(IN BRIEF) BASF is launching its first Care 360° Sustainability Days, a virtual event from September 17-19, 2024, aimed at fostering collaboration with industry leaders in the Personal Care, Home Care, I&I, and Industrial Formulators sectors. The event will focus … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Technology
Tagged BASF, Care 360° Sustainability Days, Dr. Matthias Maase, net-zero, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Borealis and Infinium have formed a strategic partnership to produce low-carbon plastics using Infinium’s eNaphtha, a sustainable feedstock made from captured CO2 emissions. This collaboration aims to reduce the carbon footprint of polyolefins, a type of plastic widely … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Chemicals, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Borealis, eNaphtha, Infinium, low-carbon, Mirjam Mayer, partnership, Plastics Revolution, polyolefins, Robert Schuetzle, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Smart Infrastructure has launched the SIVACON 8MF1, the first industrial control cabinets made entirely from green steel. Produced by Alpha Verteilertechnik in Germany, these cabinets are manufactured using 100% scrap metal and wind power, resulting in a … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Alpha Verteilertechnik, CO₂ emissions, Eco-Friendly Control Cabinets, Germany, partnership, Siemens, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Škoda has unveiled its new Elroq vehicle, which emphasizes sustainability through the use of advanced, eco-friendly materials in its interior design. The Elroq incorporates innovative materials such as Recytitan, made from recycled PET and post-consumer clothing, and Technofil, … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Czech Republic, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Eco-Friendly Interiors, Elroq, recycled materials, Recytitan, ŠKODA, sustainability, Technofil
(IN BRIEF) A pioneering research project in Eastern Switzerland, led by the Institute for Mobility (IMO-HSG) and partnered with OSTWIND, TIER, SBB, and local authorities, is exploring the integration of public transport with shared micromobility options like e-bikes and e-scooters. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Switzerland, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged AGGLO St.Gallen-Bodensee, Christian Stieger, City of St.Gallen, Dr. Philipp Scharfenberger, e-bikes, e-scooters, Innovative Mobility, Institute for Mobility (IMO-HSG), Matthias Brüning, micromobility, OSTWIND, partnership, public transport, SBB, sustainability, Switzerland, TIER, University of St. Gallen
(IN BRIEF) The Empa Summer Camp 2024 in Zurich offered 24 children of Empa employees a week-long immersive experience in STEM education. The camp featured hands-on workshops in engineering and materials science, encouraging creativity and problem-solving. The program balanced scientific … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged 2024 Summer Camp, Empa, Hands-On Learning, Peter Ebschner, STEM Innovators
(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA Mobile, Türkiye’s leading private-sector banking app, saw over 2.7 billion logins in the first half of 2024, reflecting its rapid growth and widespread use among over 15.5 million active users. The app’s extensive features and user-friendly … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Spain, Technology, Turkey
Tagged BBVA, digital banking, Garanti BBVA, mobile app, Murat Çağrı Süzer, partnership, sustainability, Türkiye
(IN BRIEF) The EY-Databricks Alliance has been recognized for the second consecutive year as the 2024 Databricks Financial Services Partner of the Year. This award highlights the partnership’s success in delivering innovative data, analytics, and AI solutions to the financial … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Awards, Databricks, EY, Financial, Junta Nakai, partnership, Scott Keipper, sustainability, USA
(IN BRIEF) NIRAS, in partnership with the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and the European Union (EU), successfully launched “The Climate Show” in Seychelles, marking the first time this innovative climate awareness event has been brought to the Indian Ocean region. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Denmark, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and the European Union (EU), NIRAS, partnership, Regional Climate Action, Seychelles, sustainability, The Climate Show, YOUTH
(IN BRIEF) The “World of Volvo,” Scandinavia’s largest wooden building, has been completed in Gothenburg, showcasing Lindner Scandinavia’s expertise in sustainable construction. The project, which features innovative wooden facades and interiors, is a new architectural landmark designed to embody the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged 'World of Volvo, Lindner, partnership, Scandinavia, sustainability, Sweden, Wooden Structure
(IN BRIEF) Brenntag has expanded its presence in Brazil’s Life Science market with the acquisition of specialty chemicals distributors PIC and PharmaSpecial. The deal, which adds an Applications & Innovation Center and two laboratories to Brenntag’s network, will enhance its … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged acquisition, Brazil, Brenntag, Fabio Morais, François Bleger, Life Science Market, partnership, PIC and PharmaSpecial, sustainability, Switzerland, Torsten Walz
(IN BRIEF) PUMA has been recognized as one of Europe’s top ten Climate Leaders by the Financial Times, achieving its highest-ever ranking of eighth place. The company’s early achievement of its climate goals and new ambitious targets for 2030 highlight … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Sports, Technology
Tagged Anne-Laure Descours, Awards, Climate Leaders, Europe, Financial Times, leadership, PUMA, sports, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) voestalpine is expanding its Indiana facility by 15,000 square meters and doubling its production capacity to 80,000 tons, following major orders from global truck manufacturers. The EUR 70 million (USD 78 million) investment will create 110 new jobs … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Construction, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Carola Richter, Herbert Eibensteiner, partnership, sustainability, Truck Manufacturers, USA, voestalpine
