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R&S Group and VT5 Make History with First Swiss SPAC on SIX Exchange

(IN BRIEF) R&S Group Holding AG (“R&S Group”) has successfully listed its shares on SIX Swiss Exchange with the ticker symbol RSGN. The initial market capitalization reached approximately CHF 267 million, with 25,901,413 registered shares issued at CHF 0.10 per … Read the full press release

VINCI’s Spanish Subsidiary Cobra IS Outlines Ambitious Growth Plans for Renewable Energy

(IN BRIEF) VINCI held a Capital Markets Day in Madrid dedicated to its Spanish subsidiary, Cobra IS, aiming to provide detailed insights into its business activities. Cobra IS specializes in a wide array of flow business activities and complex EPC … Read the full press release

EnBW’s Insolvency Plan for bmp greengas GmbH Approved by Creditors, Acquisition by VNG H&V Ensures Stable Future

(IN BRIEF) EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG has received a broad majority approval from creditors for the insolvency plan of biomethane trader bmp greengas GmbH. EnBW, the sole bidder, submitted a binding offer in October to fund the insolvency plan, which … Read the full press release

Voith Group Achieves Robust Performance Amidst Challenging Environment, Prioritizes Sustainability and Growth

(IN BRIEF) The Voith Group has demonstrated resilience and achieved strong results during the 2022/23 fiscal year, navigating a challenging economic environment successfully. The company reported positive growth across key performance indicators, with orders received surpassing expectations at €6.14 billion, … Read the full press release

Singapore’s Trust Bank Partners with Thales to Launch Eco-Friendly Ocean Plastic® Payment Card

(IN BRIEF) Trust, Singapore’s first digitally-native bank, has achieved rapid growth since its launch in September 2022, with over 600,000 customers within one year, making it one of the world’s fastest-growing digital banks. In its commitment to environmental sustainability, Trust … Read the full press release

Thales Awarded Contract to Supply Advanced GM400α Radar System to Royal Malaysian Air Force

(IN BRIEF) Thales has been awarded a contract to supply the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) with the GM400α long-range radar system, including complete station infrastructure. The award ceremony, attended by the Ministers of Defence of Malaysia and France, followed … Read the full press release

Austria’s Comprehensive Air Defense Modernization Contract Awarded to Rheinmetall for €532 Million

(IN BRIEF) Austria’s Ministry of Defence has awarded Rheinmetall a contract worth €532 million (excluding value-added tax) for the comprehensive modernization of its existing Skyguard air defense systems, as part of its “Mission Forward” rearmament program. This ambitious project includes … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval and WinGD Forge Partnership to Accelerate Ammonia-Fueled Engine Development for Carbon-Free Shipping

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval, a leading provider of separation and fluid handling solutions, is teaming up with Swiss engine designer WinGD to advance the development of ammonia as a future fuel for marine vessels. As part of their ongoing ammonia … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Over 22 Million Shares as Part of €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced that it repurchased 22,450,729 shares during the week of December 4 to December 8, 2023, as part of its €2.5 billion share buyback program initiated on November 2, 2023. These shares were acquired at an … Read the full press release

DreamLab App Harnesses Smartphone Power to Create Accurate Tropical Cyclone Maps

(IN BRIEF) Scientists at Imperial College London have partnered with the Vodafone Foundation’s DreamLab app to create the world’s first accurate tropical cyclone maps. These maps, made freely available to the public, help visualize areas at risk of tropical cyclones … Read the full press release

BASF Launches Irgastab® PUR 71: A Sustainable and High-Performance Anti-Scorch Solution

(IN BRIEF) BASF has introduced Irgastab® PUR 71, an innovative anti-scorch solution designed to meet regulatory standards and deliver exceptional performance without the use of aromatic amines, addressing the limitations of conventional additives. In the manufacturing of polyurethane foams, the … Read the full press release

EBRD Launches €200 Million Youth in Business Program to Boost Entrepreneurship in Central Asia

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is taking steps to tackle youth unemployment and promote entrepreneurship in Central Asia by introducing a seven-year, €200 million (US$218 million) Youth in Business program. This initiative aims to provide … Read the full press release

Azerbaijani Furniture Maker Foriella Grows and Innovates with EBRD Support

(IN BRIEF) In Azerbaijan, furniture manufacturer Foriella, led by Owner and Director Farman Islamli, is harnessing innovation and quality craftsmanship to expand its presence in domestic and international markets. Seeking assistance from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), … Read the full press release

EBRD Partners with Housing Bank to Promote Green Investment in Jordan

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is facilitating environmentally friendly investment in Jordan through its Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF) by granting a $15 million (€13.8 million) loan to the Housing Bank (HBTF). This funding package … Read the full press release

EIB Commits €100 Million to Boost Affordable and Sustainable Housing in Rostock

(IN BRIEF) In a significant development, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €100 million loan to support WIRO Wohnen in Rostock Wohnungsgesellschaft mbH, the municipal housing company in Rostock, Germany. This funding will aid WIRO in constructing 561 … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Provides €70 Million to Enhance Elderly Care Facilities of Vivium Zorggroep

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €70 million loan agreement with Stichting Vivium Zorggroep to support the organization’s investment plans until 2030. Vivium plans to modernize its building management approach, adapt its facilities for new care … Read the full press release

Airbus SE Announces Share Buyback Transactions to Support Employee Share Ownership Plan

(IN BRIEF) Airbus SE has reported a series of share buyback transactions as part of its ongoing share buyback program, initiated on November 20, 2023. The purpose of this program is to partially fund Airbus’ Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP). … Read the full press release

Accenture to Partner with Commercial Bank of Dubai on Technology Transformation Program

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has signed a strategic agreement with the Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) to support its technology transformation program, aiming to enhance its banking services for both personal and business customers. Under the agreement, Accenture will establish a … Read the full press release

Realisaprint.com Makes World’s First Post-Beta Installation of RICOH Pro Z75 B2 Inkjet Press

(IN BRIEF) French online printer Realisaprint.com has become the world’s first company to install the RICOH Pro Z75 B2 perfecting sheetfed inkjet platform after its successful beta testing at Heeter in America. Founded in 2007, Realisaprint.com offers commercial printing services … Read the full press release

ABB Partners with Gravitricity to Advance Gravity Energy Storage in Abandoned Mines

(IN BRIEF) ABB has entered into an agreement with Gravitricity, a UK-based gravity energy storage company, to collaborate on the development and implementation of gravity energy storage systems in disused mines. Gravitricity’s innovative GraviStore system utilizes heavy weights in underground … Read the full press release