Tag Archives: UK

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

(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

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

(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

Barclays’ Mortgage Boost Aims to Ease First-Time Buyers’ Path to Home Ownership

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has introduced Mortgage Boost, an initiative aimed at helping first-time buyers borrow more without the need for a larger deposit. The scheme allows family or friends to increase the borrowing capacity without directly lending money, offering a … Read the full press release

Logicor Opens 800,000 sq ft Logistics Park in Daventry, Creating Jobs and Supporting Sustainable Development

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has completed its largest logistics development in the UK with the opening of Logicor Park Daventry, which includes three state-of-the-art warehouses totaling 800,000 sq ft. Strategically located in the logistics “Golden Triangle,” the park offers exceptional access … Read the full press release

University of Exeter and Ain Shams University Launch First Russell Group Branch Campus in Africa

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has formed a transformative partnership with Ain Shams University in Cairo to establish the first-ever Russell Group branch campus in Africa. This collaboration will offer globally accredited programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and … Read the full press release

Bilfinger Expands Engineering Workforce in Czech Republic with Acquisition of 200 McDermott Employees

(IN BRIEF) Bilfinger is expanding its engineering operations in the Czech Republic by integrating approximately 200 McDermott employees from the Brno office into its Bilfinger Engineering & Maintenance Central Eastern Europe (Bilfinger E&M CEE) division, effective December 31, 2024. This … Read the full press release

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

(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

Amazon Secures Record Order of 200+ Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 Trucks for Sustainable Logistics in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Amazon has placed its largest-ever order of electric trucks, selecting over 200 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 vehicles. This marks the largest electric truck order in Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ history. The trucks will be deployed across Amazon’s middle-mile network in Germany … Read the full press release

Savills Appoints Joel Gazeres to Lead Growth of Healthcare and Senior Living Team in OCM Division

(IN BRIEF) Savills has appointed Joel Gazeres to its Operational Capital Markets (OCM) division, where he will focus on growing the Healthcare and Senior Living team. Gazeres joins from CBRE, bringing 20 years of expertise in healthcare real estate, including … Read the full press release

Story House Egmont Extends 75-Year Partnership with Disney, Regains UK Publishing Rights

(IN BRIEF) Story House Egmont has renewed its 75-year partnership with The Walt Disney Company to continue publishing Disney franchise magazines in 27 countries across Europe and select international markets. Beginning in 2025, Story House Egmont will also return as … Read the full press release

ASSA ABLOY Expands Physical Access Control Solutions with Acquisition of 3millID and Third Millennium Systems

(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has announced its acquisition of 3millID Corporation and Third Millennium Systems Ltd, both specializing in physical access control solutions. These acquisitions will expand ASSA ABLOY’s offerings and support growth opportunities, particularly outside the United States. 3millID, … Read the full press release

BT Group’s Research Reveals UK’s Growing Obsession with Live Events, Streaming, and Multi-tasking

(IN BRIEF) BT Group’s Network Wrapped report reveals that 56% of the UK population views live sport as the most significant cultural moment of the year, surpassing the UK general election. The study shows a rise in split-screening behavior, with … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Sells 50% Stake in West Burton Energy to EPUKI, Forming Joint Venture for Flexible Power Operations in the UK

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has sold 50% of its shares in West Burton Energy to EPUKI, the UK subsidiary of EPH, forming a joint venture to operate the 1.3 GW gas-fired power plant and 49 MW battery storage system. The partnership … Read the full press release

Eviden, Ordo, and ByzGen Launch Pilot Open Banking Platform to Transform Real-Time Payments with AI and Blockchain

(IN BRIEF) Eviden, part of the Atos Group, has partnered with fintech company Ordo and blockchain specialist ByzGen to pilot an innovative open banking platform. The solution enables real-time direct payments, offering a secure and cost-effective alternative to traditional payment … Read the full press release

Wood to Lead Project Management for £4 Billion Net Zero Teesside and Northern Endurance Decarbonisation Projects in the UK

(IN BRIEF) Wood has been chosen to provide project management and engineering services for the next phase of the Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power) and Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) carbon capture and storage projects in the UK. These initiatives, … Read the full press release

University of Kent Partners with Siemens to Halve Carbon Emissions and Modernize Campus by 2030

(IN BRIEF) The University of Kent has partnered with Siemens Smart Infrastructure to reduce its campus scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 50% by 2030, as part of its broader goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. Following a … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Introduces Sunflower Lanyard Features and Expands Inclusion Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has launched initiatives to promote inclusion for individuals with hidden disabilities. Partnering with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, LEGO introduced Sunflower lanyard features in new LEGO sets and Minifigure Factories, raising awareness about non-visible disabilities. The company … Read the full press release

BT Group Secures £1.29bn Contract to Continue Powering the UK’s Emergency Services Network

(IN BRIEF) BT Group has secured a £1.29bn contract with the Home Office to provide mobile services for the Emergency Services Network (ESN) over 7.25 years, with an option for a one-year extension. The ESN, built on EE’s award-winning 4G … Read the full press release

Saint-Gobain Advances Strategic Growth Plan with Sale of PAM Building to Aldebaran and Bpifrance

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain has completed the sale of its PAM Building subsidiary, a producer of sanitary and rainwater drainage solutions, to the French investment fund Aldebaran, with Bpifrance holding a minority stake. The divestment, which includes production facilities in France … Read the full press release

Morrisons Launches ‘Tractor Tuesdays’ to Support Farmers with 25% Discount at Cafés Nationwide

(IN BRIEF) Starting December 3, 2024, Morrisons will offer a 25% discount every Tuesday at all its Cafés for farmers, aiming to foster community and support within the farming industry. The initiative, called ‘Tractor Tuesdays,’ encourages farmers to gather, share … Read the full press release