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Dürr Introduces Industry-First EcoQPower Paint Shop, Reducing Carbon Footprint by 19.2%

(IN BRIEF) Dürr introduces the EcoQPower paint shop system, designed to significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions in automotive manufacturing. Developed in compliance with EU Taxonomy standards, the system optimizes energy utilization throughout the paint shop process, resulting in … Read the full press release

French Industry Leaders Launch Biotech Open Platform to Drive Innovation in Precision Fermentation

(IN BRIEF) French industry giants Danone and Michelin, in collaboration with American start-up DMC Biotechnologies and Crédit Agricole Centre France, announce the establishment of the Biotech Open Platform. This pioneering initiative aims to accelerate the development of precision fermentation processes, … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole’s CA Auto Bank Unveils Comprehensive Sustainability Plan, Targets Electric Mobility Surge by 2026

(IN BRIEF) CA Auto Bank, a subsidiary of Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility, unveils its ambitious 2024-2026 Sustainability Plan, aiming to drive ethical profits while championing sustainability across its operations. Anchored by four strategic pillars – Sustainable Mobility, Innovation … Read the full press release

Metsä Group Collaborates with ANDRITZ to Pave the Way for Carbon Capture Integration in Bioproduct Mill

(IN BRIEF) Metsä Group and ANDRITZ are pioneering the integration of carbon capture technology within a bioproduct mill, marking a global first in sustainable forestry practices. This strategic collaboration aims to seamlessly incorporate carbon capture modules into the mill’s operations, … Read the full press release

Bonprix Achieves Milestone in Digital Transformation with SAP BW/4HANA Integration

(IN BRIEF) Bonprix, a leading international fashion company, has successfully implemented SAP BW/4HANA and SAP Datasphere solutions, marking a significant step in its digital transformation journey. With a dynamic multi-cloud data landscape now in place, Bonprix aims to streamline operations, … Read the full press release

Countdown to Demerger: Cargotec Eyes June Registration, July Trading for Kalmar Shares

(IN BRIEF) Cargotec Corporation’s demerger plan, approved on February 1, 2024, is set to split its Kalmar business area into a new entity, Kalmar Corporation. Shareholders will receive demerger consideration in the form of new shares in Kalmar. Cargotec has … Read the full press release

Bolstering Cloud Security: Swisscom Launches Two Cutting-Edge Services for Businesses

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom introduces two new cloud security services, Cloud Security Governance and Cloud Security Protection, to address mounting concerns over data protection and compliance in the public cloud. These services aim to provide transparency, continuous monitoring, and real-time vulnerability … Read the full press release

SAS and Maxwell Centre at University of Cambridge Forge Groundbreaking Collaboration in Healthcare Innovation

(IN BRIEF) SAS and the Maxwell Centre at the University of Cambridge are teaming up to propel healthcare innovation with advanced analytics. This partnership aims to integrate SAS expertise and its SAS® Viya® data and AI platform into the University’s … Read the full press release

SAS Survey Reveals Barriers to GenAI Implementation in UK & Ireland

(IN BRIEF) The survey conducted by Coleman Parkes Research Ltd. for SAS in the UK & Ireland reveals a strong enthusiasm for generative AI (GenAI) among decision-makers, with 62% of organizations initiating its implementation. However, this enthusiasm is tempered by … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Partners with Wood on $46M Contract to Enhance Energy Sustainability in Iraq

(IN BRIEF) Wood secures a $46 million contract over three years from TotalEnergies to provide engineering and consulting services for the Associated Gas Upstream Project in Iraq. The project aims to recover flared gas in the Basra region and includes … Read the full press release

Brazilian Pulp Giant Suzano Enters Partnership with Lenzing Group in Share Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group announces a significant partnership as its main shareholder, B&C Group, and Brazilian pulp producer Suzano S/A sign a long-term agreement regarding Lenzing’s majority stake. Suzano will acquire a 15 percent stake from B&C Group, marking … Read the full press release

University of Helsinki Study Uncovers Alarming Link Between Periodontitis and Stroke in Younger Individuals

(IN BRIEF) A recent study led by the University of Helsinki reveals a concerning link between periodontitis and stroke risk in individuals under 50 years old without known predisposing factors. The severity of periodontitis correlates with the severity of stroke, … Read the full press release

Henkel Expands IIoT Offerings with Cutting-Edge Equipment Monitoring and Leak Detection Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Henkel expands its IIoT Loctite Pulse portfolio with two innovative solutions, Smart Rotating Equipment Monitoring and Smart Pipes and Tanks Leak Detection, aimed at enhancing industrial operations’ reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. Leveraging advanced sensor technology and over 70 … Read the full press release

EIF and MDB Collaboration to Foster Economic Development and Job Creation in Malta

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF), in collaboration with the Malta Development Bank (MDB), is set to provide guarantees totaling €20 million to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and small mid-caps in Malta. These guarantees, backed by InvestEU, … Read the full press release

Alstom to Revolutionize Bengaluru Metro with Advanced CBTC Signalling System

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart mobility solutions, has secured a significant contract with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) for Phase 2 expansion. Valued at 96.2 million euros, the contract includes implementing a fully automated CBTC signalling system … Read the full press release

Dispatch, Eneco Collaborate on Groundbreaking Battery Energy Storage System for Renewable Energy in Dordrecht, Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Dutch battery developer Dispatch is embarking on a groundbreaking project to construct the Netherlands’ largest stand-alone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Dordrecht. This 45MW/90MWh utility-scale BESS aims to store surplus energy from renewable sources for grid stabilization, … Read the full press release

Skanska Sells Hørkær Have Project in Denmark to NREP for DKK 737M

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has sold the Hørkær Have multi-family rental project in Herlev, Denmark, to NREP for DKK 737 million. The project, spanning 22,720 square meters, will feature 264 rental apartments with associated parking spaces, all equipped for electric car … Read the full press release

Merck’s Darmstadt Expansion: New €62 Million Facility to Elevate Quality Standards in Life Science

(IN BRIEF) Merck is investing €62 million in a new quality control facility at its Darmstadt headquarters as part of a larger €1.5 billion investment program. Scheduled for completion by mid-2025, the state-of-the-art facility will consolidate 135 employees into a … Read the full press release

Caldic’s Nordic Expansion: Partners with AFRY for New Facility in Jägersro to Boost Sustainable Ingredient Production

(IN BRIEF) Caldic, a global ingredient provider, is consolidating its Nordic factories and headquarters into a new facility in Jägersro, Sweden, with a focus on sustainability. AFRY, having delivered initial designs, is tasked with implementing production processes for the new … Read the full press release

Banking on Climate Resilience: BIS and MAS Launch Project Viridis to Navigate Financial Risks

(IN BRIEF) Project Viridis, a collaborative effort between the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), introduces a groundbreaking blueprint for integrating regulatory frameworks with climate data to address climate-related financial risks. The initiative, outlined … Read the full press release