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Gazprom Group estimates over RUB 1 billion in economic benefits from its 1.9 thousand patents in 2013

MOSCOW, Russia, 25-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — The Gazprom Board of Directors approved the Company’s efforts aimed at obtaining and protecting patents for R&D results and technologies. Gazprom pursues a purpose-oriented policy aimed at the effective intellectual property management, while constantly streamlining it in line with the best Russian and international practices. Patent … Read the full press release

Gazprom, Shell sign memorandum-roadmap for the third LNG production train within Sakhalin II project

Sochi, Russia, 24-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Sochi hosted today the signing of a memorandum-roadmap between Alexey Miller, Chairman of the Gazprom Management Committee and Ben van Beurden, Chief Executive Officer of Shell. The document envisages the preparation of FEED documentation for the third LNG production train within the Sakhalin II project. “The … Read the full press release

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA: Familie Henkel verlängert Aktienbindungsvertrag

Düsseldorf, Deutschland, 24-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Der Henkel AG & Co. KGaA ist heute mitgeteilt worden, dass die Familie Henkel den Aktienbindungsvertrag, in dem rund 59 Prozent der stimmberechtigten Stammaktien gebündelt sind, verlängert hat. Der auf unbefristete Zeit abgeschlossene Vertrag, der … Read the full press release

Henkel veröffentlicht Nachhaltigkeitsbericht 2013

Düsseldorf, Deutschland, 21-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Henkel veröffentlicht heute seinen Nachhaltigkeitsbericht für das Jahr 2013. Er fasst die für das Unternehmen bedeutenden ökologischen, gesellschaftlichen und sozialen Fortschritte des letzten Jahres zusammen. Ein wesentlicher Aspekt dabei ist die aktive Einbindung und Schulung … Read the full press release

Airbus and Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China partner over sustainable aviation

Focus on global interoperability, a more sustainable aviation and efficient ATM. Blagnac, France, 21-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Airbus and Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding in an effort to enable a sustainable growth in air … Read the full press release

Nobel Biocare introduced its new NobelProcera implant-based CAD/CAM products and solutions at 149th Chicago Dental Society “Midwinter Meeting” February 20–22

Amazing new angulated screw channel concept and tooling must be experienced to be believed New cost-effective NobelProcera® Hybrid is ideal restoration for edentulous patients Nobel Biocare extends ‘open access’ to 3Shape® users with NobelProcera® zirconia copings Dental laboratories will gain more business opportunities … Read the full press release

Airbus increased to 25 per cent its shareholding in Harbin Hafei Airbus Composite Manufacturing Centre (HMC)

Commitment to higher production rates Blagnac, France, 20-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Airbus is increasing its share in the Harbin Hafei Airbus Composite Manufacturing Centre (HMC), from 20 to 25 per cent. The agreement was signed by Günter Butschek, Airbus Chief Operating … Read the full press release

Mediobanca Group: Interim financial statements as at 31/12/13 approved

Net profit for the six months doubled to €305m Equity investments worth €500m sold, yielding €150m gains CT1 ratio 11.9% Milan, Italy, 20-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Interim financial statements as at 31/12/13 approved In the six months under review, with the economic … Read the full press release

Mediobanca: Chairman of parties to shareholders’ agreement

Milan, Italy, 20-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — At a general meeting held on 19 February 2014, with Angelo Casò in the chair, the parties to the Mediobanca shareholders’ agreement: approved a resolution to reduce the minimum percentage of the Bank’s share capital syndicated … Read the full press release

Mikael Laine appointed Senior VP and member of the Executive Board at Cargotec

Helsinki, Finland, 19-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Mikael Laine has been appointed Senior Vice President, Strategy as of 7 April 2014. He will be a member of the Executive Board and reports to President and CEO Mika Vehviläinen. Mikael Laine, M.Sc. Econ, (b. … Read the full press release

Survey by workplace designers Maris Interiors: let your staff choose where they sit in the office for more productivity

London, UK, 19-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — You might not associate budget air travel with excellent seating, but it seems the UK office could learn much from the mile-high world of limited leg space. Research by low cost airline Easyjet showed how passengers … Read the full press release

Safran and General Electric Company (GE) mark the 40th anniversary since they formed CFM International in 1974

• Companies originally began working together in 1968 • More than 36,000 engines sold to date WASHINGTON, DC, 18-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — During a special ceremony at the US Chamber of Commerce today (11 February 2014), Safran and General Electric Company (GE) marked the … Read the full press release

SAS UK & Ireland announced its strategy for 2014 with great emphasis on big data analytics

SAS identifies 2014 as key inflection point for the information economy  Buckinghamshire, UK, 17-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — SAS UK & Ireland’s strategy for 2014 is to help the public and private sectors realise tangible benefits from big data with increased analytics capabilities and … Read the full press release

voestalpine AG reports solid result for the first nine months of the business year 2013/14, despite economic challenges

Revenue declines slightly by 3.1% from EUR 8.7 to EUR 8.4 billion At EUR 1.01 billion, operating result (EBITDA) just slightly below last year’s figure (EUR 1.04 billion) At EUR 573 million, profit from operations (EBIT) is 5.6% or EUR … Read the full press release

Martin Guesnet appointed Head of Development for Continental Europe at France’s leading auction house Artcurial

Paris, France, 14-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — After opening bureaus in Brussels and Milan in 2012, Artcurial France’s leading auction house have appointed Martin GuesnetHead of Development for Continental Europe. His task will involve supervising and directing client networks in the areas of Europe where Artcurial is already … Read the full press release

Dassault Systèmes commenced cash tender offer for all outstanding shares of Nasdaq-listed Accelrys common stock at $12.50 per share

VÉLIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France, 14-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, world leader in 3D design software, 3D Digital Mock Up and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions announces that it commenced a cash tender offer for all … Read the full press release

Sampo Group reports EUR 1,668 million profit before taxes for 2013 vs. EUR 1,622 million in 2012

Helsinki, Finland, 14-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Sampo Group’s profit before taxes for 2013 rose to EUR 1,668 million compared to EUR 1,622 million in 2012. Total comprehensive income for the period, taking changes in the market value of assets into account, amounted … Read the full press release

Altran to acquire 100% of Massachusetts-based Foliage, Inc.

Paris, France, 12-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Altran has announced the acquisition of 100% of Foliage, a Burlington, Massachusetts-based company founded in 1991. This strategic acquisition will reinforce the Group’s offer in innovative product development, a segment where Altran is already active through its subsidiary … Read the full press release

Michael Benz appointed Group Head of Private Banking at Standard Chartered

London, UK, 11-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Standard Chartered has appointed Michael Benz as the Bank’s new Group Head of Private Banking. This appointment is effective 17 February 2014. Michael joins Standard Chartered with a wealth of experience spanning more than 20 years in … Read the full press release