Category Archives: Industrial

Industrial Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

SFC Energy Unveils EFOY H₂PowerPack X50 at HANNOVER MESSE 2024

(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy AG announces its participation in the upcoming HANNOVER MESSE 2024, showcasing its latest innovation, the EFOY H₂PowerPack X50. This new product, boasting a cluster power output of up to 200 kW, marks a significant advancement in … Read the full press release

Mutares Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Greenview Group Holdings Ltd

(IN BRIEF) Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has successfully acquired Greenview Group Holdings Ltd from Cordovan Capital Partners II LP and Michael Burke, the current CEO, marking its fourth acquisition in 2024. Greenview Group, established in 2017, specializes in mechanical … Read the full press release

Leadership Transition at flatexDEGIRO: Co-CEOs Appointed as Niehage Steps Down

(IN BRIEF) Frank Niehage will step down from his role as CEO of flatexDEGIRO Group on April 30, 2024, due to differing views on strategic development. Dr. Benon Janos, CFO, and Stephan Simmang, CTO, will take on the roles of … Read the full press release

PUMA Launches RE:SUEDE 2.0 Sneakers: Taking Sustainable Footwear to the Next Level

(IN BRIEF) PUMA announces the commercial release of its RE:SUEDE 2.0 sneaker, following the successful conclusion of its two-year pilot project aimed at exploring sustainable end-of-life solutions for footwear. During the experiment, PUMA produced 500 pairs of the iconic Suede … Read the full press release

Daimler Buses Delivers Fleet of Mercedes-Benz Tourismo Coaches for European Sporting Event 2024

(IN BRIEF) In April 2024, Daimler Buses handed over 24 Mercedes-Benz Tourismo 15 RHD touring coaches to Autobus Oberbayern GmbH from Munich and Bus-Verkehr Berlin KG (BVB) from Berlin. Each company received 12 coaches, which will be used as team … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Achieves Breakthrough in E-Truck Charging: 1,000 Kilowatt Capacity Unveiled

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has reached a significant milestone in electric truck development, successfully charging a prototype of the eActros 600 at a groundbreaking 1,000 kilowatts during internal testing at Wörth am Rhein. This achievement marks the implementation phase of … Read the full press release

Anglo American Faces Appeal Decision in Kabwe Lead Pollution Case

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American acknowledges the High Court of South Africa’s recent decision to grant claimants the right to appeal against the dismissal of their class action application regarding lead pollution in Kabwe, Zambia. Despite the prior dismissal due to … Read the full press release

DNV Bolsters Presence in Aquaculture Sector with Full Ownership of Ocean Ecology

(IN BRIEF) DNV has completed the acquisition of Ocean Ecology, a leading UK marine environmental consultancy, solidifying its position in the aquaculture and biodiversity sector. Previously majority-owned by Åkerblå, Ocean Ecology has established itself as a trusted provider of marine … Read the full press release

Pinellas County Partners with Kapsch TrafficCom to Enhance Mobility and Safety

(IN BRIEF) Pinellas County, Florida, has chosen Kapsch TrafficCom to lead a project aimed at improving mobility and safety with advanced technology solutions, backed by a USD 4.6 million grant from the Federal Highway Administration. With Pinellas County facing significant … Read the full press release

GKN Aerospace Secures Contract with Swedish Defence for Future Fighter Systems Development

(IN BRIEF) GKN Aerospace has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to conduct conceptual studies for advanced power and propulsion systems in support of future fighter systems. The agreement, spanning two years with the possibility … Read the full press release

Swissloop Tunneling Triumphs at Not-a-Boring Competition 2024 with Groundhog Beta

(IN BRIEF) Swissloop Tunneling, a team of students from ETH Zurich supported by Empa, emerged victorious at the Not-a-Boring Competition 2024 in Bastrop, Texas, with their innovative micro-tunneling machine, Groundhog Beta. The team’s success marks a significant milestone in the … Read the full press release

BMT SPARO® Revolutionizes Drone Deliveries with British Army Contract

(IN BRIEF) BMT SPARO®, a pioneering air-ground payload transfer device, has secured a pivotal contract with the British Army, signaling a significant advancement in autonomous logistics within the defense sector. This innovative technology allows drones to conduct precise deliveries from … Read the full press release

Gerrit Marx Appointed CEO of CNH Industrial, Succeeding Scott W. Wine

(IN BRIEF) CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:CNHI) has announced the appointment of Gerrit Marx as its new CEO, effective July 1, 2024. Marx will succeed Scott W. Wine, who, after successfully overseeing the delivery of the 2021 Business Plan, has decided … Read the full press release

Neste and New Jersey Natural Gas Collaborate to Slash Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Renewable Diesel

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a global leader in renewable diesel production, teams up with New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) to tackle greenhouse gas emissions by adopting Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ for NJNG’s medium-duty trucks and equipment fleet. This initiative marks NJNG … Read the full press release

Vonage and Singtel Forge Alliance to Drive Global Innovation with Network APIs

(IN BRIEF) Vonage, a part of Ericsson, joins forces with Singtel, a leading communications service provider, to integrate Vonage’s API platform with Singtel’s Paragon orchestration platform. This partnership aims to enhance innovation opportunities for enterprises and telcos by providing access … Read the full press release

Cunard Welcomes Queen Anne: Newest Jewel in the Luxury Cruise Line’s Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Cunard’s illustrious fleet gains a new gem as Queen Anne officially joins during a historic handover ceremony at the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard in Venice. Attended by dignitaries and industry leaders, the event marks the 249th ship under the … Read the full press release

Lithuania Advances Rail Electrification with EUR 200 Million Investment in Electric and Battery Trains

(IN BRIEF) A financing agreement between the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link signals a significant step forward for Lithuania’s rail sector. The agreement, totaling EUR 200 million, will facilitate the purchase of nine … Read the full press release

Hydro Expands Recycling Capacity to Accelerate Decarbonization Efforts

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has inaugurated the Høyanger Recycling facility, a significant step in its commitment to decarbonize the aluminium value chain and foster a circular economy. With an investment of NOK 240 million, the purpose-built facility, located near its primary … Read the full press release

Continental Survey Reveals Driver Attitudes Towards Health Checks and Advanced Safety Systems

(IN BRIEF) A recent survey commissioned by Continental highlights German drivers’ perspectives on health checks and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Almost two-thirds of respondents consider regular health checks a sensible means to assess fitness for driving, with significant generational … Read the full press release

AFME Applauds European Council’s Push for New Competitiveness Deal

(IN BRIEF) The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME) lauds the European Council’s recent conclusions advocating for a “new European competitiveness deal,” which underscores the importance of deepening the Single Market and advancing the Capital Markets Union (CMU). AFME … Read the full press release