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Investment for enhanced access to finance for MSMEs in Nigeria

Stockholm, July 16, 2024 — Swedfund invests USD 30 million in Access Bank Nigeria Plc to reach underserved MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises) at scale. By providing long-term capital and capacity building to unbanked and under-banked companies in Nigeria, the investment is expected to support sustainable private sector development and inclusive growth. Nigeria, with a population of 230 million, has an unemployment rate at a staggering … Continue reading Investment for enhanced access to finance for MSMEs in Nigeria

Holcim

Holcim Drives Decarbonization With 99.2% Clinker-Free Cement in North America

CALGARY, Alberta – Holcim has successfully placed its first 99.2% clinker-free concrete pavement in North America, marking a milestone in its commitment to driving innovative and sustainable building. In collaboration with Stoneway Concrete, this project resulted in 74.7% lower CO2 emissions than standard concrete using Type IL cement available in the market. This demonstrates Holcim’s ability to develop high-quality solutions that significantly accelerate decarbonization without … Continue reading Holcim Drives Decarbonization With 99.2% Clinker-Free Cement in North America

MOU between EBID and EUACC at the 36th Crans Montana Forum in Brussels

Signature d’un protocole d’accord entre la Chambre de Commerce EU-Afrique et la Banque d’Investissement et de Développement de la CEDEAO lors du 36ème Crans Montana Forum

La Chambre de Commerce EU-Afrique et la Banque d’Investissement et de Développement de la CEDEAO (BIDC) sont fières d’annoncer la signature d’un protocole d’accord (MoU) le vendredi 28 juin 2024. Cet accord a été conclu lors du prestigieux 36ème Crans Montana Forum, qui s’est tenu à Bruxelles, Belgique. La présence de la Chambre de Commerce EU-Afrique à cet événement de renommée internationale a été déterminante … Continue reading Signature d’un protocole d’accord entre la Chambre de Commerce EU-Afrique et la Banque d’Investissement et de Développement de la CEDEAO lors du 36ème Crans Montana Forum

MOU between EBID and EUACC at the 36th Crans Montana Forum in Brussels

Watch the video of a Memorandum of Understanding between the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development at the 36th Crans Montana Forum.

The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday, June 28th , 2024. This agreement was reached during the prestigious 36th Crans Montana Forum held in Brussels, Belgium. The presence of the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce at this internationally renowned event was pivotal in concluding this … Continue reading Watch the video of a Memorandum of Understanding between the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development at the 36th Crans Montana Forum.

energy

Immediate actions needed to unblock grid capacity for more wind energy

Getting access to the electricity grid is now the number one bottleneck to deploying renewables at scale. Across Europe hundreds of gigawatts of wind energy projects have applied for a grid connection permit and are waiting for an answer. The resulting grid connection queues have led to administrative overload and serious delays in the much-needed expansion of wind energy. In a new report WindEurope analyses the grid … Continue reading Immediate actions needed to unblock grid capacity for more wind energy

Verallia

Verallia has Successfully Completed the Acquisition of Vidrala’s Glass Business in Italy

PARIS – Regulatory News: “I’m delighted with the outcome of this acquisition project, which will enable us to improve our industrial footprint in Italy, enhancing our ability to satisfy the expectations and needs of our customers.” Post this Following satisfaction of the regulatory filling and other conditions precedent, Verallia (Paris:VRLA) confirms that the acquisition of Vidrala’s glass business in Italy, for an enterprise value of … Continue reading Verallia has Successfully Completed the Acquisition of Vidrala’s Glass Business in Italy

Dassault Systèmes

Bel Group and Dassault Systèmes Partner to Accelerate the Food Industry Transition Towards a More Sustainable Model

PARIS – Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, DSY.PA) and Bel Group, today announced their long-term partnership to accelerate the food industry’s transformation toward a more sustainable model. The companies will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of food by digitalizing the end-to-end value chain powered by artificial intelligence, from product idea to manufacturing and market launch. “Cécile Béliot and I share the same vision: the … Continue reading Bel Group and Dassault Systèmes Partner to Accelerate the Food Industry Transition Towards a More Sustainable Model

Capgemini

Capgemini Government Solutions appoints Dan Ford as CEO

MCLEAN, Va. – Capgemini Government Solutions LLC, an independent Capgemini subsidiary working with U.S. Government Agencies, today named Dan Ford as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He succeeds Bill Webner who has stepped down to pursue a new opportunity. With nearly two decades at Capgemini Government Solutions, Ford has been instrumental in partnering with government agencies to transform and manage their business by unlocking the … Continue reading Capgemini Government Solutions appoints Dan Ford as CEO