Tag Archives: Education

EIB Partners with One World Media to Support Women’s Solutions Reporting Award

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and One World Media (OWM) continue their partnership for the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, recognizing media coverage that highlights the role of women in addressing global challenges. This award, part of the 2025 … Read the full press release

Puratos Expands Its Reach in the Baking Industry with Acquisition of École Bellouet Conseil

(IN BRIEF) Puratos, a global leader in bakery ingredients, has acquired the renowned École Bellouet Conseil, a prestigious French bakery school based in Paris. Founded by celebrated pastry chefs G. Joël Bellouet and Jean-Michel Perruchon, the school has been a … Read the full press release

Vienna Insurance Group Study Highlights Risk Awareness Gaps Among Young People and Pushes for Improved Education

(IN BRIEF) A study commissioned by Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) reveals significant gaps in risk awareness among young people aged 18-29, who are more prone to taking risks without fully understanding their potential consequences. The study, conducted across nine countries, … Read the full press release

GEA Foundation Launched to Drive Global Impact in Education, Sustainability, and Disaster Relief

(IN BRIEF) GEA Group launched the GEA Foundation at an event in Berlin, aiming to strengthen the company’s community engagement by focusing on education, poverty alleviation, access to infrastructure, and disaster relief. The foundation builds on GEA’s commitment to donate … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech Ranked Global Leader in Managed IoT Connectivity by Kaleido Intelligence

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech has been ranked as the global leader in managed IoT connectivity by Kaleido Intelligence in its “Connectivity Vendor Hub: Competitive Analysis 2025.” The company’s Kite platform, praised for its scalability, flexibility, and advanced features in cybersecurity … Read the full press release

APM Terminals Apapa Awards Scholarships to 45 Undergraduates, Expanding Its Commitment to Education in Nigeria

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria’s largest container terminal, awarded scholarships to 45 undergraduate students from its host community as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts. The ceremony, held in Lagos, also recognized the children of five front-line employees. … Read the full press release

University of Copenhagen Study Reveals AI’s Complex Impact on Freelance Job Demand Following ChatGPT Launch

(IN BRIEF) A new study published in the Journal for Economic Behaviour and Organization explores the changing landscape of freelance job demand following the release of ChatGPT in late 2022. The study found that job categories like copywriting, translation, and … Read the full press release

EIB Global Loan Boosts SES’s O3b mPOWER Satellite Network to Enhance Connectivity and Bridge the Digital Divide

(IN BRIEF) SES has secured a €125 million loan from EIB Global to expand its O3b mPOWER satellite network with three additional satellites. The loan will support the network’s efforts to provide high-performance broadband to underserved regions, particularly in Africa, … Read the full press release

Logicor Opens 800,000 sq ft Logistics Park in Daventry, Creating Jobs and Supporting Sustainable Development

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has completed its largest logistics development in the UK with the opening of Logicor Park Daventry, which includes three state-of-the-art warehouses totaling 800,000 sq ft. Strategically located in the logistics “Golden Triangle,” the park offers exceptional access … Read the full press release

Technical University of Munich Study Reveals Germany’s 15-Year-Olds Lack Confidence in Evaluating Online Information

(IN BRIEF) An analysis of Germany’s 2022 PISA study reveals that while the majority of 15-year-olds feel confident about conducting online searches, they struggle with evaluating the quality and reliability of the information they find. Fewer than half of the … Read the full press release

Banco Santander and Coursera Offer 10,000 Scholarships for Global Professional Development

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has partnered with Coursera to offer 10,000 scholarships for access to Coursera’s platform, providing one-year free access to over 13,000 courses and professional certifications across 13 countries. The scholarships cover a wide range of fields, including … Read the full press release

Schwab Foundation Celebrates 2025 Awardees Leading Global Change with Groundbreaking Social Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship has named 18 awardees for 2025, recognizing social entrepreneurs and innovators from 13 countries who are driving systemic change across sectors such as healthcare, education, and environmental protection. These leaders join a … Read the full press release

Knorr-Bremse Celebrates 120 Years of Innovation and 20 Years of Global Care Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Knorr-Bremse is celebrating its 120th anniversary in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth from its founding by Georg Knorr in Berlin in 1905 to becoming a global leader in braking systems for rail and commercial … Read the full press release

Stellantis Celebrates Global Education Achievements Through 2024 Student Awards Program

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis concluded its third global Student Awards Program, recognizing over 660 high school and university graduates from 22 countries with monetary awards for their innovative contributions to future mobility. The program, which has supported nearly 16,000 students since … Read the full press release

Trinity College Dublin’s School of Nursing & Midwifery Earns Bronze Athena Swan Award for Gender Equality

(IN BRIEF) Trinity College Dublin’s School of Nursing & Midwifery has received the Bronze Athena Swan Award, recognizing its commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering inclusivity in education and healthcare. This achievement reflects the collaborative efforts of the School’s … Read the full press release

EIB Supports University of Latvia with €25 Million Loan for Green Campus Development

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €25 million loan to the University of Latvia to support the third phase of its campus development in Riga. This phase includes constructing the “House of Health,” featuring research and … Read the full press release

Twente Secures €20.5 Million for Microchip Talent Development as Part of National Plan

(IN BRIEF) The Dutch government has allocated €20.5 million to Twente’s Project Beethoven for 2025-2026 as part of the National Microchip Talent Reinforcement Plan, aiming to increase the number of technical graduates and support the growing microchip sector. Twente’s educational … Read the full press release

Vodafone Foundation Launches ‘Me, Myself & AI’ to Empower Youth with AI Knowledge Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The Vodafone Foundation has introduced “Me, Myself & AI,” a campaign across Europe aimed at educating young people about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Through a series of 60 social media videos and interactive content on platforms like TikTok and … Read the full press release

Germany Emerges as Top European Hub for International Researchers and Students, Says DAAD Report

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has published new findings highlighting Germany’s growing appeal as a top destination for international academics and students, second only to the United States. In 2021, Germany hosted over 75,000 international researchers, surpassing … Read the full press release

Southampton Astronomer’s Arctic Adventure Inspires Debut Children’s Book on Northern Lights

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Sadie Jones, an astronomer from the University of Southampton, has drawn inspiration from her expedition to Svalbard, Norway, to write her first children’s book, Seren and the Polar Bear Cub, aimed at readers 10 and up. The … Read the full press release