(IN BRIEF) BASF has unveiled a new corporate strategy aimed at becoming the leading chemical company supporting the green transformation of its customers. The company plans to focus on its core chemical businesses while giving more flexibility to standalone divisions … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged BASF, Dr. Markus Kamieth, green transformation, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software has updated its Simcenter Testlab suite, focusing on increased collaboration, enhanced testing efficiency, and reduced reliance on physical prototypes. New tools such as multi-hammer testing, a noise and vibration simulator, and smarter field testing … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Siemens, Simcenter Testlab, Wilfried Claes
(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has been awarded a $177.8 million contract by the U.S. Navy to modernize and maintain the USS Halsey, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer. The contract, which could reach $225.5 million if all options are exercised, involves … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged BAE Systems, Eric Icke, modernization, partnership, USS Halsey
(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Classic and Autostadt will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco at the prestigious Edelweiß-Bergpreis Rossfeld Berchtesgaden hill climb race, held in the Alps on September 28 and 29, 2024. They will showcase iconic … Read the full press release
(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
Posted in Albania, Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Italy, Law, Management, Netherlands, News, Poland, Security & Safety, Switzerland
Tagged Albania, cocaine trafficking, Eurojust, EUROPOL, Italy, partnership, Poland, SECURITY, Switzerland
(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
Posted in Banks, Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Investment, Italy, Law, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety
Tagged Eurojust, EUROPOL, Financial, FRAUD, Germany, Italy, Public Institutions, rship, SECURITY
(IN BRIEF) A new partnership between the European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO), backed by the EU’s InvestEU program, will provide DKK 300 million in loans to Danish businesses within the creative and … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Banks, Belgium, Business, Denmark, Economy, Entertainment, European Union, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged creative, cultural, Denmark, EIF, EU, Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO), Marjut Falkstedt, partnership, Signe Thustrup Kreiner
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has formed a strategic partnership with Swedish company PulPac AB to expand the sustainable packaging market using Dry Molded Fiber technology. This nearly waterless process molds cellulose fibers into recyclable, biodegradable products such as coffee lids, cutlery, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) NIVEA has launched a global initiative called NIVEA CONNECT to address the growing issue of social isolation, which affects both mental and physical health. A survey conducted by NIVEA revealed that one in four people felt isolated in … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Education, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Science, Society, Technology
Tagged awareness, Beiersdorf AG, mental health, NIVEA, NIVEA CONNECT, physical health, social isolation, society
(IN BRIEF) Marel’s FleXicut Jet is an innovative whitefish processing system designed to enhance efficiency, precision, and yield in the seafood industry. Using advanced water-jet technology, intelligent software, and X-ray detection, the FleXicut Jet automates the trimming and pinbone removal … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Iceland, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged FleXicut Jet, Marel, Seafood Processing, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Wood, a global consulting and engineering firm, has secured a three-year contract to operate and maintain Freepoint Eco-Systems’ advanced recycling facility in Hebron, Ohio, one of the world’s largest plastics recycling plants. The facility will process approximately 90,000 … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool has launched a new Heritage Institute aimed at enhancing its role as a leading global research institution in heritage studies. The institute will bring together researchers from multiple disciplines to address key heritage issues … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Cultural Research, global challenges, Heritage Institute, Lynn Meskell, Professor Anthony Hollander, Professor Fiona Beveridge, Professor Soumyen Bandyopadhyay, University of Liverpool
(IN BRIEF) voestalpine, a leading international steel and technology group, has successfully issued its first green corporate bond, raising EUR 500 million. The five-year bond, which offers a coupon of 3.75%, was met with high investor demand and will be … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) RWE has partnered with the Port Authority of Setúbal in Portugal through a Letter of Support, aiming to transform the port into a key logistics hub for floating offshore wind projects. This initiative aligns with Portugal’s renewable energy … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Portugal, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Álvaro de Miguel, Carlos Correia, floating offshore wind, Germany, partnership, Port of Setúbal, PORTUGAL, RWE, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Vaisala and the Estonian Environment Agency have installed Europe’s first C-band Solid-State Power Amplifier weather radar in Tallinn. This advanced technology offers improved weather forecasting accuracy, enhanced system reliability, and lower operational costs compared to traditional radars, setting … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Construction, Environment, Estonia, Finland, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Aleksis Kajava, C-Band Solid-State Power Amplifier (SSPA), Estonia, partnership, sustainability, Tanel Voormansik, Vaisala, Weather Radar
