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Novo Nordisk Initiates Groundbreaking Collaborations for Innovative Obesity and MASH Treatments

(IN BRIEF) Novo Nordisk has announced separate research collaborations with Omega Therapeutics and Cellarity Inc. to explore innovative treatment approaches for obesity and MASH (Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease). The collaboration with Omega aims to develop an epigenomic controller to … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Initiates Vineyard Wind I: The First Large-Scale Offshore Wind Farm in the US

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola has commenced the commissioning of the Vineyard Wind I offshore wind farm, marking the first major offshore wind project of its kind in the United States. With a capacity of 806 MW, the facility has begun supplying … Read the full press release

PERUMIN Event Highlights Financial Inclusion for Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners in Peru

(IN BRIEF) Solidaridad, planetGOLD Peru, and the Ministry of Energy and Mines of Peru organized a panel at the PERUMIN event to emphasize the importance of financial inclusion in the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. The event aimed to … Read the full press release

Nokia and Honor Sign Patent Cross-License Agreement for 5G and Cellular Technologies

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has entered into a patent cross-license agreement with Honor, a leading player in the Chinese smartphone market. The agreement covers the essential inventions related to 5G and other cellular technologies, and the terms remain confidential. Nokia’s Chief … Read the full press release

BAE Systems Signs U.S. Army Agreement for M777 Howitzer Structures, Eyeing Global Production Restart

(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has inked a contract with the U.S. Army for M777 lightweight howitzer major structures under an Undefinitized Contract Action (UCA), with an initial limit of $50 million. This agreement permits BAE Systems to commence deliveries while … Read the full press release

Enel Sells US Renewable Asset Portfolio to ORMAT for $271 Million

(IN BRIEF) Enel, through its subsidiary Enel Green Power North America (EGPNA), has completed a transaction with ORMAT Technologies for the sale of a renewable asset portfolio in the United States. The deal, valued at $271 million, includes EGPNA’s entire … Read the full press release

Siemens AG Partners with Volkswagen for Electrification of Fleet with Up to 1,000 ID.4 Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG, a leading industrial company in Germany, is taking significant steps towards sustainability by partnering with Volkswagen Financial Services to electrify its fleet. The plan involves gradually adding up to 1,000 leased Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles to … Read the full press release

QIAGEN Expands Presence in Middle East with New Riyadh HQ, MoU with Saudi Ministry of Health, and Oman TB Screening Initiative

(IN BRIEF) QIAGEN, a leading provider of molecular diagnostics and life sciences solutions, is significantly expanding its operations in the Middle East region. In early 2024, the company will open its regional headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to strengthen its … Read the full press release

OMV Petrom Expands Renewable Portfolio with 1 GW Capacity and Dominant EV Charging Network Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) OMV Petrom, Southeast Europe’s largest integrated energy company, is set to acquire a 50% stake in Electrocentrale Borzesti, which holds a 1 GW capacity of renewable projects, including 950 MW of wind and 50 MW of photovoltaic, in … Read the full press release

Ricoh Strengthens Production Print Capabilities with Albyco Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh, a leader in the print and graphics industry, has successfully acquired Albyco, a Netherlands-based business specializing in finishing solutions for digital graphic communications, labels, signage, and packaging. This strategic move enhances Ricoh’s production print finishing capabilities across … Read the full press release

Accenture Finalizes Acquisition of U.K. Tech Consultancy 6point6

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has successfully concluded its acquisition of 6point6, a prominent U.K. technology consultancy known for its expertise in cloud, data, and cybersecurity. This strategic acquisition bolsters Accenture’s capabilities in strategy and architecture, with a strong focus on sectors … Read the full press release

Lithuania Acquires Thales Ground Master 200 Radars for Enhanced Defense Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Lithuania’s Defence Material Agency (DMA) has entered into an agreement with the Dutch procurement Agency COMMIT to procure Thales Ground Master 200 Multi-Mission Compact radars (GM200 MM/C). These advanced radars are designed to provide simultaneous detection, tracking, and … Read the full press release

Kapsch TrafficCom Successfully Launches First Phase of Serbia’s Moravski Corridor Tolling Project

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has achieved a milestone with the successful opening of the initial phase of the Moravski corridor and Ruma-Šabac highway tolling project in Serbia. The completed first stage, linking Ruma and Šabac near Belgrade, was executed in … Read the full press release

Equinor and bp Terminate Empire Wind 2 OREC Agreement Amid Economic Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Equinor and bp have jointly decided to terminate the Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificate (OREC) Agreement for the Empire Wind 2 project, an offshore wind endeavor in the US capable of generating 1,260 MW of power. The move … Read the full press release

QuantumScape’s Solid-State Battery Achieves Remarkable Milestone: Over 1,000 Charging Cycles with 95% Capacity Retention

(IN BRIEF) QuantumScape, a U.S. technology company specializing in solid-state batteries, has achieved a significant breakthrough in battery development, as confirmed by PowerCo. Their solid-state cell has surpassed expectations by successfully completing over 1,000 charging cycles while retaining 95% of … Read the full press release

EIB Backs Agria Group Holding’s Sunflower Oil Plant and Sustainable Transport in Bulgaria with €35 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has partnered with Kristera AD, a subsidiary of Agria Group Holding, to provide a €35 million loan for the construction of a new sunflower oil processing plant in northern Bulgaria and the acquisition … Read the full press release

Historic 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel Transatlantic Flight Supported by Kuehne+Nagel

(IN BRIEF) On November 28, 2023, a groundbreaking achievement took place as the world’s first 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) transatlantic flight by a commercial airline successfully landed at New York JFK after departing from London Heathrow. Kuehne+Nagel, a key … Read the full press release

Skanska Commits SEK 2 Billion Investment to Lindhagen’s Olivin Office Building

(IN BRIEF) Skanska is set to invest SEK 2 billion in Olivin, an office building that marks the initial phase of development in the Lindhagen neighborhood. This substantial investment also includes a construction contract valued at approximately SEK 1 billion, … Read the full press release

EBRD Grants $10 Million Loan to Atameken-Agro for Agricultural Modernization and Environmental Enhancement in Kazakhstan

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a $10 million loan to Atameken-Agro, a leading agricultural holding in Kazakhstan, to support the modernization and environmental improvement of its agricultural machinery. This initiative aims to enhance … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank and Bank of Georgia Partner to Boost Green Investments and SME Growth with €50 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has inked a €50 million loan agreement with the Bank of Georgia, aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies, while also promoting sustainable economic recovery and growth. Notably, a … Read the full press release