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Global Disability Summit 2025: KfW Champions Inclusive Development and Education Reforms

(IN BRIEF) The Global Disability Summit 2025 in Berlin, held on April 2 and 3, united international leaders, NGOs, and private sector representatives to focus on the inclusion of people with disabilities. Co-organised by Germany, the Kingdom of Jordan, and … Read the full press release

Energiekontor Founders Secure Future Holdings With New Foundations

(IN BRIEF) Energiekontor AG’s founders, Dr Bodo Wilkens and Günter Lammers, have launched their own foundations to secure the long-term continuity of their shareholdings in the company. The Wilkens Family Foundation in Darmstadt focuses on responsibly managing the family’s wealth … Read the full press release

Indosuez Wealth Management Expands Swiss Presence With Acquisition of Banque Thaler

(IN BRIEF) Indosuez Wealth Management, part of the Crédit Agricole Group, has agreed to acquire Banque Thaler, a Swiss bank celebrated for its service excellence and wealth management expertise. This acquisition reinforces Indosuez’s strategy to expand its footprint in Switzerland—a … Read the full press release

PNE Group Accelerates Renewable Expansion With Permits for 185 MW of Wind and Solar Projects

(IN BRIEF) The PNE Group has obtained permits for two onshore wind farms in Hesse and a ground-mounted photovoltaic power plant in Brandenburg, collectively delivering around 185 MW of renewable energy. The Herzhausen wind farm will host six turbines (5.5 … Read the full press release

BBVA and Técnicas Reunidas Forge Alliance to Accelerate Decarbonization and Energy Transition Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) BBVA and Técnicas Reunidas have signed an MoU to foster collaboration in advancing decarbonization and energy transition initiatives. The agreement focuses on enhancing the business of Track, Técnicas Reunidas’ new division specializing in low-carbon technology projects, particularly in … Read the full press release

DSTA-Thales AI Innovation Lab: Pioneering Next-Generation Defences Against Drone Threats

(IN BRIEF) DSTA and Thales have established a new joint laboratory to create AI-enabled technologies designed to enhance the combat systems of the Singapore Armed Forces. Building on a 2022 Memorandum of Understanding, the collaboration is initially focused on countering … Read the full press release

AFRY Drives Future Mobility: Awarded Major Contract for Breganzona Tunnel and Urban Transit Upgrade

(IN BRIEF) AFRY, as a key member of the Tram Ticino consortium, has been awarded a contract by Rete Tram-Treno del Luganese SA to plan the Breganzona tunnel. This development is a crucial element in modernizing Lugano’s public transport network, … Read the full press release

Holcim Expands Latin American Reach with Acquisition of Compañía Minera Luren

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has acquired Compañía Minera Luren, a leading Peruvian producer of specialty building materials with 377 employees, to enhance its product portfolio and accelerate expansion in Latin America. Known for its energy-efficient walling systems that combine advanced insulation … Read the full press release

European Travel Industry Unites to Bring Summer Camp Joy to Ukrainian Children

(IN BRIEF) A new fundraising campaign has been launched through a partnership between the European travel industry and the New Hope Travel Industry Children’s Fund to organize summer camps for Ukrainian children affected by the conflict. Inspired by a successful … Read the full press release

EIB Fuels Swedish Food Security: €50M Loan Boosts Lantmännen’s Innovative Pea Protein Factory

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank has provided Lantmännen with a €50 million loan to co-finance the construction of a new pea protein isolate factory in Lidköping, Sweden. This investment, covering about half the project cost, will enable the factory—set … Read the full press release

Logicor and Kryalos SGR Transform Pomezia: New 20,000 sqm BREEAM-Certified Logistics Hub Set to Boost Regional Economy

(IN BRIEF) Logicor and Kryalos SGR have acquired over 54,000 square meters in Pomezia for an urban regeneration project that includes building a 20,000 square meter logistics warehouse. The project, managed by Logicor, involves demolishing a disused structure and constructing … Read the full press release

Skanska and Stockholm Exergi Join Forces to Build Pioneering Carbon Capture Facility in Stockholm

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has signed a SEK 990 million contract with Stockholm Exergi to undertake Phase 2 of the Beccs Stockholm facility project, which includes building the foundations and constructing a quay. The facility, situated in Energihamnen in Värtan near … Read the full press release

Joint Venture Launch: Solease and Eneco Unite to Revolutionize Sustainable Business Premises with GroenGebouw™

(IN BRIEF) Solease and Eneco have formed a joint venture to exclusively promote Eneco’s new business product, Eneco GroenGebouw™, a full-service concept designed to boost the sustainability of commercial premises. This collaboration will provide property owners with end-to-end services—from energy … Read the full press release

UK Rail Transformed: £300m Tri-Mode Fleet Order to Boost Capacity, Cut Emissions, and Revolutionize Travel

(IN BRIEF) Arriva Group has announced a £300 million order for 45 new trains, featuring state-of-the-art tri-mode technology that can operate on electrified tracks, battery power, or diesel. Manufactured at Hitachi Rail’s Newton Aycliffe facility and financed by Angel Trains, … Read the full press release

APM Terminals Acquires Strategic Rail Asset: Expanding Global Shipping Services Beyond the Panama Canal

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals has acquired the Panama Canal Railway Company (PCRC) from Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited and the Lanco Group/Mi‑Jack. The PCRC, which operates a 76-km railway adjacent to the Panama Canal and generated USD 77 million in … Read the full press release

From Civilian Roots to Military Might: Telenor’s KNL Transforms Defence Communications

(IN BRIEF) Telenor, through its subsidiary KNL, has expanded into the defence sector by signing a ten-year contract with the Finnish and Swedish Defence Forces via NORDEFCO. This agreement, effective from 2025 to 2035, highlights Telenor’s commitment to providing state-of-the-art … Read the full press release

Endesa and Verbund Green Power Iberia Forge Long-Term Renewable Energy Pact to Boost Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Endesa has signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement with Verbund Green Power Iberia, the Spanish subsidiary of Verbund, to receive renewable energy from a wind farm in Huelva that has been operational since 2023. This agreement is a … Read the full press release

Art Meets Acoustics Bang Olufsen and Antolini® Craft Bespoke Sound Sculptures

(IN BRIEF) Bang & Olufsen’s Atelier Bespoke offering now features an exciting collaboration with Italian natural stone brand Antolini®. Launched at Milan Design Week, the Beosound Balance Natura speaker integrates Antolini®’s exquisite natural materials with bespoke Bang & Olufsen designs, … Read the full press release

Innovative Projects Propel Advanced Healthcare, Materials Research, and Energy Solutions with NWO Support

(IN BRIEF) NWO’s Open Technology Programme is funding six application-oriented projects in the Applied and Engineering Sciences domain with an investment of over 4.9 million euros, supplemented by more than 720,000 euros from industry and other organizations. The projects, which … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Bolsters Global Renewable Portfolio with Key Acquisitions in Europe, Africa, and Canada

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has completed a series of strategic acquisitions and agreements to expand its renewable energy portfolio across Europe, Africa, and Canada. In Europe, the acquisition of VSB Group—an established developer in wind and solar energy—strengthens its integrated electricity … Read the full press release