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The Royal Bank of Scotland to be accredited a Living Wage employer by the Living Wage Foundation

The commitment will see all RBS employees receive a minimum hourly wage of £7.85. EDINBURGH, 4-11-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — RBS has today revealed that it is to be accredited a Living Wage employer by the Living Wage Foundation. This follows becoming … Read the full press release

German university graduates named Audi preferred employer for students in Germany

Top-ranked once again by German university graduates Audi Board of Management Member for Human Resources Thomas Sigi: “We offer innovative concepts and development opportunities at sites worldwide” Approximately 2,000 persons recruited for competence areas of electric mobility, lightweight construction and … Read the full press release

Great Place to Work Institute named Hilti among top worldwide employers

Hilti placed 15th in the most recent international employer evaluation conducted by the Great Place to Work Institute, giving the company a top ranking among the world’s best companies.  Schaan (FL), Liechtenstein, 5-11-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — In addition to 2011, when … Read the full press release

Universum’s annual World’s Most Attractive Employer ranking named EY the world’s most attractive professional services employer

London, 23-9-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — EY is the world’s most attractive professional services employer – and second most attractive employer overall – in Universum’s annual World’s Most Attractive Employer ranking. Based on the preferences of almost 94,000 business students from the world’s top academic institutions … Read the full press release

G4S head of HR Colin Minto discusses global recruiting challenges for one of the world’s largest private employers with HR Review magazine

With 620,000 employees who work in over 125 countries,in sometimes challenging environments, making sure we have the right people for the job is crucial 16-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — G4S’ Global Head of Resourcing recently talked to HR Review magazine about the challenges of … Read the full press release

EC opened public consultation with trade unions and employers’ representatives over undeclared work

4-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has launched today a consultation with representatives of trade unions and employers’ organisations on possible future EU measures to prevent and deter undeclared work through improved cooperation between Member States enforcement authorities, such as … Read the full press release

Europe-wide social dialogue between port workers and employers

Brussels, 20-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission welcomes the new social dialogue committee in the port sector launched today with port authorities, terminal operators, dockers and other port workers across the EU. 1.5 million workers are employed in European ports, with … Read the full press release

HR company Randstad names EADS the most attractive employer to work for in Spain

Madrid, 23-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Human Resource Company Randstad has confirmed that EADS in Spain has an excellent reputation as an employer, ranking the European aerospace and Defence Group as the most attractive company to work for across all business sectors in … Read the full press release

MOL is one of Hungary’s most desired employer according to Aon Hewitt’s Employer Brand Research

2-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — In 2013, MOL is one of Hungary’s most desired employer according to Aon Hewitt’s Employer Brand Research on more than 240 companies. Via this year Aon Hewitt’s survey, various positions and companies of 17 industries were assessed … Read the full press release

Neste Shipping to improve its operational efficiency and start statutory employer-employee negotiations

Neste Shipping to improve its operational efficiency and start statutory employer-employee negotiations 6-2-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Neste Oil’s shipping subsidiary, Neste Shipping Oy, is to start an efficiency improvement program aimed at improving its profitability and securing the continuity of its … Read the full press release

Herman Van Rompuy President of the European Council Speech to the Irish Business and Employers Confederation “Driving Europe’s Recovery – the Way Forward”

Dublin, 10-1-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — It is always a great pleasure to be back in Dublin – it’s a good place to mark the start of the New Year! My visit today comes at a special time, as Ireland takes over Presidency … Read the full press release

Improving Access to Labour Market Information for Migrants & Employers

Brussels, 7-11-2012 — /europawire.eu/ — Ladies and Gentlemen, It is my great pleasure to welcome you all to this Expert Seminar that is devoted to the access of migrants and employers to labour market information and which is organised by LINET, … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Welcomes 500+ New Trainees with a Focus on E-Mobility and Automation

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has welcomed 511 new apprentices and 27 dual students for the 2024 training year across its German production sites in Munich, Nuremberg, Salzgitter, and its service operations. This intake brings the total number of … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Honored with Prestigious Gold Award by Armed Forces Covenant

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award by the Armed Forces Covenant under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. This recognition highlights Stagecoach’s consistent commitment to supporting the armed forces community, … Read the full press release

Aegon Appoints Shawn C.D. Johnson as New CEO of Asset Management Division, Succeeding Bas NieuweWeme

