for copper and the need for sustainable processing solutions. The company is advancing its LixTRA™ product line and enhancing its leaching aids … Read the full press release

Telekom Electronic Beats Marks 25th Anniversary with a Star-Studded Celebration and Exclusive FKA twigs Performance

(IN BRIEF) Telekom Electronic Beats celebrates its 25th anniversary on May 28, 2025, with a special event at CANK Berlin, featuring FKA twigs, Boys Noize, Fuffifufzich, and more. The night will also present an exclusive preview of FKA twigs’ avant-garde … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Joins IPAI Innovation Platform to Drive Ethical and Scalable AI Solutions Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has joined the IPAI platform in Heilbronn to collaborate on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into business, public, and governmental practices. The partnership aims to advance Europe’s digital sovereignty, ensuring AI is practically applied while fostering ethical, … Read the full press release

Energiekontor Secures Financial Close for First Two Solar Park Projects in France as Part of Expansion Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor AG, a leader in wind and solar energy projects, has successfully achieved financial closure for two solar park projects in France, marking a key milestone in its expansion into the French market. Located in the Occitania region, … Read the full press release

BESTSECRET Enhances Customer Checkout Experience Across Europe with Adyen’s Unified Payment Platform

(IN BRIEF) Adyen has become BESTSECRET’s preferred payment provider, enhancing its checkout experience with a wide range of localized payment methods across key European markets. Adyen’s scalable, single-platform solution has supported BESTSECRET’s international expansion, enabling the brand to offer frictionless … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom and Autobahn GmbH Complete First Phase of Largest Connected Infrastructure Project in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom and Autobahn GmbH des Bundes have completed Phase 1 of Europe’s largest C-ITS project, aimed at improving safety on Germany’s motorways. 1,000 ITS Roadside Stations have been installed to send real-time warnings to vehicles about upcoming … Read the full press release

Siemens and TURN2X Forge Global Partnership to Accelerate Renewable Natural Gas Production

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and TURN2X have announced a strategic global partnership aimed at scaling up the production of renewable natural gas. By leveraging Siemens’ Xcelerator portfolio, the collaboration focuses on process optimization, operational excellence, and future-readiness, helping TURN2X meet the … Read the full press release