Tag Archives: Germany

Germany’s GDP Records a Slight Dip of 0.1% in 3rd Quarter of 2023, Marking a Weaker Start to H2

  (IN BRIEF) Germany’s gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2023 declined by 0.1% when adjusted for price, seasonal, and calendar variations compared to the previous quarter. This decrease follows a slight increase in economic performance in … Read the full press release

RWE and Equinor Forge Long-Term Natural Gas Supply Deal to Bolster Energy Security and Transition

(IN BRIEF) RWE, an energy company based in Germany, has signed a new supply agreement with Equinor, a Norwegian energy company, for natural gas. The agreement spans five years, starting in October, with an annual volume ranging from 10 to … Read the full press release

Gasum Delivers LNG to MSC Euribia and VOX Ariane in Hamburg Port

(IN BRIEF) Gasum has achieved its first ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operations in the port of Hamburg, Germany. The company successfully delivered LNG to two vessels: the MSC Euribia, a highly energy-efficient flagship belonging to MSC Cruises, and the VOX Ariane, … Read the full press release

Sustainable Insulation Leader GUTEX Adopts Innovative ANDRITZ Fiber Technology

(IN BRIEF) GUTEX, a leading wood fiber insulation board manufacturer in Germany, has successfully implemented a cutting-edge ANDRITZ fiber preparation system at its Eschbach facility. This achievement marks the second collaboration between GUTEX and ANDRITZ and showcases their commitment to … Read the full press release

Siemens Energy Advances Digital Transformation with SAP Digital Manufacturing Implementation

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Energy, a global energy technology leader, has initiated the implementation of SAP Digital Manufacturing at five of its lighthouse plants across Germany, the United Kingdom, and Mexico. This milestone, carried out in partnership with Syntax Systems GmbH … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Strengthens Position in Europe’s Largest Power Market with Quadra Energy Purchase

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has signed agreements to acquire Quadra Energy, a major player in the German renewable energy sector. Quadra Energy, with its 9 GW “virtual power plant,” is one of the top aggregators of renewable electricity in Germany. In … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Deutschland Wins Bid to Develop Wind Farms for Renewable Energy in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola Deutschland has secured the rights to three wind energy sites in the latest tender held by Forst Baden-Württemberg (ForstBW). These wind farms, covering a total of 790 hectares, are expected to feature around 25 wind turbines and … Read the full press release

DHL Supply Chain Expands E-Commerce Fulfillment Network with Fourth German Warehouse

(IN BRIEF) DHL Supply Chain has expanded its DHL Fulfillment Network (DFN) by commissioning its fourth e-commerce warehouse in Euskirchen, Germany. This facility will store, pick, pack, and ship orders for a wide range of customers, from large enterprises to … Read the full press release

Accenture Expands Insurance Operations Capabilities with ON Service GROUP Acquisition in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has acquired ON Service GROUP, a prominent provider of business process services specialized in insurance operations in Germany. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance Accenture’s capabilities in insurance operations, allowing it to offer a wider range of … Read the full press release

Zinnwald Lithium and Metso Advance Lithium Hydroxide Project in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Zinnwald Lithium Plc (“Zinnwald Lithium”) and Metso are making significant progress in developing a beneficiation plant concept for the Zinnwald Lithium Project, located near Dresden, Germany. This project aims to supply battery-grade lithium hydroxide (LiOH) to the European … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Strengthens Industry Position with 15th Pressurized Refining System for Insulation Boards

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ, a global technology group, will supply a pressurized refining system to Sonae Arauco Deutschland GmbH’s Meppen mill in Germany. This system will enable the production of wood-based insulation products and marks ANDRITZ’s 15th insulation board production line … Read the full press release

STARK Group Expands Its Civil Engineering Presence with New Branch in Thuringia

(IN BRIEF) STARK Group is expanding its presence in central Germany with the opening of a new branch in Löbichau, Thuringia. This expansion is led by the company’s civil engineering specialist, Muffenrohr, and marks its 47th branch in Germany out … Read the full press release

BAMBI Returns: Germany’s Celebrated Media Awards Marks 75th Anniversary

(IN BRIEF) BAMBI, the renowned German media awards event, is making a comeback in 2023 to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Hubert Burda Media has decided to reinstate the awards ceremony, which was on hiatus for four years due to the … Read the full press release

Hydro Invests €3 Million in State-of-the-Art Water Treatment Plant in Schwandorf, Germany

