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Scania Unveils the G38 Gearbox: A Powerful Partner for the 770 V8 Engine

(IN BRIEF) Scania has introduced its latest gearbox, the G38, specifically designed to complement its powerful 770 horsepower V8 engine. The G38 gearbox can handle up to 3,800 Nm of torque while maintaining the same weight and dimensions as its … Read the full press release

Wolters Kluwer Launches Innovative Tool to Bridge Nursing Education and Clinical Practice

(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer Health has introduced Lippincott Client Cases for Clinical Judgment, a new learning tool designed to enhance nursing education by bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world clinical practice. The tool offers over 300 patient scenarios … Read the full press release

Humber Ports Reinforce Leadership in UK Seafood Imports, Show Significant Growth

(IN BRIEF) The Humber ports, including Grimsby, Immingham, and Hull, have solidified their position as the UK’s leading hub for seafood imports, handling 41.6% of the nation’s fish imports and showing a 10.5% growth year-on-year. Grimsby remains central to the … Read the full press release

ABP and px Group Unveil Clean Growth Hub at Port of Barry to Drive Low-Carbon Industrial Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports (ABP) and px Group have announced the launch of a Clean Growth Hub at the Port of Barry in South Wales. The initiative aims to transform over 100 acres of the port into a hub … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Strengthens Global Leadership in Sustainability with Continued FTSE4Good Index Inclusion

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has once again secured its place in the prestigious FTSE4Good index, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. The company, led by Ignacio Galán, has maintained its position in the index since 2009, demonstrating strong … Read the full press release

VINCI Energies Expands Cybersecurity Capabilities with Acquisition of Fernao Group

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Energies has acquired Fernao Group, a leading cybersecurity services provider in Germany and Switzerland. This strategic move will enhance VINCI Energies’ Axians brand by expanding its expertise in cybersecurity, IT services, and cloud solutions. Fernao Group, with … Read the full press release

Switzerland Embraces Instant Payments Across Financial Institutions

(IN BRIEF) Switzerland launched instant payments on 20 August 2024, with around 60 financial institutions now able to process these transactions, covering over 95% of Swiss retail payments. Instant payments allow for immediate account-to-account transfers, 24/7, offering significant benefits such … Read the full press release

James Hiatt Joins Savills to Strengthen Central London Investment Team in 2025

(IN BRIEF) Savills has announced the appointment of James Hiatt as a Director in its Central London Investment team, with Hiatt set to join in 2025 after a period of gardening leave. Hiatt, who brings over 17 years of experience … Read the full press release

Thales and LTTS Partner to Revolutionize Software Monetization with Sentinel Platform

(IN BRIEF) Thales and L&T Technology Services (LTTS) have expanded their long-standing partnership to enhance software monetization across various industries, including hi-tech, sustainability, and mobility. The collaboration will utilize Thales’s Sentinel software licensing platform, enabling LTTS’s customers to implement flexible … Read the full press release

Stora Enso and Enkei Collaborate on Sustainable Packaging Solution for Designer Lamps

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has partnered with Swedish startup Enkei to develop an innovative and sustainable packaging solution for Enkei’s designer table lamp, Reminder (001). The packaging, made from Stora Enso’s biodegradable and recyclable materials, Papira® foam and corrugated board, … Read the full press release

Symrise Expands Shanghai Facility, Boosting Production Efficiency and Market Presence

(IN BRIEF) Symrise has completed the expansion of its food and beverage (F&B) powder blending facility in Jinqiao, Shanghai, marking a significant step in enhancing its production capabilities and operational efficiency. The new state-of-the-art blender in the seasoning plant increases … Read the full press release

EQT Partners with Compass to Accelerate Global Expansion and Innovation in EdTech

(IN BRIEF) EQT, a global investment firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Compass, a leading K-12 education software company. The partnership aims to accelerate Compass’s growth, enhance its platform, and support its international expansion. With over 3,000 schools already … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Re-enters USD SSA Markets with $5 Billion 5-Year Global Benchmark Bond

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has successfully re-entered the USD bond market with a new $5 billion 5-year Global benchmark bond, offering a 3.750% semi-annual coupon. This issuance, which brings EIB’s total USD issuance for the year to … Read the full press release

BASF Launches Inaugural Care 360° Sustainability Days to Drive Industry Collaboration on Net-Zero Goals

(IN BRIEF) BASF is launching its first Care 360° Sustainability Days, a virtual event from September 17-19, 2024, aimed at fostering collaboration with industry leaders in the Personal Care, Home Care, I&I, and Industrial Formulators sectors. The event will focus … Read the full press release

Carbon-Capturing Partnership: Borealis and Infinium Launch Low-Carbon Plastics Revolution

(IN BRIEF) Borealis and Infinium have formed a strategic partnership to produce low-carbon plastics using Infinium’s eNaphtha, a sustainable feedstock made from captured CO2 emissions. This collaboration aims to reduce the carbon footprint of polyolefins, a type of plastic widely … Read the full press release

Siemens Debuts Eco-Friendly Control Cabinets with 70% Lower CO₂ Emissions

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Smart Infrastructure has launched the SIVACON 8MF1, the first industrial control cabinets made entirely from green steel. Produced by Alpha Verteilertechnik in Germany, these cabinets are manufactured using 100% scrap metal and wind power, resulting in a … Read the full press release

Škoda Elroq Pioneers Eco-Friendly Interiors with Advanced Recycled Materials

(IN BRIEF) Škoda has unveiled its new Elroq vehicle, which emphasizes sustainability through the use of advanced, eco-friendly materials in its interior design. The Elroq incorporates innovative materials such as Recytitan, made from recycled PET and post-consumer clothing, and Technofil, … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Strengthens German Solar Ambitions with Strategic Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp has partnered with German renewable energy developer Kajoni Energie GmbH to accelerate its growth in Germany by developing over 500MWp of solar projects within the next two to three years. This collaboration will focus on identifying … Read the full press release

Innovative Mobility Study in Eastern Switzerland Explores Integration of Public Transport with E-Bikes and E-Scooters

(IN BRIEF) A pioneering research project in Eastern Switzerland, led by the Institute for Mobility (IMO-HSG) and partnered with OSTWIND, TIER, SBB, and local authorities, is exploring the integration of public transport with shared micromobility options like e-bikes and e-scooters. … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Praised for Driving Economic Growth and Innovation in New Jobs Foundation Report

(IN BRIEF) A new report by the Jobs Foundation highlights Loughborough University’s significant contributions to the local economy through business creation, job growth, and regional development. The report showcases the University’s role in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly through its … Read the full press release