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University of Exeter Launches Creative Quadrant to Foster Entrepreneurship and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has inaugurated the Creative Quadrant (CQ), a new space within the University of Exeter Business School designed to inspire budding entrepreneurs and cultivate contemporary business skills among students. The CQ encourages students to engage … Read the full press release

EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo Collaborate on €100m Loan to Promote Green Transition in Italian Public Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Intesa Sanpaolo have entered into an agreement for a €100 million loan to facilitate the green transition of the public sector and publicly owned companies in Italy. This initiative marks the first … Read the full press release

Bosch Ventures and Partners Invest Over $500 Million in AI Startup Aleph Alpha to Advance Generative AI

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Ventures, in collaboration with the Schwarz Group and the Innovation Park AI (Ipai), is leading a Series B investment round in the AI startup Aleph Alpha, raising more than $500 million in funding. This funding will enable … Read the full press release

NatWest Enhances Virtual Assistant ‘Cora’ with Generative AI for Improved Customer Engagement

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) NatWest, in collaboration with IBM, has announced updates to its virtual assistant, Cora, utilizing generative AI to provide customers with an expanded range of information through conversational interactions. This innovation makes NatWest one of the first banks in … Read the full press release

Eni and Saipem Join Forces to Develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Biofuel Production

(IN BRIEF) Eni and Saipem have entered into an agreement to advance the development of biorefining technologies, aligning with their decarbonization objectives. The agreement focuses on exploring the construction of plants for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (biojet) and … Read the full press release

Corporate Heroes: Businesses Rally to Support Ukraine Amidst Geopolitical Turmoil

(IN BRIEF) Despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and geopolitical uncertainties, numerous companies from both Ukraine and around the world have demonstrated remarkable support by offering financial, material, and essential resources to aid the Ukrainian government and its people. This … Read the full press release

EBRD Commits $100 Million to İşbank for Earthquake Recovery and Women-Led SMEs in Türkiye

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is extending $100 million in financing to Türkiye İş Bankası (İşbank), Türkiye’s largest private bank, to support earthquake recovery efforts in the south-eastern region of Türkiye and empower women-led small … Read the full press release

Finnish Researchers Investigate Medication Discontinuation Success in Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia Patients

(IN BRIEF) Researchers in Finland have conducted a study to understand why some chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) patients can safely discontinue their daily medication. CML is a type of blood cancer, and targeted drugs have significantly improved patient outcomes. However, … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Framework Agreement to Enhance Sweden’s Electricity Distribution Network for Renewable Energy Integration

(IN BRIEF) AFRY, a prominent player in industry, energy, and infrastructure, has been awarded a significant framework agreement with Vattenfall Eldistribution, one of Sweden’s largest Distribution System Operators (DSOs). Under this agreement, AFRY will provide a range of technical consulting … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €100 Million Loan to Intesa Sanpaolo to Boost Green Transition in Italy’s Public Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed an agreement with Intesa Sanpaolo to provide a €100 million loan aimed at supporting the green transition of the public sector and publicly owned companies in Italy. This partnership marks the … Read the full press release

Alstom Collaborates with Helwan University’s Faculty of Fine Arts to Envision Egypt’s Future Mobility Through Art

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility solutions, is partnering with the Faculty of Fine Arts at Helwan University as part of its participation in the TransMEA Expo. This innovative collaboration merges artistry and public engagement to imagine … Read the full press release

EQT Infrastructure to Acquire Statera Energy, Boosting UK’s Flexible Energy Generation and Storage

(IN BRIEF) EQT Infrastructure has announced its acquisition of Statera Energy Limited from InfraRed Capital Partners, a move that aligns with the evolving landscape of the UK’s energy sector. As the country shifts towards decarbonization and increased electrification, the role … Read the full press release

Traditional Craftsmanship Workshop Joins Maison Boucheron for High Jewelry Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Boucheron, a prominent luxury jewelry brand, has expanded its High Jewelry expertise by acquiring a well-regarded workshop known for its traditional craftsmanship. Located near Place Vendôme in Paris, this strategic acquisition enhances Maison Boucheron’s production capacity for High … Read the full press release

Franck Oniga Named CEO of Sofinco as Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance Pursues Growth Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance has announced the appointment of Franck Oniga as the Chief Executive Officer of Sofinco and a member of the Group Executive Committee, effective from January 8, 2024. Oniga will report to Stéphane Priami, CEO … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Unveils Eco-Friendly Brewing Solutions at BrauBeviale 2023

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval, a leading provider of heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling products, is set to debut a range of innovative eco-friendly solutions at BrauBeviale 2023 in Nuremberg, Germany. These groundbreaking offerings aim to empower beer producers to … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Subsidiary PASM Signs 100 MW Offshore Wind Power Purchase Agreement with EnBW

(IN BRIEF) Power and Air Condition Solution Management GmbH (PASM), a subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG, has expanded its renewable energy portfolio by signing a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with energy group EnBW. Under this PPA, PASM will procure … Read the full press release

Spectral Secures Investment from ABN AMRO’s Sustainable Impact Fund to Advance Clean Energy Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Spectral, a company specializing in the integration of energy and information technologies, has secured a significant investment from ABN AMRO’s Sustainable Impact Fund (SIF). The fund, which focuses on supporting impact-driven companies seeking both social and financial returns, … Read the full press release

Lenzing Group Reports Q3 2023 Results Amidst Challenging Market Conditions

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group, a global supplier of specialty fibers for textiles and nonwovens, has reported its Q3 2023 results, reflecting ongoing challenges in the market. The company’s revenue for the first three quarters of the year decreased by … Read the full press release

Ricoh and Siemens Collaborate to Advance Industrial Aluminium Binder Jetting for Mass Production

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh Company, Ltd. and Siemens Digital Industries Software have entered into a collaboration to develop industrial aluminium Binder Jetting (BJT) for serial mass production. This innovative additive manufacturing technique utilizes Ricoh’s inkjet printing technology to create complex-shaped metal … Read the full press release

CUPRA Expands to Paris with Inaugural City Garage, Showcasing Electric SUV

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, the Spanish automaker, has made its mark in Paris by opening its first CUPRA City Garage on the prestigious Boulevard de la Madeleine. The new City Garage, celebrated with an event featuring French pastry chef Jeffrey Cagnes … Read the full press release