Henkel Opens €38 Million Innovation Hub in Brazil to Accelerate Adhesive Technology Development in Latin America

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has inaugurated the Inspiration Center Jundiaí in Brazil, a new 5,000-square-meter research and development hub for its Adhesive Technologies business in Latin America. The facility represents an investment of around €38 million and is designed to accelerate … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Partners with Romanian Development Bank to Advance Sustainable Water Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank will advise the Romanian Investment and Development Bank to strengthen climate-resilient water and wastewater infrastructure across Romania. The agreement, signed at the EIB Forum, includes advisory support, capacity building and project preparation assistance to … Read the full press release

EIB Group Unveils 2026–2030 Gender Action Plan to Strengthen Women’s Economic Empowerment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group has launched its third Gender Action Plan for 2026–2030, aimed at advancing gender equality and women’s economic empowerment in Europe and globally. The plan focuses on expanding economic opportunities for women, investing in … Read the full press release

New Memorandum Strengthens Cooperation Between EIB Group and CDP on Infrastructure and Climate

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen strategic investment cooperation in Italy and internationally. The agreement expands joint action in infrastructure, innovation, digitalisation, climate action, SME … Read the full press release

DWS Group Expands Renewable Infrastructure Portfolio with Finnish Onshore Wind Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) DWS Group has acquired the operational Maaselänkangas onshore wind farm in Oulainen, Finland, from wpd Group for an undisclosed amount. The 41.3 MW facility, operational since September 2024, comprises seven Nordex turbines and is expected to generate approximately … Read the full press release

Daimler Truck Validates Zetros Defence Vehicles in Extreme Arctic Winter Testing

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck has completed intensive Arctic winter testing of its Mercedes-Benz Zetros defence vehicles in Finland, exposing them to temperatures down to minus 20 degrees Celsius and conducting additional cold-start tests at minus 40 degrees Celsius. The evaluation … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Girteka Agree on 500 Actros L ProCabin to Support European Long-Haul Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Girteka Logistics have agreed on the phased delivery of 500 Actros L ProCabin trucks throughout 2026. The investment supports Girteka’s fleet modernization and expansion of its European long-haul operations. The trucks feature improved aerodynamics, advanced … Read the full press release

Siemens Invests in Intelligent Manufacturing Hub in Amberg to Support Growing Demand for High Tech Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has announced a €200 million investment to build a new AI-based, digitalized and automated factory at its manufacturing and development site in Amberg, Germany. The facility, scheduled for completion by 2030, will support the company’s Smart Infrastructure … Read the full press release

New Industrial 5G Cybersecurity Solution from Siemens and Palo Alto Networks Strengthens Protection for Smart Factories

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Palo Alto Networks have introduced a verified cybersecurity solution for industrial private 5G networks, unveiled at Mobile World Congress 2026. The system integrates Siemens’ private 5G infrastructure with Palo Alto Networks’ AI-driven Next-Generation Firewall technology to … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Partners with Join Capital to Support Next Generation Defence and Space Technologies in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund has committed €50 million to Join Capital’s third venture capital fund, marking its largest investment to date in the defence sector and highlighting Europe’s efforts to strengthen its defence and technological capabilities. Supported by … Read the full press release

Scania Navigates Challenging Global Market Conditions While Strengthening Orders and Sustainability Performance in 2025

(IN BRIEF) Scania reported resilient financial and sustainability performance for 2025 despite a challenging global environment characterized by geopolitical uncertainty, market volatility and currency headwinds. The company recorded sales revenue of SEK 198.5 billion for the year, an 8 percent … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Sells 50 Percent Stake in German Battery Storage Portfolio to Allianz Global Investors to Accelerate Renewable Energy Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has signed an agreement with Allianz Global Investors to sell a 50 percent stake in a portfolio of 11 battery energy storage projects currently under construction across Germany. The projects, developed by TotalEnergies subsidiary Kyon Energy, will … Read the full press release

DHL Supply Chain Builds State-of-the-Art Carbon-Neutral Logistics Facility in Rheinbach to Support Modern Supply Chain Operations

(IN BRIEF) DHL Supply Chain is expanding its logistics capabilities in western Germany with the construction of a new carbon-neutral logistics center in Rheinbach’s Wolbersacker industrial park. The facility will provide 26,600 square meters of modern warehousing and transshipment space … Read the full press release

DHL and Wildlife Organizations Relocate Rescued Tiger and Lynx from War-Affected Ukraine to Sanctuary in the United Kingdom

(IN BRIEF) Two rescued wildcats from Ukraine — a white tiger named Aleks and a lynx named Lothar — have been relocated to a permanent sanctuary at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park in the United Kingdom following a complex international rescue operation … Read the full press release

Europe’s Strategic Autonomy Drive Is Giving Rise to a New Defense-Tech Vanguard

Europe’s push for strategic autonomy is accelerating defense-tech innovation across the continent Emerging AI, robotics and autonomous systems firms are entering mainstream procurement frameworks Software-defined warfare and secure digital ecosystems are reshaping military capability Cross-border partnerships and NATO-aligned integration are … Read the full press release

Sika Strengthens Fast Forward Strategy Through Commercial Alliance with Giatec in Digital Concrete Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Sika has signed a commercial partnership with Giatec Scientific Inc. to expand its digital solutions portfolio in the global concrete industry. By integrating Giatec’s AI-driven sensors and software with Sika’s admixture expertise, the collaboration aims to optimize concrete … Read the full press release

Nokia Expands Network as Code Ecosystem and Integrates Google Cloud Agentic AI to Transform Programmable Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has expanded its Network as Code ecosystem with major telecom operators including Deutsche Telekom, Globe, Orange, Rakuten, Tata Communications, Telefónica, TELUS and Vodafone, bringing the total number of partners to more than 75. The platform provides standardized, … Read the full press release

CapMan Real Estate Expands Swedish Portfolio with Prime Residential Investment in Northern Stockholm Transport Hub

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate, through CapMan Residential Fund, has signed an agreement to acquire a newly built 409-unit multifamily property in Barkarby, Stockholm, from Slättö. Completed in 2025, the development includes residential and commercial space as well as underground … Read the full press release

EYEONIX Expands U.S. and European Security Footprint Through Samsung and Defense Partnerships

COMMAND platform presented by Samsung to U.S. federal stakeholders EYEONIX expands collaboration with Samsung in secure mobility New R&D Center launched in Greece DHS-supported deployment to Hellenic Police Strategic space and defense partnership with Terran Orbital (NEWS) ATHENS, 3-Mar-2026 — … Read the full press release