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AFRY Qualification Centre Attains Accreditation for Welding Procedures and Personal Certification, Enhancing Welding Service Quality

(IN BRIEF) The AFRY Qualification Centre has received accreditation from SWEDAC as an inspection body, in accordance with the international standard SS-EN ISO/IEC 17020:2012. This accreditation enables the center to issue welding procedures and provide personal certification in various welding … Read the full press release

Roche Achieves Top Sustainability Rankings in Pharmaceuticals Index for 15th Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) has once again secured its position as one of the leading sustainable companies in the Pharmaceuticals sector within the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI). In the latest rankings, Roche secured the third … Read the full press release

Linde Achieves 21st Consecutive Inclusion in Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

(IN BRIEF) Linde, a global industrial gas and engineering company, has announced its 21st consecutive inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), along with its inclusion in the DJSI North America. The DJSI World represents sustainability leaders … Read the full press release

Boliden’s Climate Targets Validated and Approved by Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)

(IN BRIEF) Boliden, a pioneering mining and metals company, has achieved validation and approval for its climate targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), making it one of the first companies in the industry to do so. Boliden’s ambitious … Read the full press release

Catherine Macaulay of Schroders Wins Young Professional of the Year Award at Environmental Finance Impact Awards

(IN BRIEF) Catherine Macaulay, the Impact Investment Lead at Schroders, has been honored with the Young Professional of the Year/Rising Star award at the Environmental Finance Impact Awards. The awards recognize the contributions of impact investors worldwide and showcase best … Read the full press release

ÖBB Rail Cargo Group Earns EcoVadis Gold Standard for Third Consecutive Year in CSR Excellence

(IN BRIEF) The ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Standard for corporate social responsibility (CSR) for the third consecutive year. This recognition places RCG in the top 1% of companies in the rail freight transport … Read the full press release

Siemens Honors Exceptional Inventors in Annual Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has recognized twelve outstanding inventors from various countries in its annual Inventors of the Year awards. These innovators have made significant contributions to fields such as artificial intelligence, sustainable power grids, railcar stability, and electric vehicle charging … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s ID.7 Earns Top 5-Star Safety Rating in Euro NCAP Test

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen’s new all-electric model, the ID.7, has achieved a stellar five-star safety rating in the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) safety test, solidifying its position among the highest-rated models of 2023 according to the independent European … Read the full press release

Infineon Technologies Maintains 14-Year Streak in Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG has once again secured a position in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, marking the 14th consecutive year of recognition for the company’s sustainability efforts. Elke Reichart, Member of the Board and Chief Digital … Read the full press release

DNV Receives Global Carbon Council Accreditation for GHG Emission Reduction Validation and Verification

(IN BRIEF) DNV has achieved accreditation from the Global Carbon Council (GCC) as one of 14 approved verifiers. This accreditation enables DNV to provide validation and verification services for businesses engaged in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction projects aligned with … Read the full press release

Generali Earns Top ESG Rating from MSCI and Maintains Strong Sustainability Presence in Dow Jones Indices

(IN BRIEF) Generali has reaffirmed its sustainability leadership by achieving MSCI’s highest “AAA” ESG rating, reflecting its advanced climate risk management practices and commitment to responsible investments, human capital management, and cybersecurity. The company’s continued presence in the Dow Jones … Read the full press release

BBVA Named Europe’s Most Sustainable Bank for Fourth Consecutive Year in Dow Jones Sustainability Index

(IN BRIEF) For the fourth year in a row, BBVA has been recognized as Europe’s most sustainable bank in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), a leading global sustainability ranking. The bank received a total score of 84 out of … Read the full press release

Holcim’s “Carbon2Business” Receives Recognition and Awards for Groundbreaking Carbon Capture Project at COP28

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, the global building materials company, has been honored with two prestigious awards at COP28 in Dubai for its innovative “Carbon2Business” project in Lägerdorf, Germany. The first accolade names Holcim as an “Energy Transition Changemaker,” recognizing the project’s … Read the full press release

Husqvarna Group Recognized as a Diversity Leader by Financial Times for the Third Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Husqvarna Group has been honored with the title of Diversity Leader by Financial Times for the third consecutive year, securing the 49th position among 850 European companies, a significant improvement from its 177th position in the previous year’s … Read the full press release