(IN BRIEF) Hydro is dedicating €3 million to construct a new water treatment plant at its Schwandorf legacy site in Germany. The legacy site, acquired by Hydro in 2002, holds bauxite residue from operations by VAW from the 1930s to … Read the full press release

50Hertz Signs €4.6 Billion Contracts for High-Performance Cables to Advance Germany’s Green Energy Goals

(IN BRIEF) 50Hertz, a major electricity transmission system operator in Germany, has entered into project and framework contracts with leading European cable manufacturers NKT and Prysmian Power Link. These contracts, valued at €4.6 billion, cover the production and installation of … Read the full press release

E.ON to Deploy Over 1,200 Fast Charging Stations Across Germany as Part of Deutschlandnetz

(IN BRIEF) E.ON has secured a contract to construct and manage more than 1,200 new fast charging stations at approximately 140 locations in Germany as part of the “Deutschlandnetz” initiative led by the Ministry of Digital Affairs and Transport. The … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies to Expand High-Power EV Charging Network with 1,100 New Points Across Germany

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has secured a contract to install and operate 1,100 high-power charge points (HPC) for electric vehicles (EVs) as part of the German government’s “Deutschlandnetz” initiative. These charging points, offering up to 200 kW charging power, will be … Read the full press release

BASF Showcases Innovative Solutions at Fakuma 2023 to Address Plastic Waste and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) BASF is highlighting a range of innovative solutions at the 28th Fakuma exhibition in Friedrichshafen, Germany, aimed at addressing plastic waste and promoting sustainability. The showcased solutions include mass-balanced plastics that reduce resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, … Read the full press release

Siemens to Build Electric Bus Charging Infrastructure in Germany, Aiding Emission Reduction

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has secured two significant orders to establish electric bus (e-bus) charging infrastructure in two German cities, Hamburg and Saarlouis. In Hamburg, Siemens will continue to support Hamburger Hochbahn AG, one of the country’s largest public transport companies, … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Unveils HX ANACONDA Bridge-Laying System for Crisis Response and Disaster Relief

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, a German technology group, is introducing the HX ANACONDA wheeled bridge-laying system at the FIREmobil show in Welzow, Germany. This versatile solution, consisting of the Anaconda bridge-laying system from General Dynamics European Land Systems and an HX … Read the full press release

Bentley Delivers First of Limited-Edition Continental GT Le Mans Collection in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The first of the 24 Bentley Continental GT Le Mans Collection models for Europe has been delivered in Dusseldorf, Germany. These limited edition Continental GT and GTC cars are handcrafted in England by Bentley’s Mulliner division, with 24 … Read the full press release

Stradivarius Set to Make Debut in Germany’s ECE Shopping Center at Milaneo Stuttgart, Expanding Inditex’s Presence

(IN BRIEF) Inditex’s fashion brand, Stradivarius, is set to debut in Germany at the ECE shopping center, Milaneo Stuttgart. The leasing contract has been signed, and the store is scheduled to open in November 2023, marking the brand’s first-ever store … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto’s ‘Offers’ In-Car App Expands to Eight Markets, Bringing Discounts and Convenience to Drivers

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has extended its ‘Offers’ in-car infotainment app to eight markets, offering over 100 discounted products and services accessible from the user’s vehicle. The app is compatible with Škoda vehicles equipped with the latest-generation Amundsen and Columbus … Read the full press release

Alstom Unveils Breakthrough Battery-Powered Train for Green Mobility Revolution in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has unveiled a new battery-powered train developed by the company in collaboration with the Central Saxony transport authority, Verkehrsverbund Mittelsachsen (VMS), in Chemnitz, Germany. This innovation represents a significant step towards … Read the full press release

3D-Printed Components Transform Cargo Bikes into Ultralight Urban Transport

(IN BRIEF) Maniac & Sane, a cargo-bike manufacturer based in Darmstadt, Germany, is using 3D-printed components made of Evonik’s INFINAM® PA12 high-performance plastic to create ultralight cargo bikes. These cargo bikes are becoming popular in European city centers for environmentally … Read the full press release

Škoda Revs Up for 20th Sachsen Classic Rally with a Fleet of Iconic Vintage Models

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Classic team is participating in the 20th Sachsen Classic rally with seven iconic Škoda vehicles built between 1948 and 1988. The rally, known for its focus on regularity and precision rather than speed, starts in Zwickau on … Read the full press release

TX Logistik AG to Become Second Largest Freight Operator in Germany with Acquisition of Exploris Group

