(IN BRIEF) SEB has joined more than 20 Nordic companies, foundations and organisations in launching Nordic Compass, a new pan-Nordic industrial alliance focused on improving the competitiveness of the Nordic region and Europe. The initiative, formally known as The Nordic … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Investment, Management, Security & Safety, Sweden
Tagged capital markets, Capital Markets and Economic Resilience, cross-border cooperation, deep tech, defence sector, economic resilience, energy sector, Europe, European competitiveness, finance, Gothenburg Summit 2026, industrial collaboration, Industrial Strategy, INNOVATION, Jyrki Katainen, Kristin Skogen Lund, Nordic alliance, Nordic business alliance, Nordic companies, Nordic Compass, Nordic competitiveness, Nordic cooperation, Nordic economy, pan-Nordic initiative, regional growth, SEB, SEB and Nordic Industry Leaders Launch Nordic Compass Alliance to Boost Regional Competitiveness and Innovation, SEB Joins New Nordic Compass Alliance to Strengthen Nordic and European Competitiveness, SEB Joins Pan-Nordic Industrial Alliance Focused on Deep Tech, technology, The Nordic Round Table for Industry
(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
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Germany, Industrial, Management, Technology
Tagged brand reputation, business ethics, business performance, Caliber DAX 40 Ranking, company rankings, corporate culture, corporate reputation, corporate strategy, corporate transparency, DAX 40, digitalization, ESG, global rankings, Global RepTrak 100, Governance, Henkel, Henkel Advances in Caliber DAX 40 and Global RepTrak®100 Reputation Assessments, Henkel Improves Global Reputation Rankings Through Sustainability and Innovation Focus, INNOVATION, International Business, leadership, reputation management, responsible business practices, stakeholder perception, stakeholder trust, sustainability, sustainable business
(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente will open its 65th anniversary year with the Lustrum Alumni Days on 8 and 9 May 2026, bringing together thousands of alumni for a programme of lectures, discussions, and networking activities. The event highlights … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Media, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged alumni event, Alumni Return to Twente Campus for Lustrum Event Focused on Technology Talent and Industry Impact, artificial intelligence, Batavierenrace, Giels Brouwer, INNOVATION, Leontien Kalverda, Maarten Kollen, Maryam Dodangeh, photonic chips, quantum communication, Renesas Electronics, Semiconductor industry, Steven van Roon, Twan Korthorst, University of Twente, University of Twente Brings Alumni Together to Celebrate Innovation and Open Anniversary Year, UT Robotics Centre
(IN BRIEF) Prosus has been included in LinkedIn’s 2026 Top Companies ranking in Brazil, highlighting its position as an employer that supports strong career development and growth opportunities. The recognition is based on LinkedIn data evaluating factors such as skills … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Technology
Tagged AI, Brazil, career growth, Despegar, E-Commerce, ecosystem model, Employee Development, Europe, fintech, iFood, INDIA, INNOVATION, Latin America, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Top Companies, professional growth, Prosus, Prosus Earns Spot on LinkedIn Brazil Top Companies 2026 List for Advancing Talent and Skills Development, Prosus Recognised by LinkedIn Among Brazil’s Leading Employers Supporting Career Growth and Innovation, talent strategy, technology sector, workplace recognition
(IN BRIEF) IKEA is testing robotic “Moonwalker” boots at its Helsingborg fulfilment centre in Sweden to improve warehouse efficiency. The AI-powered footwear allows workers to move faster across large spaces, resulting in a reported 16% increase in picking productivity. The … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Management, News, Retail, Society, Sweden, Technology
Tagged artificial intelligence, David McCabe, fulfilment, IKEA, IKEA increases picking efficiency with innovative robotic footwear in Helsingborg operations, Ingka Group, INNOVATION, logistics, Moonwalkers, productivity, robotic boots, Sebastian Carlius, Sweden, warehouse automation
(IN BRIEF) Brenntag has signed an exclusive global distribution agreement with Shinehigh to deliver advanced supramolecular active ingredient technologies to the beauty and personal care market. The partnership covers key regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, and focuses on … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Germany, Industrial, News, Technology
Tagged active ingredients, beauty and personal care, Brenntag expands specialty ingredients portfolio through exclusive global distribution agreement with Shinehigh, Brenntag SE, cosmetics industry, distribution agreement, INNOVATION, Jiaheng Zhang, molecular engineering, Shinehigh, skincare, supramolecular technology, Synthrix AI platform, Teresa Harding
(IN BRIEF) DNV has launched a national initiative to develop a regulatory sandbox for high-risk industrial AI in Norway, bringing together leading companies across multiple sectors. The effort aims to create a structured framework for safely testing and deploying AI … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Norway, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Aker ASA, artificial intelligence, Autonomous systems, Cognite, digital transformation, DNB, DNV, Equinor, Hydro, industrial AI, INNOVATION, Kongsberg Gruppen, NHO, Norway, Norwegian industry consortium advances framework for high-risk AI deployment through DNV-led sandbox initiative, regulatory sandbox, risk management, SINTEF, Telenor, Vår Energi, Yara International
