Tag Archives: London

SABIO GROUP TAKES IT’S ‘DISRUPT’ CX PROGRAMME ACROSS EUROPE

(IN BRIEF) Sabio Group announced that its highly regarded “Disrupt” digital customer experience transformation programme is expanding across Europe in 2025, now reaching three major cities: Madrid, London, and Paris. This expansion comes as the CX industry faces rapid AI … Read the full press release

Barclays Bolsters EMEA Healthcare Leadership with Appointment of Industry Veteran Kieran Whitty

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has named Kieran Whitty as the new Co-Head of Healthcare EMEA, where he will work alongside Sid Chhibbar to boost the bank’s healthcare advisory services across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. With 18 years of experience … Read the full press release

University of Bristol-Led Study Warns Global Megacities Face Escalating Flood and Drought Risks Amid Climate Extremes

(IN BRIEF) A new study led by WaterAid, in collaboration with researchers from the University of Bristol and Cardiff University, reveals that the world’s 100 most populous cities are increasingly vulnerable to both flooding and drought due to climate change. … Read the full press release

London Researchers Unveil SYLVER Algorithm to Target Cancer’s Hidden Vulnerabilities

(IN BRIEF) Scientists at the Institute of Cancer Research in London have developed an innovative algorithm named SYLVER, which analyzes data from over 9,300 patients to identify synthetic lethal gene pairs that cancer cells depend on for survival. Unlike previous … Read the full press release

TfL Launches New Apprenticeship Roles for 2025, Fostering Career Growth and Diversity in London’s Transport Sector

(IN BRIEF) As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2025, Transport for London (TfL) is launching a range of apprenticeship opportunities to help Londoners develop long-term careers in various sectors, including engineering, technology, data, and sustainability. Starting in September 2025, TfL … Read the full press release

Skanska to Lead Sustainable South Molton Development in London’s Mayfair with New Office and Retail Hub

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has been awarded a GBP 197 million contract by a joint venture of Grosvenor and Mitsui Fudosan UK to construct two new office buildings as part of the South Molton redevelopment in Mayfair, London. The project includes … Read the full press release

PATRIZIA Partners with Far East Organization for Strategic Repositioning of Iconic Pinners Hall in London

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA has partnered with Singapore’s Far East Organization to spearhead the repositioning of Pinners Hall, a landmark office building in London, into a premier office space. This initiative aligns with PATRIZIA’s “future of the office” strategy and will … Read the full press release

Zalando Expands AI Fashion Assistant and Adds Trend Spotter to Four More Cities Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has expanded its AI-powered fashion assistant across all 25 of its markets, now offering personalized fashion recommendations in local languages. This assistant, which integrates Zalando’s own models with OpenAI’s large language models, tailors advice based on factors … Read the full press release

Sener Hosts EDI TalkS in London, Focusing on Generational and Cultural Diversity to Boost Team Performance

(IN BRIEF) Sener held an EDI TalkS session in London on September 9, 2024, focusing on the value of generational and cultural diversity within teams. Led by Moisés Jimenez and Ana Úsar, the session emphasized the importance of cognitive diversity, … Read the full press release

Euronext Acquires Substantive Research to Enhance Market Data and Research Benchmarking Services

(IN BRIEF) Euronext has acquired Substantive Research, a leading provider of market data and investment research benchmarking services, to strengthen its investor services. Substantive Research, serving over 100 global clients, will be integrated with Euronext’s subsidiary Commcise, offering enhanced market … Read the full press release

London’s Public Transport Network Cracks Down on Violence Against Staff: A New Campaign Sets the Tone

(IN BRIEF) Transport for London (TfL) has launched a new campaign to combat violence and aggression against its staff on the public transport network. The campaign highlights the serious consequences for offenders, including recent cases where individuals received significant prison … Read the full press release

Savills Workforces Index 2024: Tokyo, New York, and Seoul Lead Global Talent Clusters

(IN BRIEF) Savills’ latest Workforces Index has unveiled Tokyo, New York, and Seoul as the leading hubs for top talent worldwide. The 2024 Impacts program by the renowned real estate advisor analyzed various factors, including workforce size, migration patterns, gender … Read the full press release

Patients as Partners® Europe Announces the Launch of 8th Annual Meeting with 2024 Keynotes and Topics

(IN BRIEF) The Conference Forum announced the launch of the 8th annual Patients as Partners® Europe meeting, scheduled for May 14-15, 2024, at Plaisterers’ Hall in London, England. This event brings together pharma R&D and patient advocacy to discuss patient … Read the full press release

San Francisco Retains Top Spot in Schroders’ Global Cities Index, London Climbs to Second Place

(IN BRIEF) San Francisco maintains its leading position in Schroders’ Global Cities Index for the second consecutive year, driven by the resilience of its tech sector despite social challenges. London ascends to second place, surpassing its 2023 ranking, despite slower … Read the full press release

Savills Bolsters Central London Dilapidations Team with Key Appointments

(IN BRIEF) Savills has reinforced its central London dilapidations and lease management team with the addition of Adam Nash as Director and Ollie Hill as Associate. With nearly 20 years of experience, Adam brings a wealth of expertise in dilapidations, … Read the full press release

Skanska Affirms Financial Targets at Capital Markets Day in London

(IN BRIEF) Skanska, a construction and development company, reaffirmed its existing financial targets during its Capital Markets Day in London. The Group President and CEO, Anders Danielsson, provided an update on the business strategy and commercial direction moving forward. Skanska … Read the full press release

QIAGEN to Host Global TB Summit 2023: Advancing Tuberculosis Awareness and Action

(IN BRIEF) QIAGEN is organizing the Global TB Clinical and Educational Summit 2023, running from October 17-19, with the theme “Tackling TB together: From awareness to action.” This summit highlights QIAGEN’s dedication to combat tuberculosis (TB) and address the gap … Read the full press release

Skanska Secures £158 Million Contract with Telehouse for London Data Centre Project

(IN BRIEF) Skanska, a construction and development company, has announced a GBP 158 million contract with Telehouse for a data center project in Docklands, London, UK. The project encompasses mechanical and electrical fit-outs for two floors, additional plant and infrastructure … Read the full press release

EQT Strengthens Healthcare Team with Key Partner Appointments in London

(IN BRIEF) EQT, a prominent investment firm, welcomes Maarten de Jong and Mark Braganza as new Partners to its Healthcare team, based in London. EQT, with a 30-year history of investing in healthcare companies, supports companies across various growth stages … Read the full press release

New UCL Exhibition Celebrates 200 Years of Student Life in London

(IN BRIEF) UCL has unveiled a captivating new exhibition titled ‘Generation UCL: 200 Years of Student Life in London,’ which invites visitors to explore the institution’s rich history through the lens of its students. The exhibition highlights the pivotal role … Read the full press release