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22/12/2025

Nagarro joins TM Forum to support collaborative innovation across the telecom ecosystem

Nagarro has become a member of TM Forum, strengthening its involvement in the global telecom and digital services ecosystem. The move supports Nagarro’s focus on helping operators and digital service providers modernise systems, enhance customer experiences, and unlock new revenue opportunities through AI, cloud, and digital engineering. By joining TM Forum, Nagarro plans to contribute its expertise to collaborative initiatives and innovation programmes that promote open standards, intelligent connectivity, and industry-wide transformation.

https://news.europawire.eu/nagarro-strengthens-telecom-industry-engagement-through-tm-forum-membership/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/16/47/56/167194/ Nagarro

22/12/2025

New executive education initiative prepares business leaders for quantum transformation

The University of Exeter has partnered with Cystel Limited to launch a new executive education programme focused on strategic foresight, governance, and risk management in the emerging quantum economy. Set to begin in the new year, the programme targets senior executives and addresses the dual challenge of opportunity and risk posed by quantum technologies. Delivered through the triple-accredited University of Exeter Business School and the Defence Data Research Centre, the initiative combines academic expertise with industry-led insight to help organisations prepare for quantum transformation and secure long-term competitive advantage.

https://news.europawire.eu/university-of-exeter-and-cystel-launch-executive-programme-on-governance-and-risk-in-the-quantum-economy/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/16/35/47/167191/ University of Exeter

22/12/2025

Intesa Sanpaolo and EIB finalise €700 million financing package to support Italian businesses

Intesa Sanpaolo and the European Investment Bank have completed two financing agreements worth €700 million to support SMEs and mid-cap companies in Italy. The package includes a €500 million covered bond purchased by the EIB to expand business lending and a €200 million EIB risk-sharing guarantee to support new mid-cap investments. Together, the operations are expected to mobilise around €1.9 billion in investment, with €450 million earmarked for green projects. The initiative aims to boost access to finance, promote climate action and support economic development, particularly in southern Italy.

https://news.europawire.eu/intesa-sanpaolo-partners-with-eib-to-mobilise-e1-9-billion-for-smes-and-mid-caps-in-italy/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/16/15/52/167189/ Intesa Sanpaolo

22/12/2025

ICR-led research links chromosomal instability to reduced benefit from cabazitaxel treatment

The Institute of Cancer Research has led a study showing that chromosomal instability in circulating tumour cells can predict resistance to cabazitaxel in men with advanced prostate cancer. Using blood samples from more than 200 patients enrolled in the CARD trial, researchers found that high chromosomal instability was linked to significantly worse survival and no additional benefit from chemotherapy compared with switching hormone-targeting treatments. The findings suggest that a simple blood test could help clinicians personalise treatment decisions, avoid unnecessary chemotherapy toxicity, and guide patients toward more effective options or clinical trials. The study was funded by Sanofi and published in JCI Insight.

https://news.europawire.eu/institute-of-cancer-research-study-identifies-blood-based-marker-of-chemotherapy-resistance-in-advanced-prostate-cancer/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/15/55/16/167186/ The Institute of Cancer Research

22/12/2025

Covestro appoints Dr. Rainer Seele as Supervisory Board Chairman following XRG partnership

Covestro has announced a change in leadership on its Supervisory Board following the completion of its strategic partnership with XRG. Dr. Rainer Seele was elected Chairman on 18 December 2025 and assumed the role on 20 December, succeeding Dr. Richard Pott, who has stepped down after more than a decade of service. Dr. Pott played a central role in guiding Covestro through major milestones, including its separation from Bayer, IPO, and strategic realignment with XRG. Dr. Seele brings extensive international experience from the energy and chemicals sectors and is expected to support Covestro’s continued transformation with a focus on sustainability, circular economy initiatives, and long-term value creation.

https://news.europawire.eu/covestro-confirms-new-supervisory-board-chairman-after-completion-of-xrg-strategic-partnership/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/15/40/09/167184/ Covestro

(IN BRIEF) Covestro has announced a change in leadership on its Supervisory Board following the completion of its strategic partnership with XRG. Dr. Rainer Seele was elected Chairman on 18 December 2025 and assumed the role on 20 December, succeeding Dr. Richard Pott, who has stepped down after mor...

22/12/2025

Euronext welcomes Senus PLC as first listing on Euronext Access+ Dublin

Euronext has welcomed Senus PLC to the public markets following its listing on Euronext Access+ Dublin, marking the first admission to the newly launched Irish market and the 76th Euronext listing of 2025. Senus began trading on 22 December 2025 with a market capitalisation of approximately €13.13 million. Founded in Ireland in 2017, the company provides software and technology solutions for Natural Capital management, helping organisations measure, report and manage natural resource value. The listing supports Senus’ ambitions to scale its operations internationally as demand for environmental data, sustainability planning and Natural Capital services continues to grow.

https://news.europawire.eu/senus-plc-lists-on-euronext-access-dublin-in-milestone-debut-for-irelands-new-growth-market/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/15/31/51/167181/

22/12/2025

World Technology Congress Appoints Ruslan Pavlyshyn as Vice President for European & Middle Eastern Affairs

