Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

ECJ Confirms Google’s Anti-Competitive Practices, Idealo Hails Victory for Fair E-Commerce

(IN BRIEF) The European Court of Justice (ECJ) upheld the European Commission’s decision that Google abused its dominant market position by favoring its own shopping service, misleading consumers, and harming competition. idealo, a price comparison platform, welcomed the ruling as … Read the full press release

DB Schenker, Trailer Dynamics, and CATL Collaborate on Battery Swapping Technology for Electric Trailers in Europe

(IN BRIEF) DB Schenker, Trailer Dynamics, and CATL have partnered to explore the feasibility of Battery Swapping Technology (BST) for electric trailers in Europe. The project aims to reduce vehicle downtime and enhance efficiency with battery swaps taking just five … Read the full press release

Software AG Boosts Sustainability Performance by 30%, Earns Bronze in EcoVadis 2024 Assessment

(IN BRIEF) Software AG has improved its sustainability performance by 30% in the 2024 EcoVadis assessment, earning a bronze medal with a score of 63. The company achieved notable progress in the areas of Environment, Labor & Human Rights, and … Read the full press release

Hella Gutmann Launches macsLive Telematics Platform for Real-Time Multi-Brand Vehicle Diagnostics

(IN BRIEF) Hella Gutmann, in partnership with Munic S.A., has launched macsLive, a cloud-based telematics platform that provides real-time diagnostics for multi-brand vehicles. By continuously monitoring vehicle data, macsLive enables fleet operators, workshops, and breakdown services to make informed decisions … Read the full press release

Hella Gutmann Introduces Scalable Diagnostic Software Solution with Mega Macs S 20 for Workshops

(IN BRIEF) Hella Gutmann has launched the mega macs S 20, an affordable and flexible diagnostic software for workshops. The software runs on Android devices and communicates with vehicle systems through the HG-VCI S 20 hardware. It supports modern protocols … Read the full press release

Hella Gutmann Unveils Advanced Digital ADAS Calibration Tool with Cloud Integration for Enhanced Accuracy

(IN BRIEF) Hella Gutmann has introduced the CSC-Tool X 20, a fully digital and modular ADAS calibration tool designed to enhance calibration accuracy and efficiency. Set to launch in spring 2025, the tool features cloud connectivity, semi-automated processes, and comprehensive … Read the full press release

Encavis Secures €61 Million Project Financing for 114 MW Borrentin Solar Park, Supporting Germany’s Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Encavis AG has secured €61 million in project financing for its 114 MW Borrentin solar park in Germany. The financing was provided by Bayerische Landesbank and will help complete the solar park by the end of September 2024. … Read the full press release

Vodafone Germany to Expand Solar Energy Use Across Network Sites, Aiming for CO2e Neutrality by 2025

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Germany is launching an initiative to install solar panels at its mobile phone towers and regional data centers, aiming to achieve CO2e neutrality by 2025. The project will begin with 86 sites and expand to 200 by … Read the full press release

BASF Showcases Sustainable Footwear Innovations at Simac 2024: Lightweight Soles, Recycling Solutions, and New Processing Technologies

(IN BRIEF) BASF is showcasing its latest footwear innovations at Simac 2024 under the theme “Make the Move.” The company is presenting recyclable, meltable polyurethane foams, lightweight midsole materials for enhanced comfort, and new processing technologies for more sustainable shoe … Read the full press release

Bosch Rolls Out Real-Time Road Hazard Alerts for Millions of Vehicles to Boost Road Safety

(IN BRIEF) Bosch has expanded its real-time road hazard service, now available in millions of vehicles and soon to be introduced to Mercedes-Benz Trucks. The service uses data from connected vehicles and third-party sources to warn drivers of hazards like … Read the full press release

Takazuri and BASF Partner to Bring Climate-Resilient, Sustainable Construction to Eastern Africa

(IN BRIEF) Takazuri and BASF have partnered to deliver sustainable construction solutions in Eastern Africa with a focus on climate resilience. Takazuri’s Climatile™ roofing and cladding system, made from locally sourced post-consumer recycled materials, offers improved insulation, solar reflectance, and … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Boosts Cyber Defense with New AI-Powered Security Operations Center in Bonn

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has expanded its cyber defense with the opening of its Master Security Operations Center (SOC) in Bonn, part of a global network to combat increasingly AI-driven cyberattacks. The center processes billions of security data points daily … Read the full press release

Siemens to Build First U.S. High-Speed Rail Manufacturing Facility in New York, Creating 300 Jobs

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility is investing $60 million to build North America’s first high-speed rail manufacturing facility in Horseheads, New York. The nearly 300,000 sq. ft. plant will create 300 jobs and produce the American Pioneer 220 trainsets for the … Read the full press release

Siemens Partners with DMG MORI and Renishaw to Boost Digital Transformation with Scalable Machine Tool Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has partnered with DMG MORI and Renishaw to enhance its Siemens Xcelerator platform, offering new scalable solutions for machine tools. Renishaw’s tool condition monitoring system, combined with Siemens software, automates tool wear detection and improves manufacturing traceability. … Read the full press release

Volkswagen and SEAT Announce Key Leadership Changes in Finance and IT Departments

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Passenger Cars and SEAT S.A. have announced a leadership change in their finance departments, effective October 1, 2024. Patrik Andreas Mayer will become SEAT’s new Chief Financial and IT Officer, while David Powels, currently in that role, … Read the full press release

Lindner Group Introduces Eco-Friendly Acustica Panels for Sustainable Room Acoustics

(IN BRIEF) The Lindner Group has introduced Acustica, a sustainable acoustic panel made from 100% polyester, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional mineral wool. Acustica enhances room acoustics, provides flame retardancy, and is fully recyclable, making it a sustainable choice … Read the full press release

5G Technology Transforms Viticulture in Germany’s Moselle Region

(IN BRIEF) The “Smart Vineyard” project in Germany’s Moselle Valley, supported by Deutsche Telekom’s 5G campus network, is modernizing traditional winemaking through automation and real-time data analysis. Using 5G-connected robots and AI, the project helps winemakers perform labor-intensive tasks such … Read the full press release

EBRD Supports Türkiye’s Renewable Energy Expansion with $60 Million Loan to Borusan EnBW Enerji

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has provided a $60 million loan to Borusan EnBW Enerji to support the development of 116 MW of onshore wind-energy capacity in Türkiye’s Sivas and Tekirdağ provinces. This investment is … Read the full press release

Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd Initiating Class Action Lawsuit Inquiry Against Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego of Grupo ELEKTRA for Stock Manipulation & Securities Fraud

ASTOR ASSET MANAGEMENT 3 LTD INVESTIGATES POTENTIAL LEGAL ACTION OVER ALLEGED STOCK PLEDGING AND MARKET MISCONDUCT (IN BRIEF) Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd is forming a class action lawsuit against Mr. Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego and Grupo Elektra (ELEKTRA) for … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Introduces AI-Enhanced Energy Management for Wiser Home App

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has launched a new AI-powered feature for its Wiser Home app, enhancing energy management for homes. This feature optimizes the use of water heaters and electric vehicle chargers by learning from user habits, weather forecasts, and … Read the full press release