GRAHAM Leads Topping-Out Ceremony for Bendigo Building, Ushering in New Era for Student Living in Nottingham

(IN BRIEF) The Bendigo Building in Nottingham has topped out, marking a major milestone in the development of a new purpose-built student accommodation project. The £70 million ‘true Nottingham’ development, set to become a prominent part of the city’s Creative … Read the full press release

Continental Tires’ Korbach Plant Earns ISCC PLUS Certification in Sustainability Milestone

(IN BRIEF) Continental Tires’ Korbach plant has achieved ISCC PLUS sustainability certification, confirming the company’s commitment to using renewable and recycled materials in its tire production. This certification ensures traceability of sustainable materials throughout the production process. The plant joins … Read the full press release

France and Germany Take Key Step Forward in MGCS Tank Replacement Project

(IN BRIEF) On January 23, 2025, in Paris, representatives from KNDS Deutschland, KNDS France, Rheinmetall Landsysteme, and Thales signed a shareholder agreement for the MGCS Project Company GmbH. This agreement is a major step forward in the MGCS program, which … Read the full press release

Las acusaciones de fraude contra Ricardo Salinas no son nuevas: una perspectiva histórica sobre los problemas legales del multimillonario

ASTOR ASSET MANAGEMENT 3 LTD DESTACA LAS PREOCUPACIONES CONTINUAS EN TORNO AL PRESIDENTE DE GRUPO ELEKTRA (NOTICIA EN BREVE) Astor Asset Management 3 Ltd desea llamar la atención sobre los desafíos legales persistentes y las acusaciones recurrentes de actividades poco … Read the full press release

University of Exeter’s Professor Daisy Hay Joins Royal Society of Literature Council to Strengthen Literary Impact

(IN BRIEF) Professor Daisy Hay, a biographer and expert in 18th and 19th-century British literature, has been elected to the Council of the Royal Society of Literature (RSL). Hay, a Fellow of the RSL since 2018, will serve a four-year … Read the full press release

Evonik and Oerlikon Barmag Join Forces to Advance Chemical Recycling of PET Waste

(IN BRIEF) Evonik and Oerlikon Barmag have formed a partnership to develop innovative chemical recycling solutions for Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. The collaboration focuses on creating efficient processes for PET depolymerisation and purification, aiming to boost recycling rates from contaminated … Read the full press release

Evonik and Fuhua Launch Joint Venture in China to Produce Specialty Hydrogen Peroxide for Key Industries

(IN BRIEF) Evonik and Fuhua Tongda Chemicals have formed a joint venture in Leshan, China, to produce specialty hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) for industries like solar panels, semiconductors, and food packaging. With Evonik holding a 51% stake, the venture aims to … Read the full press release

DAAD Unveils Strategy 2030 to Navigate Geopolitical Shifts and Strengthen Germany’s Role in Global Academia

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has launched its Strategy 2030 to address significant geopolitical changes and strengthen Germany’s position as a leader in global academia. The strategy focuses on four key priorities: enhancing Germany’s role in science, … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Joint Venture Secures EUR 83 Million Contract for Automated Traffic Enforcement System Support

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom’s joint venture with Indra and Worldline has been awarded an EUR 83 million contract by Spain’s DGT for support and technical assistance in managing an automated traffic violation processing system in León. The contract, which runs … Read the full press release

Euronext Kicks Off 2025 IPOready Programme with Record Participation from Over 160 Companies

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has launched the 2025 edition of its IPOready programme, marking a decade of supporting Europe’s fastest-growing companies. Over 160 companies from 11 European countries are participating, with technology companies making up the majority. The programme provides a … Read the full press release

DNV Supports Grenergy in Securing USD 299 Million Financing for Landmark Renewable Energy Project in Chile

(IN BRIEF) DNV has assisted Grenergy in securing USD 299 million in financing for the Víctor Jara phase of the Oasis de Atacama project in Chile, which is set to be the world’s largest battery energy storage system. The project … Read the full press release

Anglo American, University of Birmingham, and Cambridge Future Tech Join Forces to Launch PeroCycle for Carbon Recycling in Steelmaking

(IN BRIEF) Anglo American, in partnership with the University of Birmingham and Cambridge Future Tech, has launched PeroCycle, a venture aimed at advancing carbon recycling technology in steelmaking. The project builds on the pioneering work of Professor Yulong Ding and … Read the full press release

CNP Assurances Receives Prestigious MSCI ESG AAA Rating for Sustainability Efforts

(IN BRIEF) CNP Assurances has been upgraded to an MSCI ESG AAA rating, securing a 9.7/10 score and ranking 5th globally in the “Life and Health Insurance” category. The company’s commitment to sustainability is central to its operations, with a … Read the full press release

Fresenius and Microsoft Sign Landmark Five-Year Global Agreement to Enhance IT Collaboration and Security

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius has signed a five-year global contract with Microsoft to enhance IT collaboration and security for its global workforce. Beginning in June 2025, the agreement will include tools such as Microsoft Defender, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft … Read the full press release

Nagarro Sets Optimistic Financial Outlook for 2025, Focusing on Growth and Shareholder Value

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro has issued its financial guidance for 2025, projecting revenues between €1,020 million and €1,080 million, with a gross margin of around 30% and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 14.5% to 15.5%. CEO Manas Human expressed confidence in … Read the full press release

Yonsei University, Zymedi, and Evotec Awarded US$ 4.5 Million Grant for Novel Lung Disease Therapies

(IN BRIEF) Evotec, Yonsei University, and Zymedi have been awarded a US$ 4.5 million grant from the Korea Institute of Advanced Technology (KIAT) to develop first-in-class biologic therapies for lung diseases, specifically asthma and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The project … Read the full press release

Knorr-Bremse Finalizes Sale of GT Emissions Systems to Rcapital Partners as Part of Ongoing Portfolio Optimization

(IN BRIEF) Knorr-Bremse has completed the sale of its subsidiary, GT Emissions Systems, to UK-based Rcapital Partners, marking a key milestone in the company’s portfolio optimization efforts. GT Emissions Systems specializes in emission control systems for diesel engines and has … Read the full press release

Arkema Unveils ENCOR® Bio-Based Dispersions to Drive Sustainability in the Textile Industry

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has launched its ENCOR® range of bio-based waterborne dispersions, designed for textile printing and finishing applications, offering up to 30% bio-based content and reducing the carbon footprint by 40% compared to traditional resins. This innovation supports the … Read the full press release

Banco Santander and Coursera Offer 10,000 Scholarships for Global Professional Development

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has partnered with Coursera to offer 10,000 scholarships for access to Coursera’s platform, providing one-year free access to over 13,000 courses and professional certifications across 13 countries. The scholarships cover a wide range of fields, including … Read the full press release

Naked Receives USD 4 Million Investment from DEG to Expand South Africa’s Digital Insurance Landscape

(IN BRIEF) Naked, South Africa’s fully digital insurance platform, has secured a USD 4 million equity investment from DEG to further its growth by enhancing automation, expanding its product offerings, and attracting more customers through targeted advertising. This is part … Read the full press release