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Ericsson and Indian Statistical Institute Forge Alliance to Advance Research in Cyber-Physical Systems

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) to establish a collaborative research center for Cyber-Physical Systems (C-CPS). Under the C-CPS umbrella, Ericsson Research will collaborate with ISI on various research … Read the full press release

Warwick-Aston Engineering Biology Project Receives £1.8m Grant for Membrane Protein Research

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick and Aston University have secured a £1.8 million grant to advance research in engineering microbial cell factories for the production of membrane proteins, crucial molecules in drug discovery and sustainable manufacturing. Funded by the … Read the full press release

Swiss Banks Boost Financing to Egypt’s Textile Modernization Program to EUR 375 Million

(IN BRIEF) Credit Suisse AG, UBS Switzerland AG, and other Swiss banks have collectively increased their financing commitment to the Cotton, Spinning, Weaving & Garment Holding Co in Cairo, Egypt, to EUR 375 million as part of the country’s textile … Read the full press release

PARC, Foster + Partners, Kvadrat Acoustics, and Lindner Group Forge Strategic Alliance to Redefine Architectural Ceilings Market

(IN BRIEF) PARC, in collaboration with Foster + Partners, Kvadrat Acoustics, and Lindner Group, is embarking on a transformative initiative aimed at reshaping the architectural ceilings market with innovative design standards and sustainable practices. The strategic alliance leverages the Lindner … Read the full press release

Evonik and Uniper Launch TORTE Project to Harness Industrial Waste Heat for District Heating

(IN BRIEF) Evonik and Uniper have initiated the Technical Options for Thermal Energy Recovery (TORTE) project in Gelsenkirchen as part of Evonik’s broader sustainability initiative, the ‘Herne Green Deal’, aimed at transforming the Herne chemical site. The TORTE project will … Read the full press release

Maersk Elevates Shanghai as Global Gateway for Less-than-Container-Load Shipments

(IN BRIEF) Maersk, a global leader in shipping and logistics, has designated Shanghai as its new global gateway for Less-than-Container-Load (LCL) shipments, marking a significant shift in the industry’s logistics landscape. Leveraging relaxed local restrictions, Shanghai now serves as a … Read the full press release

Realty Income Announces Sale-Leaseback Deal with Decathlon for 82 Retail Properties Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The Monthly Dividend Company, Realty Income, has finalized a sale-leaseback agreement involving 82 retail properties leased to Decathlon SE, a renowned global sports retailer. The portfolio spans across key European markets such as Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and … Read the full press release

German Navy Extends Contract with ARGE F125 for Frigate Support, Ensuring Operational Readiness

(IN BRIEF) The Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) has prolonged the contract with ARGE F125 for technical-logistical support (TLB) of the F125 frigate class, encompassing four ships and a testing/training center in Wilhelmshaven, until … Read the full press release

Barclays Intensifies Climate Commitment with New Climate Change Statement and Transition Finance Framework

(IN BRIEF) Barclays reinforces its dedication to addressing climate change by releasing a revised Climate Change Statement and unveiling a Transition Finance Framework. The updated statement outlines stringent measures, including restrictions on financing for certain energy projects and requirements for … Read the full press release

Vodafone’s Drone Project Delivers Medicine and More to Remote Villages

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone’s innovative drone project in collaboration with partners like Wingcopter and Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences has expanded to include medicine delivery in addition to groceries to residents of remote villages around Michelstadt, Germany. Through the ‘LieferMichel’ platform, … Read the full press release

EIB Group and Deutsche Leasing Romania Forge €335 Million Agreement to Boost Small Business Financing and Climate Action

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group) collaborates with Deutsche Leasing Romania IFN SA (DLRO) to finalize a synthetic securitization transaction worth €335 million, aimed at mitigating credit risk and enhancing lending capacity for DLRO, which in turn … Read the full press release

EIB Global’s €1.2 Billion Injection Energizes Western Balkans’ Future

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, the financing arm of the European Investment Bank outside the EU, set a milestone by investing €1.2 billion in the Western Balkans in 2023, aiming to catalyze over €6 billion in new investments. The funds are … Read the full press release

Vonage and Verizon Forge Alliance to Drive Network API Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Vonage, under Ericsson ownership, and Verizon, a leading US communications service provider, have announced a collaboration aimed at integrating Verizon’s network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) into the Vonage platform. This memorandum of understanding (MoU) signifies their joint effort … Read the full press release

ClimateView and AFRY Join Forces to Drive Global Climate Action in Cities

(IN BRIEF) Swedish technology firm ClimateView and global engineering company AFRY have partnered to assist cities, municipalities, and regions in accelerating their path to carbon neutrality. Recognizing cities as pivotal players in combating climate change due to their significant carbon … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Launches “Masters of the Sea” Initiative to Address Shipbuilding Labor Shortage

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri has introduced the “Masters of the Sea” project, a collaboration with the ELIS consortium, aimed at alleviating the shortage of skilled labor in the shipbuilding industry. This initiative, unveiled in Rome, entails a paid training program leading … Read the full press release

CUPRA Simplifies Electric Vehicle Charging with In-Car App and Charging Map

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA introduces an innovative in-car system, the CUPRA Charging Map, to streamline the charging experience for CUPRA Born drivers across Europe. Integrated into the vehicle’s infotainment display, the app provides real-time data on 620,000 charging points in 27 … Read the full press release

RWE and PPC Partner to Propel Greek Energy Transition with Massive Solar Projects

(IN BRIEF) RWE and PPC, in collaboration through their joint venture company Meton Energy S.A., are accelerating Greece’s energy transition by investing in solar projects with a collective capacity of nearly 1 gigawatt. The final investment decision has been made … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech UK&I Partners with CrowdStrike to Enhance Managed Detection and Response Service

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech UK&I has entered into a strategic partnership with CrowdStrike to bolster its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service, combining CrowdStrike’s advanced AI-native technology with Telefónica Tech’s security expertise. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive cybersecurity protection … Read the full press release

DHL Trials Hydrogen-Powered Trucks for Sustainable Freight Transport in Germany

(IN BRIEF) DHL Freight, in collaboration with Post & Parcel Germany, has initiated a one-year pilot project deploying hydrogen-powered trucks manufactured by Paul Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH at its Cologne location. These trucks, based on the Mercedes-Benz Atego, mark DHL’s commitment to … Read the full press release

Generali Partners with TCC to Establish Generali Convention Center Trieste

(IN BRIEF) Generali and TCC-Trieste Convention Center have announced a three-year agreement naming the largest multifunctional convention center in northeastern Italy as the Generali Convention Center Trieste. This partnership reflects Generali’s commitment to fostering Trieste’s growth potential by supporting the … Read the full press release