(PRESS RELEASE) DARMSTADT, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — For a decade, LAIKA has used Cuttlefish®, the full-color 3D printer driver developed by Fraunhofer IGD, to achieve the precision and consistency required for advanced color replacement animation in stop-motion filmmaking.

Every subtle smile, raised eyebrow, and emotional expression in LAIKA’s upcoming feature Wildwood is shaped by extraordinary artistry, craftsmanship, and advanced full-color 3D printing. For a decade, LAIKA has used Cuttlefish®, a full-color 3D printer driver developed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD. The software converts LAIKA’s sophisticated digital 3D models into optimized print data, enabling the studio to produce precisely colored facial expressions that bring its stop-motion characters to life. Wildwood opens nationwide in U.S. theaters on October 23, 2026 and releases in Germany November 5, 2026.

LAIKA is one of the world’s most renowned stop-motion studios. Its five previous features — Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Strings, and Missing Link — received Academy Award® nominations in the Animated Feature Film category. Kubo and the Two Strings won the BAFTA® Award for ‘Best Animated Film’ and Missing Link was awarded the Golden Globe. With Wildwood, LAIKA presents what the studio describes as its most challenging and ambitious production to date.

The collaboration began around a decade ago, when LAIKA discovered Fraunhofer IGD’s research on full-color 3D printing through a scientific publication. LAIKA’s Director of Rapid Prototype Brian McLean had just received the Scientific and Engineered Oscar® plaque for ‘pioneering the use of 3D printers in stop motion animation’ and was looking for ways to continue to advance the studio’s groundbreaking 3D printing and replacement animation pipeline. Initial test prints with Cuttlefish® demonstrated the software’s potential and led to a long-term licensing partnership that continues today.

“We quickly realized that Cuttlefish® could deliver the quality required for professional stop-motion productions. Its use in international film productions today is a powerful example of how research finds its way into creative applications,” says Philipp Urban, Head of Research and Development 3D Printing at Fraunhofer IGD. LAIKA previously used the 3D printer driver on the Academy Award®-nominated film Missing Link. Wildwood continues the collaboration.

Precision in Every Expression

Stop-motion films are created frame by frame. To animate a character’s facial expressions, LAIKA uses 3D printing to produce different facial expressions for each frame, up to 24 different faces per second. Even the slightest color deviation or surface inconsistency would become visible in the finished film.

Developed by Fraunhofer IGD, Cuttlefish® ‘s 3D printer driver, combined with Stratasys J750 polyjet 3D printers, are at the heart of LAIKA’s award-winning replacement animation workflow. The software converts digital 3D models, including their color and texture information, into optimized print data. This enables LAIKA to reproduce colors, textures, and fine geometries precisely and consistently, even on very small parts. Cuttlefish® incorporates specially developed methods for texture sharpening, surface optimization, and color processing.

For Wildwood, LAIKA again used Cuttlefish®, while Fraunhofer IGD implemented numerous enhancements to meet the production’s demanding requirements. “Using Cuttlefish®, LAIKA produced more than 142,000 bespoke facial expressions printed on Stratasys’ J750 and J850,” says McLean. “Wildwood is an amazing cinematic experience; the scale, scope, and emotional impact of this film are unprecedented in animation. In order to accomplish a story of this complexity, we needed a process that could create intense and deep emotional facial performances, with rich skin tones and fine details, and the only way that was possible was through artists blending technology and innovation into a seamless practical effect.”

From Research to the Big Screen

What began with a scientific publication on full-color 3D printing has grown into a long-standing partnership with one of the world’s leading stop-motion studios. The collaboration with LAIKA illustrates how software developed through applied research can become an integral part of international film production. The expertise behind Cuttlefish® also contributes to applications in medical technology and industrial manufacturing.

The demanding requirements of stop-motion animation continue to drive the development of Cuttlefish®. Methods that prove themselves in film production can later be transferred to other applications. “A studio like LAIKA sets some of the most demanding requirements in full-color 3D printing. Technologies that prove themselves in this environment can create value across many other industries,” Urban says. When Wildwood reaches the big screen, audiences will see its characters come to life. What they will not see: Behind countless expressions are facial components printed by LAIKA using Cuttlefish®, a 3D printer driver developed at Fraunhofer IGD.

Inspired by the acclaimed novel written by Colin Meloy and illustrated by Carson Ellis, Wildwood brings an expansive fantasy world to the screen through LAIKA’s singular approach to stop-motion filmmaking. Characters, environments and intricate details are physically crafted and animated by hand, frame by frame, creating a world that feels both fantastical and unmistakably tangible.

Wildwood features a voice cast led by Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Prue McKeel and Jacob Tremblay as Curtis Mehlberg, alongside Academy Award® nominee Carey Mulligan (Shame), Academy Award® winner Mahershala Ali (Moonlight), Academy Award® nominee and Emmy Award® winner Angela Bassett (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever), Awkwafina (Crazy Rich Asians), Jake Johnson (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse), Charlie Day (The Super Mario Galaxy Movie), Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies), Jemaine Clement (Avatar: Fire and Ash), Maya Erskine (Mr. & Mrs. Smith), Tantoo Cardinal (Killers of the Flower Moon), Tom Waits (Seven Psychopaths) and Academy Award® nominee Richard E. Grant (Can You Ever Forgive Me?).

For more information

Cuttlefish® website: https://www.cuttlefish.de/

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About LAIKA:

Founded in 2005 and based in Oregon, LAIKA is an award-winning animation studio and Certified B Corporation driven to tell bold, original stories that stand the test of time. Renowned for its distinctive artistry, innovative filmmaking and pioneering use of technology, LAIKA has redefined the possibilities of stop-motion animation.

The studio’s five films — Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Strings and Missing Link — were each nominated for the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature. LAIKA’s next animated feature, Wildwood, premieres October 23, 2026. The studio has also expanded its storytelling into live action film and television.

About Fraunhofer IGD:

The Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD has been setting standards in visual computing – image- and model-based informatics – for more than 30 years. Its roughly 260-strong staff support companies and institutions across manufacturing and mobility, healthcare, bioeconomy, infrastructure and public services, and maritime economy sectors. Fraunhofer IGD provides specific technological solutions and support for strategic development. Its researchers carry out problem analyses, design hardware and software, develop protypes, and implement interactive visual systems. The focuses are human-machine interactions, virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, interactive simulation, modeling, and 3D printing and scanning. Fraunhofer IGD has been engaged in high-level research since 1987, supporting change in society and the economy with application-oriented solutions developed at its facilities in Darmstadt and Rostock.

Media Contact:

Daniela Welling | Head of Corporate Communications
Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD
Fraunhoferstraße 5 | 64283 Darmstadt | Germany
Phone +49 6151 155-146 | presse@igd.fraunhofer.de | https://www.igd.fraunhofer.de

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, Île-de-France, France, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — The French government has awarded the “Beauvoir” mining concession to Imerys Beauvoir, a subsidiary of EMILI Lithium, through 23 May 2075. EMILI Lithium is 70% owned by Imerys and 30% by La Banque des Territoires. The concession covers lithium, tin, tantalum and niobium across Nades, Echassières and Lalizolle in the Allier department and Servant in the Puy-de-Dôme department.

Coming more than four decades after the last mining concession was awarded in mainland France, the decision gives the project longer-term certainty as development continues. The announcement comes amid growing global demand for lithium for electric vehicle batteries and energy storage, alongside European efforts to establish domestic supplies of strategic raw materials for the automotive sector.

The scale and quality of the Beauvoir deposit underpin EMILI’s ambition to establish a locally integrated, competitive lithium project from the beginning of the next decade. France has designated EMILI a Project of Major National Interest, while the European Union has recognised it as a Strategic Project.

Roland Lescure, Minister of the Economy, Finance, and Industrial, Energy, and Digital Sovereignty of France, stated:

“I welcome the granting of this concession, more than forty years after the last of its kind in France. It paves the way for the Beauvoir lithium, will help secure our supply chain, and will make it possible to power 700,000 electric vehicles per year. The granting of the concession confirms the effectiveness of the Notre-Dame method: strengthening coordination among Government services, local authorities, and all stakeholders to accelerate the effective implementation of strategic projects,”

Alan Parte, Vice President, Lithium Projects at Imerys, said:

“The granting of the Beauvoir mining concession marks an important milestone in the development of the EMILI project, supporting its long-term ambition: to build a competitive industrial model that sets an example in addressing environmental and social challenges, while contributing to the development of an integrated French and European electric vehicle battery value chain,”

Concession conditions provide for environmental and operational monitoring

The specifications accompanying the mining concession establish requirements for monitoring mining activities and their environmental and social impacts. They call for annual publication of indicators covering those impacts and progress on measures undertaken, with findings shared with local stakeholders.

They also cover oversight of ore processing and the regular submission of key operational information to the authorities. Substantial changes to operating conditions must be notified, supporting ongoing supervision throughout the concession term.

Further permits and financing are required

Although the concession advances the EMILI project, it does not authorise mining works to begin or commercial facilities to be built. Additional authorisations under environmental and mining legislation, as well as the necessary financing, must still be secured.

About the EMILI project

Led by Imerys, the EMILI project (Exploitation of Lithium-Bearing Mica) aims to develop an integrated lithium production value chain in France, based on the Beauvoir deposit in the Allier department. The project involves extracting lithium-bearing mica and concentrating it at the mine site, before converting the concentrate into lithium hydroxide in Saint-Victor, also in the Allier department.

Ultimately, the project aims to produce 34,000 tonnes of lithium hydroxide per year, equivalent to the needs of approximately 700,000 electric vehicles. It will help diversify European supply sources, strengthen the continent’s industrial capabilities and reduce its dependence on international supply chains.

Recognised as a Project of Major National Interest by France and as a Strategic Project by the European Union, EMILI also benefits from the support of the French state, which holds a minority stake in the project through La Banque des Territoires.

About Imerys

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

Contacts

Press: Mathieu Gratiot: +33 7 87 53 46 60; Isis Baracco: +33 7 88 12 33 50.

For further information, see the Imerys website and the official press release PDF.

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Viaplay Group reported higher sales and operating income for the third quarter of 2026 as it continued implementing its strategic transformation plan. Group net sales reached SEK 5,251 million, compared with SEK 4,018 million in the prior-year quarter, while operating income rose to SEK 122 million from SEK 25 million. The Group reported a net loss of SEK 30 million, compared with SEK 142 million a year earlier, and basic earnings per share of SEK -0.01 versus SEK -0.03.

Core operations generated SEK 5,251 million of sales, compared with pro forma SEK 5,191 million, remaining stable on an organic basis. Core operations EBITDA before ACI and IAC increased to SEK 313 million from pro forma SEK 276 million. Group free cash flow was SEK -32 million versus SEK -1,193 million a year earlier, comprising SEK 58 million from Core operations and SEK -90 million from Non-core operations.

The integration of Allente Group is progressing as expected, while regulatory clearance has been received for the disposal of the Group’s Dutch operations. Viaplay expects that transaction to close in the coming weeks and has left its financial targets for 2026 and longer-term ambitions unchanged.

Q3 highlights

• Group net sales up to SEK 5,251m (4,018), operating income up to SEK 122m (25) including ACI of SEK 0m (48) and IAC2 of SEK -48m (33), net income improvement to SEK -30m (-142) with basic earnings per share of SEK ‑0.01 (-0.03)
• Core operation net sales of SEK 5,251m (pro forma SEK 5,191m1) stable on an organic basis, and core operation EBITDA before ACI and IAC up to SEK 313m (pro forma SEK 276m1)
• Group free cash flow of SEK -32m (-1,193), of which SEK 58m (-1,154) from Core operations and SEK -90m (-39) from Non-core operations
• Allente Group integration on track with synergies as anticipated
• Regulatory clearance received for sale of Dutch operations, with transaction expected to close in coming weeks
• No change to 2026 financial targets or long-term ambitions

Financial performance

1) Pro forma financials for 2025 are provided in order to facilitate like-for-like comparison. The pro forma results for 2025 are calculated as if Allente Group had been consolidated from 1 January 2025. Viaplay Group acquired the remaining 50% of Allente Group and assumed full ownership of Allente Group on 13 November 2025. Reported Core operation net sales amounted to SEK 4,014m for Q3 2025, and SEK 12,367m for nine months 2025. Reported Core operation EBITDA before ACI and IAC amounted to SEK -13m for Q3 2025, and SEK ‑54m for nine months 2025. Please see page 23 for more information regarding the pro forma financials.

2) Items affecting comparability in Q3 2026 mainly comprised restructuring and integration costs, as well as foreign exchange translation effects related to previous content provisions. Please see page 20 for more information regarding items affecting comparability.

Alternative performance measures used in this report are explained and reconciled on pages 17-23.

A word from the President and CEO

The Q3 results demonstrate that we remain on track to deliver our full year targets, and that we continue to execute our strategic transformation plan and move towards our long-term objectives of healthy operating margins, restored cash flow generation, and lower borrowing levels. The integration of Allente is proceeding as anticipated, and we are working to complete the divestment of our Dutch operations. We are also implementing a wide range of organic measures to strengthen our market positions and partnerships, reduce non-essential costs, invest in key areas and conserve cash. We are operationally focused on our core markets in the Nordics, and on further optimising our product offerings. We still have much to do to ensure that we are set up as commercially, competitively, and sustainably as possible.

Sales for our Core operations were stable year-on-year on an organic basis this quarter, and again reflected some differing drivers between our business segments. We continue to expect full year 2026 sales for our core operations to be stable year-on-year on an organic basis, and for this trend line to also continue on a longer-term basis.

Total subscription sales were up 1% on an organic basis and represented over 80% of Group sales. Our streaming subscription sales were up 4% on an organic basis with the Viaplay subscriber base stable year-on-year and growing compared to Q2 this year. The year-on-year growth in our B2B sales reflected our focus on ‘value over volume’ in our distribution partner agreements, while the rising D2C ARPU level again reflected positive mix effects and pricing dynamics. The breadth and depth of our highly relevant and compelling content offerings, including our high quality and year-round sports coverage, remain consistent differentiators for us.

Non-streaming subscription sales include almost all of Allente’s sales, as well as the sale of our linear TV channels through third party distributors, and were down 1% on an organic basis. This lower decline than in previous quarters development reflected higher Allente sales as coverage of FIFA World Cup men’s football matches were made available to entertainment venues. We have also continued to work with Allente and our partners to introduce new packaging and pricing initiatives to offset the ongoing structural decline in the DTH and linear TV channel subscriber bases. Allente’s ARPU was up again, both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter.

Advertising sales were down 1% on an organic basis in what is the seasonally weakest period of the year and one in which coverage of FIFA men’s World Cup football was shown by rival media outlets, while our Q3 2025 audience shares were boosted by our coverage of the UEFA Women’s European football championships. The high growth in our digital advertising sales continued, with particularly strong growth in ad impressions in all countries, and almost offset the linear declines.

