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Rolls-Royce Achieves Milestone: All In-Production Aero Engines Proven Compatible with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

Posted on 13, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has reached a significant milestone by successfully completing compatibility testing of 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on all its in-production civil aero engine types, fulfilling a commitment made in 2021. The ground and flight tests, involving various … Read the full press release →

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Keolis Wins Contracts to Transform Public Transport and Drive Green Transition in Two French Urban Regions

Posted on 9, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Keolis, a transportation company, has been awarded two significant contracts by urban district councils in France to improve public transport services and advance the energy transition. The first contract with Communauté de l’Auxerrois involves the operation of its … Read the full press release →

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Technical University of Munich Achieves Unprecedented Precision in Earth’s Rotation Measurement

Posted on 9, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have made a groundbreaking advancement in the measurement of the Earth’s rotation. By enhancing a ring laser system at the Geodetic Observatory Wettzell, the team has achieved an unprecedented level … Read the full press release →

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Kapsch TrafficCom and Comillas Pontifical University Join Forces to Advance Sustainable Urban Mobility

Posted on 8, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has unveiled a strategic partnership with Spain’s Comillas Pontifical University to establish a ‘Chair for Smart and Sustainable Mobility.’ This collaboration aims to explore various aspects of urban mobility, conduct in-depth analysis, and propose innovative policy … Read the full press release →

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Enhancing Agricultural Precision: Bosch Engineering’s Sensor Solutions Unveiled

Posted on 8, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering, a pioneer in sensor technology, is introducing advanced sensor systems to enhance automation in agriculture. These high-performance surround sensors are designed to make farming more efficient and sustainable, particularly for agricultural machinery and autonomous field robots. … Read the full press release →

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EIB and European Commission to Triple Advisory Assistance for Western Balkans and Turkey

Posted on 8, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Commission have announced a new agreement that will triple the EIB’s advisory assistance for the Western Balkans and potentially Turkey under the JASPERS program. This agreement includes the largest-ever budget … Read the full press release →

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CapMan Hotels Fund Partners with Lapland Hotels for Expansion in Oulu, Finland

Posted on 3, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Hotels II fund has entered into an agreement to acquire “KOY Oulun Kuvernööri,” a five-story office property in Oulu city center, Finland. The plan is to transform the building into an extension of Lapland Hotels Oulu, increasing … Read the full press release →

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Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile US Launch T Challenge for AI-Driven Network and Customer Experience Solutions

Posted on 3, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile US have announced the launch of the fourth edition of the T Challenge, an international competition focused on harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance network management and customer experiences. Participants are invited to submit … Read the full press release →

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Sir Lenny Henry Inspires Over a Thousand Artists to Set New Guinness World Record in Portrait Painting Event

Posted on 1, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Sir Lenny Henry posed for over a thousand artists during a live portrait painting event, setting a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most people painting online and in a single venue simultaneously. The event, hosted by … Read the full press release →

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Arriva Introduces ‘glimble by Arriva’ Digital Mobility Platform in Italy to Promote Sustainable and Integrated Transportation

Posted on 31, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Arriva is launching its “glimble by Arriva” digital platform in Trieste, Italy, as part of its expansion in the Mobility as a Service (MaaS) sector. Developed in partnership with Moovit, glimble allows users to search, plan, book, and … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen’s Enhanced T-Cross SUV Now Available for Pre-Sale with Upgraded Features and Pricing

Posted on 27, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has opened pre-sales for the new T-Cross SUV, featuring a range of enhancements including a refreshed exterior design, LED headlights and tail lights, and a higher-quality interior. The T-Cross will be available with three turbocharged petrol engine … Read the full press release →

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Michelin’s Bourges Site Unveils 5-Year Plan for Aircraft Tire Market Growth and Welcomes Innovative Production Activities

Posted on 27, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Michelin’s Bourges site, a key player in the aircraft tire market, has announced a 5-year action plan to enhance its performance. The plan focuses on innovation, efficiency, and addressing organizational challenges posed by recent growth. It involves collaboration … Read the full press release →

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EU Commits €16 Million to Enhance Road Safety Along Georgia’s East-West Highway

Posted on 27, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The EU, represented by Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi and EIB President Werner Hoyer, has announced a €16 million grant through EIB Global to enhance road safety in Georgia along the East-West highway. The project aims to improve physical safety … Read the full press release →

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BASF’s Care Chemicals Initiative Takes a Sustainable Leap at SEPAWA Congress

Posted on 25, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) BASF is set to unveil its latest solutions for the home care, industrial & institutional cleaning, and personal care markets at the SEPAWA Congress in Berlin from October 25 to 27. The offerings are part of BASF’s Care … Read the full press release →

