Category Archives: Switzerland

Press Releases & News from Switzerland distributed via EuropaWire

Carbon Capture Partnership: ABB and Imperial College’s 10-Year Vision

(IN BRIEF) ABB and Imperial College London have extended their partnership for a decade to operate a unique carbon capture pilot plant. Located at Imperial College, this plant provides hands-on training to thousands of students, showcasing ABB’s advanced technology solutions. … Read the full press release

New Report by Energy Efficiency Movement Charts Path to Significant Emissions Reduction and Cost Savings for Industries

(IN BRIEF) The Energy Efficiency Movement (EEM), founded by ABB and comprising over 400 organizations worldwide, has published a report titled “The Case for Industrial Energy Efficiency.” This report offers corporate leaders insights into ten measures that leverage mature technologies … Read the full press release

Borealis Partners with Alpiq for Long-Term Renewable Energy Supply from Finnish Wind Farm

(IN BRIEF) Borealis, a leading provider of sustainable polyolefin solutions and base chemicals, has forged a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Alpiq, a Swiss energy services provider and European electricity producer. Under this agreement, starting from early 2024, Alpiq … Read the full press release

SIX Swiss Exchange Welcomes First Trust as New ETF Issuer, Expanding Its Offering to 1,710 ETFs

(IN BRIEF) SIX Swiss Exchange has welcomed First Trust as a new issuer of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), becoming the 28th ETF issuer on the exchange. First Trust’s introduction adds two new ETF products to the exchange, bringing the total number … Read the full press release

SGS Divests US Powertrain Testing Operations to Columbia River Partners in Strategic Portfolio Move

(IN BRIEF) SGS has signed an agreement to sell its US powertrain testing operations to Columbia River Partners, a private equity firm specializing in industrials, business services, and IT services. The divested operations encompass combustion engine services, powertrain component testing, … Read the full press release

Sustainable Excellence: Kuehne+Nagel France Inaugurates Eco-Friendly Air Logistics Facility Paris CDG Airport

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel France has opened a new air logistics hub at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, significantly expanding its air freight capabilities and healthcare logistics solutions. The hub can handle 300 air freight pallets per week, with a larger … Read the full press release

Leica Geosystems Preserves 17th Century Citadelle de Besançon with Advanced Reality Capture Technology

(IN BRIEF) Leica Geosystems, a part of Hexagon, is utilizing cutting-edge reality capture technology to digitally preserve the Citadelle de Besançon, a 17th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site in France. In collaboration with Capture4Cad and the French Government, laser scanners from … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and SATS Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Air Logistics Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and SATS Ltd have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing value chain efficiencies and sustainability within the air logistics industry. This partnership builds on their successful joint efforts in … Read the full press release

Innovation in Focus: STMicroelectronics Highlights Industrial Advancements at ITAP 2023

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader, will showcase innovative industrial solutions at Industrial Transformation Asia Pacific (ITAP 2023) from October 18-20. Their exhibit will feature Factory Automation with IO-Link technology, wireless connectivity, STM32 microcontrollers for industrial use, and predictive … Read the full press release

SIX Expands Data Services Access via Leading Cloud Providers with Megaport Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) SIX, a global financial information provider, has partnered with Network as a Service provider Megaport to offer customers seamless private access to its data services through major public cloud providers. This service, known as SIX Connect, enables clients … Read the full press release

Roche’s OCREVUS Subcutaneous Injection Shows Promise in Phase III Study for Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Roche has announced positive late-breaking data from the Phase III OCARINA II study, which demonstrates the effectiveness of OCREVUS as a twice-yearly, 10-minute subcutaneous injection for patients with relapsing or primary progressive multiple sclerosis (RMS or PPMS). The … Read the full press release

Digitalization Reshapes Insurance: Balancing Efficiency Gains and Emerging Risks

(IN BRIEF) The insurance industry is leveraging digitalization to monitor, mitigate, and price risks more efficiently, leading to tailored insurance solutions and increased protection. Swiss Re’s report highlights the potential for 3-8% improvements in loss ratios and 10-20% savings in … Read the full press release

Infineon Strengthens IoT and Automotive Portfolio with Acquisition of UWB Pioneer 3db Access AG

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG has successfully acquired Zurich-based startup 3db Access AG, a leading provider of secured low-power Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology. 3db is already recognized as a preferred IP provider for major automotive brands. This acquisition represents a significant … Read the full press release

Roche’s Evrysdi Shows Promise in Pre-Symptomatic SMA Babies, Potentially Changing the Course of the Disease

(IN BRIEF) Roche has reported positive outcomes from the RAINBOWFISH study, an investigation into the efficacy and safety of Evrysdi® (risdiplam) in babies with pre-symptomatic spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The study, which included 26 infants aged from birth to six … Read the full press release

Sandoz Group Lists Shares on SIX Swiss Exchange with CHF 10.3 Billion Market Capitalization

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz Group AG, a Novartis spin-off, officially listed its shares at the SIX Swiss Exchange. With an opening share price of CHF 24.00, the market capitalization of Sandoz reached approximately CHF 10.3 billion. Sandoz’s issued share capital consists … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Takes a Step Forward in Road Logistics Sustainability with HVO Insetting

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel, a global logistics leader, has launched a Book & Claim insetting solution for road logistics customers who purchase Hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to reduce transport emissions. This offering complements existing solutions for maritime biofuels and SAF in … Read the full press release

Sika Unveils ‘Beyond the Expected’ Strategy 2028 with Aggressive Growth and Sustainability Goals

(IN BRIEF) Sika, a leading construction and industrial chemicals company, has presented its new Strategy 2028, titled “Beyond the Expected,” during its Capital Markets Day in Zurich. The strategy builds upon the company’s successful growth model and aims to further … Read the full press release

Axel Springer Sells Stake in Ringier Axel Springer Schweiz as Part of Digital Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Axel Springer has divested its 35% stake in Ringier Axel Springer Schweiz (RASCH) to its joint venture partner, Ringier, as part of its digital strategy. This move allows Ringier to become the sole owner of a portfolio that … Read the full press release

Продюсер Михаил Пелег, как сообщается, работает над новым сериалом с участием крупной голливудской актрисы

CТАТЬЯ НЕДАВНО ОПУБЛИКОВАННАЯ ИЗДАНИЕМ SEEN & HEARD MEDIA РАСКРЫЛА ЭКСКЛЮЗИВНЫЕ ПОДРОБНОСТИ О НОВОМ ПРОЕКТЕ МИХАИЛА ПЕЛЕГА – СЕРИАЛЕ ПОД НАЗВАНИЕМ “CHRONOVERSE.” (ВКРАТЦЕ) Издание Seen & Heard Media опубликовало эксклюзивные детали о новом телевизионном проекте под названием “ChronoVerse,” который разрабатывается с … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and Capgemini Collaborate to Offer Innovative Supply Chain Orchestration Services

Kuehne + Nagel International AG divests significant non-core assets in the UK

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and Capgemini have entered into a groundbreaking strategic agreement to establish an industry-leading supply chain orchestration service designed to offer comprehensive end-to-end solutions throughout the supply chain network. This strategic partnership aims to help businesses maintain agility … Read the full press release