(IN BRIEF) TX Logistik AG, a subsidiary of FS Italiane Group’s Logistics Business Units, has signed a purchase agreement to acquire Exploris Deutschland Holding GmbH Hamburg, a European rail freight transportation company. This acquisition will make TX Logistik the second … Read the full press release

autoTicket GmbH Finalizes Settlement Agreement with Germany, Receives EUR 243 Million Payment

(IN BRIEF) On July 5, 2023, autoTicket GmbH, a joint venture of Kapsch TrafficCom AG and CTS Eventim AG Co. KGaA, reached a settlement agreement with the Federal Republic of Germany to end arbitration proceedings related to the termination of … Read the full press release

LEAG Advances Energy Transition with Permit Application for Innovative Power-to-X Plant in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Lausitz Energie Kraftwerke AG (LEAG), the largest private energy company in eastern Germany, has submitted a permit application for the construction of an innovative Power-to-X plant in Jänschwalde, Lusatia. The plant will store and re-electrify excess renewable energy … Read the full press release

Ericsson and O2 Telefónica Achieve 5G Cloud RAN Milestone in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and O2 Telefónica in Germany have reached a significant milestone in the development of 5G Cloud RAN technology in Europe. Through a joint Proof of Concept (PoC) deployment at O2 Telefónica’s innovation hub, Ericsson showcased its first … Read the full press release

Germany’s Onshore Wind Capacity Soars as Permitting Reforms Pay Off

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s onshore wind sector is experiencing a robust recovery, with approximately 1.6 GW of new capacity installed in the first half of 2023. The latest onshore wind auction awarded an additional 1.4 GW of capacity. The country’s rigorous … Read the full press release

Iberdrola and Vodafone Sign Clean Energy Agreements to Advance Net-Zero Journey

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola and Vodafone have signed new clean energy power purchase agreements (PPAs) in Spain, Portugal, and Germany. The agreements will see Iberdrola provide Vodafone with 410 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean solar energy annually, supporting Vodafone’s net-zero goals and … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin Forge Partnership for Ultramodern F-35A Production Facility in Weeze, Germany

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall, in partnership with Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin, is planning to construct a cutting-edge factory in Weeze, Germany, for the production of fuselage sections for the F-35A Lightning II aircraft. The facility will produce at least 400 … Read the full press release

BASF Unveils State-of-the-Art Facility for Battery Material Production and Recycling

(IN BRIEF) BASF has celebrated the opening of Europe’s first co-located center for battery material production and recycling in Schwarzheide, Germany. The facility includes a state-of-the-art production plant for cathode active materials and a battery recycling plant, marking significant progress … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Chosen for Bundeswehr’s Modular Medical Facility Renovation Project

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s Federal Office for Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) has selected Rheinmetall to remodel modular medical facilities. The project involves creating specialized modular medical facility containers, including food safety laboratories, for the Bundeswehr. The contract … Read the full press release

Siemens to Provide End-to-End Solutions for Cellforce Gigafactory in Groundbreaking Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Cellforce and Siemens have formed a strategic partnership to revolutionize the automotive market by accelerating battery manufacturing. Under the agreement, Siemens will provide automation and digitalization technology to support Cellforce’s gigafactory in Germany. The collaboration aims to enhance … Read the full press release

EnBW opens one of Germany’s largest fast-charging stations with solar canopy

(IN BRIEF) EnBW, a German energy company, has opened a new fast-charging station with a solar canopy near the A7 autobahn. With 32 high-power charging (HPC) points, it is one of the largest fast-charging stations in Germany, and EnBW’s second-largest. … Read the full press release

Boehringer Ingelheim’s New €285m Chemical Plant to Boost Pharmaceutical Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Boehringer Ingelheim has begun construction on a new Chemical Innovation Plant at its headquarters in Ingelheim, Germany. The €285 million investment will develop manufacturing processes for active pharmaceutical ingredients and produce drugs for clinical trial phases, enabling Boehringer … Read the full press release

Scania Top Team competition crowns Germany as the winner out of 8,000 service technicians

(IN BRIEF) Team Germany emerged as the winner in the eleventh international Top Team World Final, beating 11 other teams from different countries. The competition aims to highlight the importance of service personnel, who are vital for Scania’s success. With … Read the full press release

BAE Systems to deliver additional BvS10 vehicles to Germany for Arctic operations

(IN BRIEF) Germany has invested $400 million to acquire 227 additional ultra-mobile, all-terrain BvS10 vehicles from BAE Systems. This follows the Collaborative All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) program, with Sweden as the lead nation, which includes joint procurement by Sweden, Germany, and … Read the full press release