(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has partnered with the German start-up Revoltech GmbH to develop a 100% bio-based leather alternative made from industrial hemp. This sustainable material, named LOVR™, is being designed for use in car interiors and could be integrated into … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Environment, Germany, Industrial
Tagged 2028, ACCELERATE strategy, Andreas Walingen, automotive industry, bio-based adhesive, bio-based leather alternative, car interiors, circular material, collaboration, Components Development, compostable, customer feedback, design, eco-friendly, Germany, hemp fibers, industrial hemp, Kai Grünitz, large-scale production, LOVR™, Lucas Fuhrmann, Materials Technology, recyclable, resource conservation, Revoltech GmbH, sustainability, sustainable material, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Group Innovation
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall secured first place in the “Automated Convoy” category at the European Land Robot Trial (ELROB) 2024 by demonstrating the advanced capabilities of its AI-supported PATH A-Kit navigation system integrated into HX military trucks. The autonomous vehicles successfully … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Athens and Thessaloniki have ordered 89 FUSO eCanter electric trucks, equipped with advanced waste collection systems from KAOUSSIS, to enhance their urban waste management. These emission-free trucks are designed for efficient operations in narrow city streets and feature … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Greece, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Daimler truck, eCanter Electric Trucks, eco-friendly, Florian Schulz, FUSO, Greece, KAOUSSIS, partnership, sustainability, waste collection
(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks showcased three advanced Unimog models at GaLaBau 2024, highlighting their versatility and cutting-edge technology for applications in landscaping, road maintenance, agriculture, and construction. The Unimog U 430 features new safety systems and an innovative operating … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Daimler truck, GaLaBau 2024, Mercedes-Benz, technology, Unimog Models, Unimog U 327, Unimog U 430, Unimog U 535
(IN BRIEF) PUMA has appointed Indrajeet Sen as Senior Vice President of Group Sourcing, taking over operational responsibilities from Anne-Laure Descours, who will not extend her contract beyond 2024. Sen, who has been with PUMA since 2016, will oversee global … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) FORVIA HELLA has equipped the new Schmidt eCleango 550 compact sweeper with advanced LED lighting solutions, including modular daytime running lamps and rear Shapeline series lights, enhancing both visibility and design. These innovations provide a modern look and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Arglass has partnered with Dürr to enhance sustainability at its Valdosta, Georgia facility by installing an advanced exhaust air purification system in its new glass melting furnace. The Dürr candle filter system, being used for the first time … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA has raised an additional €200 million for its Smart City Infrastructure Fund (SCIF), bringing the total fund size to €950 million and expanding its overall smart city investment program to approximately €1.4 billion. The new capital, provided … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) flatexDEGIRO AG has appointed Oliver Behrens, a seasoned financial industry leader, as its new CEO, effective October 1, 2024. Behrens, who previously served as CEO of Morgan Stanley Europe SE, brings extensive experience in brokerage and international finance. … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged appointment, CEO, Dr. Benon Janos, flatexDEGIRO, leadership, Martin Korbmacher, Oliver Behrens, Stephan Simmang
(IN BRIEF) DWS has expanded its European infrastructure investment portfolio by acquiring Heather Wind AB, an onshore wind farm in Sweden with a capacity of 48 MWp. This acquisition, part of DWS’s strategy to diversify its renewable energy assets, follows … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom and Kunstmuseum Bonn have launched the Human AI Art Award to honor artists working at the intersection of visual arts and AI technologies. The inaugural award, which includes a €10,000 prize, has been awarded to American … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Telecom
Tagged art, Deutsche Telekom, Human AI Art Award, innovative, Kunstmuseum Bonn, Lauren Lee McCarthy, partnership, technology, Tim Höttges
(IN BRIEF) Siemens has launched its 2024 training program for over 1,700 apprentices and university students in Germany, with a strong focus on developing both technological skills and an understanding of democratic values. The program includes hands-on training in areas … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged 2024 Training Year, Judith Wiese, Siemens, SIEYA App, skills, Xplore
(IN BRIEF) A student from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Ilyasse Taame, participated in the Asclepios IV mission, a student-led space simulation in the Swiss Alps. The mission replicated a lunar mission, with six students living in an underground … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has unveiled its upgraded MAN TGE van, named the “Next Level,” at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf. This new model introduces significant advancements in safety and comfort, specifically designed for motorhome drivers. Key features … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged 'Next Level' Model, comfort, MAN TGE van, MAN Truck & Bus, motorhome, safety
(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus, in partnership with FC Bayern Munich, has launched a project to build a public charging park for electric trucks and buses at the Allianz Arena in Munich. The charging park, featuring high-power and megawatt … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sports, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Alexander Vlaskamp, Allianz Arenal, Dr. Markus Söder, electric vehicle charging hub, FC Bayern, Jan-Christian Dreesen, MAN Truck & Bus, partnership, sports, sustainablity
(IN BRIEF) VELUX Group has been awarded a gold rating by EcoVadis, a leading global provider of sustainability assessments, for the second consecutive year. The company improved its score by 7 points in 2024, achieving 78 points, which places it … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Construction, Environment, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Awards, EcoVadis, Fleming Voetmann, sustainability, VELUX Group
(IN BRIEF) ABB has announced the acquisition of Födisch Group, a leading German company specializing in advanced measurement and analytical solutions for the energy and industrial sectors. This acquisition will strengthen ABB’s position in continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS), allowing … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Two European studies presented at the ESC Congress 2024 reveal the significant impact of urban noise pollution on cardiovascular health. The DECIBEL-MI study from Germany found that young heart attack patients had been exposed to higher levels of … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Cardiovascular risk, DECIBEL-MI study, ENVI-MI study, ESC, France, Germany, heart health, noise pollution
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has won a significant contract to produce exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves for a major car manufacturer, valued in the low three-digit million euro range. The contract will run from January 2026 to December 2031, with Rheinmetall … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Mobility House has restructured into four specialized business units—The Mobility House Energy, Solutions, Charging, and North America—to better serve the evolving energy and mobility markets. This reorganization aims to enhance flexibility and support the company’s goal of … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Switzerland, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged appointment, Daniel Heydenreich, Dr. Herbert Diess, Dr. Raphael Hollinger, England, France, Germany, Gregor Hintler, Heiko Bayer, INNOVATION, leadership, The Mobility House, The Mobility House Charging, The Mobility House Energy, The Mobility House North America, The Mobility House Solutions, Thomas Raffeiner, zero-emission
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