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Empa’s DroneHub Launches Cutting-Edge Research Platform for Autonomous Flying Robots

(IN BRIEF) Empa, in partnership with Imperial College London, has launched the DroneHub, a cutting-edge research facility for autonomous flying robots designed to address infrastructure maintenance, environmental restoration, and biodiversity monitoring. The hub features specialized spaces for 3D printing repairs, … Read the full press release

Dutch Projects Awarded €1.25 Million in European Water Security Programme ‘Water4All’

(IN BRIEF) Four Dutch subprojects have been awarded €1.25 million under the European Water4All programme to improve aquatic ecosystem resilience and integration into water governance. The projects include: enhancing lake management with stakeholder input (PLURALAKES), studying peatland hydrology and ecosystem … Read the full press release

Saab and DSTA Expand Partnership to Advance Underwater Defense Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Saab and Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) have expanded their partnership through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance underwater defense technologies. Building on a 2023 agreement, the collaboration now includes joint studies on operational … Read the full press release

Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering Unite to Modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Saab, Thales, and ST Engineering have partnered to modernize Singapore’s Air Traffic Management (ATM) infrastructure through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the Sweden–Singapore Royal Business Forum. The collaboration combines Saab’s advanced Digital Tower Suite, Thales’ ATM expertise, … Read the full press release

Continental and trinamiX Earn CES Innovation Award for Advanced Driver Monitoring Display

(IN BRIEF) Continental, in partnership with trinamiX, has won a CES Innovation Award for its Invisible Biometrics Sensing Display, which integrates advanced driver and passenger monitoring technologies invisibly behind an OLED screen. The display features 3D distance mapping for optimized … Read the full press release

Eviden Secures €60 Million Contract to Deliver Finland’s Next-Generation Supercomputer “Roihu”

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has secured a €60 million contract to deliver “Roihu,” Finland’s new national supercomputer, which will triple the country’s current computing capacity and significantly enhance AI performance. Built on the BullSequana XH3000 platform, … Read the full press release

Sweco to Design Landmark Hospital for Kiruna’s Relocation and Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Sweco has been commissioned by Region Norrbotten to design and plan a new regional hospital as part of Kiruna’s relocation three kilometers east due to the expansion of its iron ore mine. The hospital, expected to be completed … Read the full press release

Symrise Aims for Full Ownership of Probi to Strengthen Leadership in Health Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Symrise, a global leader in health and nutrition solutions, has made a public cash offer to acquire the remaining shares of Probi AB, a biotics solutions company listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Already holding a 69.7% stake in Probi, … Read the full press release

Sandvik Achieves #5 Spot in Europe 500 Web Ranking and Tops Industry Category for Third Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Sandvik has ranked #5 in Comprend’s 2024 Europe 500 web ranking, which evaluates the online presence of Europe’s largest companies by market capitalization, and retained its top position in the “Industrial Goods and Services” category for the third … Read the full press release

Fresenius Kabi Highlights Commitment to Combating Antimicrobial Resistance During AMR Awareness Week

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Kabi is addressing the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which causes millions of deaths annually, through sustainable manufacturing, improved antibiotic access, and promoting responsible use. During AMR Awareness Week, the company highlighted its commitment to reducing … Read the full press release

TRATON Charging Solutions Marks One Year of Advancing Electric Commercial Vehicle Infrastructure Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) TRATON Charging Solutions, the eMobility Service Provider for TRATON GROUP brands like Scania and MAN, has achieved significant progress in its first year, offering over 400 charging points across 150 locations in 19 European countries. It simplifies charging … Read the full press release

Scania Unveils “Complete Fleet” Digital Services for Mixed-Brand Haulage Fleets

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched the Complete Fleet concept, a digital service enabling haulage companies to integrate and manage mixed-brand and multi-fuel fleets, including trailers, through its unified digital ecosystem. Accessible via the My Scania platform, it offers services like … Read the full press release

Siemens and Infineon Partner to Revolutionize Embedded Software for Next-Generation Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software has partnered with Infineon Technologies to integrate Siemens’ AUTOSAR-based Capital™ Embedded AR Classic software with Infineon’s advanced AURIX™ TC4x microcontrollers. This collaboration aims to create production-ready embedded ECU software for next-generation Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Advances Multi-Class Soft-Kill System to Counter Guided Missile Threats

