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Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land Confirms Progress on Challenger 3 With Live Fire Testing

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land has successfully completed the first crewed live firing trials of Challenger 3, marking a key milestone in the delivery of the British Army’s next-generation Main Battle Tank. Conducted at a UK Ministry of Defence … Read the full press release

Prosolia Energy Expands Spanish Renewable Platform With 229 MW Solar Portfolio Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Prosolia Energy has completed the acquisition of a 229 MW portfolio of five operational solar parks in Spain from EDP Renováveis, strengthening its renewable energy platform and advancing its international growth strategy. Located in Andalucía and Castilla y … Read the full press release

Luxembourg Stock Exchange Acquires Tetrao ESG Data Analytics Unit to Strengthen Sustainable Bond Data

(IN BRIEF) The Luxembourg Stock Exchange has acquired the ESG data analytics unit of fintech Tetrao International, enhancing its sustainable bond data capabilities and reinforcing its leadership in sustainable finance information. The deal brings Tetrao’s ESG data analytics team and … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group Expands Responsible AI Adoption with Group-Wide Training Programme

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has launched an AI Academy to provide practical AI training for all 67,000 employees, regardless of role or experience. Delivered through flexible, bite-sized learning, the programme focuses on responsible AI use, real-world application, and building … Read the full press release

TDC NET Secures €50 Million NIB Financing to Accelerate Fibre Rollout in Greater Copenhagen

(IN BRIEF) NIB has provided a €50 million, seven-year loan to TDC NET A/S to finance fibre broadband network rollout investments in Denmark during 2025–2027, with a focus on the Greater Copenhagen area. The financing supports the expansion of fibre-to-the-premises … Read the full press release

Deka Divests Landmark Luxury Hotel Asset in Mallorca as Part of Active Portfolio Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Deka Immobilien has sold the Jumeirah Port Sóller Hotel & Spa in Mallorca to Dubai Holding LLC from the WestInvest InterSelect real estate fund. The five-star, LEED Platinum-certified hotel includes 121 rooms and an adjacent undeveloped plot of … Read the full press release

VINCI Construction to Acquire Fletcher Construction to Expand New Zealand Infrastructure Presence

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Construction has agreed to acquire Fletcher Construction, a New Zealand infrastructure specialist employing 2,300 people and generating around €630 million in annual revenue. Subject to regulatory approval and expected to close in 2026, the acquisition strengthens VINCI … Read the full press release

Ørsted Reaches Major Milestone with Full Turbine Installation at Taiwan’s Greater Changhua 2b and 4

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has completed the installation of all 66 wind turbines at the 920 MW Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms in Taiwan, marking a major milestone for offshore wind in the Asia-Pacific region. Installed within a … Read the full press release

cortAIx Germany Strengthens Thales’ Global Push for Sovereign and Resilient AI

(IN BRIEF) Thales has opened a new cortAIx AI accelerator site in Germany, expanding its global network to five locations and reinforcing its focus on trustworthy AI for critical defence and security systems. The German cortAIx hub will develop resilient … Read the full press release

Nokia Supports Proximus Digital Transformation with Cloud-Native Charging and Core Network Upgrade

(IN BRIEF) Proximus has chosen Nokia to modernize its online charging system and voice core using cloud-native technologies, supporting greater automation, new business models, and advanced 5G services. The project includes migrating Proximus’ entire fixed and mobile customer base and … Read the full press release

Skanska and Svenska kraftnät Advance Stockholm Grid Capacity with New 400 kV Connection

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has signed a SEK 500 million contract with Svenska kraftnät to expand the electricity grid in western Stockholm through the installation of a new 10-kilometer-long 400 kV cable connection between Kronåsen and Råcksta. The project is part … Read the full press release

CTP Secures Attractive Funding with €500 Million Green Bond and Concurrent Tender Offer

(IN BRIEF) CTP N.V. has successfully issued a €500 million senior unsecured green bond with a 4.5-year maturity and a fixed coupon of 3.375 percent, attracting record investor demand. The transaction was nearly nine times oversubscribed, allowing CTP to price … Read the full press release

Rob Jones Joins CTP to Lead Investor Relations and PR as Group Targets 2030 Growth

(IN BRIEF) CTP N.V. has appointed Rob Jones as Head of Investor Relations and PR, strengthening its management team as the company pursues its ambitious growth plans. Joining from BNP Paribas, where he led European real estate equity research, Jones … Read the full press release

Accenture’s BOSLAN Selected to Oversee Quality and Manufacturing for East Anglia TWO Offshore Wind Farm

(IN BRIEF) Accenture, via its subsidiary BOSLAN, has been appointed by ScottishPower Renewables to supervise manufacturing and quality control for key components of the East Anglia TWO offshore wind farm. BOSLAN will oversee inspections, quality management, logistics supervision, and offshore … Read the full press release

AFRY Supports Development of Stockholm’s New Nobel Center with Energy and Sustainability Expertise

(IN BRIEF) AFRY is playing a key role in the development of the new Nobel Center in central Stockholm, a public venue for science, literature, and peace scheduled to open in 2031. Involved since the planning phase began in 2022, … Read the full press release

Ericsson Supports Three Sweden’s 5G Standalone Launch with End-to-End Cloud-Native Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Three Sweden have launched a commercial 5G Standalone network in Sweden, making Three Sweden the first operator in the country to offer 5G SA services. Powered end-to-end by Ericsson’s cloud-native 5G Core and Radio Access Network … Read the full press release

MAN and TIP Group Expand Strategic Partnership with €160 Million Truck Supply Framework

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus and TIP Group have signed a new three-year framework agreement running from 2026 to 2028 for the delivery of up to 1,800 trucks across 18 European countries, with a potential order value of up … Read the full press release

Bang & Olufsen Celebrated in Landmark Assouline Book Tracing a Century of Audio Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Bang & Olufsen is celebrated in a new luxury hardcover book published by Assouline that marks the brand’s 100-year legacy of innovation, design, and sound craftsmanship. The volume explores the company’s evolution from its founding in 1925 in … Read the full press release

VERBUND Green Power and Nordex Group Sign Long-Term Framework Agreement for Up to 700 MW of Wind Capacity

(IN BRIEF) VERBUND Green Power and Nordex Group have entered into a multi-year framework agreement through 2030 for the potential supply of up to 700 megawatts of onshore wind turbine capacity to support VERBUND Green Power’s wind projects across six … Read the full press release

Fresenius and SAP Plan Strategic Partnership to Advance Sovereign and AI-Driven Digital Healthcare

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius and SAP have announced plans to form a strategic partnership to accelerate digital innovation in healthcare and establish a sovereign, interoperable, and AI-supported healthcare ecosystem. By combining Fresenius’ global healthcare expertise with SAP’s digital platforms and AI … Read the full press release