EBRD Backs New Polish Private Equity Fund with €20 Million to Boost Tech-Driven SMEs in Central and Eastern Europe

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has invested €20 million in the newly launched Spire Capital Partners Fund I, helping the Polish-based fund reach its €90 million target and focus on tech-enabled SMEs in Poland and central and eastern Europe. The fund … Read the full press release

New Mural Funded by ABP Southampton Celebrates History and Capabilities of 17 Port and Maritime Regiment

(IN BRIEF) ABP Southampton has funded a new mural at the 17 Port and Maritime Regiment’s Junior Soldiers’ Dining Facility, honouring the history and achievements of Army Maritime operations. Spanning three walls, the artwork depicts the Regiment’s involvement in major … Read the full press release

ABP Strengthens Humber Property Team with Appointment of Ben Wood and Stephen Robinson as Lead Asset Managers

(IN BRIEF) Associated British Ports has appointed Ben Wood and Stephen Robinson as Lead Property Asset Managers for its Humber property team, enhancing its capacity to develop and manage its extensive land portfolio. Operating from ABP’s Hull and Immingham offices, … Read the full press release

Chile’s Mining Sector Gains from Metso’s Antofagasta Service Center Expansion with Advanced Repair Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Metso has expanded its Antofagasta service center in Chile, adding 1,200 m² of operational space for a total of 4,800 m². Located in the La Negra industrial district, the facility has become a key partner for major mining … Read the full press release

New Metso–Millennium Machinery Alliance to Deliver Enhanced Equipment and Support in Key Regional Markets

(IN BRIEF) Metso has partnered with Millennium Machinery Parts and Service, Corp. to enhance market coverage and customer support across the Caribbean and Latin America. Millennium will distribute Metso products for construction, aggregate, and contractor industries in territories including the … Read the full press release

Strategic Alliance Between Helaba and Schwarz Digits Targets AI Innovation and European Data Independence

(IN BRIEF) Helaba and Schwarz Digits have formed a strategic partnership to jointly develop digital solutions that reinforce the financial sector’s digital sovereignty and adhere to European values, transparency, and data protection standards. The collaboration will leverage open source technologies … Read the full press release

Deka Immobilien Sells Helsinki Health Centre to VVT for EUR 100 Million in Strategic Portfolio Move

(IN BRIEF) Deka Immobilien has sold the Kalasatama Health Centre in Helsinki for around EUR 100 million to VVT, which acquired it for its VVT Property Fund II KY. Part of the WestInvest ImmoValue portfolio, the 19,800 sqm coastal property … Read the full press release

Henkel Powers Student Solar Team’s 3,000-Kilometer Challenge Across Australia with Advanced Adhesive Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Henkel is partnering with the Aachen-based student team “Sonnenwagen” for the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, the world’s toughest solar car race. The team’s solar-powered vehicle, “Aethon,” will travel 3,000 kilometers from Darwin to Adelaide across the Australian … Read the full press release

Kelvion Enters Next Growth Phase as Apollo Becomes Majority Investor and Triton Remains Strategic Partner

(IN BRIEF) Apollo-managed funds will acquire a majority stake in German-based Kelvion, a global leader in heat exchange and cooling solutions, from Triton, which will retain a minority interest. Kelvion specializes in advanced thermal management technologies for data centers, energy … Read the full press release

Digi Communications Reports Strong H1 2025 Growth with Revenues Surpassing €1.1 Billion

(NEWS) BUCHAREST, Romania, 14-Aug-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Digi Communications N.V., one of Europe’s leading telecommunications operators listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, has posted robust first-half results for 2025, driven by double-digit growth across its key markets, according to a … Read the full press release

Digi Communications NV announces the release of H1 2025 Financial Report

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications N.V., a leading European telecommunications provider listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, reported strong growth in its H1 2025 financial results. The company posted revenues and other income of €1.113 billion for the first six months, … Read the full press release

LGT Capital Partners Joins Montagu and Astorg as Shareholder in Global Drug Delivery Leader Nemera

(IN BRIEF) Montagu and Astorg have welcomed LGT Capital Partners as a new minority shareholder in Nemera, a global leader in drug delivery devices. Montagu and Astorg will remain majority shareholders while partnering with LGT CP to drive Nemera’s next … Read the full press release

New Keyword Targeting in OTTO Sponsored Product Ads Delivers Higher ROAS, CTR, and Strategic Growth Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) OTTO Advertising has introduced keyword targeting for its Sponsored Product Ads, allowing marketplace partners to match ads with specific search terms for more strategic campaign control. Beta tests showed a 120 percent increase in ROAS and a 50 … Read the full press release

EQT Launches USD 320 Million Tender Offer to Acquire and Privatize Japan’s Digital Healthcare Leader CareNet

(IN BRIEF) EQT has launched a USD 320 million tender offer through its BPEA EQT Mid-Market Growth Partnership to acquire and privatize CareNet, a leading Japanese digital healthcare platform listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Offering JPY 1,130 per share, … Read the full press release

Adamantem Capital to Acquire Nexon Asia Pacific as EQT Exits Following Major Expansion in Australia’s IT Sector

(IN BRIEF) EQT has agreed to sell Nexon Asia Pacific, a leading Australian digital and IT services provider, to Adamantem Capital. Since EQT’s acquisition in 2019, Nexon has expanded from 150 to over 600 employees, grown its client base to … Read the full press release

M&S Princes Street Showcases Fringe Talent and Scottish Flavours with Festival-Themed In-Store Celebrations

(IN BRIEF) M&S Princes Street is joining the Edinburgh Festival celebrations this August with a programme of in-store entertainment and local food showcases, while also spotlighting team member Michael Garden’s Fringe debut in the spy comedy You Have Failed Me … Read the full press release

Stadler to Supply Ten More FLIRT Akku Battery Trains to Strengthen Lokaltog’s Green Rail Fleet in Eastern Denmark

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has secured an order from Lokaltog A/S for ten more FLIRT Akku battery-powered trains, following an option in their 2024 contract. Entering service in 2029, the new units will replace Denmark’s aging IC2 trains and strengthen zero-emission … Read the full press release

U.S. Brands Pivot to Europe with AI-Powered Support from CommerceIQ

(NEWS) PALO ALTO, CA, United States, 12-Aug-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — CommerceIQ, an AI-driven digital commerce platform supporting over 1,400 retailers worldwide, has unveiled new Europe-focused capabilities as part of its AllyAI suite to assist U.S. brands in the face of … Read the full press release

Danske Bank Completes Implementation of New Fossil Fuels Investment Strategy Focused on Net-Zero Transition Leaders

(IN BRIEF) Danske Bank has finalised the rollout of its 2024-announced fossil fuels investment methodology across Danske Invest and Danica products, narrowing its fossil fuel investment universe from about 2,000 to 270 companies. The strategy prioritises firms with credible, data-backed … Read the full press release

DNB Appoints Rasmus Figenschou as New CFO, Names Marianne Wik Sætre to Lead Corporate Banking Norway

(IN BRIEF) DNB has named Rasmus Figenschou as its next CFO, effective 24 October, succeeding Ida Lerner, who is leaving for a role outside the Nordic region. Figenschou will be replaced as Group Executive Vice President of Corporate Banking Norway … Read the full press release