Tag Archives: GROWTH

Lloyds Research Identifies Skills, Cost and Data Quality as Key AI Adoption Barriers

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds research from the Lloyds Business Barometer finds that 54 percent of UK businesses say AI has created new jobs within their organisations, while 58 percent plan to invest in AI skills over the next year as adoption … Read the full press release →

EY Names Astera Labs Co-Founders Global Entrepreneur Winners for Advancing AI Data Center Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Jitendra Mohan, Sanjay Gajendra and Casey Morrison, co-founders of Astera Labs, have been named EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2026 at a ceremony in Monaco. Selected from nearly 5,000 program participants, including 58 winners from 46 countries … Read the full press release →

Roland Berger enters Australian market with new Sydney office to drive Asia-Pacific growth

(IN BRIEF) Roland Berger has opened its first Australian office in Sydney, expanding the firm’s international network to all six continents. The new office, led by an experienced local team, strengthens the consultancy’s presence in the Asia-Pacific region and supports … Read the full press release →

Euronext Growth Milan Welcomes Giocamondo Study with €4.2 Million Raised and a €20.8 Million Market Capitalization

(IN BRIEF) Giocamondo Study has been successfully listed on Euronext Growth Milan, becoming the 12th listing of 2025. The company raised €4.2 million during the placement phase, which will help drive its growth as it aims to expand its brand … Read the full press release →

Metriks AI Successfully Lists on Euronext Growth Milan, Raising €4.2 Million

(IN BRIEF) Metriks AI has successfully listed on Euronext Growth Milan, marking the 11th listing on the exchange for 2025. The AI-focused company raised €4.2 million in its placement phase and aims to expand its integrated digital solutions for SMEs … Read the full press release →

Protergia Launches Protergia Picasso to Revolutionize Greece’s Energy Market with Fixed Monthly Payments

(IN BRIEF) Protergia, Greece’s largest private energy provider, has launched Protergia Picasso, a game-changing electricity product offering consumers the ability to pay a fixed monthly rate for their electricity bill over a year. This new product reflects Protergia’s rebranding around … Read the full press release →

Snam Unveils Employee Stock Ownership Plan to Enhance Engagement and Shareholder Participation

(IN BRIEF) Snam has launched “Noi Snam”, its first employee stock ownership plan, designed to engage employees and foster a sense of belonging. The plan will be available to all employees, with benefits such as matching shares and loyalty shares. … Read the full press release →

OptiSigns Announces European Expansion

OptiSigns has opened a new office in Munich, Germany and added key leadership to better support EU customers OptiSigns is the leading digital signage company in North America, with over 30,500 customers in 121 countries using their hardware and software … Read the full press release →

Siemens’ Teamcenter and Mendix solutions enable Tatra Trucks to unify product development and manufacturing processes, optimizing production and reducing time-to-market

(IN BRIEF) Tatra Trucks has implemented Siemens’ Xcelerator software suite to streamline its digital transformation, improving manufacturing, product development, and customer delivery processes. With the integration of Teamcenter and Mendix, Tatra aims to optimize its operations, increase production efficiency, and … Read the full press release →

CTS EVENTIM Appoints Andrea Grancini as CEO of TicketOne to Drive Innovation and Growth in Italy’s Dynamic Ticketing Market

(IN BRIEF) CTS EVENTIM has announced a leadership change at its Italian subsidiary, TicketOne. Andrea Grancini, previously the General Manager and Board Member since 2018, has been appointed CEO, succeeding Stefano Lionetti, who has been at the helm since 2007. … 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 →

Holcim Expands Latin American Reach with Acquisition of Compañía Minera Luren

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has acquired Compañía Minera Luren, a leading Peruvian producer of specialty building materials with 377 employees, to enhance its product portfolio and accelerate expansion in Latin America. Known for its energy-efficient walling systems that combine advanced insulation … Read the full press release →

Holcim Unveils Amrize’s Future Leadership Team to Drive Next-Generation Growth

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has taken a significant step towards the planned spin-off of its North American business, Amrize, by appointing its future executive leadership team. This newly designated team includes seasoned leaders from Holcim alongside industry experts from top U.S. … Read the full press release →

Unlocking U.K. Growth: Adyen Teams with Affirm to Offer Flexible Payment Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Adyen has expanded its partnership with Affirm Holdings to the U.K., allowing Adyen’s merchants to offer flexible, pay-over-time payment options at checkout. This new integration provides consumers with a range of customizable installment plans, both interest-free and interest-bearing, … Read the full press release →

VIG Bolsters Polish Market Dominance with Strategic Investment in Leading Financial Broker