(IN BRIEF) Aegon has appointed Shawn C.D. Johnson as the new CEO of Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM), effective September 23, 2024. Johnson, who has extensive experience in asset management, including his recent role as CEO of AMP Capital, will … Read the full press release

DHL Strengthens Commitment to Esports with Extended Partnership with ESL FACEIT Group

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has extended its partnership with ESL FACEIT Group, continuing its role as the Official Logistics Partner for major esports events and expanding its involvement with the Snapdragon Pro Series and DreamHack festivals. The collaboration enhances DHL’s … Read the full press release

Amazon and Barclays Unveil Co-Branded Credit Card Offering Rewards for Everyday Spending

(IN BRIEF) Amazon and Barclays have launched the Amazon Barclaycard, a new co-branded credit card in the UK that rewards customers for everyday spending. The card offers up to 2% back in Amazon Barclaycard Rewards, with 1% on Amazon purchases … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Expands Global E-Mobility Charging Infrastructure with 5,000 New Points by 2030

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler is expanding its global electric vehicle charging infrastructure by adding 5,000 new charging points by 2030, with 3,000 in Europe. This initiative is part of the company’s sustainability program. Pilot projects have started at Herzogenaurach and Schweinfurt … Read the full press release

CRE8 Program Fosters Employment Opportunities at Mossley Hill Mental Health Facility Construction Site

(IN BRIEF) The CRE8 pre-employment program has successfully created job opportunities for disadvantaged locals at the Mossley Hill Mental Health Facility construction site. Through collaboration with local partners, the program provides comprehensive training and work experience, leading to sustainable employment. … Read the full press release

Aviva Enhances Risk Management Capabilities with Cutting-Edge Software

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has revolutionized its exposure management capabilities with the adoption of Orchestra, a sophisticated software solution developed by Symfos. Since its implementation in 2021, Orchestra has streamlined Aviva’s portfolio roll-up process by 60-70%, allowing for quicker data processing … Read the full press release

Vestas Lands 105 MW Wind Turbine Order for LEAG’s Forst-Briesnig II Project in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Vestas has secured a 105 MW order from LEAG for the Forst-Briesnig II wind energy project in Germany’s Lausitz region. The project, set on a former brown coal mining area, will include 17 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines. Vestas … Read the full press release

JUWI Expands Solar Footprint and Unveils Major Projects Ahead of Intersolar 2024

(IN BRIEF) JUWI, a leading renewable energy specialist, announces significant achievements and upcoming projects ahead of Intersolar 2024. They have completed the “Pike Solar” park in Colorado, pushing their total installed solar capacity beyond 4,000 megawatts. Plans include further large-scale … Read the full press release

SEB Affirms Commitment to Inclusion by Joining Stockholm Pride 2024

(IN BRIEF) SEB, a prominent financial institution, has announced its inaugural participation as an official partner in Stockholm Pride 2024, highlighting its commitment to fostering inclusivity within the organization and beyond. Johan Torgeby, SEB’s President and CEO, emphasized the bank’s … Read the full press release

Driving ESG Ambitions: PATRIZIA’s New Leadership Charts Course for Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA, a global real assets partner, has restructured its ESG framework, dividing roles to align closer with business lines for enhanced sustainability and impact investing efforts. Mads Rude leads PATRIZIA Global Partners, focusing on impact investing, with Marleen-Bikker-Bekkers … Read the full press release

DHL Supply Chain Expands Logistics Capacities with New Carbon-Neutral Center in Halle

(IN BRIEF) DHL Supply Chain is bolstering its logistics capabilities with the construction of a new carbon-neutral operated logistics center in Halle (Saale), Germany, adjacent to its existing warehouse. Expected to begin operations in Q4 2024, the state-of-the-art facility will … Read the full press release

Aviva Completes £130 Million Deal to Secure Telereal Pension Plan Benefits

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has successfully finalized a £130 million bulk purchase annuity full scheme buy-in with the Trustee of the Telereal Pension Plan, sponsored by Telereal Services Limited. This move will see Aviva insuring defined benefit liabilities for approximately 500 … Read the full press release

Siemens and Foxconn Forge Alliance to Revolutionize Smart Manufacturing and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG and Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to spearhead digital transformation and sustainability in smart manufacturing platforms. This collaboration aims to optimize global manufacturing processes, particularly in electronics, information and … Read the full press release

