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European LoRaWAN Push in Latin America

How European companies shaped Latin America’s LoRaWAN landscape—from Everynet’s Brazil Foundations to Netmore’s Network Takeover—pioneering neutral-host networks, supplying carrier-grade infrastructure, scaling platforms, and culminating in Netmore’s assumption of American Tower’s operations in Brazil. (NEWS) BRUSSELS / SÃO PAULO, 17-Sep-2025 — … Read the full press release

Luxury retail redefined: LVMH and Adyen transform global customer payment experience

(IN BRIEF) Adyen is advancing its partnership with LVMH by deploying unified payment solutions across nearly 50 Maisons worldwide, spanning fashion, hospitality, beauty, jewelry, and department stores. With more than 1,000 boutiques already rolled out, the collaboration is streamlining global … Read the full press release

New Wassa lease underscores Logicor Příšovice’s transformation from brownfield to logistics hub

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has leased the entirety of Building A at its new Příšovice logistics park to Wassa, a Czech packaging and logistics provider serving industries such as hygiene and automotive. The relocation from Liberec highlights the park’s strategic position … Read the full press release

University of St. Gallen and WWF launch SiA platform with 300 open-access sustainability teaching resources

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen, in collaboration with WWF Switzerland and the Network for Business Sustainability, has launched the Sustainability in Academia (SiA) platform, offering 300 open-access teaching materials on sustainability. Covering areas such as economics, management, finance, … Read the full press release

Sener reinforces international defence ambitions with senior appointment of Sara Cristóbal

(IN BRIEF) Sener has appointed Sara Cristóbal as its new International Director of Defence, a role created to drive international growth in the global defence market. With more than 16 years of experience across defence, security, and aeronautics, she previously … Read the full press release

New SBTi-approved Scope 3 target keeps Hempel aligned with 1.5°C pathway while reflecting business transformation

(IN BRIEF) Hempel has updated its Scope 3 emissions target, which has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative, confirming its alignment with the 1.5°C climate pathway while supporting business growth. The company has shifted from a 50% absolute … Read the full press release

Europrivacy certification strengthens Iberdrola’s leadership in digital transparency and customer privacy protection

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has become the first European energy company to achieve the Europrivacy European Data Protection Seal, certifying compliance with the highest privacy and data protection standards across its digital services. The certification, awarded to Iberdrola Clientes España, Curenergía … Read the full press release

IndiGo extends partnership with Thales for fleet-wide repair services and AvioBook digital cockpit solution

(IN BRIEF) Thales and IndiGo have signed an 11-year strategic contract to support the airline’s growing Airbus A320 and A32X fleet with advanced maintenance and repair solutions. The deal includes Thales’s Avionics-By-The-Hour and Repair-By-The-Hour programmes, designed to improve fleet availability … Read the full press release

Digi Communications Addresses Speculation Over Digi Spain IPO and Ownership

(NEWS) BUCHAREST, Romania, 16-Sep-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Digi Communications N.V. has responded to recent media speculation suggesting a potential initial public offering (IPO) of its Spanish subsidiary, Digi Spain S.L.U., and a possible divestment of its stake. The company has … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces clarifications on recent press articles regarding Digi Spain S.L.U.

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. issued a clarification in response to recent media reports about a potential IPO of its Spanish subsidiary, Digi Spain S.L.U., and speculation over a possible divestment of its stake. The company stated that while it … Read the full press release

Unilever appoints Srinivas Phatak as new Chief Financial Officer after global search process

(IN BRIEF) Unilever PLC has named Srinivas Phatak as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, following his interim role since February 2025. The appointment was unanimously approved by the Board after a full global search process, recognizing his strong … Read the full press release

New Henkel repair pen enhances efficiency in confined aircraft areas with superior corrosion protection

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has released the compact Bonderite M-CR 1132 M AERO Pen, designed to make aircraft surface repairs in confined areas such as small fastener holes more efficient and precise. As a smaller version of the original … Read the full press release

Long-term partnership between AFRY and BAE Systems Hägglunds set to deliver co-developed technologies for future security needs

(IN BRIEF) AFRY and BAE Systems Hägglunds have entered a six-year strategic partnership to co-develop innovative technologies and business opportunities in the defence industry. Expanding on an earlier five-year engineering services framework, the agreement underscores both companies’ commitment to long-term … Read the full press release

Carmeuse expands in South America with 97.1% acquisition of Cementos Bío Bío in Chile

(IN BRIEF) Carmeuse Group has acquired a 97.1% controlling interest in Chilean company Cementos Bío Bío S.A. through a public tender finalized on 11 September 2025. The acquisition strengthens Carmeuse’s operations in South America, adding to its businesses in Brazil … Read the full press release

Nokia and Deutsche Bahn launch first 1900 MHz 5G commercial railway network to accelerate FRMCS adoption

(IN BRIEF) Nokia and Deutsche Bahn have launched the world’s first commercial 1900 MHz 5G radio network with a 5G Standalone core on live outdoor railway test tracks in Germany. The deployment marks a milestone in the transition from GSM-R … Read the full press release

Maya Hennerkes appointed Managing Director of Environment and Sustainability at the EBRD, succeeding Henrik Linders

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has appointed Maya Hennerkes as Managing Director of its Environment and Sustainability Department, effective 15 September 2025. Hennerkes, who succeeds Henrik Linders, has been instrumental in shaping the EBRD’s sustainable finance … Read the full press release

EBRD and Egypt launch €10 million facility to advance sustainable PPP infrastructure projects

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD, in collaboration with Egypt’s Ministry of Finance and supported by the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, has launched the €10 million Egypt Project Preparation Facility to accelerate the development of bankable public-private partnership … Read the full press release

New EBRD-EU Green Economy Financing Facility to strengthen sustainable private-sector growth and household energy solutions in the West Bank

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD and EU have launched the Green Economy Financing Facility (GEFF) in the West Bank, providing up to €25.9 million in loans to local financial institutions to support on-lending for small-scale renewable energy and efficiency projects. Backed … Read the full press release

Semiconductor industry demand drives Solvay’s major capacity increase for electronic grade hydrogen peroxide in China

(IN BRIEF) Solvay has doubled production capacity for electronic grade hydrogen peroxide at its Zhenjiang facility in China, responding to surging demand from the semiconductor industry. The ultra-pure material, used for cleaning and etching in chip manufacturing, requires precision down … Read the full press release

BUUT partners with footballer Denzel Dumfries to make financial education fun and accessible for Dutch youth

(IN BRIEF) BUUT, the new neobank from the creators of Tikkie and part of ABN AMRO, has partnered with Dutch international footballer Denzel Dumfries to teach teenagers money management skills in an engaging and relatable way. The collaboration will see … Read the full press release