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VINCI Concessions Seals Landmark Acquisition of Denver’s Northwest Parkway

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Concessions, through its subsidiary VINCI Highways, has completed the purchase of NWP HoldCo LLC, securing full ownership of Northwest Parkway, a crucial 14 km tolled segment of the Denver ring road in Colorado, USA, for approximately $1.2 … Read the full press release

Svenska kraftnät Awards AFRY Contract for Strengthening Transmission Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Svenska kraftnät, the Swedish state-owned enterprise, is embarking on an ambitious project called NordSyd to enhance the transmission network between electricity areas 2 and 3, aimed at facilitating the energy transition. AFRY has secured the contract for constructing … Read the full press release

Philips Museum Launches Interactive AI Exhibition: brAInpower

(IN BRIEF) The Philips Museum in Eindhoven, Netherlands, is set to unveil its new exhibition, ‘brAInpower,’ on April 20th, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact, particularly in healthcare. Through interactive elements, rare collection pieces, and informative videos, visitors … Read the full press release

Modern Weather Models Revolutionize Satellite Movement Predictions

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research (INAR) at the University of Helsinki have discovered that modern weather models accurately predict the energy emitted and reflected by the Earth, affecting the movements of low Earth-orbiting … Read the full press release

Maersk Enhances ME2 Ocean Service, Expanding Reach to North Europe Ports

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has announced a significant upgrade to its ME2 ocean service, now including port calls to key destinations in North Europe such as Rotterdam, Felixstowe, and Bremerhaven. This strategic extension aims to benefit North … Read the full press release

Advancements in Causal Machine Learning Poised to Revolutionize Medical Diagnostics and Therapy, Researchers Say

(IN BRIEF) An international research group, led by Professor Stefan Feuerriegel from LMU, is pioneering the application of causal machine learning (ML) in medical diagnostics and therapy. Published in Nature Medicine, their study asserts that causal ML has the potential … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Awarded £1.3m to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance in Fleming Fund Partner Countries

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has secured £1.3m in funding to support the UK Government’s Fleming Fund Fellowship Programme, aimed at addressing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in partner countries. Led by Professor Alison Holmes, the program will provide mentorship and … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Partners with Kenyan Government to Combat Household Air Pollution

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has joined forces with government stakeholders in Kenya to launch a groundbreaking initiative aimed at tackling the adverse health effects of household air pollution (HAP). Through the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the TABLE-HAP program … Read the full press release

UK Ministry of Defence Enhances Fleet Efficiency with Airbus H145 Helicopter Order

(IN BRIEF) The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has placed an order for six Airbus H145 helicopters, marking a strategic move towards fleet modernization and consolidation. These helicopters, designated for deployment in Cyprus and Brunei, will replace existing Airbus Pumas, … Read the full press release

Uniper Revives Düsseldorf Marathon: Return of City’s Premier Event Draws Global Attention

(IN BRIEF) The Düsseldorf Marathon, sponsored by international energy company Uniper, is set to make a triumphant return to the city on April 27, 2025, after a hiatus of six years. With Uniper’s support and the full organizational reins taken … Read the full press release

RIZON Drives Electric Innovation: Daimler Truck’s New Brand Debuts Battery-Electric Trucks in Canada

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck’s latest brand, RIZON, announces the Canadian launch of its battery-electric Class 4-5 trucks, marking a significant step towards electrification in the transportation sector. With its debut at Truck World in Toronto and preorders opening in June … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ and Trinity Touch Forge Strategic Alliance to Fortify Solar Power Sector

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, an international technology group, and Trinity Touch Pvt. Ltd., a leading provider of electrical monitoring solutions for solar power plants, have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing efficiency and security in the solar energy … Read the full press release

Lithuania’s Rail Revolution: EIB, NIB, and LTG Link Spearhead Electric Train Fleet Renewal

(IN BRIEF) In a landmark move towards sustainable transportation, the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link have sealed a financing deal to procure electric and battery-powered trains. With loans totaling €200 million, nine electric … Read the full press release

EIB and Ukraine Forge Strategic Partnership for Reconstruction and Growth

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Government of Ukraine have solidified a strategic collaboration to bolster Ukraine’s reconstruction, recovery, and integration with the EU. This partnership, marked by a new memorandum of understanding (MoU), pledges €560 million … Read the full press release

Bosch Maintains Growth Trajectory Amidst Challenging Economic Landscape

(IN BRIEF) Despite facing a challenging economic climate, the Bosch Group showcased growth and profitability in the 2023 business year. With sales reaching 91.6 billion euros and an EBIT margin from operations up by 5.3 percent year-on-year, the company is … Read the full press release

Barclays and LTA Join Forces to Serve Up Free Park Tennis Across Britain

(IN BRIEF) Barclays and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) have launched a new five-year partnership aimed at getting 150,000 people playing tennis more regularly in parks across Britain. Through the initiative “Barclays Free Park Tennis,” free volunteer-led tennis sessions will … Read the full press release

Munich Re Revamps Leadership Structure to Strengthen Regional Underwriting in Asia Pacific & Africa

(IN BRIEF) Munich Re announces strategic changes to its leadership structure in Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APAC MEA), aimed at bolstering its in-market Underwriting capabilities and refining its regional divisions. The revised setup will prioritize stronger local Underwriting … Read the full press release

Siemens Unveils Groundbreaking Innovations for Sustainable Industrial Transformation at Hannover Messe 2024

(IN BRIEF) At Hannover Messe 2024, Siemens unveils an array of cutting-edge technologies aimed at fostering sustainable transformation in the industrial sector. Among the highlights are the integration of Siemens Industrial Copilot into various industries, showcased in collaboration with partners … Read the full press release

Siemens Unveils Electrification X: Revolutionizing Infrastructure Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Smart Infrastructure has introduced Electrification X, the latest addition to its Xcelerator portfolio, aiming to revolutionize the transformation of electrification infrastructure. Building upon the success of Building X and Gridscale X, Electrification X offers scalable IoT SaaS … Read the full press release

Škoda Unveils Vision Gran Turismo Concept Car: Fusion of Tradition and Modernity

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is set to debut its latest innovation, the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo concept car, in a digital world premiere on April 24th at 18:00 CEST. Broadcasting live from Prague’s PLAYzone Arena, the event will showcase Škoda’s … Read the full press release