Category Archives: United Kingdom

Press Releases & News from United Kingdom distributed via EuropaWire

BAE Systems and Hanwha Systems to Combine Radio Frequency and Synthetic Aperture Radar Expertise in Next-Gen Spaceborne Intelligence Platform

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems and Hanwha Systems have formalised a partnership via an MOU to co-create a next-generation multi-sensor satellite system for international ISR applications. BAE Systems will supply ultra-wideband RF sensors, while Hanwha Systems will contribute advanced SAR technology. … Read the full press release

National Grid to Trial Low-Carbon 3D-Printed Concrete Foundations with Hyperion and University of Sheffield

(IN BRIEF) National Grid has joined forces with Hyperion Robotics and the University of Sheffield to test low-carbon 3D-printed concrete foundations in a UK-first trial. The project, backed by Ofgem’s Network Innovation Allowance, will see the foundations installed at the … Read the full press release

New Barclays Innovation Hub in London Set to Power 150 Startups with Support from Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Industry Leaders

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has launched a new Innovation Hub in Shoreditch, London, in partnership with Microsoft, NVIDIA, and other key industry players to boost the UK’s tech ecosystem. The hub, powered by Barclays Eagle Labs, will house 150 startups working … Read the full press release

LSEG Partners with Brazil’s A5X to Launch Advanced Derivatives and Futures Platform by 2026

(IN BRIEF) LSEG has signed a strategic agreement to deliver its advanced trading and post-trading technology to A5X, Brazil’s upcoming derivatives and futures exchange. Tailored for Brazil’s regulatory and market requirements, the partnership includes integrated solutions for pre-trade risk, ultra-low … Read the full press release

BAE Systems, Inc. Promotes Longtime Executive Tara Olivet to Top Finance Role

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems, Inc. has appointed Tara Olivet as its new senior vice president of Finance, effective June 7. With a career spanning 20 years at BAE Systems, Olivet brings extensive leadership experience to her new role overseeing U.S. … Read the full press release

EBRD and ProCredit Bank Bulgaria Sign €14 Million InvestEU Deal to Expand Green Loans in Bulgaria and Greece

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has signed a €14 million portfolio guarantee agreement with ProCredit Bank Bulgaria under the EU’s InvestEU programme, enabling the bank to offer more green loans to businesses in Bulgaria and Greece. This risk-sharing facility will support … Read the full press release

EIB and Luxembourg Launch €5 Million Investment to Back Ocean-Based Climate Projects in Island States

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank, through EIB Global and in collaboration with the Government of Luxembourg, is investing €5 million via the Luxembourg-EIB Climate Finance Platform into the Outrigger Impact Fund I, a new initiative focused on supporting Small … Read the full press release

OSCE and Romania Equip Moldovan Officers with Advanced Tools for Intelligence-Led Investigations

(IN BRIEF) A week-long training in Chișinău has enhanced the analytical skills of Moldovan law enforcement officers through the use of i2 Analyst’s Notebook software. Organized by the OSCE’s Transnational Threats Department in co-operation with Romania’s OSCE Mission, the course … Read the full press release

FCA Launches AI Supercharged Sandbox with NVIDIA to Boost Innovation Across Financial Sector

(IN BRIEF) The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched the Supercharged Sandbox, a new initiative aimed at helping financial services firms safely experiment with artificial intelligence during the early discovery and testing phases. Partnering with NVIDIA, the FCA will provide … Read the full press release

LCH and CMU OmniClear Join Forces to Advance Global Clearing and Settlement of CNH Derivatives

(IN BRIEF) LCH Limited, part of LSEG, has signed an MoU with CMU OmniClear Limited to expand its ForexClear service to include CNH FX Options, Forwards, Swaps, and Spot transactions using Hong Kong’s PvP infrastructure. The offering, expected in early … Read the full press release

Indra lleva al Paris Air Show su ecosistema avanzado para el dominio aéreo y espacial europeo

(IN BRIEF) Indra participará en el Paris Air Show 2024 como referente europeo en protección aérea y espacial, mostrando una amplia gama de tecnologías propias que incluyen radares multifunción, satélites, sistemas de mando y control y soluciones antidron. La compañía … Read the full press release

SAMS Highlights Value of Long-Term Marine Observations in New POGO Statement at UN Ocean Conference

(IN BRIEF) SAMS is supporting a new declaration by the Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean (POGO) at the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, warning that current global ocean monitoring systems are insufficient to meet pressing environmental and climate … Read the full press release

Rio Tinto Drives Sustainability Dialogue at London Tech Week to Accelerate Innovation in Critical Materials

(IN BRIEF) Rio Tinto is the only mining company participating in London Tech Week 2025, where it will lead discussions on sustainable innovation, critical minerals, and ClimateTech. As part of its innovation strategy, Rio Tinto is actively engaging startups, universities, … Read the full press release

Ricoh Introduces Next-Gen Production Printers with AI Features and Stapleless Binding Technology

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh has announced the launch of the RICOH Pro C5400 Series, a next-generation line of colour production printers that bring enhanced speed, usability, and media flexibility to commercial and enterprise print environments. Featuring dramatically reduced warm-up times, faster … Read the full press release

Ascend Airways Adds Fifth Aircraft and Secures Canadian Certification as Fleet Growth Accelerates

(IN BRIEF) Ascend Airways has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a fifth aircraft—a Boeing 737-8 MAX—registered as G-ULIT and immediately placed on a long-term wet lease. The UK-based ACMI and charter airline, part of Avia Solutions Group, has … Read the full press release

Stina Ehrensvärd Named EY World Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 for Groundbreaking Work in Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) Stina Ehrensvärd, co-founder of Yubico, has been named the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year 2025. She was recognized for her visionary leadership in revolutionizing internet security and advancing Yubico’s mission to make the internet safer. Stina’s work … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca’s Calquence Combination Therapy Approved for Untreated CLL in Europe Following Positive AMPLIFY Phase III Results

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca’s Calquence, in combination with venetoclax, with or without obinutuzumab, has been approved by the European Commission for the treatment of adult patients with previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL). The approval follows the positive results from the … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Strengthens UK–Ukraine Research Ties at STI Pillar Launch in London

(IN BRIEF) Professor Igor Potapov from the University of Liverpool attended the launch of the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Pillar of the UK–Ukraine 100 Year Partnership in May 2025, showcasing the University’s collaboration with Sumy State University. At the … Read the full press release

EBRD Approves New Five-Year Strategy for Bulgaria, Focusing on Green Transition and Competitiveness

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has approved a new strategy for Bulgaria, focusing on the green transition, competitiveness, and resilience through 2030. The Bank’s investments in Bulgaria have grown significantly, with a focus on sustainable infrastructure and private sector development. The … Read the full press release

Vodafone Unveils Travel eSIM Service, Expanding Global Connectivity to 206 Destinations

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has launched its Travel eSIM service, offering international travelers the convenience of mobile data connectivity without the need for physical SIM cards. The service provides access to up to 150 GB of data, available in 206 destinations … Read the full press release