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has been awarded a follow-on contract by the U.S. Army to advance its Multi-Class Soft-Kill System (MCSKS), enhancing protection for ground combat vehicles against guided missiles and related threats. The program will further develop the laser-based … Read the full press release

Eni Launches HPC6: A Breakthrough in Supercomputing to Accelerate Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Eni has launched HPC6, a cutting-edge supercomputer with a peak performance of 606 PFlop/s, ranking fifth globally and first in Europe for industrial use. HPC6 supports Eni’s decarbonization and energy transition efforts by enhancing CO2 storage research, biofuel … Read the full press release

Kjell Gruner Appointed CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Set to Begin December 12, 2024

(IN BRIEF) Kjell Gruner has been named President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America and CEO of the Volkswagen Brand North America, effective December 12, 2024. He replaces Pablo Di Si, who stepped down, with interim leadership by Gerrit … Read the full press release

MFB Commits €20 Million to EIF-Led Three Seas Initiative Innovation Fund to Support Central and Eastern European Businesses

(IN BRIEF) The MFB Hungarian Development Bank has pledged €20 million to the 3SI Innovation Fund, which is led by the European Investment Fund (EIF). The fund, targeting growth-stage businesses in Central and Eastern Europe, aims to raise €180 million … Read the full press release

DHL Global Connectedness Tracker Reveals Resilience of Globalization Amid Geopolitical Shifts

(IN BRIEF) The DHL Global Connectedness Tracker 2024 reveals that globalization remains strong, with international trade reaching near record levels. It highlights the growing role of unaligned countries in global trade, the continued expansion of information flows, and the resilience … Read the full press release

Bentley Home Opens First UAE Showroom in Dubai, Celebrating 11 Years of Luxury Design

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Home has opened its first showroom in the UAE, located in the Dubai Mall Zabeel, marking the brand’s 11th anniversary. The showroom features a selection of Bentley Home’s latest collections alongside classic pieces, all crafted with luxury … Read the full press release

Prudential Unveils AI Lab in Singapore to Drive Innovation and AI Adoption

(IN BRIEF) Prudential has launched the Prudential AI Lab in Singapore to accelerate the integration of AI technologies across its operations, aiming to enhance customer experience, streamline services, and promote innovation. The Lab will collaborate with government agencies, academic institutions, … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Introduces Magenta AI for Effortless, AI-Powered Information Discovery

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched Magenta AI within its MeinMagenta app, offering users an AI-powered solution for real-time, direct answers to complex questions. Developed in partnership with Perplexity, this feature not only provides responses but also curates articles in … Read the full press release

IPTO Joins ENCS to Strengthen Cybersecurity in Greece’s Power Grid

(IN BRIEF) The Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO) of Greece has joined the European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) as a full member. This partnership will allow IPTO to contribute to ENCS’s cybersecurity strategies and benefit from its expertise in … Read the full press release

Siemens Partners with UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure for Landmark Decarbonization Program

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has partnered with the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure to retrofit 60 government buildings with energy-efficient technologies as part of a decarbonization program aligned with the UAE’s net-zero emissions goal by 2050. The program aims to … Read the full press release

LANXESS Helps De Watergroep Tackle PFAS Contamination with Mobile Water Treatment Plant in Belgium

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS has supplied its Lewatit TP 108 DW ion exchange resin for De Watergroep’s mobile water treatment plant in Brussels, Belgium, aimed at removing PFAS contamination from drinking water. The modular plant, operational since May 2024, can treat … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Kicks Off Production of eActros 600, Key Milestone for Sustainable Transport

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz is set to begin the series production of its battery-electric eActros 600 at the Wörth plant on November 22, 2024, marking a major step in reducing CO2 emissions from long-haul transport. The production of key components for … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Researchers Recognized Among World’s Most Influential in 2024 Rankings

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has achieved significant recognition with 15 of its academics, and four affiliated researchers, included in Clarivate Analytics’ Highly Cited Researchers 2024 report. The rankings highlight individuals whose research, spanning the past decade, has had … Read the full press release

New IDTechEx Report Predicts Regulatory Shifts Will Transform the Electric Light Commercial Vehicle Market