Our ‘Other’ sales line comprises scripted content and sports sublicensing sales to partners. These sales are volatile by nature and were down 14% on an organic basis this quarter.

Our Q3 content line-up combined the very best in premium sports, local storytelling and international hits. The start of the new seasons of the national and European football leagues and cup competitions have attracted large audiences, not least as we have become the first broadcaster in the world to show all 12 matches each week from the English Football League Championship. Our ‘Viaplay Premier Sunday’ show has not only delivered some of the best onsite coverage, but also attracted a big following of English Premier League fans on social media. And our Formula One coverage has also continued to drive viewing figures, with Max Verstappen returning to the podium and* *Kimi Antonelli looking to become the first Italian world champion since Alberto Ascari in the 1950s.

The Q3 non-sports content offering included the successful launch of new titles, as well as strong new seasons of favourite formats. The premieres included ‘Temptation Island’ and ‘Tændt på Temptation Island’ in Denmark, while the new seasons of returning formats included ‘Paradise Hotel Sverige’ and ‘Svenska Fall’ in Sweden, and ‘Charterfeber’ and ‘Eventyrlig Oppussing’ in Norway. The international content slate included ‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 2’ and ‘South Park’, as well as hit movies ‘Hunting Season’ and ‘Flight Risk’. Supernatural thriller ‘Obsession’ was the standout title in the Viaplay Store.

Operating expenditure for our core operations was slightly up year-on-year, but less so than in previous quarters. A combination of synergies from the Allente Group integration, broader content and production savings, and positive FX effects, almost offset Allente’s investment in coverage of the FIFA World Cup men’s football matches, and the inflation embedded in our legacy and multi-year content agreements.

Our core operation EBITDA before ACI and IAC was up again and included approximately SEK 75 million of positive year-on-year FX effects. There is no change to our expectation that the integration of Allente Group will yield SEK 300 to 400 million of annual full run-rate cash synergies in 2027, and some of these synergies are already being realised this year. The cash cost of the integration is also still expected to be between SEK 270 and 330 million, and is reported as an IAC. We continue to expect full year 2026 core operation EBITDA before ACI and IAC to be between SEK 1.0 and 1.4 billion, and there is no change to our longer-term ambition to achieve a double-digit EBITDA (before ACI and IAC) margin for 2028.

The positive operating free cash flow from our core operations partially offset the negative changes in working capital, which included the ongoing cash drag from the discontinued non-core operations, our cash borrowing costs and low levels of capital expenditure. The year-on-year improvement continued to reflect the changes in contractual payment terms with key partners. This resulted in a largely stable net debt position compared to Q2.

We continue to work with our partners to extend key content and distribution agreements on market terms, which is essential for the delivery of our transformation plan. Where this is not possible, we exit the agreements and find alternatives.

The delivery of our transformation plan, including the integration of Allente Group and the divestment of our Dutch operations, will strengthen our cash flows and enable us to deleverage our balance sheet over time. Our resources will once again be solely focused on the Nordic markets, where we have the greatest advantage, opportunity and potential.

Q3 was another milestone along the path towards our targets and ambitions. We still have much to do to ensure that we are as relevant and resilient as possible, and rebuild a Group that can entertain and sustain our audiences, customers, people, partners, investors and owners.

Jørgen Madsen Lindemann
President & CEO

Financial calendar

Publication of Q4 2026 report: 18 February 2027

Annual General Meeting: 18 May 2027

Conference call

A conference call will take place on Thursday 22 October 2026, at 09.00 Stockholm local time, 08.00 London local time and 03.00 New York local time.

The webcast is available online, and participants can register for the conference call.

About Viaplay Group AB (publ)

Viaplay Group is the Nordic region’s leading entertainment provider. Our Viaplay streaming service is available in every Nordic country, as well as in the Netherlands and our Viaplay Select branded content concept has been added to partner platforms around the world. We also operate TV channels across most of our markets, as well as commercial radio stations in Norway and Sweden. Allente, a leading Nordic provider of TV and broadband services, is part of Viaplay Group and strengthens our position across the Nordic media landscape. Our talented people come to work every day with a shared passion and clear mission to entertain millions of people with our unique offering of locally relevant storytelling, which spans premium live sports, films, series and music. Viaplay Group is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (`VPLAY B').

Contacts and information

Media: press@viaplaygroup.com
Investors: investors@viaplaygroup.com

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(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Enea reported lower sales and adjusted earnings for the third quarter of 2026, while operating cash flow increased. The Stockholm-headquartered telecom and cybersecurity software company also outlined plans for a SEK 20 million share repurchase programme and reiterated its full-year outlook.

Net sales fell 4.8 percent to SEK 202.3 million from SEK 212.5 million a year earlier. Adjusted for currency movements, net sales declined 6.1 percent. Adjusted EBITDA was SEK 47.3 million, compared with SEK 70.3 million, with the corresponding margin declining to 23.4 percent from 33.1 percent.

Profit after tax was SEK 6.5 million versus SEK 34.3 million in the comparable period, and earnings per share were SEK 0.34, compared with SEK 1.77. Cash flow from operating activities increased to SEK 66.4 million from SEK 20.7 million.

For the first nine months, management reported net sales of approximately SEK 643 million against SEK 650 million a year earlier, adjusted EBITDA of approximately SEK 178 million versus SEK 196 million, and cash flow of approximately SEK 168 million versus SEK 62 million. These year-to-date figures are presented in the company’s CEO commentary.

CEO Comment

Strong cash flows despite short-term headwinds

The geopolitical uncertainty and rising memory prices highlighted in previous quarters continued to lengthen customer decision-making processes and delay new contract signings.

I am not satisfied with the development of our net sales and profitability during the quarter, but I am pleased with the cash flow we continue to generate. Our sales pipeline remains healthy, and we are taking focused actions to improve conversion, accelerate decision-making, and secure new business.

In the third quarter, net sales amounted to SEK 202 (212) million, a decline of 5 percent compared with the same period last year. Year-to-date, net sales declined by 1 percent, amounting to SEK 643 (650) million. Adjusted EBITDA amounted to SEK 47 (70) million for the quarter and SEK 178 (196) million year-to-date. Our cash flow generation remains strong, and we report cash flow of SEK 66 (21) million in the quarter and SEK 168 (62) million year-to-date.

Based on the strong cash flow, the Board of Directors intends to initiate a share repurchase program in line with the authorization granted at the Annual General Meeting in May 2026. The intention is to repurchase shares for a total value of SEK 20 million within the approved terms.

Year-to-date, our growth portfolio continues to show growth, while our classic portfolio is declining slightly faster than anticipated. However, the third quarter shows signs of positive recovery for our classic portfolio.

We are making progress with our strategic priorities, particularly strengthening our sales organization and expanding our presence in the government sector. We also continue to invest in AI, building on our already strong foundation. The establishment of an AI Center of Excellence will further strengthen knowledge sharing across our product portfolio, accelerating the development of new AI capabilities and shortening the time to revenue generation. Our upcoming firewall release is a good example of this, with AI capabilities representing a significant part of the release. This will allow us to deliver greater value to our customers and further strengthen our position as a world-leading software provider in AI-based cybersecurity and secure communications.

Despite continued market uncertainty, we remain firmly focused on accelerating profitable growth. With a strong product portfolio, disciplined investment in innovation, and a clear strategy, I am confident that we are well positioned to deliver lasting value for our customers and shareholders.

For 2026, we continue to reiterate our outlook of single-digit growth with an adjusted EBITDA margin above 30 percent.

Teemu Salmi
President and CEO

Video webcast for analysts, investors and journalists

President and CEO Teemu Salmi and CFO Ulf Stigberg will comment on the report and answer questions in a video webcast at 08:30 AM CEST. Participants may submit written questions through the webcast. To ask verbal questions, participants can register for the telephone conference and receive dial-in details and a conference ID.

The company’s reports and presentations are available through Enea’s financial reports page. Investor relations enquiries may be sent to ir@enea.com.

About Enea

Enea is a global specialist in advanced telecom and cybersecurity software, with a vision to make the world’s communication safer and more efficient. Through continuous innovation, Enea’s solutions help secure, optimize, and monetize communication services. The company serves over 300 customers in more than 100 countries, including telecom operators, communication platform providers, cybersecurity vendors, and government organizations. Every day, more than 3 billion people rely on Enea software for seamless connectivity between people, businesses, and connected devices. Enea is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and the company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

To learn more, visit http://www.enea.com

Enea is required to make the information in this press release public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, at 7:20 a.m. on October 22, 2026.

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Enea AB has announced that its Board of Directors intends to launch a share repurchase programme of up to SEK 20 million in the fourth quarter of 2026, using the authority approved by shareholders at the company’s Annual General Meeting on 7 May 2026.

The board expects to make a formal decision on whether to initiate the programme during the fourth quarter of 2026. Once a resolution has been adopted, the company will publish further details of the programme’s terms and conditions in accordance with applicable regulations.

Contact

Teemu Salmi, President and CEO
Phone: +46 8 507 140 00
E-mail: ir@enea.com

About Enea

Enea is a global specialist in advanced telecom and cybersecurity software, with a vision to make the world’s communication safer and more efficient. Through continuous innovation, Enea’s solutions help secure, optimize, and monetize communication services. The company serves over 300 customers in more than 100 countries, including telecom operators, communication platform providers, cybersecurity vendors, and government organizations. Every day, more than 3 billion people rely on Enea software for seamless connectivity between people, businesses, and connected devices. Enea is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and the company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

To learn more, visit http://www.enea.com

Enea is required to make the information in this press release public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, at 7:20 a.m. on October 22, 2026.

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(PRESS RELEASE) UTRECHT, Utrecht, Netherlands, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Rabobank has been notified of the European Central Bank (ECB)’s final decision on the own funds requirements applicable from 1 January 2027, following the 2026 Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process (SREP).

For Coöperatieve Rabobank U. A. (“Rabobank”), the decision establishes a total SREP capital requirement of 10.1% of the bank’s total risk exposure amount on a consolidated basis (Rabobank Group).

Requirements on a consolidated basis

The consolidated 10.1% capital requirement comprises an 8% Pillar 1 total capital requirement and a 2.1% Pillar 2 requirement. The requirements may be met with CET1 capital and, in part, with AT1 and/or Tier 2 capital. The Pillar 2 requirement for 2027 remains unchanged from 2026.

The minimum CET1 requirement is 5.7%, made up of the 4.5% minimum Pillar 1 CET requirement and a 1.2% Pillar 2 CET1 requirement. Rabobank must also meet a combined buffer requirement. This includes the 2.5% Capital Conservation Buffer, a 1.52% total systemic buffer consisting of a 1.5% Other Systemically Important Institutions (“O-SII”) buffer imposed by the Dutch Central Bank (DNB) and a 0.02% systemic risk buffer for specific exposures, and a 1.2% Countercyclical Buffer (“CCyB”). Together, these produce an overall CET1 requirement of 10.9% from 1 January 2027.

The 10.9% CET1 requirement excludes the ECB’s Pillar 2 guidance, which is not disclosed.

As of 30 June 2026, Rabobank reported a CET1 ratio of 20.2%, already meeting its 2027 SREP capital requirement and exceeding its own ambition to maintain a CET1 ratio of at least 14%. Its Tier 1 ratio of 21.5% and total capital ratio of 22.9% at the same date also exceeded the total SREP capital requirements.

Requirements on an individual basis

From 1 January 2027, Rabobank must maintain a CET1 ratio of 8.4% on an individual basis. This consists of the minimum 4.5% Pillar 1 CET requirement, a 2.5% Capital Conservation Buffer, a 1.42% CCyB and a 0.02% systemic risk buffer for specific exposures. Rabobank’s individual CET1 ratio was 20.1% on 30 June 2026, also above the applicable requirement.

Parts of this press release are considered by Rabobank to be insider information that directly or indirectly relates to Rabobank as referred to in Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU 596/2014) which is disclosed in accordance with Article 17 of the Market Abuse Regulation.

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+31 (0) 30 216 2758
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(PRESS RELEASE) FREDERICIA, Denmark, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Energinet is preparing its first coordinated allocation of capacity for electricity consumers and producers awaiting connections to Denmark’s power grid. In November 2026, several hundred applicants will learn how much capacity can be offered under the new prioritisation arrangements. Households, smaller enterprises and essential public services in Category 1 will continue to have access to the capacity they require.

The Danish transmission system operator expects a combination of technical and operational measures to release additional grid capacity. On that basis, it anticipates that most mature Category 2 consumption projects ready for connection can also be accommodated, although availability will differ across regions. Producers face greater geographical constraints, with connections for new generation likely to remain difficult in certain areas in the near term.

Energinet is calculating the initial batch of coordinated allocations using four priority categories adopted as part of a politically agreed emergency plan for the electricity grid. The calculations follow consultations and data gathering with local distribution system operators.

“We are pleased that, together with the distribution system operators, we have now established a good overview of capacity requirements. On this basis, we will soon be able to provide clarity to many of the customers waiting to be connected to the electricity grid. At a time of rapidly growing demand for electricity, we unfortunately cannot connect everyone as quickly as they would like. However, there is sufficient capacity in the transmission grid to meet the electricity needs of ordinary households, smaller businesses and critical societal functions such as healthcare, defence and emergency preparedness, both now and in the years ahead,” says Søren Dupont Kristensen, Acting CEO of Energinet.

“We also expect to be able to offer capacity to the majority of mature Category 2 consumption projects that are ready for grid connection. However, there will be regional differences, and in some areas fewer Category 2 projects will be able to obtain capacity. For electricity producers, the regional differences will be greater. There are areas with a large surplus of electricity generation where it will be difficult in the short term to connect additional generation,” says Søren Dupont Kristensen, stressing that the calculations are still ongoing.

Category 2 covers projects including electrification of transport, heating and industry; renewable power generation; biogas; carbon capture; hydrogen production; and Power-to-X. Some projects may be offered connections subject to restricted grid access rather than unrestricted capacity.

In March, transmission capacity constraints led Energinet to pause new connections for large customers. Preparations for coordinated batch allocations have been under way since early summer, alongside legislation establishing the four-category prioritisation system. Distribution operators, meanwhile, have continued to connect many smaller businesses and households. Energinet has also reserved significant transmission capacity to support future demand from electric vehicles, heat pumps and switching from gas to electricity.

November allocation timetable and Bornholm arrangements

During the first half of November, Energinet plans to answer Category 1 and 2 applications from consumption projects seeking transmission-grid connections. Distribution system operators will receive their corresponding information at the same time and, following local reviews, inform applicants connecting to their networks. Category 3 and 4 applicants seeking transmission connections, and the relevant distribution operators, are scheduled to receive responses later in November.

Bornholm is subject to different circumstances because most of its electricity arrives via a subsea cable from Sweden. Energinet is continuing to work with the island’s distribution operator on increasing available capacity.

