Strategic Finance Behind Europe’s Lithium Energy Ambitions

Strategic Finance Behind Europe’s Lithium Energy Ambitions Europe’s race to secure critical raw materials has taken a decisive step forward with the European Investment Bank agreeing to provide €250 million in project financing for Vulcan Energy’s Phase One Lionheart Project in Germany’s Upper Rhine Valley. Valued at approximately €2 billion, the project represents one of … Read more…

Bobcat Machine IQ Telematics Passes 30,000 installs in Europe

Bobcat Machine IQ Telematics Passes 30,000 installs in Europe Bobcat’s digital transformation is gathering pace across Europe as its Machine IQ telematics platform passes 30,000 connected units, marking a major milestone in the brand’s drive toward smarter, safer, and more efficient worksites. Launched in 2019, the proprietary system is redefining how owners, operators, and dealers … Read more…

EIB TechEU Platform Powering Europe’s Next Generation of Innovation

EIB TechEU Platform Powering Europe’s Next Generation of Innovation Europe’s drive to cement its position as a global leader in technology has just received a significant boost. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has unveiled its ambitious TechEU Platform, a transformative initiative designed to make financing more accessible for startups and high-growth companies. With an eye … Read more…

EU Transport Sector Meets Smart Tachograph Deadline

EU Transport Sector Meets Smart Tachograph Deadline The European road transport industry has reached a pivotal moment. After years of phased implementation, the final deadline for retrofitting the smart tachograph version 2 (G2V2) into heavy-duty vehicles has now arrived. From 19 August 2025, every heavy-duty vehicle registered in the EU and operating across Member State … Read more…

Exertis Enterprise Takes the Lead with H3C in Europe

Exertis Enterprise Takes the Lead with H3C in Europe In a bold stride towards reshaping the digital infrastructure landscape across Europe, Exertis Enterprise has been named the sole distributor of H3C in the UK & Ireland, Benelux, and the Nordics. This exclusive agreement opens the door to a new breed of high-performance, intelligent network solutions, … Read more…

engcon and Hitachi Partner to Push Tiltrotator Innovation Across Europe

engcon and Hitachi Partner to Push Tiltrotator Innovation Across Europe In a move that could reshape how European contractors dig, lift, and grade, Swedish tiltrotator pioneer engcon has inked a strategic supply agreement with Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME). The deal makes engcon a preferred supplier within HCME’s vast dealer and distribution network, opening … Read more…

Kia EV5 Sparks a New Era for Electric SUVs in Europe

Kia EV5 Sparks a New Era for Electric SUVs in Europe Kia has thrown its hat into the ring with the all-new EV5, a fully electric compact SUV that speaks directly to the modern European motorist. Positioned at the heart of the booming C-SUV segment — the continent’s largest and fastest-growing — the EV5 blends … Read more…

Volvo CE sets Bold Course for European Growth with Swecon Acquisition

Volvo CE sets Bold Course for European Growth with Swecon Acquisition Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is making a strategic play that could reshape its presence across Europe. In a landmark move, the company has inked an agreement with Swedish agricultural cooperative Lantmännen to acquire its subsidiary Swecon, a well-established dealer operating across Sweden, Germany, and … Read more…

FLIR is Setting the Gold Standard for Traffic Safety Technology Under the EU AI Act

FLIR is Setting the Gold Standard for Traffic Safety Technology Under the EU AI Act Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic buzzword. It’s already steering traffic, managing energy flows, and helping emergency teams save lives. But with great power comes greater responsibility, especially when public safety is on the line. And that’s where the … Read more…

VolvoCE Strengthens European Roots with Swecon Acquisition

VolvoCE Strengthens European Roots with Swecon Acquisition In a bold move that signals a strategic shift in the European construction equipment market, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced its intention to acquire Swecon from its current owner, Lantmännen. The acquisition, which is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close in the latter half … Read more…

Igniting the Future of Electric Vehicle Charging in the Baltics with €60m Investment

Igniting the Future of Electric Vehicle Charging in the Baltics with €60m Investment The electric vehicle revolution is quietly shifting up a gear in the Baltics. In a move set to change the pace of sustainable transport across Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has extended a hefty €60 million … Read more…

How AI Could Reshape Urban Mobility Policy Across Europe

How AI Could Reshape Urban Mobility Policy Across Europe With urban populations swelling and infrastructure creaking under the pressure, a pressing question looms over Europe: can artificial intelligence offer a smarter route to sustainable city living? A new research initiative, spearheaded by Aston University, is aiming to find out. Backed by a fresh injection of … Read more…

Fuelling IONITY’s European EV Future with €600 Investment

Fuelling IONITY’s European EV Future with €600 Investment In a historic stride for sustainable mobility, IONITY has clinched a record-setting €600 million in financing, marking the largest green loan ever secured in the European electric vehicle (EV) charging sector. The deal includes €450 million in committed green loan facilities and an optional €150 million accordion … Read more…

Groupage Freight – The Cost-Effective Solution for UK-EU Trade

Groupage Freight – The Cost-Effective Solution for UK-EU Trade For businesses trading with the European Union, finding affordable and efficient shipping options is a top priority. With the complexities of post-Brexit regulations and rising logistics costs, many companies are turning to groupage freight as a practical solution. This method of shipping offers a smart way … Read more…

