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Gretchen Biery Takes the Helm as EBRD Director for Eastern Mediterranean

Posted on 4, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has named Gretchen Biery as Director for its eastern Mediterranean region, overseeing operations in Jordan, Lebanon, and the West Bank and Gaza. Effective from September 1, 2023, she reports to … Read the full press release →

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Eni Sustainable Mobility Redefines Transport with Enilive Brand Launch

Posted on 1, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Eni Sustainable Mobility introduces the Enilive brand, marking a significant leap in eco-conscious transportation. Enilive focuses on bio-refining, biomethane production, and smart mobility solutions like the Enjoy car sharing service. With over 5,000 Enilive Stations in Europe, the … Read the full press release →

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Breaking New Ground: Technip Energies and Versalis Partner for Sustainable Plastic Recycling Solutions

Posted on 1, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Technip Energies and Versalis, the chemical subsidiary of Eni, have partnered to integrate their advanced recycling technologies, Hoop®, Pure.rOilTM, and Pure.rGasTM. This collaboration aims to create an innovative platform for chemical recycling of plastic waste, forming an endless … Read the full press release →

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Standard Chartered Appoints Diego De Giorgi as Incoming Group Chief Financial Officer, Succeeding Retiring Andy Halford

Posted on 1, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Andy Halford, Group Chief Financial Officer (GCFO) and Group Executive Director (GED) of Standard Chartered PLC, has announced his retirement. He will be succeeded by Diego De Giorgi, who will join the company as GCFO Designate on September … Read the full press release →

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Eni Completes First Phase of Treasury Share Buyback Program with Acquisition of 4.2 Million Shares

Posted on 31, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Eni, an energy company, has acquired 4,233,249 shares on the Euronext Milan from August 21 to August 24, 2023, as part of its treasury share buyback program. The shares were purchased at a weighted average price of €14.1299 … Read the full press release →

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Accenture Bolsters Industrial Expertise with Acquisition of ATI Solutions Group

Posted on 30, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has acquired ATI Solutions Group (ATI), a consulting service provider based in Perth that serves the mining, energy, and rail industries. The acquisition aims to enhance Accenture’s capabilities in Western Australia, where there’s a demand for specialized … Read the full press release →

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UniCredit Successfully Completes Share Buy-Back Transactions as Part of 2022 Programme

Posted on 29, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit S.p.A. has successfully concluded a series of share buy-back transactions in accordance with the Second Tranche of the Buy-Back Programme 2022. The program, initiated on June 30, 2023, was carried out under the authorization of the Shareholders’ … Read the full press release →

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Africa’s First Emission-Free Oil Production: Eni Launches Operations in Côte d’Ivoire’s Baleine Field

Posted on 28, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Eni has initiated oil and gas production from the Baleine Field off the coast of Côte d’Ivoire, less than two years after its discovery in September 2021. This marks Africa’s first Scope 1 and 2 emissions-free production project. … Read the full press release →

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Digi Communications N.V. announces the availability of the instruction regarding the payment of share dividend for the 2022 financial year

Posted on 23, August 2023 by
Digi Communications intends to propose to shareholders the distribution of dividends for the fiscal year 2023 at the upcoming General Meeting of Shareholders, which shall take place in June 2024

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V. has announced the availability of detailed instructions for the payment of a share dividend for the 2022 financial year. The dividend amounts to 1 leu per share and was approved during the Company’s Ordinary General … Read the full press release →

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AXA Unveils Employee Share Offering ‘Shareplan 2023’ Across 40 Countries to Foster Employee Ownership and Engagement

Posted on 23, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) AXA Group has launched its annual employee share offering named “Shareplan 2023” in 40 countries, inviting more than 110,000 employees to participate. The program allows employees to subscribe to shares issued through a capital increase reserved for employees. … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Boosts eMobility Portfolio with Acquisition of Heliox for Fast Charging Solutions

Posted on 23, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG has announced its intent to acquire Heliox, a Dutch company specializing in fast charging solutions for electric buses, trucks, and vehicles. This acquisition will expand Siemens’ eMobility charging portfolio, enhancing its offerings for eBus and eTruck … Read the full press release →

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TotalEnergies and INPEX Collaborate with PTTEP for Acquisition of AC-RL7 Permit in Australia

Posted on 21, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and INPEX have partnered with PTTEP to acquire the AC-RL7 permit in Australia. TotalEnergies will own 26% while INPEX will have a 74% stake and assume operatorship, subject to regulatory approval. The permit includes Cash and Maple … Read the full press release →

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Digi Communications N.V. announces the availability of the 2022 Annual Report