Making more use of the existing transmission grid

Energinet is investing more than DKK 100 billion in transmission-network expansion while examining lines and substations area by area for opportunities to increase usable capacity. The operator is also developing flexibility products to allow more connections without waiting for every network upgrade.

“In close dialogue with customers, distribution system operators, industry organisations and others, we will pursue every opportunity to create more capacity in the existing transmission grid while accelerating its expansion. We are looking for every available megawatt, and we are also prepared to ‘overbook’ and thereby effectively allocate more capacity than we strictly have available. If challenges arise along the way, we would rather address them as they occur than be overly cautious and hold capacity back,” says Søren Dupont Kristensen, explaining that Energinet’s only red line is that Denmark’s high level of security of electricity supply must not be compromised.

Category 3 and 4 projects may need flexible arrangements

Storage projects and other large power users in Categories 3 and 4 are expected to receive decisions later in November, after calculations based on local project data collected on 16 October. Energinet indicated that offering full access to all such projects is likely to be challenging, and said it would seek alternative arrangements with applicants.

“We do not yet have all the results, but it looks difficult to provide full grid access to projects in Categories 3 and 4. We will go a long way, together with our customers, to develop new, grid-friendly solutions. These could include connections with flexible consumption, limited grid access or other solutions that would allow us to connect more batteries and data centres in addition to those already connected to the grid,” says Søren Dupont Kristensen, continuing:

“In the flexible energy system of the future, batteries, for example, could play an important role. We need to find ways of connecting them that work for battery owners without placing additional strain on the electricity grid, and ideally in a way that helps relieve the grid.”

Measures to create capacity for additional customers

• One flexibility product has been submitted to the Danish Utility Regulator; Energinet intends to seek approval for five more before year-end. Products can become available once approved.
• Flexibility products and future initiatives would permit more grid connections for district heating plants, battery storage and other customers. Limited grid access could offer a reduced tariff in exchange for accepting interruptions when the network is under pressure, enabling faster connections.
• Engineering measures include faster transformer installation, component cooling and dynamic capacity optimisation based on weather and wind conditions.
• Energinet will discuss with selected existing customers whether they could switch from full to limited access, reducing their tariffs while releasing capacity for additional customers.
• Customers with unused contracted capacity will be consulted on whether some of that capacity can be made available to other applicants.
• Expansion work on the transmission grid will start earlier. Energinet has almost 200 construction projects across Denmark and plans to spend more than DKK 100 billion on network expansion.
• The operator will continue working with authorities, businesses, industry organisations and others to speed the development and implementation of technical solutions, market mechanisms, pilots and grid-friendly products.

Grid connection and allocation facts

Between 2020 and 2025, Denmark connected 3.8 GW of electricity consumption, including industrial processes, district heating, land and maritime transport, data centres and battery parks. Over the same period, 6.2 GW of generation capacity, including solar and wind, was connected.

In the 2026 prioritised allocation process, Category 1 includes 7 GW of consumption covered by existing connection agreements and a further 8 GW reserved for future electricity demand. For generation, 14 GW is covered by existing connection agreements and 2 GW reserved for future generation.

Category 2 connection requests total 3.2 GW of consumption and 4.2 GW of generation. As a comparison, Denmark’s maximum hourly electricity demand is approximately 7 GW.

Press contact

Energinet press team: +45 21 77 90 84 (does not receive SMS); pressekontakt@energinet.dk.

(PRESS RELEASE) WIESBADEN, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Panasonic is celebrating the 25th anniversary of LUMIX by introducing LUMIX Collective, a series of community events bringing photographers, filmmakers, creators and LUMIX enthusiasts together in cities across Europe and around the world.

Attendees will have opportunities to meet fellow creators and the LUMIX team through workshops, hands-on experiences and discussions. The events also invite participants to share their own experiences and feedback, which have contributed to the LUMIX brand’s development over the years.

Building on the response to last year’s LUMIX Live events in Europe, LUMIX Collective will begin in Manchester on 17 November 2026 before continuing to Berlin, Milan and Paris.

“Since the introduction of our first digital camera in 2001, LUMIX has continued to push the boundaries of imaging technology, supporting photographers and filmmakers in bringing their creative visions to life. As we mark our anniversary, the LUMIX Collective events recognise the creative community that has helped shape LUMIX over the past 25 years,” says Barnaby Sykes, European Imaging Manager.

European LUMIX Collective event dates

• Manchester, United Kingdom – 17 November 2026
• Berlin, Germany – 21 November 2026
• Milan, Italy – 25 November 2026
• Paris, France – 4 December 2026

LUMIX Collective Manchester

The Manchester event will be held at Victoria Warehouse from 3pm to 8pm and is designed to provide inspiration and opportunities to connect for creators of different experience levels.

• Panel discussions and workshop sessions with LUMIX creators and experts
• Photography and video shooting experiences
• Hands-on opportunities with the latest LUMIX equipment
• Exclusive gifts
• Food and refreshments

Participants are encouraged to bring their LUMIX cameras for an afternoon of creative activities, inspiration and connection.

Tickets are available through Ticket Tailor, with an exclusive 25% discount available using code LUMIX25. A separate Manchester VIP ticket link has also been provided.

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(PAZIŅOJUMS PRESEI) RĪGA, Latvija, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Trīs gadus Interreg Baltijas jūras reģiona projekts “Radošas apritīgas pilsētas” (CCC) pētīja, kas notiek, kad satiekas radošas prakses un aprites ekonomika, un vai naratīvu par aprites ekonomiku var pārvirzīt no tehniskas valodas uz to, kā cilvēki vērtē lietas un mijiedarbojas ar tām. Sešās pilsētās – Orhūsā (DK), Gdiņā (PL), Ķīlē (DE), Rīgā (LV), Tallinā (EE) un Turku (FI) – dizaineri, amatnieki, festivālu rīkotāji un kopienu organizācijas sadarbojās ar vietējām pašvaldībām, lai mainītu to, kā pilsētas izmanto jau esošos resursus.

29.–30. septembrī partneri, radošo nozaru pārstāvji un politikas veidotāji pulcējās Ķīlē uz noslēguma konferenci, lai dalītos pieredzē par to, kas izdevās, kas neizdevās un kas ir nepieciešams, lai no izmēģinājuma projektiem pārietu uz ilgstošām pārmaiņām aprites ekonomikas virzienā.

Mikrolīmeņa izmēģinājuma projekti, kuros tiek pētīta pāreja uz aprites ekonomiku

CCC atbalstīja sešus izmēģinājuma projektus, kuros tika apvienotas radošas un uz kopienu balstītas prakses, lai risinātu tādus jautājumus kā lielgabarīta atkritumu apsaimniekošana, uzņēmējdarbības attīstība, sociālās inovācijas un kolektīva rīcība, un katrs no tiem bija balstīts uz attiecīgās pašvaldības vajadzībām.

“Mēs izvēlējāmies strādāt nelielā mērogā, jo tieši nelielā mērogā pilsētas patiešām var izmēģināt dažādas lietas, tās pielāgot un dalīties ar gūto pieredzi. Festivāls, bibliotēkas dārzs vai mēbeļu atkārtotas izmantošanas izmēģinājuma projekts viens pats nemainīs pilsētas resursu plūsmas. Taču katrs no tiem parāda, kā radoša prakse var padarīt aprites ekonomikas izvēles vieglāk saprotamas un vieglāk īstenojamas, un katru no tiem cita pilsēta var pielāgot savām vajadzībām, nesākot no nulles,” saka projekta “Radošas apritīgas pilsētas” vadītāja Indra Levite.

Gdiņa: atkārtota izmantošana un apmaiņa. PPNT Gdiņas Dizaina centrs un biedrība “Pomorskie in the European Union” risināja lielgabarīta atkritumu apsaimniekošanas problēmu – vienu no vismazāk dokumentētajām pašvaldību atkritumu plūsmām. Divu mēnešu pilotprojektā 2025. gadā tika savāktas 34 mēbeļu vienības, un 52% no tām tika nodrošināta otra dzīve, kļūstot par pakalpojuma “Nodod tālāk” prototipu, ko citas pašvaldības var viegli ieviest.

Ķīle: remonts, dizains un paradumi. Remonta un otrreizējas pārstrādes festivālā, ko organizēja “Anscharcampus”, Heinriha Bēla (Heinrich Böll) fonds un “Zero Waste Kiel”, divos pasākumos piedalījās vairāk nekā 1300 dalībnieku. Atklātā vēstulē par remonta tiesībām, kuru atbalstīja vairāk nekā desmit organizācijas, pašvaldībai tika lūgts izveidot remonta centrus un iekļaut remontu publiskajos iepirkumos. Piecu dienu kursā ” Goldmine ” dizaina studenti izgatavoja vairāk nekā 20 izstrādājumus no izmestiem materiāliem.

Rīga: vieta un publiskā telpa. Rīgas Enerģētikas aģentūra izveidoja kopienas telpu no otrreizēji izmantotiem materiāliem Bolderājas bibliotēkas dārzā – apkaimē ar zemu iedzīvotāju līdzdalību. Konkursa un jauniešu hakatona ietvaros apkopotās iedzīvotāju idejas veidoja publiskā dizaina konkursa pamatu. Dārzs tika atklāts 2026. gada maijā, un tā paviljons ir nominēts Latvijas Arhitektūras balvai. Rīgas valstspilsētas pašvaldības aprites ekonomikas stratēģijā līdz 2040. gadam tagad ir integrētas kultūras un radošās nozares.

Tallina: uzņēmējdarbības attīstība un demonstrēšana. Tallinas Biznesa inkubators organizēja seminārus, inkubācijas programmu un mācību braucienus, kuros piedalījās vairāk nekā 1500 dalībnieku, palīdzot radošās nozares pārstāvjiem izstrādāt ilgtspējīgākus piedāvājumus. Tās izstādē “Aprites ekonomika praksē” ir iekļauti uzņēmumi, kas jau pielieto aprites ekonomikas principus.

Turku: kultūra kā saikne. ReTurku aprites ekonomikas karnevāls, ko organizēja Valonija, Turku pilsētas pašvaldība un Humak universitāte, norisinājās divos rajonos, un tā ietvaros tika rīkoti vairāk nekā 30 pasākumi, kuros piedalījās aptuveni 1000 apmeklētāju. Vairāk nekā 80% aptaujāto karnevāla dalībnieku guva jaunas idejas ilgtspējīgām ikdienas darbībām. Turku Klimata plānā radošās industrijas un māksla tagad tiek raksturotas kā pilsētas klimata stāsta līdzveidotājas.

Orhūsa: kopienas un sociālās inovācijas. Tādas kopienas kā “Dome”, kurā 2025. gadā notika 180 pasākumi, un “K10” Tranbjergā piedāvāja praktiskas aprites aktivitātes – no darba apģērba, futbola kreklu un slimnīcu gultasveļas pārveidošanas par jauniem produktiem līdz sieviešu apmācībai aprites tekstilizstrādājumu izgatavošanā. Orhūsa arī parāda nepieciešamību pielāgoties: par spīti iedzīvotāju petīcijai, “Dome” 2025. gada decembrī tika slēgts, jo tā teritorija tiek pārveidota, lai gan tiek turpināti centieni saglabāt šajā vietā uzsāktās aktivitātes.

Nepieciešamība pēc atbalsta struktūrām un politikas

Pilotprojekti rosināja divus pārdomu virzienus, kas vairāk attiecas uz infrastruktūru nekā uz idejām:

• Struktūrā ir jāintegrē nepārtrauktība. Sadarbība starp kultūras un ilgtspējības nodaļām bieži bija atkarīga no atsevišķiem darbiniekiem. Koordinācijai jābūt balstītai uz amatiem, nevis cilvēkiem, lai iniciatīvas pārdzīvotu personāla vai administrācijas maiņu.
• Budžeti būtu jāizstrādā tā, lai tie atbilstu starpnozaru darbam. Projekti, kuros satiekas kultūra un apritīgums, atrodas starp kultūras un aprites ekonomikas finansējumu, tāpēc to pakalpojumi bieži ir atkarīgi no projekta līdzekļiem vai brīvprātīgo darba. Būtu jāpārskata dotāciju shēmas, lai nodrošinātu elastīgu, ilgtspējīgu kopīgu izstrādi.

Šīs vajadzības veido Ķīlē prezentēto CCC politikas ceļvedi, kas pilotprojektu dalībnieku pieredzi transformē sistēmā āvalsts, reģionālā un vietējā līmeņa lēmumu pieņēmējiem.

“Šādi projekti demonstrē to, cik daudzslāņaina ir aprites ekonomika. Nav vienas pieejas vai pasākuma, kas mainītu to, kā mēs uztveram materiālus un apritīgumu. Ir nepieciešami visi līmeņi – politikas, uzņēmējdarbības, radošais, nevalstiskais un dzīvesveida. Tomēr atklāts paliek kāds jautājums: kā mēs ilgtermiņā finansēsim aprites iniciatīvas, jo īpaši, ja politikas līmenī ir nepieciešams laiks, lai veiktu izmaiņas? Vēl ir jāizstrādā ilgtspējīga finansēšana un ilgtermiņa finansēšanas modeļi. Tas noteikti varētu būt cita projekta temats,” saka organizācijas “Zero Waste Europe” valdes locekle Maija Krastiņa.

Tā vietā, lai ierosinātu jaunas struktūras, ceļvedī ir iekļauts aicinājums esošajām politikas jomām atzīt un finansēt to, kas jau tiek darīts: ministrijas var iekļaut kultūras un radošās nozares valsts plānos, pašvaldības var noteikt koordinācijas un pakalpojumu atbildīgo personu un piešķirt budžetu, bet finansēšanas iestādes var atvērt savus uzaicinājumus iesniegt pieteikumus kultūras vadītam aprites darbam. Laiks ir praktisks, jo Aprites ekonomikas likuma priekšlikums jāiesniedz līdz 2026. gada beigām, un tiek izstrādāti vairāki valstu plāni, tostarp Igaunijas plāns.

Politikas ceļvedis un citi CCC resursi ir pieejami vietnē creativecircularcities.com.

Par projektu “Radošas apritīgas pilsētas” (CCC)

“Radošas apritīgas pilsētas” (CCC) ir starptautisks projekts, ko līdzfinansē Interreg Baltijas jūras reģiona programma un Eiropas Savienība. Tajā tiek pētīts, kā kultūra un radošās industrijas var palīdzēt pilsētām pāriet no lineāra patēriņa uz aprites ekonomikas dzīvesveidu, izstrādājot un pārbaudot instrumentus, modeļus un vietējās aktivitātes, kas integrē aprites ekonomikā radošumu, iedzīvotāju iesaisti, uzņēmējdarbības attīstību un politikas veidošanu.

