Tag Archives: sustainability

Nordex to Supply Eight N163/6.X Wind Turbines for UMaAG’s Drochtersen Repowering Project

(IN BRIEF) The Nordex Group has received a significant order from Umwelt Management AG (UMaAG) for the Drochtersen repowering project in Lower Saxony, Germany. The agreement includes the supply and installation of eight N163/6.X wind turbines and a 20-year service … Read the full press release

Brenntag Expands Biopharma Capabilities in EMEA with Acquisition of mcePharma

(IN BRIEF) Brenntag has acquired mcePharma a.s. in the Czech Republic to expand its capabilities in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical value chain across EMEA. This acquisition strengthens Brenntag’s GMP services, including biobuffers and liquid blending, to meet growing demand in … Read the full press release

Bouygues UK to Build Barry Waterfront Campus and Advanced Technology Centre for Cardiff and Vale College

(IN BRIEF) Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC) has awarded Bouygues UK the contract to build the Barry Waterfront Campus and the Advanced Technology Centre in South Wales, under the Mutual Investment Model (MIM). Worth £119 million, the project will provide … Read the full press release

DNV Partners with ITS to Boost Indonesia’s Maritime and Energy Education with Focus on Sustainability and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) DNV has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) in Indonesia to support the development of the country’s maritime and energy sectors. The partnership includes initiatives such as providing ITS’s academic community with access … Read the full press release

GTT Receives Approvals in Principle for Ethane-Optimised Containment Systems Mark III Slim™ and NO96 Slim™ from Bureau Veritas

(IN BRIEF) GTT has secured two Approvals in Principle from Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore for its Mark III Slim™ and NO96 Slim™ ethane-optimised cargo containment systems. These new systems are tailored to meet the needs of Very Large Ethane … Read the full press release

Hanseatic Global Terminals and Kalmar Partner to Enhance Operations at Port of Le Havre with 14 Hybrid Straddle Carriers

(IN BRIEF) Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) has signed an agreement with Kalmar to supply 14 hybrid straddle carriers to Compagnie Nouvelle de Manutentions Portuaires Le Havre (CNMP LH) at the Port of Le Havre. This marks the first major investment … Read the full press release

ASSA ABLOY Acquires Kingspan Door Components to Enhance Product Portfolio in Residential and Industrial Door Systems

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has acquired Kingspan Door Components, a Belgian manufacturer specializing in high-quality sectional door panels for residential and industrial use. The acquisition strengthens ASSA ABLOY’s position in mature markets by expanding its product offerings. Kingspan Door Components, … Read the full press release

Sweco Enhances Expertise in Smart Building Technologies with Acquisition of Brain of buildings

(IN BRIEF) Sweco has acquired Brain of buildings, a leading Dutch engineering firm known for integrating technology into the design and management of smart and secure buildings. This acquisition adds 30 consultants and engineers to Sweco’s Netherlands team, reinforcing its … Read the full press release

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