Category Archives: United Kingdom

Press Releases & News from United Kingdom distributed via EuropaWire

ABL Secures Fleet Wide DP and Critical Systems Consultancy Contract to Support Offshore Vessel Operations

(IN BRIEF) ABL has secured a new contract to provide fleet-wide dynamic positioning and critical systems consultancy services for an undisclosed vessel owner, with work being delivered through its Egypt operations. The scope includes DP consultancy, FMEA studies, proving trials, … Read the full press release

Associated British Ports Marks Ten Years of Supporting Humber Coastal Half Marathon and Community Running Festival

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports is celebrating ten years of support for the Humber Coastal Half Marathon, 10k and Family Fun Run, an event that has grown significantly since its launch in 2016. Originally inspired by ABP employee Paul Durrant, … Read the full press release

Visa Expands European Payment Capabilities with New Intelligent Authorisation Solution Designed for Scalable and Resilient Processing

(IN BRIEF) Visa has launched Visa Intelligent Authorisation in Europe, introducing a new capability designed to help acquirers modernise payment processing through a single API integration. The solution addresses the limitations of legacy authorisation systems by improving approval rates, reducing … Read the full press release

BMT Supports Development of Emotional First Aid Kit to Strengthen Emergency Response for Children Across the UK

(IN BRIEF) BMT is supporting The Three Nines Children’s Charity in developing an Emotional First Aid Kit designed to help first responders provide immediate emotional support to children affected by emergencies and crime. The initiative addresses a key gap in … Read the full press release

UKRI Announces Major Infrastructure Investment Including National Cryogenic Facility to Advance Quantum and Clean Energy Research

(IN BRIEF) UKRI has announced a major infrastructure investment package, including £51.2 million for a new National Cryogenic Facility that will enable advanced research at ultra-low temperatures. The facility will support innovation in areas such as quantum computing, healthcare, and … Read the full press release

Pearson and Tata Consultancy Services Partner to Deliver AI Driven Workforce Transformation and Enterprise Learning at Scale

(IN BRIEF) Pearson and Tata Consultancy Services have formed a multi-year partnership to help enterprises develop future-ready workforces by combining AI-powered learning, assessment, and cloud-based transformation capabilities. By integrating Pearson’s education expertise with TCS’ AI and digital platforms, the collaboration … Read the full press release

Accenture and Microsoft Launch New Engineering Practice to Accelerate Enterprise AI Adoption and Business Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and Microsoft have launched a new forward deployed engineering practice designed to accelerate enterprise AI adoption by combining advanced technology with hands-on engineering expertise. The initiative aims to address the common gap between AI potential and real-world … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Expands Sir Howard Dalton Centre Capabilities Through Significant Donation to Address Drug Resistance Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has received a £1.2 million donation from alumnus Dr David Stirling to support antimicrobial resistance research as part of its Set the Pace campaign. The funding will strengthen the Sir Howard Dalton Centre, enabling … Read the full press release

From Predicting Protein Shapes to Finding Their Hidden Rules, Structural Biology Enters a New Phase

Structural biology is shifting from predicting protein shapes to uncovering broader organizational rules AI tools like AlphaFold have made large-scale protein structure data far more accessible Researchers are increasingly exploring recurring patterns in amino acid organization across proteins Distributed and … Read the full press release

Barclays and Sage Launch Strategic Partnership to Help Small Businesses Save Time and Improve Financial Visibility

(IN BRIEF) Barclays and Sage have announced a strategic partnership aimed at reducing administrative burdens for small and medium-sized businesses by integrating banking and accounting tools. The collaboration addresses a key challenge identified by Sage research, which shows that small … Read the full press release

New Holland Recognises Twelve Dealerships Across UK and Ireland with 2025 Dealer of the Year Awards

(IN BRIEF) New Holland has recognised twelve dealerships across the UK and Ireland with its 2025 Dealer of the Year awards, highlighting outstanding performance and service within its regional dealer network. T H White Ltd received the Overall UK Dealer … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Study Finds Primary Care Weight Management Programmes Improve Health Outcomes for Children

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Loughborough University’s Centre for Lifestyle Medicine and Behaviour have found that primary care weight-management programmes can help children who are overweight or living with obesity achieve measurable health improvements. The study, published in Obesity Reviews, analysed … Read the full press release

Visa Acceptance Platform Integrated into Fiserv Infrastructure to Improve Payment Authorisation and Reduce Fraud

(IN BRIEF) Visa and Fiserv have expanded their partnership to introduce the Visa Acceptance Platform within Fiserv’s merchant acquiring and payment processing services across Europe. The collaboration creates a unified, cloud-based acceptance infrastructure designed to simplify operations for acquirers while … Read the full press release

Triton Launches Largest Fund in Firm History to Drive Growth and Transformation in European Mid-Market Businesses

(IN BRIEF) Triton Partners has successfully closed its sixth flagship mid-market buyout fund, Triton VI (T6), raising €5.5 billion and marking the largest fund in the firm’s history. The fund attracted commitments from investors around the world, reinforcing confidence in … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca’s Imfinzi Regimen Approved in the European Union for Early-Stage Gastric and Gastroesophageal Junction Cancers

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca has received approval from the European Commission for the use of Imfinzi (durvalumab) in combination with FLOT chemotherapy as a perioperative treatment for adults with resectable early-stage and locally advanced gastric and gastroesophageal junction cancers. The approval … Read the full press release

Experian Research Highlights Debt Consolidation Knowledge Gap as Households Miss Opportunities to Reduce Interest Costs

(IN BRIEF) Experian has released new research during Credit Awareness Week showing that many consumers lack a clear understanding of debt consolidation, despite its potential to simplify repayments and reduce interest costs. The study found that 65 percent of people … Read the full press release

Accenture Expands Enterprise AI Strategy with Faculty Acquisition and Appointment of Dr. Marc Warner as Chief Technology Officer

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has completed its acquisition of UK artificial intelligence company Faculty, expanding its global capabilities in applied AI and enterprise transformation. As part of the integration, Faculty’s CEO and co-founder Dr. Marc Warner will take on the role … Read the full press release

Accenture Joins The R&A as Consulting Partner and Championship Patron in Long-Term Collaboration Supporting Golf’s Future

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has formed a six-year partnership with The R&A that appoints the company as the governing body’s Official Business and Technology Consulting Partner while also making it an Official Patron of The Open, AIG Women’s Open and ISPS … Read the full press release

University of East Anglia Volunteers Restore Woodland Habitat to Protect Bluebells and Boost Biodiversity

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia has launched a volunteer-led conservation initiative aimed at restoring woodland habitats on its campus and protecting native bluebell populations. Members of the UEA Biodiversity Heroes programme are working with the university’s Grounds team … Read the full press release

University of Glasgow Co-Curates International Exhibition Exploring Artificial Intelligence and the Question of Human Agency

(IN BRIEF) The University of Glasgow is involved in a major international art exhibition exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping contemporary life and raising new questions about agency in the digital age. The exhibition, AI and the Paradox of Agency, … Read the full press release