Category Archives: Germany

Press Releases & News from Germany distributed via EuropaWire

BASF Introduces Industrial Compostable ecovio® T 2206 for Greenhouse Twines, Advancing Sustainable Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) BASF has expanded its sustainable food production offerings with the introduction of ecovio® T 2206, a certified industrial compostable biopolymer ideal for manufacturing black twines used in commercial greenhouses for growing annual fruit and vegetables. These twines, made … Read the full press release

Evotec Biologics Unveils J.CHO™ High Expression System for Enhanced Antibody Production

(IN BRIEF) Evotec Biologics, the biologics arm of Evotec SE, has introduced its proprietary J.CHO™ High Expression System for antibody expression. J.CHO™ optimizes biotherapeutic production processes by providing higher productivity and quality for complex antibody formats. Engineered from Chinese hamster … Read the full press release

EPCG Acquires Stake in thyssenkrupp’s Steel Business: A Step Towards Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp AG and EP Corporate Group (EPCG) have reached an agreement for EPCG to acquire a 20 percent stake in thyssenkrupp’s steel business, with discussions ongoing for a further 30 percent acquisition, aiming to form an equal 50/50 … Read the full press release

TOMRA Partners with OMV and Borealis to Close Plastic Recycling Gaps

(IN BRIEF) TOMRA, in collaboration with OMV and Borealis, is advancing plastic recycling by supplying high-quality raw materials from mixed post-consumer plastic waste. Through long-term feedstock supply agreements, TOMRA’s innovative sorting facility in Germany will provide clean fractions of specific … Read the full press release

Lindner Group Introduces Smart Occupancy Lighting to Enhance Lindner Cube Flexibility

(IN BRIEF) Lindner Group unveils a new enhancement for its Lindner Cube mobile room system, introducing an occupancy light to optimize room-in-room solutions. Known for its wall- and ceiling-free construction, the Lindner Cube promotes flexibility and focused work environments. The … Read the full press release

TUM-Led Study Reveals Impact of Infant Formula Composition on Gut Microbiota Development

(IN BRIEF) A study led by Prof. Dirk Haller from TUM involving 210 infants found that the composition of infant formula significantly influences the development of intestinal flora. While breast milk remains the gold standard, formula enriched with galacto-oligosaccharides led … Read the full press release

Henkel’s Recyclable Adhesive Solution Receives Certification for PET Bottle Recycling

(IN BRIEF) Henkel’s adhesive solution, Aquence PS 3017 RE, has been certified by the cyclos-HTP Institute (CHI) for its recyclability, particularly in PET bottle recycling. Designed as a sustainable option, the water-based acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive allows for easy label … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Launches Innovative Curb Charger Pilot Project in Cologne

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, in collaboration with TankE GmbH and the City of Cologne, initiates a groundbreaking pilot project to test curb chargers in public traffic areas. The project aims to integrate and validate the curb chargers’ acceptance, urban planning advantages, … Read the full press release

Korean-German Partnership Accelerates Battery and Semiconductor Innovations

(IN BRIEF) A collaboration program funded by the Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) aims to expedite advancements in battery cell and semiconductor technology through international partnerships. Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, with eight of its institutes, has partnered in Germany to … Read the full press release

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE Meets Q1 Guidance, Focuses on Growth Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) LPKF Laser & Electronics SE achieved its Q1 revenue of EUR 25.4 million and adjusted EBIT of EUR -4.3 million, meeting guidance despite challenges in incoming orders due to project delays. The company made strides in key areas, … Read the full press release

Symrise AG Reports Strong Q1 Growth, Confirms 2024 and Long-Term Targets

(IN BRIEF) Symrise AG kicked off the 2024 fiscal year with a successful start, reporting a 5% increase in sales to €1.3 billion, supported by robust demand and organic growth of 10.9%. Dr. Jean-Yves Parisot, CEO, expressed optimism for the … Read the full press release

Symrise Unveils Novel Health Solutions at Vitafoods Europe 2024

(IN BRIEF) Symrise is set to debut innovative health active solutions at Vitafoods Europe 2024, showcasing six concepts designed to address gut health, immunity, healthy aging, and metabolic health. The company’s focus on consumer needs drives the development of these … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz LN2 Trucks: Conquering Four Decades of Light-Duty Truck Segment

(IN BRIEF) Celebrating four decades since their international debut in Rome, the Mercedes-Benz LN2 trucks made a significant impact in the light-duty truck segment. Produced from 1984 to 1998, they succeeded the LP series, dominating with their versatile range, advanced … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Completes Restructuring Negotiations, Moves Toward Operational Centralization in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, in line with its company strategy announced in November 2023, has concluded negotiations with employee representatives regarding restructuring measures in Germany. The plan involves shutting down operations at the Dahlerbrück and Hockenheim sites and centralizing advanced materials … Read the full press release

MTU Aero Engines AG Secures €300 Million Promissory Note for Corporate Financing

(IN BRIEF) MTU Aero Engines AG has achieved a significant milestone by successfully placing a €300 million promissory note (Schuldschein), which garnered strong investor interest and was oversubscribed by two-and-a-half times. CFO Peter Kameritsch noted that due to the high … Read the full press release

Daimler Truck Reaches Milestone: 1 Millionth Freightliner Cascadia Produced

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck AG celebrates a monumental achievement with the production of the 1 millionth Freightliner Cascadia heavy-duty truck, marking a significant milestone in the North American trucking industry. Since its debut in 2007, the Cascadia has been at … Read the full press release

Bechtle Launches New Subsidiary for Industrial 3D Printing Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle Group is launching a new subsidiary, Bechtle Additive Manufacturing Deutschland GmbH, in May 2024, dedicated to marketing industrial 3D printing solutions. Stemming from the successful track record of Bechtle PLM Deutschland, this spin-off aims to capitalize on … Read the full press release

KSB Expands Production of Eta Pumps in Germany Despite Lack of Government Funding

(IN BRIEF) KSB, a leading manufacturer of pumps and valves, has announced plans to expand the production of Eta pumps at its headquarters in Frankenthal, Germany, making it the center of excellence for the latest generation of electronically controlled pumps … Read the full press release

SFC Energy Collaborates with ConnectCom Sarl to Provide Customized Emergency Power Solutions

(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy AG, a leading supplier of hydrogen and methanol fuel cells, has partnered with ConnectCom Sarl to develop a customized emergency power solution. The collaboration involves supplying stationary EFOY H₂Cabinet X series units and utilizing the H₂Genset … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s Elli and EnerKíte Introduce Game-Changing Energy-Autonomous EV Charging Solution

(IN BRIEF) At the Hannover Messe, Volkswagen Group’s subsidiary Elli, in collaboration with airborne wind turbine manufacturer EnerKíte and the Technical University of Braunschweig, unveils a pioneering research project with potential to revolutionize electric vehicle charging. The project harnesses high-altitude … Read the full press release