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Saint-Gobain Successfully Concludes Acquisition of International Cellulose Corporation (ICC)

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain, a global leader in sustainable construction materials, has successfully acquired International Cellulose Corporation (ICC), a prominent manufacturer of specialty insulation products in the United States. ICC specializes in producing spray-on thermal insulation, fireproofing solutions, and acoustic finish … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Acquires 200 Charging Sites to Spearhead Electric Mobility in Spain in Partnership with Wenea

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and Wenea have joined forces to establish a prominent presence in the Spanish electric mobility sector by creating a network of high-power charging hubs. TotalEnergies has acquired Nordian CPO, a subsidiary of Wenea, which owns 200 charging … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Successfully Acquires 266,213 Shares in Share Repurchase Program

(IN BRIEF) On January 26, 2024, Outokumpu successfully concluded its share repurchase program, acquiring a total of 266,213 of its own shares across various trading venues, with a total cost of EUR 1,073,521.31. This initiative, which began following the announcement … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Successfully Completes Share Repurchase Program, Acquiring 153,195 Total Shares

(IN BRIEF) On January 24, 2024, Outokumpu finalized the repurchase of its own shares, totaling 153,195 shares across various trading venues, with a weighted average price of EUR 3.99 per share and a total cost of EUR 611,483.24. This share … Read the full press release

MEA Logistics Boost: DHL Global Forwarding Integrates Danzas AEI Emirates Operations

(IN BRIEF) DHL Global Forwarding has successfully completed the acquisition of shares in Danzas AEI Emirates, rebranding all facilities under the DHL name. This integration not only changes the logo and name but also strengthens operational capabilities by incorporating 1,100 … Read the full press release

EBRD Joins Actis-Led Consortium to Acquire Telekom Srbija’s Mobile Towers in Western Balkans

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has partnered with an international consortium led by Actis, a global sustainable infrastructure investor, to acquire approximately 1,800 mobile towers from Serbian state-owned telecoms operator Telekom Srbija across Bosnia and … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole Group Demonstrates Commitment to Worldline’s European Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole S.A. has acquired a 7% minority stake in Worldline S.A. as part of their strategic partnership to strengthen their presence in the French merchant payment services market. This investment reaffirms Crédit Agricole Group’s commitment to supporting … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Successfully Acquires 184,718 Shares in Share Repurchase Program

(IN BRIEF) On January 18, 2024, Outokumpu successfully concluded its share repurchase program, acquiring a total of 184,718 of its own shares across various trading venues at an average price of EUR 4.03 per share. This initiative was part of … Read the full press release

ABB Expands AI and Software Capabilities with Acquisition of Meshmind to Boost Automation Innovation

(IN BRIEF) ABB has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in Meshmind, a software service provider, to bolster its research and development capabilities in AI, Industrial IoT, and machine vision. This strategic move will enable ABB to establish a … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Completes Share Buyback Program, Acquiring 281,802 Treasury Shares

(IN BRIEF) On January 17, 2024, Outokumpu, a Finnish stainless steel manufacturer, successfully concluded its share buyback program, repurchasing a total of 281,802 of its own shares across various trading venues. The company had initiated the program on November 29, … Read the full press release

PGNiG Upstream Norway Expands License Portfolio with Ten New Exploration Areas in Norwegian Continental Shelf

(IN BRIEF) PGNiG Upstream Norway AS (PUN), a subsidiary of the ORLEN Group, has secured ten new license areas for exploration on the Norwegian Continental Shelf through the Awards in Predefined Areas (APA) for 2023. PUN will act as the … Read the full press release

bp Expands European C&I Energy Presence with Acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH

(IN BRIEF) bp, the global energy company, is set to expand its presence in the European commercial and industrial (C&I) energy supply sector with the acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH, a prominent energy supplier in Germany. This acquisition will strengthen … Read the full press release

Volvo Group Explores Potential Sale of Arquus, Expects Negative Impact on Q4 2023 Income

(IN BRIEF) The Volvo Group has entered into an option agreement with John Cockerill Defense, allowing Volvo to potentially sell Arquus, a company specializing in defense vehicle manufacturing. The agreement requires consultations with employee representative bodies, expected to conclude in … Read the full press release

Saint-Gobain Expands Digital Solutions Portfolio with Glass Service Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain, a global leader in sustainable building materials, is set to acquire Glass Service a.s., a provider of digital solutions for glass furnaces. This acquisition will enhance Saint-Gobain’s digital services by incorporating advanced control systems and simulation software … Read the full press release

Basilea Pharmaceutica Acquires Novel Antibiotics Program Targeting Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria

(IN BRIEF) Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd (SIX: BSLN), a biopharmaceutical company specializing in severe bacterial and fungal infection treatments, has announced an asset purchase agreement with Spexis AG (SIX: SPEX) for a preclinical antibiotics program aimed at combating Gram-negative bacteria, including … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Completes Share Repurchase Program, Acquiring Over 144,000 Shares

(IN BRIEF) On January 12, 2024, Outokumpu successfully concluded its share repurchase program, acquiring a total of 144,091 of its own shares from various trading venues at an average price of EUR 4.09 per share, totaling EUR 588,853.23. This buyback … Read the full press release

Siemens Enhances eMobility Portfolio with Acquisition of Heliox, a Leader in DC Fast Charging Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG has successfully acquired Heliox, a renowned provider of DC fast charging solutions for eBus, eTruck fleets, and passenger vehicles. The Netherlands-based Heliox, with around 330 employees, brings a range of charging products from 40 kW to … Read the full press release

Eni Acquires Additional Treasury Shares as Part of Its Buyback Program

(IN BRIEF) Eni, an energy company, has reported the acquisition of 4,640,950 treasury shares, equivalent to 0.14% of its share capital, between January 2 and January 5, 2024. The shares were purchased on the Euronext Milan stock exchange at an … Read the full press release

Plenitude Expands Its Renewable Portfolio with Acquisition of Three U.S. Solar Parks from EDPR

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude, a renewable energy company and subsidiary of Eni New Energy US Inc., has signed an agreement with EDP Renováveis (EDPR) to acquire an 80% equity stake in three operational photovoltaic plants in the United States. The Cattlemen … Read the full press release

EQT Launches Healthcare Growth Strategy and Announces First Investment in Mabtech

(IN BRIEF) EQT has unveiled its EQT Healthcare Growth Strategy and revealed its initial investment in Mabtech, acquired from the IK Small Cap II Fund. The strategy aims to capitalize on long-term healthcare trends, leveraging scientific breakthroughs, technology advancements, and … Read the full press release