Posted on 18, August 2023 by

(PRESS RELEASE) BUCHAREST, Romania, 18-Aug-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Digi Communications N.V. (“Digi” or the “Company”) informs the market about the availability of the 2022 Annual Report which was approved by the Company’s Ordinary General Shareholders Meeting, which was held on … Read the full press release →

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Aegon N.V. Announces Extraordinary General Meetings to Approve Legal Seat Relocation to Bermuda

Posted on 18, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Aegon N.V. has released the Agenda and Shareholder Circular for two upcoming Extraordinary General Meetings of Shareholders (EGM) scheduled for September 29 and September 30, 2023. The purpose of these meetings is to approve the decision to relocate … Read the full press release →

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BAE Systems to Acquire Ball Aerospace, Enhancing Multi-Domain Portfolio and Strengthening Defense Capabilities

Posted on 18, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has announced its intention to acquire Ball Aerospace from Ball Corporation for approximately $5.55 billion in cash, subject to customary closing adjustments. The acquisition aims to strengthen BAE Systems’ multi-domain portfolio by adding Ball Aerospace’s capabilities … Read the full press release →

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Aviva Reports Robust 2023 Interim Results, Surpasses Targets, and Boosts Dividend

Posted on 17, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Aviva plc has announced its interim results for 2023, showcasing strong growth momentum across the group. The company achieved an 8% increase in group operating profit, with Solvency II own funds generation up by 26%. The results indicate … Read the full press release →

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UniCredit Provides Update on Share Buy-Back Program: Over 139 Million Shares Acquired So Far in 2022-2023 Tranches

Posted on 15, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit S.p.A. provides an update on its ongoing share buy-back program initiated on 30 June 2023 as part of the Second Tranche of the Buy-Back Programme 2022. The program aims to purchase UniCredit ordinary shares (ISIN IT0005239360). The … Read the full press release →

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ORLEN Advances Poland’s Offshore Wind Sector with Conditional Investment Approval for Baltic Power Project

Posted on 12, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN’s Supervisory Board has given a conditional investment approval for the Baltic Power offshore wind farm, allowing the design phase to be finalized. ORLEN and Northland Power’s joint investment represents the most advanced offshore wind project in Poland. … Read the full press release →

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EBRD Backs Ukraine’s Bank Lviv with Financial Package to Aid Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Posted on 12, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is offering a financial package to Ukraine’s Bank Lviv, consisting of a local-currency loan equivalent to €15 million and a €7.5 million risk-sharing instrument. This package will facilitate €30 million … Read the full press release →

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Yara Strengthens Leadership Team with Executive Appointments to Drive Strategic Initiatives

Posted on 12, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Yara, an international agricultural company, has announced executive appointments to its leadership team. Magnus Krogh Ankarstrand has been named EVP Corporate Development. Ankarstrand, who previously held roles as CEO of Yara Clean Ammonia, SVP Yara North America, and … Read the full press release →

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Yara, Bindewald & Gutting, and Harry-Brot Collaborate to Decarbonize German Cereal Cultivation with Green Fertilizers

Posted on 12, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Yara Germany, the Bindewald & Gutting Milling Group, and Harry-Brot have formed a partnership to decarbonize cereal cultivation in Germany by using green fertilizers produced with renewable energy sources. Norwegian ammonia generated through hydropower will be processed into … Read the full press release →

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Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan and Accenture Partner for Data-Driven Transformation through Joint Venture

Posted on 10, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Inc. and Accenture have entered into a joint venture set to commence in January 2024. The venture is aimed at supporting Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Group’s goal of becoming a data-driven organization with streamlined administrative and … Read the full press release →

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Ströer Reports Resilient H1 2023 Results with Strong OOH and Digital Growth Amid Challenging Market

Posted on 10, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Ströer SE & Co. KGaA has reported its first-half 2023 results, showcasing a 7% increase in consolidated revenue to EUR 865 million amidst challenging market conditions. The company outperformed the contracting German advertising market by more than 10 … Read the full press release →

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E.ON Reports Strong First-Half Growth and Raises 2023 Earnings Forecast Amidst Calming Energy Markets

Posted on 10, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) E.ON, a leading energy company, has reported positive first-half results for 2023, attributed to a more stable energy market environment. Both of its segments, Energy Networks and Customer Solutions, showed strong operating performances. This has led E.ON to … Read the full press release →

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UniCredit Advances Share Buy-Back Plan with Additional Purchases

Posted on 9, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit S.p.A. has provided an update on its share buy-back program, which was initiated on 30 June 2023 following authorization from the Shareholders’ Meeting held on 31 March 2023. As part of the Second Tranche of the Buy-Back … Read the full press release →

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Accenture Enhances Capital Project Capabilities with Anser Advisory Acquisition

