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Vattenfall Advances Seabird Tracking with AI Technology at Aberdeen Offshore Wind Farm

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has initiated a groundbreaking trial at the Aberdeen Bay Offshore Wind Farm, employing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to track seabird movements. Developed by Norwegian Spoor, this AI technology precisely monitors the 3D flight paths of birds near … Read the full press release

Lenzing Achieves EU Ecolabel Certification for Indonesian Fibers, Reinforces Commitment to Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group, a leading provider of specialty cellulose fibers for textiles and nonwoven industries, has attained certification from the prestigious EU Ecolabel for its fibers produced at the Indonesian facility in Purwakarta (PT. South Pacific Viscose). This … Read the full press release

EIF Invests €40 Million in Blume Equity to Boost European Climate Tech Startups

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) is injecting €40 million into Blume Equity, a leading European climate tech growth fund, with support from the InvestEU program. This investment, one of EIF’s largest in a first-time growth-stage fund, aims to … Read the full press release

EIB President Werner Hoyer Urges Equitable Climate Action at UNGA

(IN BRIEF) At the 78th General Assembly of the United Nations (UNGA), EIB President Werner Hoyer emphasized the importance of ambitious climate action and global development partnerships. Speaking at the Climate Ambition Summit, President Hoyer highlighted the economic potential of … Read the full press release

New Names Revealed for Vestide/Woonbedrijf’s Student Housing Buildings on TU/e Campus

(IN BRIEF) The names of three new student housing buildings, comprising a total of 735 units on the TU/e campus, have been unveiled by Roy Beijnsberger, General Director/Board Member of Woonbedrijf, and Robert-Jan Smits, President of the TU/e Executive Board. … Read the full press release

Merck Forms AI-Driven Drug Discovery Collaborations with BenevolentAI and Exscientia

(IN BRIEF) Merck, a prominent science and technology company, has announced strategic drug discovery collaborations with AI technology firms BenevolentAI and Exscientia. These partnerships aim to leverage AI-driven design and discovery capabilities to advance research efforts in key therapeutic areas, … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Begins Production of Advanced Synthetic Filter Media in South Korea

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has initiated the production of new synthetic filter media at its Huyn-Poong plant in South Korea, marking its first commercial orders for these materials. The newly produced filter media, which are calendered and embossed, offer extended filter … Read the full press release

Landis+Gyr Collaborates with Atlante to Expand EV Charging Infrastructure in Southern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Landis+Gyr, a prominent provider of integrated energy management solutions, has entered into an agreement with Atlante, a subsidiary of the NHOA Group specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The partnership aims to enhance EV charging capabilities across … Read the full press release

Jos Dijsselhof, CEO of SIX, Elected as Vice Chairman of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE)

(IN BRIEF) Jos Dijsselhof, the CEO of SIX, has been unanimously elected as the new Vice Chairman of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) during its Annual Meeting. He will serve a two-year term in this role. Previously, Dijsselhof held … Read the full press release

Infineon Collaborates with Infypower to Boost EV Charging Efficiency with SiC Power Semiconductors

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has partnered with Infypower, a prominent Chinese new energy vehicle charging company, to enhance the efficiency of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Infineon will supply Infypower with its industry-leading 1200 V CoolSiC™ MOSFET power semiconductor devices, … Read the full press release

UniCredit Plans €2.5 Billion Share Buy-Back as Part of 2023 Distribution Strategy

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit S.p.A. has announced its intention to launch a tranche of its 2023 share buy-back program, with a maximum value of €2.5 billion. The bank cites its strong capital levels, robust financial performance, solid asset quality, and lower … Read the full press release

Alexion and AstraZeneca Acquire Rare Disease Gene Therapy Portfolio from Pfizer for $1 Billion

(IN BRIEF) Alexion, in collaboration with AstraZeneca Rare Disease, has finalized an agreement to acquire a collection of preclinical rare disease gene therapy programs and related technologies from Pfizer Inc. This strategic move combines the expertise of Alexion and AstraZeneca … Read the full press release

ORLEN and Northland Power Secure Financing for Baltic Power Wind Farm

(IN BRIEF) The ORLEN Group and Northland Power have signed credit facility agreements with a syndicate of 25 Polish and international financial institutions to finance the Baltic Power project, the first wind farm to be constructed in Polish waters of … Read the full press release

Coventry City Council and E.ON Launch Pioneering 15-Year Partnership to Boost Carbon Reduction and Local Economy

(IN BRIEF) Coventry City Council has embarked on a unique 15-year partnership with E.ON, designating the energy company as the city’s Strategic Energy Partner. This groundbreaking initiative aims to revolutionize energy usage in Coventry by prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion … Read the full press release

DHL and Formula 1® Biofuel Trucks Slash Carbon Emissions by 83% During European Leg of 2023 Championship

(IN BRIEF) DHL and Formula 1® have achieved an impressive 83% reduction in carbon emissions during the European leg of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship by using a new fleet of trucks powered by HVO100 biofuel. These trucks, … Read the full press release

Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile Make History with First Space-Based 5G Voice Call

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile have achieved a groundbreaking milestone by completing the world’s first space-based 5G voice call. The successful call was made from Hawaii to a Vodafone engineer in Spain using a standard Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone … Read the full press release

Telekom and RTL Deutschland Launch “5G Live Video Production” Service

(IN BRIEF) Telekom and RTL Deutschland have introduced the “5G Live Video Production” service, which enables stable broadcasting for live events using 5G standalone and network slicing technologies. This service allows TV teams to transmit live HD video streams reliably … Read the full press release

ING Completes Share Buyback Program by Repurchasing 2.3 Million Shares

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

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced the completion of its €1.5 billion share buyback program, which was launched on May 11, 2023. During the week of September 11 to September 15, 2023, the bank repurchased 2,315,477 shares at an average price … Read the full press release

Siemens Partners with Monta to Expand Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has entered into a partnership with Monta, an electric vehicle (EV) charging platform provider, to enhance the development of charging infrastructure across Europe. Siemens will utilize Monta’s Charge Point Management System (CPMS) to manage its own EV … Read the full press release

Siemens and DMG MORI Introduce Industry-Defining Digital Twin for Machine Tool Processing

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and DMG MORI have launched an industry-defining digital twin for machine tool processing on the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace. This digital twin, based on the Digital Native CNC Sinumerik One, includes a replica of the control system, machine … Read the full press release