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Industrial Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Hafslund Eco to supply 680 GWh of hydropower to Hydro as part of new 6 year contract

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 19-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Hafslund Eco, Nordic region’s largest power company that only operates renewable energy, has announced it signed a long-term agreement with Hydro for the supply of 680 GWh of hydropower as part of a … Read the full press release

Westinghouse Electric Sweden AB to dismantle reactor tanks, internal parts and fuel racks at Ringhals 1 and 2 in southern Sweden for Vattenfall

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 18-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Vattenfall, a European energy company with a mission to enable fossil free living within one generation, has announced it has signed an agreement with Westinghouse Electric Sweden AB for the dismantlement of reactor … Read the full press release

Chinese and South American customers order back pressure valves from Rheinmetall worth €37 million

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 17-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall AG (ETR: RHM), active in the automotive and defence industries, has announced it has secured two important orders for back pressure valves for commercial vehicles. A well-known engine manufacturer from China has … Read the full press release

Australian National Renewable Network (NRN) to rely on Lightsource Labs’ smart home energy management technology

National Renewable Network (NRN) will use Tribe, Lightsource Labs’ smart home energy management technology, to control solar, battery and other key appliances to maximise solar self-consumption Tribe allows energy retailers to increase revenues, as they can provide cheaper, cleaner energy … Read the full press release

Europe’s largest cross-industry digitization initiative Digital X returns live to Cologne on September 7 and 8, 2021

Cologne city center becomes world exhibition of digitization More than 300 VIP speakers Pandemic-compliant concept in accordance with respective situation (PRESS RELEASE) BONN, 17-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Digital X, Europe’s largest cross-industry digitization initiative, will take place in  Cologne on … Read the full press release

The greater representation of women and people of color in BAE Systems recognized by Forbes and Statista

Forbes has recognized BAE Systems, Inc. as one of “America’s Best Employers for Women” for 2021, one of only 300 companies selected. (PRESS RELEASE) FARNBOROUGH, 16-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — BAE Systems (LON: BA), a British multinational defence, security, and aerospace … Read the full press release

Webuild (formerly Salini Impregilo) closes Seli Overseas acquisition

Progetto Italia confirmed as industrial lever for the relaunch of Italy and its construction sector (PRESS RELEASE) MILAN, 13-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Webuild, an Italian industrial group specialised in the construction and civil engineering, formerly Salini Impregilo, has announced it … Read the full press release

Henkel in 1H 2021: Group sales up by 11.3% exceeding pre-crisis level; Operating profit up by 20.1%

Group sales show organic growth of +11.3 percent to around 10 billion euros (nominal +4.7 percent), driven by all business units and regions Operating profit* rises to 1,430 million euros, +20.1% EBIT margin* increased to 14.4%, +1.9 percentage points Earnings per … Read the full press release

Terna: electricity demand in Italy during July 2021 was 30.3 billion kWh, +4.9% YoY

IMCEI Index up and still above pre-Covid levels: positive growth in steel and engineering sectors; National monthly demand at 30.3 billion kWh: +4.9% over 2020. Renewables at 38% (PRESS RELEASE) ROME, 11-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Terna, a transmission system operator in … Read the full press release

Hydro to support the development of multipurpose social centers for local communities in Belém in Brazil

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 11-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Hydro (OTCMKTS: NHYDY), a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future, has announced it will support with investments, engineering and equipment the TerPaz program in Belém in the state … Read the full press release

Henkel Adhesive Technologies becomes limited partner in Richland Capital Fund III in China with focus on advanced materials and high-end manufacturing equipment

(PRESS RELEASE) DUSSELDORF, 11-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Henkel (ETR: HEN3), a German chemical and consumer goods company, has announced it will become a limited partner in Richland Capital Fund III in China through Henkel Adhesive Technologies’ venture capital arm Henkel … Read the full press release

UK start-up Smart Green Shipping developed a wind-assist power solution based on America’s Cup wing sails to reduce CO2 emissions in the shipping industry

(PRESS RELEASE) SWINDON, 10-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — UK Research and Innovation, non-departmental public body of the Government of UK that directs research and innovation funding, has announced that a UK start-up called Smart Green Shipping is using satellite data to … Read the full press release

New Rheinmetall Mission Master SP modules carrying Escribano Mechanical & Engineering sensors and weapons systems demonstrated

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 10-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall, the Integrated Technology Group, has announced that it collaborated with Escribano Mechanical & Engineering (EM&E) in order to demonstrate two new Rheinmetall Mission Master SP modules carrying EM&E sensors and weapons systems. … Read the full press release

EDF sold its 49.99% interest in Constellation Energy Nuclear Group LLC to its joint venture partner Exelon Generation, LLC

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, 9-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — EDF (EPA: EDF), the world-leading nuclear operator, has announced it has completed the sale of its 49.99% interest in Constellation Energy Nuclear Group, LLC (“CENG”) to its joint venture partner, Exelon Generation, LLC … Read the full press release

Enel, Enel X and Confagricoltura partner to bring sustainable energy solutions to the agricultural sector

Agreements were signed to provide tailor-made solutions for the competitiveness of the agricultural sector (PRESS RELEASE) ROME, 9-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Enel S.p.A. (BIT: ENEL), an Italian multinational manufacturer and distributor of electricity and gas, and Confagricoltura, representing agricultural enterprises … Read the full press release

Mika Vehviläinen to lead Cargotec / Konecranes combined entity as President and CEO

(PRESS RELEASE) HELSINKI, 6-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Cargotec Corporation (HEL: CGCBV), a Finnish company that makes cargo-handling machinery for ships, ports, terminals and local distribution, and Konecranes Plc (HEL: KCR), a Finnish company with focus on cranes and lifting equipment, … Read the full press release

BAE Systems to work on the advancement of Eurofighter Typhoon as part of new EUR 159 million contract

(PRESS RELEASE) FRANBOROUGH, 6-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — BAE Systems (LON: BA), a British multinational defence, security, and aerospace company, has announced it will work on the advancement of Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft as part of a new EUR 159 (£135 million) … Read the full press release

Eni to deliver a carbon neutral LNG cargo to CPC Corporation, Taiwan reaching a milestone in its decarbonization strategy

The GHG emissions related to the entire value chain of the LNG cargo will be offset through the retirement of high quality nature based credits. (PRESS RELEASE) SAN DONATO MILANESE (MILAN), 6-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Eni (BIT: ENI), an Italian … Read the full press release

Thomas Reutter joins Borealis Polyolefin Business as VP Product Asset Management and Supply Chain

(PRESS RELEASE) VIENNA, 5-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Borealis, one of the world’s leading providers of advanced and circular polyolefin solutions and Europe’s market leader in base chemicals, fertilizers and the mechanical recycling of plastics, has announced the appointment of Thomas … Read the full press release

IAA MOBILITY 2021: 29 new 5G sites set up by Deutsche Telekom to ensure comprehensive 5G coverage of the outdoor areas of the trade fair

Telekom and Messe München intensify partnership for IAA MOBILITY 2021 Use of a wide range of mobile and fixed network solutions for a mobility platform of the future 29 new 5G sites put into operation (PRESS RELEASE) BONN, 5-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Deutsche … Read the full press release