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University of York Leads £31 Million Initiative to Transform Adult Social Care Research

(IN BRIEF) The University of York has assumed a leading role in advancing adult social care research, with Professor Yvonne Birks becoming the first director of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) School for Social Care Research … Read the full press release

Momentum’s Green Tech Fund Secures Backing from European Investment Fund

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed NOK 295 million (€25 million) to Momentum III, a Norwegian fund targeting early-stage climate tech companies in the Nordics and EU-27. Backed by the European Commission’s InvestEU initiative, the fund will … Read the full press release

Gasum Expands Biogas Refueling Network with New Station in Joensuu, Finland

(IN BRIEF) Gasum is expanding its biogas refueling network by acquiring a filling station in Joensuu, Finland, from Wega Group. The station, set to be fully operated by Gasum starting January 2025, currently offers compressed biogas (CBG) for passenger and … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Framework Agreement to Support Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning Agency

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has secured a framework agreement with the Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning agency (NND) to provide project and programme management services, aiding NND in the safe decommissioning of nuclear facilities and nuclear waste disposal. The four-year agreement, with a … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Partners with Kuehne+Nagel to Manage New Central Logistics Center in Thailand

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions has teamed up with Kuehne+Nagel to manage a new 3,000sqm Central Logistics Center in Thailand, located near Schaeffler’s manufacturing plant in Chonburi. The center will handle kitting, goods receiving, and shipping, enhancing delivery capacity … Read the full press release

Edison Partners with Landis+Gyr to Launch Innovative e-Mobility Platform in Italy

(IN BRIEF) Edison, a leading energy provider with over 140 years of experience, has launched a new e-Mobility app and platform powered by Landis+Gyr’s OCEAN EV Charging Software. This platform provides access to over 30,000 charging stations across Italy, enhancing … Read the full press release

HungaroControl Joins Thales’ Alliance One to Shape the Future of Air Traffic Control with Upgraded TopSky – ATC System

(IN BRIEF) On December 9th, HungaroControl became a member of Thales’ Alliance One, a collaborative group shaping the future of air traffic control (ATC) through the upgraded TopSky – ATC system. This system, designed to meet growing air traffic demands, … Read the full press release

BT Group’s Research Reveals UK’s Growing Obsession with Live Events, Streaming, and Multi-tasking

(IN BRIEF) BT Group’s Network Wrapped report reveals that 56% of the UK population views live sport as the most significant cultural moment of the year, surpassing the UK general election. The study shows a rise in split-screening behavior, with … Read the full press release

CMA CGM Unveils Zero-Emission E-Barge in Vietnam to Support Sustainable Inland Waterway Transport

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM Group has introduced a zero-emission electric barge in Vietnam, powered entirely by batteries and supported by a new solar farm at the Gemalink terminal. The e-barge will transport goods between Binh Duong and Cai Mep, reducing … Read the full press release

Neste Expands Sustainable Feedstock Offering with Co-Processed Neste RE for Polymers and Chemicals

(IN BRIEF) Neste has introduced co-processed Neste RE, a new renewable feedstock for the polymers and chemicals industry. Produced by co-processing renewable raw materials like used cooking oil with fossil crude oil at its Porvoo refinery, this feedstock offers a … Read the full press release

SGS Acquires CertX to Strengthen Digital Trust Expertise in Cybersecurity, AI, and Functional Safety

(IN BRIEF) SGS has acquired CertX, a cybersecurity, AI, and functional safety certification specialist, to strengthen its Digital Trust services in line with its Strategy 27 goal of generating CHF 200 million in incremental revenue by 2027. Founded in 2018 … Read the full press release

Riverty Partners with Parloa to Enhance Customer Experience with AI Voice Assistant

(IN BRIEF) Riverty has partnered with Parloa to deploy a 24/7, multilingual AI Voice Assistant for its debt collection services. The AI system is currently handling over 30% of inbound calls, with 15% of them resolved autonomously, reducing call handling … Read the full press release

Switzerland’s Untapped Wood Potential: Researchers Reveal Path to Sustainable Usage

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Empa and WSL have revealed significant opportunities to better utilize Switzerland’s wood resources, a key material for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Their study, part of the SCENE initiative, analyzed 2020 data and found that 40% … Read the full press release

Eviden Secures National Contract to Deploy C-ITS PKI for France’s Connected Mobility Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has been awarded a four-year contract by France’s Department for Transport Infrastructure and Mobility Services (DGITM) to deploy its IDnomic C-ITS PKI solution. Set for nationwide rollout in 2025, the system will … Read the full press release

Eviden’s Trustway Crypt2pay Selected by SalisPay & CredoPay to Secure Payment Processing Across the Middle East and India

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has partnered with SalisPay and CredoPay to integrate its Trustway Crypt2pay Hardware Security Module (HSM) into the CenterFirst payment platform. Operating across Oman, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and India, the solution ensures … Read the full press release

Lantmännen’s €100 Million Protein Plant to Feature Alfa Laval Technology in Sweden’s Groundbreaking Food Production Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Lantmännen is investing €100 million in a groundbreaking food production facility in Lidköping, Sweden, aimed at tackling the global protein gap. Set to begin operations in 2027, the plant will process 35,000 tonnes of yellow peas and 5,000 … Read the full press release

Schroders Wins Impact Investing Platform of the Year for Pioneering Multi-Asset Strategies and Rigorous Impact Management

(IN BRIEF) Schroders has been named Impact Investing Platform of the Year at the Environmental Finance Impact Awards, recognizing its outstanding impact management process and robust governance structure. As a leading active asset manager, Schroders has developed a comprehensive cross-asset … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €243 Million Green Loan to ERG Group for Renewable Energy Expansion in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €243 million green loan to ERG Group to support renewable energy projects in Italy, France, and Germany as part of ERG’s 2024-2026 Business Plan. The financing will fund three greenfield … Read the full press release

Germany Adopts National Strategy for Autonomous and Connected Driving with Kapsch TrafficCom Playing a Key Role

(IN BRIEF) Germany has adopted a national strategy for autonomous and connected driving, aiming to lead in modern mobility through Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) technology. C-ITS enables real-time communication between vehicles and infrastructure, improving traffic flow, prioritizing emergency vehicles, … Read the full press release

Louis Hachette Group Debuts on Euronext Growth Paris with €1.11 Billion Market Capitalisation

(IN BRIEF) Louis Hachette Group, a global leader in publishing, travel retail, and media, listed on Euronext Growth Paris on December 16, 2024, with a market capitalisation of €1.11 billion at an admission price of €1.12 per share. Employing 32,500 … Read the full press release