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Boliden Ramps Up Reclamation Provisions by SEK 3.8 Billion for Aitik and Garpenberg Mines

(IN BRIEF) In a significant development, Boliden has decided to bolster its provisions for reclamation by SEK 3.8 billion, primarily attributed to ambitious reclamation plans for its Aitik and Garpenberg mines. This decision will trigger an annual depreciation rise of … Read the full press release

Minsait Payments Expands Payment Technology Services with Acquisition of Pecunpay

(IN BRIEF) Minsait Payments has acquired 100% of Pecunpay, a Spanish Electronic Money Institution specializing in serving fintechs and neo-banks. This strategic move aims to enhance Minsait Payments’ position as a payment technology services provider by integrating Pecunpay’s assets and … Read the full press release

Hydro Extrusions Partners with Watt Electric Vehicles to Deliver Low-Carbon Aluminum for Innovative Electric Commercial Vehicle

(IN BRIEF) Hydro Extrusions, a leading aluminum manufacturer, has joined forces with UK startup Watt Electric Vehicles (WEVC) to supply recycled, low-carbon aluminum extrusions for WEVC’s upcoming electric commercial vehicle, the eCV1. This collaboration aims to reduce the vehicle’s weight … Read the full press release

Riverty and GirlCode Join Forces to Tackle Gender Disparity in European Tech and FinTech Sectors

(IN BRIEF) Riverty, a prominent FinTech player, has teamed up with the global community GirlCode to address the alarming gender imbalance in the tech and FinTech sectors in Europe. Recent statistics reveal that only 22% of tech roles in European … Read the full press release

Hailo Technologies’ AI Processors to Power Schneider Electric’s Industrial Automation Innovations

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric is partnering with Hailo Technologies, an AI chipmaker, to incorporate Hailo’s advanced processors into Schneider Electric’s industrial automation solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance industrial automation performance, with key benefits including six times faster object detection, … Read the full press release

SEB Sets Ambitious 2030 Sector Targets to Accelerate Towards Net-Zero Credit Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) SEB, a leading financial services group, has revealed its 2030 sector targets aimed at aligning its credit portfolio with net-zero emissions goals. These targets, covering sectors like oil & gas, power generation, steel, car manufacturing, and more, are … Read the full press release

Malta Inc. Collaborates with German Partners to Accelerate Energy Transition and Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Malta Inc., a leader in long-duration energy storage (LDES), has announced a grant awarded to its German subsidiary for a €9-million project aimed at expediting Germany’s energy transition efforts. The project, supported by the German Federal Ministry for … Read the full press release

SCTMi Mini-Compact Terminals: Schmalz’s Next-Generation Vacuum Technology Solution

(IN BRIEF) Schmalz, a vacuum technology innovator, has introduced SCTMi mini-compact terminals, offering enhanced efficiency and flexibility for vacuum systems. These compact terminals, available in different configurations, can control two to 16 separate vacuum circuits and are smaller and lighter … Read the full press release

Orange and Nordnet Collaborate to Provide Superfast Satellite Internet in France

(IN BRIEF) Orange, a leading telecommunications company in France, has launched the “Orange Satellite with Nordnet” offering to provide superfast broadband access across mainland France. Priced at €49.99 per month, this satellite-based service is aimed at customers without access to … Read the full press release

Barclays Bank Ireland Joins Vienna Stock Exchange as New International Trading Member

(IN BRIEF) The Vienna Stock Exchange has announced the addition of a new international trading member, Barclays Bank Ireland PLC, effective from November 15, 2023. Barclays’ participation in the exchange is seen as a strategic move to provide comprehensive and … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Team Members Complete Lean Practitioner Training Course and Gain SCQF Level 7 Qualification

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has demonstrated its commitment to employee development by providing learning and development opportunities for its team members. Recently, 30 team members across EMEA, the US, and Brazil successfully completed a Lean Practitioner training course, earning their … Read the full press release

Arkema Showcases Sustainable Coating Solutions at Chinacoat 2023

(IN BRIEF) Arkema, a global leader in specialty materials, is set to exhibit its innovative and sustainable coating solutions at Chinacoat 2023 in the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) from November 15th to 17th. The company is committed to … Read the full press release

UK Retailers Roll Out Early Christmas Displays to Boost Festive Sales

(IN BRIEF) According to data from the Barclays Business Barometer, UK retailers are embracing an early start to the Christmas season, with 49% of them opting to display festive goods earlier this year to help customers spread the cost of … Read the full press release

DHL Supply Chain Invests €200 Million to Transform Fleet with Greener Alternatives

(IN BRIEF) DHL Supply Chain is taking a significant stride towards environmental sustainability with the launch of its global Green Transport Policy. The policy aims to substantially reduce carbon emissions, particularly from its transportation services, aligning with the company’s Sustainability … Read the full press release

BASF and SK On Partner to Explore Lithium-Ion Battery Collaboration in North America and Asia-Pacific

(IN BRIEF) BASF, a leading global producer of battery materials, and SK On, a prominent electric vehicle battery cell manufacturer, have entered into an agreement to explore collaboration opportunities in the global lithium-ion battery market, with a particular focus on … Read the full press release

T-Systems Achieves Top ‘Leader’ Status in ISG’s AWS Ecosystem Partner Report

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems, the business-customer IT affiliate of Deutsche Telekom, has been recognized as a leader in the AWS (Amazon Web Services) ecosystem by ISG (Information Services Group). In ISG’s Provider Lens™ analyst report on AWS ecosystem partners, T-Systems achieved … Read the full press release

Siemens AG Boosts Stake in Siemens Ltd. India, Accelerating Separation from Siemens Energy

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG has taken significant steps to support the stability and accelerate the separation of Siemens Energy AG in India. Siemens plans to enter into a share purchase agreement to acquire an 18% stake in Siemens Ltd. India … Read the full press release

EIF and LocalTapiola Partner to Provide €32 Million in Loans to Finnish Small Businesses

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and LocalTapiola Corporate Lending I GP Ltd, a Finnish alternative lender, have signed two portfolio guarantee agreements, enabling the provision of €32 million in new loans to small businesses and mid-caps in Finland. … Read the full press release

EBRD Expands Partnership with TBC Bank in Georgia with $30 Million Financing to Boost Climate Governance

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is strengthening its collaboration with Georgia’s leading financial institution, TBC Bank, by providing a $30 million (€28.1 million) financing facility. This funding is aimed at bolstering TBC Bank’s capital base … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal to Pioneer Sustainable Steel Powder Production for Additive Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal, a global steel industry leader, is entering the additive manufacturing (AdM) market as a supplier of high-quality steel powders. The company is constructing an industrial-scale atomizer in Spain, with production scheduled to begin in January 2024. This … Read the full press release