MUNICH & PFORZHEIM, Germany - Tuesday, 22. April 2025

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Electricity from renewable sources has become the new normal – in Germany alone, around 60 percent of net electricity generation came from renewables in 2024. But the growing volume of green power is posing new challenges for energy supply: The integration into the existing system urgently requires more flexibility. A Euroelectric/EY study forecasts a doubling of daily European flexibility demand by 2030 compared to 2021, potentially reaching 1.8 TWh daily (137 TWh annually), a substantial rise from the prior 1.5 TWh weekly demand. Electric vehicle (EV) batteries are identified as a key flexibility solution, potentially offering around 116 TWh capacity within five years.

Dr. Frank Spennemann, Senior Manager Charging Solutions Energy at Mercedes-Benz, has a clear view of the importance of bidirectional charging, particularly vehicle-to-grid technology, for the success of the ener ... Read more »

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) today announced the appointment of Brian Franz as Chief Technology, Data & Analytics Officer, effective April 21, 2025. Mr. Franz will report to President and Chief Executive Officer Stéphane de La Faverie and will join the company’s Executive Team.

“As we drive our bold Beauty Reimagined vision, Brian’s deep expertise and fresh perspectives will be pivotal in executing the biggest technology and operational transformation in our company’s history,” said Mr. de La Faverie. “Brian’s experience in modernizing infrastructure, building resilient and sustainable platforms, and advancing AI-driven capabilities will be critical as we accelerate our evolution into a more agile and consumer-focused organization. Brian’s strategic leadership, combined with his passion for innovation and talent development, makes him the ideal leader to shape the future of Technology, Data ... Read more »

HERZOGENAURACH, Germany - 
(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Sports company PUMA has achieved its goal of making 9 out of 10 products from recycled or certified materials in 2024 and made further progress in its focus areas circularity, climate and human rights, the company said as part of its sustainability report which was published on Tuesday.

Since initially setting the goal of 9 out of 10 products in 2021, PUMA has sharply increased the use of recycled and certified materials, which emit fewer greenhouse gases. In 2024, PUMA used 13% recycled cotton and about 75% of recycled polyester fabric in its products.

“Reaching our goal of 9 out of 10 products one year ahead of schedule is a testament to the great teamwork of everybody involved at PUMA and our manufacturing partners,” said PUMA’s Chief Product Officer Maria Valdes. “We will take this momentum and continue to look for ways to reduce our environmental footprint as part of our Vision 2030 ... Read more »

World Health Organization prequalifies Syngenta’s innovative insecticide Sovrenta®
 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Malaria is one of the world’s most deadly diseases, and it is becoming more pervasive – despite decades of effort and some successes on the path to eradicating it. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), malaria infected 263 million people and killed nearly 600,000 people in 2023 – 75% of whom were children under the age of 5. Of those afflicted, 94% are in Africa – where malaria crushes communities and can cripple economies.

Spread by parasites in infected mosquitoes that are highly adept at evolving, malaria’s rise reflects the reality of insecticide resistance and the difficulties developing new solutions. The effective control of mosquitoes remains a key strategy for reducing disease transmission.

Syngenta, a global leader in agricultural innovation, today announced that its next-generation inse ... Read more »

SAN DIEGO - Tuesday, 22. April 2025 AETOSWire Print 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Invivoscribe is proud to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, the Laboratory for Personalized Molecular Medicine® (LabPMM), LLC has received approval from the New York State Department of Health to offer the FLT3 ITD MRD Assay to assess measurable residual disease (MRD). LabPMM’s ultra-sensitive next generation sequencing FLT3 ITD MRD Assay provides clinicians with critical insights to tailor acute myeloid leukemia (AML) treatments and improve patient outcomes.

Following a rigorous review by the Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program (CLEP), the Department of Health has determined that LabPMM meets the required standards and granted approval to offer the FLT3 ITD MRD Assay in New York State. This approval underscores the assay’s robust analytical performance and clinical utility in the detection of MRD in patients with FLT3 ITD-mu ... Read more »

WaHa, a leading climate technology company, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, announced an enhanced partnership to raise energy efficiency and capability of WaHa Vaporator® atmospheric water generation (AWG) technology for water security in the UAE and Middle East.

The collaboration will optimize advanced material selection and energy efficiency for the WaHa Vaporator®, a patented technology with unparalleled energy efficiency for AWG and HVAC systems, creating distributed, reliable, and cost-effective potable water sources, independent from existing water supplies.

The partnership builds on an existing relationship between WaHa and Khalifa University. The University has been testing two versions of the WaHa Vaporator in Abu Dhabi since April 2024, and the latest version has demonstrated exceptional performance with 100% uptime and 99.9% reliability, with improved energy efficiency and surpassing daily water production targets.

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Osaka, Japan - Tuesday, 22. April 2025

The Kuwait Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, officially opened its doors today, unveiling a spectacular architectural landmark that embodies the country’s bold vision for the future.

Designed as a “Visionary Lighthouse”, the pavilion stands as a dynamic symbol of the ambitious national development plan, New Kuwait 2035, seamlessly integrating the nation’s rich heritage, innovation, and sustainability in a transformative visitor experience that engages audiences from around the world.

Located in the “Empowering Lives” district, the pavilion’s design draws inspiration from Kuwait’s maritime and desert landscapes, reflecting the nation’s journey of resilience, progress, and forward-looking spirit.

Kuwait’s participation in Expo 2025 Osaka highlights the continuation of a long-standing relationship between Kuwait and Japan, built on economic collab ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 
UAE Government Approved Digital Signature Solution Evolves to Deliver Feature-Packed Upgrade
GCG (Gulf Commercial Group) Enterprise Solutions, a leading provider of Digital Transformation, Print, IT and AV Solutions has announced that its proprietary “G-Sign” digital signature solution will shortly be receiving a feature-packed update.

G-Sign V2 is being primed for market release within Q2-2025 and follows-up on the successful debut of this proprietary solution back in June 2023. As the first-of-it-kind digital signature solutions approved by the UAE Government, G-Sign uniquely extends easy integration with UAE Pass, making it the preferred choice of regional enterprises and government entities.

The upgraded V2 of G-Sign now deliver a powerhouse of new features aimed at empowering enterprises with greater safety, speed and agility:

Enhanced UI/UX: Improved visual appeal plus seamless, engaging user exp ... Read more »