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Arkema Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification for Bio-Attributed Resins in Malaysia, Advancing Sustainability in Specialty Materials

(IN BRIEF) Arkema has achieved ISCC PLUS certification for its acrylic and liquid polyester resins production facility in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, expanding its portfolio of bio-attributed materials. This certification is part of Arkema’s global Mass Balance initiative, aimed at offering … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Honors Female Olympic Athletes with New Additions to the Olympic Wall

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Olympic Wall at the ACLO Sports Centre has expanded with the addition of portraits of three female athletes: Yara ten Holte (handball), Ruth Vorsselman (canoeing), and Ilse Kolkman (rowing), all of whom competed in … 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

ANDRITZ AG Nominates Barbara Steger for Supervisory Board and Proposes Re-election of Wolfgang Bernhard

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ AG announces the nomination of Barbara Steger to its Supervisory Board, following Alexander Isola’s planned departure. The company also proposes the re-election of Wolfgang Bernhard to continue his valuable contributions. (PRESS RELEASE) GRAZ, 26-Feb-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — The … Read the full press release

Societe Generale Appoints Lubomira Rochet as Executive Vice President of Retail Banking, Private Banking, and Chief Operating Office

(IN BRIEF) Lubomira Rochet has been appointed Executive Vice President of Societe Generale, overseeing Retail Banking, Private Banking, Insurance, and the Chief Operating Office. She will bring her extensive expertise in digital transformation and business leadership to drive growth and … Read the full press release

Barclays UK Appoints Jatin Patel to Lead Mortgages, Savings, and Insurance Business

(IN BRIEF) Barclays UK has appointed Jatin Patel to lead its mortgages, savings, and insurance division. Jatin brings over 20 years of experience in retail financial services, having held leadership positions at organizations like TSB Bank and Lloyds. He succeeds … Read the full press release

University of East Anglia Recognizes Outstanding Contributions in Nursing with National Shortlistings

(IN BRIEF) A nursing student and two lecturers from the University of East Anglia (UEA) have been recognized in the prestigious Student Nursing Times Awards for their exceptional work in improving care for children, young people, and families. These individuals … Read the full press release

FCA Announces Winners of Research Competition to Explore Regulation’s Role in Economic Growth

(IN BRIEF) The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has revealed the six winners of its research competition, awarding up to £30,000 in funding to each project. These studies aim to deepen the understanding of how regulation can foster economic growth, with … Read the full press release

Euronext Lisbon Awards Recognize Key Contributions to Portugal’s Capital Markets

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has announced the winners of the 14th edition of the Euronext Lisbon Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements of issuers, financial intermediaries, institutions, and individuals in Portugal’s capital markets. The ceremony, held in Lisbon, showcased the country’s financial … Read the full press release

Saint-Gobain Appoints Maud Thuaudet as Chief Financial Officer and Promotes Sreedhar N. to CEO of Asia-Pacific Region

(IN BRIEF) Maud Thuaudet has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Saint-Gobain Group, effective April 1, 2025. Thuaudet, who has been with Saint-Gobain since 2019, previously served as Vice President of Strategy and General Manager of the Saint-Gobain Glass … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Earns Outstanding Rating for Apprenticeship End Point Assessments

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has earned an Outstanding rating from the Office for Students for its excellence in End Point Assessments for degree apprenticeships, particularly in the Advanced Clinical Practitioner program. This recognition underscores Warwick’s commitment to high-quality … Read the full press release

METRO AG Marks Strategic Milestone with New Leadership and Continued Growth Following sCore Strategy Implementation

(IN BRIEF) At METRO AG’s virtual Annual General Meeting, CEO Dr. Steffen Greubel provided an update on the company’s progress following the implementation of the sCore strategy, noting continued growth despite market challenges. Shareholders approved the actions of the Management … Read the full press release

Veolia Earns Prestigious ESG Recognition with Top Scores from CDP, S&P Global, and DJSI

(IN BRIEF) Veolia has achieved significant milestones in its ESG efforts, receiving leadership-level distinctions from CDP and a Top 5% ranking in S&P Global’s 2025 Sustainability Yearbook. These accolades highlight the company’s commitment to sustainability, climate action, and water preservation, … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Celebrates Record Success with Key Awards in APAC Debt Financing and Sustainable Finance

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank has received significant recognition in the Asia Pacific region, including being named Asia’s High-Yield Bond House of the Year by IFR. The bank’s commitment to innovation and sustainable finance solutions was further demonstrated through 14 wins … Read the full press release

SGS Achieves Prestigious 5-Star Rating from BRCGS for Excellence in Food Safety and Quality

(IN BRIEF) SGS has received the prestigious 5-star rating from BRCGS, affirming its commitment to food safety, product quality, and operational excellence. This recognition highlights SGS’s leadership in providing reliable food safety solutions across nearly 100 countries, further solidifying its … 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

Tetra Pak Reaffirms Leadership in Climate Action with Prestigious ‘A List’ Recognition from CDP

(IN BRIEF) Tetra Pak has been recognized once again for its leadership in climate action, earning a spot on the CDP ‘A List’ for the fourth time in five years. This recognition reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to transparency, emissions … Read the full press release

Professor Theunis Piersma of University of Groningen Honored as Knight in Mauritania

(IN BRIEF) Professor Theunis Piersma of the University of Groningen has been named a Knight in the National Order of Mauritania in recognition of his decades-long dedication to nature conservation in the Bay of Arguin. Piersma, whose work has strengthened … Read the full press release

EIB Partners with One World Media to Support Women’s Solutions Reporting Award

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and One World Media (OWM) continue their partnership for the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, recognizing media coverage that highlights the role of women in addressing global challenges. This award, part of the 2025 … Read the full press release

Barclays Appoints Vijay Shankar U.S. and Amaar Khan to Strengthen Corporate Bank in APAC & ME

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has appointed Vijay Shankar U.S. as Managing Director, Head of Global Transaction Banking, and Amaar Khan as Managing Director, CIO & Head of Corporate Banking Technology for its APAC and ME operations. Both will be based in … Read the full press release