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European Energy Transition: Repsol Warns Against Overdependence on China and Russia

(IN BRIEF) During the General Shareholders’ Meeting, Repsol’s Chairman, Antonio Brufau, highlighted the company’s commitment to the energy transition and its potential for an “enormous opportunity.” Repsol aims to transform its business with a focus on human, technological, and industrial … Read the full press release

Vodafone Appoints Luka Mucic as CFO and Executive Director Amidst Ongoing Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Group Plc has appointed Luka Mucic as the Chief Financial Officer and an Executive Director of Vodafone, effective from 1 September 2023. Luka Mucic’s appointment comes at a crucial time as Vodafone undergoes a transformation, and he … Read the full press release

Investment Powerhouses Impala and Exor Forge Strategic Alliance to Drive the Expansion of TagEnergy’s Renewable Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Investment firms Impala and Exor have partnered to support the growth of TagEnergy, a company operating in the renewable and energy storage sectors. TagEnergy, founded in 2019 by Franck Woitiez and Jacques Veyrat, focuses on developing, financing, and … Read the full press release

Bira 91 Teams Up with Accenture for Enterprise Reinvention and Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Bira 91, an Indian premium beer company operating globally, has entered into a collaboration with Accenture to drive growth, enhance business agility, and accelerate innovation through an enterprise reinvention program. Accenture will assist Bira 91 in designing and … Read the full press release

EQT AB to Repurchase up to 1.8 Million Shares as part of Share Allocation Program

(IN BRIEF) EQT AB has announced its plan to repurchase a maximum of 1,800,000 of its own ordinary shares, amounting to a total maximum value of SEK 500,000,000. The decision was made in accordance with the authorization granted by the … Read the full press release

VINCI Consortium Secures First Design-Build Contract for Grand Paris Express Line 15 West

(IN BRIEF) Société du Grand Paris has awarded a €2.71 billion design-build contract to a consortium led by VINCI Construction and VINCI Energies for the first section of Line 15 West of the Grand Paris Express. The project includes the … Read the full press release

Thales Expands Avionics Portfolio with $1.1 Billion Acquisition of Cobham Aerospace Communications

(IN BRIEF) Thales has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire Cobham Aerospace Communications (AeroComms), a leading provider of safety cockpit communication systems, for $1.1 billion. AeroComms operates across multiple countries and is expected to generate approximately $200 million in revenues … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Awarded Long-Term Service Contract by Alpha Trains for Vectron Locomotives

(IN BRIEF) Alpha Trains, a leading European locomotive and trains lessor, has awarded Siemens Mobility a long-term service and maintenance contract for its Vectron locomotives. The 15-year contract includes complete maintenance and revisions at Siemens Rail Service Center in Munich-Allach. … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole Partners with Coface to Support International Expansion of Corporate Clients

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole has signed a distribution agreement with Coface to offer credit insurance products to its corporate clients engaged in international trade. The economic slowdown and inflation of the past year have impacted payment behavior, particularly affecting small … Read the full press release

ProCredit Group Opens ProEnergy Solar Park in Kosovo, Advancing Sustainability Goals

(IN BRIEF) The ProCredit group has achieved a sustainability milestone by opening ProEnergy, its own solar PV park in Lipjan, Kosovo. The 3 MWp photovoltaic park, implemented in collaboration with ProCredit Bank Kosovo, aims to transform Kosovo’s energy landscape and … Read the full press release

Accenture Partners with smart Europe to Reinvent Car Shopping Experience with Data-Driven Direct-to-Consumer Model

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has joined forces with smart Europe to establish a data-driven, direct-to-consumer (DTC) business model in Europe, aiming to revolutionize the car shopping experience. The collaboration focuses on repositioning the smart brand and supporting the launch of its … Read the full press release

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

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

(PRESS RELEASE) BUCHAREST, Romania, 5-Jul-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Digi Communications N.V. (The Company) informs the shareholders and investors that the Annual Financial Report for the year ended December 31, 2022 is available starting with 5 July 2023 on the Company’s … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Partners with EIB and ICO to Boost Spanish SMEs and Promote Green Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF), a part of the EIB Group, has joined forces with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO) to invest in asset-backed securities (ABS) issued by BBVA. This collaborative … Read the full press release

Spanish SMEs to Benefit from EIB and ICO Investments in BBVA ABS, Focusing on Green Development

