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Lagardère Publishing Expands U.S. Reach with Hachette Book Group’s Acquisition of Sterling Publishing

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Publishing’s U.S. division, Hachette Book Group (HBG), has acquired Sterling Publishing from Barnes & Noble, expanding its portfolio with over 13,000 titles and notable imprints like Union Square & Co., Puzzlewright Press, and Union Square Kids. The … Read the full press release

Amey and IEMA Collaborate to Train Senior Leaders in Sustainability Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Amey, in collaboration with IEMA, has trained over 180 senior leaders in its Rail and Highways divisions through the “Leading with Environmental Sustainability” course. The program equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to champion sustainability, supporting … Read the full press release

Nemetschek Group Invests in Document Crunch to Advance AI-Driven Compliance and Risk Management for Construction

(IN BRIEF) The Nemetschek Group has invested in Document Crunch, a technology company specializing in AI-driven document compliance and risk management for the construction industry, as part of a Series B funding round. The investment will help Document Crunch scale … Read the full press release

VNG Subsidiary BALANCE Expands Biogas Operations with Grasleben Plant Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) BALANCE Erneuerbare Energien GmbH, a subsidiary of VNG AG, has acquired a biogas plant in Grasleben, Lower Saxony, expanding its portfolio to 42 plants with a total thermal output of 192 MWFTC, enough to supply renewable energy to … Read the full press release

Infineon Adds FreeRTOS Support for AURIX™ TC3x Microcontrollers, Streamlining Development for Automotive and Industrial Applications

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has added FreeRTOS support for its AURIX™ TC3x microcontrollers (MCUs), enabling developers to build applications more efficiently for automotive and industrial markets. FreeRTOS, an open-source Real-Time Operating System supported by AWS, simplifies hardware complexities and ensures … Read the full press release

EIF Backs Move Energy’s €150 Million Fund to Drive Decarbonization Across Key Sectors in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €35 million to Move Energy’s venture capital “Fund I,” which supports early-stage European ventures focused on decarbonizing power, transport, and buildings—sectors responsible for 55% of global CO₂ emissions. Backed by the … Read the full press release

NEXT Partners with Zalando’s ZEOS to Streamline Online Fulfilment Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) British fashion retailer NEXT has partnered with ZEOS, Zalando’s B2B unit, to manage its direct-to-consumer online orders across most of continental Europe starting in Q4 2025. This collaboration extends their existing relationship, with ZEOS handling NEXT’s own webshop … Read the full press release

Barry Callebaut Integrates Upcycled Cacaofruit Products into Its Portfolio, Pioneering Sustainable Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Barry Callebaut has integrated upcycled cacaofruit products into its portfolio, advancing its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and unique flavor experiences. Originally developed by start-up Cabosse Naturals in 2019, these ingredients utilize the entire cacaofruit, offering zesty, fruity flavors … Read the full press release

VINCI Highways Gears Up for Winter Operations, Ensuring Safe and Accessible Roads Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Highways has launched its winter operations program to ensure safe and accessible roads during challenging weather conditions. With a fleet of snowploughs, salt spreaders, and brine sprayers ready, along with strategic salt reserves, trained teams are on … Read the full press release

Hexagon Strengthens Mining Technology Portfolio with Acquisition of indurad and xtonomy

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has acquired indurad, a leader in radar and Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) technologies, along with its subsidiary xtonomy, to advance safety, productivity, and automation in the mining industry. indurad’s radar-based collision avoidance and automation technologies will complement … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €105 Million Loan to Tuusula Municipality for Energy-Efficient School Complexes

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €105 million loan to the Municipality of Tuusula in Finland to construct energy-efficient school complexes for 3,500 students. The project, spanning three neighborhoods, aims to create modern educational spaces aligned … Read the full press release

EIB Supports €200 Million Loan to Delgaz Grid for Electricity Network Upgrades in Romania

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is lending €200 million to Romanian energy distributor Delgaz Grid to modernize the electricity network in Moldova’s northeastern region. This funding, part of a €630 million investment program, will enhance energy efficiency, support … Read the full press release

EIB Partners with Croatian Cities to Address Affordable Housing Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is partnering with five Croatian cities—Zagreb, Rijeka, Split, Osijek, and Varaždin—to address rising demand for social and affordable housing. Through an advisory agreement funded by the InvestEU Advisory Hub, the EIB will provide … Read the full press release

Global Development Banks Unite to Strengthen Impact Through G20-Endorsed Roadmap

(IN BRIEF) The leaders of 10 multilateral development banks (MDBs) welcomed the G20’s endorsement of a roadmap aimed at reforming MDBs to address global challenges, support the Sustainable Development Goals, and enhance climate action. Key achievements in 2023 include increasing … Read the full press release

EIB Group President Highlights Strengthened Partnership with Bulgaria to Drive Growth, Jobs, and Green Transition

(IN BRIEF) EIB Group President Nadia Calviño visited Bulgaria to discuss increased financing opportunities aimed at boosting economic growth, job creation, and the country’s green transition. In partnership with Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Lyudmila Petkova, the EIB Group plans to … Read the full press release

EIF and Quotanda Collaborate to Unlock €51 Million in Student Financing Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Quotanda have partnered to improve access to student financing in Spain, Portugal, and Germany, mobilizing over €51 million through a €10.2 million capped guarantee backed by the InvestEU Skills and Education Portfolio … Read the full press release

Henkel and Celanese Transform CO2 Emissions into Sustainable Adhesives for Packaging Innovations

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Corporation and Celanese Corporation have partnered to produce adhesives from captured CO2 emissions, advancing sustainability in the packaging and consumer goods sectors. Celanese’s carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technology transforms CO2 into methanol, a key ingredient in … Read the full press release

Kering Becomes First Company to Adopt Science-Based Targets for Land and Freshwater at COP16

(IN BRIEF) At COP16, Kering became the first company globally to adopt science-based targets for land and freshwater, marking a significant step in its commitment to biodiversity. After participating in the Science Based Targets Network’s corporate pilot, Kering set targets … Read the full press release

Fincantieri’s Vard Lands €200 Million Contract for Five Advanced Walk-to-Work Vessels

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri’s Norwegian subsidiary, Vard, has signed a €200 million contract to design and construct five Walk-to-Work vessels for an international client. The vessels, designed to support offshore oil and gas platforms, will feature hybrid propulsion systems, advanced motion-compensated … Read the full press release

Burberry Unveils New Store in Singapore, Bringing Timeless British Heritage to Orchard Road

(IN BRIEF) Burberry has opened a new store in Singapore at the Wisma Atria shopping mall on Orchard Road, designed to blend British architectural heritage with contemporary style. The store features materials like Portland stone and black cast iron, tying … Read the full press release