Tag Archives: UK

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

Rough Gas Storage Facility Supports UK’s Winter Energy Needs with Record Fill and Increased Production

(IN BRIEF) Centrica’s Rough gas storage facility in the UK has played a vital role in meeting the country’s energy needs during the November 2024 cold snap, pumping 4.35 Bcf of gas into the National Transmission System, powering up to … Read the full press release

RWE’s Sofia Offshore Wind Farm Delivers £760M Economic Boost and Community Impact

(IN BRIEF) RWE’s Sofia Offshore Wind Farm, located on Dogger Bank off England’s northeast coast, is set to deliver £760 million in economic value during its development and construction phases, including significant contributions to Yorkshire, Humber, and the North East. … Read the full press release

Liverpool City Region Secures £6.75 Million to Become UK’s Leading Music Innovation Hub

(IN BRIEF) The Liverpool City Region has been awarded £6.75 million to establish itself as a UKRI Creative Cluster for the music sector through the MusicFutures initiative. Led by the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University, the five-year … Read the full press release

NEXT Partners with Zalando’s ZEOS to Streamline Online Fulfilment Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) British fashion retailer NEXT has partnered with ZEOS, Zalando’s B2B unit, to manage its direct-to-consumer online orders across most of continental Europe starting in Q4 2025. This collaboration extends their existing relationship, with ZEOS handling NEXT’s own webshop … Read the full press release

Maersk Halifax Becomes Industry’s First Large Vessel Converted to Dual-Fuel Methanol Operation

(IN BRIEF) Maersk has retrofitted the Maersk Halifax into the industry’s first large dual-fuel vessel capable of operating on methanol, completed in 88 days at Zhoushan Xinya Shipyard, China. The conversion, led by MAN Energy Solutions, involved replacing engine components, … Read the full press release

Global Energy Giants Commit $500 Million to Advance Universal Energy Access for Underserved Regions

(IN BRIEF) Four major energy companies—bp, Equinor, Shell, and TotalEnergies—have committed $500 million to address global energy access challenges, particularly in underserved regions like Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. This collaborative effort aims to support UN Sustainable Development … Read the full press release

SSAB Launches Strenx® Certified Fabricator Program to Boost Excellence in High-Strength Steel Fabrication

(IN BRIEF) SSAB has launched the Strenx® Certified Fabricator program to recognize top fabricators excelling in high-strength steel fabrication. This initiative connects certified fabricators, including MTL Advanced Ltd in the UK, who demonstrate exceptional quality, innovation, and sustainable practices in … Read the full press release