(IN BRIEF) A new study highlights the severe impact of deforestation on African montane forests, where the loss of tree cover has led to significant increases in temperature and cloud levels, threatening water resources and biodiversity. The research underscores the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Finland, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Africa, biodiversity, Climate Change Impact, deforestation, Montane Forests, partnership, Prof. Petri Pellikka, sustainability, University of Helsinki, water resources
(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Warwick have identified new organic compounds that could replace conventional plastics, offering a sustainable solution amid growing environmental concerns. The study, led by Prof. Dr. ir. Stefan Bon, explores the potential of hydrophobic … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A new £12 million Applied Shipbuilding Academy has opened in Glasgow, designed to train and develop the next generation of shipbuilders. Located at BAE Systems’ Scotstoun shipyard, the facility will provide hands-on training and lifelong learning opportunities for … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged BAE Systems, Glasgow, Maritime Engineering, partnership, Paul Feely, Rod Paterson, Shipbuilding Academy, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a 270 million Euro contract to lead a consortium in delivering the power supply system for Singapore’s Cross Island Line. The project will include the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of advanced electrical systems, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Siemens is launching new enhancements to its Gridscale X software suite, aimed at helping Transmission System Operators (TSOs) manage the complexities of the energy transition. Unveiled at the CIGRE Paris Session 2024, the new tools—“Gridscale X Protection Data … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (FI) has appointed Emilia Högquist as the new Head of Sustainable Finance. With extensive experience in sustainable development, she will focus on promoting the financial sector’s role in sustainability and leading FI’s efforts … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has extended its partnership with ESL FACEIT Group, continuing its role as the Official Logistics Partner for major esports events and expanding its involvement with the Snapdragon Pro Series and DreamHack festivals. The collaboration enhances DHL’s … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) New research demonstrates that combining genetic diversity data with demographic information provides a more accurate prediction of extinction risks in natural populations. The study, conducted on the Glanville fritillary butterfly, shows that while genetic diversity is important, its … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Synology has partnered with Gandalf Distribution AB to expand its reach across the Nordic region, including Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland. This collaboration will improve the availability and support of Synology’s advanced data management solutions, leveraging Gandalf … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Denmark, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Iceland, Industrial, Investment, Latvia, Management, News, Norway, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Denmark, ELKO, Finland, Gandalf Distribution AB, Iceland, Jeremie Francois, Marcus Tillberg, Norway, partnership, sustainability, Sweden, Synology, Taiwan
(IN BRIEF) Turkcell has successfully completed a trial of Ericsson’s 5G Cloud RAN technology, becoming one of the first telecom operators globally to explore this advanced solution. The deployment marks a significant step in Turkcell’s network modernization efforts, enhancing flexibility … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ETH Zurich has opened a new research facility on Basel’s Schällemätteli life science campus, housing the Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering. The state-of-the-art building is designed to foster collaboration and innovation in experimental biology, bioinformatics, and bioengineering. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Basel, Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering (BSS), ETH Zurich, High-Tech Research Facility, life sciences, partnership, sustainability, Sven Panke
(IN BRIEF) Symrise has opened an expanded Sales and R&D hub in Beijing to better serve the growing food and beverage market in Northern China. The 800 sqm facility includes advanced laboratories for beverage, dairy, culinary, and snack applications, designed … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Technology
Tagged Beijing, INNOVATION, Northern China, partnership, R&D Hub, Robert Marti, sustainability, Symrise, Walter Ribeiro
(IN BRIEF) EQT Private Capital Asia, through its BPEA Private Equity Fund VIII, has announced the acquisition of PropertyGuru Group Limited, a leading PropTech company in Southeast Asia. This move strengthens EQT’s portfolio in the digital real estate sector, providing … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Real Estate, Sweden, Technology
Tagged acquisition, EQT, EQT Private Capital Asia, partnership, PropertyGuru, PropTech Firm, real estate, Southeast Asian, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) EQT Infrastructure VI has acquired KJ Environment and its affiliated companies in South Korea to create a leading waste management platform focused on plastic recycling and waste-to-energy. This acquisition aligns with EQT’s strategy of investing in sustainable infrastructure … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged acquisition, EQT, KJ Environment, partnership, Sang Jun Suh, South Korea, sustainability, waste management
(IN BRIEF) SGS has partnered with Stronger Together to develop a training course aimed at enhancing the skills of auditors in detecting and reporting forced labor. The “Detecting and Reporting Forced Labor: Guidance for Auditing” course, now publicly available, equips … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, Security & Safety, Switzerland
Tagged Auditors, Forced Labor Detection Skills, human rights, Jantine Werdmuller von Elgg, Laurent Corbaz, partnership, SGS, Stronger Together, sustainability, training program
(IN BRIEF) British Gas has joined a consortium with NatWest, Places for People, Sero, and Tallarna to pilot a new approach to decarbonizing up to 1,000 social housing units. The initiative will test financial models that make retrofitting more affordable, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Real Estate, United Kingdom
Tagged British Gas, Centrica, Dan Rosenfield, decarbonizing, Greg Reed, Miatta Fahnbulleh, NatWest, partnership, Places for People, Sero, social housing, sustainability, Tallarna
(IN BRIEF) The University of St.Gallen (HSG) will participate in the Eastern Switzerland Education Exhibition (OBA) from August 29 to September 1, 2024, at the St.Gallen Olma halls. HSG will showcase six apprenticeship programs, including roles like Information and Documentation … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Avangrid and Statkraft have signed a new Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) for energy from the 35 MW Casselman wind farm in Pennsylvania, marking their second such deal in nine months. This agreement strengthens the partnership between the … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Abertis has won the concession for the Ruta 5 Santiago-Los Vilos motorway in Chile, extending its presence in the country and solidifying its position as a leading toll road operator. Starting in April 2025, Abertis’ subsidiary VíasChile will … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) IKEA is expanding its use of AI-powered drones to automate inventory management across its warehouses in Europe and North America. After successful testing in Belgium, the drones will now operate 24/7, freeing up employees for other tasks and … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Retail, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged AI-powered, Drones, IKEA, Ingka, inventory management, Marcus Baumgartner, Parag Parekh, partnership, safety, sustainability, Tommy Niemierowski, Warehouse Operations, well-being
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