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New Holland Returns to LAMMA 2024 with Innovative Sustainable Farm Machinery

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) New Holland is set to make its return to LAMMA 2024, the UK’s leading farm machinery show, with a lineup of innovative and sustainable products. The highlight of the show will be the UK debut of New Holland’s … Read the full press release →

Posted in Agriculture, Business, Construction, Electronics & Machinery, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology, United Kingdom

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PERUMIN Event Highlights Financial Inclusion for Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners in Peru

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Solidaridad, planetGOLD Peru, and the Ministry of Energy and Mines of Peru organized a panel at the PERUMIN event to emphasize the importance of financial inclusion in the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. The event aimed to … Read the full press release →

Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, Metals and Minerals, Netherlands, News, Small Business

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Fincantieri Earns Gender Parity Certification UNI/PdR 125:2022 from RINA

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, the Italian shipbuilding company, has become the first shipbuilder in Italy to achieve the Gender Parity Certification UNI/PdR 125:2022 from RINA (Registro Italiano Navale). The certification recognizes Fincantieri’s commitment to promoting gender equity and inclusion within the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Awards, Business, Industrial, Italy, Management, News, Society, Transportation & Logistics

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Nokia and Honor Sign Patent Cross-License Agreement for 5G and Cellular Technologies

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has entered into a patent cross-license agreement with Honor, a leading player in the Chinese smartphone market. The agreement covers the essential inventions related to 5G and other cellular technologies, and the terms remain confidential. Nokia’s Chief … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Telecom

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BBVA Harnesses In-House Talent for Generative AI Training Through DataRally Competition

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) BBVA is exploring the potential of generative artificial intelligence for enhancing organizational processes and customer value. To equip its in-house talent with the skills needed to harness large language models (LLMs), BBVA organized a DataRally competition in which … Read the full press release →

Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Banks, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Spain, Technology

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Xetra-Gold’s Gold Holdings Decrease by 31.5 Tonnes in 2023, Remains a Long-term Investment Choice

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The gold holdings of Xetra-Gold, Europe’s largest physically backed gold security, decreased to 198.7 tonnes by the end of 2023, marking a 31.5-tonne reduction over the year. Despite short-term yield opportunities and a record-high gold price in euros, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Economy, Financial, Germany, Industrial, International Trade, Investment, Management, News

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Barclays Appoints Ryan Voegeli as Head of Investment Banking for Canada

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has announced the appointment of Ryan Voegeli as the new Head of Investment Banking for Canada. With two decades of investment banking experience, Voegeli joins Barclays from CIBC Capital Markets, where he served as the Head of … Read the full press release →

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Barclays Strengthens Research Team with Chief Japan Economist Hire, Mr. Naohiko Baba

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has welcomed Mr. Naohiko Baba as Managing Director, Chief Japan Economist, and Head of Japan Research, effective from January 1, 2024. With over 30 years of industry experience, Mr. Baba will lead Barclays’ macroeconomic research efforts for … Read the full press release →

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WWF Report Urges Major Shift in Financing to Support Regenerative Farming in England

Posted on 5, January 2024 by
NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) A new report by WWF, sponsored by NatWest Group, calls for a fundamental shift in how food and farming are financed and supported in England to facilitate the transition towards regenerative, nature-friendly farming. The report highlights the challenges … Read the full press release →

Posted in Agriculture, Banks, Business, Economy, Financial, Food & Beverage, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom

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Revolutionary AcuPebble Diagnostic Device Aims to Transform Sleep Apnoea Diagnosis

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Warwick, in collaboration with other institutions and charities, are leading a groundbreaking initiative to improve the diagnosis and treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). OSA often goes undiagnosed, leading to sleep disturbances and … Read the full press release →

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University of Warwick Undergraduate Lisa Kay Receives British Empire Medal for Charity Work and Refugee Support

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Lisa Kay, a social sciences undergraduate at the University of Warwick, has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year Honours list for her exceptional charity work and services to refugees. She raised over £6,000 … Read the full press release →

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BAE Systems Signs U.S. Army Agreement for M777 Howitzer Structures, Eyeing Global Production Restart

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has inked a contract with the U.S. Army for M777 lightweight howitzer major structures under an Undefinitized Contract Action (UCA), with an initial limit of $50 million. This agreement permits BAE Systems to commence deliveries while … Read the full press release →

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Enel Sells US Renewable Asset Portfolio to ORMAT for $271 Million

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Enel, through its subsidiary Enel Green Power North America (EGPNA), has completed a transaction with ORMAT Technologies for the sale of a renewable asset portfolio in the United States. The deal, valued at $271 million, includes EGPNA’s entire … Read the full press release →

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Siemens AG Partners with Volkswagen for Electrification of Fleet with Up to 1,000 ID.4 Vehicles

Posted on 5, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG, a leading industrial company in Germany, is taking significant steps towards sustainability by partnering with Volkswagen Financial Services to electrify its fleet. The plan involves gradually adding up to 1,000 leased Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles to … Read the full press release →

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Fortum’s Loviisa Plant Extends License Until 2050, Paving the Way for 170 TWh of CO2-Free Power

Posted on 4, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In 2023, Fortum’s Loviisa nuclear power plant in Finland achieved exceptional results, generating 8.09 terawatt-hours of carbon-free electricity. Loviisa 1 and Loviisa 2, the plant’s units, demonstrated high operational efficiency with load factors exceeding 89%. Fortum also collaborated … Read the full press release →

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QIAGEN Expands Presence in Middle East with New Riyadh HQ, MoU with Saudi Ministry of Health, and Oman TB Screening Initiative

Posted on 4, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) QIAGEN, a leading provider of molecular diagnostics and life sciences solutions, is significantly expanding its operations in the Middle East region. In early 2024, the company will open its regional headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to strengthen its … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology

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Record Number of Applications Received for University of Helsinki’s International Master’s Programs in 2024

Posted on 4, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki’s international master’s programs for 2024 received an impressive 12,665 applications from 10,662 applicants. The Master’s Program in Computer Science was the most sought after with 1,402 applications, followed closely by the Master’s Program in … Read the full press release →

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University of York Celebrates Tenth Anniversary of YorkTalks Research Showcase with Engaging Topics

Posted on 4, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The University of York is hosting its tenth annual YorkTalks research showcase, featuring experts delivering free short talks on a variety of subjects, including the future of local pubs, artificial intelligence ethics, and the role of spirituality in … Read the full press release →

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Majda Lahlou Kassi Takes the Helm as Ericsson’s VP for West Africa and Morocco

Posted on 4, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has announced the appointment of Majda Lahlou Kassi as the Vice President and Head of Ericsson West Africa and Morocco, effective from January 1, 2024. With nearly 25 years of experience at Ericsson, Majda will lead the … Read the full press release →

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OMV Petrom Expands Renewable Portfolio with 1 GW Capacity and Dominant EV Charging Network Acquisition

Posted on 4, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) OMV Petrom, Southeast Europe’s largest integrated energy company, is set to acquire a 50% stake in Electrocentrale Borzesti, which holds a 1 GW capacity of renewable projects, including 950 MW of wind and 50 MW of photovoltaic, in … Read the full press release →

Posted in Austria, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Romania

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