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SGS Named Innovator in Verdantix Green Quadrant for Leading ESG and Sustainability Services

(IN BRIEF) SGS has been recognized as an Innovator in Verdantix’s Green Quadrant report for ESG and Sustainability Assurance Services. This endorsement, aligned with the launch of SGS’s IMPACT NOW for sustainability suite, reinforces the company’s commitment to driving sustainability … Read the full press release

SGS and SkyeBase Introduce Drone-Based Ultrasonic Tool to Transform Industrial Inspections for Safety and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) SGS, in partnership with SkyeBase, has launched the Elios 3 UT Probe, a cutting-edge drone-mounted tool for ultrasonic thickness (UT) measurements. This technology allows safe, precise inspections in elevated or difficult-to-reach locations without the need for scaffolding or … Read the full press release

Centrica and First Bus Partner to Expand EV Charging Access, Advancing UK Fleet Decarbonisation

(IN BRIEF) Centrica and First Bus have launched a partnership granting Centrica access to First Bus’s EV charging infrastructure, beginning at the Leicester depot. This collaboration supports both companies’ emission reduction targets and allows Centrica engineers to extend service reach … Read the full press release

Metso Rebrands Sustainability Initiative as ‘Metso Plus’ to Boost Eco-Friendly Innovation and Support EU Regulations

(IN BRIEF) Metso has rebranded its Planet Positive initiative as “Metso Plus” to support customers’ sustainability goals and align with evolving EU regulations. Launched in 2021, this initiative now includes over 100 products designed to improve energy and water efficiency, … Read the full press release

Metso and Dowa Host International Congress in Japan to Advance Recycling and Smelting Innovations

(IN BRIEF) Metso and Dowa Group’s Kosaka Smelting & Refining Co., Ltd. are hosting the 2nd International Ausmelt® TSL Licensees Congress in Japan, bringing together around 50 global industry professionals to discuss developments in recycling, the circular economy, and e-waste. … Read the full press release

Continental Tops European Tire Tests with Leading Performance in Winter and All-Season Categories

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s tires have excelled in European tire tests, winning 15 first-place rankings across various publications and automobile clubs. Their WinterContact series, including the TS 870 for small and midsize cars and the TS 870 P for more powerful … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures Major Order for Advanced Sensor Cleaning Pumps in Autonomous Vehicle Market Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has received a multimillion-euro order from a major German automaker to supply its electric vapor pumps, which have been innovatively adapted for sensor cleaning in autonomous vehicles. Initially developed for emissions control, this technology now ensures that … Read the full press release

Maritime Sector Embraces Cyber Risk for Innovation as DNV Calls for Enhanced Security Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) A new report by DNV reveals that a majority of maritime professionals (61%) are willing to accept greater cyber risks to enable innovation and digital transformation. With growing reliance on technologies like AI, IoT, and satellite communications, cyber … Read the full press release

EIF Invests €90 Million to Boost Portugal’s Tech Start-ups and Strengthen Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €90 million to three venture capital funds focused on accelerating the growth of tech start-ups in Portugal’s deep tech and cybersecurity sectors. This investment, announced at the 2024 Web Summit in … Read the full press release

Sandvik Innovation Prize 2024 Awarded for Groundbreaking CT67/CT55 Thread Technology

(IN BRIEF) The Sandvik Innovation Prize for 2024 has been awarded to a team from Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions for their innovative work on the CT67/CT55 thread concept. The team, led by Anders Nordberg, Tomas Jansson, Andreas Norman, and … Read the full press release

Porsche Launches Four-Week Bug Bounty Program to Strengthen Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) After a successful pilot in 2023, Porsche is launching a four-week Bug Bounty program to further improve the security of its products and services. The program invites ethical hackers to identify and report vulnerabilities before they can be … Read the full press release

Nordex Group to Supply 19 Cold-Climate Turbines for Wind Farm in Québec

(IN BRIEF) The Nordex Group has secured an order to supply 19 N163/5.X turbines for a wind farm in Québec, Canada. These turbines, designed for cold climates, will be mounted on 125-meter-high steel towers and are scheduled for delivery in … Read the full press release

GEA Powers World’s Largest Wastewater Treatment Facility in Egypt with Energy-Efficient Decanter Technology

(IN BRIEF) GEA has supplied six advanced biosolids Decanter prime 8000 dewatering units to Egypt’s West Delta Wastewater Treatment Plant, the world’s largest facility of its kind. Located near Cairo, the plant treats up to 7.5 million cubic meters of … Read the full press release

KSB Group Introduces BOATRONIC 100 MOD to Streamline Energy-Efficient Monitoring for Building Systems

(IN BRIEF) KSB Group has launched the BOATRONIC 100 MOD measuring computer, a compact solution designed to meet Germany’s updated Buildings Energy Act (GEG 2024) requirements. When paired with the BOA-Control IMS valve, it enables efficient monitoring of key metrics … Read the full press release