(IN BRIEF) Dr. Xu Dai of the University of Liverpool has been awarded the prestigious RAEng/Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship for his pioneering work in structural fire engineering. His research focuses on understanding and mitigating fire-induced structural collapses, with the goal … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Awards, Dr. Xu Dai, Innovative Fire Engineering Research, leadership, Professor Anne Trefethen FREng, Royal Academy Fellowship, University of Liverpool
(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool and the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) have formalized their collaboration with a Memorandum of Understanding, aimed at expanding their joint research efforts in manufacturing innovation. Building on a history of successful partnerships, the two … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A new study highlights the severe impact of deforestation on African montane forests, where the loss of tree cover has led to significant increases in temperature and cloud levels, threatening water resources and biodiversity. The research underscores the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Finland, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Africa, biodiversity, Climate Change Impact, deforestation, Montane Forests, partnership, Prof. Petri Pellikka, sustainability, University of Helsinki, water resources
(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Warwick have identified new organic compounds that could replace conventional plastics, offering a sustainable solution amid growing environmental concerns. The study, led by Prof. Dr. ir. Stefan Bon, explores the potential of hydrophobic … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) A new £12 million Applied Shipbuilding Academy has opened in Glasgow, designed to train and develop the next generation of shipbuilders. Located at BAE Systems’ Scotstoun shipyard, the facility will provide hands-on training and lifelong learning opportunities for … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged BAE Systems, Glasgow, Maritime Engineering, partnership, Paul Feely, Rod Paterson, Shipbuilding Academy, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a 270 million Euro contract to lead a consortium in delivering the power supply system for Singapore’s Cross Island Line. The project will include the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of advanced electrical systems, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Siemens is launching new enhancements to its Gridscale X software suite, aimed at helping Transmission System Operators (TSOs) manage the complexities of the energy transition. Unveiled at the CIGRE Paris Session 2024, the new tools—“Gridscale X Protection Data … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has extended its partnership with ESL FACEIT Group, continuing its role as the Official Logistics Partner for major esports events and expanding its involvement with the Snapdragon Pro Series and DreamHack festivals. The collaboration enhances DHL’s … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) New research demonstrates that combining genetic diversity data with demographic information provides a more accurate prediction of extinction risks in natural populations. The study, conducted on the Glanville fritillary butterfly, shows that while genetic diversity is important, its … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Synology has partnered with Gandalf Distribution AB to expand its reach across the Nordic region, including Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland. This collaboration will improve the availability and support of Synology’s advanced data management solutions, leveraging Gandalf … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Denmark, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Iceland, Industrial, Investment, Latvia, Management, News, Norway, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Denmark, ELKO, Finland, Gandalf Distribution AB, Iceland, Jeremie Francois, Marcus Tillberg, Norway, partnership, sustainability, Sweden, Synology, Taiwan
(IN BRIEF) Turkcell has successfully completed a trial of Ericsson’s 5G Cloud RAN technology, becoming one of the first telecom operators globally to explore this advanced solution. The deployment marks a significant step in Turkcell’s network modernization efforts, enhancing flexibility … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) ETH Zurich has opened a new research facility on Basel’s Schällemätteli life science campus, housing the Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering. The state-of-the-art building is designed to foster collaboration and innovation in experimental biology, bioinformatics, and bioengineering. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Science, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Basel, Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering (BSS), ETH Zurich, High-Tech Research Facility, life sciences, partnership, sustainability, Sven Panke
(IN BRIEF) Symrise has opened an expanded Sales and R&D hub in Beijing to better serve the growing food and beverage market in Northern China. The 800 sqm facility includes advanced laboratories for beverage, dairy, culinary, and snack applications, designed … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Technology
Tagged Beijing, INNOVATION, Northern China, partnership, R&D Hub, Robert Marti, sustainability, Symrise, Walter Ribeiro
(IN BRIEF) EQT Private Capital Asia, through its BPEA Private Equity Fund VIII, has announced the acquisition of PropertyGuru Group Limited, a leading PropTech company in Southeast Asia. This move strengthens EQT’s portfolio in the digital real estate sector, providing … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Real Estate, Sweden, Technology
Tagged acquisition, EQT, EQT Private Capital Asia, partnership, PropertyGuru, PropTech Firm, real estate, Southeast Asian, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) EQT Infrastructure VI has acquired KJ Environment and its affiliated companies in South Korea to create a leading waste management platform focused on plastic recycling and waste-to-energy. This acquisition aligns with EQT’s strategy of investing in sustainable infrastructure … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Technology
Tagged acquisition, EQT, KJ Environment, partnership, Sang Jun Suh, South Korea, sustainability, waste management
