Tag Archives: energy efficiency

DNV launches London Cruise Centre to enhance decarbonization, innovation, and local support for Europe’s cruise industry

(IN BRIEF) DNV has inaugurated its London Cruise Centre to provide enhanced, time-zone-aligned support for cruise operators, shipyards, and ports across Europe. The centre will focus on helping the cruise industry address growing complexity through decarbonization, digitalization, and regulatory compliance. … Read the full press release

EIF and HYPO NOE Partner to Empower Austria’s Energy Transition with New Sustainable Investment Programme

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and HYPO NOE Landesbank für Niederösterreich und Wien have partnered under the InvestEU programme to provide up to €43 million in green financing for Austrian SMEs and small mid-caps. The initiative supports energy … Read the full press release

Nokia Expands 5G Partnership with Telia to Power Next-Generation Connectivity Across the Nordics and Baltics

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has signed an extended partnership with Telia to enhance 5G capabilities across the Nordic and Baltic regions, deploying its cloud-native 5G Standalone Core in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Estonia, and Lithuania. The agreement also includes the use of … Read the full press release

FläktGroup Becomes Part of Samsung Electronics, Accelerating Innovation and Global Expansion in Climate Solutions

(IN BRIEF) FläktGroup has been acquired by Samsung Electronics, marking a new chapter in global HVAC innovation. The acquisition will see FläktGroup operate as an independent subsidiary, maintaining its name and management while benefiting from Samsung’s global scale and R&D … Read the full press release

WinGD Expands Middle East Marine Service Capabilities Through Partnership with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions

(IN BRIEF) WinGD has entered into a strategic partnership with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions to enhance engine service and technical support for ship operators in the Middle East. Signed during Nor-Shipping, the MoU expands WinGD’s Global Service by WinGD programme, … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Expands Boiler Solutions Portfolio with Acquisition of Allen-Sherman-Hoff from Babcock & Wilcox

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has acquired Allen-Sherman-Hoff from Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc., expanding its global capabilities in boiler solutions and lifecycle services. Based in Pennsylvania, Allen-Sherman-Hoff specializes in ash handling systems and serves industries including power generation, biomass, and pulp … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval unveils compact once-through steam generator to advance renewable heat storage technology

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has launched a new once-through steam generator designed for molten salt energy storage systems, integrating economizer, evaporator, superheater, and steam drum functions into a compact, all-in-one unit. The system enables efficient steam generation in small-scale power-to-heat … Read the full press release

Hellenic Ministry of National Defence Inaugurates METLEN’s Landmark Bioclimatic Façade Symbolizing Modernization and National Pride

(IN BRIEF) METLEN has completed and inaugurated the new bioclimatic façade of the Hellenic Ministry of National Defence at the “Papagos” military camp in Athens, designed by artist and professor Kostas Varotsos. The 13,500 m² façade, constructed with Greek aluminum … Read the full press release

Barcelona and the EIB Strengthen Partnership to Expand Sustainable Public Housing and Support Vulnerable Residents

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank and the Barcelona City Council have signed a €113 million agreement to develop nine social housing projects that will deliver 640 new homes for around 2,040 people between 2026 and 2030. The initiative—part of … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong Receives CLP Smart Energy Award 2025 for Excellence in Sustainable Carbon Neutral Practices

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong has received the CLP Smart Energy Award 2025 – Sustainable Carbon Neutral Award (Industrial) – Excellence Award from CLP Power Hong Kong Limited, recognizing its strong achievements in energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and sustainability. … Read the full press release

E.ON and Nokia Partner to Build Germany’s First High-Efficiency Telecommunications Network for Energy Distribution Operators

(IN BRIEF) E.ON SE has signed a major strategic contract with Nokia to build Germany’s first high-efficiency telecommunications network for distribution system operators, capable of reducing energy consumption by up to 50%. The partnership will modernize E.ON’s communications infrastructure with … Read the full press release

ELKO Named Official Distributor of STORViX Smart Storage Solutions Across the Baltics and Greece

(IN BRIEF) ELKO Group has formed a new partnership with Swedish company STORViX, becoming the official distributor of its intelligent data storage solutions in Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and Greece. The collaboration centers on STORViX’s AiRE IntelligentFiler, a unified AI-powered platform … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Secures Major EGAT Contract to Modernize Pumped Storage Units at Thailand’s Srinagarind Hydropower Plant

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has received a major contract from the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) to modernize the Srinagarind hydropower plant by replacing two pumped storage units with advanced 180-MW systems. The mid double-digit million-euro project, part of ANDRITZ’s … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Launches Advisory Initiative to Scale Up Sustainable District Heating Across Ireland

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has launched an advisory initiative to help Ireland scale up district heating, supporting national efforts to decarbonise heating and lower energy costs. Working with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and the … Read the full press release

Nokia enhances Vietnam’s telecom capacity with new VNPT partnership focused on border and southern regions

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has extended its partnership with Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) through a new agreement to upgrade radio infrastructure in Hanoi, border provinces, and the southern region. The deployment of Nokia’s AirScale portfolio, powered by ReefShark System-on-Chip … Read the full press release

New Swissport cargo facility at Manchester Airport enhances UK air freight capacity and efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Swissport has opened a new cutting-edge cargo facility, Box 4, at Manchester Airport, doubling its handling capacity to 110,000 tons and expanding its operational footprint by 67%. The hub integrates advanced cargo management systems, a dedicated Pharma Centre, … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric and Roca Group strengthen global operations through unified digital transformation and sustainability strategy

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric and Roca Group have partnered to advance a global digital transformation that enhances operational efficiency, energy performance, and sustainability across Roca’s industrial network. Through technologies like AVEVA MES, AVEVA System Platform, and Power Monitoring Expert, Roca’s … Read the full press release

EIB and ICSC Strengthen Partnership with €150 Million Loan to Modernize Italy’s Sports and Cultural Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €150 million loan to the Istituto per il Credito Sportivo e Culturale (ICSC) to finance new and upgraded public sports and cultural infrastructure across Italy. The funding will support projects … Read the full press release

NWO Vidi Awards Empower TU/e Scientists to Drive Innovation in Light Technology, Policy Design, and Secure Sensing Systems

(IN BRIEF) Three researchers from Eindhoven University of Technology — Ahmed Dorrah, Jaime Bonnin Roca, and Hamdi Joudeh — have each received NWO Vidi grants worth up to €850,000 to advance their individual research programs. The funding enables them to … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures €1.4 Billion Order from SNCF Voyageurs for 30 Avelia Horizon Trains to Serve Eurostar Routes

(IN BRIEF) SNCF Voyageurs has approved a €1.4 billion order for 30 new Avelia Horizon very high-speed trains from Alstom, marking the first time a double-deck train will operate through the Channel Tunnel under Eurostar service. Designed for cross-border travel … Read the full press release