(IN BRIEF) Umeå University and RISE Research Institutes of Sweden are enhancing their collaboration to build a more strategic and long-term partnership. During a recent meeting, representatives from both organisations discussed expanding joint efforts in research projects, funding applications, and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Science, Sweden, Technology
Tagged academic partnership, applied research, Digital Impact North, INNOVATION, Jonas Joelsson, Malin Johansson, Marco Lucisano, regional development, research collaboration, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, sustainability, Sweden, Thomas Olofsson, Tora Holmberg, Umeå University, Umeå University and RISE deepen collaboration to enhance joint research initiatives and industry competitiveness in Sweden
(IN BRIEF) ZF Friedrichshafen AG has strengthened its executive leadership by appointing Dr. Peter Holdmann as Chief Technology Officer, a newly created role designed to unify and elevate technology management across the company. Already responsible for Research and Development as … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Technology
Tagged and Market Readiness, artificial intelligence, automotive industry, Automotive Technology, Chief Technology Officer, connected systems, CTO appointment, Dr. Peter Holdmann, Dr. Peter Holdmann Takes on Expanded Leadership as ZF Centralizes Technology Strategy Across Global Operations, Dr. Rolf Breidenbach, engineering efficiency, executive leadership, INNOVATION, innovation strategy, Mathias Miedreich, R&D strategy, research and development, RWTH Aachen University, software-defined vehicles, ZF Elevates Technology Leadership with New CTO Position Focused on Efficiency, ZF Friedrichshafen AG
(IN BRIEF) Gorenje leveraged its presence at EuroCucina 2026 in Milan to highlight both product innovation and strategic growth plans, with global football star Luka Modrić playing a central role as brand ambassador. The event served as a key platform … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Italy, Management, Marketing, Media, Retail, Slovenia, Technology
Tagged Alenka Potočnik Anžič, Brand Ambassador, built-in appliances, EuroCucina 2026, European market, Gorenje, Gorenje Strengthens European Market Ambitions with High-Profile EuroCucina Appearance and Strategic Retail Push, Hisense Europe, INNOVATION, Jianmin Han, kitchen appliances, kitchen retail trade, KRT, Luka Modrić, Marketing Strategy, Milan, premium appliances, Vito Iacopelli
(IN BRIEF) BT has partnered with Nscale, with support from NVIDIA, to develop sovereign AI data centres in the UK, marking a significant step in expanding the country’s AI infrastructure and computing capacity. The project will deliver up to 14 … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Internet & Online, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged AI, Anthony Hills, artificial intelligence, BT Collaboration with Nscale and NVIDIA Advances UK Strategy for Secure and Scalable AI Deployment, BT Group, cloud computing, data centres, digital infrastructure, INNOVATION, Jon James, Kanishka Narayan, national security, Nscale, NVIDIA, sovereign AI, technology strategy, telecommunications, Tom Burke, United Kingdom
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank is providing €250 million to KONE to support a multi-year research and innovation programme focused on next-generation elevators, escalators, and intelligent people-flow technologies. Running from 2026 to 2029, the initiative aims to improve safety, … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Finland, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Marketing, Technology
Tagged building mobility, digitalization, EIB, elevators, energy efficiency, engineering jobs, escalators, Espoo, European Investment Bank, Finland, INNOVATION, Italy, Johannes Rastas, Karl Nehammer, KONE, KONE Secures €250 Million EIB Funding to Drive Innovation in Energy-Efficient Elevators and Urban Mobility Solutions, people flow technology, research and development, Smart Cities, TechEU initiative, urban infrastructure
(IN BRIEF) Business Finland has provided additional funding to Valio to expand its Food 2.0 research program, which focuses on transforming Finland’s food system through sustainability, innovation, and collaboration. The expansion includes increased financial support for both Valio and its … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Finland, Food & Beverage, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Technology
Tagged agriculture, Annikka Hurme, Business Finland, Business Finland and Valio Strengthen Collaboration to Transform Food Systems Through Technology and Sustainability, circular economy, digitalization, ecosystem, exports, Finland, Food 2.0, food industry, food system, Harri Kallioinen, INNOVATION, production, R&D investment, research program, supply chain, sustainability, technology, Valio, Valio Advances Food 2.0 Initiative with Expanded Funding and Growing Industry Ecosystem
(IN BRIEF) Electrolux Group and Veneta Cucine have unveiled a new collaborative kitchen design concept at EuroCucina 2026 in Milan, focusing on the intersection of color, wellbeing, and human-centered design. The partnership introduces four distinct color palettes that blend Scandinavian … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Business, Electronics & Machinery, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Italy, Management, Marketing, Media, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Amelia Chong, Chris Braam, color concepts, color psychology, consumer experience, Daniela Archiutti, Electrolux Expands Premium Design Strategy Through Collaborative Kitchen Concepts Focused on Emotional Living, Electrolux Group, Electrolux Partners with Veneta Cucine to Launch Innovative Kitchen Concepts at Milan Design Week, EuroCucina 2026, home appliances, INNOVATION, interior design, Italian craftsmanship, kitchen design, lifestyle design, Milan Design Week, neuroaesthetics, premium brands, Scandinavian design, Veneta Cucine, wellbeing
