Mergers: Commission approves joint acquisition of HDI Poland by Talanx and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance

Posted on 22, November 2012 by

Brussels, 22-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition of joint control over two Polish insurance companies HDI Asekuracja S.A and HDI-Gerling Życie S.A by Talanx International AG and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company, respectively a German … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, European Union, Germany, Insurance, Investment, Law, Poland

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The SLOVNAFT Group earned profits in the first three quarters of the year, results were improved thanks to exports

Posted on 22, November 2012 by

22-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — SLOVNAFT Group has earned a net operating profit of EUR 50 million excluding the reevaluation of reserves, in the first three quarters of this year. During the same period last year, the company’s loss reached EUR 7 million. … Read the full press release →

Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Slovakia

Statement by the EC, ECB, and IMF on the Sixth Review Mission to Portugal

Posted on 22, November 2012 by

Brussels, 22-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Staff teams from the European Commission (EC), European Central Bank (ECB), and International Monetary Fund (IMF) visited Lisbon during November 12 – 19 for the sixth quarterly review of Portugal’s economic programme. The programme is broadly on track, … Read the full press release →

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Arburg at the Interplastica 2013 in Moscow

Posted on 22, November 2012 by
The Selogica "Set-up Assistant" module guides step-by-step through all the necessary actions in the set-up procedure.

Focus on production efficiency High-quality tubs in just 3.5 seconds: with high-performance hybrid machines designed for packaging sector Energy-efficient set-up: with Selogica “Set-up Assistant” module Lossburg, 22-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — At the Interplastica, which will take place from 29 January to 1 … Read the full press release →

Posted in Chemicals, Electronics & Machinery, Germany, Industrial, Marketing, Russia, Technology

The first e-vehicles and recharging points of Zem2All project delivered

Posted on 22, November 2012 by

• Zem2All is a pilot project designed to gauge usage by drivers of electric vehicles in Malaga and provide an in-depth study of the impact of these vehicles on the grid. • Zem2all has set up a telephone hotline (902 … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Business, Electronics & Machinery, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Spain, Technology

The University of Nottingham recognised as one of Britain’s leading businesses in China

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The University of Nottingham’s work in building Sino-UK links received high praise at a prestigious national awards ceremony held today in Shanghai. The British Business Awards is an awards programme organised by the British Chambers of Commerce in … Read the full press release →

Posted in Awards, Business, Education, International Trade, United Kingdom

Cutting a swathe through the urban jungle. The MINI Paceman.

Posted on 21, November 2012 by
MINI Cooper S Paceman (11/2012)

21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The MINI brand is once again combining the expansion of its model range with a foray into a new vehicle class. Indeed, the MINI Paceman is the first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium small and compact segment. … Read the full press release →

Posted in Automotive, Germany, Technology

Council conclusions on the Republic of Moldova – Action Plan on Visa Liberalisation

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

3199th FOREIG AFFAIRS Council meeting Brussels, 19 ovember 2012 Brussels, 21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The Council adopted the following conclusions: “The Council reaffirms the EU’s commitment to the shared objective of visa-free travel for the citizens of the Republic of Moldova in due … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Law, Moldova

Environmental efficacy rewarded with the 2012 Swedish Steel Prize

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — This year, the Swedish Steel Prize has been awarded to A-Ward Attachments Ltd. of New Zealand. The company has designed a flexible system using high-strength steel which compresses and packs metallic scrap in containers. The aim of the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Awards, Business, Environment, Metals and Minerals, Sweden, Technology

Fight against arms trafficking: Where do we stand?