The World Technology Congress (WTC) has announced the appointment of Ruslan Pavlyshyn as its new Vice President for European & Middle Eastern Affairs, strengthening the organization’s leadership as it expands its global mission around emerging technologies and responsible innovation. Pavlyshyn brings a strong background in strategic foresight, governance, and diplomacy, shaped by his work as founder of the Riyadh-based advisory firm Frontier Foresight and his contributions to international institutions focused on security governance and conflict prevention. An entrepreneur and thought leader, he also co-founded OxUA Incubator in Oxford and holds advanced degrees from the University of Oxford and the Geneva Graduate Institute, with expertise spanning business diplomacy, emerging technologies, and innovation ecosystems across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In his new role, Pavlyshyn will lead WTC’s efforts to deepen partnerships between governments, businesses, and innovation communities, promote dialogue on emerging technologies, and help shape strategies for economic resilience and responsible governance. WTC Chairperson Dominika Haberova highlighted his appointment as a strategic addition to the organization, emphasizing his ability to address the economic and governance implications of technological change, while Pavlyshyn underscored his commitment to fostering collaboration that supports transparent, secure, and sustainable systems worldwide.

https://news.europawire.eu/world-technology-congress-appoints-ruslan-pavlyshyn-as-vice-president-for-european-middle-eastern-affairs/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/15/02/01/167173/

22/12/2025

Rheinmetall to supply key weapon systems for Bundeswehr’s new RCH155 wheeled howitzer

Rheinmetall will supply critical electrical systems, software, and 155 mm weapon systems for the Bundeswehr’s new RCH155 wheeled howitzer under a major procurement programme led by ARTEC GmbH. The first order covers 84 systems, valued at around €1.2 billion, and forms part of a wider framework agreement allowing for up to 500 units. Deliveries are scheduled between 2027 and 2029. Combining the firepower of an automated artillery gun with the mobility and protection of the Boxer armoured vehicle, the RCH155 offers long-range precision fire, high automation, and reduced crew requirements. The system is already being adopted by Ukraine and has attracted interest from the United Kingdom.

https://news.europawire.eu/rheinmetall-components-to-equip-next-generation-rch155-howitzers-for-german-armed-forces/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/13/07/23/167166/ Rheinmetall

22/12/2025

Rheinmetall to supply LLM-VarioRay modules under major Bundeswehr procurement programme

Rheinmetall has secured a major additional order from the Bundeswehr for the delivery of LLM-VarioRay Laser-Light-Modules for Germany’s new assault rifle. Following budget approval by the Bundestag, the first binding call-off has been placed under a long-term framework agreement signed in 2021. The order, valued at several hundred million euros, is the largest in the history of Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics and will be fulfilled over seven years from the company’s Stockach facility. The LLM-VarioRay enhances combat effectiveness through advanced laser and illumination capabilities and is already integrated into Germany’s Future Soldier system and used by other European armed forces.

https://news.europawire.eu/rheinmetall-secures-largest-ever-order-for-laser-systems-to-equip-bundeswehr-assault-rifles/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/13/01/25/167167/ Rheinmetall

22/12/2025

Logicor-backed fund acquires Tuscany site for modern logistics hub development

Logicor and Kryalos have acquired a 72,000-square-metre site in Serravalle Pistoiese, Tuscany, for the development of a new logistics hub that will strengthen Logicor’s regional presence. Acquired through the Logicor-sponsored Mazer fund managed by Kryalos, the site benefits from strong transport connectivity and proximity to key ports and Florence. The planned facility will offer 28,000 square metres of flexible warehouse space with integrated offices and is scheduled for construction between 2026 and 2027. Designed to meet high sustainability standards, the project will feature extensive loading and parking capacity, electric vehicle charging points, and is targeting BREEAM Excellent certification, reinforcing Tuscany’s growing role in Italy’s logistics real estate sector.

https://news.europawire.eu/new-serravalle-pistoiese-logistics-project-reinforces-logicors-long-term-strategy-in-italy/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/11/55/29/167162/

22/12/2025

EBRD funding underpins Orzax expansion and local supplement production in Kazakhstan

The EBRD has agreed to lend up to €25 million to Orzax Central Asia to finance the construction of a greenfield food supplement manufacturing facility in Kazakhstan’s Turkestan region. The project marks Orzax Türkiye’s first international production base and is designed to serve markets in Asia and eastern Europe. By expanding local manufacturing, the investment aims to reduce import dependence, improve access to certified nutritional products, and support healthier lifestyles. The facility will also contribute to research and development, skills transfer, and employment creation, aligning with the EBRD’s broader focus on private-sector development in Kazakhstan.

https://news.europawire.eu/kazakhstan-set-to-host-orzax-turkiyes-first-international-food-supplement-plant-with-ebrd-support/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/11/44/58/167156/ European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

22/12/2025

EBRD backs Mlinar’s growth strategy across Croatia and neighbouring CSEE markets

The EBRD has approved an equity investment of up to €50 million in SEE Bakery International, the parent company of Mlinar, to support the bakery group’s expansion and operational upgrades across Croatia and the wider CSEE region. Delivered in two tranches, the investment will fund production improvements, potential acquisitions, and energy-efficiency initiatives, while also promoting inclusive employment practices, particularly for female migrant workers. Backed by controlling shareholder BOSQAR and minority investor MidEuropa, Mlinar continues to strengthen its regional presence through a multi-channel retail and foodservice model. The deal extends the long-standing partnership between the EBRD and BOSQAR and aligns with the Bank’s strategic priorities in Croatia’s food and agribusiness sector.

https://news.europawire.eu/ebrd-strengthens-croatian-bakery-sector-with-strategic-investment-in-mlinar/eu-press-release/2025/12/22/11/33/33/167157/ European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)