Category Archives: Infrastructure & Utilities

Infrastructure & Utilities Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

University of Liverpool researchers join £11 million NIHR programme to build the new Centre for Equity in Mental Health at Huddersfield

(IN BRIEF) University of Liverpool Professors Mark Gabbay and Dan Joyce will take on central roles in a new £11 million NIHR-funded mental health research initiative linked to the University of Huddersfield’s forthcoming Centre for Equity in Mental Health, bringing … Read the full press release

Henkel Adhesive Technologies advances portfolio transformation with stricter sustainability methodology and deeper customer insights

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has advanced its sustainability strategy by updating its portfolio assessment methodology with stricter, independently audited criteria and by expanding its digital reporting platform, HEART, to include use-phase emissions in addition to cradle-to-gate Product Carbon Footprints. … Read the full press release

Ørsted sells its European onshore wind, solar, and battery portfolio to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners to refocus on offshore wind

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has agreed to sell its entire European onshore renewable energy business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for EUR 1.44 billion, with expected closing in Q2 2026 subject to regulatory approval, marking the completion of its previously announced divestment … Read the full press release

Gasum expands biogas infrastructure in southern Finland to enable cleaner road and maritime logistics through the Port of Hanko

(IN BRIEF) Gasum has opened a new biogas filling station in Raseborg along the Hanko road, offering both liquefied and compressed biogas to support low-emission passenger and heavy-duty transport, particularly for cargo traffic serving the Port of Hanko. The station … Read the full press release

ABB introduces next-generation Automation Extended ecosystem combining DCS reliability with AI, analytics, and IoT capabilities

(IN BRIEF) ABB has introduced its Automation Extended program, a strategic evolution of its distributed control systems designed to help industries modernize their automation infrastructure without disrupting operations or risking system integrity. The initiative builds on ABB’s established platforms such … Read the full press release

Enea and Digis Squared strengthen global partnership with major Tier-1 operator deployment in the Middle East and North Africa

(IN BRIEF) Enea and Digis Squared have achieved a major milestone in their global partnership by delivering an integrated traffic management and deep packet inspection solution for a Tier-1 mobile network operator in the Middle East and North Africa. Leveraging … Read the full press release

AF Gruppen set to undertake large-scale concrete and tunnelling works for Bjølsegrøvatn dam rehabilitation project

(IN BRIEF) Statkraft Energi has announced its intention to enter into an execution contract with AF Gruppen for the rehabilitation of the Bjølsegrøvatn dam in Kvam, Vestland, with an estimated value of NOK 400 million excluding VAT, pending final investment … Read the full press release

Statsbygg and AF Gruppen sign NOK 123 million contract for execution phase of Viking Ship Museum refurbishment at Bygdøy

(IN BRIEF) Statsbygg and AF Gruppen have signed a contract for the execution phase of a partial refurbishment of the old Viking Ship Museum at Bygdøy, valued at approximately NOK 123 million excluding VAT, as part of the wider New … Read the full press release

Equinor and Vår Energi Secure Long-Term Helicopter and SAR Services with Bristow for Barents Sea Operations

(IN BRIEF) Equinor and Vår Energi have awarded Bristow a new long-term contract for helicopter transportation and search and rescue services from Hammerfest, ensuring stable aviation support in the increasingly active Barents Sea. The agreement, which begins on 1 September … Read the full press release

Barclays Business Prosperity Index Reveals Strong Confidence and Rising Investment Across UK Housebuilding Sector

(IN BRIEF) The latest Barclays Business Prosperity Index Housebuilding report shows that 83 per cent of businesses in housebuilding and its supply chains remain confident about the year ahead, despite affordability pressures, regulatory challenges, and financial caution. Drawing on data … Read the full press release

Volvo Construction Equipment Completes SEK 7 Billion Acquisition of Swecon and Integrates Retail Operations Across Northern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Construction Equipment has completed its acquisition of Swecon after receiving approval from the European Commission, taking over Swecon’s operations in Sweden, Germany, and the Baltic countries, including Entrack, in a deal valued at SEK 7 billion. The … Read the full press release

ORLEN Opens Fifth Public Hydrogen Refuelling Station in Piła and Strengthens Low-Emission Transport in Wielkopolska

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN has opened its fifth publicly accessible hydrogen refuelling station in Poland in the city of Piła, providing low-emission fuel for both municipal buses and private vehicles. Under a supply agreement, ORLEN will deliver 219,000 kilograms of hydrogen … Read the full press release

Aviva Strengthens Its High-Net-Worth Proposition by Introducing Aviva Private Clients to the Lloyd’s Platform

(IN BRIEF) Aviva Private Clients has launched a new high-net-worth insurance proposition in the Lloyd’s market, enabling the business to offer bespoke cover for luxury properties and assets in countries such as Switzerland and Monaco. The move expands Aviva’s specialist … Read the full press release

T Cloud Public Emerges as Europe’s Competitive Hyperscaler Alternative with Industrial AI Cloud Integration and Strong Data Sovereignty

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom is transforming T Cloud Public into a fully sovereign European cloud platform that will achieve full core feature parity with US hyperscalers by the end of 2026, while already offering 80 percent of key functionalities today. … Read the full press release

New Vattenfall Research Highlights Rising Consumer Commitment to Fossil-Free Energy and Lasting Changes in Everyday Habits

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall’s latest Energy Barometer reveals that while European consumers are broadly optimistic about the energy transition, most believe stronger government support is needed to drive meaningful progress. The survey, conducted by Statista across five countries, shows that half … Read the full press release

Metso Advances End-to-End Smart Port and Stockyard Solutions by Bringing MRA Automation into Its Global Operations

(IN BRIEF) Metso has acquired Australian engineering firm MRA Automation to strengthen its automation and digital capabilities in bulk material handling and port operations, integrating MRA’s advanced software and engineering expertise with Metso’s global portfolio of bulk handling equipment and … Read the full press release

CapMan and Scandic Finalise Heritage-Led, Low-Carbon Refurbishment of Hotel Laajavuori Ahead of Winter Season

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate and Scandic have completed a full, two-phase refurbishment of the historic Hotel Laajavuori in Jyväskylä, delivering 117 newly upgraded rooms ahead of the winter peak season while preserving the building’s architectural identity. The renovation modernised … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Certifies Osmofresh Reverse Osmosis Water Dispensers for Long-Term Hygienic Performance and Drinking Water Safety

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has awarded Hygienic Properties Certification to Osmofresh Electrical Reverse Osmosis Water Dispensers following comprehensive testing of material safety, hygiene, and long-term performance. The certification confirms compliance with European food contact regulations, heavy metal migration limits, and … Read the full press release

Amey and The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Launch Step Ahead Pathway to Support Youth Rehabilitation and Employment in UK Prisons

(IN BRIEF) Amey has launched the Step Ahead Pathway, a new youth rehabilitation programme developed with The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, to support young people in prison across England and Wales in preparing for employment on release. Piloted at HMP … Read the full press release

MAN TGE Next Level Named Sustainable Van of the Year 2026 for Its Integrated Approach to Safety, Comfort and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) The MAN TGE Next Level has been awarded the Sustainable Van of the Year 2026, with the jury recognising a comprehensive approach to sustainability built on safety, comfort, and efficiency rather than drivetrain technology alone. Applicable to model … Read the full press release