Kontaktpersona presei:

Laura Gundega Kristapsone
Komunikācijas vadītāja, “Creative Circular Cities”
Dānijas Kultūras institūts Igaunijā, Latvijā un Lietuvā
E-pasts: lgk@danishculture.com

(PRESSEMEDDELELSE) RIGA, Letland, 22-Okt-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — I tre år har Interreg Østersøregionens projekt Creative Circular Cities (CCC) undersøgt, hvad der sker, når kreative praksisser og cirkularitet mødes, og om fortællingen om cirkulær økonomi kan skifte fra teknisk sprog til, hvordan mennesker værdsætter og interagerer med ting. I seks byer – Aarhus (DK), Gdynia (PL), Kiel (DE), Riga (LV), Tallinn (EE) og Turku (FI) – har designere, producenter, festivaler og lokale organisationer samarbejdet med de lokale myndigheder om at ændre byernes forhold til de ressourcer, de allerede har.

Den 29.-30. september mødtes partnere, kreative kræfter og politiske beslutningstagere i Kiel til den afsluttende konference for at dele, hvad der fungerede, hvad der ikke fungerede, og hvad der er nødvendigt for at gå fra pilotprojekter til varig, cirkulær forandring.

Mikroskalaprojekter, der udforsker cirkulær omstilling

CCC støttede seks pilotprojekter, der kombinerede kreative og lokalsamfundsbaserede praksisser for at tackle emner som f.eks. storskrald, forretningsudvikling, social innovation og kollektive tiltag, hvor hvert enkelt projekt var baseret på den pågældende kommunes behov.

“Vi valgte at arbejde i lille skala, fordi det er der, byer rent faktisk kan afprøve ting, justere dem og dele, hvad de har lært. En festival, en bibliotekshave eller et pilotprojekt for genbrug af møbler vil ikke i sig selv ændre en bys ressourceflows. Men hvert enkelt initiativ viser, hvordan kreativ praksis kan gøre cirkulære valg lettere at forstå og lettere at deltage i, og hvert enkelt initiativ kan tilpasses af en anden by uden at skulle starte helt forfra”, siger Indra Levite, projektleder for Creative Circular Cities.

Gdynia: Genbrug og udveksling. PPNT Gdynia Design Centre og foreningen “Pomorskie in the European Union” tog fat på storskrald, som er en af de mindst dokumenterede kommunale affaldsstrømme. Et to måneder langt pilotprojekt i 2025 indsamlede 34 møbler og gav 52 % af dem et nyt liv, hvilket blev prototypen for “Pass It On”, en tjeneste, som andre kommuner nemt kan indføre.

Kiel: Reparation, design og adfærd. Repair & Upcycling Festival, der blev arrangeret af Anscharcampus, Heinrich Böll-fonden og Zero Waste Kiel, bød mere end 1.300 deltagere velkommen i løbet af to udgaver. Et åbent brev om retten til reparation, støttet af mere end ti organisationer, anmodede byen om reparationscentre og reparation i forbindelse med offentlige indkøb. På det femdages lange Goldmine-kursus lavede designstuderende over 20 produkter af kasserede materialer.

Riga: Sted og offentligt rum. Riga Energiagentur byggede et fællesskabsrum af genbrugsmaterialer i Bolderāja-bibliotekets have i et kvarter med lavt borgerengagement. Beboernes idéer, der blev indsamlet gennem en konkurrence og en hackathon for unge, formede det offentlige designudbud. Haven åbnede i maj 2026, og dens pavillon er blevet nomineret til den lettiske arkitekturpris. Rigas cirkulære økonomistrategi 2040 integrerer nu de kulturelle og kreative sektorer.

Tallinn: Forretningsudvikling og demonstration. Tallinns erhvervsvæksthus afholdt seminarer, et væksthusprogram og studieture, der involverede mere end 1.500 deltagere, hvilket hjalp kreative med at udvikle mere bæredygtige tilbud. Dets udstilling, The Circular Economy in Practice, præsenterer virksomheder, der allerede arbejder cirkulært.

Turku: Kultur som bindeled. ReTurku Circular Economy Carnival, der blev arrangeret af Valonia, Turku Kommune og Humak University, fandt sted i to bydele med over 30 arrangementer og omkring 1.000 besøgende; over 80 % af de adspurgte deltagere gik derfra med nye idéer til bæredygtige hverdagsaktiviteter. I Turkus klimaplan beskrives de kreative brancher og kunsten nu som medskabere af byens klimahistorie.

Aarhus: Fællesrum og social innovation. Steder som Dome, der var vært for 180 arrangementer i 2025, og K10 i Tranbjerg tilbød praktiske cirkulære aktiviteter, lige fra at omdanne arbejdstøj, fodboldtrøjer og hospitalslinned til nye produkter til at uddanne kvinder i cirkulært tekstilarbejde. Aarhus viser også behovet for tilpasning: På trods af en borgerunderskriftindsamling lukkede Dome i december 2025, da området blev ombygget, selvom der fortsat gøres en indsats for at videreføre dets momentum.

Behovet for støttestrukturer og -politikker

Pilotprojekterne førte til to overvejelser vedrørende infrastruktur snarere end idéer:

• Kontinuitet skal indbygges i strukturen. Samarbejdet mellem kultur- og bæredygtighedsafdelingerne var ofte afhængigt af de enkelte medarbejdere. Koordineringen bør forankres i stillinger snarere end i personer, så initiativerne overlever ændringer i personale eller administration.
• Budgetterne bør udformes, så de passer til tværsektorielt arbejde. Projekter, der kombinerer kultur og cirkularitet, falder mellem finansiering af kultur og cirkulær økonomi, så deres tjenester er ofte afhængige af projektmidler eller frivillige. Tilskudsordningerne bør revurderes for at muliggøre fleksibel, bæredygtig fælles udformning.

Disse behov danner grundlag for CCC-politik-køreplanen, der blev præsenteret i Kiel, og som omsætter piloternes erfaringer til en ramme for nationale, regionale og lokale beslutningstagere.

“Projekter som dette viser, hvor mange lag den cirkulære økonomi har. Der findes ikke én tilgang eller foranstaltning, der vil ændre den måde, vi ser på materialer og cirkularitet på. Alle niveauer – politiske, erhvervsmæssige, kreative, ikke-statslige og livsstilsmæssige – er nødvendige. Et spørgsmål står dog tilbage: Hvordan finansierer vi cirkulære initiativer på lang sigt, især hvis det tager tid at få styr på det politiske niveau? Bæredygtige finansierings- og langsigtede finansieringsmodeller er endnu ikke udviklet. Det kunne helt sikkert være emnet for et andet projekt”, siger Maija Krastiņa, bestyrelsesmedlem i Zero Waste Europe.

I stedet for at foreslå nye strukturer opfordrer køreplanen de eksisterende politiske områder til at anerkende og finansiere det, der allerede sker: Ministerierne kan inddrage de kulturelle og kreative sektorer i de nationale planer, byerne kan give koordination og tjenester en navngiven ansvarlig og et budget, og finansieringsorganerne kan åbne deres indkaldelser for kulturledet cirkulært arbejde. Timingen er praktisk, da forslaget til lov om cirkulær økonomi skal foreligge inden udgangen af 2026, og flere nationale planer, herunder Estlands, er under udarbejdelse.

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Om Creative Circular Cities (CCC)

Creative Circular Cities (CCC) er et tværnationalt projekt, der medfinansieres af Interreg Østersøregionens program og Den Europæiske Union. Det undersøger, hvordan kulturen og de kreative brancher kan hjælpe byer med at gå fra lineært forbrug til cirkulær livsstil ved at udvikle og afprøve værktøjer, modeller og lokale aktiviteter, der forbinder cirkulær økonomi med kreativitet, borgerinddragelse, forretningsudvikling og politisk beslutningstagning.

Pressekontakt:

Laura Gundega Kristapsone
Kommunikationsansvarlig, Creative Circular Cities
Det Danske Kulturinstitut i Estland, Letland og Litauen
E-mail: lgk@danishculture.com

(PRESS RELEASE) WERDOHL, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Vossloh AG reported an order intake of €1,154.5 million for the first nine months of 2026, a 21.7 percent increase from €948.5 million in the prior-year period. The rail infrastructure group said its order backlog reached €1,094.0 million, up 27.8 percent, while its book-to-bill ratio remained at 1.06. The inclusion of VTT Europe (Sateba) contributed €178 million in orders, although order intake also rose approximately 3 percent on an acquisition-adjusted basis, primarily reflecting stronger North American demand.

Commenting on the results, Oliver Schuster, CEO of Vossloh AG, said: “The rail infrastructure market remains intact and underlines our confidence in achieving our medium-term ambitions. We are currently facing a number of challenges, not least against the backdrop of ongoing geopolitical tensions in large parts of the world, which are temporarily weighing on our profitability. It is therefore all the more important that we now set the right course for a successful future and, in particular, continue to consistently expand our portfolio of digital solutions,”

Dr. Thomas Triska, CFO of the company, added: “We got off to a very good start in the fourth quarter and remain on track to achieve the targets adjusted in July of this year. For 2027, we expect the factors currently weighing on profitability to decline noticeably, resulting in significantly improved earnings again.”

Group sales increased by 19.6 percent to €1,086.8 million from €908.5 million, reflecting the consolidation of VTT Europe (Sateba). Excluding that acquisition, sales were approximately 4 percent lower year on year because of delayed projects and reduced call-offs under framework agreements in certain markets. EBITDA advanced to €128.5 million from €121.8 million, while the EBITDA margin decreased to 11.8 percent from 13.4 percent, affected in part by increased material and logistics prices and higher consulting expenses associated with mergers and acquisitions.

EBIT declined to €56.6 million, equivalent to a 5.2 percent margin, from €76.2 million and 8.4 percent a year earlier. The 2026 result included €13.6 million of purchase price allocation (PPA) effects from the Sateba transaction. Net income dropped to €22.9 million from €51.7 million, reflecting lower EBIT, an above-average tax rate and increased financing expenses; earnings per share were €0.35 compared with €2.12.

Free cash flow and financial position

Net financial debt reached €674.7 million, compared with €186.5 million a year earlier, mainly following purchase price payments for Sateba, Cordel and RTI. The equity ratio was 40.4 percent at the reporting date, versus 38.4 percent at the end of 2025. Free cash flow amounted to €(77.5) million in the nine-month period, compared with €0.2 million a year earlier, primarily as working capital rose by €106.0 million from the start of the year. Vossloh anticipates a substantial working-capital reduction in the fourth quarter and continues to expect positive full-year free cash flow and a material year-end reduction in net financial debt.

Core Components

In Core Components, orders climbed 54.0 percent to €560.1 million from €363.7 million, supported by the Tie Technologies business, the integration of VTT Europe (Sateba) and improved activity in North America. The nine-month book-to-bill ratio was 1.04 and the September 30 order backlog rose to €518.8 million from €299.3 million. Division sales expanded 55 percent to €538.2 million from €347.1 million, EBITDA rose to €80.3 million from €55.1 million and EBIT edged up to €39.2 million from €38.9 million.

The division recorded €13.6 million in PPA-related expenses associated with VTT Europe (Sateba). The transitional consolidation of a joint venture in Lithuania supported results, while a brand licence fee charged internally to VTT Europe (Sateba) for the first time during the third quarter had an adverse effect.

Customized Modules

Customized Modules received €439.2 million in orders, versus €432.6 million in the first nine months of 2025, and posted a book-to-bill ratio of 1.04. Growth in orders was particularly notable in Tanzania, Poland and Australia. The September 30 backlog was €505.5 million, against €524.8 million one year earlier. Sales were €423.9 million, compared with €427.1 million, as higher revenue in Morocco and Australia largely compensated for declines elsewhere.

The division reported EBITDA of €45.3 million, down from €58.3 million, and EBIT of €28.7 million, versus €42.8 million. Prior-year results benefited from significantly larger positive nonrecurring effects at a Swedish subsidiary and a positive accounting effect linked to the transitional consolidation of a Chinese joint venture. This year, start-up costs at a new Swedish production facility and higher material and logistics expenses weighed on performance. Vossloh said its third-quarter EBIT margin improved year on year and expects the trend to continue in the final quarter.

Lifecycle Solutions

Orders at Lifecycle Solutions increased modestly to €179.7 million from €176.2 million, with third-quarter order trends improving, particularly in Germany and China. The order backlog rose to €78.3 million from €42.9 million. Revenue was €152.1 million, below the previous year’s €159.5 million, while EBITDA decreased to €17.0 million from €21.7 million and EBIT to €3.5 million from €8.5 million. The division expects a substantial revenue uplift and significantly stronger profitability in the fourth quarter, driven by increased activity in Germany and international machine sales.

Employees and full-year outlook

Vossloh employed 5,691 people worldwide on September 30, 2026, an increase of 1,083 employees, or 23.5 percent, from the corresponding date in 2025. The change was attributable to the inclusion of VTT Europe (Sateba), Cordel and RTI.

The company reaffirmed its July-adjusted 2026 outlook, assuming a strong final quarter. Revenue is expected to be around the midpoint of its €1,510 million–€1,610 million guidance range, compared with €1,343.2 million in 2025. EBITDA guidance remains €195 million–€210 million (2025: €179.4 million), and EBIT guidance remains €100 million–€110 million (2025: €111.9 million). Owing to project postponements and temporary or nonrecurring cost pressures, Vossloh now anticipates EBITDA and EBIT near the lower ends of those ranges.

Development of key financial figures

Investor and media contacts

Dr. Daniel Gavranovic, Corporate Head of Investor Relations, telephone: +49 (0) 23 92 / 52-609.

Ivo Banek, Corporate Head of Public Relations, mobile: +49 (0) 174 18 65 221.

Vossloh AG, Vosslohstr. 4, 58791 Werdohl, Germany. Telephone: +49 (0) 2392 52-0. Email: info@vossloh.com. Website: Vossloh.

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Swedbank has reported profit of SEK 8,249 million for the third quarter of 2026, an increase of 15% from the second quarter. The bank recorded total quarterly income of SEK 17,986 million, down 1% quarter on quarter, against a positive business climate and continued customer activity.

Swedbank President and CEO Jens Henriksson comments: “Proactive work close to our customers creates business momentum.”

The bank also highlighted approvals of credit risk models in Sweden and the Baltics and its position as the most loved brand in the Baltics for the eighth consecutive year.

Third-quarter and nine-month financial performance

Net interest income for the quarter rose 3% to SEK 11,568 million from SEK 11,276 million in the second quarter, while net commission income increased 5% to SEK 4,704 million. Net gains and losses on financial items fell 43% to SEK 601 million and other income was SEK 1,114 million, down 15%.

Total expenses decreased 6% quarter on quarter to SEK 7,417 million. Profit before impairments, bank taxes and resolution fees rose 3% to SEK 10,569 million, while profit before tax increased 15% to SEK 10,541 million. Diluted earnings per share were SEK 7.30, compared with SEK 6.37 in Q2; return on equity rose to 15.6% from 14.2%.

