Category Archives: United Kingdom

Press Releases & News from United Kingdom distributed via EuropaWire

University of Bristol Joins National Spärck AI Scholarship Programme to Train the Next Generation of Artificial Intelligence Leaders

(IN BRIEF) The University of Bristol has joined a new government-funded Spärck AI scholarship programme launched by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology to support future leaders in artificial intelligence. As one of nine partner universities, Bristol will offer … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool–Led CERSI-PGx Launches Free eLearning Portal to Advance Pharmacogenomics in Clinical Practice

(IN BRIEF) CERSI-PGx has launched a free eLearning portal to support the adoption of pharmacogenomics in routine clinical practice. Led by the University of Liverpool in partnership with the British Pharmacological Society and Queen Mary University of London, the platform … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech UK&I Launches Managed Security Edge Service to Strengthen Enterprise Cyber Security Across the UK and Ireland

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech UK&I has launched its managed Security Edge service in the UK and Ireland, delivering AI-driven Security Service Edge capabilities powered by the Netskope One platform. The new offering provides secure, zero trust access to applications and … Read the full press release

New Vodafone Business Partnership with Centrica Sets Foundation for Data-Driven Operations and Combined Energy and Connectivity Offers

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Business has signed a four-year strategic agreement with Centrica, supported by VOIS and CGI, to deliver connectivity, workplace and IT end-user compute services across 80 UK sites and 30,000 devices. The partnership is designed to help Centrica … Read the full press release

Bentley Introduces New Supersports to Europe and the Middle East with Landmark Regional Launch Event in Dubai

(IN BRIEF) Bentley has introduced the new Supersports to the Europe, Middle East and Africa region with a high-profile launch event in Dubai, combining a global film premiere, live performance moments and an exclusive customer gathering. The event marked the … Read the full press release

Institute of Cancer Research Leads International Effort to Define Use of Patient-Reported Outcomes in Early-Stage Cancer Trials

(IN BRIEF) The Institute of Cancer Research, London, has led the development of OPTIMISE-ROR, the first structured guidance outlining how patient-reported outcomes should be used in early-stage cancer dose-finding trials. Published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, the recommendations provide … Read the full press release

New Experian–Fincentive Partnership Helps Pension Providers Evidence Consumer Duty Outcomes

(IN BRIEF) Experian has formed a strategic partnership with Fincentive to help pension providers meet growing regulatory demands by transforming pension payslips into data-driven engagement channels. Combining Experian’s data enrichment and PayDashboard infrastructure with Fincentive’s pensions intelligence, the solution enables … Read the full press release

Rural Welsh Village of Penmachno Enters New Digital Era as EE Brings Mobile Coverage to Remote Community

(IN BRIEF) EE has brought reliable 4G mobile connectivity to Penmachno, a rural Welsh village in Eryri National Park that previously had no dependable mobile signal from any operator. By installing a new mobile mast in collaboration with the local … Read the full press release

Science Creates and University of Bristol Launch OMX to Expand Deep Tech Scale-Up Space in Bristol

(IN BRIEF) Science Creates and the University of Bristol will open OMX in March, delivering 30,000 sq ft of flexible laboratory and scale-up space in Bristol city centre for deep tech startups and high-growth companies. Backed by £8.5 million in … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Secures St Helens Bus Franchise as Liverpool City Region Moves to New Model

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach has been awarded a contract by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to operate one of the region’s new franchised bus networks, serving the St Helens area from September 2026. The network will connect local communities with … Read the full press release

Lloyds Pledges Major Financing Package to Help British Businesses Grow at Home and Abroad

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has announced plans to make over £35 billion of new finance available to UK businesses in 2026, including up to £2 billion in trade finance to support exporters. The trade finance commitment, which includes UK … Read the full press release

RWE Secures Long-Term Power Licence for Denmark’s Largest Offshore Wind Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE has secured a 30-year electricity production licence for the Thor offshore wind farm, marking a significant milestone for Denmark’s largest offshore wind project. With an installed capacity of 1.1 gigawatts, Thor is expected to supply renewable electricity … Read the full press release

Intesa Sanpaolo Strengthens Strategic Role in Financing UK Infrastructure and Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Intesa Sanpaolo, through its IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, is strengthening its role as a strategic partner for UK infrastructure by supporting major projects across energy, construction, ports, and the energy transition. Recent financings for National Grid … Read the full press release

Targeted Prostate Cancer Drug Backed by ICR Research Approved for Use in England

(IN BRIEF) The Institute of Cancer Research has welcomed NICE’s recommendation of talazoparib in combination with enzalutamide for adults with metastatic prostate cancer, providing a new treatment option for around 2,400 patients in England who are unsuitable for chemotherapy. Backed … Read the full press release

EBRD Provides €60 Million Loan to Yayla Agro to Advance Circular and Inclusive Food Production

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD is providing up to €60 million in financing to Yayla Agro Gıda to support sustainable and inclusive growth at its new Niğde production facility. The investment will enable the expansion of advanced, value-added food processing, promote … Read the full press release

Indra Group Brings Sovereign Artificial Intelligence to Formula One Through Alpine Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Indra Group has formed a strategic partnership with BWT Alpine Formula One Team to deploy its sovereign artificial intelligence platform, IndraMind, within the team’s Formula One operations. The collaboration will support real-time data analysis and strategic decision-making in … Read the full press release

GSK Secures China Approval for Trelegy Ellipta in Asthma, Expanding Single Inhaler Triple Therapy Use

(IN BRIEF) GSK has secured approval in China for Trelegy Ellipta as a maintenance treatment for adults with asthma, adding to its existing indication in COPD and making it the only single inhaler triple therapy approved for both conditions in … Read the full press release

Prudential Increases Investment in Malaysian Life Insurance Operations Through Strategic Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Prudential plc has agreed to acquire an additional 19% stake in Sri Han Suria Sdn. Bhd., increasing its total ownership of Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad to 70% and reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Malaysian insurance market. The … Read the full press release

BAE Systems to Lead Production of Next-Generation ECRS Mk2 Radar Under £453.5 Million UK Agreement

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has secured a £453.5 million contract from the UK Ministry of Defence to move into full production of the ECRS Mk2 advanced radar for the Royal Air Force’s Typhoon aircraft, following a successful development and testing … Read the full press release