AI Collaboration Between GFT and NVIDIA Aims to Transform Banking and Manufacturing with Custom Solutions

(IN BRIEF) GFT Technologies has partnered with NVIDIA to introduce advanced AI solutions to the financial services and manufacturing industries. This collaboration will use NVIDIA’s AI software and computing tools along with GFT’s industry expertise to develop applications like digital … Read the full press release

HENSOLDT Secures Contract to Equip Bundeswehr’s Fennek Vehicles with Advanced BAA III Sensor Technology for Enhanced Reconnaissance

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT has been awarded a contract to upgrade the sensor technology on 90 Fennek vehicles for the Bundeswehr, enhancing their reconnaissance and targeting capabilities. The upgrades include transitioning scout and Joint Fire Support Team vehicles to the advanced … Read the full press release

BASF to Launch Industrial-Scale 3D-Printed Catalyst Production to Boost Green Transformation Efforts

(IN BRIEF) BASF is expanding its production capacity for its advanced X3D® catalyst technology, which utilizes 3D printing to create high-performance catalysts that improve reactor efficiency and reduce energy use. The first industrial-scale X3D production plant is set to open … Read the full press release

Siemens’ Industrial Copilot Brings AI-Powered Efficiency to Engineering and Manufacturing, Welcoming thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering as a Global Partner

(IN BRIEF) Siemens’ Industrial Copilot, the first generative AI assistant designed for industrial engineering, has expanded its capabilities, gaining thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering as a global customer. New features include multimodal inputs, agent-based automation, and an on-premises solution to ensure data … Read the full press release

MDC Expands Global Leadership with Acquisition of Lighteum to Advance Medical Device Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) MDC has completed the acquisition of Lighteum, a leader in nitinol-based medical component manufacturing, expanding its capabilities in the medical device industry. The acquisition combines MDC’s expertise in platinum group metals and micromachining with Lighteum’s advanced nitinol processing … Read the full press release

New Holland Construction Helps Denmark Achieve Sustainability Goals with Electric Mini Excavators at Roskilde Technical School

(IN BRIEF) New Holland Construction is supporting Denmark’s sustainability goals by providing electric mini excavators to Roskilde Technical School. These zero-emission machines are used by students in landscaping and construction projects, helping them gain the skills needed for future eco-friendly … Read the full press release

Nemetschek Group Wins Big at the 2024 Construction Computing Awards, Recognizing Graphisoft and Vectorworks for Excellence in Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The Nemetschek Group earned multiple accolades at the 2024 Construction Computing Awards, with its brands Graphisoft and Vectorworks taking home prestigious honors. Graphisoft’s Archicad won the “BIM Product of the Year 2024” for the 14th consecutive time, while … Read the full press release

Kayana Solutions and Accenture Collaborate to Launch Digital Factory for Accelerated Innovation in the Philippines

(IN BRIEF) Kayana Solutions Inc. has partnered with Accenture to create a digital factory aimed at boosting digital product development for the MVP Group. The collaboration seeks to deliver personalized experiences for Filipino consumers and businesses by combining Accenture’s expertise … Read the full press release

Stora Enso’s Katajanokan Laituri: Helsinki’s Largest Mass Timber Building Sets a New Standard for Sustainable Urban Development

(IN BRIEF) Katajanokan Laituri, completed in the summer of 2024, is a sustainable urban regeneration project in Helsinki’s South Harbour. It houses Stora Enso’s new headquarters, along with a hotel, event space, restaurants, cafés, and a rooftop terrace. As Finland’s … Read the full press release

ABN AMRO Advances Digital Asset Innovation with Successful CBDC Repo Trials in Eurosystem Project

(IN BRIEF) ABN AMRO has successfully completed its second use case in the Eurosystem Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) trials, marking a significant step in exploring digital asset innovations. The bank executed four repo trades using central bank money settled … Read the full press release

Barcelona Expands Tram Network with Alstom’s Catenary-Free Technology, Pioneering Sustainable Urban Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Barcelona has launched a new two-kilometer extension to its tramway network, implementing Alstom’s APS technology for the first time in Spain. This innovative catenary-free system uses a ground-based power rail that activates only under the tram, allowing for … Read the full press release

Scientists Explore Superheavy Elements, Revealing Structural Secrets at the Edge of the Periodic Table

(IN BRIEF) A global research collaboration, including scientists from the University of Liverpool, has provided new insights into superheavy elements by examining the nuclear structure of fermium and nobelium isotopes. Using laser spectroscopy, the team measured nuclear radii and discovered … Read the full press release

Vodafone Foundation Launches ‘Me, Myself & AI’ to Empower Youth with AI Knowledge Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The Vodafone Foundation has introduced “Me, Myself & AI,” a campaign across Europe aimed at educating young people about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Through a series of 60 social media videos and interactive content on platforms like TikTok and … Read the full press release

