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EBRD and EU Support Montenegro’s Green Energy Efficiency Investments

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in partnership with the European Union (EU) and Austria, is bolstering energy efficiency investments in Montenegro by extending a €2 million loan to NLB Banka a.d. Podgorica, aimed at providing … Read the full press release

Henkel Adhesive Technologies Recognizes Strategic Partners with Annual Supplier Awards

(IN BRIEF) Henkel Adhesive Technologies has presented its annual Supplier Awards to recognize the successful collaboration with its strategic partners for the 10th consecutive year. In 2023, awards were given to Kraton, Wanhua, and Kolon in the categories of Sustainability, … Read the full press release

UniCredit Acquires 8.9781% Stake in Alpha Services and Holdings S.A. from HFSF

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit S.p.A. has confirmed the purchase of an 8.9781% minority stake in Alpha Services and Holdings S.A. in Greece from HFSF at a price of 1.39 Euros per share. This acquisition represents a premium of 9.4% over the … Read the full press release

Skanska Secures $98 Million Contract for Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital Tower Renovation

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has entered into a $98 million contract with Bon Secours Mercy Health for the renovation of the Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital Tower in Paducah, Kentucky, USA. The project entails the modernization and refurbishment of the Hospital Tower, … Read the full press release

Skanska Wins $100 Million Contract to Build STEM Building for Texas State University

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has secured a contract valued at $100 million from the Texas State University System to construct a new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) building on the San Marcos campus in Texas, USA. The eight-story, 14,500 square-meter … Read the full press release

Bosnian Furniture Maker Zanat Embarks on Digital Transformation Journey with EBRD Support

(IN BRIEF) Zanat, a renowned Bosnian furniture company known for its hand-carving techniques and UNESCO recognition, faced challenges with growing international demand, including delivery delays and product quality issues. To address these challenges and optimize their operations, the company sought … Read the full press release

Vodafone Partners with Accenture to Optimize Shared Operations, Boost Efficiency, and Drive Growth

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Group Plc has unveiled plans for a strategic partnership with Accenture aimed at leveraging shared operations to enhance growth, customer service, and operational efficiency across Vodafone’s operating companies and partner markets. The collaboration will build upon Vodafone’s … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Successfully Tests UltraFan Demonstrator at Maximum Power Using Sustainable Aviation Fuel

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has achieved a significant milestone by successfully running its UltraFan technology demonstrator at maximum power in its Derby facility, UK. What makes this achievement even more noteworthy is that the initial test stage was conducted using 100% … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies to Acquire 1.5 GW of Gas-Fired Power Plants in Texas to Enhance Energy Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies is expanding its presence in the Texas power market by signing an agreement to acquire three gas-fired power plants from TexGen for $635 million. These plants, with a combined capacity of 1.5 GW, are strategically located close … Read the full press release

Saab-Backed Satellite Ymir-1 Launches to Revolutionize Maritime Communication

(IN BRIEF) On November 11th, the Ymir-1 satellite, equipped with technology from Saab, was successfully launched aboard SpaceX Falcon 9, ushering in a transformative era in maritime communication. Ymir-1 serves as a test satellite and a crucial component in the … Read the full press release

Vodafone Partners with Accenture to Revolutionize Shared Operations and Fuel Growth

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Group Plc has unveiled plans to establish a strategic partnership with Accenture to harness Vodafone’s shared operations for accelerated growth, improved customer service, and enhanced efficiency across its operating companies and partner markets. The collaboration will leverage … Read the full press release

Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) Partners with AFRY to Design Prague’s New Vltava Philharmonic Hall

(IN BRIEF) The renowned Danish architectural firm, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), has selected AFRY as the general designer and local architect for the upcoming Prague concert building, known as the Vltava Philharmonic Hall. BIG’s design, which triumphed in an international … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Joins Forces with Envigas to Spearhead Emission Reduction in Stainless Steel Production

(IN BRIEF) In a significant move towards sustainable stainless steel production, Outokumpu has partnered with Envigas AB, a leading biocarbon producer, by acquiring a 20% ownership share. Outokumpu’s commitment to reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 42% by 2030 aligns with … Read the full press release

EnBW Completes Sale of Minority Stake in TransnetBW to Federal Government and KfW

(IN BRIEF) EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG has successfully concluded the sale of a minority stake in its subsidiary, TransnetBW, to the federal government and KfW. The federal government has acquired a 24.95% minority stake, while KfW exercised its option to … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Appointed Conformity Assessment Body by Cameroon’s ANOR for Product Quality and Safety

(IN BRIEF) The Cameroonian “Agence des Normes et de la Qualité” (ANOR) has designated TÜV Rheinland as a Conformity Assessment Body under the Pre-Shipment Evaluation of Conformity (PECAE) program. TÜV Rheinland is now authorized to conduct conformity verification, inspection, and … Read the full press release

Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway Project Earns Global Recognition for Innovation and Excellence

(IN BRIEF) The Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway project in the Philippines has received prestigious recognition from the International Association of Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE). The project, which was inaugurated in 2022, won the “Project and Technology Awards 2023” in the … Read the full press release

Replacing Sitting with Short Bouts of Exercise Improves Heart Health, Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by researchers from UCL, the University of Sydney, and the University of East Anglia has found that replacing sedentary behavior with even short periods of moderate to vigorous exercise can significantly improve heart health. The … Read the full press release

Lightning-Induced Wildfires Pose Growing Threat to Boreal Forests, New Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) A study led by researchers from the University of East Anglia, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the University of Leeds, Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences (China), and BeZero Carbon Ltd. reveals that lightning is the primary cause of wildfires in … Read the full press release

Skanska Invests EUR 100 Million in Sustainable Office Complex in Warsaw’s Thriving District

(IN BRIEF) Skanska is investing EUR 100 million in the second phase of the Studio office complex in Warsaw, Poland. The 27-storey building, known as Studio A, will offer around 26,600 square meters of leasable space and is situated in … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Anchors Portland Caribbean Fund III with $35 Million Investment

(IN BRIEF) The Portland Caribbean Fund III has achieved its first close, with the European Investment Bank (EIB) contributing $35 million as a cornerstone investor. This fund, targeting a total size of $350 million, aims to support promising small and … Read the full press release