Across January–September 2026, total income increased 3% to SEK 53,164 million from SEK 51,396 million in the corresponding period of 2025. Total expenses rose 21% to SEK 22,153 million, and profit for the nine months declined 7% to SEK 22,789 million from SEK 24,593 million.

The Common Equity Tier 1 capital ratio was 17.2% at the end of the third quarter, compared with 17.4% in Q2 and 19.7% for January–September 2025. The quarterly cost/income ratio stood at 0.41, versus 0.43 in the preceding quarter.

Financial information

All income-statement figures are stated in SEK millions (SEKm) unless indicated otherwise. Percentage-change columns and all comparative figures follow the published interim report.

1) Other income includes the items Net insurance, Share of profit or loss of associates and joint ventures, and Other income from the Group income statement.

2) See the tables Adjusting items on page 6 and 7.

The complete interim report for the third quarter of 2026 and the accompanying press release are available from Swedbank.

Contact

Maria Caneman, Head of Investor Relations
Phone: +46 72 238 32 10
E-mail: maria.caneman@swedbank.se

Hannes Mård, Head of Press
Phone: +46 73 057 41 95
Email: hannes.mard@swedbank.se

Inside information

This information constitutes inside information that Swedbank is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation (EU nr 596/2014). The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, 22 October 2026, at 07:00 CEST.

(PRESS RELEASE) SOLNA, Sweden, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Telia Company reported service revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth in the third quarter and first nine months of 2026, alongside stronger free cash flow and a lower leverage ratio. The Nordic and Baltic telecommunications group has also raised its full-year earnings and cash flow outlook as it pursues further operational simplification.

Third-quarter financial performance

• Revenue amounted to SEK 21.3 billion (19.9).
• Service revenue increased 3.3%, like for like, driven mainly by strong development in Sweden, Norway and the Baltics.
• Adjusted EBITDA increased 2.9%, like for like, driven by service revenue growth across most markets coupled with lower operational expenses.
• Operating income increased to SEK 4.4 billion (4.0).
• Total net income increased to SEK 2.9 billion (2.5) and total EPS increased to SEK 0.69 (0.60).
• CAPEX excluding spectrum, leases and non-organic assets increased to SEK 2.9 billion (2.8).
• Free cash flow increased to SEK 3.7 billion (2.9) and cash flow from operating activities increased to SEK 7.6 billion (7.1).
• Leverage decreased to 2.00x compared with 2.06x in the previous quarter.
• Dividend of SEK 0.51 per share was paid to shareholders.
• Outlook 2026 (upgraded): Adjusted EBITDA growth, like for like, of 3-4% (previously around 3%), Free cash flow of at least SEK 9 billion (previously around SEK 9 billion).
• Proposed further localization of operations and reduction of ~900 positions across Telia announced on October 12, targeting SEK 1 billion in annual gross savings with full effect from 2028.

Third-quarter revenue stood at SEK 21.3 billion, compared with SEK 19.9 billion a year earlier. Service revenue rose by 3.3% on a like-for-like basis, supported primarily by Sweden, Norway and the Baltic markets. Adjusted EBITDA grew by 2.9% like for like, while leverage eased to 2.00x from 2.06x in the preceding quarter.

Nine-month results

• Revenue amounted to SEK 62.0 billion (59.7).
• Service revenue increased 2.8%, like for like, driven by growth in all markets, although mainly in Sweden.
• Adjusted EBITDA increased 3.5%, like for like, driven by service revenue growth across all markets coupled with lower operational expenses.
• Operating income increased to SEK 11.2 billion (11.0).
• Free cash flow increased to SEK 7.8 billion (6.9) and cash flow from operating activities increased to SEK 20.3 billion (20.1).
• The acquisition of Bredband2 i Skandinavien AB was completed, and the company was consolidated from February.

For January to September, Telia reported SEK 62.0 billion in revenue, up from SEK 59.7 billion in the comparable period. Adjusted EBITDA increased 3.5% like for like, supported by service revenue growth across all markets and lower operating expenditure. The acquisition of Bredband2 i Skandinavien AB was completed and consolidated from February.

CEO comment

“Our business momentum continues, with further improvements in customer satisfaction across our footprint. Financial results were somewhat better than anticipated, due to solid service revenue growth and lower operational expenses. As a result, we are raising our full-year EBITDA growth outlook from around 3% to 3-4%, and our full-year free cash flow outlook from around SEK 9 billion to at least SEK 9 billion. We are determined to become an even simpler, faster and more efficient company, and after the end of the quarter, we announced proposals to localize our operations further. This would strengthen the role of our country units in meeting fast-evolving customer needs and delivering profitable growth, while supporting annual gross savings of SEK 1 billion.

Commercial progress

In Sweden, the strong performance of our consumer business continued, with service revenue growth driven by TV and mobile. The integration of Bredband2 is progressing well, broadening our position in the value-driven fixed broadband sector and creating opportunities for cross-selling. Our Fello brand has Sweden’s most satisfied B2C customers according to SKI’s latest customer satisfaction survey, with Telia topping the B2B rankings for the 20th time in 22 years. As expected, EBITDA growth was lower, partly due to delivery of B2B customer projects with lower margins, with a rebound expected in Q4. Mission-critical revenue grew well, and after the end of the quarter, Telia was chosen as the lead partner and radio access network (RAN) supplier for Sweden’s new nationwide emergency communication network.

In Finland, the consumer mobile sector remains competitive, negatively impacting customer intake. However, consumer fixed broadband is growing, supported by our co-owned fiber company Valokuitunen. Our healthy momentum in the enterprise sector continues, both with SMEs and large enterprise customers, with Telia rated number one for B2B customers in EPSI’s recent survey. We completed the transfer of our Finnish enterprise cloud and capacity services to CGI, along with approximately 250 employees, in line with our strengthened focus on the core connectivity business.

In Norway, we continue our turnaround with positive EBITDA growth returning in the quarter, primarily driven by price adjustments in fixed services. Mobile customer intake strengthened, and EPSI’s survey recognized Telia’s OneCall brand as having Norway’s most satisfied B2C mobile customers. We have finalized all significant parts of our RAN partnership agreement with ice, which we expect to deliver clear customer and financial benefits, and we are now focused on concluding regulatory discussions ahead of the planned start of operations in early 2027.

In Lithuania, mobile and fixed services again performed well, supported by strong customer demand and price adjustments. Telia has been selected to provide critical communications, connectivity and cybersecurity infrastructure for Lithuania’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2027, which represents a high-profile proof-point of our trusted capabilities to secure digital environments.

Estonia continued to grow both service revenue and EBITDA, mainly due to solid performance in mobile. During the quarter, we launched an AI-powered customer service assistant that has been well received by customers and is already shortening query response times.

Technology is an important enabler of secure and resilient services for our customers and our teams. During the quarter, we strengthened our customers’ digital security by launching Enhanced Caller ID and mobile DNS firewall services, and we are expanding commercial 5G standalone capabilities across our footprint. More than 70% of our workforce now use AI in their daily work, helping us identify new sales opportunities, deliver more relevant customer offerings, accelerate software development and network analysis, and provide faster customer support. Satellite-based solutions are also becoming a part of our industry ecosystem, which has always been very competitive. Our priority is to provide the highest-quality and most reliable services. To this end, we are already complementing our terrestrial networks with satellite solutions to cater for emerging demand from enterprise customers with specific use cases, while exploring opportunities to create additional value as demand develops.

Sustainability progress

Telia became the first telecom operator to score 10/10 in Global Child Forum’s annual benchmark of how well companies protect and support children’s rights. Suppliers representing 64% of spend in Telia’s supply chain have now set science-based targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions, up 1% in the quarter, and we are actively engaging to increase this proportion further. We also launched the latest Telia Trend Report, which shows how our solutions can enable sustainable business value for companies and organizations.

Financial progress

Service revenue accelerated further in Q3, albeit with some deals expected in Q4 being brought forward by customers. With operational expenses down -2.6%, EBITDA growth increased to 2.9%, compared with the ~2% flagged last quarter. This reflects good progress on cost and capital discipline, as well as more temporary items including energy and bad debt. Free cash flow was strong, and driven by growth in EBITDA, lower CAPEX and positive working capital contribution. Our balance sheet is healthy, with leverage at 2.00x, which is at the lowest end of our target range.

Looking ahead

We are confident in delivering on our mid-term plan and financial ambitions. The progress Telia is making, combined with our upgraded full-year EBITDA growth and free cash flow outlook, and the proposals for further localization and savings presented this month, all reflect our commitment to constant improvement. Our strategy continues to deliver results, and we are fully focused on execution and on meeting the evolving needs of consumers, businesses and societies.”

Patrik Hofbauer, President & CEO

In the CEO comment, all growth rates disclosed are based on the “like for like” definition and EBITDA refers to adjusted EBITDA, unless otherwise stated. See definitions for more information.

Regulatory disclosure

This information is information that Telia Company AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the contact person set out below, at 07:00 CET on October 22, 2026.

NOTES TO EDITORS

For more information, contact Tobias Gyhlénius, Head of Group Communications, on +46 (0)771 77 58 30, visit our newsroom and follow us on LinkedIn. To download our logo, high-resolution images of Telia leaders, offices and solutions, or B-roll footage for editorial use, visit our media bank.

ABOUT TELIA

Telia Company (STO: TELIA) is a leading telecommunications operator in the Nordic and Baltic regions. Every day, we deliver world-class connectivity and communications services to millions of customers through our sustainable and secure networks – enabling people, businesses and societies to thrive and grow. Our unique position at the center of digitalization shapes our ambition to be a trusted and progressive partner and gives us our purpose: to reinvent better connected living. Find out more at http://www.teliacompany.com/en.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements made in the press release relating to future status or circumstances, including future performance and other trend projections are forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the future. There can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements due to many factors, many of which are outside the control of Telia Company.

(PRESS RELEASE) HANNOVER, Lower Saxony, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — MTU Maintenance has broken ground on a major extension of its engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in Hannover, Germany. The project will add more than 10,000 square metres of space at the company’s original engine MRO site, expanding capacity to support long-term demand for aero engine services.

The expansion comprises 7,700 square metres of additional production space and 2,200 square metres of office space, bringing the Hannover facility’s total area to more than 110,000 square metres. Scheduled to enter service in late 2028, the development is expected to create 200 new jobs in Lower Saxony.

“At MTU Aero Engines, we are prepared for growth in a strong and positive industry environment,” says Dr. Johannes Bussmann, CEO MTU Aero Engines. “We are investing at all our facilities, in Germany and around the world, to ensure we meet international demand for cutting-edge aero engine technology as well as our customers’ and partners’ maintenance, repair and overhaul requirements for decades to come.”

Additional capacity for widebody engine work and repairs

The project involves an investment of more than €100 million, with partial support from Wirtschaftsförderungs-Gesellschaft Langenhagen Flughafen mbH. MTU expects the new facilities to raise site capacity by more than 20 percent, primarily accommodating high-demand widebody engine shop visits and module repairs, including work on GEnx turbine center frames and, in future, GE9X turbine center frames. Space freed up in the existing buildings will also be used and optimised for important engine repair activities.

“MTU Maintenance Hannover was the birthplace of MRO for MTU and it has continually grown and developed over the past decades,” adds Jaap Beijer, Senior Vice President MRO Operations at MTU and Managing Director of the Hannover site. “This new expansion is not just a building, it complements our existing expertise and ensures our key role within MTU’s maintenance network now and in the future. We are committed to the region, our workforce and our customers.”

Hannover’s role within MTU’s global MRO network

MTU Aero Engines entered the MRO business when it established a maintenance facility in Hannover in 1979. Since then, its maintenance division has continued to expand internationally and has become the world’s second-largest engine MRO provider by shop visit volume. MTU Maintenance now has more than 30 engine types in its portfolio, employs over 7,500 people and offers customers a broad global range of engine services.

The Hannover site is a wholly owned subsidiary of MTU Aero Engines. It undertakes MRO for both widebody and narrowbody engines, including GE’s CF6-80C2 and GE90-110/-115B, as well as the GEnx turbine center frame, Pratt & Whitney’s PW1100G-JM and the V2500 engine from IAE International. Hannover also serves as MTU’s centre of competence for high-tech repairs and provides services including on-site events and engine teardowns.

Further information is available from MTU Aero Engines.

Media contact

Victoria Nicholls; Senior Communications Manager; Cell: +49 (0) 171 375 544 7; victoria.nicholls@mtu.de

(PRESS RELEASE) ST. GALLEN, St. Gallen, Switzerland, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — University of St.Gallen students are bringing the international sports industry to campus with the 2026 edition of the Impulse Summit, a two-day conference organised by the student association Impulse Network. Around 200 participants are expected to attend the event on 29 and 30 October under the title “Redefining Boundaries”.

The student association aims to introduce students to the sports industry and help them build contacts within the sector. Around 30 HSG students volunteer their time to support this work.

“The global sports industry is undergoing a transformation. There are more ways than ever before to follow sport through various channels. As a result, the presentation of sport as entertainment is also on the rise,” says Carina Wartmann. The HSG student is president of the Impulse Network.

“We’re all sports enthusiasts, and many of us would like to work in this sector later on,” says Wartmann, who runs ultramarathons in her spare time. Once a year, the society organises the Impulse Summit, a two-day conference on the sports business attracting around 200 participants. This year, it will take place on 29 and 30 October under the title ‘Redefining Boundaries’. The focus is on changes within the industry and the associated issues of fairness, economic impact and long-term sustainability. “We also tackle controversial topics relating to sport and business,” says Wartmann. The 2026 FIFA World Cup, for example, has once again demonstrated how closely sport, politics and economic interests are intertwined.

From AI to private equity in football

The programme covers various areas of the sports business. Topics for discussion include the impact of artificial intelligence on sports organisations, new business models and media rights, private equity in football, and the economic sustainability of major sporting events. The approximately 60 speakers include former FC Basel president Bernhard Heusler, the Swiss national ice hockey coach Jan Cadieux, and Wanja Greuel, under whose leadership as CEO of BSC Young Boys the club won several Swiss league titles. In previous years, Swiss Olympic triathlon champion Nicola Spirig was also a guest at the summit.

Alongside leading figures from the Swiss sporting world, representatives from international organisations will be in attendance, including the National Hockey League (NHL) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). The breadth of the programme has been deliberately chosen. “In its early days, the Summit was more focused on football. For several years now, we have been trying to cover a wider range of sports,” says Wartmann.

International students meet FC St. Gallen

The organisers also want to strengthen exchange between students and the sports industry beyond the summit itself. To support this aim, the Impulse Network is inviting 60 students from universities in HSG’s international exchange network to spend a week in St. Gallen. They will stay free of charge with HSG students and explore different aspects of the sports business during their visit, including a workshop at FC St. Gallen. In this way, the local football club becomes part of a programme combining international perspectives with insights into the Swiss sporting landscape.