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Vodafone’s m-mama Initiative Expands to Zanzibar, Aiding Expectant Mothers in Rural Tanzania

Posted on 25, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) In Tanzania, where over 40 million people reside in rural areas with limited access to healthcare, Vodafone’s m-mama initiative is making a significant impact by providing affordable emergency transport services for expectant mothers in need. The challenges of … Read the full press release →

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Riverty and Computop Expand Partnership to Offer Accounting-as-a-Service to Online Merchants

Posted on 25, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) European Fintech leader Riverty and Germany’s renowned payment service provider, Computop, have announced the expansion of their partnership to provide accounting-as-a-service to online merchants. Building upon their existing collaboration focused on Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solutions, this … Read the full press release →

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EIB’s Largest-Ever Loan Agreement in Czech Republic Fuels Rail Network Upgrade

Posted on 24, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a historic loan agreement worth CZK 24 billion (€992 million) with the Czech Ministry of Finance to support the transformation of the country’s rail network. This monumental financing deal, the largest … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility’s Desiro HC Double-Decker Trains to Revolutionize Franconia-Thuringia Express

Posted on 20, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) In a bid to modernize regional transport, Siemens Mobility has partnered with DB Regio Bayern and Bayerische Eisenbahngesellschaft (BEG) to introduce 18 new Desiro HC double-decker trains for the Franconia-Thuringia Express. These trains, operational from December 2023, offer … Read the full press release →

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Latvia’s Kekava Bypass: A Game-Changer in Baltic Infrastructure

Posted on 20, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Latvia’s Kekava bypass, a pioneering public-private partnership (PPP) project, has been completed in just two years, diverting heavy traffic away from Kekava and promising more efficient travel through the Baltics. Despite a 17-year planning process and external challenges, … Read the full press release →

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Autopista Central Leads the Way with Kapsch TrafficCom’s Pioneering MLFF Toll System in Santiago

Posted on 19, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has implemented an advanced toll collection system called MLFF (Multi-Lane Free Flow) in Santiago de Chile’s metropolitan area. This system facilitates over 1.6 billion transactions annually across nine urban highways in Santiago and extends to two … Read the full press release →

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UK SMEs Report Modest Decline in Business Activity but Maintain Employment Growth in Q3 2023, NatWest SME PMI® Tracker

Posted on 19, October 2023 by
NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) The NatWest SME PMI® Tracker for Q3 2023 indicates a modest reduction in business activity among UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in September. Despite this decline, SMEs reported marginal employment gains, while large enterprises saw a renewed … Read the full press release →

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Leica Geosystems Preserves 17th Century Citadelle de Besançon with Advanced Reality Capture Technology

Posted on 18, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Leica Geosystems, a part of Hexagon, is utilizing cutting-edge reality capture technology to digitally preserve the Citadelle de Besançon, a 17th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site in France. In collaboration with Capture4Cad and the French Government, laser scanners from … Read the full press release →

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FedEx Express Europe Initiates Trial of Renewable Diesel for Long-Distance Trucks in the UK

Posted on 17, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) FedEx Express Europe, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., has commenced a trial of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) renewable diesel to power five of its company-owned trucks in the United Kingdom. This initiative follows FedEx Express’s earlier adoption of … Read the full press release →

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EBRD and EU Support Revival of Albanian Railways, Easing Traffic Congestion and Pollution

Posted on 17, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are supporting the reconstruction of a 34 km stretch of railway between Durres and Tirana in Albania, marking the first major investment in the country’s … Read the full press release →

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TenneT’s DolWin5 Project Advances: HVDC Platform Sets Sail for Norway to Revolutionize Offshore Wind Energy Transmission

Posted on 17, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) TenneT, a leading offshore transmission system operator in Europe, has achieved a significant milestone in the DolWin5 grid connection project. The 900 MW offshore platform, DolWin epsilon, left Seatrium Limited’s shipyard in Singapore and is en route to … Read the full press release →

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Thales Partners with Zambia Airports to Upgrade Air Traffic Control Systems for Enhanced Safety

Posted on 11, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Thales is collaborating with Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) to modernize the air traffic control (ATC) systems at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in Lusaka and Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport in Livingstone. This upgrade will introduce Datalink CPDLC … Read the full press release →

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Hydrogen Revolution: Saudi Arabia Debuts Alstom’s Eco-Friendly Passenger Train in Riyadh

Posted on 10, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) In a groundbreaking initiative, Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and global mobility leader Alstom are set to operate and demonstrate the world’s first passenger hydrogen-powered train, the Coradia iLint, in Riyadh during October. This pioneering event marks the introduction … Read the full press release →

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Paperless Revolution: Lloyds Bank Digitizes Guarantees and Standby Letters of Credit