BOELS Rental Makes Landmark £65 Million Investment in new JCB Fleet

BOELS Rental Makes Landmark £65 Million Investment in new JCB Fleet In a landmark move set to reshape the European construction equipment landscape, BOELS Rental has committed a staggering £65 million (€78 million) to acquire over 700 new machines from JCB. This investment not only marks BOELS’ largest order to date but also signifies a … Read more…

How Students Can Travel Europe Using Trains

How Students Can Travel Europe Using Trains Traveling around Europe sounds like a dream, right? Imagine hopping from one country to another, experiencing different cultures, eating amazing food, and meeting cool people—all without having to deal with airport security or expensive flights. Well, that dream is totally possible with Europe’s rail system! Trains are not … Read more…

Tadano Acquiring Manitex to Elevate Global Lifting Industry Standards

Tadano Acquiring Manitex to Elevate Global Lifting Industry Standards Tadano Ltd. marked a transformative milestone by finalising its acquisition of Manitex International. With this acquisition, Manitex has officially become a wholly owned subsidiary of Tadano, and its shares are no longer traded on Nasdaq. This move underscores Tadano’s unwavering commitment to innovation, diversification… Read more…

Unified Micromobility Standards Will Create Smarter Transportation in Europe

Unified Micromobility Standards Will Create Smarter Transportation in Europe As micromobility options like e-scooters and other personal mobility devices (PMDs) gain traction across Europe, the regulatory landscape remains fragmented. While the UK edges closer to formalising legislation for these modern transport solutions, the European Union grapples with the challenge of standardising rules acro… Read more…

XCMG Powers a Greener Future in Europe with Customised Electric Excavators

XCMG Powers a Greener Future in Europe with Customised Electric Excavators The shift towards sustainable construction is no longer just a trend but a necessity. In an age where environmental concerns top the agenda, industries around the globe are under pressure to reduce emissions, and the construction sector is no exception. XCMG, a global leader … Read more…

SANY powers ahead in Europe with launch of SY215E Electric Excavator

SANY powers ahead in Europe with launch of SY215E Electric Excavator The electrification of construction machinery is rapidly gaining momentum across Europe, and SANY Group, in partnership with DNL Machine & Equipment, is leading the charge with the European launch of its SY215E electric excavator in the Netherlands. This debut marks a significant step for the … Read more…

EBRD and EU Mobilise €100 Million for Strategic Raw Materials Exploration

EBRD and EU Mobilise €100 Million for Strategic Raw Materials Exploration In a significant stride towards securing essential resources for Europe’s future, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) have teamed up to launch a ground-breaking joint facility. This initiative, aimed at bolstering the exploration of critical and strategic … Read more…

Strategic Acquisition to Propel Turner Construction’s European Expansion

Strategic Acquisition to Propel Turner Construction’s European Expansion Turner Construction Company, a renowned leader in the construction industry, has announced its agreement to acquire 100% of Dornan Engineering Group. Dornan, an Irish-headquartered specialist in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and commissioning engineering, operates extensively in Ireland, the UK, Continental E… Read more…

Revolutionising EU to Africa Bitumen Logistics with the ADR/RID Bitutainer™

Revolutionising EU to Africa Bitumen Logistics with the ADR/RID Bitutainer™ TEC Container Solutions has announced its ground-breaking work in the European bitumen market, achieved through the innovative use of the ADR/RID Bitutainer™. The project aimed to safely and efficiently transport large volumes of hot bitumen from EU refineries to South West Africa, and the ADR/RID Bitutainer&… Read more…

Bobcat launches new Rotary Telehandlers for EMEA Markets

Bobcat launches new Rotary Telehandlers for EMEA Markets Bobcat has launched a new range of Rotary Telehandlers for markets in Europe and the Middle East and Africa. The new range offers nine Stage V powered models for the European market, covering lifting heights from 18 to 39 m and lifting capacities from 5 to 8 … Read more…

EBRD champions Renewable Energy with €100m for the Taaleri SolarWind III Fund

EBRD champions Renewable Energy with €100m for the Taaleri SolarWind III Fund In a remarkable double endeavour to accelerate Europe’s transition to renewable energy, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has made two significant investments: financing wind energy development in Poland, and committing up to €100 million to the Taaleri SolarWind III fund. … Read more…

EIB announces major Investment in Europe’s Green Transition

EIB announces major Investment in Europe’s Green Transition In a landmark move, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has earmarked a staggering €5 billion to bolster wind energy equipment manufacturers, a stride reflecting the institution’s unwavering commitment to driving the continent towards a greener future. This funding forms the backbone of the EIB’s contribution to the &#823… Read more…

European Innovation Council investing €1.2 billion in Strategic Innovations

European Innovation Council investing €1.2 billion in Strategic Innovations In a landmark move, the European Commission has unfurled the European Innovation Council (EIC) 2024 work program, marking a pivotal moment for technology and innovation across the continent. With a hefty funding pool exceeding €1.2 billion earmarked for 2024, the program is a beacon of hope … Read more…

