Category Archives: Sweden

Press Releases & News from Sweden distributed via EuropaWire

Electrolux Unveils AEG EcoLine: Resource-Efficient Appliances to Reduce Climate Impact

(IN BRIEF) Electrolux Group, operating under its premium brand AEG, is unveiling its most resource-efficient appliances, the AEG EcoLine, at IFA 2023. These appliances, covering various categories, are designed to reduce climate impact while maintaining high performance. The selection includes … Read the full press release

Efterklang’s Sound Design for NOFO Hotel & Wine Bar Earns Coveted Red Dot Award

(IN BRIEF) Efterklang, a part of AFRY, has been honored for its inventive and creative utilization of sound design and audio branding. The customized sound design concept created for the NOFO Hotel & Wine Bar in Stockholm has been recognized … Read the full press release

AFRY Recognized as Nasdaq ESG Transparency Partner for Commitment to Sustainability Reporting

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has achieved certification as a Nasdaq ESG Transparency Partner for 2022, demonstrating its commitment to transparency in sharing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) information with investors. By obtaining this certification, AFRY emphasizes its dedication to sustainability as … Read the full press release

Saab Demonstrates Integrated Air Defense Solution for JLTV with Missile System and Camouflage Technology

(IN BRIEF) Saab aims to demonstrate the integration of its missile-equipped RBS 70 NG Mobile Firing Unit (MFU) with advanced technologies, including the Barracuda Mobile Camouflage System and tactical electronics, onto the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV). The purpose is … Read the full press release

Verizon, Ericsson, and MediaTek Achieve Successful Data and Voice Sessions on 5G Network with New RedCap Technology

(IN BRIEF) Verizon, in collaboration with Ericsson and MediaTek, has achieved successful data and voice sessions over its 5G network using Ericsson’s new RedCap compatible software and MediaTek’s RedCap testing platform. This breakthrough technology, referred to as NR light functionality, … Read the full press release

Ericsson Continues to Empower African Talent with Latest Intake of Graduates in Kenya

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has introduced a new group of graduates into its Graduate Program in Africa, consisting of 7 individuals who joined the company in July 2023. The program, spanning roles in Engineering, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Strategy and … Read the full press release

EQT Announces Successful Completion of USD 924 Million Block Trade for Coforge

(IN BRIEF) BPEA Private Equity Fund VII (“BPEA EQT”) has successfully sold its remaining 26.6 percent stake in Coforge, an Indian technology services provider listed on the National Stock Exchange. The USD 924 million block trade marked the conclusion of … Read the full press release

Visa Moilanen Takes the Helm as Head of Pulp & Paper in AFRY’s Process Industries Division

(IN BRIEF) Visa Moilanen has been appointed as the Head of Pulp & Paper in the Process Industries Division at AFRY. Having a significant background in the global Pulp & Paper sector, including previous roles at AFRY, Visa brings substantial … Read the full press release

AFRY Selected by EETC for Vital Grid System Study to Support Egypt’s Renewable Energy Expansion

(IN BRIEF) The Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) has chosen AFRY to conduct a crucial system study to facilitate the rapid expansion of Egypt’s national transmission grid. The study’s focus is on addressing challenges arising from the increased integration of … Read the full press release

Skanska to Construct Ambitious and Climate-Friendly Care Home in Bergen, Norway, Valued at SEK 550 Million

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has entered into an agreement with the Municipality of Bergen in Norway to construct the Midtbygda care home. The contract is valued at approximately NOK 548 million (about SEK 550 million) and will be part of Skanska’s … Read the full press release

Ericsson’s Graduate Program Welcomes Fresh Cohort in Nigeria, Aiming to Drive Innovation and Digital Transformation in Africa

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has introduced a new group of graduates in Nigeria as part of its ongoing Graduate Program in Africa. This program offers opportunities for graduates to explore roles in various fields including Engineering, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s Operator Alertness System Debuts Underground, Championed by MMG for Enhanced Miner Safety

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has partnered with MMG, a global base metals producer, to launch the HxGN MineProtect Operator Alertness System (OAS) in an underground mining context. This marks the first use of such technology in underground mines. Deployed in MMG’s … Read the full press release

Hexagon Unveils 2023 Capital Markets Day and Anticipated China Site Visit

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon, a global leader in digital reality solutions, has unveiled details of its upcoming 2023 Capital Markets Day, following its Q2 2023 results announcement. Set to take place on December 7th, 2023, at King’s Place in London, the … Read the full press release

AFRY Experience Studios Expands into Italy with New Bologna Office, Focused on Automotive and Sustainable Design

(IN BRIEF) AFRY Experience Studios is opening its fourth office in Bologna, Italy, aiming to enhance its global automotive solutions and deliver sustainable design services. Bologna’s design-rich environment and automotive industry presence make it an ideal location for AFRY’s expansion. … Read the full press release

Ericsson and Vodafone’s 5G Trial Enhances Mobile Gaming Experience Through Network Slicing

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Vodafone have conducted a successful live network trial at Coventry University to showcase the positive impact of optimized 5G Standalone network slicing on enhancing the mobile gaming experience. Using network slicing, trial participants experienced improved gaming … Read the full press release

Ericsson and RMIT Launch AI Lab in Hanoi, Accelerating Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation in Vietnam

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and RMIT University have partnered to establish the RMIT & Ericsson AI Lab at RMIT’s campus in Hanoi, Vietnam. This collaboration builds on their existing 5G education partnership, aiming to educate Vietnamese students about 5G and emerging … Read the full press release

Telstra and Ericsson Lead the Way: Australia’s First Voice over New Radio Call Marks Evolution of 5G with RedCap Software

(IN BRIEF) Telstra and Ericsson have achieved Australia’s first implementation and validation of the next evolution of 5G technology, utilizing Ericsson’s pre-commercial Reduced Capability (RedCap) software on Telstra’s 5G commercial network. They conducted a Voice over New Radio (VoNR) call … Read the full press release

Ericsson’s Innovative Carrier Aggregation Achieves 5.7Gbps Data Throughput Using FDD and TDD Spectrum Combination

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has achieved a successful data call using a combination of three Frequency Division Duplex (FDD) bands and three Time Division Duplex (TDD) bands in the sub-6GHz range. This carrier aggregation testing was conducted in an Ericsson lab … Read the full press release

Saab Commences Composite Mast Production for Finnish Navy’s New Ships

(IN BRIEF) Saab, a global defense and security company, conducted a composite cutting ceremony in Karlskrona for the first of four masts to be used in the Finnish Navy’s new ships. The masts, constructed from the same composite material as … Read the full press release

Jacob Lund Appointed as Head of Corporate Communication & Sustainability at Investor

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca’s Head of Global Media Relations, Jacob Lund, has been chosen as the new Head of Corporate Communication & Sustainability and a member of the Executive Leadership Team at Investor. With a decade of experience at AstraZeneca, holding … Read the full press release