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Merck Expands Biologics Testing Center in China to Support Local Biopharma Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Merck has completed the second phase of its new €29 million Biologics Testing Center in China, adding 1,500 square meters to the facility. This expansion includes the first biosafety laboratories for Merck in the Chinese market, enabling clients … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Partners with Lisbon City Council to Illuminate Historic City Hall

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, through its Foundation, has entered into a collaborative agreement with the Lisbon City Council to undertake an ornamental lighting project for the Paços do Concelho. The project involves the replacement and refurbishment of the lighting on the … Read the full press release

North Seas Energy Ministers Pledge to Build 260 GW of Offshore Wind Power by 2050

(IN BRIEF) Energy Ministers from ten North Seas Energy Cooperation (NSEC) countries, including the Netherlands, convened in The Hague, where they agreed on an updated NSEC Action Agenda aimed at boosting the expansion of offshore wind power in Europe. The … Read the full press release

GSK Initiates Phase III Trials for Low Carbon Inhaler to Drastically Cut Emissions

(IN BRIEF) GSK, a leading pharmaceutical company, has unveiled plans to conduct Phase III trials in 2024 for a low carbon version of its popular inhaler, Ventolin (salbutamol). The initiative aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the inhaler’s … Read the full press release

Neste and Hightowers Petroleum Partner to Provide High-Quality Renewable Diesel in Midwest

(IN BRIEF) Neste has teamed up with Hightowers Petroleum to offer Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in the Midwest region. This strategic partnership aims to meet the growing demand for lower-emission fuels, particularly from the automotive industry. Neste MY Renewable Diesel, … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom AG Successfully Completes Placement of 1.3 Million New Shares

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom AG has successfully completed the placement of 1.3 million new shares, representing 10% of its existing share capital. These newly issued shares were divided into 477,217 shares against cash contributions and 822,783 shares against contributions in … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Ranks Seventh Among Most Valuable Global Brands in 2023

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz has strengthened its position as the world’s most valuable luxury automobile brand, moving up to the seventh spot in the “Best Global Brands 2023” ranking. The brand’s value has increased by nine percent, highlighting its consistent transformation … Read the full press release

Barclays Appoints JB Patois as Head of Equity Derivatives for Asia Pacific

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has announced the appointment of Jean-Baptiste (JB) Patois as the Head of Equity Derivatives ex-Strategic Derivatives, Asia Pacific, based in Hong Kong. In this role, Mr. Patois will lead the Exotics and Flow Derivatives teams. He will … Read the full press release

Equinor Announces Second Quarter 2023 Dividend Payouts

(IN BRIEF) Equinor ASA has disclosed the dividend payouts for the second quarter of 2023. The company will distribute an ordinary cash dividend of USD 0.30 per share and an extraordinary cash dividend of USD 0.60 per share. The NOK … Read the full press release

ING Completes €2.5 Billion Share Buyback Program Milestone

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has provided an update on its €2.5 billion share buyback program, announcing that it repurchased 22,842,425 shares during the week of November 13, 2023, through November 17, 2023. These shares were acquired at an average price of … Read the full press release

ZF Unveils Innovative Mobility Solutions at ‘Next Generation Mobility Days’ in Shanghai

(IN BRIEF) ZF, the technology company, showcased its cutting-edge technology portfolio to over 600 representatives from around 40 Chinese automobile manufacturers during its “Next Generation Mobility Days” event in Shanghai. The event featured driving demonstrations and technical discussions, where customers … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Supports Transporters’ Transition to Electric Mobility with Tailored Charging Services

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has launched an innovative in-depot electric truck charging service at the SOLUTRANS trade show. This service is designed to facilitate the transition to electric mobility for transport companies by providing customized charging infrastructure. It includes efficient charge … Read the full press release

Metso Secures EUR 10 Million Order for Tankhouse Material Handling Solution from Freeport-McMoRan’s El Paso Electrorefinery

(IN BRIEF) Freeport-McMoRan has awarded a significant order to Metso for the delivery of a state-of-the-art tankhouse material handling solution to its El Paso electrorefinery in Texas, USA. The order, valued at over EUR 10 million, has been booked in … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Plans Capital Increase to Strengthen Equity Base

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom AG has announced its decision to pursue a capital increase from authorized capital by issuing up to 1,300,000 new ordinary no-par value bearer shares, representing up to 10% of the existing share capital. This capital increase … Read the full press release

DNV to Provide Extensive Inspection Services for East Anglia Three Offshore Wind Farm Project

(IN BRIEF) DNV has entered into an agreement to provide a wide range of inspection services for the East Anglia Three offshore wind project, which is set to become the world’s second-largest wind farm upon its operation in 2026. The … Read the full press release

ORLEN Group’s PGNiG Upstream Norway Expands Natural Gas Operations with KUFPEC Norway Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) PGNiG Upstream Norway, a subsidiary of the ORLEN Group, is set to take control of KUFPEC Norway, a hydrocarbon producer, significantly boosting the ORLEN Group’s natural gas output in Norway by over one-third, reaching 4 billion cubic meters … Read the full press release

AFRY Strengthens Nuclear Safety Expertise with Acquisition of Hungarian Firms SOM System Kft. and TTSA Mérnökiroda Kft.

(IN BRIEF) Swedish engineering and consulting company AFRY has made a strategic move to acquire Hungarian nuclear safety consulting firms SOM System Kft. and TTSA Mérnökiroda Kft., collectively known as SOM. The acquisition enhances AFRY’s capabilities in the nuclear sector, … Read the full press release

Vodafone Receives PwC Award for Third Consecutive Year in Cyber Reporting Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has won the FTSE350 Cyber Reporting category in PwC’s Building Public Trust Awards for the third year in a row. The awards recognize companies and charities that excel in providing transparent and insightful reporting on sustainability and … Read the full press release

EBRD Report Explores Global Economic Transformation’s Impact on Individuals

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has released a report titled “Transitions big and small,” examining how the profound structural changes in the global economy are affecting people’s lives, livelihoods, and living conditions in EBRD regions. … Read the full press release

UK Centre for Veterinary Vaccine Innovation and Manufacturing (CVIM) Achieves Key Milestones in Inaugural Year

(IN BRIEF) In its first year of operation, the UK Centre for Veterinary Vaccine Innovation and Manufacturing (CVIM) has accomplished several significant milestones in its mission to bridge the gap between scientific discoveries and solutions for pressing infectious diseases, particularly … Read the full press release