Another programme item focuses on young companies. Four start-ups — PIN Sport App, augo training, KlubBase and FITZELT — will present their business ideas at the end of the first day of the conference. A jury and the audience will jointly select the winner, who will receive tickets to the Sports Tech Nation sports innovation conference and the START Summit, Europe’s largest student-organised start-up conference.

Public session before the summit

Before the summit begins, a free public event will take place on 27 October at 6.45 pm. Roger Stilz, sporting director of FCSG, will speak at the SQUARE at HSG about the long-term development of a team and the promotion of young players. Further information and registration are available here.

Contact

+41 71 224 22 25
kommunikation@unisg.ch

Projets pilotes à petite échelle explorant la transition circulaire

Le projet CCC a soutenu six projets pilotes combinant des pratiques créatives et communautaires pour aborder des thèmes tels que les déchets encombrants, le développement des entreprises, l’innovation sociale et l’action collective, chacun étant fondé sur les besoins de sa municipalité.

« Nous avons choisi de travailler à petite échelle, car c’est à cette échelle que les villes peuvent réellement essayer des choses, les ajuster et partager ce qu’elles ont appris. Un festival, un jardin de bibliothèque ou un projet pilote de réemploi de meubles ne suffiront pas à eux seuls à modifier les flux de ressources d’une ville. Mais chacun d’entre eux montre comment la pratique créative peut rendre les choix circulaires plus faciles à comprendre et à adopter, et chacun d’entre eux peut être adapté par une autre ville sans repartir de zéro », explique Indra Levite, cheffe de projet de Creative Circular Cities.

Gdynia : Réutilisation et échange. Le Centre de design PPNT de Gdynia et l’association « Poméranie dans l’Union européenne » se sont attaqués aux déchets encombrants, l’un des flux de déchets municipaux les moins bien documentés. Un projet pilote de deux mois en 2025 a permis de collecter 34 meubles et d’en donner une seconde vie à 52 %, devenant ainsi le prototype de « Pass It On », un service que d’autres municipalités peuvent facilement adopter.

Kiel : Réparation, conception et comportement. Le festival Repair & Upcycling, organisé par Anscharcampus, la Fondation Heinrich Böll et Zero Waste Kiel, a accueilli plus de 1 300 participants au cours de ses deux éditions. Une lettre ouverte sur le droit à la réparation, soutenue par plus de dix organisations, a demandé à la ville de mettre en place des centres de réparation et d’inclure la réparation dans les marchés publics. Au cours de la formation Goldmine de cinq jours, les étudiants en design ont fabriqué plus de 20 produits à partir de matériaux mis au rebut.

Riga : Lieu et espace public. L’Agence de l’énergie de Riga a construit un espace communautaire à partir de matériaux réutilisés dans le jardin de la bibliothèque de Bolderāja, dans un quartier où la participation civique est faible. Les idées des habitants, recueillies dans le cadre d’un concours et d’un hackathon pour les jeunes, ont façonné l’appel d’offres public pour la conception. Le jardin a ouvert ses portes en mai 2026, et son pavillon a été nominé pour le Prix d’architecture letton. La stratégie d’économie circulaire 2040 de Riga intègre désormais les secteurs de la culture et de la création.

Tallinn : Développement des entreprises et démonstration. L’incubateur d’entreprises de Tallinn a organisé des séminaires, un programme d’incubation et des voyages d’étude qui ont mobilisé plus de 1 500 participants, aidant ainsi les créateurs à développer des offres plus durables. Son exposition « L’économie circulaire en pratique » présente des entreprises qui travaillent déjà de manière circulaire.

Turku : La culture comme élément de liaison. Le carnaval de l’économie circulaire ReTurku, organisé par Valonia, la ville de Turku et l’Université Humak, s’est déroulé dans deux quartiers et a compté plus de 30 événements et environ 1 000 visiteurs ; plus de 80 % des participants interrogés sont repartis avec de nouvelles idées d’actions quotidiennes durables. Le plan climatique de Turku décrit désormais les industries créatives et les arts comme des co-bâtisseurs de l’histoire climatique de la ville.

Aarhus : Espaces communautaires et innovation sociale. Des espaces tels que le Dome, qui a accueilli 180 événements en 2025, et le K10 à Tranbjerg ont proposé des activités circulaires concrètes, allant de la transformation de vêtements de travail, de maillots de football et de linge d’hôpital en nouveaux produits à la formation de femmes au travail textile circulaire. Aarhus montre également la nécessité de s’adapter : malgré une pétition citoyenne, le Dome a fermé ses portes en décembre 2025, car son quartier est en cours de réaménagement, mais des efforts se poursuivent pour maintenir son élan.

La nécessité de structures et de politiques de soutien

Les projets pilotes ont donné lieu à deux réflexions portant davantage sur les infrastructures que sur les idées :

• La continuité doit être intégrée à la structure. La coopération entre les services de la culture et du développement durable dépendait souvent de fonctionnaires individuels. La coordination doit être ancrée dans des postes plutôt que dans des personnes, afin que les initiatives survivent aux changements de personnel ou d’administration.
• Les budgets doivent être conçus de manière à s’adapter aux travaux intersectoriels. Les projets combinant culture et circularité se situent entre les financements de la culture et ceux de l’économie circulaire, de sorte que leurs services dépendent souvent des fonds alloués aux projets ou de bénévoles. Les systèmes d’octroi de subventions devraient être réévalués afin de permettre une co-conception flexible et durable.

Ces besoins façonnent la feuille de route politique du CCC, présentée à Kiel, qui transforme l’expérience des projets pilotes en un cadre destiné aux décideurs nationaux, régionaux et locaux.

« Des projets comme celui-ci montrent à quel point l’économie circulaire est complexe. Il n’existe pas d’approche ou de mesure unique qui changera notre façon de concevoir les matériaux et la circularité. Tous les niveaux, politique, économique, créatif, non gouvernemental et mode de vie, sont nécessaires. Une question demeure toutefois : comment financer les initiatives circulaires à long terme, surtout si le niveau politique met du temps à se mettre en place ? Les modèles de financement durable et de financement à long terme restent encore à élaborer. Cela pourrait certainement faire l’objet d’un autre projet », déclare Maija Krastiņa, membre du conseil d’administration de Zero Waste Europe.

Plutôt que de proposer de nouvelles structures, la feuille de route invite les domaines politiques existants à reconnaître et à financer ce qui est déjà en place : les ministères peuvent intégrer les secteurs culturels et créatifs dans les plans nationaux, les villes peuvent attribuer la coordination et les services à un responsable désigné doté d’un budget, et les organismes de financement peuvent ouvrir leurs appels à projets aux initiatives circulaires portées par la culture. Le calendrier est judicieux, car la proposition de loi sur l’économie circulaire doit être présentée avant la fin de 2026 et plusieurs plans nationaux, dont celui de l’Estonie, sont en cours d’élaboration.

La feuille de route politique et d’autres ressources du CCC sont disponibles sur creativecircularcities.com.

À propos de Creative Circular Cities (CCC)

Creative Circular Cities (CCC) est un projet transnational cofinancé par le programme Interreg pour la région de la mer Baltique et par l’Union européenne. Il explore la manière dont la culture et les industries créatives peuvent aider les villes à passer d’une consommation linéaire à des modes de vie circulaires, en élaborant et en testant des outils, des modèles et des activités locales qui relient l’économie circulaire à la créativité, à l’engagement des citoyens, au développement des entreprises et à l’élaboration des politiques.

Contacts presse :

Laura Gundega Kristapsone
Responsable de la communication, Creative Circular Cities
Institut culturel danois en Estonie, Lettonie et Lituanie
E-mail : lgk@danishculture.com

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, England, United Kingdom, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — EDF Small Business has awarded five organisations grants of £5,000 each for sustainability projects designed to lower energy consumption and operating costs. The energy supplier is also making a further £25,000 available through its Powering Local Businesses programme with Enterprise Nation, alongside plans for a London pop-up shop.

In addition to the five sustainability grant recipients, another five organisations have been awarded free Pod EV workplace chargers. A further round of funding, opening on 20 October 2026, offers 25 individual grants of £1,000 to small businesses.

The programme follows findings from the Growth on Hold survey, published by Enterprise Nation in partnership with Square and EDF Small Business. Three quarters (75%) of small businesses surveyed were unaware of available energy-efficiency grants or reliefs. Among respondents able to assess the effect of rising energy bills, these costs had reduced margins by approximately 18% on average.

Funding energy-saving improvements

The £5,000 awards will help fund initiatives such as solar panels, battery storage and other energy-saving measures. Birtley Community Pool intends to fit destratification fans to redistribute warm air from near the ceiling throughout its pool hall.

Matthew Grant at Birtley Community Pool said: “This grant will help Birtley Community Pool to invest in destratification fans, which will reduce our annual carbon emissions by 28,000kg, and our annual energy costs by £7.3k. It will also improve the environment in our pool hall by eliminating cold spots which are quite challenging for the elderly and very young children.”

Another successful applicant, Tilefield Nature, will use its award for a solar-and-battery installation supporting its environmental, educational and community activities.

Amanda Barton at Tilefield Nature said: “We are absolutely delighted to receive this £5,000 award. It means we can go ahead with the full solar and battery project now, rather than having to delay or reduce it, helping us cut our reliance on grid electricity while supporting the environmental, educational and community work taking place at Tilefield Nature.”

Claire Nutt, Director of Small Business at EDF, added: “When budgets are stretched, finding the money for energy-saving improvements can be difficult. These grants give small business owners the opportunity to invest now and benefit from savings in the years ahead.

“With so many small businesses unaware of the support available, we also want to help more owners understand their options and take their next step.”

New grants and a London retail opportunity

Applications for the next 25 grants of £1,000 each open on 20 October, with a closing date of 29 November. Businesses can review the eligibility requirements and apply through the Powering Local Businesses grant application page.

The programme will also open a temporary shop in Notting Hill, London, on 30 November. Running until 13 December, it will offer small business owners an opportunity to try out a physical retail space, evaluate a new location, meet customers and reach new audiences during the busy Christmas shopping period.

About EDF

EDF is driving the transition towards An Electric Britain – a secure, affordable, low-carbon future for everyone. As Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity, we are investing more than £100 million weekly in Britain’s electricity infrastructure. We supply millions of customers with electricity and help homes and businesses switch to electricity for heating, transport and industrial processes.

We operate five nuclear power stations and more than 35 onshore wind farms and three offshore wind farms. Since 2009, EDF has invested almost £9 billion in the nuclear fleet to improve reliability and extend station lifetimes. The five generating stations currently supply about 12% of the UK’s electricity demand.

EDF is building the UK's nuclear renaissance with the construction of a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C. We are a minority investor (12.5%) in and major supplier to a replica plant at Sizewell C in Suffolk. Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C will provide low carbon electricity to meet 14% of UK demand and power around 12 million homes. EDF Group companies Framatome and Arabelle Solutions have a presence in the UK and manufacture critical equipment such as reactor pressure vessels and turbines.

EDF is enabling its 5 million customers, both in business and at home, to choose electric solutions that save cash and carbon, whether it is buying an electric car, generating and storing electricity, selling energy back to the grid or installing solar panels or a heat pump. In 2025, EDF’s Customers business was ranked as one of the Sunday Times’s Best Place to Work.

It is also one of the UK’s leading developers of renewable energy through EDF power solutions UK and Ireland. We have more than 2GW of renewable generation in operation and over 10GW in construction, planning and development across a range of technologies including onshore and offshore wind, solar and battery storage.

We are one of the largest suppliers to British business and a leading supplier of innovative energy solutions that are helping businesses become more energy independent. In addition, the company’s energy services business, Dalkia, is one of the UK and Ireland’s largest technical service providers.

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, Bavaria, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — MAN Truck & Bus has highlighted the readiness of electric heavy-duty vehicles for long-haul transport during a visit by German Federal Minister of Transport Steffen Bilger to its operations in Munich. The minister learned about the latest technology in the new MAN eTGX, which made its world premiere at IAA Transportation 2026 several weeks earlier, and tested the truck himself.

MAN has been manufacturing electric trucks in series for more than a year and says they are prepared for a broad market ramp-up. Its battery-electric trucks have already covered more than 60 million kilometres in real customer operations since their market launch, demonstrating their suitability for everyday use. The company emphasised that charging infrastructure, electricity grids, financing and industrial policy must now advance at a pace matching developments in industry and transport.

After the presentation and test drive, Bilger discussed the requirements for wider electric-truck adoption with Alexander Vlaskamp, Chairman of the Executive Board of MAN Truck & Bus, and Frederik Zohm, Executive Board Member for Research and Development at MAN.

“My visit to MAN has once again convinced me of the future viability of electric trucks. Road freight transport is central to Germany as a business location. At the same time, it faces the major challenge of becoming more climate-friendly. Above all, this requires a high-performance charging infrastructure. That is why we are making targeted investments in the development of a nationwide fast-charging network for electric trucks. Our multi-billion-euro funding programme envisages around 4,200 charging points at 350 service areas. We are also supporting companies that want to equip their depots with charging points, as well as investors building publicly accessible charging infrastructure for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. In this way, we are creating planning certainty for the industry. It is clear to us: the market ramp-up for electric trucks will only succeed with high-performance charging options. We are making our contribution to this,” said German Federal Minister of Transport Steffen Bilger.

“The Federal Minister of Transport’s test drive in our MAN eTGX shows that the electric truck is no longer a vision of the future, but a proven product for every application – whether on construction sites, in distribution or long-haul transport. Industry has delivered. Now policymakers in Brussels and Berlin must actively support the market ramp-up through charging infrastructure, grids, financing and industrial policy framework conditions. We welcome the launch of the Germany-wide fast-charging network for trucks. What matters now is rapid implementation. At the same time, the industry needs practical framework conditions, including the permanent approval of a gross combination weight of 44 tonnes for locally emission-free vehicles – in line with combined transport. If policymakers, industry and the transport sector jointly create the necessary conditions, the ramp-up of locally emission-free commercial vehicles can progress significantly faster – benefiting the climate, the economy and Germany as an industrial location,” said Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus.

Key areas for action in the market ramp-up

According to MAN, widespread acceptance of electric trucks will require a rapid increase in charging infrastructure and stronger electricity connections for logistics centres and haulage companies. The company notes that 70 to 80 per cent of trucks are charged at these sites, making grid expansion that accounts for freight transport requirements particularly important.

Transport businesses must also make substantial investments in new electric vehicles and depot charging infrastructure. MAN therefore calls for reduced financial barriers and appropriate funding opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized companies.

The manufacturer also points to the importance of long-term planning certainty. Charging infrastructure is being expanded considerably more slowly than intended in many European countries, even though road freight transport frequently crosses national borders. MAN argues that European climate targets must be better aligned with the practical conditions needed to meet them. From its perspective, timelines for truck and bus CO₂ targets should be adjusted to reflect the development of the necessary infrastructure, alongside policies that encourage investment and protect innovation, industrial value creation and employment in Europe.

