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Schneider Electric Advances Collaboration and Innovation at WEF 2025 to Drive Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric is set to play a key role at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025, advocating for greater collaboration and the adoption of innovative energy technologies and automation solutions. The company aims to drive both environmental … Read the full press release

Savills Expands European Presence with New Partnership in Serbia

(IN BRIEF) Savills has formed a strategic partnership with Cortina in Serbia to support its expansion in Europe. Cortina, based in Belgrade, offers a range of real estate services including transaction advice, valuations, and project management. This collaboration will strengthen … Read the full press release

ABB India Celebrates 75 Years of Innovation and Sustainable Growth in India

(IN BRIEF) ABB India is celebrating 75 years of operations, having played a significant role in India’s industrial and technological development since its inception in 1949. The company has contributed to electrification, automation, and digitalization across sectors such as utilities, … Read the full press release

Telstra and Accenture Propose Joint Venture to Boost Data and AI Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Telstra and Accenture have proposed a joint venture to accelerate Telstra’s data and AI initiatives, aiming to enhance network leadership, customer experience, and operational efficiency. The JV will combine resources from both companies to modernize Telstra’s data and … Read the full press release

Wienerberger Extends Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to Build More Homes for Vulnerable Communities

(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has extended its partnership with Habitat for Humanity International for another three years, continuing their efforts to build affordable housing for those in need. Since 2012, the collaboration has provided homes for over 6,300 people, constructing more … Read the full press release

Inderes and Alma News Media Expand Partnership to Enhance Investor Services in Finland

(IN BRIEF) Inderes and Alma News Media have expanded their partnership with a new agreement, ensuring that Kauppalehti and Arvopaperi digital subscribers continue to receive access to Inderes’ analysis reports. The collaboration also allows Inderes’ listed company clients to reach … Read the full press release

Quark Expands Internationally with New Subsidiary in Portugal Following Sener Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Quark, southern Europe’s leading data centre engineering and design firm, is expanding internationally with the launch of a new subsidiary in Portugal. This follows its acquisition by Sener in 2023 and its successful entry into Germany and France. … Read the full press release

Telenor Appoints New Heads for Asia and Nordics to Drive Growth and Operational Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Telenor Group has appointed Jon Omund Revhaug as Head of Telenor Asia and Sigvart Voss Eriksen as Head of Telenor Nordics, both of whom bring extensive telecommunications expertise to their new roles. Revhaug, a Telenor veteran with significant … Read the full press release

Holcim Proposes Kim Fausing as New Chairman Following Jan Jenisch’s Upcoming Departure

(IN BRIEF) Holcim’s Board of Directors has proposed Kim Fausing as the new Chairman of the Board, following Jan Jenisch’s decision to step down after his appointment as Chairman and CEO of a new North American entity. If approved at … Read the full press release

Lantmännen Invests in Groundbreaking Plant-Based Protein Plant Powered by Alfa Laval

(IN BRIEF) Lantmännen, a Swedish cooperative owned by farmers, is tackling the global protein gap by investing 105 million euros in a groundbreaking plant-based protein processing facility in Lidköping, Sweden. The plant, powered by Alfa Laval technology, will focus on … Read the full press release

SIX Names Bjørn Sibbern as CEO, Succeeding Jos Dijsselhof in 2025

(IN BRIEF) SIX has appointed Bjørn Sibbern as its new CEO, effective January 1, 2025, succeeding Jos Dijsselhof, who is stepping down after seven years to pursue a new opportunity in the Middle East. Sibbern, currently Global Head Exchanges at … Read the full press release

Landis+Gyr Appoints Peter Mainz as New CEO to Drive Strategic Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Landis+Gyr Group AG has appointed Peter Mainz as its new CEO, effective immediately, succeeding Werner Lieberherr, who will retire in 2025. Mainz, a member of Landis+Gyr’s Board since 2018 and former CEO of U.S. smart metering leader Sensus, … Read the full press release

Kjell Gruner Appointed CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Set to Begin December 12, 2024

(IN BRIEF) Kjell Gruner has been named President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America and CEO of the Volkswagen Brand North America, effective December 12, 2024. He replaces Pablo Di Si, who stepped down, with interim leadership by Gerrit … Read the full press release

Enea AB Announces Teemu Salmi as Incoming CEO to Lead Next Growth Phase

(IN BRIEF) Enea AB has named Teemu Salmi as its new President and CEO, effective April 1, 2025. Salmi, currently CEO of Nixu Corporation, brings extensive experience in telecom and cybersecurity, with a history of leadership roles at Ericsson and … Read the full press release

DHL Express Appoints Abdulaziz Busbate as CEO of MENA Region to Lead Growth and Sustainable Logistics Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) DHL Express has appointed Abdulaziz Busbate as CEO of its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) operations, effective January 1, 2025. With 24 years at DHL, Busbate brings extensive experience, having led operations in both Saudi Arabia and … Read the full press release

Dr. Nadja Grabenströer to Lead Otto Group Logistics as New CEO, Succeeding Eva Witte

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Nadja Grabenströer will be appointed CEO of Otto Group Logistics GmbH, operating under the SupplyX brand, effective December 1, 2024. She succeeds Eva Witte, who contributed significantly to the establishment of SupplyX while serving as Chief Financial … Read the full press release

Renewable Energy Veteran Heiko Wuttke to Lead PNE AG as New CEO Starting January 2025

(IN BRIEF) PNE AG has appointed Heiko Wuttke as its new CEO, effective 13 January 2025. Wuttke, with nearly 30 years of experience in renewable energy, will replace Markus Lesser, who stepped down in July 2024. Interim CEO Per Hornung … Read the full press release

Voith Group Appoints Dirk Hoke as Incoming CEO to Lead Global Growth

(IN BRIEF) Dirk Hoke has been appointed as the new CEO of Voith Group, effective by April 1, 2025. Hoke brings 30 years of leadership experience in industries such as aviation, automotive, and technology, including roles at Siemens and Airbus … Read the full press release

Schroders Appoints Richard Oldfield as New Group CEO, Succeeding Peter Harrison

(IN BRIEF) Schroders plc has named Richard Oldfield as its next Group Chief Executive, effective November 8, 2024, pending regulatory approval. Oldfield, who joined Schroders in 2023 as CFO after a 30-year career at PwC, will succeed Peter Harrison, who … Read the full press release

flatexDEGIRO Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Oliver Behrens as CEO and Expands Executive Team

(IN BRIEF) flatexDEGIRO AG has appointed Oliver Behrens, a seasoned financial industry leader, as its new CEO, effective October 1, 2024. Behrens, who previously served as CEO of Morgan Stanley Europe SE, brings extensive experience in brokerage and international finance. … Read the full press release