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Sweco AB Appoints Jan Allde as New CFO to Drive Strategic Growth Amid Europe’s Green Transition

Posted on 10, April 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Sweco AB has appointed Jan Allde as its new CFO and member of its Executive Team, with his tenure beginning on 1 August 2025. He will replace Olof Stålnacke, who is set to leave the company during the … Read the full press release →

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Wabtec Acquires Dellner Couplers from EQT VIII Fund for EUR 890 Million, Strengthening Global Rail Safety

Posted on 18, March 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) EQT VIII Fund has agreed to sell Dellner Couplers to Wabtec Corporation for approximately EUR 890 million. Under EQT’s ownership since 2019, Dellner evolved from a family-owned company in Sweden into a global leader in train connection systems … Read the full press release →

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AkzoNobel Names Dr. Hans-Joachim Müller to Supervisory Board Amid Key Leadership Transitions

Posted on 13, March 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) AkzoNobel has nominated Dr. Hans-Joachim Müller for a Supervisory Board seat, with the decision pending shareholder approval at the AGM on April 25, 2025. Praised by Chair Ben Noteboom for his extensive scientific expertise and industry experience, Dr. … Read the full press release →

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Wolters Kluwer Taps Fintech Leader Lisa Nelson as New CEO to Drive Compliance Innovation

Posted on 10, March 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer has named fintech veteran Lisa Nelson as CEO of its Financial & Corporate Compliance division, effective March 31. With more than 25 years of experience in financial services and a proven track record at Equifax, FICO, … Read the full press release →

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Philippe Maillard Appointed Chief Operating Officer of BNP Paribas to Drive Operational and Technological Transformation

Posted on 12, February 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Philippe Maillard has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of BNP Paribas, effective 11 February 2025. Maillard, who previously served as COO of BNP Paribas’ Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) division, will now join the … Read the full press release →

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bp and Iberdrola Begin Construction of Spain’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant in Castellón

Posted on 8, February 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) A joint venture between bp and Iberdrola España has commenced construction of Spain’s largest green hydrogen plant, set to begin operations by 2026. Located next to the bp refinery in Castellón, this 25 MW plant is expected to … Read the full press release →

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UniCredit Wins Global Bank of the Year 2024 and EMEA Loan House of the Year

Posted on 7, February 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit has been named Global Bank of the Year 2024 and EMEA Loan House of the Year by IFR, marking a significant achievement in the bank’s ongoing transformation. The recognition highlights UniCredit’s leadership in banking and its successful … Read the full press release →

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AFRY Achieves Eighth Consecutive Bronze Award in Energy, Utilities & Environment Category

Posted on 6, February 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has once again been awarded the Bronze recognition in the Energy, Utilities & Environment category by the Financial Times and Statista, marking its eighth consecutive year on the list. The ranking is based on extensive surveys of … Read the full press release →

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BT Group Appoints Jon James as CEO of BT Business to Strengthen UK Focus

Posted on 30, January 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) BT Group plc has appointed Jon James as CEO of BT Business, effective 3 March 2025, following his successful tenure as CEO of Nuuday in Denmark, where he led the company through a transformative growth phase. This appointment … Read the full press release →

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SIX Announces Leadership Changes with Departures of Javier Hernani and Jochen Dürr

Posted on 29, January 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) SIX has announced that two of its Executive Board members, Javier Hernani and Jochen Dürr, will leave the company effective 1 February 2025. Hernani, who led the Business Unit Securities Services since the acquisition of BME, expanded its … Read the full press release →

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EIF Invests €25 Million in IB Deuda Impacto España to Support Sustainable Development in Spain’s SMEs

Posted on 28, January 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €25 million to the IB Deuda Impacto España fund to support Spanish SMEs involved in high-impact sectors such as rural development, inclusive labor markets, climate, and sustainable agriculture. This investment, which … Read the full press release →

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Shell Announces Leadership Changes as Huibert Vigeveno Steps Down After 30 Years of Service

Posted on 23, January 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Huibert Vigeveno, a long-serving Shell executive, will step down from his role as Director of Downstream, Renewables, and Energy Solutions, effective 31 March 2025, after a remarkable 30-year career. CEO Wael Sawan thanked Huibert for his contributions, highlighting … Read the full press release →

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Bentley Motors Recognized as a Top Employer for 14th Consecutive Year, Reinforcing Commitment to Employee Excellence

Posted on 16, January 2025 by

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors has been named a Top Employer in the UK for the fourteenth consecutive year, recognizing the company’s commitment to creating an innovative, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Bentley achieved higher scores in all key categories, including colleague … Read the full press release →

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Sweco to Design Landmark Hospital for Kiruna’s Relocation and Transformation

Posted on 20, November 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Sweco has been commissioned by Region Norrbotten to design and plan a new regional hospital as part of Kiruna’s relocation three kilometers east due to the expansion of its iron ore mine. The hospital, expected to be completed … Read the full press release →

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Siemens AG Announces Executive Appointments to Propel Digital and Sustainable Transformation

Posted on 8, August 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The Supervisory Board’s decisions reflect Siemens’ commitment to accelerating its strategic initiatives and driving significant value creation. With these leadership changes, Siemens is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory and support its customers’ transformation journeys. For more information, … Read the full press release →

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University of Twente’s ITC Faculty Wins BNA Best Building of the Year 2024 Award

Posted on 25, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente’s ITC Faculty has been honored with the prestigious BNA Best Building of the Year 2024 award, recognizing its exceptional architectural design and sustainability. The transformation of the former brutalist laboratory into an open and … Read the full press release →

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Borealis Marks 30 Years of Innovation: Accelerating Industry Transformation and Sustainability

Posted on 4, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) In March 2024, Borealis commemorates its three-decade journey as a pioneer and innovator in the polymers industry, celebrating its contributions to industry advancement and sustainability. Born from a merger between Statoil and Neste, Borealis has evolved into a … Read the full press release →

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BT Group Sells Iconic BT Tower for £275m to MCR Hotels for Transformation into Landmark Hotel

Posted on 22, February 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) BT Group has reached an agreement to sell the iconic BT Tower to MCR Hotels for £275 million. MCR Hotels, known for preserving historic landmarks, plans to repurpose the tower into a hotel, securing its status as a … Read the full press release →

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Prudential Appoints Arjan Toor as CEO Health to Drive Transformation and Customer Trust

Posted on 16, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Prudential plc has announced the appointment of Arjan Toor as its new CEO Health, effective from February 1, 2024. This appointment is a significant step in Prudential’s strategic transformation, focusing on its Health business as one of its … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Announces Virtual Annual Shareholders’ Meeting in February 2024, Proposes Increased Dividend, and Highlights Strong Fiscal Year Performance

Posted on 12, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG has revealed plans for its Annual Shareholders’ Meeting scheduled for February 8, 2024, to be held in a virtual format, following approval at the 2023 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting. The company’s Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Jim … Read the full press release →

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