Tag Archives: sustainability

Alfa Laval Leads Maritime Decarbonization with First Ammonia Waste Incineration Marine Boiler System

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has secured an order for the world’s first ammonia waste incineration marine boiler system, set for installation on four vessels transporting LPG and ammonia for Trafigura. This innovation, developed in collaboration with key industry players, is … Read the full press release

Alfa Laval Unveils Groundbreaking Hybrid Boilers for Sustainable Shipping Operations

(IN BRIEF) Alfa Laval has introduced the first fuel-flexible hybrid boilers designed to support decarbonization in the maritime industry. These innovative boilers can be delivered as electric hybrid or hybrid-ready, offering shipowners flexibility in fuel use and the ability to … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €150 Million Loan to Acqua Novara.VCO for Water Infrastructure Upgrades in Piedmont

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted €150 million to Acqua Novara.VCO to help fund a €300 million investment plan for the modernization of water and wastewater services in the Italian provinces of Novara and Verbano-Cusio-Ossola. The project, … Read the full press release

dsm-firmenich Invests in New Production Facility in Parma to Expand Global Flavor Operations

(IN BRIEF) dsm-firmenich has begun constructing a new state-of-the-art production facility in Parma, Italy, set to be completed by Q1 2027. The facility will enhance the company’s ability to produce concentrated powder flavors, reaction flavors, culinary blends, and functional blends. … Read the full press release

Valio Announces Strategic Move to Consolidate Production in Joensuu, Enhancing Operational Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Valio has announced the relocation of its Kauhava factory operations to Joensuu as part of a strategy to improve production efficiency and flexibility. The move, scheduled to be completed by the end of 2025, will transfer production lines … Read the full press release

VARD Launches Cyber-Resilient Vessels and Wins Ship of the Year for Prysmian Mona Lisa

(IN BRIEF) VARD, a subsidiary of the Fincantieri Group, has made a significant impact on the maritime industry with the delivery of two Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs), Grampian Kestrel and Purus Chinook, both equipped with advanced cyber resilience solutions. … Read the full press release

SGS Strengthens North American Presence in Emergency Management and Safety Solutions with H2Safety Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) SGS has acquired H2Safety, a leading Canadian provider of emergency management and operational safety solutions, to bolster its Health & Safety offering in North America. This acquisition expands SGS’s capabilities in key areas such as emergency management, business … Read the full press release

EY Launches EY Studio+ to Drive Customer Experience Transformation and Growth in the AI Era

(IN BRIEF) EY has launched EY Studio+, a new global offering designed to help organizations drive growth by transforming customer experience in the AI-driven era. The initiative combines EY’s broad expertise with leading talent in design, sales, marketing, and customer … Read the full press release

Sika Invests in Giatec to Advance AI-Driven Concrete Solutions and Sustainability in Construction

(IN BRIEF) Sika has made a strategic investment in Giatec™ Scientific Inc., a leader in digital concrete technology, to advance the adoption of AI-driven solutions in the construction industry. The collaboration aims to optimize concrete mix designs and reduce CO₂ … Read the full press release

Sika and Sulzer Launch Joint Venture to Revolutionize Plastics Recycling in the Construction Industry

(IN BRIEF) Sika and Sulzer have signed an MoU to establish a joint venture focused on plastics recycling in the construction industry. The venture aims to address the inefficiencies in current recycling methods by combining mechanical and chemical processes to … Read the full press release

EIB and Leyden Labs Secure €20 Million Financing to Advance Pandemic Preparedness with Innovative Nasal Spray

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €20 million financing deal with Leyden Laboratories to support the development of its innovative pan-influenza nasal spray, which aims to protect against seasonal and pandemic viral infections. The funding, guaranteed … Read the full press release

EIB and European Commission Renew Agreement to Accelerate Decarbonisation Projects with Innovation Fund Support

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission and the European Investment Bank have renewed the Project Development Assistance (PDA) agreement under the Innovation Fund, providing expanded technical and financial support for innovative decarbonisation projects. The renewed agreement increases the PDA’s budget from … Read the full press release

WACKER Introduces New Silicone Rubber for Generator Protection at CWIEME 2025

(IN BRIEF) At CWIEME 2025, WACKER is showcasing two advanced silicone rubber products designed to improve the performance and durability of electrical systems. ELASTOSIL® N 9189, a conductive silicone rubber, is ideal for use in power plant generators, optimizing electrical … Read the full press release

Lindner Group to Showcase Circular Economy Innovations at Expo 2025 in Osaka

(IN BRIEF) Lindner Group will showcase its circular economy innovations at the German Pavilion during Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. Focused on the transition to a Circular Economy, the company will highlight its LinLoop strategies for extending the life cycles … Read the full press release

APM Terminals Barcelona and Valencia Join Portchain Connect to Enhance Berth Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) APM Terminals Barcelona and APM Terminals Valencia have joined the Portchain Connect Network, offering a global platform to streamline berth coordination. This partnership will reduce manual communication, improve berth-plan accuracy, and support faster, more reliable alignment for shipping … Read the full press release

Telstra Partners with Ericsson to Deploy AIR 3284, the First 5G Triple-Band Radio Revolutionizing Network Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Telstra have jointly launched the AIR 3284, the world’s first 5G triple-band FDD Massive MIMO radio, a key part of Telstra’s four-year network transformation. This revolutionary radio enhances network capacity, coverage, and performance, providing crucial benefits … Read the full press release

TUM Study Finds Green Hydrogen from Africa More Expensive Than Expected, Recommends Policy Interventions

(IN BRIEF) A study led by TUM and supported by the University of Oxford has revealed that producing green hydrogen in Africa for export to Europe is much more expensive than previously assumed. Only a small fraction of potential production … Read the full press release

Alstom Marks Revenue Service Launch for Indore Metro with World-Class Movia Trains and Advanced Signalling Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Alstom celebrates the successful launch of revenue services for the Indore Metro, featuring Movia metro trains equipped with advanced CBTC signalling systems. Manufactured in India under the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives, the trains are designed … Read the full press release

Exolum Unveils State-of-the-Art Fuel Storage Facility at Expanding Jorge Chávez Airport in Lima

(IN BRIEF) Exolum has launched its newly expanded fuel storage facility at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, marking a significant advancement in Latin America’s aviation infrastructure. The $100 million investment features state-of-the-art storage tanks, filtration systems, and a fully … Read the full press release

E.ON Partners with CyrusOne to Deliver Local Power Generation Solutions and Boost Frankfurt Data Center Capacity

(IN BRIEF) E.ON has partnered with CyrusOne to design and implement local power generation solutions for data centers, starting with the FRA7 data center in Griesheim, Germany. This innovative solution will add 61 megawatts of power to the facility by … Read the full press release