Category Archives: Italy

Press Releases & News from Italy distributed via EuropaWire

EIB Supports BeDimensional with €20 Million to Boost Graphene Production and Green Tech Innovation in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided €20 million in financing to BeDimensional SpA, an Italian materials manufacturer, to expand production of advanced graphene and other two-dimensional materials. This investment, backed by the InvestEU programme, will help BeDimensional … Read the full press release

Leasys Launches Digital Marketplace to Boost Low-Emission Vehicle Rentals Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Leasys has launched its new e-commerce platform, Leasys e-Store, as part of its European digitalization strategy. The platform enables customers to rent low-emission and electric vehicles online through a secure, user-friendly interface. Initially launched in the Netherlands, the … Read the full press release

Plenitude Begins Construction on 220 MW Solar Facility in Salamanca, Enhancing Spain’s Renewable Energy Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude has commenced construction on a 220 MW solar power plant in Villarino de los Aires, Salamanca, which will be one of the largest in the Castilla y León region. The project, expected to produce over 400 GWh … Read the full press release

OMRON Healthcare presenta i nuovi misuratori della pressione sanguigna con tecnologia di rilevamento della fibrillazione atriale (AFib) basata sull’IA, in arrivo in Europa a settembre 2024

IL NUOVO ALGORITMO INTELLISENSE AFIB RILEVA UNA POSSIBILE FIBRILLAZIONE ATRIALE AD OGNI CONTROLLO DELLA PRESSIONE SANGUIGNA, INCREMENTANDO LE POSSIBILITÀ DI RILEVAZIONE PRECOCE E PREVENZIONE DI COMPLICAZIONI POTENZIALMENTE GRAVI (NOTIZIA IN BREVE) OMRON Healthcare ha lanciato una nuova gamma di misuratori … Read the full press release

Alegerile din Moldova din 2024: O Bătălie pentru Democrație Împotriva Dezinformării

DIASPORA MOLDOVENEASCĂ DEȚINE CHEIA PENTRU APĂRAREA VIITORULUI ȚĂRII (PE SCURT) Moldova se află într-o perioadă crucială a istoriei sale, iar alegerile prezidențiale din 2024 vor decide viitorul său democratic și orientarea către Europa. Actori străini, în special din Rusia, încearcă … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Partners with OHB to Deliver Advanced Radar Instruments for ESA’s Climate Monitoring Harmony Mission

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space has signed a contract with OHB to develop two Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) instruments for ESA’s Harmony mission, part of the Earth Explorer program. The Harmony mission, expected to launch in 2029, will consist of … Read the full press release

Eni Honors Groundbreaking Energy and Sustainability Innovations at 2024 Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Eni held its 2024 Eni Award ceremony at the Quirinal Palace in Rome, recognizing outstanding achievements in energy and environmental research. The awards highlighted innovations in carbon capture, renewable energy, and sustainable technologies. Key winners included Marc Fontecave … Read the full press release

EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo Unveil €8 Billion Wind Energy Investment Initiative to Boost European Renewable Energy Sector

(IN BRIEF) The EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo have partnered to drive up to €8 billion in investment for Europe’s wind energy sector, leveraging a €500 million EIB counter-guarantee to enable Intesa Sanpaolo to create €1 billion worth of bank guarantees. … Read the full press release

EIB Global and Enel Colombia Partner to Boost Renewable Energy and Grid Infrastructure with $300 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, a division of the European Investment Bank, has provided Enel Colombia with a $300 million loan to support the development of renewable energy projects and upgrades to the company’s power distribution infrastructure. This loan, backed by … Read the full press release

Plenitude Launches Numancia Wind Plant in Soria, Spain, Boosting Renewable Energy Capacity to 440 MW

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude has officially launched the Numancia wind plant in Soria, Spain, consisting of two adjacent wind farms that will generate approximately 31 GWh of electricity annually, sufficient to power over 9,500 households. With this project, Plenitude’s total installed … Read the full press release

Bang & Olufsen and Ferrari Launch Exclusive Second Special Edition Collection Featuring High-End Audio and Visual Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Bang & Olufsen has partnered with Ferrari to launch their second Special Edition Ferrari Collection, featuring three high-end products: the Beolab 50 speakers, Beosound Theatre soundbar, and Beovision Theatre TV. This collection incorporates Ferrari’s signature Grigio Corsa color … Read the full press release

Eni Partners with Japan’s JOGMEC on LNG Collaboration and Joins Emission Abatement Coalition

(IN BRIEF) Eni has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with Japan’s JOGMEC to collaborate on gas and LNG projects, aiming to diversify energy supply sources and support the energy transition. The agreement emphasizes the role of LNG in achieving carbon … Read the full press release