(IN BRIEF) Vienna Insurance Group is strengthening its market position in Poland through a strategic investment in Phinance, a leading financial broker with an extensive network of customers and consultants. This move comes on the heels of the 2024 merger … Read the full press release →

Valtech’s Kerry Penny Named Marketing Leader of the Year at 2024 Gartner Awards

(IN BRIEF) Kerry Penny, SVP and Global Head of Brand & Content at Valtech, has been named Marketing Leader of the Year at the 2024 Gartner Marketing & Communications Awards. She was recognized for her exceptional leadership, strategic, data-driven marketing … Read the full press release →

EQT Appoints Per Franzén as New CEO and Managing Partner, Marking a New Chapter in the Firm’s Growth

(IN BRIEF) EQT has appointed Per Franzén as its new CEO and Managing Partner, set to take effect on 27 May 2025. Franzén, a long-standing member of EQT, has been pivotal to the firm’s growth and success. Christian Sinding, who … Read the full press release →

MAPFRE RE Reshapes Organization with Key Appointments to Strengthen Life Business and Regional Operations

(IN BRIEF) MAPFRE RE has restructured its organization to focus on enhancing its Life business and strengthening its market presence. The restructuring includes key leadership changes, such as the appointment of Javier San Basilio as general manager, Carmen Bueso overseeing … Read the full press release →

EIF Pledges €40 Million to SevenGen Growth Fund to Boost Sustainable Innovation and Impact

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund has committed €40 million to the SevenGen Growth Fund, which focuses on scaling profitable companies in sustainability-related sectors. The fund will target businesses across the Benelux, Germany, and the Nordics that are poised for … Read the full press release →

BT Group Appoints Jon James as CEO of BT Business to Strengthen UK Focus

(IN BRIEF) BT Group plc has appointed Jon James as CEO of BT Business, effective 3 March 2025, following his successful tenure as CEO of Nuuday in Denmark, where he led the company through a transformative growth phase. This appointment … Read the full press release →

Deutsche Telekom Strengthens Leadership with Tim Höttges’ Extended CEO Role and Key Executive Appointments

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has announced the extension of Tim Höttges’ CEO contract until the end of 2028, ensuring leadership continuity. Additionally, Srini Gopalan will become the new COO of T-Mobile US, and Rodrigo Diehl, CEO of Magenta Telekom, will … Read the full press release →

KfW Reports Modest Growth in Corporate Lending in Q3 2024, but Recovery Faces Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Corporate loans in Germany grew by 1.6% in the third quarter of 2024, marking the first increase in two years, driven primarily by falling interest rates. However, the recovery is expected to slow down due to the challenging … Read the full press release →

Hexagon Appoints Anders Svensson as New President and CEO, Succeeding Norbert Hanke

(IN BRIEF) Anders Svensson has been appointed as Hexagon’s new President and CEO, set to take office by July 2025. He will succeed Norbert Hanke, who will continue as interim President and CEO until then. Svensson brings a wealth of … Read the full press release →

Ann-Sofie Østberg Bjergby Appointed as NIRAS’s New Chief Financial Officer, Effective March 2025

(IN BRIEF) Ann-Sofie Østberg Bjergby has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at NIRAS, effective March 1, 2025. With significant experience in finance, accounting, and M&A, including her previous role as CFO at AKF, Ann-Sofie brings a … Read the full press release →

ENGIE Restructures Business Units to Accelerate Growth and Strengthen Energy Transition Strategy

(IN BRIEF) ENGIE has been driving its energy transition strategy since 2021, with significant changes in its asset portfolio, organizational structure, and culture in line with its Net Zero Carbon commitment by 2045. The company is restructuring its Global Business … Read the full press release →

airBaltic Teams Up with AFRY to Enhance Maintenance Efficiency with AMOS System

(IN BRIEF) airBaltic has partnered with AFRY to implement the AMOS (Aircraft Maintenance and Operational Support) system, aiming to enhance maintenance operations and support the airline’s growth. The 18-month project will streamline processes such as scheduling, inventory management, and real-time … Read the full press release →

EQT Acquires Scale Microgrids to Accelerate Growth in Distributed Energy and Clean Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) EQT Transition Infrastructure has acquired Scale Microgrids, a leading energy company that designs, develops, finances, and operates microgrids and distributed energy assets in North America. This investment marks EQT’s second significant thematic acquisition in the past month. Scale, … Read the full press release →

EQT Partners with Compass to Accelerate Global Expansion and Innovation in EdTech

