Tag Archives: Denmark

EIF Commits SEK 225 Million to Behold Ventures to Fuel Nordic Gaming Industry Growth

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has pledged SEK 225 million (approximately €20 million) to Behold Ventures, a Swedish venture capital fund, to support early-stage game developers in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. This commitment, which marks the … Read the full press release

Ørsted Moves Forward with Denmark’s First Full-Scale Carbon Capture and Storage Project at Kalundborg CO2 Hub

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has made a significant step towards the realization of Denmark’s first full-scale carbon capture and storage project, the Ørsted Kalundborg CO2 Hub, with the successful installation of key components at Avedøre and Asnæs Power Stations. This milestone … Read the full press release

BGFA’s Training Programme in Uganda Advances Skills, Gender Inclusion, and Off-Grid Energy Access

(IN BRIEF) The Beyond the Grid Fund for Africa (BGFA) has successfully completed its Job Creation and Skills Development sub-programme in Uganda, providing over 300 participants with training to enhance technical and business skills within the off-grid energy sector. This … Read the full press release

LEGO House Unveils Exclusive Fabuland Tribute Set, Celebrating 40 Years of Storytelling Innovation

(IN BRIEF) LEGO House will release the exclusive Fabuland Tribute set in March 2025, celebrating the pioneering storytelling of LEGO Fabuland from the 1980s. Designed by Stuart Harris and Markus Rollbühler, the set reimagines iconic Fabuland characters with modern LEGO … Read the full press release

RWE Leads the Way in Offshore Wind Sustainability with Reused Foundation Covers for Thor Project

(IN BRIEF) RWE has become the first company to deploy reused monopile foundation covers at its Thor offshore wind farm, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and the circular economy. The wind farm, located off the Danish coast, will use innovative … Read the full press release

Ticket Sales Open Across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden for Men’s EHF EURO 2026 with Enhanced Fan Experience

(IN BRIEF) Ticket sales for the Men’s EHF EURO 2026 have now opened in Denmark and Norway, following Sweden’s early release. This prestigious handball tournament, set to run from 15 January to 1 February 2026, will feature top-tier matches across … Read the full press release

Eurojust-Backed Investigation Leads to Major Crackdown on Drug Trafficking in Norway and Denmark

(IN BRIEF) A cooperative effort between Norwegian and Danish authorities, supported by Eurojust, has resulted in over 1,000 years of prison sentences for 152 drug traffickers, dismantling a major cross-border criminal network. From 2019 to 2024, Eurojust facilitated a joint … Read the full press release

NIB Provides EUR 33.5 Million Loan to Tønder Biogas for One of Europe’s Largest Biogas Facilities

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has signed a 16-year loan agreement worth DKK 250 million (EUR 33.5 million) with Tønder Biogas A/S to finance one of Europe’s largest biogas facilities in Tønder, Denmark. The plant, set to begin … Read the full press release

SEB Leads Nordic Banks in Sustainable Financing, Strengthening Its Position Across the Region

(IN BRIEF) SEB has maintained its position as the leading advisor and research provider in sustainable financing across the Nordic region, according to the latest Prospera customer survey by Kantar Sifo. The bank achieved the highest score, outperforming its competitors, … Read the full press release

HØST PtX Esbjerg Welcomes Danish Government’s Hydrogen Pipeline Announcement, Strengthening Green Hydrogen Ambitions

(IN BRIEF) HØST PtX Esbjerg, developed by CIP, celebrates the Danish government’s recent announcement about the planned hydrogen pipeline between Denmark and Germany, set for completion in 2030. This milestone supports the 1GW green hydrogen plant, HØST, which is on … Read the full press release

Siemens Expands Industrial-Grade Private 5G Infrastructure to Enhance Connectivity Across Europe and Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has enhanced its industrial-grade private 5G infrastructure to support larger industrial areas, now covering up to 24 radio units, each providing connectivity for 5,000 m². This solution is available in six European countries and Brazil, with more … 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

Alfa Laval Announces New Food Innovation Centre in Copenhagen to Drive Sustainable Food Production

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has unveiled plans to open its Food Innovation Centre in Copenhagen, Denmark, by 2027. This new facility is part of the company’s capital investment strategy and aims to support the food industry in tackling the challenges … 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

Evotec and Novo Nordisk Expand LAB eN² Program and Select First Projects to Advance Cardiometabolic Research

(IN BRIEF) Evotec and Novo Nordisk’s LAB eN² program, a translational drug discovery accelerator, has selected its first three academic research projects focused on addressing cardiometabolic diseases. The projects, from Boston University, Harvard University in collaboration with Mass General Brigham, … Read the full press release

Valio Partners with Denps to Develop Premium Protein Supplement for Korea’s Health-Conscious Market

(IN BRIEF) Valio has partnered with Denps to create Denmark Protein Story, a premium protein supplement for Korea’s health-conscious market, featuring Valio’s lactose-free ingredient, Valio Eila® MPC 65. This high-protein milk concentrate makes up 40% of the product, offering both … Read the full press release

STARK Group Introduces Recycled Bricks to Boost Sustainability in Danish Construction

(IN BRIEF) STARK Group has launched a sustainability initiative in Denmark, offering recycled bricks in all its branches to reduce the carbon footprint of construction projects and support the circular economy. Recycled bricks, which have a climate impact ten times … Read the full press release

Hempel Unveils Revolutionary Recharger for Silicone Yacht Coatings at METSTRADE 2024

(IN BRIEF) At METSTRADE 2024, Hempel A/S launched Hempel’s Infinity, the world’s first underwater performance recharger for its silicone yacht coatings. This biocide-free, water-based product extends the life of existing coatings for an extra season, eliminating the need for repainting … Read the full press release

Gasum Acquires Hærup Biogas to Boost Nordic Renewable Gas Production and Expand into Denmark

(IN BRIEF) Gasum, the Nordic energy company, has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Denmark-based Hærup Biogas ApS, marking its first biogas plant acquisition in the country. Hærup Biogas currently produces around 40 GWh … Read the full press release

Port of Rotterdam Trials Digital Bunker Delivery Notes in Partnership with ZeroNorth and Vitol

(IN BRIEF) ZeroNorth, Vitol, and the Port of Rotterdam have begun a four-week pilot to test ZeroNorth’s electronic bunker delivery note (eBDN) system, aiming to improve efficiency, transparency, and data quality in bunker operations. This trial, which includes several bunker … Read the full press release