(IN BRIEF) The University of St.Gallen (HSG) will participate in the Eastern Switzerland Education Exhibition (OBA) from August 29 to September 1, 2024, at the St.Gallen Olma halls. HSG will showcase six apprenticeship programs, including roles like Information and Documentation … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) IKEA is expanding its use of AI-powered drones to automate inventory management across its warehouses in Europe and North America. After successful testing in Belgium, the drones will now operate 24/7, freeing up employees for other tasks and … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Retail, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged AI-powered, Drones, IKEA, Ingka, inventory management, Marcus Baumgartner, Parag Parekh, partnership, safety, sustainability, Tommy Niemierowski, Warehouse Operations, well-being
(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer has been named a Leader in the Nucleus Research Supply Chain Planning Technology Value Matrix for the fourth consecutive year. The company’s CCH Tagetik platform is recognized for its integration of supply chain, financial, and operational … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Science, Technology
Tagged AI, Awards, CCH Tagetik Platform, Charles Brennan, innovations, leadership, Nucleus Research Supply Chain Planning (SCP) Technology Value Matrix, Ralf Gärtner, supply chain planning, Wolters Kluwer
(IN BRIEF) Adyen has expanded into India, receiving authorization from the Reserve Bank of India to operate as an Online Payment Aggregator. The expansion includes launching local payment processing capabilities and establishing a technology hub in Bengaluru. Adyen’s platform enables … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Technology
Tagged Aditya Khullar, Adyen, Bengaluru Tech Hub, INDIA, Indian market, Ingo Uytdehaage, partnership, payment processing, Reserve Bank of India, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Adyen and BMW Group have expanded their partnership to include point-of-sale (POS) payment solutions at BMW Welt and the BMW Museum in Munich. This extension builds on their successful e-commerce collaboration, ensuring a seamless payment experience for BMW … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Banks, Business, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Technology
Tagged Adyen, Alexa von Bismarck, BMW Group, BMW Museum, BMW Welt, E-Commerce, Germany, In-Person Payments, Netherland, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) LANXESS has announced that its disinfectant, Rely+On Virkon, has been proven effective against the Mpox virus, following the WHO’s declaration of an international health emergency due to rising infections in Central and East Africa. The disinfectant is crucial … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged central Africa, East Africa, Emergency Alert, LANXESS, Mpox virus, partnership, Rely+On Virkon, Roy van Wel, sustainability, World Health Organization’s (WHO)
(IN BRIEF) Prudential and Google Cloud have partnered to launch an AI Lab in Singapore, focused on developing AI-driven solutions to enhance customer experiences, improve healthcare access, and optimize operations in the insurance sector. The Lab will empower Prudential’s 15,000 … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Insurance, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Africa, AI Lab, ASIA, Google Cloud, Healthcare, insurance, partnership, Prudential, Singapore, sustainability, Thomas Kurian
(IN BRIEF) DLG (German Agricultural Society) has implemented Deutsche Telekom’s “transcribbyAI” to provide real-time transcription and translation in over 100 languages at its international trade fairs. This AI-driven tool enhances accessibility, particularly for participants with hearing impairments, and reduces costs … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, International Trade, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Telecom
Tagged accessibility, AI-powered, Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft, Deutsche Telekom, German Agricultural Society (DLG), Marcus Vagt, trade fair, transcribbyAI, Transcription Tool, translation
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has invested €50 million in Nine Realms’ new venture capital fund, Nine Realms Fund I K/S, which aims to raise €200 million to support early-stage companies focused on sustainable supply chain technology. The … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged EIF, Europe, Germany, INNOVATION, Marjut Falkstedt, Nine Realms, partnership, Sune Stilling, supply chain, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) 50Hertz has received approval from the Federal Network Agency (BNetzA) to upgrade the Thuringian section of the 380-kV Mecklar-Vieselbach overhead line by converting it to high-temperature conductors. This decision, issued ahead of schedule, allows 50Hertz to increase the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged 50Hertz, Federal Network Agency (BNetzA), High-Temperature Conductors, Mecklar-Vieselbach, partnership, sustainability, Sylvia Borcherding
(IN BRIEF) The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has awarded £7.4 million in fellowships to 11 early career researchers, supporting projects in environmental science areas such as sea level rise, coral reef dynamics, and climate prediction. These prestigious fellowships aim … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Anna-Lena Deppenmeier, Awards, Beatriz Recinos, Chancey MacDonald, Charlotte Spencer-Jones, Elsa Panciroli, environmental science, Evelyn Keaveney, Fellowships, James Keane, leadership, Lewis Jones, Milan Klöwer, NERC, partnership, Professor Louise Heathwaite, Stephen Hicks, sustainability, Swaroop Chakraborty, UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
(IN BRIEF) PUMA has announced leadership changes to bolster its presence in the GCC and surrounding regions. Johan Kuhlo has been appointed as Managing Director for the GCC, overseeing key markets like the UAE and Saudi Arabia, effective September 1. … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Germany, Government, Industrial, Management, News, Sports, Technology, Turkey
Tagged appointments, Arne Freundt, GCC, Johan Kuhlo, leadership, Middle East, Peter Dangl, PUMA, Taner Seyis, Turkey
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