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Outokumpu’s Annual General Meeting 2024 Ratifies Board Proposals and Charts Course for Growth

Posted on 5, April 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu Oyj’s Annual General Meeting held in Helsinki, Finland, endorsed all proposals by the Board of Directors and the Shareholders’ Nomination Board. The meeting approved financial statements, discharged liability for the Board and CEO for the year 2023, … Read the full press release →

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University of Helsinki Launches Doctoral Researcher Positions Pilot Funded by Finnish Ministry

Posted on 2, April 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki has initiated a doctoral education pilot, sponsored by the Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture, offering three-year positions for doctoral researchers. With 236 vacancies across 11 sectoral pilots, the application period runs until April … Read the full press release →

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Borealis Achieves FDA Approval for Borcycle™ M Post-Consumer Recycled Plastics in Food-Grade Packaging

Posted on 28, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Borealis has received Letters of No Objection (LNOs) from the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for specific grades of its Borcycle™ M post-consumer recycled plastics (PCR) to be used in food-grade packaging. This milestone underscores Borealis’ commitment … Read the full press release →

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Novartis’ Fabhalta Receives Positive CHMP Opinion for PNH Treatment: A Potential Game-Changer

Posted on 23, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has announced that the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has recommended granting marketing authorization for Fabhalta® (iptacopan) for the treatment of adults with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) who … Read the full press release →

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ABN AMRO MeesPierson Ups Equity Position Amidst Optimistic Economic Outlook

Posted on 20, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) ABN AMRO MeesPierson, the private bank, announces a shift in its equity weighting from neutral to slightly overweighted, citing a more favorable macroeconomic landscape and the potential for interest rate cuts. Chief Investment Strategist Ralph Wessels highlights the … Read the full press release →

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Bristol Researcher Joins European Effort to Decode Heart Risks Post-Pregnancy

Posted on 20, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Professor Abigail Fraser, leading a team from the University of Bristol, partners with researchers in the Netherlands to investigate the links between maternal vascular malperfusion (MVM) in placentas and future heart and circulatory diseases. Funded by the British … Read the full press release →

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Telefónica Tech Partners with Ferrovial and Endesa X for Smart Lighting in Santiago de Compostela

Posted on 20, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech has been chosen as the technology partner for the digitalization of public lighting in Santiago de Compostela by the joint venture of Ferrovial and Endesa X. This initiative involves the implementation of Telefónica Tech’s intelligent lighting … Read the full press release →

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Unveiling the Hidden Epidemic: Experian’s Podcast Exposes Financial Abuse Impacting Women in the UK

Posted on 19, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Experian’s latest episode of The Cost of Loving podcast uncovers the pervasive issue of financial abuse, affecting 5.5 million women in the UK, with a significant portion falling between the ages of 18 to 24. Through candid discussions … Read the full press release →

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French Consortium Launches RESQUE Project for Post-Quantum Cryptography Solutions

Posted on 15, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The RESQUE consortium, consisting of six French companies and organizations including Thales, TheGreenBow, CryptoExperts, and others, has initiated the RESQUE project aimed at developing post-quantum cryptography solutions to safeguard communications and networks against potential threats posed by quantum … Read the full press release →

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Swiss Re Proposes New Chairman and Enhances Board Composition Ahead of AGM

Posted on 14, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Swiss Re has announced its proposals for its upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 12, 2024, including the re-election of Jacques de Vaucleroy as a Board member and his election as Chairman, along with the nomination of … Read the full press release →

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Rheinmetall Secures €208 Million Spanish Ammunition Deal: Strengthens Position in European Artillery Market

Posted on 14, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The Spanish government has awarded Rheinmetall a contract worth approximately €208 million for the supply of 94,200 155mm artillery rounds. These rounds, to be delivered between late 2024 and late 2025 with a potential two-year extension, underscore Rheinmetall’s … Read the full press release →

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Hexcel and Arkema Collaborate to Advance Aerospace-grade Thermoplastic Composites

Posted on 8, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Hexcel and Arkema have achieved a significant milestone in aerospace innovation through their strategic partnership, resulting in the successful development of a high-performance thermoplastic composite structure. Utilizing HexPly® thermoplastic tapes made from Arkema’s Kepstan® PEKK resin and Hexcel … Read the full press release →

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GSK Reports Positive Results from DREAMM-8 Phase III Trial of Blenrep in Multiple Myeloma Treatment

Posted on 7, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) GSK has announced encouraging findings from the interim analysis of the DREAMM-8 phase III trial evaluating Blenrep (belantamab mafodotin) in combination with pomalidomide plus dexamethasone (PomDex) compared to the standard of care, bortezomib plus PomDex, for relapsed or … Read the full press release →

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Cybersecurity across Europe in the last quarter: Post-Quantum Cryptography, 6G Network and Cloud Security

