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Francesco Picchioni’s Revolutionary Rubber Recycling Method Earns Prestigious Ben Feringa Impact Award

(IN BRIEF) Francesco Picchioni, Professor of Chemical Technology at the University of Groningen, was awarded the Ben Feringa Impact Award for his innovative rubber recycling method, which preserves the quality of recycled rubber. His technique, which involves mechanically breaking down … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ to Supply Cutting-Edge Tissue Production Line for TNPL’s Entry into the Tissue Market in Tamil Nadu

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has been selected by Tamil Nadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd. (TNPL) to provide a state-of-the-art tissue production line at its Unit II mill in Mondipatti Village, Tamil Nadu. This investment represents TNPL’s strategic move into the tissue … Read the full press release

BayWa AG Approves Restructuring Plan, Extending Financing Until 2028 and Securing EUR 201.6 Million Capital Increase

(IN BRIEF) BayWa AG has secured approval for its restructuring plan under the German StaRUG framework. The plan includes extending financing until 2028 and a capital increase of up to EUR 201.6 million. Despite not meeting the quorum for shareholders, … Read the full press release

Husqvarna Group Appoints Maria Rönnberg as New EVP People & Organization, Successor to Leigh Dagberg

(IN BRIEF) Husqvarna Group announces the departure of Leigh Dagberg, Executive Vice President of People & Organization, and the appointment of Maria Rönnberg as her successor, effective August 1, 2025. Maria, who joined the company in 2022 as Senior Vice … Read the full press release

Arkema Achieves “A” Rating for Climate Change and “A-” for Water Security in 2024 CDP Assessments

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has earned an “A” rating for Climate Change and an improved “A-” rating for Water Security in the 2024 CDP assessments. These recognitions place Arkema among the top 2% of over 24,700 companies evaluated, highlighting the Group’s commitment … Read the full press release

BNP Paribas Expands Support for Energy Renovations in France, Addressing Key Barriers to Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) A BNP Paribas study, conducted with Harris Interactive, reveals that while 94% of French people prioritize energy-efficient home renovations, cost and complexity are significant barriers. In response, BNP Paribas plans to support 400,000 renovations across Europe by 2026. … Read the full press release

ENERCON Achieves Milestone with First Kilowatt Hour Fed Into Grid from E-175 EP5 E2 Prototype

(IN BRIEF) ENERCON has successfully commissioned the E-175 EP5 E2 prototype at the Wachendorf site in Lower Saxony, marking a key milestone in the turbine’s development. The E-175 EP5 E2, with a rated power of 7.0 MW and a rotor … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Marks Key Milestone in New Architecture Building with Traditional Topping Out Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) The Liverpool School of Architecture celebrated the milestone of its new extension with a traditional ‘topping out’ ceremony. The £23 million extension, designed by O’Donnell + Tuomey, will offer students enhanced teaching and research facilities, including virtual reality … Read the full press release

IONITY to Expand Charging Infrastructure with EUR 50 Million Investment from KfW IPEX-Bank, Supporting the Transition to Electric Mobility

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank has provided EUR 50 million to IONITY to support the expansion of its High Power Charging network across Europe. This investment will enhance IONITY’s infrastructure, particularly in Germany, France, Sweden, and the UK, by improving charging … Read the full press release

Ericsson to Boost R&D Operations in Japan, Creating Up to 300 Jobs and Strengthening the Nation’s Digital Future

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson is expanding its research and development operations in Japan, with an investment expected to create up to 300 high-skilled telecom jobs. This move is part of Ericsson’s broader strategy to strengthen Japan’s role in its global connectivity … Read the full press release

Thales and Vipps Revolutionize Digital Payments with Launch of NFC Payments on iOS, Reaching One Million Users

(IN BRIEF) Thales is excited to announce its continued support for Vipps, Norway’s mobile wallet leader, as it reaches over one million users for mobile contactless payments. Vipps is the first third-party wallet to offer NFC payments on iOS, powered … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Key Contracts for Zurich Western Bypass Refurbishment with Swiss Federal Road Authority

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been awarded two important contracts as part of a consortium for the refurbishment of the Zurich Western Bypass by the Swiss Federal Road Authority (FEDRO). AFRY’s responsibilities include the planning and supervision of tunnel lighting and … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Partners with 14 Global Airlines for Sustainability Initiative in Air Logistics

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has signed individual MoUs with fourteen global airlines to create a sustainability-focused partnership in the air logistics industry. The collaboration, which spans four continents, will prioritize sustainable aviation fuel, transparency in emissions tracking, and a broader approach … Read the full press release

EIB and Luxembourg Space Agency Collaborate to Integrate Satellite Data into Financial Sector Practices

(IN BRIEF) The EIB and the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) have partnered to enhance the use of satellite data in the financial sector, aiming to improve financial services’ sustainability and reporting. Through an R&D Pilot Programme, the collaboration will explore … Read the full press release

Latvia Chosen as Host for the EBRD’s 35th Annual Meeting in 2026 to Highlight Investment Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has announced that its 35th Annual Meeting will be held in Riga, Latvia, from June 5 to 7, 2026. The event, expected to attract over 2,000 participants, will feature a comprehensive programme, including discussions on investment … Read the full press release

Iron Powder: A Sustainable Solution for Energy Storage, Developed by Professor Philip de Goey

(IN BRIEF) Professor Philip de Goey of Eindhoven University of Technology has pioneered the development of iron powder as a sustainable energy carrier. This innovation allows energy from renewable sources to be stored safely and reused efficiently, offering a new … Read the full press release

K+S Announces Key Leadership Appointments and Extends Terms of Supervisory Board Members

(IN BRIEF) K+S Aktiengesellschaft has appointed Dr. Harald Schwager as the new Chairman of the Supervisory Board, succeeding Dr. Andreas Kreimeyer. Dr. Schwager and Dr. Tilman Krauch were also elected as new Supervisory Board members. The company has extended the … Read the full press release

OptiSigns anuncia su expansión Europea

OptiSigns ha abierto una nueva oficina en Munich, Alemania y ha añadido liderazgo clave para apoyar mejor a los clientes de la UE OptiSigns es una empresa líder en señalización digital en Norteamérica, con más de 30.500 clientes en 121 … Read the full press release

OptiSigns annonce son expansion européenne

OptiSigns a ouvert un nouveau bureau à Munich, en Allemagne, et a recruté des dirigeants clés pour mieux soutenir les clients de l’UE OptiSigns est la principale entreprise de signalisation numérique en Amérique du Nord, avec plus de 30 500 … Read the full press release

OptiSigns kündigt europäische Expansion an

OptiSigns hat ein neues Büro in München, Deutschland eröffnet und Führungskräfte hinzugefügt, um EU-Kunden besser zu unterstützen OptiSigns ist das führende Digital-Signage-Unternehmen in Nordamerika mit über 30.500 Kunden in 121 Ländern, die ihre Hardware und Software zur Anzeige von Beschilderungen … Read the full press release