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO) have invested in asset-backed securities (ABS) issued by BBVA to support Spanish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps. The investment aims to address working capital … Read the full press release

Shanghai Chemical Industry Park Expands Green Infrastructure with SUEZ’s Hazardous Waste Project

(IN BRIEF) SUEZ has successfully commissioned the SCIP Anyo project, a hazardous waste disposal initiative in Shanghai Chemical Industry Park (SCIP). With an investment of RMB 450 million, the project increases SUEZ’s hazardous waste treatment capacity from 120,000 to 160,000 … Read the full press release

Digi Communications N.V. announces an amendment of the Company’s 2023 financial calendar

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 an amendment to its 2023 financial calendar. The company’s Statutory Auditor provided an update on the availability of the auditor’s opinion, which will allow the publication of the company’s financial statements prepared in … Read the full press release

Iberdrola’s Governance Excellence Acknowledged by World Finance for Tenth Consecutive Year

Iberdrola's Governance Excellence Acknowledged by World Finance for Tenth Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, a Spanish energy company, has been awarded for its outstanding corporate governance practices by World Finance for the tenth time. The recognition highlights Iberdrola’s commitment to continuously updating its Governance and Sustainability System and its dedication to … Read the full press release

VINCI Immobilier Appoints Virginie Leroy as President, Successor to Olivier de la Roussière

(IN BRIEF) Virginie Leroy has been appointed as the President of VINCI Immobilier, effective August 1, 2023. Leroy, who joined VINCI Immobilier in 2010, has held various positions within the company, including Head of Business Property Projects and Managing Director … Read the full press release

Deborah Dunsire to Retire as Lundbeck CEO, Charl van Zyl Named Successor

(IN BRIEF) H. Lundbeck A/S has announced the initiation of CEO succession, with Deborah Dunsire choosing to retire from her role as President and CEO. Charl van Zyl has been appointed as the new President and CEO, and Dunsire will … Read the full press release

Eni Reports Successful Acquisition of 5.4 Million Treasury Shares on Euronext Milan; the company now owns 1.52% of its share capital

(IN BRIEF) Eni has announced the completion of its treasury shares purchase program from June 12 to June 16, 2023. During this period, the company acquired 5,417,589 shares on the Euronext Milan at an average price of €12.9818 per share, … Read the full press release

Electricity Interconnection: VINCI Wins Contract for France-Spain Power Link

(IN BRIEF) VINCI, in collaboration with VINCI Energies, VINCI Construction, and Hitachi Energy, has been awarded a contract by Electricity Interconnection France-Spain (INELFE) to construct two ground stations for an electrical interconnection project between France and Spain. The stations will … Read the full press release

BBS Automation Set for New Chapter as EQT Agrees to Sale with Dürr Group

(IN BRIEF) EQT, along with its co-shareholders, has agreed to sell BBS Automation to Dürr Group. BBS Automation, based in Munich, specializes in automating production processes and reducing energy consumption and waste. It offers customized assembly and testing solutions for … Read the full press release

DNV Grants GASA Certificate to KNCC’s LCO2-EP Tank System, Advancing CO2 Transportation

(IN BRIEF) DNV has awarded Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers (KNCC) a General Approval for Ship Application (GASA) certificate for their LCO2-EP tank system, designed for transporting liquefied CO2. The innovative tank system, based on compressed natural gas principles, utilizes small-diameter … Read the full press release

Georgia’s GRC Partners with EU and EBRD to Enhance Building Materials Offering

(IN BRIEF) GRC, the leading producer of building materials in Georgia, has partnered with the European Union (EU) and the EBRD to expand its product portfolio by introducing rain gutter systems. The EU4Business-EBRD Credit Line supported GRC’s investment in modern … Read the full press release

EBRD, EU, and Elec’Recyclage Inaugurate State-of-the-Art Waste Recycling Facility in Tunisia

(IN BRIEF) EBRD, EU, and Elec’Recyclage have inaugurated a new industrial waste recycling facility in Tunisia. Elec’Recyclage Tunisie received a €1.1 million loan from EBRD and an €85,000 grant from the EU for the construction of the facility. The investment … Read the full press release

Azimut’s Diversified Corporate Credit ESG-8 Fund Secures €30 Million Investment from EIF

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF), with support from the InvestEU program, has committed €30 million as a cornerstone investor in the Azimut Diversified Corporate Credit ESG-8 fund. The fund, managed by Azimut Investments SA, aims to reach a … Read the full press release