Siemens Launches Innovative Credential Program to Address Engineering Talent Gap

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software introduces a groundbreaking program in collaboration with the University of Colorado Boulder and Pennsylvania State University to credential students and enhance career readiness in engineering fields. These industry-recognized credentials, endorsed by ABET, will supplement … Read the full press release

BASF Initiates Change Negotiations Amid Regulatory Uncertainty at Harjavalta Plant

(IN BRIEF) BASF announces the commencement of change negotiations at its precursor cathode active materials plant in Harjavalta, Finland, due to prolonged permitting processes and regulatory uncertainty. The decision, prompted by the suspension of the environmental permit’s immediate enforcement by … Read the full press release

VDL Bus & Coach Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Electric Bus Plant in Roeselare

(IN BRIEF) VDL Bus & Coach recently celebrated the opening of its new electric bus production facility in Roeselare, Belgium, with key figures such as Flemish Prime Minister Jan Jambon and Flemish Minister Lydia Peeters in attendance. The site boasts … Read the full press release

Aviva Launches Aviva Clarity to Support Small Scheme De-Risking

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has introduced Aviva Clarity, a streamlined Bulk Purchase Annuity (BPA) service aimed at facilitating market access for smaller pension schemes with assets typically under £100 million. This service underscores Aviva’s commitment to aiding schemes in their de-risking … Read the full press release

EIB and Maib Forge €94 Million Deal to Boost Green Investments and MSMEs in Moldova

(IN BRIEF) At the EU-Moldova Private Sector Investment Conference in Chișinău, the European Investment Bank (EIB Global) sealed two agreements with Moldova’s leading bank, maib. The first involves a €50 million loan aimed at enhancing access to finance and promoting … Read the full press release

EBRD and NBU Forge Partnership to Enhance Veteran Reintegration in Financial Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) have inked a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at bolstering human capital resilience in Ukraine by fostering greater accessibility of war veterans to the … Read the full press release

Aegon Unveils EUR 35 Million Share Repurchase Initiative to Fulfill Senior Management Compensation Obligations

(IN BRIEF) Aegon has announced a plan to repurchase common shares worth EUR 35 million to fulfill obligations related to share-based compensation plans for senior management. The repurchased shares will be held as treasury shares until allocated to plan participants. … Read the full press release

Aviva Joins Partnership to Finance 250 Zero Emission Buses Across UK

(IN BRIEF) Rock Rail, the UK Infrastructure Bank, and Aviva Capital Partners have collaborated to establish a funding platform for zero emission bus financier, ‘Rock Road,’ committing an initial £100 million to fund up to 250 zero emission buses and … Read the full press release

Savills UK Reports Reduction in Gender Pay Gap, Increase in Ethnic Diversity Across Pay Quartiles

(IN BRIEF) Savills UK has released its 2023 gender and ethnicity pay gap report, showing a decrease in the mean gender hourly pay gap from 23.94% to 20.11% compared to the previous year. Additionally, there has been an increase in … Read the full press release

Aviva Partners with Joe Wicks and Strava to Encourage Nationwide Wellbeing Revolution

(IN BRIEF) Aviva collaborates with fitness icon Joe Wicks and Strava to launch the #MoveWithAviva challenge, aiming to inspire individuals across the nation to prioritize their health and wellness. In response to findings revealing common barriers to exercise, such as … Read the full press release

Aviva Advises Pet Owners: Check Your Home Insurance Coverage!

(IN BRIEF) Aviva highlights the importance of appropriate home insurance coverage for pet owners as internal data reveals a surge in pet-related home insurance claims over the past five years. Dogs and cats have been responsible for nearly 6,000 claims, … Read the full press release

Swissport Launches Operations at Palma de Mallorca Airport, Pledges to Drive Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Swissport has commenced operations at Palma de Mallorca (PMI), Spain’s third-largest airport and a significant European tourist destination. With a workforce of 300, including 64.9 percent electrically powered vehicles, Swissport aims to contribute to sustainable air traffic in … Read the full press release

ABB Strengthens US Robotics Leadership with Expanded Facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan

(IN BRIEF) ABB inaugurated its renovated US robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, underscoring its dedication to bolstering its leadership in the US robotics market. The facility, with a 30% increase in space, will support ABB’s role … Read the full press release