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Outokumpu and Metalshub Join Forces to Revolutionize Raw Material Procurement

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a global leader in sustainable stainless steel production, is expanding its partnership with Metalshub, a leading raw material procurement solution provider, to digitize its raw material sourcing operations. The collaboration aims to enhance supply chain traceability and … Read the full press release

Accenture Completes Acquisition of OnProcess Technology to Boost Supply Chain Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has successfully finalized its acquisition of OnProcess Technology, a provider of supply chain managed services known for its expertise in improving inventory management, enhancing operational efficiency, and addressing complex service challenges. With this acquisition, Accenture aims to … Read the full press release

Henkel Joins UN Climate Change Conference to Discuss Supply Chain Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, participated in a panel discussion hosted by Schneider Electric at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28). The panel, titled “Beyond Carbon – Decarbonizing the Supply Chain for a Greener Tomorrow,” focused … Read the full press release

Scania Implements Mandatory Green Purchasing Requirements to Drive Supply Chain Decarbonization

(IN BRIEF) Scania, a leader in the transportation industry, has announced a significant step in its commitment to sustainability by making its supply chain decarbonization target mandatory for purchasing requirements. The company aims to transform its supply chain by targeting … Read the full press release

Construction Leader Hilti Adopts SAP’s Circular Economy Tool for Resource Optimization

(IN BRIEF) SAP has revealed that The Hilti Group, a leading provider of hardware, software, and services to the construction industry, is using the Circelligence solution to enhance its resource circularity. Developed with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), the tool is … Read the full press release

thyssenkrupp Aerospace and Boeing Extend 25-Year Partnership to Strengthen Aerospace Supply Chain

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Aerospace and Boeing have agreed to extend their long-term partnership, which has been ongoing since 1998. Under the contract extension, thyssenkrupp Aerospace, a part of thyssenkrupp Materials Services, will continue to provide supply chain management services, supply … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and Capgemini Collaborate to Offer Innovative Supply Chain Orchestration Services

Kuehne + Nagel International AG divests significant non-core assets in the UK

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and Capgemini have entered into a groundbreaking strategic agreement to establish an industry-leading supply chain orchestration service designed to offer comprehensive end-to-end solutions throughout the supply chain network. This strategic partnership aims to help businesses maintain agility … Read the full press release

QSA Partners and University of Exeter Drive Circular Economy Transformation in UK Fashion Sector

(IN BRIEF) UK fashion and textiles industry is launching a pioneering project called the “data sandbox” to promote circular economy principles. Led by QSA Partners and in collaboration with the University of Exeter, the initiative aims to establish an extended … Read the full press release

myDHLi Portal Introduces New Features to Boost Productivity, Resilience and Sustainability for DHL Global Forwarding Customers

(IN BRIEF) DHL Global Forwarding has introduced new features and updates to its myDHLi customer portal, aimed at improving logistics performance, resilience, and sustainability. The upgrades were unveiled during the third myDHLi Digital Summit, broadcast live from the transport logistic … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Group Reports Impressive Q1 2023 Electric Vehicle Delivery Growth

(IN BRIEF) In the first quarter of 2023, Volkswagen Group delivered 141,000 electric vehicles (BEVs), an increase of 42% compared to the same period in 2022. Europe was the main contributor to this growth, with a 68% increase in deliveries. … Read the full press release

Jaguar Land Rover accelerates digital transformation with Tata Technologies partnership

(IN BRIEF) Jaguar Land Rover has partnered with Tata Technologies to accelerate its digital transformation strategy. Tata Technologies will provide an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to streamline and consolidate information across JLR’s core business areas, including manufacturing, logistics, … Read the full press release

Germany, Sweden, and Finland Lead the Way in EU Wind Energy Growth in 2022

Despite Challenges, 15 GW of New Wind Farms Installed, One Third More Than 2021 Onshore Wind Leads the Way in EU’s Renewable Energy Push (PRESS RELEASE) BRUSSELS, 11-Jan-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — WindEurope, a Brussels based association active on promoting the … Read the full press release

DNV to offer human rights due diligence services in line with EU’s Corporate Sustainable Due Diligence Directive (CS3D)

(PRESS RELEASE) BÆRUM, 8-Dec-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has announced the launch of human rights due diligence services in line with EU’s Corporate Sustainable Due Diligence Directive (CS3D). The new offering steps on … Read the full press release

Empa researcher Thijs Defraeye joins University of Wageningen’s group of Food, Quality and Design to fight food waste

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜBENDORF, 1-Dec-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Empa, the Swiss research institute for applied materials sciences and technology, has announced that its researcher Thijs Defraeye has been appointed Special Professor Data and Simulations for Self-care Postharvest Fresh-food Supply Chains at … Read the full press release

EY CEO Outlook Pulse – October 2022: businesses face a perfect economic and geopolitical storm

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 5-Oct-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — EY, a multinational professional services firm, has announced the release of its CEO Outlook Pulse – October 2022, which reveals that CEOs and their businesses face a perfect economic and geopolitical storm, from … Read the full press release