SHV Energy’s Glaura Kartalian Honored with Woman of the Year Award at LPG Week 2023

(IN BRIEF) Glaura Kartalian, a Management Board Member at SHV Energy, has been recognized with the Woman of the Year Award 2023 during LPG Week, the global industry’s annual flagship event. The award was presented by the Women in LPG … Read the full press release

Voith Composites Achieves UNECE R 134 Certification for Large Hydrogen Tank, Paving the Way for Zero-Emission Heavy-Duty Trucks

(IN BRIEF) Voith Composites has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining UNECE R 134 certification for its Type IV 700 bar and 350-liter hydrogen storage tank. This certification marks the first approval for a hydrogen tank of this size under … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Ranks 30th Globally in QS Sustainability Rankings 2024, Acknowledging Commitment to ESG Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has achieved a global ranking of 30th in the QS Sustainability Ranking 2024, which evaluates universities’ efforts to address Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) challenges. Exeter also secured 15th place in Europe and 10th … Read the full press release

Nominations Open for Axel Springer Prize for Young Journalism, Now Featuring AI-Related Categories

(IN BRIEF) The nomination phase for the Axel Springer Prize for Young Journalism, a prestigious award for young journalists in the German-speaking region, has officially begun. The prize, which is being awarded for the 33rd time, is organized by the … Read the full press release

Terna Achieves Historic Fourth Consecutive Top Spot in Webranking Europe 500 for Digital Communication Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Italian power grid operator Terna, under the leadership of Giuseppina Di Foggia, has achieved an unprecedented feat by ranking first in the 2023-2024 edition of “Webranking Europe 500,” a prestigious continental ranking that evaluates the quality and transparency … Read the full press release

Bill Martyn-Smith of Logicor Honored with ‘Rising Star’ Award at Industrial Agents Society Awards

(IN BRIEF) Bill Martyn-Smith, the UK Asset Manager at Logicor, has been recognized with the prestigious “Rising Star” award at the annual Industrial Agents Society Awards in London. This accolade is highly regarded in the industry, acknowledging outstanding achievements and … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Researcher Secures Wellcome Trust Career Development Award to Investigate Coronavirus Replication Mechanisms

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Edward Emmott, a researcher at the University of Liverpool, has received the prestigious Wellcome Trust Career Development Award, a highly competitive fellowship. This funding will support Dr. Emmott’s crucial research efforts aimed at gaining a deeper understanding … Read the full press release

Krka Receives TOP Education Management Certificate for Investment in Employee Development

(IN BRIEF) Krka, a Slovenian pharmaceutical company, has been honored with the TOP Education Management certificate at the Edutainment 2023 convention. This recognition is presented to Slovenian companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to employee education and development. Krka’s Head … Read the full press release

Orange Receives 2023 Terra Carta Seal for Leadership in Sustainability Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) The Sustainable Markets Initiative has awarded Orange the 2023 Terra Carta Seal, recognizing the company’s commitment to creating a climate and Nature-positive future. Orange has demonstrated its success in implementing high-impact, large-scale sustainability projects aligned with the Sustainable … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Research Teams Triumph at GW4 Open Research Prize

(IN BRIEF) University of Exeter researchers received accolades at the inaugural GW4 Open Research Prize, an event celebrating excellence in open research practices. Open research encompasses various practices that enhance research accessibility, transparency, reproducibility, and visibility. Exeter researchers claimed first … Read the full press release

JLR’s Data Engineering Conversion Program Generates £430 Million in Value, Wins Google Customer Award for Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has reported that its Data Engineering Conversion Training Programme, initiated in 2021, has contributed over £430 million in value to the business in the past year. The program has trained dozens of data engineers … Read the full press release

Grupa Azoty Receives Certifications for Biodegradable Polymer Granules

(IN BRIEF) Grupa Azoty S.A. has achieved certifications confirming the biodegradability and compostability of their envifill® granules line, a polymer line designed for disposable items. The OK compost Industrial certificate verifies that products made from these granules can undergo industrial … Read the full press release

Chinese Medical Device Manufacturer Ezisurg Receives MDR Certification for Powered Endoscopic Stapler from TÜV Rheinland

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland, an international third-party testing, inspection, and certification services provider, has awarded Ezisurg Medical Co., Ltd. its first MDR (Medical Device Regulation) certificate of conformity in Greater China for its “Disposable Powered Endoscopic Stapler and Cartridge.” This … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Ranks Seventh Among Most Valuable Global Brands in 2023

