Tag Archives: France

Airbus Taps ENGIE for 20% Energy Savings and 85% Emissions Cut across 22 European Facilities

(IN BRIEF) ENGIE will support Airbus’s goal to cut energy use by 20% and greenhouse gas emissions by 85% across its 22 European sites by 2030. A Paris Air Show–signed framework agreement tasks ENGIE with deploying heat-pump and biomass boiler … Read the full press release

Bizzy lance son agent commercial en France : un assistant intelligent qui automatise la prospection

L’agent intelligent de Bizzy identifie, qualifie et enrichit les leads entrants et sortants (ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) Bizzy, plateforme commerciale basée sur l’IA, lance en France son nouvel agent commercial intelligent conçu pour automatiser et optimiser la génération de leads. Cet … Read the full press release

Hexagon Expands Geosystems Division with APEI Acquisition to Meet Growing Demand for High-Resolution Aerial Data

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon AB will acquire French aerial-mapping firm APEI—operator of a private survey aircraft fleet across Europe and Africa—to expand its geospatial content capabilities. APEI’s longstanding partnership with Hexagon includes contributions to the Hexagon Content Program and HxDR platform. … Read the full press release

OSCE and Romania Equip Moldovan Officers with Advanced Tools for Intelligence-Led Investigations

(IN BRIEF) A week-long training in Chișinău has enhanced the analytical skills of Moldovan law enforcement officers through the use of i2 Analyst’s Notebook software. Organized by the OSCE’s Transnational Threats Department in co-operation with Romania’s OSCE Mission, the course … Read the full press release

Hanseatic Global Terminals and Kalmar Partner to Enhance Operations at Port of Le Havre with 14 Hybrid Straddle Carriers

(IN BRIEF) Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) has signed an agreement with Kalmar to supply 14 hybrid straddle carriers to Compagnie Nouvelle de Manutentions Portuaires Le Havre (CNMP LH) at the Port of Le Havre. This marks the first major investment … Read the full press release

Savills Reports Strong European Logistics Investment in 2024 Despite Market Cooling in Q1 2025

(IN BRIEF) Savills’ latest research shows that European logistics real estate investment volumes reached €38.2 billion in 2024, up 15% year-on-year, but still 15% below the five-year average. The market saw a downturn in Q1 2025, with investment volumes dropping … Read the full press release

Orano Unveils New 30B-10 Cylinders for Transporting Low Enriched Uranium Plus (LEU+) at WNSC Symposium

(IN BRIEF) Orano announced the launch of serial production of the 30B-10 cylinders at the World Nuclear Supply Chain (WNSC) symposium in Warsaw, designed to transport Low Enriched Uranium Plus (LEU+) enriched up to 10%. The new DN30-X package, which … Read the full press release

Energiekontor Secures Financial Close for First Two Solar Park Projects in France as Part of Expansion Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor AG, a leader in wind and solar energy projects, has successfully achieved financial closure for two solar park projects in France, marking a key milestone in its expansion into the French market. Located in the Occitania region, … Read the full press release

BNP Paribas Expands Support for Energy Renovations in France, Addressing Key Barriers to Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) A BNP Paribas study, conducted with Harris Interactive, reveals that while 94% of French people prioritize energy-efficient home renovations, cost and complexity are significant barriers. In response, BNP Paribas plans to support 400,000 renovations across Europe by 2026. … Read the full press release

IONITY to Expand Charging Infrastructure with EUR 50 Million Investment from KfW IPEX-Bank, Supporting the Transition to Electric Mobility

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank has provided EUR 50 million to IONITY to support the expansion of its High Power Charging network across Europe. This investment will enhance IONITY’s infrastructure, particularly in Germany, France, Sweden, and the UK, by improving charging … Read the full press release

CPRAM and BFT Investment Managers Announce Merger to Create France’s 10th Largest Asset Management Firm with €100 Billion in Assets Under Management

(IN BRIEF) CPRAM and BFT Investment Managers are merging to create one of France’s largest asset management companies with €100 billion in assets under management. The merger will combine CPRAM’s expertise in thematic and quantitative management with BFT IM’s leadership … Read the full press release

Maersk Opens First Warehouse in France, Strengthening Logistics Network in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has opened its first warehouse in France, located in the Hauts-de-France region. The 75,000 m² facility is part of Maersk’s extensive European logistics network and serves as a key hub for strengthening supply chain solutions in the … Read the full press release

New EBRD Facility Supports Ukraine’s Energy Security and War Recovery Through Loans and Grants to Businesses and Households

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has extended a portfolio-risk-sharing facility to Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine to unlock €100 million in investments supporting Ukraine’s energy security. As the fourth Ukrainian bank to join the EBRD’s Energy Security Support Facility, RBU will issue loans … Read the full press release

Solvay Unveils Innovative Rare Earths Line in France to Empower Europe’s Sustainable Future

(IN BRIEF) Solvay has inaugurated its new rare earths production line at the La Rochelle facility in France, marking the beginning of commercial production for permanent magnets and aligning with Europe’s Critical Raw Materials Act. This strategic move, part of … Read the full press release

Banking Alliance Paves the Way for a Robust EU Clean Energy Future

(IN BRIEF) NORD/LB and the EIB have launched a significant financing partnership to boost the transition to clean energy within the European Union. The collaboration will fund new small and medium-sized renewable energy projects, with targeted investments in photovoltaic systems, … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Strengthens Global Energy Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition of Fives Cryogenics

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has announced a binding put-option agreement to acquire Fives Cryogenics from Fives Group for EUR 800 million on a cash and debt-free basis. Fives Cryogenics, based in France, is a leader in cryogenic heat transfer and … Read the full press release

EIB and Ayvens Launch EUR 700 Million Initiative to Electrify 19,000 Commercial Vehicles in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has issued its first green loan, signing a EUR 700 million financing agreement with sustainable mobility leader Ayvens in December 2024. The deal, which splits into a EUR 350 million EIB credit and … Read the full press release

Symrise Unveils Sustainable and Innovative Solutions at CFIA 2025 to Strengthen Market Presence in France

(IN BRIEF) Symrise will showcase its latest innovations at CFIA 2025 in Rennes, France, with a focus on sustainable and cost-effective food and beverage solutions. The company’s exhibits will feature products that address current industry needs, including ethical chicken, cocoa … Read the full press release

KfW Research: Germany Faces Challenges in Heat Pump Adoption Despite Growing Market Demand

(IN BRIEF) The adoption of heat pumps in Germany remains slower compared to other European countries, largely due to the significant electricity-to-gas price ratio. However, recent findings from KfW Research suggest that adjusting these prices could significantly boost the number … Read the full press release

UAE-France High-Level Business Council Strengthens Economic Cooperation at Third Meeting

(IN BRIEF) At the third meeting of the UAE-France High-Level Business Council in Paris, strategic partnerships were formed to enhance collaboration in energy, renewable energy, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. The event, co-chaired by H.E. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber and Patrick … Read the full press release