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EQS-News: PRECISIS GmbH celebrates Win at the Innovation Award of the Federal State Baden-Württemberg 2023

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Heidelberg, November 22nd 2023* — We are overjoyed to announce that PRECISIS GmbH has been not only nominated but has secured victory in the prestigious Innovation Award of the Federal State Baden-Württemberg 2023 on 21st of November 2023.

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  • Heidelberg, November 22nd 2023* — We are overjoyed to announce that PRECISIS GmbH has been not only nominated but has secured victory in the prestigious Innovation Award of the Federal State Baden-Württemberg 2023 on 21st of November 2023.
  • This recognition fills us with immense pride and reinforces our dedication to pushing the boundaries of medical technology.
  • Winning in the Innovation Award of the Federal State Baden-Württemberg 2023 is a tremendous honor for us.
  • At PRECISIS GmbH, we are passionate about making a meaningful impact, and this victory serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire team.

Germany Invested Nearly EUR 1.5 Billion in Energy Research in 2022

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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BERLIN, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The state invested EUR 1.11 billion in 7365 running and 1661 new energy research projects. Almost EUR 320 million in additional money went to the Helmholtz Society, one of the largest research organizations in the world. In the long term, the total sum of EUR 1.486 billion represents an increase of 75 percent over 2014.

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  • BERLIN, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The state invested EUR 1.11 billion in 7365 running and 1661 new energy research projects.
  • Almost EUR 320 million in additional money went to the Helmholtz Society, one of the largest research organizations in the world.
  • In the long term, the total sum of EUR 1.486 billion represents an increase of 75 percent over 2014.
  • Over EUR 300 million went to small and medium-sized enterprises doing energy research.

Germany to Get Comprehensive Hydrogen Distribution Infrastructure

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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BERLIN, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The proposed legislation is part of Germany's ambitious strategy to become CO2-neutral in years to come. Green hydrogen is an integral part of those plans.

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  • "This requires a speedy, cost-efficient hydrogen network in Germany that will grow with the hydrogen economy and be embedded in the internal EU market."
  • The plans will see operators of natural gas networks in Germany draw up models for the new hydrogen infrastructure in the coming months.
  • "Hydrogen is the ideal connector between the electricity, mobility and heating sectors and can be stored with relative ease," says Germany Trade & Invest hydrogen expert Heiko Staubitz.
  • It helps international companies do business in Germany and German companies do business abroad.

Leading Sustainability Policy Makers & Trailblazers To Unite at London Climate Technology Show 2023

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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LONDON, May 4, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Europe's premier climate technology conference & tradeshow is all set to become better and bigger than ever before with the confirmed participation of many industry giants from across the world.

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  • LONDON, May 4, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Europe's premier climate technology conference & tradeshow is all set to become better and bigger than ever before with the confirmed participation of many industry giants from across the world.
  • Know More About Speakers (https://climatetechshow.com/conference/speakers/)
    In addition, the event will host a large-scale exhibition, wherein cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions favourable to the green economy will be displayed.
  • "London Climate Technology Show 2023 is a crucial platform for showcasing the latest developments in green technology and promoting collaboration across industries.
  • We're proud to organise this event and contribute to the global effort to mitigate the impacts of climate change," said Shariq Abdul Hai, CEO, Valiant Business Media.

Advent Technologies' Chairman and CEO, Dr. Vasilis Gregoriou Elected as Chair of EU IPCEI Hy2Tech Group

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230329005582/en/
    Dr. Vasilis Gregoriou (Chairman and CEO, Advent Technologies) during the 1st General Assembly for Hy2Tech and Hy2Use in Berlin, Germany.
  • Richard Schauperl, Senior Project Manager, R&D Hydrogen and Fuel Cell at AVL GmbH, was also elected as the Deputy Chair of the Facilitation Group.
  • Advent’s Green HiPo is one of 41 projects ratified under IPCEI Hy2Tech, jointly prepared and notified by fifteen Member States.
  • Dr. Vasilis Gregoriou, Advent's Chairman and CEO, commented, "I am deeply honored to have been elected as the Chair of the Facilitation Group for IPCEI Hy2Tech, and I am grateful for the trust and support from my fellow industry leaders.

Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister Leads Delegation on Trade Mission to Canada's Largest Technology and Innovation Hub

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hon. I. Chester Cooper, Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, headed a Bahamian delegation to Ottawa, Ontario in Canada on an intensive three-day trade mission last week, 1-3 Feb. Focused on the goal of seeking out investment opportunities toward advancing the country's technology sector, DPM Cooper and his contingent held a series of meetings with the heads of leading technology firms located in North Kanata Technology Park, Canada's largest technology and innovation hub.

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  • I. Chester Cooper, Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, headed a Bahamian delegation to Ottawa, Ontario in Canada on an intensive three-day trade mission last week, 1-3 Feb.
  • Remarking on the three-day trade mission to Ottawa, DPM Cooper said, "We are taking significant steps in pursuit of the Innovation and Technology sectors.
  • Minister Moxey in expressing her optimism about the trade mission said, "This trade mission to Canada came at a very opportune time, as we are seeking to revolutionize Grand Bahama's economy with a focus on innovation."
  • "The trade mission to Ottawa this February is just the initial stage of building the industry partnerships required to lay the groundwork for advancing the technology sector of The Bahamas.

Press Release: KPN nominates Frank Heemskerk to Supervisory Board and proposes to reappoint Jolande Sap

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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KPN’s Supervisory Board is pleased to announce the nomination of Mr Frank Heemskerk for appointment to the Supervisory Board as of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in 2023.

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  • KPN’s Supervisory Board is pleased to announce the nomination of Mr Frank Heemskerk for appointment to the Supervisory Board as of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in 2023.
  • Mr Frank Heemskerk (53, Dutch) is currently Secretary General of the European Round Table for Industry in Brussels.
  • In order to safeguard continuity following a number of changes to its composition in a relatively short period of time, the Supervisory Board furthermore proposes to reappoint Ms Jolande Sap (59, Dutch) for a third term of 2 years as of the AGM.
  • KPN anticipates announcing a proposed candidate to succeed Ms Catherine Guillouard, who will resign early from the Supervisory Board for personal reasons at the AGM, in due course.

European AI Startup Axelera AI Closes $27 Million Series A

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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European AI startup Axelera AI announced today the close of its $27 million Series A investment round.

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  • European AI startup Axelera AI announced today the close of its $27 million Series A investment round.
  • Jonathan Ballon, former VP and GM of Intels Edge AI and IoT business, will serve as Chairman of Axelera AI.
  • Axelera AI will shortly announce its first product and begin raising for its Series B.
    Axelera AI is designing the worlds most powerful and advanced solutions for AI at the edge.
  • Headquartered at Eindhovens High Tech Campus AI Innovation Center, Axelera AI has R&D offices in Belgium, Switzerland, and Italy.

EQS-News: Three disruptive approaches in biotechnology and medicine win the BioRiver Boost! 2022 biotech start-up competition

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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Three disruptive approaches in biotechnology and medicine win the BioRiver Boost!

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  • Three disruptive approaches in biotechnology and medicine win the BioRiver Boost!
  • Three disruptive approaches in biotechnology and medicine win the BioRiver Boost!
  • 2022 biotech start-up competition
    Dsseldorf/Hilden, October 5th, 2022: The winner of this years BioRiver Boost!
  • In its ninth iteration, on September 29, 2022, BioRiver Boost!, selected the three best young European-based companies.

Climate neutrality at German locations in OPTIMA's anniversary year

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Friday, June 3, 2022
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The Optima Group is introducing its environmental and climate strategy as part of its 100th anniversary.

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  • The Optima Group is introducing its environmental and climate strategy as part of its 100th anniversary.
  • With an extensive package of measures, we will reduce our climate footprint by an additional 25 percent by 2030.
  • In addition, all German locations have been operating net climate-neutral since 2022.
  • For the first time, it is possible to calculate the climate footprint of machines, the so-called Product Carbon Footprint (PCF).