Kurt Satzinger Takes Helm of voestalpine’s R&D, Driving Innovation into Digital and Resource-Efficient Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Kurt Satzinger assumes leadership of voestalpine’s Research and Development (R&D) division, succeeding Franz Androsch, who retires after a distinguished tenure. With voestalpine’s robust commitment to innovation, Satzinger, equipped with extensive experience within the company, is poised to spearhead … Read the full press release

Breakthrough in Capacitor Technology Paves the Way for More Efficient Medical Devices and Electric Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Twente have developed a groundbreaking design strategy to enhance the efficiency, storage capacity, and durability of capacitors used in critical applications like pacemakers, defibrillators, radar technology, and electric vehicles. Led by Dr. Minh … Read the full press release

Holcim Reports Robust Q1 Performance with Over-Proportional Growth and Strategic Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, a global leader in building solutions, announced its first-quarter 2024 results, showcasing strong growth and strategic expansion. Despite challenges, the company reported a net sales increase of 3.4% in local currency, with recurring EBIT growth of 17.1%. … Read the full press release

Neste Navigates Resiliently Through Challenging First Quarter in Renewables Market

(IN BRIEF) Neste, a leader in renewable fuels and circular economy solutions, unveiled its first-quarter 2024 results, demonstrating resilience amidst a weak renewables market. Despite challenges, the company reported a comparable EBITDA of EUR 551 million, reflecting a proactive approach … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Reports Positive Progress in Sustainability Journey with Q1 2024 Results

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, a leader in energy management and automation, has unveiled its first-quarter results for the Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) program, in conjunction with financial outcomes. The SSI program, integral to the company’s 2021–2025 sustainability targets, encompasses environmental, … Read the full press release

Safran Leads French Innovation with Record-Breaking Patent Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Safran has secured its position as France’s top patent holder, with a staggering 16,457 active patents, according to the National Industrial Property Institute’s (INPI) inaugural ranking. The aerospace giant’s relentless commitment to innovation is evident in its extensive … Read the full press release

NIB and Aktia Bank Partner to Boost SMEs and Environmental Projects in Finland with EUR 75 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) and Aktia Bank Plc have joined forces in a seven-year EUR 75 million loan agreement aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), smaller mid-caps (SMCs), and environmental projects in Finland. With a commitment … Read the full press release

Husqvarna Secures EUR 100 Million Loan for Electric Equipment R&D

  (IN BRIEF) Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) and Husqvarna AB, a Swedish outdoor power products manufacturer, have inked a EUR 100 million 7-year loan pact to fund research and development (R&D) efforts from 2022 to 2024 in electrifying motorized equipment. … Read the full press release

Sika Expands in Latin America with New Synthetic Macro Fiber Facility in Peru

(IN BRIEF) Sika is establishing a cutting-edge facility in Lima, Peru, to manufacture synthetic macro fibers, further solidifying its position as a key supplier to the mining industry and infrastructure projects in Latin America. These fibers, leveraging advanced technology, enhance … Read the full press release

Finnvera Backs Nokia’s $1.5 Billion 5G Deal with India’s Reliance Jio

(IN BRIEF) Finnvera, Finland’s export credit agency, has granted Nokia’s 5G deliveries a buyer credit guarantee worth USD 1.5 billion, marking one of its largest financing arrangements in history. The deal supports Nokia’s pivotal role in India’s 5G revolution, where … Read the full press release

EU Commission Backs Thales-Led AI Project for Land Forces’ Optronic Systems

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission has signed a Grant Agreement for the STORE (Shared daTabase for Optronics image Recognition and Evaluation) research project, led by Thales and funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF). Involving a consortium of 20 partners … Read the full press release

LPKF Laser & Electronics SE Meets Q1 Guidance, Focuses on Growth Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) LPKF Laser & Electronics SE achieved its Q1 revenue of EUR 25.4 million and adjusted EBIT of EUR -4.3 million, meeting guidance despite challenges in incoming orders due to project delays. The company made strides in key areas, … Read the full press release

Symrise AG Reports Strong Q1 Growth, Confirms 2024 and Long-Term Targets

(IN BRIEF) Symrise AG kicked off the 2024 fiscal year with a successful start, reporting a 5% increase in sales to €1.3 billion, supported by robust demand and organic growth of 10.9%. Dr. Jean-Yves Parisot, CEO, expressed optimism for the … Read the full press release