Posted on 6, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In the last quarter (1 Dec 2023 – 1 Mar 2024), Europe’s cybersecurity scene was marked by significant strides, with Thales and Ericsson leading initiatives to enhance digital security. Thales’ TrustNest R-Cloud received European Restricted certification, bolstering secure … Read the full press release →

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Atlas Copco Group Strengthens Market Position with Portland-Based Pacific Air Compressors Acquisition

Posted on 4, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Atlas Copco Group has acquired Pacific Sales & Service, Inc. (Pacific Air Compressors), a distributor of compressors and related equipment based in Portland, Oregon. With 15 employees, Pacific Air Compressors strengthens Atlas Copco’s presence in the Portland area, … Read the full press release →

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Generali Completes Disposal of TUA Assicurazioni to Allianz

Posted on 2, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Generali has finalized the sale of TUA Assicurazioni S.p.A. to Allianz, in line with the company’s strategic objectives outlined in its “Lifetime Partner 24: Driving Growth” strategy in Italy. This move aims to drive profitable growth, streamline operations … Read the full press release →

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GSK’s Gepotidacin Shows Promise as Gonorrhoea Treatment: Positive Results from EAGLE-1 Trial

Posted on 26, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) GSK plc has announced positive headline results from the pivotal EAGLE-1 phase III trial for gepotidacin, an oral antibiotic aimed at treating uncomplicated urogenital gonorrhoea in adolescents and adults. The trial demonstrated gepotidacin’s non-inferiority compared to the current … Read the full press release →

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Saint-Gobain Proposes Acquisition of CSR Limited, Furthering Global Expansion in Sustainable Construction

Posted on 22, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain has formally approached the Board of CSR Limited, a prominent Australian building materials company, with a non-binding indicative offer to acquire all of CSR’s issued share capital through a scheme of arrangement at A$9.00 cash per share. … Read the full press release →

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Novo Nordisk Announces Annual General Meeting Date and Proposals for Board Re-election

Posted on 22, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Novo Nordisk A/S has announced the date for its Annual General Meeting, scheduled for Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 14:00 CET. The meeting will be held partially electronically, allowing shareholders to participate either in person at Bella Center … Read the full press release →

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ESET Research Exposes Operation Texonto: Russian-Aligned Disinformation Campaign Targets Ukrainians

Posted on 21, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) ESET Research uncovered Operation Texonto, a disinformation and psychological operations (PSYOPs) campaign utilizing spam emails to influence Ukrainian citizens, suggesting Russia’s superiority in the ongoing conflict. The campaign consisted of two waves in November and December 2023, spreading … Read the full press release →

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Norsk Hydro ASA Secures USD 1 Billion Credit Facility for General Corporate Purposes

Posted on 16, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Norsk Hydro ASA announced the signing of a USD 1,000 million revolving multi-currency credit facility on February 15, 2024. The facility, with a two-year tenor and a one-year extension option, replaces the company’s previous undrawn USD 1,300 million … Read the full press release →

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Stellantis Achieves Record Financial Performance in 2023, Proposes Increased Dividend and Share Buyback

Posted on 15, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis N.V. has announced its exceptional full-year 2023 results, with net revenues soaring to €189.5 billion, a 6% increase year-on-year, accompanied by a remarkable 11% rise in net profit to €18.6 billion. The company also reported a substantial … Read the full press release →

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Capra Robotics Enhances Autonomous Mobile Robots with Telekom IoT Services and Precise Positioning Solution

Posted on 12, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Capra Robotics, a Danish leader in autonomous robotics, partners with Deutsche Telekom and Swift Navigation to enhance the capabilities of its mobile robots. Leveraging Telekom’s IoT network and Swift’s precise positioning technology, Capra ensures seamless connectivity and accurate … Read the full press release →

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Yara Reports Lower Fourth-Quarter Earnings but Sees Positive Market Trends for 2024

Posted on 10, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Yara, a leading fertilizer company, announced its fourth-quarter financial results, revealing a decline in earnings compared to the previous year due to lower market prices and one-off position effects. Despite this, the company’s EBITDA stood at USD 586 … Read the full press release →

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TotalEnergies Proposes 7.1% Dividend Increase for Fiscal Year 2023

Posted on 7, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Following a Board of Directors meeting on February 6, 2024, TotalEnergies has announced its intention to propose a dividend distribution of 3.01 € per share for fiscal year 2023 at the upcoming Shareholders’ Meeting scheduled for May 24, … Read the full press release →

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Equinor Unveils Proposed Cash Dividends for Q4 2023: USD 0.35 Ordinary and Extraordinary

Posted on 7, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Equinor (OSE: EQNR, NYSE: EQNR) announces its proposed cash dividends for the fourth quarter of 2023. Shareholders can expect an ordinary cash dividend of USD 0.35 per share, along with an additional extraordinary cash dividend of USD 0.35 … Read the full press release →

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Equinor Posts Robust Q4 Earnings of USD 8.68 Billion Amid Strategic Growth Moves