(IN BRIEF) A new report from market intelligence firm IDTechEx, Electric Light Commercial Vehicles 2025-2045: Markets, Players, Forecasts, predicts significant growth for electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs), forecasting sales to surpass 11 million units by 2045. The report highlights how … Read the full press release

SEGRO Collaborates with Bouygues Bâtiment Industrie to Transform Historic Les Gobelins Station into Sustainable Urban Logistics Hub

(IN BRIEF) SEGRO has partnered with Bouygues Bâtiment Industrie to redevelop the historic Les Gobelins railway station in Paris into an innovative urban logistics hub, set to open in 2025. Spanning 75,000 m² and featuring modular units, the SEGRO Paris … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Strengthens Partnership with Pamplona through EUR 1.2 Million Traffic Management Contract

(IN BRIEF) The city of Pamplona has awarded a EUR 1.2 million contract to Kapsch TrafficCom to maintain its traffic management system. The agreement, initially set for 14.5 months with options for annual extensions, involves servicing roadside hardware, including traffic … Read the full press release

Dutch Research Council Allocates €1.5 Million for Innovative Science Communication Projects

(IN BRIEF) The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has announced €1.5 million in funding for science communication projects that strengthen connections between science and society. Open to professionals from research institutions, museums, and public organizations, the funding encourages innovative approaches that … Read the full press release

Bord Gáis Energy Acquires Swyft Energy to Boost Solar PV Solutions and Drive Renewable Transition

(IN BRIEF) Bord Gáis Energy has acquired Swyft Energy, a leading Irish solar PV provider, to enhance its green energy offerings for residential, business, and agricultural customers. This acquisition, subject to regulatory approval, strengthens Bord Gáis Energy’s capabilities with Swyft … Read the full press release

Study Highlights Elevated Bleeding Risks When Combining Anticoagulants with NSAIDs

(IN BRIEF) Research published in the European Heart Journal reveals that combining anticoagulants with NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, diclofenac, or naproxen, significantly increases the risk of internal bleeding. The study, involving over 51,000 patients in Denmark, found that the bleeding … Read the full press release

Katalist Launches as First Book & Claim System to Decarbonize Maritime Shipping

(IN BRIEF) The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) and RMI have launched Katalist, the first book & claim system for maritime shipping, enabling cargo owners and forwarders to reduce their carbon footprint without requiring a direct … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso Receives EU Recommendation as First Targeted Therapy for Unresectable EGFR-Mutated Lung Cancer

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso (osimertinib) has been recommended for approval in the EU for treating adult patients with unresectable, locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR mutations who have not experienced disease progression after platinum-based chemoradiation therapy. This … Read the full press release

Thales Delivers Cutting-Edge ForceShield System to Strengthen Portugal’s Air Defence

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed a landmark contract with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to provide its ForceShield air defence system to the Portuguese Army. This first-ever ForceShield contract with a European Union country aims to enhance Portugal’s … Read the full press release

Accenture and ETS Unite to Tackle Global Skills Gap with AI-Driven Talent Management Solution

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and ETS are partnering to launch an innovative talent management solution designed to bridge the global skills gap by integrating ETS’s AI-driven measurement tools, such as Futurenav™, with Accenture’s LearnVantage platform. This end-to-end system will enable organizations … Read the full press release

Alstom Highlights Vision for Urban Mobility at Rail Live! 2024 in Zaragoza

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, will participate in Rail Live! 2024, Spain’s premier railway sector event, on November 26-27 in Zaragoza. The event, focusing on discussions about the future of rail, will feature Alstom … Read the full press release

Atos Unveils Sovereign AI Platform: Revolutionizing On-Premises AI with Data Privacy and Sovereignty

(IN BRIEF) Atos has launched the Sovereign AI Platform, an advanced solution for public and private organizations to develop and maintain AI and generative AI (GenAI) models on-premises, ensuring data sovereignty, privacy, and low latency. Built on Dell Technologies’ GenAI … Read the full press release

EIB Supports €1 Billion Laakso Joint Hospital Project in Helsinki with €100 Million Initial Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided an initial €100 million loan for the construction of the €1 billion Laakso Joint Hospital in Helsinki, which will integrate psychiatric, neurological, geriatric, and palliative care services for 1.7 million Uusimaa … Read the full press release