Symrise Unveils Novel Health Solutions at Vitafoods Europe 2024

(IN BRIEF) Symrise is set to debut innovative health active solutions at Vitafoods Europe 2024, showcasing six concepts designed to address gut health, immunity, healthy aging, and metabolic health. The company’s focus on consumer needs drives the development of these … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz LN2 Trucks: Conquering Four Decades of Light-Duty Truck Segment

(IN BRIEF) Celebrating four decades since their international debut in Rome, the Mercedes-Benz LN2 trucks made a significant impact in the light-duty truck segment. Produced from 1984 to 1998, they succeeded the LP series, dominating with their versatile range, advanced … Read the full press release

Adyen Reports Strong Q1 2024 Growth with €297.8 Billion Processed Volume

(IN BRIEF) Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) announced robust growth in its Q1 2024 business update, driven by a 46% year-over-year increase in processed volume, totaling €297.8 billion, attributed to volume acceleration with existing enterprise customers. Net revenue also saw a significant … Read the full press release

CNP Assurances Enters Negotiations to Sell Insurance Operations in Cyprus and Greece to Hellenic Bank

(IN BRIEF) CNP Assurances has initiated exclusive negotiations with Hellenic Bank for the sale of its insurance operations in Cyprus and Greece. These operations, conducted through CNP Cyprus Insurance Holdings (CIH), represent a small fraction of CNP Assurances Group’s total … Read the full press release

Collaboration for Carbon Neutrality: Swedish Companies Initiate Hydrogen and Biofuel Value Chain

(IN BRIEF) Boliden, Nevel, Skellefteå Kraft, and Sveaskog have entered a letter of intent to conduct a feasibility study for establishing a hydrogen and biofuel value chain in Västerbotten, Sweden, with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions, particularly at the … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Reports Stable Profitability Amidst Economic Challenges

(IN BRIEF) International technology group ANDRITZ has announced satisfactory business development in the first quarter of 2024, with stable profitability despite a slight decrease in revenue. While total order intake declined from the previous year’s high, orders for green technologies … Read the full press release

EIB Invests €150 Million in Helsinki’s Renewable Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has inked a €150 million loan deal with Helen Ltd, a prominent Finnish energy company owned by the City of Helsinki. This funding aims to bolster two new renewable-energy initiatives in the district … Read the full press release

Outokumpu Completes Restructuring Negotiations, Moves Toward Operational Centralization in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, in line with its company strategy announced in November 2023, has concluded negotiations with employee representatives regarding restructuring measures in Germany. The plan involves shutting down operations at the Dahlerbrück and Hockenheim sites and centralizing advanced materials … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank President Addresses UN Financing for Development Forum

(IN BRIEF) Nadia Calviño, President of the European Investment Bank Group, participates in the 2024 Financing for Development Forum at the United Nations in New York. The forum, convened by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), aims to … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool and UK Shipping Concierge Foster Maritime Collaboration at Hong Kong Event

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool, in collaboration with the UK Shipping Concierge, organized the Maritime Breakfast Exchange at the British Consulate in Hong Kong, providing a platform for maritime leaders from Hong Kong and the UK to discuss collaborative … Read the full press release

Ericsson and IIT Kanpur Forge Strategic Alliance to Advance Financial Innovation in India

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson India and the Foundation for Innovation & Research in Science & Technology (F.I.R.S.T) at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur have announced a two-year strategic partnership aimed at driving innovation in Mobile Financial Services (MFS) and Fintech … Read the full press release

Nordea Group Chief Economist Highlights Nordic Economic Resilience Amid Global Challenges

(IN BRIEF) In a recent analysis, Helge Pedersen, Nordea Group Chief Economist, emphasizes the global economic resilience, signaling a potential soft landing. However, strong labor markets pose challenges for monetary policy, especially with the new geopolitical dynamics. While Norway and … Read the full press release

MTU Aero Engines AG Secures €300 Million Promissory Note for Corporate Financing

(IN BRIEF) MTU Aero Engines AG has achieved a significant milestone by successfully placing a €300 million promissory note (Schuldschein), which garnered strong investor interest and was oversubscribed by two-and-a-half times. CFO Peter Kameritsch noted that due to the high … Read the full press release

Daimler Truck Reaches Milestone: 1 Millionth Freightliner Cascadia Produced

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck AG celebrates a monumental achievement with the production of the 1 millionth Freightliner Cascadia heavy-duty truck, marking a significant milestone in the North American trucking industry. Since its debut in 2007, the Cascadia has been at … Read the full press release

