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Industrial Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Krka Strengthens Commitment to Sustainability with Car-Free Day and Electric Truck Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Krka employees participated in the European Mobility Week for the ninth consecutive year, promoting sustainable commuting through the company’s Car-Free Day campaign. Employees from 13 countries adopted eco-friendly travel methods such as cycling, public transport, and walking. This … Read the full press release

Eviden and Selartag Launch Advanced Wine Inventory System Powered by AWS Cloud

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, a division of Atos Group, has partnered with Selartag to develop an innovative wine cellar management solution hosted on AWS hybrid cloud architecture. The system uses smart labels, RFID technology, and a mobile app to provide real-time … Read the full press release

Stora Enso and Södra Join Forces to Advance Kraft Lignin as a Sustainable Bio-Based Material

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso and Södra have entered into a long-term agreement to collaborate on advancing the use of kraft lignin, a sustainable material derived from the pulping process. Under the partnership, Södra will supply kraft lignin from its new … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group Enhances Accessibility with British Sign Language Support on Job Search Pages

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has become the first FTSE 100 company to implement Signly on its job search pages, a service providing British Sign Language (BSL) translations to enhance accessibility for d/Deaf users. This initiative reaffirms Lloyds’ commitment to … Read the full press release

Skanska Awarded $630M Contract for Sustainable Hillview Reservoir Project in Yonkers

(IN BRIEF) Skanska, in partnership with ECCO III Enterprises, Inc., has been awarded a USD 848 million contract by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection for the Hillview Reservoir Chemical Addition Facilities project in Yonkers, New York. Skanska’s … Read the full press release

AFRY’s Fossil Detox Report Outlines Key Steps for Accelerating the Global Transition from Fossil Fuels

(IN BRIEF) AFRY’s newly released Fossil Detox Report, unveiled during New York Climate Week, highlights the urgent need for a global transition away from fossil fuels. The report identifies critical technologies like smart grids, energy storage solutions, and carbon capture, … Read the full press release

Capgemini Report Highlights Corporate Sustainability Progress Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Consumer Doubts

(IN BRIEF) A new report by the Capgemini Research Institute, titled “A World in Balance 2024: Accelerating Sustainability Amidst Geopolitical Challenges,” reveals that despite global geopolitical tensions, organizations are continuing to advance their sustainability goals. Key areas of progress include … Read the full press release

BT Group Unveils £4 Million Apprenticeship Fund to Strengthen SME Workforce and Drive Economic Growth

(IN BRIEF) BT Group has launched a £4 million Apprenticeship Fund aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), charities, and public sector organizations in England. Over the next four years, the fund will support these entities by providing access … Read the full press release

UN and Multilateral Development Banks Unite to Boost Global Efforts for 2030 SDG Targets

(IN BRIEF) On September 23, 2024, UN Secretary-General António Guterres met with the heads of major Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to strengthen collaboration aimed at accelerating progress toward the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The discussion centered on MDB reforms … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Announces Production Start at Fenix Offshore Gas Field in Argentina

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has commenced production at the Fenix gas field, located off the coast of Tierra del Fuego in Southern Argentina. Part of the Cuenca Marina Austral 1 concession, the field has a production capacity of 10 million cubic … Read the full press release

Vivendi Realigns Assets to Strengthen Canal+ Group’s Global Media Presence and Revenue Potential

(IN BRIEF) Vivendi has restructured Canal+ Group by integrating several of its assets, including GVA (a telecom provider in Africa), the video platform Dailymotion, and performance venues like L’Olympia in France. This move creates a more unified global media entity, … Read the full press release

Infineon Expands OptiMOS™ 6 Lineup with New 135 V and 150 V MOSFETs for Power and Drive Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has expanded its OptiMOS™ 6 MOSFET lineup by introducing new 135 V and 150 V MOSFETs, designed for enhanced efficiency in drives and switched-mode power supply (SMPS) applications. These MOSFETs offer up to a 50% reduction … Read the full press release

ZF Introduces Enhanced Safety and Automation Features for Commercial Vehicles with OnGuardMAX and mBSP XBS Platforms

(IN BRIEF) At IAA Transportation 2024, ZF introduced the latest version of its Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), OnGuardMAX, and its modular brake platform, mBSP XBS, for the European commercial vehicle market. OnGuardMAX offers enhanced safety features like Moving Off … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut Sets Path to Net Zero by 2050 with New Decarbonization Roadmap

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut has launched its Net Zero Roadmap, outlining its plan to fully decarbonize its value chain and reach Net Zero emissions by 2050. The roadmap sets an interim target of reducing emissions by 30% by 2030, focusing … Read the full press release

Pfizer and BioNTech’s Omicron KP.2-Adapted COVID-19 Vaccine Receives Positive EU Opinion, Awaiting Approval

(IN BRIEF) Pfizer and BioNTech’s Omicron KP.2-adapted COVID-19 vaccine has received a positive recommendation from the European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) CHMP for use in individuals aged six months and older. Pending final approval from the European Commission, the vaccine will … Read the full press release

FluMist Becomes First At-Home Self-Administered Flu Vaccine Approved by FDA

(IN BRIEF) FluMist, a needle-free nasal spray influenza vaccine, has been approved by the FDA for self-administration in the US, making it the first flu vaccine of its kind to be used at home. Adults up to 49 years old … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA Introduces Türkiye’s First End-to-End Digital Vehicle Loans for Individuals

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA has become the first Turkish bank to offer fully digital vehicle loans for individual customers, expanding a service previously available only to companies and self-employed clients. The entire loan application process, covering nearly 40 automobile brands, … Read the full press release

Scania Unveils Autonomous Truck and Sustainable Solutions for Agile Mining at MINExpo 2024

(IN BRIEF) At the 2024 MINExpo in Las Vegas, Scania introduced its fully autonomous mining truck and showcased its “Think big, act small” approach to boosting mining efficiency. The company emphasized its focus on payload efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effective solutions … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Wins Sports University of the Year for the Fourth Time, Continuing Athletic and Academic Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has been named Sports University of the Year for the fourth time by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. This recognition follows a successful summer where athletes linked to the university won … Read the full press release

Reardon Court Extra Care Housing Named ‘Construction Project of the Year’ at National Awards

(IN BRIEF) Reardon Court, an extra care housing project in Enfield, London, has won ‘Construction Project of the Year’ at the Procure Partnerships Framework National Project Excellence Awards 2024. The project, led by Enfield Council and constructed by GRAHAM, provides … Read the full press release