EIB’s €9.3 billion pledge is a leap towards Sustainable Transport in Europe

EIB’s €9.3 billion pledge is a leap towards Sustainable Transport in Europe In an unprecedented move, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has unleashed a colossal €9.3 billion financing plan, earmarked for catalysing a range of sectors from sustainable transport to urban infrastructure. This sweeping initiative isn’t just an investment; it’s a clarion call to action, … Read more…

SOCOTEC partners with Topcon for Project Monitoring in Europe

SOCOTEC partners with Topcon for Project Monitoring in Europe Topcon Positioning Systems and SOCOTEC have announced an agreement for Topcon to provide its specialized monitoring technology to SOCOTEC within Europe, for the infrastructure projects applying in France, the Netherlands, Spain, and in the UK. SOCOTEC is globally recognized as a testing, inspection and certification (TIC) leading compan… Read more…

IRONCLAD expands into Europe with Strategic Alliance 

IRONCLAD expands into Europe with Strategic Alliance IRONCLAD Marketing, a global full-service business-to-business marketing agency specializing in industrial manufacturing clients, announces the launch of IRONCLAD Europe by FESTGE. Formed as a strategic alliance with Reinhold Festge GmbH & Co. KG in Oelde, Germany, IRONCLAD Europe offers a full-service marketing team in Germany, partnering w… Read more…

Vögele’s new Mini-Paver in big demand after successful launch in Europe

Vögele’s new Mini-Paver in big demand after successful launch in Europe Following the premiere at Bauma 2022, Vögele has now started supplying the diesel-powered MINI 500 and MINI 502 models. The company’s smallest pavers have pave widths of 0.25 m to 1.8 m and are thus ideal for undertaking even the narrowest building projects using … Read more…

Komatsu announces new 3-ton Electric Mini-Excavator in Europe

Komatsu announces new 3-ton Electric Mini-Excavator in Europe Komatsu is set to introduce to the European market, a new 3-ton class electric mini excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery. Komatsu regards the market introduction of this new model as an opportunity to develop a market for electric construction equipment, as it strives to become carbon … Read more…

Volta Trucks wins European Approval for their all-electric Volta Zero

Volta Trucks wins European Approval for their all-electric Volta Zero Volta Trucks, the leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced another significant milestone on its journey to production, receiving European Whole Vehicle Type Approval for its 16-tonne all-electric Volta Zero vehicle. The European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval… Read more…

ICC Digital expands Industrial Computers expertise into Europe 

ICC Digital expands Industrial Computers expertise into Europe ICC Dijital Endüstriyel Teknolojiler Ltd. Şti. (ICC Digital) is a well-known company in Turkey specialising in industrial computers. Focusing on delivering real-world solutions has seen ICC Digital grow rapidly as the founder Tamer Yiğit has driven the company forward. Tamer said that he will now continue his … Read more…

Circular use of Aggregates could reduce emissions and save Europe €6B per year

Circular use of Aggregates could reduce emissions and save Europe €6B per year A new report by Sweco found it possible to reduce costs for raw material by approximately EUR 6 billion per year in Europe through circular use of excavation material. Moreover, new circular methods generate benefits in the form of reduced emissions. Despite … Read more…

EIB approves new Transport Lending Policy

EIB approves new Transport Lending Policy Following a decision of its Board of Directors, made up of representatives of the 27 EU Member States, the European Investment Bank has revised its Transport Lending Policy, which it is releasing today, and will be available at this page following the BoD decision. The new Transport Lending Policy … Read more…

Volvo, Daimler Truck and TRATON JV planning European charging infrastructure

Volvo, Daimler Truck and TRATON JV planning European charging infrastructure The Volvo Group, Daimler Truck, and the TRATON GROUP completed the final step in forming the previously announced joint venture for charging infrastructure in Europe. The new joint venture, with Anja van Niersen as appointed CEO, is expected to have a significant role in supporting … Read more…

EN16803 European Geolocation Standard to Certify Mobility Solutions

EN16803 European Geolocation Standard to Certify Mobility Solutions In a perfect world, the positions calculated by trilateration using the signals transmitted by the satellites would always be accurate to within a few centimetres. Unfortunately, in addition to the intrinsic quality of the receivers, many factors alter the measurements made by a GNSS receiver and degrade … Read more…

CASE European Roadshows hailed a roaring success

CASE European Roadshows hailed a roaring success CASE Construction Equipment’s European Roadshows have been hailed a roaring success by customers and the media from across Europe, who have tested CASE’s newly launched machines at events in Ettringen, Germany, Calenzano (Florence), Italy and Quilly (Nantes), France. Each event featured new CASE machines for operators to try, … Read more…

Septentrio and CompoTEK announce GNSS collaboration in Europe

Septentrio and CompoTEK announce GNSS collaboration in Europe CompoTEK to distribute Septentrio’s mosaic™ multi-frequency GPS/GNSS modules, which deliver high-accuracy RTK positioning in a small form factor. Both Septentrio and CompoTEK will be present at the Embedded World this year, showcasing the mosaic™ GNSS module. Septentrio is strengthening its market reach for high precision… Read more…