Siemens Launches Advanced Eco-Friendly e-Starter with Ultra-Fast Short-Circuit Protection and Seamless Automation Integration

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Smart Infrastructure has unveiled its fully electronic SIMATIC ET 200SP e-Starter, offering advanced, ultra-fast short-circuit protection that outpaces traditional technology by 1,000 times. Designed for high-efficiency motors in sectors like food and beverage and manufacturing, the e-Starter’s … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Honored as Top Global Private Bank for Entrepreneurs and Market Leader in Germany at PWM Awards 2024

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank’s Private Bank has been named “Best Private Bank for Entrepreneurs” globally and “Best Private Bank in Germany” by Professional Wealth Management (PWM) and The Banker at the 2024 Global Private Banking Awards. These awards recognize the … Read the full press release

SIRIUS Conference 2024 Highlights Advances in Cross-Border Electronic Evidence Access

(IN BRIEF) The SIRIUS Conference 2024, hosted from November 5-7, brought together law enforcement, judicial authorities, policymakers, and service providers to discuss challenges and solutions in cross-border electronic evidence access. Organized by Europol and Eurojust, the conference covered topics like … Read the full press release

UEA Study Uncovers Warming Oceans’ Role in Accelerating Melting of Antarctica’s Ross Ice Shelf

(IN BRIEF) A University of East Anglia study reveals that the Ross Ice Shelf has been melting more rapidly due to warming ocean waters, with heat transport likely to increase as the climate continues to warm. Data gathered by an … Read the full press release

Professor Philip Baker Appointed UEA Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Medicine and Health Sciences, Strengthening NHS and Research Collaborations

(IN BRIEF) Professor Philip Baker has been appointed Pro-Vice-Chancellor of UEA’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, bringing significant experience in leading medical faculties globally. His appointment aims to strengthen the faculty’s teaching and research capabilities, in close collaboration with … Read the full press release

Borçelik Partners with ANDRITZ for Advanced Furnace Installation to Boost Automotive Steel Production in Turkey

(IN BRIEF) Turkish steel manufacturer Borçelik has selected ANDRITZ to supply a versatile combi-line furnace for a new cold strip mill in Bursa. This advanced furnace will support both galvanizing and annealing operations, enhancing Borçelik’s production of automotive-grade steel. The … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Secures Major Grants for Biodiversity and Origins of Life Research, Engaging Communities and Interdisciplinary Teams

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Faculty of Science and Engineering has received two €6.7 million grants for research into biodiversity restoration in farming regions and the origins of life on Earth and beyond. Led by Professors Han Olff and … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Secures €6.75 Million Grant for Global Biodiversity Restoration Initiative Led by Professor Han Olff

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Professor Han Olff leads CurveBend, a €6.75 million project funded by the NWO to develop strategies for biodiversity restoration in livestock-dominated regions. This transdisciplinary consortium will collaborate with local stakeholders in the Netherlands, Argentina, … Read the full press release

RWE Chooses Thyborøn Port as Base for Groundbreaking Thor Offshore Wind Farm Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE has chosen Thyborøn Port as the base for Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm, Thor, with construction starting in 2025. This project, featuring 72 turbines, will provide green energy for over a million Danish households by 2027, supporting … Read the full press release

Qkera, a TUM Spin-Off, Advances Solid-State Battery Technology for Greener Electromobility and Electronics

(IN BRIEF) Qkera, a TUM spin-off, has developed advanced electrolyte components for solid-state batteries, aiming to improve energy density and stability while reducing costs. The start-up has already made significant progress and was recently named one of the top 25 … Read the full press release

Henkel, Covestro, and Quad Industries Unite to Showcase Next-Gen Medical Wearables with Printed Electronics at MEDICA

(IN BRIEF) Henkel, Covestro, and Quad Industries have joined forces to drive innovation in healthcare wearables through advanced printed electronics. This partnership, showcased at MEDICA, will present a new ECG patch for continuous monitoring, leveraging Henkel’s inks, Covestro’s TPU substrates, … Read the full press release

FedEx Express Swiss Post Expands Swiss Operations with New Gossau Facility to Boost Capacity and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) FedEx Express Swiss Post is set to open a new facility in Gossau, Switzerland, by Autumn 2025, consolidating operations from two other sites to increase capacity for growing shipment volumes, particularly in e-commerce. The facility will feature enhanced … Read the full press release

Ericsson Unveils Innovations in Open Networks and APIs at Silicon Valley’s D-15 Innovation Center

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson showcased its D-15 Innovation Center to analysts and industry partners, highlighting advancements in open, programmable networks and the value of network APIs, which could generate billions in new opportunities. The event emphasized Ericsson’s role at the heart … Read the full press release