Tag Archives: Netherlands

Bolk Transport Adds Two New Mercedes-Benz Arocs 8×4 Trucks to Heavy-Duty Fleet

(IN BRIEF) Bolk Transport has added two new Mercedes-Benz Arocs 8×4 trucks to its fleet for heavy-duty transportation across Europe. Equipped with 630 horsepower and a fluid coupling, these trucks can handle loads up to 250 tons, replacing older models … Read the full press release

Adyen Partners with Doctolib to Revolutionize Financial Services for Medical Professionals

(IN BRIEF) Adyen has partnered with Doctolib to enhance financial services for medical professionals across Europe. Initially launched in France and Italy, the collaboration enables healthcare providers to streamline administrative tasks with integrated payment solutions and financial tools, allowing them … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Secures Major Grants for Biodiversity and Origins of Life Research, Engaging Communities and Interdisciplinary Teams

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Faculty of Science and Engineering has received two €6.7 million grants for research into biodiversity restoration in farming regions and the origins of life on Earth and beyond. Led by Professors Han Olff and … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Secures €6.75 Million Grant for Global Biodiversity Restoration Initiative Led by Professor Han Olff

(IN BRIEF) The University of Groningen’s Professor Han Olff leads CurveBend, a €6.75 million project funded by the NWO to develop strategies for biodiversity restoration in livestock-dominated regions. This transdisciplinary consortium will collaborate with local stakeholders in the Netherlands, Argentina, … Read the full press release

EIF and Invest-NL Back €68 Million 4impact Fund to Boost Sustainable Tech Startups in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Invest-NL have invested in Dutch venture capital firm 4impact capital’s second fund, which closed at €68 million. This fund will support around 25 early-stage digital companies across north-western Europe focused on societal … Read the full press release

BAE Systems to Equip Dutch and Belgian Navies with Advanced Bofors 40Mk4 Naval Guns in Joint Frigate Program

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has signed a contract with the Dutch Materiel and IT Command to provide eight Bofors 40Mk4 naval gun systems for the anti-submarine warfare frigate program, a joint initiative between the Netherlands and Belgium. These advanced naval … Read the full press release

Siemens Agrees to Sell Airport Logistics Business to Vanderlande for €300 Million

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG has reached an agreement to sell its Siemens Logistics division to Vanderlande, a company owned by Toyota Industries Corporation, for €300 million. This transaction is expected to close in 2025, pending regulatory approvals. Ralf P. Thomas, … Read the full press release

International Coalition Shuts Down Global Malware Network Targeting Millions

(IN BRIEF) An international operation coordinated by Eurojust successfully dismantled servers and communication channels of the RedLine and META malware, which had targeted millions of victims worldwide to steal personal data like usernames, passwords, and cryptocurrency information. Authorities from the … Read the full press release

Siemens Partners with Alliander to Boost Flexible Grid Management and Expand Renewable Energy Distribution in the Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has formed a strategic partnership with Dutch network company Alliander to improve flexible grid management and enhance energy distribution in the Netherlands. Using Siemens’ Gridscale X platform, Alliander aims to increase grid utilization by up to 30%, … Read the full press release

Power2X and Advario Launch Europe’s Largest e-SAF Hub in Port of Rotterdam to Support Aviation Decarbonization Goals

(IN BRIEF) Power2X and Advario have teamed up to create one of the world’s largest hubs for sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) in the Port of Rotterdam. The facility, with a production capacity of over 250,000 tonnes of e-SAF per year, … Read the full press release

Thales Secures Contract to Supply Advanced Power Systems for KNDS Leopard 2 A8 Tanks

(IN BRIEF) Thales has been awarded a contract by KNDS to supply High-Power Solid-State Power Distribution Boards (SSPDB) for the Leopard 2 A8 tanks. These SSPDBs will enhance the tanks’ power management capabilities, offering protection against overcurrent and short circuits, … Read the full press release

EIB and LUMICKS Partner to Accelerate Cancer Drug Discovery with €20 Million Investment in Advanced Immunotherapy Tools

(IN BRIEF) Amsterdam-based LUMICKS has secured €20 million in venture debt from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance its next-generation cell avidity platform, which aims to accelerate the development of immunotherapies for cancer treatment. Supported by the InvestEU initiative, … Read the full press release

Hydro and Vaan Unite to Pioneering Sustainable Solutions in Yachting

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has renewed its partnership with Dutch yacht builder Vaan Yachts BV to advance sustainability in the yachting industry. Building on five years of collaboration, the two companies have signed a letter of intent to develop sheet materials … Read the full press release

Vattenfall’s Symbizon Agri-PV Park Launches in the Netherlands, Pioneering the Integration of Solar Power and Farming

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has launched its first agri-PV park, Symbizon, in the Netherlands, which combines solar energy generation with agriculture. Though small at 0.7 MWp capacity, the project aims to optimize the coexistence of solar panels and farming, with solar … Read the full press release

International Consortium Invests €35 Million in Abolis Biotechnologies for Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) Abolis Biotechnologies has secured €35 million from a global consortium of investors, including Evonik Venture Capital, BOLD (L’Oréal’s fund), and the DeepTech & Climate Fonds. This investment will help the company expand its biomanufacturing capabilities and bring sustainable, … Read the full press release

Newly Renovated TU/e Sports Center Opens, Unveiling Largest Student Facility in the Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Eindhoven University of Technology has unveiled its expanded and renovated Student Sports Center, now the largest in the Netherlands. The center, which was opened by Olympic medalist Sander de Graaf, features a significant increase in space and new … Read the full press release

BP Completes Acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH to Enhance European Energy Presence

(IN BRIEF) BP has finalized the acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH, an energy supplier to commercial and industrial customers in Germany. This acquisition, announced in January 2024, enhances BP’s European gas and power operations and expands its reach to Germany, … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce to Deliver Major Battery Storage System for Dutch Energy Project

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce Power Systems has been awarded a contract by Battery Park Zeewolde (BPZ) to supply a large-scale battery storage system in Zeewolde, Netherlands. The system, featuring a capacity of 32.6 MW and 65.2 MWh, will support energy trading … Read the full press release

EIB Funds €1.2 Billion for Denmark’s Largest Wind Farm to Power Over a Million Homes

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing a €1.2 billion loan to support the construction of the Thor wind farm in the Danish North Sea, developed by RWE. The 1.1 GW wind farm, consisting of 72 turbines, will … Read the full press release

Natixis CIB Expands M&A Advisory Network with Strategic Investments in Tandem Capital Advisors and Emendo Capital

(IN BRIEF) Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) has expanded its M&A advisory network by making strategic investments in two European boutiques, Tandem Capital Advisors in Belgium and Emendo Capital in the Netherlands. This move aims to strengthen Natixis … Read the full press release