Posted on 7, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Equinor, a leading energy provider, reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023, recording adjusted earnings of USD 8.68 billion and USD 1.88 billion after tax. The quarter saw significant operational achievements, including a 2.1% production … Read the full press release →

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Acoramidis Shows Positive Results in Japanese Trial for Treating Transthyretin-Mediated Amyloid Cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM)

Posted on 2, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In a Phase III trial conducted in Japan, acoramidis, an investigational treatment for transthyretin-mediated amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), demonstrated promising high-level results consistent with the global BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. ATTRibute-CM Phase III trial. The trial in Japan aimed to … Read the full press release →

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Equinor’s 2023 Safety Results Show Positive Trends and Reduced Incidents

Posted on 1, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Equinor, a leading energy company, has reported positive safety trends in its 2023 safety results. The serious incident frequency per million hours worked (SIF) remained stable at 0.4 in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to the end … Read the full press release →

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INEOS Launches Senior Secured Notes Offering to Raise €2 Billion for Strategic Purposes

Posted on 29, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) INEOS Holdings Limited’s subsidiary, INEOS Finance plc, has initiated an offering of euro and U.S. dollar-denominated senior secured notes due 2029, aiming to raise approximately €2 billion. The proceeds from this financing will serve various purposes, including refinancing … Read the full press release →

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Fortum Initiates Change Negotiations Amidst Efficiency Program, Anticipating Possible Job Reductions

Posted on 26, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Fortum’s efficiency program, launched in November 2023, has prompted discussions regarding potential job reductions within the Fortum Consumer Solutions business unit and the IT unit. Approximately 1,080 employees across Finland, Sweden, Norway, and the IT unit in Poland … Read the full press release →

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Ørsted Repositions Skipjack Wind Project for Future Opportunities Amid Challenging Market Conditions

Posted on 26, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has announced its decision to reposition the Skipjack Wind project, a combined 966 MW offshore wind project off the coast of the Delmarva peninsula in the US, to explore future offtake opportunities. In consultation with the State … Read the full press release →

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AB Electrolux Nominates Geert Follens, Daniel Nodhäll, and Michael Rauterkus for Board Positions

Posted on 26, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The Nomination Committee of AB Electrolux has put forth a proposal for the election of Geert Follens, Daniel Nodhäll, and Michael Rauterkus as new members of the Board of Directors at the company’s Annual General Meeting on March … Read the full press release →

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CapMan Commits to Net-Zero by 2040 and Develops Nature-Positive Framework

Posted on 25, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) CapMan has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, positioning itself a decade ahead of the global target, and is actively working to integrate sustainability within planetary boundaries. The firm will focus on achieving net-zero emissions in its … Read the full press release →

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Outokumpu’s Shareholders’ Nomination Board Proposes Board Composition and Remuneration Changes for AGM 2024

Posted on 22, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu Oyj’s Shareholders’ Nomination Board has put forth several proposals for the Annual General Meeting in 2024. The board suggests re-electing the current eight members of the Board of Directors, with Kari Jordan as Chairman and Kati ter … Read the full press release →

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Record-Breaking Year for European Offshore Wind in 2023, With Positive Outlook and Investments

Posted on 18, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Europe experienced a remarkable year in offshore wind energy in 2023, witnessing a record 4.2 GW of new offshore wind farms coming online, marking a 40% increase from the previous year. Investments of €30 billion were confirmed for … Read the full press release →

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eCarsTrade annonce Dirk Van Roost au poste de Directeur Administratif et Financier: une décision stratégique pour la croissance à venir

Posted on 16, January 2024 by

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) eCarsTrade, une plateforme d’enchères en ligne B2B spécialisée dans la vente de voitures d’occasion européennes, a annoncé l’arrivée de Dirk Van Roost en tant que nouveau Directeur Financier et Administratif (CFO). Dirk apporte avec lui plus de … Read the full press release →

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Infineon’s Latest Magnetic Position Sensor Redefines Precision in Industrial and Consumer Applications

Posted on 15, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has launched the XENSIV™ TLI5590-A6W magnetic position sensor, combining magnetic position sensing expertise with linearized tunnel magnetoresistance (TMR) technology. The sensor, suitable for linear and angular position detection, is qualified for industrial and consumer applications and … Read the full press release →

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Gut Microbiome Composition Linked to Reduced Risk of Graft Versus Host Disease After Stem Cell Transplantation

Posted on 8, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Universitätsklinikum Regensburg (UKR) have discovered that certain microbes in the gut can significantly reduce the occurrence of graft versus host disease (GvHD) following stem cell transplantation. By analyzing … Read the full press release →

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Orange Business Fortifies Position as Digital Integrator with Expertime Deal

Posted on 20, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Orange Business has acquired Expertime, a Microsoft technology solutions specialist, to bolster its digital services and strengthen its position as a leading network and digital services integrator in Europe. Expertime’s expertise in Microsoft technologies, especially in public cloud, … Read the full press release →

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