Tag Archives: Governance

Strong Reputation Performance Places Henkel Among Top-Ranked Global Companies Again

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has improved its performance in two internationally recognized corporate reputation rankings. The company ranked seventh in the 2025 Caliber DAX 40 Ranking, remaining in the top quartile for the fourth consecutive year, and climbed from 66th to … Read the full press release

EY and Institute of International Finance survey reveals cybersecurity and AI are reshaping risk leadership in global insurance sector

(IN BRIEF) The EY and Institute of International Finance Global Insurance Risk Management Survey reveals that cybersecurity remains the top concern for insurance chief risk officers, driven by increasing complexity, geopolitical tensions, and evolving digital threats. The report highlights growing … Read the full press release

Telefónica Reports €7.472 Million Tax Contribution in 2025 Reinforcing Its Role as a Leading Global Taxpayer

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica reported a total tax contribution of €7.472 million in 2025, allocating €21.3 in taxes for every €100 of revenue, underscoring its significant role in supporting public finances across its key markets. The contribution includes both direct taxes … Read the full press release

Europe’s Legal Tech Momentum Is Reshaping the Economics of Litigation Finance

AI is rapidly transforming legal workflows across Europe, making analysis faster and more cost-efficient The European Union is setting global standards with the AI Act, increasing regulatory oversight on legal AI use AI tools are helping investors assess complex multi-jurisdiction … Read the full press release

Vesteda becomes first Dutch residential investor to achieve B Corp certification with strong sustainability performance

(IN BRIEF) Vesteda has become the first institutional residential investor and landlord in the Netherlands to achieve Certified B Corporation status, following an independent assessment by B Lab. With a score above 102 points, the certification reflects the company’s strong … Read the full press release

Euronext brings together STAR companies and international investors for landmark capital markets conference in Milan

(IN BRIEF) Euronext will host the 25th edition of the Euronext STAR Conference in Milan from 24 to 26 March, bringing together 56 listed companies and approximately 280 investors from 177 investment firms for over 3,000 meetings. The event serves … Read the full press release

The University of Exeter Celebrates Athena Swan Silver Award for Advancing Gender Equality in Mathematics and Statistics

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics has received the Athena Swan Silver Award in recognition of its meaningful progress in promoting gender equality and fostering an inclusive culture. The distinction builds on the department’s earlier … Read the full press release

WTC Announces Appointment of Viscount Camrose as Public Affairs Advisor, Expanding Leadership in Governance & Strategic Foresight

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based international non-profit focused on innovation diplomacy and the global impact of emerging technologies, has appointed Jonathan Berry, Viscount Camrose, as Public Affairs Advisor to its Advisory Board. A former UK Minister … Read the full press release

World Technology Congress Appoints Ruslan Pavlyshyn as Vice President for European & Middle Eastern Affairs

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) has announced the appointment of Ruslan Pavlyshyn as its new Vice President for European & Middle Eastern Affairs, strengthening the organization’s leadership as it expands its global mission around emerging technologies and responsible … Read the full press release

ESG Transparency Award Recognises Kapsch TrafficCom as Leading Company for Sustainability Disclosure

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has received the ESG Transparency Award for its 2024/25 sustainability statement, earning recognition as a “Leading Company” and placement in the award’s “Excellence Class”. The statement is the company’s first to comply with the EU’s Corporate … Read the full press release

Leadership Evolution at SGS as Gilbert Ghostine Is Nominated to Succeed Calvin Grieder in 2026

(IN BRIEF) SGS announced that Chair of the Board of Directors Calvin Grieder will step down at the company’s Annual General Meeting on March 26, 2026. Grieder, who has served on the Board since 2019 and as Chair since 2020, … Read the full press release

ARCHION Sets Governance Framework and Names Key Leaders from Daimler Truck and Toyota

(IN BRIEF) ARCHION Group, a strategic collaboration between Daimler Truck, Toyota, Hino Motors, and Mitsubishi Fuso, has announced its leadership structure ahead of its April 2026 operational launch. The new governance model features a nine-member board with four independent directors … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole Leasing & Factoring Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Chantal Debost as Chairwoman

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole Leasing & Factoring has appointed Chantal Debost as its new Chairwoman, succeeding Jean-Jacques Calcat, who served in the role since 2018. The appointment, effective immediately following the Board meeting on 28 October 2025, reflects CAL&F’s commitment … Read the full press release

Aalborg University Appoints Danish MP Simon Kollerup to Its Board to Enhance Policy and Innovation Links

(IN BRIEF) Aalborg University (AAU) has appointed Danish Member of Parliament Simon Kollerup, former Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, as its new external board member. Currently serving as Chair of the Finance Committee and Defence Spokesperson, Kollerup brings … Read the full press release

Maersk Senegal Receives CNP Level 1 CSR Recognition for Advancing Sustainability and Women’s Inclusion in Logistics

(IN BRIEF) Maersk Senegal has been honoured with the Level 1 CSR Label by the Conseil National du Patronat (CNP) during the 2025 Assises de l’Entreprise, acknowledging its leadership in responsible business practices and social impact. Central to its CSR … Read the full press release

LSEG and Microsoft Expand Strategic Partnership to Power Agentic AI and Transform Financial Data Access Through Model Context Protocol

(IN BRIEF) LSEG and Microsoft have deepened their strategic partnership to revolutionize how financial institutions access and utilize LSEG’s licensed financial data within Microsoft’s AI ecosystems. Through a managed Model Context Protocol (MCP) server, customers can securely integrate LSEG’s extensive … Read the full press release

Verdantix highlights SGS’s global expertise and partnerships in new guide to ESG due diligence providers

(IN BRIEF) SGS has been featured in the Verdantix Buyer’s Guide: ESG & Sustainability Due Diligence Services (2025), which recognizes leading providers supporting businesses in sustainability and ESG risk management. Verdantix commended SGS for its global reach across 115 countries, … Read the full press release

EBRD exits Bank of Cyprus with sale of remaining 5 per cent stake after decade of support

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has sold its entire 5 per cent holding in the Bank of Cyprus, amounting to over 22.4 million shares, through an accelerated bookbuild on the Athens Stock Exchange. The EBRD first … Read the full press release

DNV names Annika Nevaste as CEO of DNV Cyber to drive global growth in safeguarding critical infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) DNV has appointed Annika Nevaste as CEO of DNV Cyber, its fast-growing cybersecurity services business formed in 2024 from the merger of Nixu, Applied Risk, and DNV. Nevaste joins from Google Cloud, where she led the Nordic Digital … Read the full press release

REN Tops CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment with A Rating After Steady Climb

(IN BRIEF) REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais has been honoured with an “A” rating in CDP’s 2024 Supplier Engagement Assessment, reflecting the company’s leadership in embedding sustainability within its supplier relationships. This marks a notable progression from a “D” rating … Read the full press release