Category Archives: United Kingdom

Press Releases & News from United Kingdom distributed via EuropaWire

AI IN JAN 2024 ACROSS EUROPE: THE LATEST IN AI (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE) RESEARCH, DEPLOYMENTS, DEVELOPMENTS, DEALS, ETC.

(IN BRIEF) From Bonn to Bilbao, Europe’s AI scene is buzzing with innovation. Major players like Deutsche Telekom, Ericsson, and Volkswagen are pushing boundaries through groundbreaking partnerships and integrations. Projects like NextGen are personalizing therapies using AI, while collaborations between … Read the full press release

GKN Powder Metallurgy Attains EcoVadis Platinum Rating, Setting Industry Standards in Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) GKN Powder Metallurgy has achieved the prestigious EcoVadis Platinum Rating, positioning the company in the top 1% globally for sustainability performance across its 27 manufacturing sites. Recognized for excellence in Labour & Human Rights, Environment, Ethics, and Sustainable … Read the full press release

Unveiling the Enablers: Pioneering Study Targets Kleptocracy’s Collaborators

(IN BRIEF) In a groundbreaking initiative, researchers from the University of Exeter and the University of Oxford, in collaboration with the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP), are embarking on a major study to identify the “red flags” of … Read the full press release

Bentley Unveils Exclusive Private White V.C. Bentayga, Honoring War Hero’s Legacy

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors introduces the one-of-a-kind Private White V.C. Bentayga, a bespoke collaboration between Bentley Manchester and Mulliner, paying tribute to the heroic legacy of Private Jack White. This limited edition Bentayga, already sold to a local enthusiast, embodies … Read the full press release

BAE Systems to Upgrade U.S. Navy’s MQ-25 with Advanced Vehicle Management System

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has been chosen by Boeing to enhance the vehicle management system computer (VMSC) for the U.S. Navy’s MQ-25 unmanned aerial refueling system. This upgrade will boost computing power, address obsolescence concerns, and streamline the aircraft’s performance, … Read the full press release

Vodafone, Samsung, and AMD Successfully Demo End-to-End Data Call on Open RAN Platform

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone, alongside Samsung and AMD, successfully demonstrated an end-to-end data call using AMD’s new general-purpose processor on an Open RAN platform. This achievement highlights Vodafone’s commitment to expanding the Open RAN ecosystem and fostering innovation. The collaboration showcases … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Receives Investment Award at UK-Greek Business Awards

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp, a leading solar energy developer, has been honored with the Investment Award at the inaugural UK-Greek Business Awards, organized by the British Embassy Athens and the British Hellenic Chamber of Commerce. This recognition highlights the company’s … Read the full press release

NatWest Regional PMI Survey Signals Broad Economic Growth Across UK Regions

(IN BRIEF) The latest NatWest Regional PMI® survey reveals a positive start to the year for most areas of the UK, with business activity expanding across ten out of twelve regions and nations. London and the West Midlands led the … Read the full press release

NatWest and Beauhurst Startup Index Reveals Record Year for UK Entrepreneurship in 2023

(IN BRIEF) The NatWest and Beauhurst Startup Index released today unveils a landmark year for entrepreneurship in the UK, with over 900,000 new companies incorporated, marking a record high. Despite economic challenges such as inflation and operational costs, the surge … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Spearheads Global Initiatives for Women in Energy Sector

(IN BRIEF) Despite comprising nearly half of the global workforce, women represent only 22% of the energy sector, with 32% involvement in renewables. Iberdrola, acknowledging this gender disparity, leads various programs across Spain, the UK, the US, Mexico, Brazil, and … Read the full press release

INEOS Inovyn Unveils Ultra Low Carbon Chlor-Alkali Range, Revolutionizing Industrial Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) INEOS Inovyn introduces a groundbreaking Ultra Low Carbon (ULC) range of Chlor-Alkali products, slashing the carbon footprint of caustic soda, caustic potash, and chlorine by up to 70% compared to industry norms. Leveraging renewable energy sources such as … Read the full press release

GSK’s Bepirovirsen Receives FDA Fast Track Designation for Chronic Hepatitis B Treatment

(IN BRIEF) GSK plc has announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track designation for bepirovirsen, an investigational antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) targeting chronic hepatitis B (CHB). The Fast Track designation aims to expedite the development … Read the full press release

Vodafone Business Presents Cutting-Edge Hospitality Solutions at FiturTechY 2024

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Business, in collaboration with tech partners Eviden, Fractalia, and EcoMT, showcased innovative solutions at FiturTechY in Madrid, aimed at revolutionizing the hospitality industry. Among the highlights was a virtual assistant powered by Generative AI, acting as a … Read the full press release

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Appoints Burkhard Kübel-Sorger as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the appointment of Burkhard Kübel-Sorger as its new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from July 1, 2024. Mr. Kübel-Sorger brings with him a wealth of … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Revives XMaS Scientist Experience 2024 for Young Women in STEM

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has reintroduced the XMaS Scientist Experience 2024, coinciding with International Women and Girls in Science Day, providing an exclusive opportunity for Year 12 UK Physics and STEM students who identify as female. Launched in … Read the full press release

UK Celebrates World Pulse Day with New Varieties of URBeans

(IN BRIEF) In celebration of World Pulse Day on February 10th, Professor Eric Holub of the University of Warwick introduces new varieties of UK Registered beans (URBeans) aimed at diversifying British cuisine with locally grown ingredients. Named after iconic figures … Read the full press release

Warwick-Aston Engineering Biology Project Receives £1.8m Grant for Membrane Protein Research

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick and Aston University have secured a £1.8 million grant to advance research in engineering microbial cell factories for the production of membrane proteins, crucial molecules in drug discovery and sustainable manufacturing. Funded by the … Read the full press release

Realty Income Announces Sale-Leaseback Deal with Decathlon for 82 Retail Properties Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The Monthly Dividend Company, Realty Income, has finalized a sale-leaseback agreement involving 82 retail properties leased to Decathlon SE, a renowned global sports retailer. The portfolio spans across key European markets such as Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and … Read the full press release

Savills Celebrates Apprenticeship Excellence at Second Annual Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Savills, the international real estate advisor, commemorated the achievements of its young talent during its second annual Apprenticeship Awards held in London’s Margaret Street office coinciding with National Apprenticeship Week. With over 110 apprentices, mentors, and employees in … Read the full press release

Barclays Expands Reach with Acquisition of Tesco Retail Banking Business and Exclusive Partnership Deal

(IN BRIEF) Barclays Bank UK PLC has announced its agreement to acquire Tesco’s retail banking business, marking a significant strategic move to expand its offerings and distribution channels in the UK. This acquisition, along with an exclusive long-term partnership to … Read the full press release