Posted on 8, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Accenture, a global professional services company, has completed the acquisition of Anser Advisory, a management and advisory firm specializing in infrastructure projects in the United States. The acquisition strengthens Accenture’s capabilities in capital projects and allows them to … Read the full press release →

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BioNTech Q2 2023 update: Advances Oncology Pipeline and Prepares for Omicron-Adapted COVID-19 Vaccine Launch

Posted on 8, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) BioNTech reported its second-quarter 2023 financial results and corporate update, highlighting significant pipeline advancements in oncology with the initiation of BNT316/ONC-392 Phase 3 pivotal trial and positive data updates across multiple technology platforms. The company also prepares for … Read the full press release →

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Crédit Agricole’s Indosuez Wealth Management Forges Partnership with Degroof Petercam

Posted on 4, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Indosuez Wealth Management, a subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole Group, announces a significant agreement to acquire a majority stake in Degroof Petercam, a renowned wealth management leader in Belgium. The strategic acquisition, done in partnership with CLdN group, … Read the full press release →

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Deutsche Börse Group to Acquire FundsDLT, Boosting Fund Distribution with Blockchain Technology

Posted on 4, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Börse Group, a global market infrastructure provider, is set to acquire the remaining shares of FundsDLT, a Luxembourg-based decentralized platform based on distributed ledger technology (DLT) for fund distribution and processing. The acquisition, expected to be completed … Read the full press release →

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Vivendi Sponsors Venice International Film Festival and Showcases Original Series

Posted on 2, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Vivendi will sponsor the 80th Venice International Film Festival, and Canal+ original series “D’Argent et de Sang” will premiere at the event. Vivendi and Canal+ Group will partner with Screens of Tomorrow to promote inclusive and sustainable storytelling. … Read the full press release →

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GBL Boosts Shareholder Returns with EUR 130 Million Buyback Program

Posted on 1, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL) announces an enhanced shareholder return plan through an accelerated share buyback program. Having executed 26% of its initial EUR 500 million share buyback, GBL will reinstate the program with an additional EUR 130 million, … Read the full press release →

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BioNTech Solidifies AI Advancements with InstaDeep Acquisition

Posted on 1, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) BioNTech SE has completed the acquisition of InstaDeep Ltd., a prominent AI and ML technology company. The acquisition is part of BioNTech’s strategy to enhance AI-driven drug discovery and develop advanced immunotherapies and vaccines for diseases with significant … Read the full press release →

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Moroccan SME Neodenim Adopts Sustainable Clothing Production with EBRD Support

Posted on 31, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Moroccan SME, Neodenim, supported by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), has adopted more energy-efficient and sustainable clothing production practices. With the installation of new machines, the company now reduces energy, water, and chemical consumption during … Read the full press release →

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Anglo American Names John Heasley as New Finance Director to Drive Financial Strategy and Sustainable Mining Initiatives

Posted on 28, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American plc has appointed John Heasley as Finance Director, effective by the end of 2023. Heasley currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer of The Weir Group PLC, a global engineering company. He will join Anglo American’s … Read the full press release →

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Anglo American Reports Interim Results with 41% Decrease in EBITDA Amid Challenging Market Conditions

Posted on 28, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American reported its interim financial results for the first half of 2023, showing a 41% decrease in underlying EBITDA, largely due to weaker product prices. Despite macro headwinds, the company is on track to achieve its full-year … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen and Audi Forge Strategic Partnerships with Chinese Automakers to Accelerate E-Mobility Expansion in China

Posted on 27, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen Group is expanding its presence in the fast-growing e-mobility market in China through strategic cooperations with local automakers. The VW brand has signed a technological framework agreement with XPENG for joint development of two electric models in … Read the full press release →

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TotalEnergies Strengthens Renewable Energy Position with Full Acquisition of Total Eren and New Green Hydrogen Partnership

Posted on 26, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies, a global multi-energy company, has fully acquired Total Eren after a successful strategic alliance of five years. The acquisition increases TotalEnergies’ stake from close to 30% to 100%, integrating Total Eren’s teams within TotalEnergies’ Renewables business unit. … Read the full press release →

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RWE Raises Earnings Outlook for 2023 on Strong First-Half Performance in International Power Generation

Posted on 26, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) RWE, a German energy company, has raised its earnings forecast for fiscal year 2023 based on strong operational performance in the first half of the year. The increase in earnings is primarily attributed to international power generation in … Read the full press release →

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Eni’s Strategic Move: Acquiring Chevron’s Interests in East Kalimantan Blocks

Posted on 25, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Eni, a global energy company, announces the successful acquisition of Chevron interests in the Indonesian Blocks Ganal PSC, Rapak PSC, and Makassar Straits PSC, located in the Kutei Basin, offshore East Kalimantan. Eni already held a 20% interest … Read the full press release →

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