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STMicroelectronics reports MCU market-share growth; surpasses 2 billion unit sales of its robust and versatile STM8 microcontrollers

Cumulative sales leap from one billion reached in May 2014 to two billion in February 2016, contributing to ST’s MCU market-share growth MCUs offer class-leading device performance, code efficiency, versatile peripherals, and reliability/robustness China a key market, with strong contributions from … Read the full press release

STMicroelectronics introduces two 36V op amps with enhanced performance and ruggedness for automotive and industrial applications

GENEVA, 08-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — STMicroelectronics has introduced two 36V op amps that deliver enhanced performance and ruggedness in automotive and industrial applications. The op amps feature a wide supply-voltage range, stability in challenging operating conditions, and tolerance of electrostatic discharge … Read the full press release

Hiab introduces new system to operate the crane remotely using virtual reality goggles

Malmö, Sweden, 06-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Hiab, part of Cargotec, introduces as the first in the industry a new vision system, moving crane operation to the safety and comfort of the truck cabin. “Based on the recent advancements in virtual reality … Read the full press release

MacGregor to supply loose lashings equipment for a European owner

Malmö, Sweden, 06-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — MacGregor, part of Cargotec, will supply loose lashings equipment for twelve 19,200 TEU container vessels under construction in South Korea for a European owner. The equipment is planned for delivery during 2016. The order was … Read the full press release

Hiab and its longstanding dealer in Israel expand their customer service centre to over 10,000 square metres

Malmö, Sweden, 06-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Hiab, part of Cargotec, and Hydco Givati, one of the leading specialists in truck-mounted hydraulic lifting and transportation equipment, based in Gan-Yavne in Israel, have been working closely together for ten years now. Hydco Givati, … Read the full press release

Coemac, S.A. BoD to propose corporate reorganization at the Shareholders’ Meeting next May

With this decision, the company strengthens its equity base MADRID, 05-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — At its meeting today the Board of Directors of Coemac, S.A. has formulated the accounts for 2015, confirming 2015 results and the restructuring and provisions already … Read the full press release

voestalpine signs with Mexican steel producer TYASA for several hundred thousand tons of the sponge iron from Texas

Linz, Austria, 04-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Construction of the voestalpine direct reduction plant in Texas, USA, is proceeding rapidly. Initial tests on sections of the plant have already commenced so that from today’s standpoint it can be assumed that production will … Read the full press release

MAN Diesel & Turbo to supply 99 MW steam turbine generator set to the biggest manufacturer of acrylic fibers AKSA

Steam turbine Genset will produce electricity and process steam for AKSA plant in the Turkish city of Yalova. Oberhausen, Germany, 01-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Turkish company Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.Ş. (AKSA), the worlds biggest manufacturer of acrylic fibers, has placed an … Read the full press release

APM Terminals to develop new transshipment terminal in Tangier, Morocco

Port operator APM Terminals to develop a new transshipment terminal in Tangier with an annual capacity of five million TEUs. APM Terminals MedPort Tangier will become operational in 2019, serving multiple trades and will be the first automated terminal in … Read the full press release

Samsung utilizes DSM’s Arnitel® thermoplastic elastomer for soft straps on its latest Galaxy Gear S2 smartwatch

SINGAPORE, 31-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, says producers of wearable electronics are turning to its Arnitel® thermoplastic elastomer for soft straps. A new high performance solution that it created specifically … Read the full press release

DSM to increase price for Akulon® and Novamid® polyamide 6 polymers in the Americas

SINGAPORE, 31-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — As a result of increasing raw material prices DSM will increase the price for its Akulon® and Novamid® polyamide 6 polymers. DSM will increase prices by $0.05/lb in North and South America. This increase will take … Read the full press release

K+S temporarily suspends potash production at the Hattorf and Unterbreizbach sites

KASSEL, 31-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — In the light of the low level of precipitation over the past few weeks and the resulting limitations on discharging wastewater into the Werra, potash production at the Hattorf and Unterbreizbach sites will be temporarily suspended … Read the full press release

Solvay to build additional production capacity of Hydroquinone in China starting-up in 2018

BRUSSELS, 30-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — SOLVAY communication on Hydroquinone and MEHQ capacity increase projects Solvay announces its plan to build an additional production capacity of Hydroquinone (HQ) in China starting-up in 2018. This investment will be based on an innovative and … Read the full press release

Finmeccanica to demonstrate naval capabilities at DIMDEX naval exhibition in Doha

Finmeccanica’s broad naval capabilities can be seen on the FREMM Frigate Carabiniere visiting Doha Port during Dimdex Finmeccanica has a strong position in the Gulf’s commercial and military helicopter markets and sees significant future opportunities across the region   The … Read the full press release

MultiSeal Plus: Voith upgrades ProRelease+ sealing technology

Reduced fabric wear thanks to minimized deflection Faster production speeds through an optimized vacuum zone Greater durability of sealing strips and easier servicing CHeidenheim, 29-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Voith’s new MultiSeal Plus sealing technology improves processes in the dryer section … Read the full press release

Thales and BEL-Thales Systems Limited to develop PHAROS fire control radar for both gun and missile systems

Strategic cooperation contract in India. New type of multi-target simultaneous engagement fire control radar for naval and ground-based deployment that offers control of conventional and guided ammunition. PARIS, 29-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — At Defexpo India 2016, Thales and BEL-Thales Systems Limited … Read the full press release

Hiab invites world’s best crane drivers to compete in the World Crane Championships 2016

Malmö, Sweden, 29-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Hiab, part of Cargotec, invites the world’s best crane drivers to compete in the World Crane Championships 2016. The competition has now started and the first qualification round took place on 16 March in Madrid, … Read the full press release

WACKER built new laboratory in Singapore for developing and testing silicone elastomers

Munich / Singapore, 29-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Munich-based chemicals group WACKER is strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia, and today inaugurates its expanded technical center in Singapore. A new laboratory has been built for developing and testing silicone elastomers for growing … Read the full press release

Leoni reports 10% YoY increase of sales in 2015

Fiscal 2015 with sales growth – wiring system projects weighing on 2015 and 2016 EBIT Nuremberg, 28-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ —  Leoni, the leading European provider of cables and cable systems to the automotive sector and other industries, generated substantial sales growth … Read the full press release

thyssenkrupp Elevator inaugurated its new Multiple-Purpose Facility (MPF) Building in China

ESSEN, 25-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — thyssenkrupp Elevator, the world-renowned elevator solution provider, inaugurated its new Multiple-Purpose Facility (MPF) Building in China, marking another milestone for the company’s expansion in the country. With a 120 million Yuan (17 million euros) investment, the … Read the full press release