Vodafone Launches Smart Wi-Fi Backup to Keep Customers Connected During Broadband Outages

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has launched Smart Wi-Fi Backup, a service that ensures uninterrupted internet connectivity by switching fixed broadband customers to Vodafone’s 4G or 5G network during outages. The service, which will expand across Europe in 2025, connects all devices … Read the full press release

Eni Secures Government Backing for Liverpool Bay CCS Project, Paving the Way for a Low-Carbon Future in the UK

(IN BRIEF) Eni has secured UK Government funding for its Liverpool Bay CO₂ transport and storage project, marking a significant advancement in the HyNet carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiative. The funding will support the establishment of the UK’s CCS … Read the full press release

Eni Completes Strategic Combination with Ithaca Energy, Enhancing UK Upstream Position

(IN BRIEF) Eni S.p.A. has announced the successful completion of its combination with Ithaca Energy plc, consolidating nearly all of Eni’s upstream assets in the UK, excluding those in the East Irish Sea and CCUS activities. This strategic move involves … Read the full press release

Euronext Expands Service Offerings with Strategic Acquisition of Acupay Group

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has announced the acquisition of the majority of Acupay Group’s business, a leader in financial reporting, corporate actions, cross-border tax relief, and securities processing. Founded in 2005, Acupay offers technology solutions that help cross-border investors avoid double … Read the full press release

Introducing the Next Generation of New Holland T5 Dual Command Tractors: Enhanced Features and Modern Styling

(IN BRIEF) New Holland has introduced the next generation of its T5 Dual Command tractor range, featuring a modern exterior and enhanced functionality aimed at improving productivity and operator comfort. The updated lineup, showcased at the Sommet de l’Élevage fair … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. confirms the full redemption of €450,000,000 Senior Secured Notes

(IN BRIEF) On 30 September 2024, Digi Communications N.V. announced the full redemption of its €450,000,000 Senior Secured Notes due in 2025, issued by its Romanian subsidiary, Digi Romania S.A. This follows a prior notice of redemption published on 16 … Read the full press release

Webuild’s Largest Tunnel Boring Machine Begins Salerno-Reggio Calabria Rail Project, Pioneering New Innovations in Sustainable Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has received its largest Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) in Europe to work on the Salerno-Reggio Calabria High-Speed Rail Line. The 13-meter wide machine, equipped with 18 motors and 10 Megawatts of power, will excavate tunnels for Lot … Read the full press release

Enel Group Champions Just Energy Transition and Climate Action at UN General Assembly and Climate Week

(IN BRIEF) The Enel Group participated in the 79th United Nations General Assembly and New York Climate Week, engaging in discussions on climate action, sustainable development, and a just energy transition. Key executives, including Nicolò Mardegan and Gianni Vittorio Armani, … Read the full press release

Authorities Dismantle Albanian-Led Drug Ring in Italy, 66 Arrested in Eurojust-Coordinated Operation

(IN BRIEF) Authorities in Italy, Albania, Poland, and Switzerland, coordinated by Eurojust, have dismantled a major Albanian-led cocaine trafficking network. A total of 66 individuals were arrested, with 45 of them taken into custody on an action day. The criminal … Read the full press release

International Crackdown on Fraud Network Exploiting European Public Institutions Yields Major Seizures

(IN BRIEF) German and Italian authorities, with the support of Eurojust and Europol, have successfully dismantled a large-scale fraud operation that targeted public institutions, cities, and municipalities. The suspects used phishing techniques to manipulate real invoices and divert payments meant … Read the full press release

GT Talent Group Raises €1.5 Million in IPO, Debuts on Euronext Growth Milan with €5.2 Million Market Cap

(IN BRIEF) GT Talent Group, a sports entertainment company specializing in supercar driving experiences and motorsport talent shows, has successfully listed on Euronext Growth Milan. This marks the 16th listing on the Milan market and the 36th on Euronext this … Read the full press release

Stellantis Drives Manufacturing Innovation with AI and Sustainable Solutions at Factory Booster Day

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis is advancing its manufacturing processes through AI-driven innovations and sustainable solutions, as showcased at its ninth annual Factory Booster Day on September 18, 2024, in Turin, Italy. The event featured over 60 partners and 93 new technologies … Read the full press release

EIB and BNZ Join Forces to Expand Solar Energy in Southern Europe with €166 Million Green Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and BNZ have signed a €166 million loan to support the construction of 17 new solar photovoltaic plants in Spain, Italy, and Portugal, as part of a larger €500 million initiative. These plants … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces that the Company’s Romanian subsidiary exercised its right to redeem the Senior Secured Notes due in 2025 in principal amount of €450,000,000