Bechtle Launches New Subsidiary for Industrial 3D Printing Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle Group is launching a new subsidiary, Bechtle Additive Manufacturing Deutschland GmbH, in May 2024, dedicated to marketing industrial 3D printing solutions. Stemming from the successful track record of Bechtle PLM Deutschland, this spin-off aims to capitalize on … Read the full press release

KSB Expands Production of Eta Pumps in Germany Despite Lack of Government Funding

(IN BRIEF) KSB, a leading manufacturer of pumps and valves, has announced plans to expand the production of Eta pumps at its headquarters in Frankenthal, Germany, making it the center of excellence for the latest generation of electronically controlled pumps … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies and Vanguard Renewables Forge Joint Venture to Boost Renewable Natural Gas Projects Across the US

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies and Vanguard Renewables have established an equally owned joint venture to accelerate the development, construction, and operation of Farm Powered® renewable natural gas (RNG) projects in the United States. The agreement, signed in New York, marks a … Read the full press release

TotalEnergies Expands Portfolio Through Strategic Asset Swaps with Trident Energy

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies EP Congo, an 85%-owned affiliate of TotalEnergies, has inked a deal with Trident Energy, involving the acquisition of an additional 10% interest in the Moho license and the sale of its 53.5% interest in the Nkossa and … Read the full press release

SFC Energy Collaborates with ConnectCom Sarl to Provide Customized Emergency Power Solutions

(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy AG, a leading supplier of hydrogen and methanol fuel cells, has partnered with ConnectCom Sarl to develop a customized emergency power solution. The collaboration involves supplying stationary EFOY H₂Cabinet X series units and utilizing the H₂Genset … Read the full press release

Hexagon Strengthens Construction Safety Solutions with Xwatch Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon, a global leader in digital reality solutions, has announced the acquisition of Xwatch Safety Solutions, a provider of machine control hardware and software technologies for enhancing safety protocols on construction sites. Xwatch’s solutions, including height control and … Read the full press release

Vodafone and Google Partner to Streamline Cloud Connectivity for Businesses

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has announced a collaboration with Google aimed at simplifying cloud connectivity for businesses. This partnership involves the creation of one of the largest cloud-based software-defined wide area networks (SD-WANs) globally, providing customers with a virtual overlay on … Read the full press release

NASA’s CloudSat Satellite Concludes 17-Year Mission Enhancing Weather Predictions

(IN BRIEF) After over 17 years in orbit, NASA’s CloudSat satellite, constructed by BAE Systems, has concluded its mission, providing crucial data on cloud profiles and properties to improve weather prediction models. Launched in 2006, CloudSat was part of a … Read the full press release

Eni’s Q1 2024 Results Show Accelerated Growth and Strategic Portfolio Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Eni’s Board of Directors, under the leadership of Giuseppe Zafarana, approved the unaudited consolidated results for Q1 2024, showcasing an accelerated transformation of the company’s portfolio. CEO Claudio Descalzi highlighted key achievements, including the acquisition of Neptune Energy … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s Elli and EnerKíte Introduce Game-Changing Energy-Autonomous EV Charging Solution

(IN BRIEF) At the Hannover Messe, Volkswagen Group’s subsidiary Elli, in collaboration with airborne wind turbine manufacturer EnerKíte and the Technical University of Braunschweig, unveils a pioneering research project with potential to revolutionize electric vehicle charging. The project harnesses high-altitude … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Boosts Berlin SME Financing with €24.5 Million Guarantee

(IN BRIEF) Investitionsbank Berlin (IBB) is expanding its support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Berlin through a €24.5 million counter-guarantee provided by the European Investment Fund (EIF). This backing, facilitated by the InvestEU programme, allows IBB to enhance … Read the full press release

JT Group Leads the Charge Against Financial Fraud with Vodafone’s Scam Signal

(IN BRIEF) JT Group Limited has emerged as the first Channel Partner to offer Vodafone’s Scam Signal, a groundbreaking service designed to fortify fraud defenses for financial institutions. Developed by Vodafone Carrier Services, Scam Signal aims to combat impersonation scams, … Read the full press release

DHL Freight Deploys Fully Electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 Trucks for Sustainable Transport

(IN BRIEF) DHL Freight has introduced its first fully electric heavy tractor-trailers, Mercedes-Benz eActros 300, in Germany, marking a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions in delivery and distribution transport. Deployed at the Koblenz and Hagen sites, these vehicles … Read the full press release