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Rico Picenoni appointed Head of Savills Global Residential Development Consultancy

(IN BRIEF) Rico Picenoni has been appointed as the head of Savills Global Residential Development Consultancy. Based in London, he joins from Savills Dubai, where he served as a director in the team of branded residential specialists for two years. … Read the full press release

Holcim Invests in Suffolk Technologies to Support Disruptive Startups in Building Industry

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has announced its investment as a limited partner in Suffolk Technologies, a venture capital fund focused on supporting startups in the building industry. The fund, worth USD 110 million, aims to back disruptive innovations in areas such … Read the full press release

Thales Alenia Space Selected to Develop WEkEO 2.0 Platform for Enhanced Access to Copernicus Earth Observation Data

(IN BRIEF) Thales Alenia Space has signed a contract with the European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) to provide cloud computing and related services for the WEkEO 2.0 platform. The platform, which replaces the current WEkEO Data … Read the full press release

Thales Expands Avionics Portfolio with $1.1 Billion Acquisition of Cobham Aerospace Communications

(IN BRIEF) Thales has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire Cobham Aerospace Communications (AeroComms), a leading provider of safety cockpit communication systems, for $1.1 billion. AeroComms operates across multiple countries and is expected to generate approximately $200 million in revenues … Read the full press release

Télécom Paris, Bouygues Telecom, and Thales Collaborate to Advance Responsible Digital Identity Research

(IN BRIEF) Télécom Paris, in collaboration with Bouygues Telecom and Thales, has launched the Research Chair in Responsibility for Digital Identity (RD-ID). Directed by Valérie Fernandez and Laura Draetta, the chair aims to conduct research and innovation projects that align … Read the full press release

SMART Photonics, Former TU/e Spin-off, Secures €100 Million in Funding to Lead Next-Gen Chip Manufacturing in Europe

(IN BRIEF) SMART Photonics, a scale-up company and former TU/e spin-off, has successfully raised an additional €100 million in funding from a group of strategic industry players and financial institutions. The funding round includes semiconductor industry leaders ASML, NXP, and … Read the full press release

ABB Formula E Showcases E-Mobility in Rome, Highlighting Commitment to Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is set to take place in Rome this weekend, showcasing the excitement of e-mobility. The circuit, located in the south of the city, is one of the longest tracks on the … Read the full press release

UKRI Funds Supergen Energy Networks Hub to Drive Sustainable Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) The Supergen Energy Networks (SEN) Hub, a research initiative in partnership with several UK universities, has received significant funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to advance the transition to a sustainable energy sector. The SEN Hub focuses … Read the full press release

University of Bristol’s MBS Project Empowers Migrants and Refugees in Business Ventures

(IN BRIEF) The University of Bristol has collaborated with ACH (Ashley Community Housing) and the West of England Combined Authority on the Migration Business Support (MBS) project, aimed at boosting the prospects of migrants and refugees in the UK. The … Read the full press release

Breakthrough ‘Fastball EEG’ Test for Dementia Receives £1.5M Funding Boost

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the universities of Bath and Bristol have been awarded £1.5 million in funding to scale up the development of a revolutionary dementia and Alzheimer’s disease test called ‘Fastball EEG’. The non-invasive test measures patients’ brain waves … Read the full press release

Ericsson and MTN Partner to Provide Affordable Mobile Broadband Services in Rural Benin

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and MTN have joined forces to deliver affordable and reliable mobile broadband services to remote rural areas in Benin that lack adequate connectivity. As part of the agreement, Ericsson will support MTN Benin’s rural coverage expansion across … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Advances Towards Emission-Free Drives, Prioritizing Battery-Electric and Hydrogen Solutions

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus, a prominent logistics integrator, is intensifying its transformation efforts by taking significant strides towards emission-free drives. The company’s focus for commercial vehicles is primarily on battery-electric drives, while MAN Engines, a business unit of … Read the full press release

Maersk Implements AI-Enabled Robotic Solution to Enhance UK Warehouse Operations

(IN BRIEF) Maersk, a leading logistics integrator, is introducing an AI-enabled robotic solution in its latest UK warehouse located in East Midlands. Developed by Berkshire Grey, the state-of-the-art Robotic Shuttle Put Wall System will automate and accelerate operations in the … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Appoints Professor Satyajit Mayor as Leverhulme International Professor

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick is proud to announce the appointment of Professor Satyajit Mayor as its first Leverhulme International Professor. Professor Mayor is a distinguished scholar and an elected member of esteemed academies worldwide. He brings extensive expertise … Read the full press release

University of Warwick to Award Honorary Degrees for Summer 2023 Graduation Ceremonies

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has announced the recipients of honorary degrees for the upcoming summer 2023 graduation ceremonies. The esteemed honorary graduates come from diverse fields and have made remarkable contributions to their respective domains. The recipients include … Read the full press release

AFME Supports UK Government’s Reforms Allowing Flexibility in Investment Research Payments

(IN BRIEF) The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME) has welcomed the UK Government’s Mansion House reforms, particularly the optionality provided for paying for investment research. The reforms allow clients to choose how they pay for research, whether bundled … Read the full press release

Evonik’s Health Care Site in France Achieves Carbon Neutrality, Advancing Sustainable Practices

(IN BRIEF) Evonik’s Health Care production site in Ham, France, has achieved carbon neutrality by reducing its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions to zero. This milestone aligns with Evonik Health Care’s commitment to becoming carbon neutral in Scope 1 … Read the full press release

MAHLE to Supply DEUTZ with Power Cell Units for Hydrogen Engines, Driving Sustainable Mobility

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE has secured a series order from DEUTZ, an engine manufacturer, for the development and supply of power cell units for hydrogen engines. These units, consisting of the piston, piston ring pack, and piston pin, will be used … Read the full press release

Reutlingen University Unveils Texoversum: Europe’s Unique Training Center with Innovative Carbon Fiber Façade

(IN BRIEF) Reutlingen University has unveiled the Texoversum, a unique training and innovation center for the textile industry in Europe. The building features a textile-like façade made of carbon fibers wound by robots, resulting in a lightweight yet highly resilient … Read the full press release

GTT Receives Order for Tank Design of Two LNG Carriers

(IN BRIEF) GTT, a global leader in the design of membrane containment systems for the maritime transportation and storage of liquefied natural gas (LNG), has received an order from Dalian Shipbuilding Industry & Co to design the tanks for two … Read the full press release