(IN BRIEF) Fifteen Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs) from nine countries have been selected to showcase their unique LEGO creations at LEGO House in Billund, Denmark. Starting September 27, 2024, visitors will be able to admire their impressive builds at … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Denmark, Education, Entertainment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs), Australia, CHINA, creativity, Donny Chen, exhibition, Kathrine Kirk Muff, LEGO, LEGO House, Masterpiece Gallery, Roldan Grace, s Stuart Harris, the UK, the USA, Victoria Worsley
(IN BRIEF) Artificial intelligence (AI) plays an increasingly significant role in our daily lives, from automated home appliances to digital assistants and even therapeutic robots. While AI can optimize tasks and make life more efficient, ethics researchers from the University … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has partnered with UTA Edenred to launch MAN SimplePay, a digital platform designed to simplify fleet cost management and enhance operational transparency. Launching in late 2024, the platform will enable fleet managers to monitor … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged and truck washing, digital platform, Fleet Cost Management, Kerstin Rummel, MAN SimplePay, MAN Truck & Bus, parking, partnership, Pierre Jalady, refueling, sustainability, UTA Edenred
(IN BRIEF) AkzoNobel has introduced a new particle technology to meet the rising demand for sustainable metal effect finishes in architectural applications. Their new Interpon D Natural Metals range offers the aesthetic and durable qualities of real metal without its … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has partnered with INFORM to integrate the advanced RiskShield platform into its Mobile Financial Services Platform to enhance security in financial services and combat fraud. The collaboration will provide Ericsson’s global customers, including communication service providers (CSPs), … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Germany’s consumer sentiment showed a slight improvement in September 2024, according to the latest GfK report. After a significant drop the previous month, income expectations and willingness to buy have increased, resulting in a modest rise in the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Commodities, Economy, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Retail
Tagged consumer, economy, Financial, Germany, GfK, Rolf Bürkl
(IN BRIEF) Professor Jan S. Hesthaven has been appointed as the new President of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), effective October 1, 2024. With a focus on furthering the integration of research, academic education, and societal engagement, Hesthaven aims to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Atos has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for the fifth year in a row, highlighting its exceptional commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). With a score of 80 out of 100, Atos ranks in the … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, France, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Atos, Awards, EcoVadis, leadership, Platinum Rating, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank is enhancing its ocean protection policies as part of its continued commitment to the #BackBlue initiative, which it joined in 2023. The new guidelines, set to take effect in Q4 2024, focus on developing financial solutions … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged #BackBlue Initiative, Deutsche Bank, Markus Müller, Ocean Protection Policies, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has announced the appointment of Johan Dasht as the new Senior Vice President of its Business Area Generation, which focuses on hydro and nuclear power operations. Dasht, who currently heads Vattenfall’s hydro operations in the Nordics, will … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Management, News, Sweden
Tagged Anna Borg, appointment, Head of Hydro, Johan Dasht, leadership, Nuclear Power Operations, Torbjörn Wahlborg, Vattenfall
(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, an international technology group, has secured two contracts in Brazil to supply 330 MVAr synchronous condenser systems, which are essential for improving grid stability in regions increasingly reliant on renewable energy sources like wind and solar. These … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Stellantis made a strong impression at the 2024 Paris Motor Show, unveiling five world premieres from its brands Citroën, Peugeot, and Alfa Romeo. Additionally, the show marked the debut of the Chinese brand Leapmotor in partnership with Stellantis, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) On 25 September 2024, Eurojust launched the European Judicial Organised Crime Network (EJOCN), aimed at fighting organised crime across Europe. This new network unites prosecutors from all 27 EU Member States to strategically combat high-risk criminal groups involved … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, European Union, Government, Industrial, Law, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety
Tagged Cybercrime, drug trafficking, EU, Eurojust, European Judicial Organised Crime Network (EJOCN), human trafficking, International Criminal Networks, Ladislav Hamran, Money Laundering, Organised crime, partnership
(IN BRIEF) The EIB has granted €220 million to Nexi Group to support innovation in Europe’s digital payments sector. The funding will help drive the development of modernized payment solutions, job creation, and sustainability initiatives, reflecting Nexi’s commitment to ESG … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Bernardo Mingrone, digital payment, EIB, Europe, Gelsomina Vigliotti, INNOVATION, Nexi Group, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) The CBI has appointed Ruth Cairnie and Lesley Ann Nash as Non-Executive Directors to its Board. Both bring extensive experience in private and public sectors, strengthening the CBI’s leadership as it continues its mission to represent UK businesses. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged appointment, Business, CBI, government, leadership, Lesley Ann Nash, Rupert Soames, Ruth Cairnie, Victoria Cochrane
(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland participated in RE+ 2024, a major global energy exhibition, where it awarded significant certifications to companies in the new energy and energy storage sectors. The event highlighted TÜV Rheinland’s contributions to the North American renewable energy … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged CHINA, Energy Innovation, Energy Products, Jonathan Kotrba, partnership, RE+ 2024, sustainability, TÜV Rheinland, USA, Weichun Li
(IN BRIEF) Kylie Minogue has announced the release of her new album Tension II, scheduled for October 18, 2024, following the success of her 2023 album Tension. The Australian-British pop star, who has sold over 80 million records worldwide, will … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Entertainment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Media, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Bebe Rexha, Bertelsmann, BMG, Kylie Minogue, Orville Peck, SIA, Tension II Album, World Tour
(IN BRIEF) Roche has announced positive results from its phase III REGENCY study, showing that its drug Gazyva®/Gazyvaro® (obinutuzumab) significantly outperformed standard therapy in treating active lupus nephritis. The study found that patients receiving Gazyva/Gazyvaro, in combination with standard therapies, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Security & Safety, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Dr. Brad H. Rovin, Gazyva, kidney disease patients, Levi Garraway, lupus nephritis, Roche, safety
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has partnered with Arion Bank to provide up to €100 million in new lending to around 40 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Small Mid-Caps in Iceland. Backed by the European Commission’s InvestEU … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Shell and TenneT have signed an agreement to connect Shell’s Holland Hydrogen 1, Europe’s first large-scale hydrogen plant, to the high-voltage grid. The 200 MW electrolyser on the Maasvlakte will initially have a temporary connection to the 380 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Boudewijn Siemons, Frans Everts, high-voltage grid, Holland Hydrogen 1, Maarten Abbenhuis, partnership, port of Rotterdam, Shell, sustainability, Tennet
(IN BRIEF) Swissport International AG has appointed former Kuehne+Nagel CEO Detlef Trefzger as a Non-Executive Director to its Board of Directors. Trefzger, who brings extensive industry expertise from his leadership roles at Kuehne+Nagel and DB Schenker, will support Swissport’s global … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Metso has signed a contract with Beijing Shougang International Engineering Technology Co. Ltd (BSIET) to deliver a compact traveling grate pelletizing plant for Ruifeng Iron and Steel Group in Hebei, China. The plant, with a 1.7 million tons … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Technology
Tagged Beijing Shougang International Engineering Technology Co. Ltd (BSIET), CHINA, Iron Ore Pelletizing Plant, Matthias Gabriel, Metso, partnership, Ruifeng, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) SolarLab, a Danish company specializing in solar facades for buildings, has secured a EUR 1.6 million loan from Nefco to increase production and expand into the U.S. market. The funds will be used to relocate all production to … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Denmark, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Denmark, NEFCO, partnership, Peter Melchior, SolarLab, sustainability, Søren Berg Rasmussen, U.S.
(IN BRIEF) NORMA Group has successfully won a patent infringement case against Chinese competitor Suzhou Shengnuo Connection Technology Co. Ltd. The Supreme People’s Court in Beijing ruled that Shengnuo’s product infringed on NORMA Group’s patented worm-drive hose clamp technology, known … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged CHINA, Dr. Gerrit von Breitenbach, Guido Grandi, Innovative Hose Clamp Technology, Norma Group, patent, SECURITY, Suzhou Shengnuo Connection Technology Co. Ltd.
(IN BRIEF) The EY DNA of the Financial Controller Report reveals that 86% of financial controllers expect their roles to change drastically by 2030, with a shift toward value creation and supporting business growth. Many controllers anticipate the need for … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged EY, Financial Controller, INNOVATION, Myles Corson
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