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

Cecilia Malmström — EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Conference – “Fight against illicit trafficking in firearms. Where do we stand” Brussels, 21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — I am delighted to welcome you all to our conference on the fight against illicit trafficking in firearms, in … Read the full press release →

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Zwei Wiener Schulen künftig unter einem Dach

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

Sieger des Architekturwettbewerbs: ARGE Ulrich Burtscher, Marianne Durig aus Wien Wien, 21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Der EU-weite, offene, einstufige Realisierungswettbewerb für die Funktionssanierung und Erweiterung des BG/BRG/BORG Lessinggasse ist abgeschlossen. „Aus insgesamt 48 internationalen Einreichungen ging die ARGE Ulrich Burtscher und Marianne Durig … Read the full press release →

Posted in Austria, Awards, Education, Government, Real Estate

Digital Agenda: Tech CEOs and leaders kickstart new EU cloud computing board

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

Brussels, 21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The Steering Board of the new European Cloud Partnership (ECP) met for the first time in Brussels today, kicking-off a process where public authorities and industry work together to help building the EU Digital Single Market for cloud computing pursuant … Read the full press release →

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Method for assessing hand bone density may prevent hip fractures

Posted on 21, November 2012 by
Torkel Brismar Photo: Anders Svensson

21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden shows, that a technique for measuring bone density called digital X-ray radiogrammetry (or DXR) used on standard hand radiographs can help to identify patients with a higher risk of hip … Read the full press release →

Posted in Education, Healthcare, Science, Sweden, Technology

Study calls for stronger focus on IT and entrepreneurial skills in schools

Posted on 21, November 2012 by
Figure 1: Integration of digital, civic and entrepreneurship skills into national curricula (primary to upper secondary level), 2011/12

Brussels, 21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — The teaching of IT, entrepreneurial and citizenship skills is fundamental for preparing young people for today’s job market, but, in general, schools are still paying insufficient attention to these transversal skills compared with basic skills in literacy, mathematics … Read the full press release →

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Belgacom finalizes the sale of 25 The Phone House points-of-sale and the activity related to 32 shop-in-shops to YourCall.

Posted on 21, November 2012 by
Belgacom finalizes the sale of 25 The Phone House points-of-sale and the activity related to 32 shop-in-shops to YourCall

21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Early January 2012, Belgacom acquired Wireless Technology owning a chain of The Phone House stores in Belgium. The Belgian Competition Council approved the acquisition but accommodated its approval with the obligation to divest a number of The Phone House points-of-sale, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Retail, Technology, Telecom

Astrium completes 52nd consecutive successful launch of Ariane 5

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

Flight 210 is the 52nd consecutive launch of the European launcher, and the sixth successful Ariane launch of 2012 The next Ariane 5 launcher, which will achieve the seventh and final launch of the year, is already being integrated in … Read the full press release →

Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Defence, France, Germany, Technology

State aid: Commission approves amendments to the restructuring plan of ING

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

Brussels, 21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Following an agreement between the European Commission and The Netherlands, the Commission has approved an amended restructuring plan of the Dutch-based financial institution ING under EU state aid rules. ING agreed to a fixed repayment schedule and revamped … Read the full press release →

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Student stars in Richard Hammond’s ‘Miracles of Nature’

Posted on 21, November 2012 by
Dan Smith prepares to test the special bicycle

21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Navigating his way around a mountain bike course is the latest challenge to be tackled by blind University of Bristol student Dan Smith, as he puts ‘bat echolocation’ technology to the test for Richard Hammond’s new BBC television … Read the full press release →

Posted in Education, Science, Society, Technology, United Kingdom

Taking EU-Peru Trade Relations to the Next Level

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

Karel De Gucht – European Commissioner for Trade Remarks to the European business community in Peru Lima, Peru, 21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Ladies and gentlemen, We are together this morning at a very important moment for the relationship between Peru and the European Union. … Read the full press release →

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Großer Preis von Brasilien 2012: Vorschau

Posted on 21, November 2012 by

21-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Das letzte Rennen der Formel 1-Saison 2012 findet am Sonntag, 25. November auf der Strecke von Interlagos in Sao Paulo statt. Michael Schumacher fährt beim Großen Preis von Brasilien sein 308. und letztes Formel 1-Rennen. In sechs der … Read the full press release →

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