Tag Archives: Germany

ZÜBLIN and ROM Technik Partner to Deliver Groundbreaking AI Research Campus in Germany

(IN BRIEF) ZÜBLIN, a STRABAG subsidiary, together with ROM Technik GmbH & Co. KG, has been contracted to build the first phase of the IPAI Campus in Heilbronn, Europe’s pioneering innovation park for artificial intelligence. Commissioned by IPAI Immobilienmanagement and … Read the full press release

Talgo Strengthens European Leadership as DSB Accepts First EuroCity Fleet for Cross-Border Routes

(IN BRIEF) Talgo has achieved a significant milestone as Danish State Railways (DSB) officially accepted its first Talgo 230 trains, marking the beginning of deliveries for a 16-train EuroCity fleet that will operate on the Copenhagen–Hamburg route. The trains, designed … Read the full press release

Telekom launches nationwide campaign promoting sustainability and offering one kilogram of recycled gold as grand prize

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched a nationwide recycling campaign that allows customers to trade in old mobile phones for a chance to win prizes — including a 1-kilogram gold bar made from recycled gold. Running from October 7 to … Read the full press release

European Defence Alliance Expands with 222 Schakal IFVs for Germany and the Netherlands, Strengthening Medium Force Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) OCCAR has commissioned Artec GmbH, a joint venture between Rheinmetall and KNDS Germany, to deliver 222 Schakal (Jackal) infantry fighting vehicles to Germany and the Netherlands under a €3.41 billion contract. Rheinmetall’s share amounts to nearly €3 billion. … Read the full press release

Holcim to Acquire Xella, Strengthening Its Leadership in Sustainable Building Solutions Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Xella, a European leader in sustainable walling systems, in a deal valued at EUR 1.85 billion. Xella, which operates across 21 countries with more than 4,000 employees, offers premium … Read the full press release

Bentley Stuttgart Marks 15th Anniversary with the Launch of the Bespoke Black Forest Regional Collection by Mulliner

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Stuttgart has celebrated its 15th anniversary with the launch of the Black Forest Regional Collection, an exclusive series handcrafted by Mulliner that includes the Bentayga S Black Edition, Continental GT Speed, and Continental GTC Speed. Inspired by … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Wins Red Dot Design Award for GraviKart, an AI-Driven Autonomous Transport System Revolutionizing Industrial Workspaces

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler has received the Red Dot Design Award 2025 in the “Design Concept” category for its GraviKart, an autonomous robotic transport system designed to enhance human-machine collaboration in industrial and logistics settings. The AI-powered GraviKart combines haptic and … Read the full press release

German Data Center Security Specialist Kentix Joins ASSA ABLOY to Strengthen Digital & Access Solutions Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has acquired Kentix GmbH, a German designer and manufacturer specializing in monitoring and access control systems for data centers. Founded in 2008 and based in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, Kentix employs around 40 people and generated approximately EUR … Read the full press release

RCG Expands Benelux Presence After Securing EU Safety Certificate for Belgium and the Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has launched its first independent freight operations in Belgium after obtaining the Single Safety Certificate from the European Union Agency for Railways, enabling it to operate under its own traction in Belgium, the … Read the full press release

HENSOLDT and AVILUS Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance UAV Technologies and Sovereign ISR Capabilities in Germany

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT and AVILUS have entered into a strategic partnership to co-develop advanced UAV systems that combine HENSOLDT’s world-class sensor technology with AVILUS’s mission-ready aerial platforms. The collaboration aims to enhance Germany’s sovereign ISR capabilities through scalable, high-performance UAV … Read the full press release

A Milestone in Paper Manufacturing: Saica and Voith Celebrate 25 Years of PM 9 Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Voith and Saica Group are celebrating the 25th anniversary of PM 9, the high-speed containerboard production line at Saica’s El Burgo de Ebro mill in Zaragoza, Spain. Commissioned in 2000, PM 9 was groundbreaking for its time, achieving … Read the full press release

RWE strengthens renewable energy presence in Germany with completion of Kail wind farm near the Moselle plateau

(IN BRIEF) RWE has commissioned its first wind farm in Rhineland-Palatinate, the Kail wind farm, located on the Moselle plateau near Koblenz. The three turbines, with a total capacity of 12.9 MW, will generate enough renewable power for 7,500 households … Read the full press release

Deutsche Post supports global initiative for a delivery person emoji to represent millions of postal and parcel workers worldwide

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Post is supporting a global initiative led by Austrian Post to introduce a new “delivery person” emoji, representing over 5.3 million workers in the postal and parcel industry worldwide. Backed by major organizations such as UPU, IPC, … Read the full press release

Daimler Truck partners with Arquus to unveil next-generation tactical vehicle for European defense forces

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck and Arquus have unveiled the Zetros by Arquus, a new military truck that merges Daimler Truck’s 6×6 Mercedes-Benz Zetros chassis with Arquus’ expertise in military adaptation and integration. Presented at the Forum Entreprises Défense 2025 in … Read the full press release

Europe’s RNA Immunotherapy Enters a New Phase: Trials Scale Up, Deals Consolidate, and Regulators Move

Europe’s RNA immunotherapy sector is gaining speed with new in vivo CAR-T and mRNA vaccine trials. Germany approved the region’s first in vivo CAR-T study, marking regulatory progress. The UK’s Cancer Vaccine Launch Pad advances personalised mRNA cancer vaccine trials … Read the full press release

Telia Strengthens Sweden’s Rail Connectivity with Long-Term Communications Partnership with SJ

(IN BRIEF) Telia has signed a long-term partnership with SJ, Sweden’s leading train operator, to deliver robust communication services across its operations and train fleet. The collaboration encompasses mobile connectivity, IoT technologies, and a crisis management platform, ensuring secure and … Read the full press release

FIGO Awards Celebrate Global Trailblazers Advancing Women’s Health, Equality, and Reproductive Rights

(IN BRIEF) At the XXIII FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics in Cape Town, six outstanding figures were honoured for their global impact on women’s health and rights. The FIGO Distinguished Merit Award was presented to Ethiopia’s Health Minister … Read the full press release

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: bonprix strengthens women’s health advocacy with “Feel ahead!” initiative and Pink Collection

(IN BRIEF) bonprix, together with Brustkrebs Deutschland e. V., has launched its “Feel ahead!” campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of breast self-examination with the striking image of a knotted bra. Running alongside the release of its … Read the full press release

DHL Group strengthens regulatory and advocacy leadership with appointment of Maike Asmussen

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has appointed Maike Asmussen as Executive Vice President for Corporate Public Affairs, effective January 1, 2026. She joins from Merck, where she was Chief Political Officer, and brings over two decades of political and advocacy experience, … Read the full press release

Energiekontor sells repowered Würselen wind park to SachsenEnergie, boosting renewable capacity in North Rhine-Westphalia

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor AG has sold the repowered Würselen wind park in North Rhine-Westphalia to SachsenEnergie NaturKraft GmbH, a subsidiary of Dresden-based SachsenEnergie AG. The project, located on a former coalfield, replaced three older 1.5 MW turbines with three Vestas … Read the full press release