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Equinor’s Mendubim Solar Plant Powers Up, Boosting Brazil’s Renewable Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Equinor celebrates the commencement of operations at the Mendubim solar plant in Brazil, adding 531 MW of solar power to its energy portfolio and marking a 30% increase in its equity power production in the country. The project, … Read the full press release

Telefónica Earns Tenth Consecutive Leader Recognition in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has once again been acknowledged as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services, marking the tenth consecutive year of this recognition. Through its IoT services provided by Telefónica Tech, the company … Read the full press release

Bentley Honors ‘Bentley Girls’ Legacy with Bespoke Bentayga Collection

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors commemorates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month by unveiling three unique Bentayga specifications paying homage to the iconic ‘Bentley Girls’ – Mary Petre Bruce, Dorothy Paget, and Diana Barnato Walker. The bespoke designs, crafted by … Read the full press release

Siemens Marks 125th Anniversary of Stock Market Debut with Record Growth

(IN BRIEF) Siemens celebrates its 125th year on the stock exchange, tracing back to its historic debut on the Berlin Stock Exchange on March 8, 1899. Established as a small workshop in Berlin in 1847, Siemens quickly evolved into an … Read the full press release

Enel and Ansaldo Nucleare Forge Partnership to Pave the Way for Next-Gen Nuclear Power

(IN BRIEF) Enel and Ansaldo Nucleare have entered into a collaboration agreement aimed at exploring and evaluating new technologies and business models for nuclear energy generation, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs). These innovative reactors promise … Read the full press release

LME Clear Strengthens Board with Appointment of Claire Chapman

(IN BRIEF) LME Clear has appointed Claire Chapman, an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in various sectors, as Independent Non-Executive Director of the Board. Currently serving as General Counsel, Company Secretary, and Chief People Officer at Hargreaves Lansdown plc, … Read the full press release

Eni Foundation Launches Mobile Clinics Initiative to Enhance Healthcare in Remote Algerian Regions

(IN BRIEF) Eni Foundation, in collaboration with the Algerian Ministry of Health, Population and Hospital Reform, has initiated a project aimed at bolstering healthcare services in remote regions of Algeria. The endeavor, unveiled during a ceremony in Algiers, saw the … Read the full press release

Eni, Plenitude, and Energy Infrastructure Partners Finalize Investment Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Eni, Plenitude, and Energy Infrastructure Partners (EIP) have concluded their investment agreement, with EIP acquiring a 7.6% stake in Plenitude through a capital increase of €588 million. This transaction, initially announced in December 2023, marks a significant milestone … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Champions Diversity with “Be one of many” Campaign on International Women’s Day

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz launches its “Be one of many” campaign on International Women’s Day, showcasing three inspirational women from diverse backgrounds who have excelled in traditionally male-dominated fields. Aya Jaff, Dalad Kambhu, and Alexandra Straßburger share their stories of perseverance … Read the full press release

EIB and Ukrainian Government Collaborate on Reconstruction Efforts Amid Conflict

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Ukrainian government join forces to advance reconstruction efforts in war-torn regions, allocating funds for critical infrastructure projects under the Ukraine Recovery Programme (URP) and the Ukraine Early Recovery Programme (UERP). With … Read the full press release

EIB President Nadia Calviño Meets Romanian Leadership to Discuss Future Investment Priorities

(IN BRIEF) President Nadia Calviño of the European Investment Bank (EIB) engages with Romanian President Klaus Iohannis, Prime Minister Ion-Marcel Ciolacu, and Minister of Finance Marcel-Ioan Boloş to explore strategic investment opportunities. The discussions, following a record year of EIB … Read the full press release

FI Mortgage Report Highlights Strain on Households Amidst Economic Recession

(IN BRIEF) The Finansinspektionen (FI) mortgage report released reveals the ongoing pressure faced by Swedish households, exacerbated by rising interest rates and other expenses amidst a recessionary economy. The report indicates a significant decline in new mortgagors compared to previous … Read the full press release

MacGregor Secures Major Crane Order for State-of-the-Art Cable Layer from VARD

(IN BRIEF) MacGregor, a part of Cargotec, has clinched a significant order to supply three cranes for installation on a cutting-edge cable layer from global shipbuilder VARD. The contract encompasses a 100-tonne active heave-compensated (AHC) crane, a 20-tonne offshore crane, … Read the full press release

Airbus Unveils CityAirbus NextGen Prototype, Paving the Way for Advanced Air Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has revealed its latest innovation, the CityAirbus NextGen prototype, signaling a significant advancement in the realm of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The fully electric aircraft, designed for urban operations, boasts a two-tonne class and an impressive 80 … Read the full press release

ESET Reveals Cyberespionage Campaign Exploiting Monlam Festival to Target Tibetans

(IN BRIEF) ESET researchers have uncovered a sophisticated cyberespionage campaign targeting Tibetans across various countries and territories, leveraging the Monlam Festival, a significant religious event. The operation, attributed to the China-aligned Evasive Panda Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, utilized a … Read the full press release

Webuild S.p.A. Responds to Shareholder Demand, Calls for Extraordinary Shareholder Meeting

(IN BRIEF) Webuild S.p.A., in response to a request from shareholder Salini S.p.A., has resolved to convene an Extraordinary Shareholder Meeting alongside the forthcoming Ordinary Shareholder’s Meeting on April 24, 2024. The decision, made during a Board of Directors Meeting, … Read the full press release

HP Awards Bechtle Highest Partnership Status, Recognizing Exceptional Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle achieves HP Global Power Elite Partner status, the highest partnership recognition, solidifying its position among top HP partners worldwide. The status applies globally, highlighting the longstanding collaboration between the two companies. HP’s designation recognizes exceptional sales, international … Read the full press release

ABP Strengthens Property Team, Welcomes Ben St-Quintin as Lead Development Manager for Wales & Short Sea Ports

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) enhances its property team with the appointment of Ben St-Quintin as the new Lead Property Development Manager for the Wales & Short Sea Ports region. Ben, a Chartered Surveyor with extensive experience in property … Read the full press release

Vattenfall’s Women Lead the Charge: Progress and Promises for Gender Diversity in Energy

(IN BRIEF) In the midst of International Women’s Day celebrations, Vattenfall, a key player in the energy market, showcases its commitment to gender diversity and equality. With women outnumbering men in top-level management, including the CFO Kerstin Ahlfont, Vattenfall highlights … Read the full press release

Continuity and Strategy: Fresenius Management SE Proactively Extends CFO Sara Hennicken’s Mandate

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Management SE has extended Sara Hennicken’s term as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) until 2027, two years earlier than planned, to ensure continuity in advancing the #FutureFresenius strategy. Hennicken, who joined Fresenius in 2019, has been instrumental in … Read the full press release