Second-generation MAN eTGX designed for long-distance operations

The second-generation MAN eTGX offers a range of up to 720 kilometres without intermediate charging and can charge via the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) at up to 750 kW. The vehicle is up to three per cent more efficient than its predecessor, while its optimised front improves direct visibility of other road users in front of and alongside the truck.

MAN’s electric commercial vehicle portfolio encompasses the eTGL, eTGM, eTGS and eTGX model ranges, serving applications from 12 to 50 tonnes gross weight. A modular battery system enables the eTGX to be adapted to different operating profiles. A typical 4×2 tractor unit with six batteries and 552 kWh total capacity can travel up to 660 kilometres. A 6×2 tractor unit, which will also become available with seven batteries and a total capacity of 644 kWh, can achieve up to 720 kilometres without intermediate charging.

At unchanged weight, the new battery generation provides up to ten per cent more usable energy. Drive output increases to as much as 440 kW (598 hp), while maximum recuperation output rises from 400 kW in the preceding generation to 480 kW. MAN says that on particularly mountainous routes, including the Brenner route, additional uphill energy consumption can be almost completely offset by subsequent downhill travel.

Greater recuperation, together with an aerodynamically optimised front extended 120 millimetres forward, delivers an overall efficiency improvement of up to three per cent compared with the previous model. With the optional MCS connector, the batteries can be recharged in around 30 minutes, allowing a charging stop to be integrated into the driver’s statutory 45-minute break.

Press contact

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MAN Truck & Bus press website

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — MAN Truck & Bus has expanded the digital services available for its MAN TGE van, introducing what it calls “Lifetime Connectivity” alongside the new MAN TGE Connect App and an account-based MAN ID system. Since September 2026, the vehicle’s digital services have been included without additional service fees for at least ten years.

The changes make online functions and map updates available without separate service charges while providing new options for accessing vehicle information and managing day-to-day operations through a smartphone. MAN describes the TGE Connect App as a central interface linking drivers and their vehicles in real time.

Connectivity and navigation services included

Under the Lifetime Connectivity offer, digital features including over-the-air updates, news and weather applications, and the digital owner’s manual are provided without extra service or subscription fees for at least ten years. The introduction of MAN ID adds access to MAN Connect Streaming & Remote services, including the IDA online voice assistant (ChatGPT), web radio with data included, and Spotify, for which a separate subscription is required. The new MAN TGE Connect App is also part of the expanded offer.

MAN has also moved its previously chargeable MAN EfficientRoute package into the free MAN Connect basic services. Access to its online traffic data, route planning and points-of-interest functionality requires a vehicle equipped with MAN Media Van Navigation or Media Van Navigation Business. Online map updates are included without additional charge. According to MAN, the changes also give secondary users and motorhome customers continued access to navigation services.

MAN ID becomes the gateway to personalised services

The MAN ID is being introduced in the TGE for the first time and serves as the central access point for the redesigned digital-services environment. The identifier connects personal vehicle settings to a user profile so they can be applied automatically. It also provides access to additional MAN Connect services and the TGE Connect App.

New smartphone app connects drivers and vans

The MAN TGE Connect App has been designed for customers seeking direct vehicle data, remote operation and closer integration between a commercial vehicle and everyday working routines. Drivers can check fuel levels, the status of doors and windows, and upcoming maintenance requirements. Other functions include vehicle location, digital service notifications and automatic condition reports, which MAN says can improve operational visibility and help avoid unscheduled downtime.

Users can also lock and unlock the van remotely. Before departure, drivers can check vehicle condition and, depending on the vehicle’s equipment, control the auxiliary heater and ventilation. For fleet operators, faster vehicle location is another intended benefit.

MAN positions the app as a platform that can be extended with further digital functions over time, rather than as a fixed set of features.

German pilot planned before wider European rollout

Selected customers are scheduled to test the TGE Connect App in the fourth quarter of 2026. The launch in Germany, the pilot market, is planned for the first quarter of 2027, followed by a gradual expansion across Europe during 2027.

Media contact

Thomas Pietsch, Communications Manager Van & Zero Emission Mobility, MAN Truck & Bus. Email: presse-man@man.eu. Telephone: +49 89 1580-2001.

(PRESS RELEASE) GARCHING, Bavaria, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Fraunhofer Institute for Applied and Integrated Security AISEC has introduced a dual leadership team following the appointment of Franziska Boenisch as institute director on October 1, 2026. Boenisch has also taken up the Chair of Software and Systems Security at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Georg Sigl, an institute director since 2010 and holder of TUM’s Chair of Security in Information Technology, is now executive director.

The transition follows the conclusion of Claudia Eckert‘s tenure as executive director on September 30, 2026.

Boenisch’s research focuses on privacy and security for large-scale artificial intelligence models. She investigates weaknesses in these models and associated systems, measures risks through auditing and red teaming, and develops safeguards with provable guarantees.

Co-leadership to expand AI security research

Before joining Fraunhofer AISEC’s leadership team, Boenisch was a senior researcher at the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security, where she worked on AI, cybersecurity and privacy until the end of September. Earlier, she completed postdoctoral research at the Vector Institute in Toronto. She earned her doctorate through Freie Universität Berlin and Fraunhofer AISEC, receiving an award for her dissertation.

Her research appears regularly at leading international conferences and has earned several distinctions, including a Starting Grant from the European Research Council (ERC).

“Our economy and society have never been more digitally connected. At the same time, cyberattacks on critical infrastructure pose a growing threat, and artificial intelligence is giving attackers ever more powerful tools. If we want to safeguard our technological sovereignty, we need security technologies that keep pace, including solutions that protect AI systems themselves. Fraunhofer AISEC combines research excellence with practical security solutions for industry and the public sector,” says Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft.

“Franziska Boenisch is an internationally recognized expert in trustworthy AI and privacy, and she knows the institute firsthand from her own research there. She will expand Fraunhofer AISEC’s expertise in this emerging field.”

About Fraunhofer AISEC

The Fraunhofer Institute for Applied and Integrated Security AISEC conducts applied cybersecurity research. Its roughly 240 employees develop tailored security strategies and solutions for industry and the public sector, strengthening the competitiveness of the institute’s clients and partners. These range from measures that strengthen data security to effective defenses against cybercrime such as industrial espionage and sabotage. The institute’s expertise spans embedded and hardware security, automotive and mobile security and security solutions for industry and automation. Fraunhofer AISEC also operates state-of-the-art test labs for evaluating the security of connected and embedded systems, hardware and software products, web-based services and cloud offerings.

Further information: Fraunhofer Institute for Applied and Integrated Security AISEC and Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft.

(PRESS RELEASE) ENSCHEDE, Overijssel, Netherlands, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Twente (UT) will bring representatives of eight Dutch hospitals together with researchers on 4 November 2026 to share experiences and develop a common vision for Hospital at Home (HaH) in the Netherlands. Advances in technology, remote monitoring and healthcare organisation are making it increasingly possible for patients who would otherwise be admitted to hospital to receive hospital-level care in their own homes.

The Dutch healthcare system is facing increasing pressure from an ageing population, workforce shortages and growing demand for services. Hospital at Home offers an alternative in which patients receive hospital-level treatment in their homes, supported by healthcare professionals, medical technology and remote monitoring.

One example is Zorg bij Jou, a programme providing hospital-level care at home for people with conditions including heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This approach has the potential to ease pressure on hospital beds and make care more accessible and person-centred. It also raises questions about which patients are suitable, the effects on healthcare professionals and informal carers, and how quality and patient safety can be maintained outside hospital wards.

Eight hospitals to share their experiences

The symposium, Transforming Hospital at Home in the Netherlands, will take place at the University of Twente on Wednesday 4 November. Representatives from eight Dutch hospitals will attend, including Martini Hospital, Medisch Spectrum Twente (MST), Isala, Amsterdam UMC, Radboudumc and Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC).

The morning programme will explore practical experience, challenges in implementing Hospital at Home and opportunities for further development. University of Twente researchers will contribute scientific perspectives and connect research with the realities of providing care in patients’ homes.

‘A number of hospitals across the Netherlands are developing Hospital at Home largely in parallel,’ says UT researcher and symposium organiser Jodi Sturge. ‘By bringing them together, they can share innovations and lessons learned, discuss what Hospital at Home means in the Dutch context and build a national research and practice community.’

Working towards a shared Dutch approach

Although Hospital at Home is attracting international attention, hospitals currently differ in how they define and organise these services. The afternoon workshop will therefore seek a shared understanding of what Hospital at Home should mean in the Netherlands.

Participants will start from an international consensus definition presented at the World Hospital at Home Congress in 2023. They will examine how it fits Dutch healthcare practice and what is needed to support future development. The ambition is to establish the foundation for a Dutch consensus statement and a scientific publication. Organisers also hope to lay the groundwork for a national Hospital at Home network, following initiatives in the United Kingdom, France and Germany.

Connecting technology, research and healthcare practice

Researchers at the University of Twente are investigating how technology and innovative care models can make healthcare more accessible, sustainable and person-centred. Their work includes digital health technologies, remote monitoring and the design of care systems meeting the needs of patients, healthcare professionals and informal carers.

The symposium is supported by ARC, an international research project focused on Hospital at Home and ageing in place. ARC is funded through the Transforming Health and Care Systems (THCS) partnership, with support from the Dutch Research Council (NWO). Holding the event at UT DesignLab reflects the intention to connect research and practice and give Dutch hospitals a shared space for learning and knowledge exchange.

About the symposium

Transforming Hospital at Home in the Netherlands takes place on Wednesday 4 November 2026 at LEARNX, DesignLab, on the University of Twente campus. Doors open at 9.30 am. The programme includes presentations from hospitals and researchers, followed by an interactive workshop on the future of Hospital at Home in the Netherlands.

A few places are still available. Those interested in attending can register by emailing j.l.sturge@utwente.nl.

Press contact

J.C. Vreeman (Jochem)
Press relations (available Mon-Fri)
+31 6 5432 6671
j.c.vreeman@utwente.nl

(PRESS RELEASE) COLOGNE, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — LANXESS has introduced Rely+On Medero, a medical-sector disinfectant designed for use on non-invasive medical devices and surfaces in healthcare settings. The specialty chemicals company says the product provides broad activity against bacteria, bacterial spores including Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile), viruses, yeasts and mycobacteria, including those responsible for tuberculosis. LANXESS also reports activity within minutes against challenging biofilms involving Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus.

Formulation designed to avoid acquired resistance

Rely+On Medero combines active oxygen derived from potassium monopersulfate (Oxone) with active chlorine produced in situ. According to LANXESS, the chemistry does not induce acquired resistance in bacteria or yeasts, including MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) and VRE (vancomycin-resistant enterococci). The company identifies this as an advantage over some disinfectants containing quaternary ammonium compounds or aldehydes.

Applications in hospitals and medical practices

The disinfectant is intended for non-invasive medical devices and hard and other surfaces in clinical environments, including wards, intensive care units, operating theatres and isolation rooms. Supplied as a powder for dissolution in water, it maintains its stated efficacy profile from preparation until the solution reaches the end of its shelf life.

Medical device classification and regulatory status

The product is approved as a medical-device disinfectant and is classified as a Class IIa device under the European Union’s Medical Device Regulation. For hard surfaces outside the medical-device category, LANXESS says Rely+On Medero will be registered as Product Type II under the Biocidal Products Regulation.

Low-odour handling and available pack sizes

LANXESS describes the formulation as low in odour during use, particularly compared with hypochlorite-based products. The company says this makes it appropriate for occupied patient areas and reports compatibility with stainless steel, polyethylene and polycarbonate.

Rely+On Medero is offered in 20-gram and 40-gram single-dose sachets with a dosing table, as well as in 1-kilogram and 5-kilogram containers.

Planned international distribution

LANXESS aims to distribute the disinfectant in numerous countries worldwide, including markets in Europe, Asia and South America. Rely+On Medero complements the existing Rely+On Virkon product for routine disinfection and Rely+On PeraSafe, used for high-level disinfection of temperature-sensitive devices such as endoscopes.

For commercial enquiries, product samples or technical documentation, LANXESS can be contacted at relyondisinfection@lanxess.com. Further product information is available from the Rely+On Medero website.

Use biocides safely. Always read the label and product information before use.

About LANXESS

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 5.7 billion in 2025. The company currently has about 11,500 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

Forward-Looking Statements

This company release contains certain forward-looking statements, including assumptions, opinions, expectations and views of the company or cited from third party sources. Various known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors could cause the actual results, financial position, development or performance of LANXESS AG to differ materially from the estimations expressed or implied herein.

LANXESS AG does not guarantee that the assumptions underlying such forward-looking statements are free from errors, nor does it accept any responsibility for the future accuracy of the opinions expressed in this presentation or the actual occurrence of the forecast developments.

No representation or warranty (expressed or implied) is made as to, and no reliance should be placed on, any information, estimates, targets and opinions contained herein, and no liability whatsoever is accepted as to any errors, omissions or misstatements contained herein, and accordingly, no representative of LANXESS AG or any of its affiliated companies or any of such person’s officers, directors or employees accepts any liability whatsoever arising directly or indirectly from the use of this document.

Product and media enquiries: Eva Krüger, Business, products, +49 221 8885-4010, eva.krueger@lanxess.com.

(PRESS RELEASE) AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Sweco has been selected to provide technical consultancy services to GVB, Amsterdam’s public transport operator, through a framework agreement covering the period from July 2026 until June 2030, with an option to extend the arrangement.

GVB runs metro, tram, bus and ferry services across Amsterdam in the Netherlands. The operator is also responsible for the maintenance and development of the city’s public transport infrastructure.

Under the framework agreement, Sweco will deliver multidisciplinary consultancy and technical support spanning design and engineering, project and asset management, specialist technical advice, sustainability, quality and safety, and the provision of specialist resources.

“We look forward to supporting GVB with our technical expertise and capacity in the coming years,” said Eugene Grüter, Business Area President, Sweco in the Netherlands.

The appointment builds on Sweco’s existing relationship with GVB. The consultancy has previously contributed to individual engineering and technical assignments for the operator, including work involving tram-track infrastructure and traction-power systems.

About Sweco’s transportation experience

Sweco is a leading European consultancy in the field of transportation, with 6,000 experts in mobility and active travel, electrification and fossil-free fuels, traffic safety and climate adaptation of infrastructure. Sweco’s experts deliver technical expertise in the investigation and project planning of new tracks and railways, as well as in the operation and maintenance of existing tracks and accompanying infrastructure to clients in the railway sector throughout Europe.

