Tag Archives: Barcelona

Henkel Unveils PPWR‑Ready Recyclable and Low‑CO₂ Adhesives at Labelexpo Europe

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies will present its recyclable and CO₂‑reducing adhesives at Labelexpo Europe 2025 (Hall 4, Stand 4C56) in Barcelona from September 16–19. The company’s wash‑off PSAs for PET bottles (including the award‑winning Aquence PS 3017 RE) and repulpable paper label adhesives enable clean … Read the full press release

AI4HF Unites Global Stakeholders to Co‑Create First Trustworthy AI Tool for Heart Failure Care

(IN BRIEF) The EU‑funded AI4HF project is co‑designing, developing and evaluating a trustworthy AI tool to personalise heart failure care. Engaging over 200 stakeholders—including patients, clinicians and administrators—from Europe, South America and Africa, the project has held multiple workshops to … Read the full press release

Enagás, NaTran, and Teréga Launch BarMar JV to Build Barcelona–Marseille Hydrogen Pipeline

(IN BRIEF) Enagás, NaTran, and Teréga have formed a joint venture—owned 50% by EIH-Enagás, 33.3% by NaTran, and 16.7% by Teréga—to develop the BarMar hydrogen pipeline connecting Barcelona and Marseille, a key component of the EU’s first clean-hydrogen corridor (H2med). … Read the full press release

APM Terminals Barcelona and Valencia Join Portchain Connect to Enhance Berth Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals Barcelona and APM Terminals Valencia have joined the Portchain Connect Network, offering a global platform to streamline berth coordination. This partnership will reduce manual communication, improve berth-plan accuracy, and support faster, more reliable alignment for shipping … Read the full press release

Heura Foods Receives EIB Loan to Expand Plant-Based Product Range and Boost Sustainable Food Systems

(IN BRIEF) Heura Foods has secured a €20 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to enhance its research, development, and production capabilities for plant-based, sustainable food products. The loan, backed by InvestEU, will support the development of innovative … Read the full press release

Barco Unveils AI-Powered SmartFocus to Revolutionize Hybrid Meetings at ISE 2025

(IN BRIEF) Barco has introduced SmartFocus, an AI-driven feature designed to enhance hybrid meeting experiences by using laptop cameras to bridge the gap between in-room and remote participants. This innovation automatically switches between room and laptop cameras, optimizing both the … Read the full press release

TravelPerk Secures $200 Million in Series E Funding to Expand AI-Driven Travel and Expense Management Solutions

(IN BRIEF) TravelPerk, a leader in business travel management software, has secured a $200 million Series E investment co-led by EQT Growth and Atomico, along with participation from other new and existing investors. The funding round, which boosts TravelPerk’s valuation … Read the full press release

Leadec Expands in Spain with Acquisition of Servycat, Strengthening Food Sector Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Leadec has expanded its operations in Spain with the acquisition of Manteniments Industrials Servycat 2017 and Electro Servycat, effective January 2, 2025. This move enhances Leadec’s service capabilities in the food and beverage sector and strengthens its presence … Read the full press release

Barco Partners with AVIXA to Showcase Cutting-Edge Video Walls at ISE 2025

(IN BRIEF) Barco has partnered with AVIXA to provide its advanced video wall technology for AVIXA’s booths at major tradeshows, starting with the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) event in Barcelona. Barco’s TruePix LED video walls will be featured in the … Read the full press release

QIAGEN Expands QIAstat-Dx Operations with New Innovation Hub in Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) QIAGEN is investing in a new innovation hub in Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona, to enhance its QIAstat-Dx syndromic testing platform. Opening in 2026, the 8,000-square-meter site will house operations across research, manufacturing, and regulatory functions, focusing on advancing … Read the full press release

Barcelona Expands Tram Network with Alstom’s Catenary-Free Technology, Pioneering Sustainable Urban Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Barcelona has launched a new two-kilometer extension to its tramway network, implementing Alstom’s APS technology for the first time in Spain. This innovative catenary-free system uses a ground-based power rail that activates only under the tram, allowing for … Read the full press release

Celebrating Democratic Design: IKEA and VINÇON Collaborate on New Exhibition at DHUB Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) IKEA and VINÇON are collaborating on an exhibition at Disseny Hub Barcelona, running until February 2025, which explores the shared vision of both brands to democratize design. Titled “100 IKEA Objects We Would Have Liked to Have Had … Read the full press release

BBVA Champions AI Innovation at Barcelona’s KDD Conference, Showcasing Financial Tech Leadership

(IN BRIEF) BBVA actively participated in the KDD (Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining) conference, held in Barcelona from August 25 to 29, 2024. The bank sponsored the event’s Finance Day, which focused on the applications of AI and machine learning … Read the full press release

Vodafone and Recommerce© Unveil Sustainable Shift: Europeans Favor Refurbished Phones

(IN BRIEF) The latest Recommerce© Barometer, presented in collaboration with Vodafone during Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, reveals a significant surge in European consumer interest in refurbished smartphones. Key findings indicate that over half of Europeans are now open … Read the full press release

Telefónica Unveils ‘100 Years Leading Change’ Showcase at MWC Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, celebrating its Centenary in 2024, is set to showcase its most innovative offerings at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. Under the theme ‘100 Years Leading Change’, the company will exhibit cutting-edge connectivity solutions, sustainable technologies, … Read the full press release

UniCredit Sponsors Youth America’s Cup, Nurturing Next Generation of Sailors

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit has announced its support for the third edition of the Youth America’s Cup and will serve as the naming partner for the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup Regatta. Scheduled from September 17th to 26th in Barcelona, the event … Read the full press release

CUPRA Joins Forces with 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona, Unveils “CUPRA Cube” Countdown Timer

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, an automotive brand, has entered into a strategic alliance with the 37th America’s Cup, one of the world’s major sporting events, taking place in Barcelona for the first time. To mark this partnership, CUPRA unveiled the “CUPRA … Read the full press release

Almirall Partners with Centrient Pharmaceuticals to Establish Innovation Lab at R&D Center in Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) Almirall, a global biopharmaceutical company specializing in medical dermatology, has entered into an agreement with Centrient Pharmaceuticals, a leader in sustainable biosynthetic pharmaceuticals, to establish a dedicated innovation lab at Almirall’s R&D center in Sant Feliu de Llobregat, … Read the full press release

Maersk Unveils Innovative Rail Route from Barcelona to Southern France, Significantly Reducing Cargo Transit Times

(IN BRIEF) In a strategic move aimed at expediting ocean cargo transport, Maersk is introducing a novel rail service linking the Port of Barcelona to Southern France. This tailored offering targets regions such as Toulouse, Bordeaux, and Lyon, providing a … Read the full press release

CUPRA Opens Stylish City Garage in Berlin’s Vibrant Am Tacheles District

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA, the Spanish automotive brand, has expanded its global presence by opening a new CUPRA City Garage in Berlin’s lively Am Tacheles district. The launch event celebrated the connection between Berlin and Barcelona, two cities known for their … Read the full press release