Tag Archives: Hungary

SCHOTT Pharma Expands Capacity with New RTU Cartridge Facility in Hungary

(IN BRIEF) SCHOTT Pharma has begun construction on a new production facility for ready-to-use (RTU) cartridges at its Lukácsháza site in Hungary. The investment of over 100 million euros will expand the company’s manufacturing capacity to meet increasing demand for … 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

Dürr’s 19,000th Painting Robot to Boost BYD’s First European Plant in Hungary

(IN BRIEF) Dürr’s 19,000th painting robot has been delivered to BYD’s first European plant in Szeged, Hungary, marking a major milestone in the company’s global expansion. The state-of-the-art EcoBell3 rotary atomizer and innovative painting technologies will support BYD’s sustainable production … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests €76 Million in VGP’s Green Bonds to Enhance Sustainable Logistics Infrastructure in Central and Southeastern Europe

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has invested €76 million in VGP’s green bond programme, aimed at supporting the development and acquisition of sustainable logistics and industrial parks in Central and Southeastern Europe. The funding will help expand the availability of high-quality, … 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

ELKO Group Expands Blackview Distribution to Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Hungary

(IN BRIEF) ELKO Group is expanding its distribution of Blackview rugged devices into Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Hungary under the WESTech brand. This initiative builds on their established distribution agreements in the Baltics and Slovenia, further enhancing the partnership … Read the full press release

EBRD Unveils Diverse Short List for Prestigious Literature Prize Across Seven Investment Regions

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has announced the short list for its annual Literature Prize, featuring ten English translations of books by authors from seven countries where the Bank invests. Selected by an independent jury led by Maya Jaggi, the short … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall to Provide Advanced Simulators for C-390 Aircraft to the Netherlands in Multi-Million Euro Deal

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract by Embraer to supply advanced simulators for the Royal Netherlands Air Force’s C-390 aircraft, including a Full Flight and Mission Simulator (FFMS) and a Cargo Handling Station Trainer (CHST). These simulators, set … Read the full press release

AFRY Secures Key Design Contract for Control Circuit Reconstruction at Paks Nuclear Power Plant, Hungary

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has been awarded a significant design contract by MVM NUKA for the reconstruction of control circuits at Hungary’s MVM Paks Nuclear Power Plant as part of its lifetime extension programme. The project involves the design of nearly … Read the full press release

Wienerberger Extends Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to Build More Homes for Vulnerable Communities

(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has extended its partnership with Habitat for Humanity International for another three years, continuing their efforts to build affordable housing for those in need. Since 2012, the collaboration has provided homes for over 6,300 people, constructing more … Read the full press release

Dürr Systems to Supply Advanced Painting Technology for BYD’s First European Passenger Car Plant

(IN BRIEF) Dürr Systems AG has been selected by BYD Auto Company Limited to supply advanced painting technology for BYD’s first European passenger car plant in Szeged, Hungary. The project involves the installation of over 120 robots, including the EcoRP … Read the full press release

HungaroControl Joins Thales’ Alliance One to Shape the Future of Air Traffic Control with Upgraded TopSky – ATC System

(IN BRIEF) On December 9th, HungaroControl became a member of Thales’ Alliance One, a collaborative group shaping the future of air traffic control (ATC) through the upgraded TopSky – ATC system. This system, designed to meet growing air traffic demands, … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Vans and E.ON Partner to Revolutionize EV Charging Infrastructure in CEE

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Vans Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) has partnered with E.ON to launch a comprehensive B2B Charging Infrastructure initiative across Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. The collaboration aims to support businesses transitioning to electric mobility by providing … Read the full press release

MFB Commits €20 Million to EIF-Led Three Seas Initiative Innovation Fund to Support Central and Eastern European Businesses

(IN BRIEF) The MFB Hungarian Development Bank has pledged €20 million to the 3SI Innovation Fund, which is led by the European Investment Fund (EIF). The fund, targeting growth-stage businesses in Central and Eastern Europe, aims to raise €180 million … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom’s Christmas Campaign Inspires Unity and Connection Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched a new Christmas campaign, “Connections Begin When Barriers Break,” across ten European countries, emphasizing unity and tolerance. Through a heartwarming story of two young girls separated by a glass barrier, the campaign highlights the … Read the full press release

Hydro Opens New Aluminium Recycling Plant in Hungary to Meet Growing Demand for Sustainable Materials

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has opened a new aluminium recycling plant in Székesfehérvár, Hungary, with a capacity of 90,000 tonnes, primarily serving the automotive sector. The facility processes post-consumer scrap and production waste, supporting the demand for low-carbon, recycled aluminium. This … Read the full press release

Vodafone’s NG-SOS App Achieves 4 Million Downloads, Revolutionizing Emergency Response Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Foundation’s NG-SOS app has reached a milestone of over 4 million downloads and has facilitated 200,000 emergency calls across Europe. The app, available in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria, connects users directly to emergency services, … Read the full press release

Polish ESA Project Astronaut Sławosz Uznański to Join Axiom Mission 4 to the ISS

(IN BRIEF) Polish ESA project astronaut Sławosz Uznański will fly to the ISS on Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), alongside astronauts from India and Hungary. This mission, supported by ESA and the Polish government, aims to conduct significant scientific and technological … Read the full press release

Hungarian Legal Expert Appointed as National Member for Eurojust

(IN BRIEF) Ms. Eszter Mária Köpf, a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in international and European legal affairs, has been appointed as the new National Member for Hungary at Eurojust, succeeding Mr. László Venczl. With a background in prosecuting … Read the full press release