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. announced that its Romanian subsidiary, Digi Romania S.A., has exercised its right to fully redeem €450 million worth of 2.50% Senior Secured Notes due in 2025. The redemption will take place on September 27, 2024, … Read the full press release

Webuild Tops Global Water Sector Rankings, Expands in Australia

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has been ranked as the global leader in the water sector by the 2024 ENR rankings, continuing a decade-long dominance. The company also climbed to 14th place among international contractors, with over $7 billion in revenue outside … Read the full press release

CNP Vita Assicura Awards €15.6 Billion Asset Management Mandate to Ostrum AM

(IN BRIEF) CNP Vita Assicura, a subsidiary of CNP Assurances, has entrusted Ostrum Asset Management with a €15.6 billion asset management mandate following a competitive tender. The partnership covers fixed income, equities, and multi-asset investments, along with risk management services … Read the full press release

ContourGlobal Partners with AFRY to Revamp 35 Solar Plants in Italy, Boosting Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) ContourGlobal has selected AFRY to provide engineering services for the rehabilitation and efficiency improvement of 35 solar photovoltaic (PV) plants across nine regions in Italy, representing 60 MW of installed capacity. The project will enhance the performance of … Read the full press release

EIB and LIFTT Unite in €100 Million Venture to Propel Italian Innovation and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and venture capital firm LIFTT have announced a €100 million partnership to support innovation in Italy. Together, they will create LIFTT EuroInvest, a joint stock company aimed at making 20 to 30 equity … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announced that its Spanish subsidiary, Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U., has completed the first stage of selling a Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) network in 12 Spanish provinces

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. announced that its Spanish subsidiary, Digi Spain Telecom S.L.U., has completed the first stage of selling a Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) network in 12 Spanish provinces. This sale is part of a deal with Sota Investments Spain … Read the full press release

Logicor and Kryalos SGR Expand Milan Logistics Hub with New Sustainable Facility

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a major European logistics real estate company, and Kryalos SGR, an asset management firm, have acquired a 51,000 sqm site in Fara Gera D’Adda, near Milan, to develop a state-of-the-art 25,000 sqm logistics facility. This acquisition aligns … Read the full press release

Natural Cotton Color lancia la collezione “Calunga” a Milano

(NOTIZIA IN BREVE) Natural Cotton Color, un marchio di moda brasiliano noto per il suo impegno verso la sostenibilità, ha lanciato la sua nuova collezione “Calunga” durante la Milano Fashion Week. La sfilata si terrà il 20 settembre 2024, presso … Read the full press release

Monza’s ‘VROOOM’ Trophies: A Fusion of Art and Speed at the 2024 Italian Grand Prix

(IN BRIEF) The 2024 Italian Grand Prix at Monza will feature unique trophies named “VROOOM,” designed by artist Andrea Sala to symbolize speed and power. These trophies, made from Valchromat and chromed aluminum, are part of Pirelli’s ongoing collaboration with … Read the full press release

Euronext and Nord Pool Unveil New Power Futures Market for Nordic and Baltic Regions

(IN BRIEF) Euronext and Nord Pool have announced the launch of a new Nordic and Baltic power derivatives market, named Euronext Nord Pool Power Futures. The market will be hosted on Euronext’s Optiq® trading platform and cleared by Euronext Clearing. … Read the full press release

SSIF Expands Fleet with Additional Stadler Narrow-Gauge Trains, Supported by EU Funding

(IN BRIEF) The Italian railway operator SSIF has ordered additional narrow-gauge trains from Stadler, bringing the total to four as part of a framework agreement supported by €35.7 million in European funding. These new trains will operate on the Domodossola-Locarno … Read the full press release

Eni Gains Approval for Major Gas Projects in Indonesia, Establishing Northern Hub in Kutei Basin

(IN BRIEF) Eni has received approval from Indonesian authorities for the development of the Geng North, Gehem, and Gendalo&Gandang gas fields, which will lead to the creation of a new production hub, the Northern Hub, in the Kutei Basin, East … Read the full press release

New Milestone for New York’s Rail Infrastructure: Webuild’s Lane Secures $466 Million Contract for Palisades Tunnels Project

(IN BRIEF) Lane, the U.S. subsidiary of the Webuild Group, has secured a $466 million contract to construct two twin tunnels in New Jersey as part of the Hudson River Tunnel Project. These tunnels, which will enhance New York City’s … Read the full press release

Intesa Sanpaolo Backs NZ$267 Million Green Financing for New Zealand’s Kōwhai Solar Park, Promoting Global Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Intesa Sanpaolo, along with a consortium of international banks, has committed NZ$267 million (approximately €150 million) in green financing to support the construction of the Kōwhai Solar Park in Christchurch, New Zealand. This solar park, a joint venture … Read the full press release