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UniCredit Wins Global Bank of the Year 2024 and EMEA Loan House of the Year

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit has been named Global Bank of the Year 2024 and EMEA Loan House of the Year by IFR, marking a significant achievement in the bank’s ongoing transformation. The recognition highlights UniCredit’s leadership in banking and its successful … Read the full press release

AFRY Achieves Eighth Consecutive Bronze Award in Energy, Utilities & Environment Category

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has once again been awarded the Bronze recognition in the Energy, Utilities & Environment category by the Financial Times and Statista, marking its eighth consecutive year on the list. The ranking is based on extensive surveys of … Read the full press release

Ericsson Appoints Charlotte Levert as New Chief People Officer, Succeeding MajBritt Arfert

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has appointed Charlotte Levert as its new Chief People Officer, Senior Vice President, and Head of Group Function People, effective February 10, 2025. Levert, who currently heads People for the Business Area Cloud and Software Services, will … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech Ranked Global Leader in Managed IoT Connectivity by Kaleido Intelligence

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech has been ranked as the global leader in managed IoT connectivity by Kaleido Intelligence in its “Connectivity Vendor Hub: Competitive Analysis 2025.” The company’s Kite platform, praised for its scalability, flexibility, and advanced features in cybersecurity … Read the full press release

SCHOTT Pharma’s AGM Sees Strong Shareholder Support and Announces Continued Growth Plans

(IN BRIEF) SCHOTT Pharma’s AGM on February 4, 2025, revealed strong fiscal results for FY 2024, including exceeding revenue targets and a promotion to the MDAX. Shareholders approved all agenda items, including the appointment of Dr. Wolfram Carius to the … Read the full press release

SEB Leads Nordic Banks in Sustainable Financing, Strengthening Its Position Across the Region

(IN BRIEF) SEB has maintained its position as the leading advisor and research provider in sustainable financing across the Nordic region, according to the latest Prospera customer survey by Kantar Sifo. The bank achieved the highest score, outperforming its competitors, … Read the full press release

Sandoz Announces Leadership Transition as Francisco Ballester Retires, Peter Stenico to Lead Region International

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz has announced the retirement of Francisco Ballester, President of Region International, after 34 years of service, effective March 1, 2025. Francisco has been instrumental in expanding business growth and patient access in markets outside North America and … Read the full press release

Stellantis Announces Leadership Changes and Organizational Restructuring to Boost Agility and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis is restructuring its organization to improve decision-making speed and execution while enhancing its commitment to customer feedback and growth. The changes include increased autonomy for regional teams in product planning, development, and operations, while maintaining alignment with … Read the full press release

Krka Ranks in Top 10% of Pharmaceutical Industry in 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment

(IN BRIEF) Krka achieved a score of 56 out of 100 in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, ranking the company among the top 10% of pharmaceutical firms. This marks an improvement over the previous year’s performance and highlights … Read the full press release

EIB Global Appoints Miha Švent as New Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina to Strengthen Sustainable Development and EU Integration

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global has appointed Miha Švent as its new representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, focusing on sustainable development, climate action, and energy security. The bank has already invested over €3.5 billion in strategic projects, strengthening BiH’s EU integration … Read the full press release

ESET HOME Security Essential Named AV-Comparatives’ Product of the Year for 2024 for Outstanding Cybersecurity Performance

(IN BRIEF) ESET HOME Security Essential for Windows has been named AV-Comparatives’ Product of the Year for 2024, earning the highest ratings across all tests, including the Advanced+ Award in seven key areas. The product stood out for its robust … Read the full press release

Women in Transport Network Launches to Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women in the Transport Sector

(IN BRIEF) The Women in Transport (WiT) Network has been launched to support women in the transport industry, aiming to promote gender equality and enhance economic, social, and environmental outcomes. The initiative stems from a report by the World Bank … Read the full press release

Knorr-Bremse CEO Marc Llistosella’s Contract Extended for Five More Years in Recognition of Strategic Success

(IN BRIEF) Knorr-Bremse AG has announced that Marc Llistosella’s contract as CEO will be renewed for five additional years, extending his tenure until December 2030. This early renewal follows Llistosella’s successful leadership and the progress made under the BOOST 2026 … Read the full press release

Björn Ambos Appointed New Dean of the University of St. Gallen’s School of Management, Succeeding Reinhard Jung

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen has announced that Professor Björn Ambos will become the new Dean of the School of Management, starting February 1, 2025, succeeding Professor Reinhard Jung. Ambos, an expert in strategic management, brings significant academic … Read the full press release

Ørsted Appoints Rasmus Errboe as CEO to Lead Through Renewable Energy Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Ørsted has announced Rasmus Errboe as its new Group President and CEO, effective February 1, 2025, following Mads Nipper’s decision to step down. The leadership change comes as Ørsted faces a rapidly evolving renewable energy market, particularly in … Read the full press release

Julia Peyre Drives AI Strategy and Innovation at Schneider Electric, Boosting Diversity and Sustainability in AI

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has featured Julia Peyre, the new Head of AI Strategy and Innovation, on the AI at Scale podcast, where she discusses her role in driving AI innovation and strategy. With a decade of experience in data … Read the full press release

IAMISIGO Honored with 2025 Zalando Visionary Award for Pioneering African Craftsmanship and Sustainable Fashion Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has announced IAMISIGO as the winner of the 2025 Zalando Visionary Award, recognizing the Nigerian brand for its innovative blend of African artisanal craftsmanship and modern textile design. Founded by Bubu Ogisi, IAMISIGO will showcase its collection … Read the full press release

EBRD Appoints Fatoumata Bouaré as Vice President and Chief Risk Officer to Lead Risk Strategy and Expansion

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has appointed Fatoumata Bouaré as Vice President and Chief Risk Officer, effective May 1, 2025. Ms. Bouaré, with extensive experience in both development and commercial banking, will oversee multiple departments and serve as a member of … Read the full press release

Telia Appoints Bjørn Ivar Moen as New Head of Telia Norway to Lead Next Phase of Growth

(IN BRIEF) Telia Company has appointed Bjørn Ivar Moen as Senior Vice President and Head of Telia Norway, effective January 2026. Moen, with 25 years of experience in telecommunications, including his recent tenure as CEO of Telenor Sweden, will join … 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