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz has strengthened its position as the world’s most valuable luxury automobile brand, moving up to the seventh spot in the “Best Global Brands 2023” ranking. The brand’s value has increased by nine percent, highlighting its consistent transformation … Read the full press release

Vodafone Receives PwC Award for Third Consecutive Year in Cyber Reporting Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has won the FTSE350 Cyber Reporting category in PwC’s Building Public Trust Awards for the third year in a row. The awards recognize companies and charities that excel in providing transparent and insightful reporting on sustainability and … Read the full press release

Yikri Wins European Microfinance Award 2023 for Innovative Poverty Alleviation in Burkina Faso

(IN BRIEF) Yikri, supported by Entrepreneurs du Monde, has been awarded the prestigious €100,000 European Microfinance Award 2023 by the Directorate for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs of Luxembourg. Yikri focuses on social microfinance as a means of poverty alleviation, … Read the full press release

DHL Express Achieves Top Global Workplace Ranking for the Fourth Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) DHL Express has secured its position as one of the World’s Best WorkplacesTM for the fourth consecutive year, claiming the global #2 spot and ranking first in regional lists for Asia, Latin America, and Europe. This recognition comes … Read the full press release

Empa Scientists Recognized Among “Highly Cited Researchers” for Influential Contributions

(IN BRIEF) Maksym Kovalenko and Zhanyun Wang, two scientists from Empa, have been recognized as “Highly Cited Researchers” by Clarivate, an analytics company. This designation is awarded to scientists whose publications have garnered significant citations and influence in their respective … Read the full press release

Continental Voted Best Tire Service Provider by WERKSTATT aktuell Readers

(IN BRIEF) Continental has received recognition as the top provider in the “Tire Services” category according to a survey conducted by the German trade magazine WERKSTATT aktuell. The survey, held for the tenth time, invited readers to identify the best … Read the full press release

Savills Manchester Economist Emma Leung Recognized as 2023 Rising Star by IED

(IN BRIEF) Emma Leung, a senior economist at Savills in Manchester, received the Rising Star of the Year award at the 2023 Institute of Economic Development (IED) Annual Awards. The ceremony, held in Birmingham, celebrated Emma’s exceptional contributions to the … Read the full press release

T-Systems Achieves Top ‘Leader’ Status in ISG’s AWS Ecosystem Partner Report

(IN BRIEF) T-Systems, the business-customer IT affiliate of Deutsche Telekom, has been recognized as a leader in the AWS (Amazon Web Services) ecosystem by ISG (Information Services Group). In ISG’s Provider Lens™ analyst report on AWS ecosystem partners, T-Systems achieved … Read the full press release

Henkel Adhesive Technologies Recognizes Strategic Partners with Annual Supplier Awards

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has presented its annual Supplier Awards to recognize the successful collaboration with its strategic partners for the 10th consecutive year. In 2023, awards were given to Kraton, Wanhua, and Kolon in the categories of Sustainability, … Read the full press release

Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway Project Earns Global Recognition for Innovation and Excellence

(IN BRIEF) The Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway project in the Philippines has received prestigious recognition from the International Association of Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE). The project, which was inaugurated in 2022, won the “Project and Technology Awards 2023” in the … Read the full press release

Philips Earns Red Dot Best-of-the-Best Awards for Innovative Design Excellence and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Philips, a renowned health technology company, has earned prestigious recognition from the Red Dot Design Awards in 2023. The company was honored with two Best-of-the-Best awards, demonstrating its commitment to high-quality design and innovation. The first award was … Read the full press release

REN Honored for Innovative Fire Prevention Project Using Garrano Horses in Portugal

(IN BRIEF) REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais has received recognition from the Portuguese Corporate Ethics Association (APEE) for its unique fire prevention project in Serra da Cabreira, employing Garrano horses. The project, acknowledged with both the AGIR Award and an … Read the full press release

ZEISS Women Award Recognizes Outstanding Female Graduates in Digital and IT Fields

(IN BRIEF) The 13th ZEISS Women Award ceremony took place in Dresden, Germany, celebrating the accomplishments of promising young female graduates and students in Digital and IT fields. The award, presented by ZEISS, aims to encourage more women to pursue … Read the full press release