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Fraunhofer IIS Repurposes Automotive Radar Sensors for Cost-Effective Infrastructure Monitoring

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IIS is developing an affordable solution for continuous infrastructure monitoring by adapting radar sensors originally designed for the automotive sector. In response to growing concerns about Germany’s aging bridges and railways, the approach repurposes robust vehicle sensor … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer’s PhenoTruckAI Project Enables Rapid On-Site Identification of Quarantine Pests in Agriculture

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers, together with agricultural partners, have developed the PhenoTruck®, a mobile laboratory designed to enable rapid, on-site detection of climate-driven pests threatening fruit farming and viticulture in Germany. By combining drone-based sensing, hyperspectral imaging, artificial intelligence, and … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer Spin Off PerioTrap Advances Microbiome Friendly Solutions for Gum Health

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers have developed a targeted oral care technology that selectively inhibits periodontitis-causing bacteria while preserving the beneficial oral microbiome. The innovation, created at Fraunhofer IZI and commercialized by the spin-off PerioTrap, avoids the drawbacks of conventional antiseptic … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer CCPE Demonstrates Circular Solutions for Recycled and Biodegradable Plastics

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Circular Plastics Economy CCPE are developing new recycling and materials technologies within the Zirk-Tex project to convert previously unused plastic waste streams into high-quality fibers, films, and geosynthetics. Using solvent-based recycling, … Read the full press release

Experian Expands Ascend Platform with Full Access to UK Commercial Credit Data

(IN BRIEF) Experian has made its full commercial credit data suite available through the Ascend platform for the first time, giving lenders and organisations instant access to detailed credit information on more than eight million UK businesses. The integration allows … Read the full press release

ABB Wins Major Contract to Support Rotterdam’s Transition to Zero-Emission Port Operations

(IN BRIEF) ABB has signed contracts with Rotterdam Shore Power to engineer and construct shore power systems with a combined capacity of more than 100 MVA at the Port of Rotterdam. The installations, scheduled to begin operation in the second … Read the full press release

CNH Appoints New Chief Manufacturing and Chief Legal Officers to Strengthen Global Leadership

(IN BRIEF) CNH has announced two senior leadership appointments effective January 1, 2026, naming Carlo Materazzo as Chief Manufacturing Officer and Britton Worthen as Chief Legal and Compliance Officer. Materazzo will lead global agriculture industrial operations across multiple regions, bringing … Read the full press release

Safran Passenger Innovations Partners with Skyted to Introduce Silent Inflight Communication

(IN BRIEF) Safran Passenger Innovations has entered into an exclusive agreement with Skyted to integrate silent and confidential voice communication technology into its RAVE In-Flight Entertainment systems. The collaboration enables discreet inflight calls that preserve cabin quietness while supporting productivity … Read the full press release

Enea Secures Northern Africa Government Deal to Deliver Traffic Intelligence and Network Security

(IN BRIEF) Enea has been awarded a USD 3.7 million contract to deliver Traffic Management and Traffic Intelligence solutions to a government customer in Northern Africa. The agreement includes USD 2.4 million in software license revenues to be recognized in … Read the full press release

ELKO Group Expands Finnish Market Presence with Majority Acquisition of Bat.Power Oy

(IN BRIEF) ELKO Group has completed the acquisition of a 60% stake in Finland-based Bat.Power Oy through its subsidiary Gandalf Distribution AB, marking a strategic step in expanding its local presence in Finland and strengthening its Nordic distribution platform. Bat.Power … Read the full press release

Mutares Strengthens North American Presence with Acquisition of U.S. Steel Processor Greer Steel

(IN BRIEF) Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has finalized the acquisition of Greer Steel Company, a U.S. specialist in cold rolled strip steel, as part of its strategy to expand the Engineering & Technology segment and strengthen its footprint in … Read the full press release

Evotec Establishes Integrated Communications and Investor Relations Leadership Role

(IN BRIEF) Evotec SE has created a new Executive Vice President role that combines Global Communications and Investor Relations as part of a broader effort to strengthen strategic clarity and stakeholder engagement. Dr. Sarah Fakih has been appointed to lead … Read the full press release

Nagarro strengthens telecom industry engagement through TM Forum membership

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro has become a member of TM Forum, strengthening its involvement in the global telecom and digital services ecosystem. The move supports Nagarro’s focus on helping operators and digital service providers modernise systems, enhance customer experiences, and unlock … Read the full press release

University of Exeter and Cystel launch executive programme on governance and risk in the quantum economy

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has partnered with Cystel Limited to launch a new executive education programme focused on strategic foresight, governance, and risk management in the emerging quantum economy. Set to begin in the new year, the programme … Read the full press release

Institute of Cancer Research study identifies blood-based marker of chemotherapy resistance in advanced prostate cancer

(IN BRIEF) The Institute of Cancer Research has led a study showing that chromosomal instability in circulating tumour cells can predict resistance to cabazitaxel in men with advanced prostate cancer. Using blood samples from more than 200 patients enrolled in … Read the full press release

World Technology Congress Appoints Ruslan Pavlyshyn as Vice President for European & Middle Eastern Affairs

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) has announced the appointment of Ruslan Pavlyshyn as its new Vice President for European & Middle Eastern Affairs, strengthening the organization’s leadership as it expands its global mission around emerging technologies and responsible … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall components to equip next-generation RCH155 howitzers for German Armed Forces

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall will supply critical electrical systems, software, and 155 mm weapon systems for the Bundeswehr’s new RCH155 wheeled howitzer under a major procurement programme led by ARTEC GmbH. The first order covers 84 systems, valued at around €1.2 … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall secures largest-ever order for laser systems to equip Bundeswehr assault rifles

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has secured a major additional order from the Bundeswehr for the delivery of LLM-VarioRay Laser-Light-Modules for Germany’s new assault rifle. Following budget approval by the Bundestag, the first binding call-off has been placed under a long-term framework … Read the full press release

EBRD strengthens Croatian bakery sector with strategic investment in Mlinar

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has approved an equity investment of up to €50 million in SEE Bakery International, the parent company of Mlinar, to support the bakery group’s expansion and operational upgrades across Croatia and the wider CSEE region. Delivered … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces availability of the report on corporate income tax information for the financial year ending December 31, 2024

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. has announced that its corporate income tax information report for the financial year ending December 31, 2024 is now available on the company’s website as of December 19, 2025, prepared in line with EU Directive … Read the full press release