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Covestro Advances Polycarbonate Recycling with Chemolysis, Aiming to Close the Recycling Loop

(IN BRIEF) Covestro has developed an innovative process for recycling polycarbonate plastics through chemical recycling, aiming to convert plastics back into their monomers for reuse in production. The process, termed chemolysis, is capable of recycling pre-sorted waste streams containing over … Read the full press release

T-Systems Earns High Acclaim in ISG’s Google Cloud Partner Ecosystem Report for Excellence and Sovereign Cloud Innovations

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems’ capabilities in Google Cloud services have been recognized by ISG (Information Services Group) through its Provider Lens benchmark report. T-Systems received “Leader” status for managed services and “Rising Star” status for implementation and integration services within the … Read the full press release

Bosch Engineering Unveils Cutting-Edge Assistance Systems for Safer and More Efficient Mining Machinery at steinexpo 2023

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering is presenting advanced assistance systems for deep and open-cast mining machinery at steinexpo 2023. These systems aim to enhance safety by reducing accidents and improving work efficiency. The company has developed modular sensors and systems that … Read the full press release

“Siemens Unveils Machinum: The CNC Digitalization Powerhouse for Enhanced Productivity and Sustainability in Machine Tool Industry”

(IN BRIEF) Siemens is highlighting its CNC digitalization portfolio, known as Machinum, as an essential component of its Siemens Xcelerator platform for parts manufacturing at the EMO event. Machinum focuses on enhancing productivity and sustainability in the machine tool industry. … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Earns Top Honors in EcoVadis Sustainability Rating 2023, Leading Rail Industry with Platinum Certificate

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has achieved the highest rating in the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating 2023, receiving a platinum certificate with a score of 81 out of 100 points. This places the company in the top 1 percent of assessed companies … Read the full press release

Škoda Revs Up for 20th Sachsen Classic Rally with a Fleet of Iconic Vintage Models

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Classic team is participating in the 20th Sachsen Classic rally with seven iconic Škoda vehicles built between 1948 and 1988. The rally, known for its focus on regularity and precision rather than speed, starts in Zwickau on … Read the full press release

ENTSO-E and ENTSOG Announce Scenarios ETAG (External Technical Advisory Group) Members for Expert Advisory on TYNDP Scenarios Development

(IN BRIEF) ENTSO-E (European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity) and ENTSOG (European Network of Transmission System Operators for Gas) have revealed the list of members forming the Scenarios External Technical Advisory Group (Scenarios ETAG). This group has been … Read the full press release

Empa’s Comprehensive Approach to Bridging Skill Shortages and Fostering Talent in Swiss Technical Professions

(IN BRIEF) Empa, a Swiss research institute, is actively addressing the shortage of skilled workers in technical professions by providing support to talented individuals throughout their academic and professional journeys. Empa’s efforts encompass apprenticeships, academic studies, research careers, and entrepreneurship. … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca Showcases Promising Advances in Lung Cancer Treatments at IASLC Conference 2023

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca is advancing its lung cancer portfolio at the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) 2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer. The company is aiming to have an AstraZeneca medicine for over half of all … Read the full press release

Europe’s Offshore Wind Growth Faces Hurdles: Supply Chain Gaps and Auction Design Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Europe’s offshore wind sector is making progress in terms of investments and installations, with 2.1 GW of new offshore wind capacity added in the first half of 2023, bringing the total capacity to 32 GW. However, this growth … Read the full press release

ESC Congress 2023 Unveils Cutting-Edge Cardiovascular Research: Hot Line Studies and Guideline Updates to Shape Medical Practice

(IN BRIEF) The ESC Congress 2023 is set to take place from August 25 to 28 in Amsterdam, offering the latest in cardiovascular science. The event will feature a packed Press Conference program, presenting results from 30 major studies in … Read the full press release

Annual Outage Initiates at Fortum’s Loviisa Nuclear Power Plant for Maintenance and Modernization

(IN BRIEF) Fortum’s Loviisa Nuclear Power Plant in Finland is preparing for its annual outage, commencing with Unit 2 on August 20th, followed by Unit 1. Both units will undergo a brief refuelling outage lasting approximately 37 days. This maintenance … Read the full press release

EBRD Backs €15 Million Urban Renewal Project in Alba Iulia, Romania

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a €15 million loan to Alba Iulia, Romania, to revitalize the city’s public transport infrastructure. The project, co-financed by the European Union, aims to transform over 15 km … Read the full press release

Port of Ipswich Continues 18-Year Streak as UK’s Top Agricultural Export Port

(IN BRIEF) For the 18th consecutive year, ABP’s Port of Ipswich has maintained its position as the leading export port for agricultural products in the UK, surpassing other major ports like London, Bristol, and Great Yarmouth. The recently published UK … Read the full press release

Port of Newport Maintains Dominance as Leading UK Steel Port for Seventh Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Newport, part of Associated British Ports (ABP), has retained its position as the UK’s premier steel port for the seventh consecutive year. Recent statistics from the UK Department for Transport’s Port Freight Annual Statistics for … Read the full press release

Switzerland’s First Proton Radiotherapy for Oesophageal Cancer Conducted in Landmark Clinical Trial

(IN BRIEF) The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) has administered proton radiotherapy to a 67-year-old patient with oesophageal cancer, marking the first time this treatment has been used in Switzerland for such a case. The treatment is part of a collaborative … Read the full press release

Neste’s Singapore Refinery Expansion Resumes Renewable Diesel Production After Repairs

(IN BRIEF) Neste has announced the resumption of renewable diesel production at its Singapore refinery expansion in early August, following an equipment-related shutdown in June. The company is working to ramp up production at the expanded facility, with plans to … Read the full press release

Neste and ScanOcean Introduce Lower-Emission Marine Fuel to Swedish Market

(IN BRIEF) Neste, in collaboration with ScanOcean, has launched its Neste Marine™ 0.1 Co-processed marine fuel in the Swedish market. This lower-emission fuel, with both fossil and renewable content, aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the marine sector. The … Read the full press release

Wintershall Dea Receives New Licence for Carbon Capture and Storage Project in the Southern North Sea

(IN BRIEF) Wintershall Dea, a prominent player in the UK North Sea, has been granted a new licence by the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) to store CO2 beneath the seabed in the Camelot area. With an annual storage potential … Read the full press release

Tibnor, Subsidiary of SSAB, Plans Cost-saving Measures Including Staff Reduction to Improve Profitability

(IN BRIEF) Tibnor, a subsidiary of SSAB, has announced plans to adjust its operations in response to lower demand and profitability. The measures, intended to achieve annual cost savings of around SEK 150 million, will encompass all Tibnor business areas … Read the full press release