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Bosch and CARIAD Develop AI-Driven Software Stack for Level 2 and 3 Automated Driving with 2026 Launch Target

(IN BRIEF) Bosch and CARIAD are advancing their Automated Driving Alliance by creating an AI-powered software stack for Level 2 and Level 3 automated driving, with a production rollout targeted for mid-2026. Developed entirely in-house with proprietary IP, the system … Read the full press release

SCHOTT Pharma Sets New Standard with ISO-Compliant Ready-to-Use Polymer Cartridge for Biologics

IN BRIEF) SCHOTT Pharma has introduced the SCHOTT TOPPAC® cartridge, the first ready-to-use polymer cartridge to meet ISO dimensions, offering exceptional dimensional precision and broad device compatibility for injection systems such as pens. Made from COC and designed for sensitive … Read the full press release

CPB Contractors to Deliver Key Section of Melbourne’s Eastern Freeway Upgrade Connecting to North East Link

(IN BRIEF) CPB Contractors, part of CIMIC Group, will deliver the Eastern Freeway upgrades from Tram Road to Springvale Road as part of the Synergy consortium with BMD Constructions and Arup. The project will create new lanes, improve ramps, add … Read the full press release

Ingka Investments Backs China’s Re-mall to Expand High-Quality Plastic Recycling Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Ingka Investments, part of Ingka Group—the largest IKEA retailer—has made its first Chinese investment in the circular economy with growth capital for Re-mall, a leading recycler of post-consumer packaging waste in China. Using proprietary technology, Re-mall produces transparent … Read the full press release

Expro Achieves Industry First with Fully Remote Five-Plug Cementing Operation in Saudi Arabia

(IN BRIEF) Expro has set a new industry benchmark by completing the world’s first fully remote five-plug cementing operation in Saudi Arabia, using its Generation-X™ Remote Plug Launcher and SkyHook™ cement-line make-up device. The automated solution eliminated red-zone entry and … Read the full press release

BBVA Leads Banking Sector in Early Integration of OpenAI’s GPT-5 to Transform Operations

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has become one of the first banks in the world to adopt OpenAI’s GPT-5, a next-generation language model offering major advances in reasoning, contextual understanding, and technical problem-solving. Highlighted by OpenAI during the model’s global launch, BBVA … Read the full press release

EQT to Take Control of Remember in Landmark KRW 500 Billion Deal to Boost Asia HR Tech Leadership

(IN BRIEF) EQT, via its BPEA Private Equity Fund VIII, will acquire a controlling stake in Remember & Company, one of South Korea’s fastest-growing AI-based HR technology platforms, in a KRW 500 billion (USD 400 million) deal. The acquisition, which … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Appoints Michael Diederich to Strengthen Corporate Bank Leadership in Germany and Globally

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank has named Michael Diederich as Global Co-Head of its Corporate Bank, starting October, to work alongside David Lynne. With over 20 years of experience in corporate and investment banking, including senior leadership roles at UniCredit and … Read the full press release

Amolf Scientist Wins ZonMW Off Road Grant to Unravel Immune System’s Molecular Brakes

(IN BRIEF) Amolf researcher Megan Farrell has received the Off Road grant from ZonMW to study how the immune system’s inhibitory receptors act as brakes to prevent autoimmune responses. Using cutting-edge microscopy, she will track these receptors in real time … Read the full press release

University of Exeter study urges reversal of Rohingya aid cuts and restoration of citizenship rights

(IN BRIEF) University of Exeter research led by Professor Klejda Mulaj warns that the Rohingya face “social death” whether they return to Myanmar or remain in refugee camps, and calls for urgent reversal of aid cuts and collaboration with Bangladesh … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom to deliver and operate advanced tolling system for Melbourne’s North East Link Tollway

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has been awarded the contract to deliver and operate the tolling infrastructure for Melbourne’s North East Link Tollway, part of Victoria’s AUD 90 billion Big Build program. The project will connect the M80 Ring Road to … Read the full press release

DNV and RSI release study on decarbonizing Europe’s ageing short sea dry bulk fleet

(IN BRIEF) DNV and the Responsible Shipping Initiative have published a study on decarbonizing the short sea dry bulk fleet, revealing that limited incentives for smaller vessels are slowing progress toward IMO 2050 goals. Many ships in the ageing European … Read the full press release

Encavis acquires turnkey 34 MW wind project from PNE AG to power over 22,000 households

(IN BRIEF) PNE AG has sold its under-construction Sundern-Allendorf wind farm in Sauerland to Encavis AG. The 34 MW project, featuring five 6.8 MW turbines, will supply around 22,800 households with renewable electricity once operational in the first half of … Read the full press release

Continental Tires EMEA appoints Alena Bauer to lead unified PR and internal communications team

(IN BRIEF) Continental Tires EMEA has merged its internal and external communications teams to create an integrated structure for its tire replacement business in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Alena Bauer, who has 15 years of international communications experience … Read the full press release

BBVA surpasses 1,000 data scientists and launches dual career paths to foster AI expertise and leadership

(IN BRIEF) BBVA now employs over 1,000 data scientists and has introduced a career model that enables them to grow professionally while continuing to focus on technical specialization. This new framework offers equal advancement opportunities through management roles or the … Read the full press release

UBS exits Net-Zero Banking Alliance while advancing in-house sustainability and climate strategies

(IN BRIEF) UBS has withdrawn from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance after an annual review of its sustainability-related memberships, citing strengthened internal capabilities and the maturity of decarbonization frameworks as reasons for its decision. The bank, a founding member of the … Read the full press release

UBS to renovate San Juan office with sustainability-focused design in celebration of 60 years in Puerto Rico

(IN BRIEF) UBS will complete a major renovation of its San Juan office by early 2026, creating a modern, sustainable space for clients and employees. The redesign will incorporate eco-friendly materials, high-performance textiles, and resilient surfaces to support adaptability and … Read the full press release

Empa appoints Jakob Schwiedrzik to lead Laboratory for High-Performance Ceramics and drive innovation in advanced materials

(IN BRIEF) Jakob Schwiedrzik has been appointed head of Empa’s Laboratory for High-Performance Ceramics, bringing interdisciplinary expertise in mechanical engineering, biomechanics, and materials science. A long-time Empa researcher and leader of the Architectured Materials group, Schwiedrzik focuses on improving ceramic … Read the full press release

NORMA Group secures major order for new stainless steel quad cable cleat in large-scale data center project

(IN BRIEF) NORMA Group has introduced a corrosion-resistant stainless steel quad cable cleat designed for large-scale electrical projects such as data centers. Launched in December 2024 and produced in Changzhou, China, the cleat can secure up to four cables at … Read the full press release

Schindler to equip Bogotá’s first metro line with fully accessible elevators and heavy-duty escalators

(IN BRIEF) Schindler will serve as the exclusive supplier of all elevators and escalators for Line 1 of Bogotá’s first metro system, a fully automated, driverless transit network expected to transport over one million passengers daily by 2028. The 23.9-kilometer … Read the full press release