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Amey and IEMA Collaborate to Train Senior Leaders in Sustainability Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Amey, in collaboration with IEMA, has trained over 180 senior leaders in its Rail and Highways divisions through the “Leading with Environmental Sustainability” course. The program equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to champion sustainability, supporting … Read the full press release

European Small and Mid-Cap Awards Honor Outstanding SMEs in Budapest

(IN BRIEF) The 12th European Small and Mid-Cap Awards, held during the SME Assembly in Budapest, celebrated exceptional SMEs that accessed capital markets through IPOs over the past two years. Organized by FESE, EuropeanIssuers, and the European Commission, the awards … Read the full press release

Continental and trinamiX Earn CES Innovation Award for Advanced Driver Monitoring Display

(IN BRIEF) Continental, in partnership with trinamiX, has won a CES Innovation Award for its Invisible Biometrics Sensing Display, which integrates advanced driver and passenger monitoring technologies invisibly behind an OLED screen. The display features 3D distance mapping for optimized … Read the full press release

Schroders Expands Media Relations Team After Award-Winning Year

(IN BRIEF) Schroders has strengthened its Media Relations Team with the appointments of Charlotte Banks and Jessye Brandon. Charlotte, an award-winning PR specialist and former journalist, will lead public markets PR, while Jessye, with extensive private markets expertise, will support … Read the full press release

Sandvik Achieves #5 Spot in Europe 500 Web Ranking and Tops Industry Category for Third Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Sandvik has ranked #5 in Comprend’s 2024 Europe 500 web ranking, which evaluates the online presence of Europe’s largest companies by market capitalization, and retained its top position in the “Industrial Goods and Services” category for the third … Read the full press release

Kjell Gruner Appointed CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Set to Begin December 12, 2024

(IN BRIEF) Kjell Gruner has been named President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America and CEO of the Volkswagen Brand North America, effective December 12, 2024. He replaces Pablo Di Si, who stepped down, with interim leadership by Gerrit … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Researchers Recognized Among World’s Most Influential in 2024 Rankings

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has achieved significant recognition with 15 of its academics, and four affiliated researchers, included in Clarivate Analytics’ Highly Cited Researchers 2024 report. The rankings highlight individuals whose research, spanning the past decade, has had … Read the full press release

Enea AB Announces Teemu Salmi as Incoming CEO to Lead Next Growth Phase

(IN BRIEF) Enea AB has named Teemu Salmi as its new President and CEO, effective April 1, 2025. Salmi, currently CEO of Nixu Corporation, brings extensive experience in telecom and cybersecurity, with a history of leadership roles at Ericsson and … Read the full press release

TUM Ranked Among World’s Top Universities for Graduate Employability and Digital Expertise

(IN BRIEF) The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is highly regarded by global employers, ranking 13th in the latest Global University Employability Ranking and 4th in Europe. This distinction highlights TUM graduates’ qualifications and the university’s focus on interdisciplinary and … Read the full press release

Warwick Volunteers Receives Prestigious King’s Award for Outstanding Community Impact

(IN BRIEF) Warwick Volunteers, a student organization at the University of Warwick, has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the UK’s top honor for volunteer groups. With 926 students dedicating over 13,200 hours to projects in areas such … Read the full press release

Erste Group Honored as Leading Private Bank in Central and Eastern Europe with Multiple Industry Awards

(IN BRIEF) Erste Group’s Private Banking division has been awarded the title of “Best Private Bank in Central and Eastern Europe” by both PWM/The Banker and Global Finance, marking a significant achievement in the CEE region. Erste received a total … Read the full press release

Stellantis Appoints Davide Grasso as Chief Heritage Officer to Strengthen Brand Legacy

(IN BRIEF) Stellantis has appointed Davide Grasso as Chief Heritage Officer, a new role dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Stellantis’ 14 brands. Grasso will work to connect the brands’ rich legacies with future business opportunities and customer … Read the full press release

Michelle Shi-Verdaasdonk Appointed Chief Procurement Officer at Electrolux Group

(IN BRIEF) Michelle Shi-Verdaasdonk is set to return to Electrolux Group as Chief Procurement Officer, bringing a wealth of experience from her time at Dyson and Signify. In her new role, she will help steer Electrolux’s procurement strategy and supply … Read the full press release

Telia Recognized for Excellence in Children’s Rights by Global Child Forum

(IN BRIEF) Telia has been recognized in the Global Child Forum’s 2024 report for its outstanding contributions to children’s rights. Ranked the top Swedish company and third in the Nordic region, Telia’s efforts include initiatives focused on cybersecurity awareness, child … Read the full press release

SGS Named Innovator in Verdantix Green Quadrant for Leading ESG and Sustainability Services

(IN BRIEF) SGS has been recognized as an Innovator in Verdantix’s Green Quadrant report for ESG and Sustainability Assurance Services. This endorsement, aligned with the launch of SGS’s IMPACT NOW for sustainability suite, reinforces the company’s commitment to driving sustainability … Read the full press release

Continental Tops European Tire Tests with Leading Performance in Winter and All-Season Categories

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s tires have excelled in European tire tests, winning 15 first-place rankings across various publications and automobile clubs. Their WinterContact series, including the TS 870 for small and midsize cars and the TS 870 P for more powerful … Read the full press release

Michael Schmid Elected as New President of Eurojust, Set to Lead Agency into Digital Age

(IN BRIEF) Michael Schmid has been elected as the new President of Eurojust, taking office on 15 November 2024 for a four-year term. Schmid, Austria’s National Member at Eurojust since 2022, will succeed Ladislav Hamran. Schmid aims to strengthen Eurojust’s … Read the full press release

Jean-Jacques Henchoz to Step Down from Talanx AG, Clemens Jungsthöfel to Succeed as Head of Reinsurance

(IN BRIEF) Jean-Jacques Henchoz, a member of Talanx AG’s Board of Management and head of the Reinsurance division, will step down on 31 March 2025 after choosing not to extend his contract. Clemens Jungsthöfel, the current Chief Financial Officer and … Read the full press release

Sandvik Innovation Prize 2024 Awarded for Groundbreaking CT67/CT55 Thread Technology

(IN BRIEF) The Sandvik Innovation Prize for 2024 has been awarded to a team from Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions for their innovative work on the CT67/CT55 thread concept. The team, led by Anders Nordberg, Tomas Jansson, Andreas Norman, and … Read the full press release

DWS Group Streamlines Investment Leadership, Appointing Vincenzo Vedda as Global CIO to Enhance Client-Focused Strategy

(IN BRIEF) DWS Group has restructured its investment leadership by consolidating its Portfolio Management, Chief Investment Office, and Economic Research units under Vincenzo Vedda, who will also take on the role of Global Chief Investment Officer (CIO). This strategic shift … Read the full press release