Novo Nordisk’s Bid for BIOCORP Set at 35.00 Euros per Share, Totaling 154 Million Euros

(IN BRIEF) Novo Nordisk A/S is in exclusive negotiations to acquire a controlling stake in BIOCORP Production SA, a French company specializing in medical device design and manufacturing. The acquisition would be followed by a mandatory tender offer for all … Read the full press release

Credit Suisse Shares to be Delisted Following UBS Acquisition

Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Article 53 of the SIX Exchange Regulation Listing Rules (IN BRIEF) UBS Group AG has announced its acquisition of Credit Suisse Group AG in a deal that is expected to be completed by June 12, … Read the full press release

Yara International Strengthens Leadership Team with EVP Appointment for Global Plants & Operational Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Yara International ASA, a global crop nutrition company, has announced an executive management change. Johan Labby will take on the role of EVP Global Plants & Operational Excellence starting from July 1, 2023. Pål Hestad will step down … Read the full press release

MAHLE GmbH Implements Board Rotation with Addition of Key Members

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE GmbH has undergone a rotation of its 20-member Supervisory Board, with newly elected representatives joining the board. Professor Dr.-Ing. Achim Kampker, founder and chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University, was elected … Read the full press release

KPN Welcomes New Members to Supervisory Board and Board of Management

(IN BRIEF) KPN, the telecommunications company, held an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders where the appointment of Ms. Marga de Jager to the Supervisory Board was approved. Ms. De Jager replaces Ms. Chantal Vergouw, who will now join the Board … Read the full press release

EBRD Drives Sustainable Mining in Greece with €56 Million Investment in Eldorado Gold

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is investing €56 million in Eldorado Gold Corporation to support the development of the Skouries copper and gold mine in Greece. The investment aims to foster a sustainable and inclusive … Read the full press release

Consolidation and Focus: Anglo American Streamlines Production Businesses into Two Regions

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American, a global mining company, has announced significant changes to its senior management team and organizational structure. The company has appointed Al Cook as CEO of De Beers, Alison Atkinson as Projects & Development Director, and Monique … Read the full press release

EBRD Welcomes Canada’s Inclusion in HIPCA Partnership for Climate Action

(IN BRIEF) Canada has joined the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)’s High-Impact Partnership for Climate Action (HIPCA), strengthening its support for climate action. HIPCA, launched at COP26 in 2021, focuses on combating climate change and environmental degradation through … Read the full press release

Yara International Invests in Cutting-Edge Facility for Specialty Crop Nutrition and Biostimulants

(IN BRIEF) Yara International, a leading crop nutrition company, has announced plans to construct a state-of-the-art production plant for specialty crop nutrition products and biostimulants. The plant, set to be one of the largest globally, aims to meet the growing … Read the full press release

Groupe BPCE Announces the Appointment of Jean-Pierre Charles as CEO of Oney, Reinforcing Commitment to Change

(IN BRIEF) Jean-Pierre Charles has been named the Chief Executive Officer of Oney by BPCE and ELO (formerly Auchan Holding), effective from June 5, 2023. With his extensive experience in consumer finance and retail industries, Charles is set to lead … Read the full press release

Amundi and CACEIS Collaborate to Strengthen Fund Channel’s Position in B-2-B Fund Distribution

(IN BRIEF) Amundi and CACEIS have successfully completed their strategic agreement to accelerate the growth of Fund Channel, a prominent B-2-B fund distribution platform. With CACEIS now holding a 33.33% stake and Amundi remaining the majority shareholder, Fund Channel aims … Read the full press release

BNP Paribas Collaborates with EIB Group for the Third Synthetic Securitisation, Boosting Support for French Companies

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group, in collaboration with BNP Paribas, has launched a synthetic securitisation initiative to support French companies for the third time since 2017. The transaction involves an EIB Group guarantee on an existing loan … Read the full press release

Glencore plc Releases 2022 Sustainability Report, Demonstrating Commitment to ESG Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Glencore plc has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, which is now available on its website. The report encompasses the company’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and aligns with global reporting standards and principles. It focuses on material … Read the full press release

Atos Enhances Board Diversity and Expertise to Support Strategic Plan and Separation Project

(IN BRIEF) Atos, a leading global technology company, has announced changes to its Board of Directors and the convening of its 2023 Annual General Meeting. The Board approved the renewal of Caroline Ruellan’s mandate as a director and the appointment … Read the full press release