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Puratos Expands Its Reach in the Baking Industry with Acquisition of École Bellouet Conseil

(IN BRIEF) Puratos, a global leader in bakery ingredients, has acquired the renowned École Bellouet Conseil, a prestigious French bakery school based in Paris. Founded by celebrated pastry chefs G. Joël Bellouet and Jean-Michel Perruchon, the school has been a … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Study Reveals Challenges Faced by Paramedics in Providing End-of-Life Care in England

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by the University of Southampton reveals significant challenges faced by paramedics in responding to end-of-life patients in England. Key issues identified include a lack of patient information, barriers to medication administration, and insufficient training, which … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall to Provide Advanced Simulators for C-390 Aircraft to the Netherlands in Multi-Million Euro Deal

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract by Embraer to supply advanced simulators for the Royal Netherlands Air Force’s C-390 aircraft, including a Full Flight and Mission Simulator (FFMS) and a Cargo Handling Station Trainer (CHST). These simulators, set … Read the full press release

Garanti BBVA Hosts Demo Day to Showcase Startups and Opens Applications for Third Session of Tech Program

(IN BRIEF) Garanti BBVA recently celebrated the success of five startups that completed the second year of its Garanti BBVA Partners Tech Program at a Demo Day event. The program offers essential support, including office space, mentoring, and marketing assistance, … Read the full press release

New Observatory Launched to Address the Environmental Impact of Artificial Intelligence with Support from Capgemini

(IN BRIEF) Capgemini, the AI and Society Institute, the Ecole normale supérieure (ENS-PLS), and the ENS Foundation have launched a global Observatory focused on analyzing and mitigating the environmental impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across its entire lifecycle. The initiative … Read the full press release

Women in Transport Network Launches to Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women in the Transport Sector

(IN BRIEF) The Women in Transport (WiT) Network has been launched to support women in the transport industry, aiming to promote gender equality and enhance economic, social, and environmental outcomes. The initiative stems from a report by the World Bank … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall to Supply Bundeswehr with 120 Mobile Aid Stations for Enhanced Military Medical Care

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract by the Bundeswehr to provide up to 120 mobile aid stations, with the first delivery scheduled for December 2025. The order, valued in the high double-digit million-euro range, includes ten ballistic-protected and … Read the full press release

Amey and IEMA Collaborate to Train Senior Leaders in Sustainability Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Amey, in collaboration with IEMA, has trained over 180 senior leaders in its Rail and Highways divisions through the “Leading with Environmental Sustainability” course. The program equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to champion sustainability, supporting … Read the full press release

Swisscom Welcomes 232 New Apprentices in Record IT Recruitment Year

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom has welcomed 232 new apprentices, with a record 97 starting IT apprenticeships. To support these apprentices, Swisscom is piloting a nine-month onboarding program. Additionally, nine students are beginning a bachelor’s degree in IT with integrated practice. Swisscom … Read the full press release

British Gas to Hire and Train 300 New Apprentices to Support Net Zero Goals

(IN BRIEF) British Gas is set to hire and train 300 new apprentices to enhance its customer-facing teams and support the UK’s net zero ambitions. The initiative focuses on engineering and customer service roles, with a commitment to diversity and … Read the full press release

EIB Group Launches Comprehensive Plan to Boost Workplace Transparency and Well-Being

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group) has launched an action plan to enhance workplace transparency, accountability, and well-being. Key elements include the creation of an independent Ombudsman, improved conflict resolution mechanisms, and better whistleblower protection. The plan … Read the full press release

Thales Secures Contract to Provide Advanced Flight Simulators for German Armed Forces Helicopter Training

(IN BRIEF) Thales has signed a significant contract with Airbus Helicopters to supply 8 Full Flight Simulators (FFS) Reality H® for training pilots of the H145M helicopters used by the German Armed Forces. These high-tech simulators offer advanced realism and … Read the full press release

Ericsson and TDC NET Pioneer Virtual Reality Training for Engineers

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and TDC NET have initiated a groundbreaking collaboration to provide Virtual Reality (VR) training for TDC NET’s engineers, marking the first of its kind in the Nordics. This innovative approach replaces traditional 2D screen training with immersive … Read the full press release

BBSRC to Revamp Doctoral Provision, Aligning with UKRI’s Collective Talent Funding Model

(IN BRIEF) The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is set to restructure its doctoral provision, effective from 2024, as part of its commitment to ensuring access to top-notch doctoral training. This strategic move aligns with BBSRC’s 2022-2025 delivery … Read the full press release

Amey Marks 15 Years of Partnership with Royal British Legion Industries, Contributing Over £730k in Social Value

(IN BRIEF) Amey is celebrating 15 years of partnership with the Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI), a charity that supports veterans and individuals with disabilities through employment and training. Over this period, Amey has invested more than £4.3 million in … Read the full press release

Bosch Focuses on Training and Technology to Address Labor Shortages and Aging Society

(IN BRIEF) Bosch is addressing the challenges posed by an aging society and labor shortages by focusing on training and upskilling, as well as leveraging intelligent technology to make work easier for employees. In 2022, the company provided over 30,000 … Read the full press release

SGL Carbon Commits to Nurturing Young Talent: Welcomes 32 New Apprentices

(IN BRIEF) SGL Carbon welcomes 32 new apprentices across multiple sites, reaffirming their commitment to nurturing young talent. In Meitingen, 13 apprentices will train in various fields, including industrial mechanics and process mechanics, while Brembo SGL Carbon Ceramic Brakes trains … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Welcomes 528 New Apprentices to Foster Skilled Workforce in Evolving Transport Solutions Industry

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus, a commercial vehicle manufacturer, has welcomed 528 new apprentices across twelve occupations at its three large German production sites in Munich, Nuremberg, and Salzgitter, along with German service workshops. Additionally, 30 dual students are … Read the full press release

Technology Services Provider SCC Supports CASBA’s Advocacy for Inclusion of Learning Disabilities

(IN BRIEF) SCC, a leading technology services provider, has partnered with CASBA, a Birmingham-based charity that supports individuals with learning disabilities. As part of their commitment to inclusivity, SCC has provided a grant of £1,000 and donated IT equipment to … Read the full press release

BMT and QECC Drive Innovation in Navigation Training with Advanced Simulators

(IN BRIEF) BMT has partnered with QECC (Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers) to revolutionize navigation training through a multi-year pilot training program. The collaboration involves the optimization of BMT’s ship and tug bridge simulator suite to enhance the practice of challenging … Read the full press release