(IN BRIEF) EQT, a global investment firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Compass, a leading K-12 education software company. The partnership aims to accelerate Compass’s growth, enhance its platform, and support its international expansion. With over 3,000 schools already … Read the full press release →

E.ON Forges Ahead with Strategic Leadership Changes

(IN BRIEF) E.ON, a major player in the energy sector, has finalized its board restructuring, appointing Marc Spieker as Chief Operating Officer Commercial and Nadia Jakobi as Chief Financial Officer, underlining a strategic pivot towards sustainable energy solutions. CEO Leonhard … Read the full press release →

Digi Communications N.V. reports consolidated revenues and other income of EUR 447 million, adjusted EBITDA (excluding IFRS 16) of EUR 140 million for Q1 2024

(IN BRIEF) Digi Communications NV reported a strong performance in Q1 2024, with consolidated revenues and other income rising by 12% year-on-year to EUR 446.7 million. The adjusted EBITDA (excluding IFRS 16 impacts) increased by 23.4% to EUR 139.9 million. … Read the full press release →

EU Blue Champions Program Unveils Top Ocean Innovators, Promotes Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission and the European Investment Bank revealed the 20 selected “EU Blue Champions,” representing diverse sectors such as tidal and wind energy, underwater robotics, and satellite data applications. Chosen from Croatia to Sweden, these champions demonstrated … Read the full press release →

Logicor Successfully Places €650 Million Notes to Support Refinancing and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a prominent player in European logistics real estate, has achieved a successful placement of €650 million in unsecured notes under its EMTN program. These notes, with a 4.5-year term and a 4.625% coupon, hold a BBB rating … Read the full press release →

Origami and citoQualis Team up for Startups

Origami and citoQualis Team up for Medical Device Startups

(PRESS RELEASE) KFAR SABA, Israel, 9-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Origami, a leading provider of no-code business process automation software for Medical Device and other industries, and citoQualis, a regulatory and business advisory leader for EU Medical Device companies, are announcing … Read the full press release →

Visual Data Media Services to Partner with Endeavour Capital for Next Phase of Growth

Visual Data Media Services to Partner with Endeavour Capital for Next Phase of Growth

Investment will fuel organic and M&A growth as entertainment industry needs continue to grow (PRESS RELEASE) LOS ANGELES, Calif., United States, 18-Nov-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Visual Data Media Services, a leading entertainment services company serving studios and distributors globally with … Read the full press release →

Henkel reports 2018 preliminary sales of 19.9 billion euro

Implementation of Henkel 2020+ well under way Preliminary results 2018: Good performance despite significant headwinds Stepping up investments in brands and innovations to capture growth opportunities in consumer businesses and accelerate digital transformation Outlook for fiscal 2019 reflecting increased growth … Read the full press release →

Allianz Real Estate reached 60.1 billion euros in assets under management at the end of June 2018

Worldwide diversification over asset classes, investment styles and structures drives assets under management to 60.1 billion euros at the end of June 2018 European financing team reaches 6.8 billion euros with a focus on prime investments on a Pan European … Read the full press release →

Kuehne + Nagel will establish an integrated region Europe with its head office in Hamburg as of January 1, 2019

In order to further increase the growth momentum, Kuehne + Nagel will establish an integrated region Europe as of January 1, 2019. Schindellegi, Switzerland, 31-Aug-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Under the roof of the region Europe with its head office in … Read the full press release →

Capgemini recognized for ‘Partner Excellence in Accelerating Growth: Business Development’ at the 2018 Pega Partner Awards from Pegasystems Inc.

PARIS, 07-Jun-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Capgemini today announced that is has been recognized for ‘Partner Excellence in Accelerating Growth: Business Development’ at the 2018 Pega Partner Awards from Pegasystems Inc., the software company empowering customer engagement at the world’s leading enterprises. Capgemini was … Read the full press release →

Deutsche Post DHL Group increased Group revenue by a substantial 6.4% in the first quarter of 2018; 2018 Forecast confirmed

First-quarter Group revenue at prior-year level, 6.4% organic growth Operating profit increases to EUR 905 million 2018 Forecast confirmed: EBIT set to increase to approximately EUR 4.15 billion, with more than EUR 5 billion targeted for 2020 CEO Frank Appel: … Read the full press release →

UniCredit workshop on the wine sector in Italy at the Vinitaly trade fair

VERONA, 19-Apr-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Today (April 17, 2018) in the splendid surroundings of the Vinitaly trade fair, UniCredit organised a workshop to show market operators its Industry Book 2018 – the bank’s annual study on trends, competitive dynamics and the growth outlook in the … Read the full press release →