David Cutter to lead the Supply Chain at Royal FrieslandCampina N.V., the Dutch dairy cooperative

(PRESS RELEASE) AMERSFOORT, 27-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Royal FrieslandCampina N.V., a Dutch multinational dairy cooperative, has announced the appointment of David Cutter as its Chief Supply Chain Officer and member of the Executive Board with effect from 3 October 2022. … Read the full press release

A.P. Moller – Maersk adds 223 warehouses to its network in Asia as it completes the acquisition of Hong Kong-based LF Logistics

(PRESS RELEASE) COPENHAGEN, 31-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — A.P. Moller – Maersk (CPH: MAERSK-B), a global leader in container shipping, has announced the addition of 223 warehouses to its Pan-Asian network as the company completed the acquisition of Hong Kong-based LF … Read the full press release

A.P. Moller – Maersk erweitert sein Netzwerk in Asien um 223 Lagerhäuser, da es die Übernahme von LF Logistics mit Sitz in Hongkong abschließt

(PRESSEMITTEILUNG) COPENHAGEN, 31-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — A.P. Moller – Maersk (CPH: MAERSK-B), ein weltweit führendes Unternehmen in der Containerschifffahrt, hat die Erweiterung seines panasiatischen Netzwerks um 223 Lagerhäuser angekündigt, da das Unternehmen die Übernahme der in Hongkong ansässigen LF Logistics … Read the full press release

Eder Ramos, Global President of Symrise’s Fragrance division, to become the President of the Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT)

Symrise Fragrance head supports organization for sustainable supply chains (UEBT) NGO focuses on good working conditions and biodiversity (PRESS RELEASE) HOLZMINDEN, Germany, 18-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Symrise, a global fragrance and flavoring manufacturer based in Germany, has announced that the … Read the full press release

Eder Ramos, président mondial de la division Fragrance de Symrise, deviendra président de l’Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT)

Le responsable de Symrise Fragrance soutient l’organisation pour des chaînes d’approvisionnement durables (UEBT) Une ONG mise sur les bonnes conditions de travail et la biodiversité (COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) HOLZMINDEN, Germany, 18-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Symrise, un fabricant mondial de parfums … Read the full press release

Ørsted commits to become the world’s first company to have all of its suppliers using 100 percent renewable electricity by 2025

(PRESS RELEASE) FREDERICIA, 10-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Ørsted (CPH: ORSTED), a Danish leading operator of offshore and onshore wind farms, solar farms, energy storage facilities, and bioenergy plants, has announced its commitment of becoming the world’s first company to have … Read the full press release

Ørsted verpflichtet sich, das erste Unternehmen der Welt zu werden, dessen Lieferanten bis 2025 zu 100 Prozent Strom aus erneuerbaren Energien beziehen

(PRESSEMITTEILUNG) FREDERICIA, 10-Aug-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Ørsted (CPH: ORSTED), ein führender dänischer Betreiber von Offshore- und Onshore-Windparks, Solarparks, Energiespeicheranlagen und Bioenergieanlagen, hat sein Engagement angekündigt, das weltweit erste Unternehmen zu werden, das alle seine Lieferanten bis 2025 zu 100 Prozent … Read the full press release

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) and OMP, a Belgium based leader in supply chain planning solutions, form a strategic alliance

Alliance supports comprehensive value stream planning for organizations Helps clients with planning organization through OMP platform implementation capabilities Bolsters joint innovation and continuous process improvements for clients (PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 11-Jul-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — EY, a multinational professional services firm, … Read the full press release

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) und OMP, ein in Belgien ansässiger führender Anbieter von Supply-Chain-Planungslösungen, bilden eine strategische Allianz

Alliance unterstützt eine umfassende Wertstromplanung für Organisationen Hilft Kunden bei der Planungsorganisation durch Implementierungsfunktionen der OMP-Plattform Stärkt gemeinsame Innovation und kontinuierliche Prozessverbesserungen für Kunden (PRESSEMITTEILUNG) LONDON, 11-Jul-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — EY, ein multinationales Unternehmen für professionelle Dienstleistungen, hat den Abschluss … Read the full press release

DNV research: majority of energy experts anticipate physical damage to assets and loss of life due to cyber-attacks

Energy professionals believe that cyber-attacks on the industry are likely to cause harm to life, property and the environment in the next two years. 84% expect physical damage to assets and 57% anticipate loss of life Less than half (47%) … Read the full press release

Investigación de DNV: la mayoría de los expertos en energía anticipan daños físicos a los activos y pérdida de vidas debido a los ciberataques

Los profesionales de la energía creen que es probable que los ataques cibernéticos a la industria causen daños a la vida, la propiedad y el medio ambiente en los próximos dos años. El 84% espera daño físico a los activos … Read the full press release

Performance Team, a Maersk Company, expands cold storage capacity as cold chain demand soars in the U.S. Gulf