Posted on 9, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Bank has introduced a revolutionary “Paperless Guarantee” initiative, enabling clients to request digital Direct Guarantees or Standby Letters of Credit for more efficient, secure, and environmentally friendly trade transactions. This initiative follows Lloyds Bank’s success in pioneering … Read the full press release →

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TotalEnergies Surpasses 1,000 High-Power Chargers for Electric Vehicles in France, Becomes No.1 in Ultra-Fast Charging

Posted on 7, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has achieved a significant milestone in electric mobility by installing and operating over 1,000 high-power chargers (HPC) for electric vehicles across France, making it the leading player in ultra-fast charging on the country’s motorways and expressways. As … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen Collaborates with Mönchehaus Museum to Showcase Kaiserring Awardees Yuri Albert and Vadim Zakharov’s Influential Artwork

Posted on 7, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group is proud to support the annual Kaiserring exhibition in Goslar, featuring the works of the 2023 Kaiserring awardees, Yuri Albert and Vadim Zakharov. This collaboration underscores Volkswagen’s commitment to promoting culture and the arts in … Read the full press release →

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SIXT Scores a Slam Dunk with Multi-Year Global Partnership with Los Angeles Lakers

Posted on 6, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) SIXT, a prominent global provider of premium mobility services, has announced a major sports sponsorship deal with the legendary Los Angeles Lakers, one of the most iconic franchises in professional basketball. This multi-year global partnership signifies SIXT’s first … Read the full press release →

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SIXT Embarks on Multi-Year Sports Sponsorship Journey with the Chicago Bulls

Posted on 6, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) SIXT, a renowned global provider of premium mobility services, has unveiled an exciting new partnership with the Chicago Bulls, one of the most iconic franchises in professional basketball. This multi-year sponsorship agreement marks SIXT’s debut in U.S. sports … Read the full press release →

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ÖBB Rail Cargo Group and Ukrainian Railways Test New TransFER Route for Intermodal Freight Transport

Posted on 4, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) in partnership with Ukrainian Railways (UZ) has launched the TransFER Vienna-Kyiv route, connecting Ukraine to RCG’s intermodal network, TransNET. The inaugural test train successfully transported non-craneable semi-trailers carrying building materials from Kyiv to … Read the full press release →

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Aviva and Socius Chosen as Preferred Bidders for London Cancer Hub Development

Posted on 3, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Aviva and mixed-use developer Socius have been selected as the preferred bidders for the advancement of the London Cancer Hub (LCH), a world-leading district dedicated to cancer research and treatment in Sutton, London. The partnership will collaborate with … Read the full press release →

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TotalEnergies to Expand High-Power EV Charging Network with 1,100 New Points Across Germany

Posted on 28, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has secured a contract to install and operate 1,100 high-power charge points (HPC) for electric vehicles (EVs) as part of the German government’s “Deutschlandnetz” initiative. These charging points, offering up to 200 kW charging power, will be … Read the full press release →

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Rolls-Royce Successfully Tests Gas Turbine for Hybrid-Electric Flight

Posted on 28, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has achieved a significant milestone in the development of a small gas turbine designed to power hybrid-electric flight. The engine incorporates novel combustion technology, resulting in ultra-low emissions. This achievement marks the effectiveness of the compact, power-dense … Read the full press release →

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BAE Systems and Malloy Aeronautics Showcase T-600 Heavy Lift Uncrewed Air System in NATO Maritime Exercise

Posted on 28, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems and Malloy Aeronautics demonstrated the capabilities of the T-600 heavy lift uncrewed air system (UAS) during the NATO exercise REPMUS 2023 in Portugal. The T-600 is an electric-powered UAS with vertical take-off and landing capabilities, capable … Read the full press release →

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University of Warwick Strengthens Ties with Ukraine Through Educational Leadership Program

Posted on 26, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has solidified its connections with Ukraine by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ukrainian Leadership Academy and Ukraine’s Ministry of Education and Science. This agreement, signed by Stuart Croft, Vice-Chancellor of the … Read the full press release →

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A New Tune: voestalpine Employees Sing the Message of Sustainability

Posted on 25, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine has launched an innovative brand campaign, featuring its employees as ambassadors who sing about their passions and roles in a rendition of “My Favorite Things.” This campaign highlights how voestalpine contributes to sustainability and modern living through … Read the full press release →

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Sustainability Takes Center Stage: Dutch Universities Join Forces on SDG Action Day

Posted on 25, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Saxion, ROC Twente, and the University of Twente have united on SDG Action Day to spotlight the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote a sustainable future. They are collaborating on Sustainability Week, which features educational activities … Read the full press release →

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