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Catalyzing Green Energy: EIB Commits €700 Million for Naturgy’s Power Network Upgrade in Spain

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €700 million loan to support the expansion and modernization of Naturgy’s electricity distribution network in Spain. The first tranche of €500 million has been signed in Madrid, and the project … Read the full press release

EIB Commits €500 Million in Landmark Investment to Eradicate Polio Globally

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a substantial investment of €500 million to support the eradication of polio in Africa and Asia. This landmark commitment was unveiled during a press conference in Brussels, signifying a historic partnership … Read the full press release

EIB Backs Dutch Climate Tech Battolyser Systems with €40 Million Investment for Green Hydrogen Production

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has sealed a €40 million financing agreement with Dutch climate tech scale-up Battolyser Systems. Supported by the InvestEU Fund guarantee, this investment will enable Battolyser Systems to expand its production facility in Rotterdam … Read the full press release

EIB, European Commission, and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Commit €1.1 Billion to Eradicate Polio and Advance Global Health Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission, the European Investment Bank (EIB), and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation have unveiled a groundbreaking financing partnership aimed at addressing global health challenges. The partnership, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and … Read the full press release

AXA Adopts New Accounting Standards for 9M22 Activity Indicators Reporting

(IN BRIEF) AXA has released its 9M22 activity indicators in accordance with the new accounting standards IFRS 17 and IFRS 9, which came into effect on January 1, 2023. These indicators include Gross Written Premiums & Other Revenues, New Business … Read the full press release

BASF Partners with Asahi Kasei’s ROICA Division to Produce Sustainable Stretch Fibers for Apparel

(IN BRIEF) BASF is supplying its biomass balanced tetrahydrofuran (THF BMB) to Asahi Kasei’s ROICA Division to produce sustainable stretch fibers under the ROICA™ brand. This collaboration aims to support the launch of a new sustainable apparel collection and achieve … Read the full press release

Intesa Sanpaolo’s ‘Italian Excellences 2023’ Highlights Italian Mid Corporates to International Investors in Paris

(IN BRIEF) The second edition of Intesa Sanpaolo’s “Italian Excellences 2023, Mid Corporate Conference” in Paris saw around 50 companies, primarily listed on the Euronext STAR Milan segment of Borsa Italiana, participating. The event, in collaboration with Borsa Italiana, attracted … Read the full press release

Digitalization Reshapes Insurance: Balancing Efficiency Gains and Emerging Risks

(IN BRIEF) The insurance industry is leveraging digitalization to monitor, mitigate, and price risks more efficiently, leading to tailored insurance solutions and increased protection. Swiss Re’s report highlights the potential for 3-8% improvements in loss ratios and 10-20% savings in … Read the full press release

Saab Secures SEK 970 Million Order to Enhance CV90 Combat Vehicle’s Targeting Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Saab has secured an order worth SEK 970 million from BAE Systems Hägglunds to provide sight- and fire control capability for the CV90 combat vehicle. The contract, spanning from 2023 to 2029, involves supplying this capability for CV90s … Read the full press release

Rio Tinto Boosts Australia-Japan Collaboration with $1.7 Million Investment in Innovation Fund

(IN BRIEF) Rio Tinto has pledged an additional A$1.7 million to the Australia-Japan Innovation Fund (AJIF) during the 60th Australia-Japan Annual Joint Business Conference in Melbourne. This funding will support research projects and strengthen collaboration between Australia and Japan in … Read the full press release

Skanska Secures £158 Million Contract with Telehouse for London Data Centre Project

(IN BRIEF) Skanska, a construction and development company, has announced a GBP 158 million contract with Telehouse for a data center project in Docklands, London, UK. The project encompasses mechanical and electrical fit-outs for two floors, additional plant and infrastructure … Read the full press release

AFRY Strengthens Sustainable Energy Solutions in Indonesia with Senior Environmental and Social Experts

(IN BRIEF) AFRY, a global consulting firm, has bolstered its environmental and social consulting business in Indonesia by welcoming a team of senior environmental, social, and sustainability experts. This strategic addition enhances AFRY’s position as a prominent international environmental and … Read the full press release

Almirall Partners with Centrient Pharmaceuticals to Establish Innovation Lab at R&D Center in Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) Almirall, a global biopharmaceutical company specializing in medical dermatology, has entered into an agreement with Centrient Pharmaceuticals, a leader in sustainable biosynthetic pharmaceuticals, to establish a dedicated innovation lab at Almirall’s R&D center in Sant Feliu de Llobregat, … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Groenbank Marks Five Years of Supporting Sustainable Business with Green Savings and Loans

(IN BRIEF) ABN AMRO Groenbank is celebrating its fifth anniversary in providing Green Savings Deposits and Green Loans. Launched in 2018, ABN AMRO Groenbank uses client savings from its Green Savings Deposit to help entrepreneurs transition to more sustainable business … Read the full press release

Ericsson and CTTC Collaborate on Research Projects to Advance 5G and 6G Network Slicing

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and the Centre Tecnològic de Telecommunications de Catalunya (CTTC) have formed a research partnership to address the challenges of massive network slicing in advanced 5G and 6G networks. This collaboration is part of the UNICO I+D program, … Read the full press release

VetPartners Set for Positive Transformation with EQT Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) EQT is set to acquire VetPartners, the largest provider of veterinary services in Australia and New Zealand, from National Veterinary Associates, Inc. Through this deal, EQT plans to support VetPartners’ clinical teams in delivering top-quality care to animals. … Read the full press release

AMAG Austria Metall Renews Multi-Year Supply Contract with Airbus, Expanding Market Share and Focusing on Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) AMAG Austria Metall AG has renewed its multi-year supply contract with Airbus. This contract renewal allows AMAG to increase its business volume due to rising aircraft production rates and a larger market share. AMAG will supply certified rolled … Read the full press release

EIF and Malta Ministry Collaborate to Inject €16.55 Million into Maltese SMEs

(IN BRIEF) In a collaborative effort between the European Investment Fund (EIF) and Malta’s Ministry of European Funds and Lands, €16.55 million will be provided to support small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Malta through the ‘Malta Member State Compartment.’ … Read the full press release

Bayer Invests $250 Million in Berkeley Cell Therapy Plant for Parkinson’s Disease Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Bayer has invested $250 million in a new cell therapy production plant in Berkeley, California, USA. This investment aims to support the production of materials for clinical trials and potential commercial launches of BlueRock Therapeutics’ bemdaneprocel (BRT-DA01), an … Read the full press release

Fujirebio and Sysmex Collaborate to Advance Immunoassay Technology and Global Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Fujirebio Holdings and Sysmex Corporation have entered into a Basic Agreement on Business Collaboration in the field of immunoassay. This collaboration will involve various aspects such as research and development, production, clinical development, and sales-marketing. Sysmex, known for … Read the full press release