Category Archives: Spain

Press Releases & News from Spain distributed via EuropaWire

OMRON Healthcare presenta los nuevos tensiómetros con tecnología de detección de fibrilación auricular (FA) e inteligencia artificial (IA), que se lanzarán en Europa en septiembre de 2024

EL NUEVO ALGORITMO AFIB INTELLISENSE DETECTA UNA POSIBLE FIBRILACIÓN AURICULAR EN CADA CONTROL DE PRESIÓN, MEJORANDO LA DETECCIÓN TEMPRANA Y LA POSIBLE PREVENCIÓN DE COMPLICACIONES GRAVES (NOTICIA EN BREVE) OMRON Healthcare ha lanzado nuevos tensiómetros equipados con tecnología de detección … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Recognized Among Top 10 Global Companies for Leadership in Sustainability and Climate Action

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has been recognized by Richmond Global Sciences (RGS) as one of the top 10 companies globally for its significant positive impact on environmental, social, and financial aspects. This recognition highlights Iberdrola’s commitment to the United Nations Sustainable … Read the full press release

Wind Power Milestone: Iberdrola and Masdar Complete Baltic Eagle Turbine Installation to Power 475,000 Homes

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and Masdar have completed the installation of all 50 wind turbines at the Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm in the German Baltic Sea. The 476 MW wind farm is set to provide clean energy to around 475,000 … Read the full press release

Indra and Barcelona Supercomputing Center Join Forces to Strengthen European Technological Sovereignty with Advanced Dual-Use Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Indra and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) have signed an agreement to collaborate on developing dual-use technologies, including supercomputing, AI, and quantum systems, aimed at boosting Spain’s and Europe’s technological sovereignty. This partnership will focus on advancing key … Read the full press release

Wayra Invests in AI Startup Perplexity, Expanding Telefónica’s AI Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Wayra, Telefónica’s venture capital arm, has invested in U.S.-based AI startup Perplexity, which has developed an AI-powered answer engine that delivers real-time, contextual answers to user queries. Alongside the investment, Telefónica signed a global commercial agreement to offer … Read the full press release

Team Europe Unites to Bolster Economic Development in ACP Nations with New €74 Million Funding Initiative

(IN BRIEF) The ACP Trust Fund has secured over €74 million in pledges from seven EU member states, including Denmark, Finland, Germany, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain, and Sweden, to support economic growth in African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) countries. This funding … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Launches Innovative Tolling System in Bizkaia, Spain, Enhancing Traffic Flow and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has successfully implemented a Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system in the Bizkaia region of Spain, activated on July 1, 2024. This innovative system processes over 1.4 million transactions daily and significantly enhances traffic management by … Read the full press release

Plenitude Launches Numancia Wind Plant in Soria, Spain, Boosting Renewable Energy Capacity to 440 MW

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude has officially launched the Numancia wind plant in Soria, Spain, consisting of two adjacent wind farms that will generate approximately 31 GWh of electricity annually, sufficient to power over 9,500 households. With this project, Plenitude’s total installed … Read the full press release

Logicor and Azuqueca de Henares Join Forces to Boost Sustainability at Municipal Bird Sanctuary with Innovative Lake Restoration Project

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a prominent European logistics real estate company, has partnered with the City Council of Azuqueca de Henares to enhance sustainability at the Azuqueca de Henares Municipal Bird Sanctuary through a lake restoration project. The initiative involves installing … Read the full press release

Stora Enso Champions Sustainable Packaging with Award-Winning Cartonboard Solution for Perfume

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso’s innovative cartonboard solutions are reshaping the packaging industry by helping customers reduce their reliance on plastics. Hinojosa Packaging Galería Gráfica selected Stora Enso’s Performa Brilliance™ to create sophisticated packaging for their luxury perfume line. This collaboration … Read the full press release

Experience CMA CGM’s Innovative Solutions for Perishable Goods at Fruit Attraction 2024!

(IN BRIEF) CMA CGM is excited to announce its participation in Fruit Attraction 2024, taking place from October 8th to 10th in Madrid, Spain. This major event in the fruit and vegetable sector will attract over 103,000 visitors from more … Read the full press release

Indra Enhances Spanish Air and Space Forces with Advanced Lanza 3D Radar Systems

(IN BRIEF) Indra has deployed the advanced Lanza 3D long-range radar system for the Spanish Air Surveillance Squadron 2 (EVA-2) in Toledo, enhancing Spain’s air defense capabilities. This deployment is the first of five new radar systems designed to detect … Read the full press release

Sener Plays Key Role as California’s High-Speed Rail Project Achieves Environmental Certification for Palmdale-Burbank Segment

(IN BRIEF) The Palmdale-Burbank segment of California’s high-speed rail project, connecting San Francisco and Los Angeles, has received environmental certification from the California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA). This section, covering approximately 70 kilometers, includes complex tunneling and traverses various landscapes. … Read the full press release

Iberdrola’s SP Energy Networks Acquires Derryherk to Boost UK Smart Grid and Support Net-Zero Goals

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola’s subsidiary, SP Energy Networks, has acquired the tech company Derryherk to enhance the efficiency of the UK’s electricity distribution network. Derryherk’s digital twin technology will improve SPEN’s ability to detect faults, forecast capacity constraints, and actively manage … Read the full press release

EBRD Announces 2024 AgVenture Startup Competition Winners, Highlighting Green Tech Innovations in Agrifood Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the winners of the 2024 AgVenture Startup Competition, recognizing innovative startups that are developing green technology solutions for the agriculture and food sectors. The winners—Proofminder, Green Growth, and … Read the full press release

CaixaResearch Institute Secures €80M Loan from EIB to Establish Spain’s First Immunology Research Center

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and CriteriaCaixa have signed an €80 million loan agreement to finance the construction of the CaixaResearch Institute in Barcelona. This interdisciplinary research center, spearheaded by “la Caixa” Foundation, will focus on immunology and … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. confirms the full redemption of €450,000,000 Senior Secured Notes

(IN BRIEF) On 30 September 2024, Digi Communications N.V. announced the full redemption of its €450,000,000 Senior Secured Notes due in 2025, issued by its Romanian subsidiary, Digi Romania S.A. This follows a prior notice of redemption published on 16 … Read the full press release

AT&T Obtiene Sentencia Contra Grupo Salinas Telecom, Propiedad de Ricardo Salinas, Sus Abogados se Retiran Mientras Él Mueve Activos Fuera de EE.UU. para Evitar Pagar la Sentencia

MOVIMIENTOS DE ACTIVOS EN UN ESFUERZO POR NO PAGAR A AT&T BAJO EXAMEN ANTE ACUSACIONES DE CONDUCTA FINANCIERA INAPROPIADA. (NOTICIA EN BREVE) Ricardo Benjamín Salinas Pliego, presidente de Grupo Elektra, enfrenta nuevas acusaciones por mover activos fuera de EE.UU. para … Read the full press release

BBVA and KKR Partner to Invest $200 Million in Global Climate Projects, Driving Low-Carbon Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has formed a strategic partnership with investment firm KKR, committing $200 million to support KKR’s Global Climate Strategy, which focuses on large-scale climate infrastructure projects like energy transition and electrification. The partnership, announced during Climate Week in … Read the full press release

Santander X Expands to Offer Free Training and Discounts for SMEs and Entrepreneurs

(IN BRIEF) Santander has expanded its Santander X platform for SMEs, startups, and entrepreneurs, offering free training and discounts on essential business services. The initiative aims to support companies in adapting to the challenges of the digital market. Registration is … Read the full press release