High tech asset and capacity will strengthen U.S. Gulf cold chains. Offers first-ever, 90 foot deep unloading dock, specially-designed for refrigerated commodities handling from trucks. (PRESS RELEASE) EL SEGUNDO, California, United States, 14-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Maersk (CPH: MAERSK-B), a … Read the full press release

Siemens : la Charte de confiance (CoT) et le Digital Trust Forum (DTF), une initiative de Bosch, vont fusionner pour renforcer encore davantage la cybersécurité et la confiance numérique

Le forum de confiance numérique et la charte de confiance vont fusionner Bosch et Deutsche Post DHL Group rejoignent la Charte de confiance Le forum des partenaires associés continue de croître avec CyberNB, le Cyber Peace Institute, le Cyber Readiness … Read the full press release

Siemens: the Charter of Trust (CoT) and the Digital Trust Forum (DTF), an initiative of Bosch, will merge to strengthen even further cybersecurity and digital trust

Digital Trust Forum and Charter of Trust to merge Bosch and Deutsche Post DHL Group join Charter of Trust Associated Partner Forum further growing with CyberNB, Cyber Peace Institute, Cyber Readiness Institute and Global Cyber Alliance (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 16-Feb-2022 … Read the full press release

Two awards for Maersk in recognition of its successful performance in Ocean and Logistics at the 2022 Executive Carrier Council of The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement retailer

(PRESS RELEASE) FLORHAM PARK, NJ, United States, 7-Feb-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Maersk (CPH: MAERSK-B), a global leader in container shipping, has announced that it scooped two awards in recognition of its successful performance in Ocean and Logistics at the 2022 … Read the full press release

LRQA, a global assurance provider, takes over the stake of EQT Private Equity in ELEVATE, a leading provider of ESG and supply chain services

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 26-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — EQT, a purpose-driven global investment organization, has announced that EQT Mid Market fund has divested its holdings in ELEVATE, a Hong Kong-based ESG and supply chain service provider. The buyer of the stake … Read the full press release

Transmetrics AI is Applied by DB Schenker to Improve Land Transport Network in Bulgaria

Transmetrics’ artificial intelligence solutions calculate volumes, goods flow, and the rationality of land connections. (PRESS RELEASE) SOFIA, Bulgaria, 24-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Transmetrics, a state-of-the-art AI platform developed exclusively for the supply chain, announces today that their artificial intelligence (AI) … Read the full press release

Yara to gradually end potash sourcing from Belarus due to the effects of sanctions on supply chain

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 10-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Yara International ASA, a global firm specializing in agricultural products and environmental protection agents and a leading global ammonia player, has announced it will slowly end the sourcing of potash, a key ingredient … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel now present in 18 African countries; opens new control tower in Durban

Full-service logistics provider to Africa Expansion reflects Africa’s growing importance in world trade Regional control tower serves as a single point of contact to an integrated network across the continent (PRESS RELEASE) DUBAI, UAE, 5-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Kuehne+Nagel (SWX: … Read the full press release

Dr. Ursula Biernert and Ingo Spengler to join Leoni AG Board of Directors

(PRESS RELEASE) NUREMBERG, 8-Dec-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Leoni AG (ETR: LEO), a global supplier of wires, cables and wiring systems, has announced the appointment of Dr. Ursula Biernert (52) and Ingo Spengler (49) to its Board of Directors. They wil … Read the full press release

International sourcing and shipping trends with potentially high financial impact for U.S. importers – Maersk Customs Services USA

(PRESS RELEASE) FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, U.S.A., 30-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — A.P. Moller – Maersk, a global leader in container shipping, has announced that Maersk Customs Services USA, its customs compliance and clearances service for the US, has released current … Read the full press release

Eni, ELITE, illimity Bank launch innovative financial tool dedicated to the energy transition

(PRESS RELEASE) SAN DONATO MILANESE, 25-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Eni (BIT: ENI), an Italian multinational energy company with focus on innovation, efficiency and accessibility for all, has announced the launch of an innovative financial tool “Basket Bond – Sustainable Energy” … Read the full press release

Origami and citoQualis Team up for Startups

Origami and citoQualis Team up for Medical Device Startups

(PRESS RELEASE) KFAR SABA, Israel, 9-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Origami, a leading provider of no-code business process automation software for Medical Device and other industries, and citoQualis, a regulatory and business advisory leader for EU Medical Device companies, are announcing … Read the full press release

Lloyds Bank Business Barometer: overall business confidence in the UK remains high and above the long term average despite rising costs and the on-going supply chain issues

The latest Lloyds Bank Business Barometer shows: Business confidence in October was at its second highest level since March 2020 (43%). 48% of businesses say it has become easier to hire people with the right skills or experience.  90% of … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel opens 34.000m² contract logistics fulfilment centre in Contern, Luxembourg

Kuehne+Nagel Luxembourg’s third contract logistics site leverages the central location in Europe for e-commerce (PRESS RELEASE) CONTERN, Luxembourg, 28-Oct-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Kuehne+Nagel (SWX: KNIN), one of the world’s leading logistics companies, has announced it is expanding its contract logistics … Read the full press release