Tag Archives: Europe

BASF Introduces Innovative Pluriol® A 2400 I for Enhanced Superplasticizers in Concrete Admixtures Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) BASF Industrial Formulators has unveiled Pluriol® A 2400 I, a new product in its reactive polyethylene glycol (iPEG) portfolio, aimed at enhancing polycarboxylate ethers (PCE) in the European construction industry. The innovative Pluriol® A 2400 I is a … Read the full press release

University of Twente Study Highlights Inconsistencies in Climate Adaptation Plans Across European Cities

(IN BRIEF) A new study led by Dr. Diana Reckien at the University of Twente has revealed that 70% of climate adaptation plans in European cities are internally inconsistent, which significantly hampers their ability to effectively address rising climate risks. … Read the full press release

INEOS and Wagenborg Reach Key Milestone with Completion of Europe’s First Offshore CO₂ Carrier

(IN BRIEF) Europe’s first offshore CO₂ carrier, currently under construction at Royal Niestern Sander shipyard, represents a major step in advancing carbon capture and storage (CCS) infrastructure. This milestone will facilitate the transportation of liquefied CO₂ from onshore sites to … Read the full press release

BASF Expands Production of Semiconductor-Grade Sulfuric Acid to Meet Growing European Demand

(IN BRIEF) BASF is expanding its production of semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid at its Ludwigshafen site in Germany to meet the growing demand for chip manufacturing in Europe. The new facility, set to begin operations by 2027, will support key customers … Read the full press release

Classic Arcade Meets Cutting-Edge Tech: Volkswagen Launches PAC-MAN with Real-Time Lighting Effects in Select Models

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has launched the PAC-MAN Championship Edition as part of its in-car gaming experience, now available in over 300,000 vehicles across Europe via the AirConsole app. The classic arcade game has been updated with brand-themed elements such as … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Scales Up Global Filtration Capabilities with Unified Quality and Regional Responsiveness

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a leader in fiber-based specialty materials, is advancing its global capabilities in filtration with 15 strategically located manufacturing sites across North America, Europe, and Asia. By ensuring uniform quality in filtration materials across all regions, the company … Read the full press release

Sweco AB Appoints Jan Allde as New CFO to Drive Strategic Growth Amid Europe’s Green Transition

(IN BRIEF) Sweco AB has appointed Jan Allde as its new CFO and member of its Executive Team, with his tenure beginning on 1 August 2025. He will replace Olof Stålnacke, who is set to leave the company during the … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Strengthens Global Supply Network with Strategic Expansion and Enhanced Regional Operations

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has structured its supply chain into regional networks, positioning factories and distribution centres across three continents. This system enhances responsiveness to market changes while reducing transportation emissions. Currently, the company operates six factories in Denmark, … Read the full press release

DHL and Temu Strengthen Partnership to Boost SME Growth Across Europe and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has signed an MoU with e-commerce marketplace Temu to deepen their partnership and support local SMEs in both established markets and growth regions such as Eastern Europe and the Middle East. By harnessing DHL’s global logistics … Read the full press release

European Travel Industry Unites to Bring Summer Camp Joy to Ukrainian Children

(IN BRIEF) A new fundraising campaign has been launched through a partnership between the European travel industry and the New Hope Travel Industry Children’s Fund to organize summer camps for Ukrainian children affected by the conflict. Inspired by a successful … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Bolsters Global Renewable Portfolio with Key Acquisitions in Europe, Africa, and Canada

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has completed a series of strategic acquisitions and agreements to expand its renewable energy portfolio across Europe, Africa, and Canada. In Europe, the acquisition of VSB Group—an established developer in wind and solar energy—strengthens its integrated electricity … Read the full press release

Adyen Expands Global Payment Partnership with Temu to Accelerate Market Growth

(IN BRIEF) Adyen has deepened its partnership with Temu, a global e-commerce platform, expanding its support from the U.S. launch in 2022 to now include Canada, Europe, Oceania, South Asia, the UAE, the UK, and more South American countries. This … Read the full press release

International Defense Leaders Converge to Explore Next-Generation Mobile Artillery Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall and Lockheed Martin recently hosted an international summit in Europe as part of their Global Mobile Artillery Rocket System (GMARS) program. The event, attended by military leaders, industry experts, and defense professionals from 14 nations, focused on … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies, Equinor and Shell Drive Phase Two of Northern Lights: More than €660M Investment to Boost CO₂ Storage Beyond 5 Mt/Year

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies, Equinor, and Shell have confirmed phase two of the Northern Lights project, which will increase its CO₂ transport and storage capacity from 1.5 million to over 5 million tons per year by 2028. The project, which is … Read the full press release

Vestas CEO Henrik Andersen Takes Helm of WindEurope to Propel Europe’s Energy Future

(IN BRIEF) WindEurope’s Board of Directors has named Henrik Andersen, CEO of Vestas, as the new Chair for an 18-month period, with Rasmus Errboe, CEO of Ørsted, serving as Vice-Chair. This leadership change comes at a pivotal time as Europe … Read the full press release

voestalpine Marks a New Era in Employee Ownership with Early Share Issuance on Its 25th Anniversary

(IN BRIEF) The voestalpine employee shareholding scheme, recognized as one of Europe’s most exemplary models, was established in 2000 to secure a stable ownership structure by bundling voting rights within an employee foundation. Currently, employees hold over 14% of voestalpine … Read the full press release

EU must invest in high-quality journalism and fact-checking tools to stop disinformation

  (IN BRIEF) Europe may be facing an epistemological crisis that threatens genuine democratic values due to the rampant spread of disinformation, which global leaders at WEF 2025 have identified as the greatest short-term global threat—surpassing even war and natural … Read the full press release

HSG Leads the Charge: Pioneering EU and Swiss-Funded Projects to Transform Sustainable Agriculture and Land Use

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen (HSG) is spearheading three innovative projects—Nostradamus, LandShift, and AfroGrow—aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture and land use, with financial support from both the EU’s Horizon Europe programme and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, … Read the full press release

Equinor Strengthens European Energy Security with New Halten East Gas Exports

(IN BRIEF) Equinor has announced that natural gas from its Halten East field will be exported to Europe, a move that significantly strengthens the region’s energy security. The press release details how years of investment and technological advancements have enabled … Read the full press release

European Telecoms Transformed: Strategic Lessons from Vodafone’s Landmark UK Merger with Three

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone’s recent press release provides an in-depth look at its merger with Three in the UK, offering strategic insights and policy lessons for the broader European telecommunications market. The merger has strengthened Vodafone’s market position by enhancing network … Read the full press release