Category Archives: Industrial

Industrial Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Allianz X and AlTi Global Unite to Offer Private Debt Access for Ultra-High-Net-Worth Investors in New Strategic Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Allianz X has partnered with AlTi Global to launch a private markets investment platform tailored for ultra-high-net-worth clients, initially focusing on private debt. Through this joint venture with Allianz Global Investors, the program will provide UHNW investors with … Read the full press release

Eni Finalizes $1 Billion Sale of Alaskan Oil Assets to Hilcorp, Strengthens Focus on Core Portfolio and Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Eni has completed the sale of its Alaskan oil assets, Nikaitchuq and Oooguruk, to Hilcorp for $1 billion. This divestment aligns with Eni’s strategy to streamline its upstream portfolio by focusing on core assets and contributing to its … Read the full press release

SACE and Eni Partner to Drive ESG Transformation for Italian SMEs through Integrated Open-es Alliance

(IN BRIEF) SACE and Eni have formed a strategic partnership to boost the sustainability and competitiveness of Italian businesses, particularly SMEs. Through the integration of SACE’s ESG Hub and Eni’s Open-es platform, the alliance will provide companies with enhanced tools … Read the full press release

EBRD and OTP Bank Moldova Launch €30 Million Financing Boost for Moldovan MSMEs, Focusing on Agriculture and Trade

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has introduced a pioneering risk-sharing facility in Moldova with OTP Bank, enabling €30 million in new financing aimed at supporting the country’s MSMEs, particularly in agriculture and trade. This EU-backed … Read the full press release

EIB and CDP Join Forces to Unlock €1 Billion for Italy’s Public Sector, Focusing on Sustainability and Regional Development

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) have launched a new €500 million guarantee agreement aimed at bolstering public sector investment across Italy, particularly in central and southern regions. This initiative, which builds on … Read the full press release

Aurubis Wins German Sustainability Award for Pioneering Carbon-Neutral Production and Circular Metal Recycling

(IN BRIEF) Aurubis, a global leader in non-ferrous metals and copper recycling, has won the 17th German Sustainability Award in the Metal Sector for its commitment to carbon-neutral and circular metal production. This prestigious European award honors Aurubis’ extensive efforts … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Experts Appointed to Lead UK Climate Adaptation Strategy Amid Rising Environmental Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University professors Hayley Fowler and Chris Evans, along with Dr. Marina Romanello, have been appointed to the UK’s Climate Change Committee’s Adaptation Committee. They will provide expertise on climate resilience as the UK faces rising climate risks, … Read the full press release

University of East Anglia Launches New Health Unit to Tackle Gastrointestinal Infections with NIHR Funding

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) has received £1.8 million in funding to establish a new research unit focused on gastrointestinal infections, alongside £1 million for the Quadram Institute Bioscience (QIB). Located in Norwich and part of the … Read the full press release

Maersk Launches First Bonded Warehouse in Vietnam, Boosting Logistics Hub in Hai Phong

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has inaugurated its first bonded warehouse in Northern Vietnam at SLP Park in Hai Phong, a key logistics hub in the region. The facility, equipped with advanced inventory and energy-saving technology, enhances Maersk’s storage and logistics capabilities, … Read the full press release

Maersk Unveils Largest Philippine Distribution Center to Bolster Southern Luzon Trade and Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has opened its largest distribution center in the Philippines, the 10-hectare Maersk Optimus Distribution Center in Calamba, Laguna, to strengthen logistics for Southern Luzon. Attended by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Trade Secretary Cristina A. Roque, … Read the full press release

FDA Clears QIAGEN’s Rapid QIAstat-Dx Panel for Meningitis and Encephalitis Diagnosis, Expanding Syndromic Test Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) QIAGEN’s QIAstat-Dx Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel has received FDA clearance, enabling faster and more accurate diagnosis of critical CNS infections like meningitis and encephalitis. This panel, the fourth QIAstat-Dx test approved in the U.S. in 2024, uses real-time PCR to … Read the full press release

Report Highlights Rising Cybersecurity Challenges and Calls for AI-Driven Solutions in Threat Detection

(IN BRIEF) The 2024 State of Network Threat Detection report by Cybersecurity Insiders and Enea reveals that alert fatigue, encrypted attack masking, and limited cloud visibility are worsening challenges in cybersecurity. Poor alert accuracy is the top issue, with 61% … Read the full press release

ARC 2024 Expands Scope to Address E-Waste and Advanced Recycling Technologies, Gathering Industry Leaders for Sustainable Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The Advanced Recycling Conference (ARC) 2024, taking place November 20-21 in Cologne and online, will gather industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss innovative recycling solutions and sustainable materials management. This year’s event will expand its focus to … Read the full press release

Atos Research Shows Extended Device Lifespans Could Slash Workplace Emissions and Boost IT Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Atos’s latest research highlights the environmental advantages of extending device lifespans in workplaces, showing that a data-driven, condition-based approach can prolong device use to 8-10 years, significantly reducing carbon emissions. The study reveals that a simple shift from … Read the full press release

Skanska to Lead Sustainable South Molton Development in London’s Mayfair with New Office and Retail Hub

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has been awarded a GBP 197 million contract by a joint venture of Grosvenor and Mitsui Fudosan UK to construct two new office buildings as part of the South Molton redevelopment in Mayfair, London. The project includes … Read the full press release

Thales Debuts AI-Driven Pathmaster Solution for Enhanced Maritime Mine Detection and Safety

(IN BRIEF) Thales unveiled its AI-powered Pathmaster solution at the Euronaval exhibition, showcasing a system designed to improve maritime mine detection and neutralization through advanced sonar data analysis. With the Mi-Map application, Pathmaster processes sonar data up to four times … Read the full press release

Thales Unveils CoastShield: AI-Powered System for Enhanced Coastal Surveillance and Security

(IN BRIEF) Thales has launched CoastShield, a scalable coastal surveillance system that uses AI and a range of integrated sensors to provide real-time monitoring of maritime activities up to 100 nautical miles. CoastShield combines data from radar, drones, and satellite … Read the full press release

Thales Launches Naval DRAKON to Enhance Secure Communication Across Modern Naval Operations

(IN BRIEF) Thales has introduced Naval DRAKON, a cybersecure communication solution designed to meet modern naval challenges by connecting diverse platforms in complex operations. Naval DRAKON integrates multiple communication systems, allowing naval forces to manage their electromagnetic presence and adapt … Read the full press release

Former CloudCoCo CEO Mark Halpin Joins SCC Digital to Lead Sales and Marketing for Purpose-Driven IT Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Mark Halpin, former CEO of CloudCoCo, has joined SCC Digital as Sales and Marketing Director. Bringing over two decades of managed services experience, Halpin is drawn to SCC Digital’s purpose-driven approach to IT solutions, including cloud, cybersecurity, data, … Read the full press release

BUKO Traffic & Safety Enters German Market with Strategic Acquisition of BVT Bremer Verkehrstechnik

(IN BRIEF) BUKO Traffic & Safety, a leading Dutch provider of traffic and safety management solutions, has expanded into the German market by acquiring BVT Bremer Verkehrstechnik GmbH. This acquisition aligns with BUKO’s broader European growth strategy, which saw it … Read the full press release