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TUM and TUM University Hospital Secure $1.5 Million Google.org Grant to Build AIdvice Cancer Chatbot

(IN BRIEF) TUM and TUM University Hospital have been awarded $1.5 million by Google.org to create AIdvice, an AI-powered chatbot that provides cancer patients and medical professionals with reliable, personalized information. Built around a bespoke guidelines database, AIdvice will use … Read the full press release

Capgemini and Dai-ichi Life Launch India Center to Drive Global Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Capgemini and Dai-ichi Life Holdings have signed a long-term agreement to establish a Global Capability Center in India, designed to accelerate Dai-ichi Life Group’s digital transformation by leveraging India’s skilled workforce. The GCC will initially serve the insurer’s … Read the full press release

University of York Teams Up in £85 Billion AI Growth Zone Bid with Carbon-Negative Data Centre at Drax

(IN BRIEF) The University of York is a principal partner in the Yorkshire and North Yorkshire bid to become one of the UK’s inaugural AI Growth Zones, which promise significant government funding for AI-ready data centres and power infrastructure. Drawing … Read the full press release

Alstom and Norske tog Launch First Coradia Stream Nordic Train for June 2026 Oslo Service

(IN BRIEF) Alstom and Norske tog have presented the first of 55 Coradia Stream train sets at Oslo’s Grorud depot, kicking off a months-long testing regimen across Europe and in Norway’s winter mountains. This launch, attended by top transport officials, … Read the full press release

Alstom Delivers 36 Class 730/2 Units to LNR to Enhance Comfort and Capacity on Euston Services

(IN BRIEF) LNR has introduced 36 UK-built Class 730/2 electric trains, adding 180 carriages and boosting capacity by 20 percent on services to and from London Euston. These five-car Aventra units—equipped with open gangways, seat-level charging, and intelligent air conditioning—will … Read the full press release

APM Terminals and SANY Marine Ink Framework to Electrify 500 Terminal Tractors by 2030

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals and SANY Marine have signed a Master Framework Agreement to replace around 500 diesel terminal tractors with battery-electric models by 2030, reinforcing APM Terminals’ commitment to decarbonisation. The deal standardises equipment across its global network, embeds … Read the full press release

Barco and BOE Unite to Embed Infinipix Gen2 Processing into Advanced COB LED Displays

(IN BRIEF) Barco and BOE have announced a strategic alliance to integrate Barco’s Infinipix Gen2 LED image-processing platform with BOE’s advanced display manufacturing, including COB technology. Barco contributes over two decades of image-processing expertise across a wide range of LED … Read the full press release

Global Visualization Leaders Enhance LED Portfolio through Strategic Infinipix Gen2 and MIP Technology Integration

(IN BRIEF) Barco and Unilumin have expanded their longstanding partnership by integrating Barco’s Infinipix Gen2 LED image-processing technology into Unilumin’s ultra-fine-pitch MIP displays. This collaboration combines Barco’s three decades of expertise in video-wall systems and advanced image processing with Unilumin’s … Read the full press release

KfW IPEX-Bank Supports 350 MW Wind Project in Québec’s Forested Region with EUR 140 Million Financing

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank is contributing EUR 140 million as co-lead arranger in a major financing package for a 350 MW wind farm in Québec, Canada, alongside several Canadian banks. The Pohénégamook-Picard-Saint-Antonin-Wolastokuk 1 (PPAW1) Energy Centre, featuring 56 Vestas turbines, … Read the full press release

MOL and SOCAR Expand Partnership with New Onshore Oil Exploration Project in Shamakhi-Gobustan

(IN BRIEF) MOL Group and SOCAR have signed key terms for an exploration, development, and production sharing agreement covering Azerbaijan’s Shamakhi-Gobustan regions, reinforcing their strategic energy partnership. MOL is expected to act as operator with a 65% share, while SOCAR … Read the full press release

SSAB and Danieli Finalize Technology Deal for Low-Carbon Mini-Mill in Luleå

(IN BRIEF) SSAB has finalized a contract with Danieli to deliver a fully automated production solution for its planned 2.5 Mt/year mini-mill in Luleå, Sweden. The facility will feature two electric arc furnaces, advanced refining and vacuum degassing systems, and … Read the full press release

OMV Sets December Start for Seismic Campaign to Unlock Deep Geothermal Energy in Graz

(IN BRIEF) OMV will begin a seismic survey in the greater Graz area starting December 2025 to explore the deep geothermal potential of the East Styrian basin. Spanning approximately 900 kilometers and using environmentally friendly vibration methods, the campaign will … Read the full press release

Neste’s Renewable Diesel Enables Helsinki Airport to Achieve Net-Zero Emissions Certification

(IN BRIEF) Neste’s renewable diesel has played a pivotal role in helping Finavia’s Helsinki Airport become the fifth facility in Finland to achieve net-zero emissions in its operations, under the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. With 90% average greenhouse gas … Read the full press release

CAF and Gamuda Berhad Partner to Deliver State-of-the-Art Trams for New Taipei’s Light Rail Expansion

(IN BRIEF) CAF has signed a framework agreement with Malaysian construction firm Gamuda Berhad to deliver up to 23 Urbos trams for Taiwan’s New Taipei City. The contract, potentially worth €200 million, includes trams for the Xidong and Keelung lines, … Read the full press release

National Grid to Trial Low-Carbon 3D-Printed Concrete Foundations with Hyperion and University of Sheffield

(IN BRIEF) National Grid has joined forces with Hyperion Robotics and the University of Sheffield to test low-carbon 3D-printed concrete foundations in a UK-first trial. The project, backed by Ofgem’s Network Innovation Allowance, will see the foundations installed at the … Read the full press release

EQT Leads Investment in Mosanna to Advance Nasal Spray Therapy for Sleep Apnea Patients

(IN BRIEF) EQT Life Sciences has led a Series A investment in Mosanna Therapeutics to advance its lead drug candidate, MOS118—a nasal spray designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea—into Phase 2 trials. Co-investors include Pivotal bioVenture Partners, Forbion, Norwest, and … Read the full press release

Viaplay Select Launches in the Czech Republic with prima+ Through Long-Term Deal with Prima Group

(IN BRIEF) Prima Group and Viaplay Group have formed an exclusive long-term partnership to bring Viaplay Select to the Czech Republic via the prima+ streaming service starting July 1. With over 200 hours of critically acclaimed Nordic and European content … Read the full press release

New Barclays Innovation Hub in London Set to Power 150 Startups with Support from Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Industry Leaders

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has launched a new Innovation Hub in Shoreditch, London, in partnership with Microsoft, NVIDIA, and other key industry players to boost the UK’s tech ecosystem. The hub, powered by Barclays Eagle Labs, will house 150 startups working … Read the full press release

LSEG Partners with Brazil’s A5X to Launch Advanced Derivatives and Futures Platform by 2026

(IN BRIEF) LSEG has signed a strategic agreement to deliver its advanced trading and post-trading technology to A5X, Brazil’s upcoming derivatives and futures exchange. Tailored for Brazil’s regulatory and market requirements, the partnership includes integrated solutions for pre-trade risk, ultra-low … Read the full press release

EBRD and ProCredit Bank Bulgaria Sign €14 Million InvestEU Deal to Expand Green Loans in Bulgaria and Greece

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has signed a €14 million portfolio guarantee agreement with ProCredit Bank Bulgaria under the EU’s InvestEU programme, enabling the bank to offer more green loans to businesses in Bulgaria and Greece. This risk-sharing facility will support … Read the full press release