(IN BRIEF) Nokia has been recognized as the overall leader in network API platforms by ABI Research for the second consecutive year, achieving the highest scores in both innovation and implementation. Its Network as Code platform enables telecom providers to … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Awards, Business, Financial, Finland, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 5G standalone, ABI Research, API platform, Cloud Integration, digital transformation, edge computing, Google Cloud, implementation, INNOVATION, Larbi Belkhit, Network APIs, Network as Code, network monetization, Network Programmability, Nokia, Nokia Recognized as Leading Provider of Network API Platforms Driving 5G Monetization and Innovation, Nokia Secures Top Ranking in ABI Research Report for Network API Platforms and Programmable Connectivity, Shkumbin Hamiti, telecom industry, telecommunications
(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval is celebrating 100 years of operations in Oceania, marking a century since its establishment in Australia in 1926 and expansion into New Zealand in 1927. The milestone was commemorated with events in Sydney, bringing together employees, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Sweden, Technology
Tagged AI, Alexander Jaeschke, Alfa Laval, Alfa Laval Marks 100 Years in Oceania with Focus on Innovation Growth and Long Term Industry Partnerships, Alfa Laval Oceania, Australia, centenary celebration, craft brewing, customer partnerships, digital transformation, From 1926 to Today Alfa Laval Oceania Reflects on 100 Years of Growth and Sets Vision for the Future, industrial technology, INNOVATION, Julien Gennetier, Mining Sector, New Zealand, separation technology, service centres, Swedish embassy, Sydney, utilities, wastewater treatment
(IN BRIEF) OMV and XRG have finalized the creation of Borouge International, a new global polyolefins leader formed through the merger of Borouge Plc and Borealis and the acquisition of NOVA Chemicals. Headquartered in Austria with global operations, the company … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Austria, Business, Chemicals, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Technology
Tagged ADNOC, advanced materials, AI Infrastructure, Alfred Stern, Austria, Borealis, Borouge International, Borouge Plc, chemicals industry, Daniel Turnheim, EBITDA synergies, energy sector, feedstock advantage, Global Expansion, global manufacturing, Hasan Karam, INNOVATION, investment grade ratings, mobility, NOVA Chemicals, OMV, polyolefins, Roger Kearns, Shareholder Value, Stefan Doboczky, Sultan Al Jaber, Sustainable packaging, UAE, XRG
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund and Erste Bank Croatia have agreed to unlock up to €58 million in financing for Croatian SMEs by expanding EIF guarantees under the InvestEU Programme. The cooperation introduces mini-bonds as a new alternative financing … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Croatia, European Union, Financial, Investment, Luxembourg, Small Business
Tagged Alternative Financing, Business Growth, capital markets, Christoph Schoefboeck, CROATIA, economic development, EIB Group, EIF, Entrepreneurship, Erste & Steiermärkische Bank, Erste Bank Croatia, European Investment Fund, financial ecosystem, INNOVATION, InvestEU programme, job creation, liquidity, Marko Primorac, mini bonds, SME financing, SMEs, Zagreb
(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has introduced a new global tagline, “There’s a way,” as part of its ongoing brand development strategy. The updated messaging reflects a shift from focusing solely on fossil-free ambition to emphasizing action, collaboration, and a solutions-oriented mindset. … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Media, Sweden, Technology
Tagged brand development, brand strategy, Climate Action, climate solutions, Corporate Communication, energy transition, European energy company, fossil free electricity, fossil free energy, INNOVATION, Monica Holmvik Persdotter, renewable energy, sustainability, tagline, There’s a way, Vattenfall, Vattenfall Evolves Brand Strategy with There’s a Way Tagline Emphasizing Action and Climate Solutions, Vattenfall Launches New Brand Platform to Highlight Practical Pathways Toward a Fossil-Free Future, wind power
(IN BRIEF) Kering has announced the first group of 10 fellows selected for its Kering CRAFT program, a new international residency developed in partnership with Shanghai Fashion Week to support emerging Chinese designers. The initiative received over 100 applications and … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, France, Management, Marketing, Media, Retail
Tagged CAI Jinqing, Chinese designers, craftsmanship, creative industries, cultural exchange, Demna, emerging talent, fashion program, fashion residency, global fashion, Gucci, INNOVATION, jewelry design, Kering, Kering CRAFT, Kering Launches Global Residency Program to Support Emerging Chinese Designers Through Kering CRAFT Initiative, Kering Strengthens Commitment to Creative Talent Development with New Cross-Continental Residency for Fashion and Jewelry Designers, luxury fashion, Milan, Paris, Shanghai, Shanghai Fashion Week, sustainability
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