Category Archives: United Kingdom

Press Releases & News from United Kingdom distributed via EuropaWire

Rolls-Royce and Sanlorenzo Extend Partnership with Supply of mtu Engines and Systems Through 2028

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce and Sanlorenzo have signed a framework agreement extending their partnership through 2028, ensuring the continued supply of mtu propulsion systems, SCR systems, and automation for over ten yacht models. The collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to sustainability, … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Marks Milestone with 1,500th CorporateCare Enhanced Service Contract

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has reached a significant milestone, signing its 1,500th CorporateCare Enhanced service contract since the program’s inception in 2019. The service offers comprehensive coverage, financial and operational benefits, and priority access to Rolls-Royce’s global services infrastructure, making it … Read the full press release

Barclays Appoints Marc Warm as Global Co-Head of Capital Markets to Drive Growth

(IN BRIEF) Barclays appoints Marc Warm as Global Co-Head of Capital Markets, joining Tom Johnson and Travis Barnes. With over 30 years of experience in leveraged finance, Marc brings extensive expertise in the credit markets and a strong network of … Read the full press release

FTSE Russell and JPX Enhance Blossom Japan Indices with Alignment to TOPIX for ESG Integration

(IN BRIEF) FTSE Russell and JPX Market Innovation & Research Inc. have announced a collaboration to align the FTSE Blossom Japan Index and the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index with the Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX). This move, driven … Read the full press release

Castel Mimi Winery in Moldova Receives €1.24 Million Investment for Sustainable Growth and Wellness Centre Development

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD, EU, and maib have partnered to fund Castel Mimi’s expansion in Moldova, providing a €1.24 million loan to build a wellness centre at its award-winning wine resort. This investment supports sustainable development in Moldova’s wine tourism … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests €76 Million in VGP’s Green Bonds to Enhance Sustainable Logistics Infrastructure in Central and Southeastern Europe

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has invested €76 million in VGP’s green bond programme, aimed at supporting the development and acquisition of sustainable logistics and industrial parks in Central and Southeastern Europe. The funding will help expand the availability of high-quality, … Read the full press release

Major UK Supermarkets Unite to Fight Hunger and Food Waste with the ‘Let’s Make a Meal of It’ Campaign

(IN BRIEF) The UK’s largest supermarkets – Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Tesco, and Waitrose – have launched the “Let’s Make a Meal of It” campaign to raise funds for FareShare, aiming to provide five meals for every £1 donated. The initiative, supported … Read the full press release

Spirit Energy Sells 46.25% Interest in Cygnus Gas Field to Ithaca Energy as Part of Long-Term Energy Transition Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Centrica plc has finalized an agreement for Spirit Energy to sell a 46.25% stake in the Cygnus gas field to Ithaca Energy for £215 million. The sale includes £116 million in headline consideration and £99 million in decommissioning … Read the full press release

BMT Joins BAE Systems Australia and AMT to Offer Superior Anzac Class Support

(IN BRIEF) BMT and BAE Systems Australia have teamed up with AMT to bid for the Anzac Class Design Support Contract. Their combined expertise in naval engineering and their integration of AMT’s long-standing support to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) … Read the full press release

BMT Recognized as Finalist in MCA Awards 2025: Don Gaynor Nominated for Team Leader Consultant of the Year

(IN BRIEF) BMT has been named a finalist in the MCA Awards 2025, with Don Gaynor nominated for Team Leader Consultant of the Year. Don’s leadership in BMT’s P3M teams and work with Defence Digital exemplifies his commitment to fostering … Read the full press release

Lloyds: Software Services and Real Estate Drive UK Sector Growth, Despite Broader Output Slowdown

(IN BRIEF) In April 2025, the UK Sector Tracker report revealed that only two sectors (software services and real estate) showed output growth, a slight dip from March but an improvement from January. Despite this, overall output growth expectations softened … Read the full press release

Aviva Urges Homeowners to Create Flood-Resilient Gardens as Chelsea Flower Show 2025 Unveils British Rainforest Garden

(IN BRIEF) As part of its commitment to sustainability, Aviva encourages homeowners to consider climate-resilient materials for their gardens, particularly in light of the risks associated with impermeable surfaces like artificial grass. Research commissioned by Aviva shows that many homeowners … Read the full press release

GSK’s Blenrep Combinations Receive Approval in Japan for Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma Treatment

(IN BRIEF) GSK has received approval from Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) for Blenrep combinations to treat adults with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma. The approval follows positive results from the DREAMM-7 and DREAMM-8 phase III trials, … Read the full press release

Ricoh Partners with ServiceNow to Build an AI-Driven Service Delivery Platform to Enhance Digital Management Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh has announced a strategic partnership with ServiceNow to deliver a unified service delivery platform aimed at revolutionizing the digital management of modern workplaces. This collaboration will enhance Ricoh’s operational efficiency by leveraging ServiceNow’s AI-driven platform to standardize … Read the full press release

Standard Chartered Reports Projected 36% Growth in Global Islamic Finance Assets by 2028

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has released a new report, Islamic Banking for Financial Institutions: Unlocking Growth Amidst Global Shifts, forecasting that global Islamic finance assets will grow to USD7.5 trillion by 2028. The report reveals significant growth in Islamic finance, … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Marks Key Milestone in New Architecture Building with Traditional Topping Out Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) The Liverpool School of Architecture celebrated the milestone of its new extension with a traditional ‘topping out’ ceremony. The £23 million extension, designed by O’Donnell + Tuomey, will offer students enhanced teaching and research facilities, including virtual reality … Read the full press release

Jennifer Lassiter Appointed as Head of Digital Assets for Europe and Americas at Standard Chartered

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has appointed Jennifer Lassiter as Head of Digital Assets for Europe and the Americas, based in New York City. She will lead the Bank’s strategic initiatives in the digital asset space, focusing on expanding capabilities and … Read the full press release

ICF Secures €150 Million in Loans from EIB and CEB to Enhance Catalonia’s Care Facilities

(IN BRIEF) The Institut Català de Finances (ICF) has signed agreements with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) to secure €150 million in loans to develop social infrastructure in Catalonia. These loans will … Read the full press release

OptiSigns Announces European Expansion

OptiSigns has opened a new office in Munich, Germany and added key leadership to better support EU customers OptiSigns is the leading digital signage company in North America, with over 30,500 customers in 121 countries using their hardware and software … Read the full press release

VIVID Secures £50 Million Loan from Barclays to Retrofit Over 2,000 Homes Backed by National Wealth Fund’s Guarantee Scheme

(IN BRIEF) VIVID has secured a £50 million loan from Barclays, the largest loan available under the National Wealth Fund’s (NWF) £1.3 billion social housing retrofit guarantee scheme. This will support the retrofit of over 2,000 homes, improving energy efficiency … Read the full press release