About Sweco

Sweco plans and designs tomorrow’s sustainable communities and cities. With the collective knowledge of our 23,000 architects, engineers and other experts we work together with our clients to facilitate the green transition, maximise the potential from digitalisation and to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness and resilience. Sweco is Europe’s leading architecture and engineering consultancy, with sales of approximately SEK 32 billion (EUR 2.9 billion) in 2025. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. http://www.swecogroup.com

Press contact

Anna E Olsson, Head of Press, Sweco Group

+46705573326, anna.e.olsson@sweco.se

(PRESS RELEASE) ARNSTORF, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Lindner Group is further expanding its MUTE+® acoustic programme and is using three new product developments to show how versatile modern sound absorption solutions can be. The latest additions extend the range in the areas of certification, integrated lighting and design.

MUTE+® cover A1 now also tested to American standards

With MUTE+® cover A1, Lindner offers what it describes as the first textile sound absorber to achieve the highest A1 fire classification under DIN EN 13501-1, the strictest European classification for non-combustible building materials. This is made possible through the use of glass tissue, which is also WHO fibre-free and therefore meets high health standards.

The product has now also successfully completed testing to the American ASTM E 84 Class A standard. As a result, MUTE+® cover A1 holds dual certification to both European and American standards and is designed to meet fire protection requirements for safety-critical areas in both markets.

At the same time, the absorber is intended to maintain acoustic comfort by effectively reducing reverberation and improving speech intelligibility, helping to create a pleasant indoor environment even in safety-relevant settings.

MUTE+® glowline combines acoustics and light

With MUTE+® glowline, Lindner is combining sound absorption and LED lighting in a one-piece acoustic baffle for the first time. A patented precision cutting technique integrates the LED light line almost invisibly into the 40 mm-thick PET acoustic material, creating a monolithic, gap-free solution that is intended to stand apart from conventional multi-part systems and classic baffle solutions.

An innovative magnetic technology is designed to enable precise positioning and reduce installation effort. According to Lindner, intelligent heat management with ventilated luminaires and integrated heat dissipation channels supports the longevity of the LED components.

With recycled content of up to 20 per cent, MUTE+® glowline also combines sustainable material selection with long-lasting quality. Its slender proportions and clean lines are intended to create a contemporary aesthetic for forward-looking spatial concepts that bring together comfort, design and environmental awareness.

Design-Cuts add individual design options for MUTE+® board

Lindner is also introducing three new cutting techniques that turn the MUTE+® board absorber into a design statement.

V-Cuts offer 22 combinable cut patterns, 11 standard colours and thicknesses of 24 mm and 40 mm. These can be paired with two-tone material to create a striking three-dimensional appearance.

Custom-Cuts enable freely selectable and positionable motif cut-outs, whether for logos, lettering or free-form motifs, and are available either transparent or with a dark background.

morph creates a vivid depth effect and a distinctive spatial impression through an organic, wave-shaped perforated pattern, while maintaining high-quality sound absorption.

All three variants are available in large-format standard sizes. V-Cuts and Custom-Cuts are offered in single pieces up to 3,000 × 2,000 mm, while morph is available in formats with heights from 1,000 mm to 2,500 mm and a width of 625 mm. The new variants can also be combined seamlessly with other MUTE+® board variants and surfaces.

Contact

Lindner Group
+49 8723 20-0
info@Lindner-Group.com

(PRESS RELEASE) FRANKFURT, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Lufthansa Group is launching its first business-to-consumer (B2C) brand campaign on 21 October 2026, highlighting the advantages customers gain from the collective strengths of its airlines. The campaign advances the Group’s repositioning as an umbrella brand following the introduction of a new brand identity in December 2025.

Under the campaign line “Greatness is a Group effort”, the company is seeking to demonstrate how its airlines contribute to shared customer benefits. Lufthansa Group describes the initiative as the first B2C brand campaign by an airline group worldwide. Individual airlines and Group companies will continue their own marketing activities alongside the new Group-level campaign.

The campaign centres on the idea that organisations can achieve more by combining their capabilities than by working independently. In the context of air travel, Lufthansa Group says its integrated network of airlines and hubs provides more destinations and connections, a wider range of choices and greater flexibility for passengers.

According to the Group, additional customer advantages include an extensive network of lounges, shared loyalty benefits and digital services intended to make journeys more convenient and personalised. These offerings are designed to support a more seamless experience across the airline group while preserving the distinct identities of its individual carriers.

Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer of the Lufthansa Group, said:

“The future of travel will be shaped by strong partnerships, seamless experiences and trusted brands. The Lufthansa Group stands for all three. By bringing together leading airlines under one strong umbrella, we create a unique travel ecosystem of global reach, premium experiences and digital innovation. ‘Greatness is a Group effort’ is more than a campaign claim – it is a strategic investment in our future”

The campaign will be introduced gradually across customer-journey touchpoints, including digital channels, social media, lounges, airports and onboard aircraft. The campaign film is available through Lufthansa Group’s campaign website.

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For further information on LSEG, visit the LSEG website.

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group plc) has agreed to purchase Octus, a provider of credit intelligence, data and workflow solutions, for $3.535 billion in cash from funds advised by Permira and Octus management, including founder Kent Collier. The transaction is designed to expand LSEG’s position in private-market and credit data, bringing Octus’ specialist capabilities together with LSEG’s fixed-income information, analytics and distribution. The combined offering is intended to help clients find transactions, evaluate risk and oversee portfolios across public and private credit through LSEG’s platform.

About Octus

Established in 2013 by Kent Collier, New York City-headquartered Octus provides intelligence, data and analytical tools for private, illiquid and distressed credit markets. Its global operations employ more than 900 people and serve 750 customers and over 40,000 individual users across investment management, banking, legal and advisory organisations.

Octus’ proprietary data covers the full credit lifecycle, with a leading position in illiquid credit. Its offering includes intelligence, fundamental data and expert analysis that is uniquely developed by Octus’ teams, who source hard-to-access credit documentation, including covenants and deal terms, and turn it into structured, searchable data. Its data is integrated into its purpose-built workflow and portfolio management tools, adding further proprietary data and information for credit market participants. Customers connect to data and insights directly via Octus’ platform, an MCP connector or via AI workflows.

Octus is forecast to produce more than $300 million in 2026 revenue, with strong double-digit growth and an adjusted EBITDA margin of approximately 40%. Its revenue has grown at a double-digit compound rate since 2022.

Strategic rationale

Octus’ product set and customer coverage are highly complementary to LSEG’s existing fixed income products. LSEG already has a significant presence in the liquid credit space, through news (IFR), evaluated pricing and corporate actions, and analytics (Yield Book and LPC). Octus brings leading specialism and capability in illiquid and private credit, creating a single source of fixed income data & analytics and workflow spanning the entire credit spectrum. In addition, Octus has a very strong buyside customer footprint, particularly with hedge funds and alternative investment managers, where LSEG has historically been under-penetrated.

Octus significantly expands LSEG’s fixed income offering. LSEG is becoming a leading end-to-end credit data, analytics and workflow provider, supporting customers at every stage of the credit lifecycle, across the full public and private credit continuum. Through LSEG’s existing data and analytics capabilities and the acquisition of Octus, alongside Tradeweb’s planned acquisition of Trumid, LSEG is creating a global leader in fixed income and credit.

Public and private credit markets are converging, with the private credit industry having grown substantially in recent years to an estimated size of $3.5 trillion. The private markets data, workflow and access solutions served market segment is currently $7-9 billion and is expected to grow at a double-digit rate, underpinned by private markets AUM growth and customer demand for timely, accurate and predictive intelligence, and proprietary data and analytics in this less liquid market segment.

The transaction will unlock attractive synergies, both immediate and longer term, as LSEG builds differentiated solutions for customers. There is significant opportunity to drive sales of Octus’ intelligence and workflow solutions across LSEG’s global footprint, and to bring LSEG’s products to Octus’ credit- and buy-side-focused customers. LSEG will also develop enhanced products, combining Octus’ proprietary content with Workspace, LPC, Yield Book, PRS and Tradeweb, to help customers develop a consistent view of a fragmented market with a common data structure, valuation and portfolio management tools.

Upon completion, Octus will be part of LSEG’s Data & Analytics division, with Kent Collier, Founder and CEO of Octus continuing to run the Octus businesses, reporting to Gianluca Biagini and Ron Lefferts, Co-Heads of Data & Analytics.

David Schwimmer, CEO, LSEG, said: “Combining Octus’ leading proprietary data and intelligence with LSEG’s data and analytics business creates a powerful offering for our customers, and further accelerates our growth. Acquiring Octus enables LSEG to deliver best-in-class credit data, intelligence and workflows, across the liquidity spectrum, to a broader range of customers. LSEG’s existing data and analytics capabilities, alongside the acquisition of Trumid announced by Tradeweb and now the acquisition of Octus, position LSEG as a global leader in fixed income to partner with our customers throughout the trade lifecycle. I look forward to partnering with Kent and the team at Octus to continue to drive future growth.”

Kent Collier, CEO, Octus, said: “I’m excited by the prospect and opportunity of Octus becoming part of LSEG. Octus’ customer-first mindset and drive to deliver the absolute best products to our clients is a natural cultural fit with LSEG. Joining LSEG will pair our data, intelligence and workflows with global distribution and fixed income depth: a combination that provides tremendous opportunity for further growth and expansion.”

Financial effects

The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to LSEG’s Data & Analytics organic revenue growth, and additive to LSEG’s guidance for Group organic subscription revenue growth of around 7% in 2027. Due to Octus’ strong margin profile and operating leverage, there is no change to LSEG’s medium-term guidance for underlying EBITDA margin to increase by a cumulative c. 150 basis points 2027-2029 from the 2026 baseline. The transaction will be neutral to Adjusted EPS in the first full year after completion, and accretive thereafter. The acquisition will be financed by external debt.

Allowing for forecast cash flow, the completion of the current £3 billion share buyback programme by February 2027, the completions of the Octus and Trumid acquisitions, and capacity for further share buybacks of £1-1.5 billion, we expect leverage at the end of 2027 to be around the upper end of the target range of 1.5-2.5x, before returning to the middle of the range by the end of 2028.

Completion is anticipated in the first half of 2027, subject to regulatory approval.

David Schwimmer and Michel-Alain Proch, LSEG’s CFO, will host a conference call for analysts and investors at 10:00am UK time this morning covering LSEG’s Q3 2026 trading update and these acquisitions.

To access the webcast or telephone conference call please register in advance using the following link:

https://www.lsegissuerservices.com/spark-insights/LondonStockExchangeGroup/events/a509c49e-bfe0-4dae-9ee1-212d8efffc89/lseg-s-q3-2026-trading-update

To ask a question live you will need to register for the telephone conference call here:

https://registrations.events/direct/LON17542VIP6UNzROqjiWhlAC

Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc is acting as lead financial adviser and Barclays Capital Inc. is acting as financial adviser to LSEG. Evercore and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC are acting as financial advisers to Octus’ shareholders.

Contacts

Media: Lucie Holloway / Rhiannon Davies – External Communications +44 (0)20 7797 1222 newsroom@lseg.com

Investors: Peregrine Riviere / Chris Turner – Investor Relations ir@lseg.com

The person responsible for this announcement on behalf of LSEG is Lisa Condron, the Company Secretary of LSEG.

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About LSEG

LSEG creates opportunity across the global economy. We unlock the power of markets for customers all over the world.

Through our open ecosystem of markets infrastructure and data solutions, we partner with our customers at every stage of trading – to make accessing and deploying capital simpler, faster and more effective.

Our insights bring clarity to complexity, and our critical services ensure resilience and stability. We enable our customers to act with confidence and conviction, with trust and integrity at the heart of everything we do.

Backed by more than three centuries of experience, we are at the forefront of change and market innovation. Our exceptional people collaborate across borders and disciplines, delivering excellence and putting our customers first. We reimagine the way our industry works and operates – and with our deep expertise, global scale and trusted partnerships, we turn ideas into reality.

From scaling new technologies to shaping new markets, LSEG is driving the transformation of global finance. We move the financial system forward every day – to make more possible for our customers.

LSEG. Make more possible.

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(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, England, United Kingdom, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — London Stock Exchange Group plc (LSEG) reported continued growth across its businesses in the third quarter of 2026 and raised its full-year guidance for organic revenue growth, EBITDA margin expansion and equity free cash flow. The company also highlighted accelerating customer adoption of its artificial intelligence products and plans to expand its fixed-income data and trading business through the acquisitions of Octus and Trumid.

David Schwimmer, CEO said:

“LSEG’s record performance continued in Q3, with accelerating growth across our subscription businesses and sustained performance in Markets. Reflecting this strength, we are raising our full-year guidance for revenue, EBITDA margin and free cash flow. We continue to work with the world’s leading financial institutions as they experiment with, integrate and scale AI across their organisations.

“Our strong cash generation enables us to invest in compelling growth opportunities while also returning capital to shareholders. The planned acquisition of Octus adds valuable proprietary solutions in the high-growth illiquid and private credit space. Alongside the acquisition of Trumid’s innovative credit trading services and our existing scale in liquid credit, we are becoming a global leader in fixed income data and trading.

“Through buybacks and dividends, we will have returned 10% of our market capitalisation to shareholders between January 2026 and February 2027, with capacity for a further £1.0-1.5bn of buybacks in 2027.

“LSEG is on track to deliver its strongest annual growth since 2018, and we continue to invest to further enhance our capacity for sustained, long-term growth and value creation, building a business that is better positioned than ever.”

Q3 2026 highlights

(All growth rates on a constant currency basis unless otherwise stated)

• Strong, broad-based growth: Total income (excl. recoveries) +8.8% (+8.6% year-to-date). Led by Markets +12.5%, FTSE Russell +10.2%, Risk Intelligence +9.8%, and Data & Analytics +5.2%
• Sustained strength in Markets: leading global markets infrastructure benefitting from consistent investment and innovation
• Accelerating subscription businesses1: 6.6% growth in subscription businesses in Q3; on track to deliver full year acceleration of c.50bps
• Raising revenue, margin and cash flow guidance: expecting full year growth of at least 8.0%, EBITDA margin expansion of 100-120bps, and equity free cash flow of at least £2.8 billion
• Driving adoption of AI solutions: 95% of top 200 customers using LSEG AI products; more than two-thirds of top 50 customers with MCP connection; expecting a growing contribution to revenues over time
• **Enhancing growth with acquisitions of Octus and Trumid: **highly complementary businesses, creating a global fixed income leader across the liquidity spectrum
• Returning capital to shareholders: £2.6 billion returned via buybacks this year; current £3.0 billion programme to complete by February 2027; capacity for a further £1.0-1.5 billion in 2027

This release contains revenues, cost of sales and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the three months ended 30 September 2026 (Q3). Constant currency variances are calculated on the basis of consistent FX rates applied across the current and prior year period (GBP:USD 1.318 GBP:EUR 1.168). Organic variance is calculated on a constant currency basis, adjusting the results to remove disposals from the entirety of the current and prior year periods, and including acquisitions from the date of acquisition with a comparable adjustment to the prior year. Certain columns and rows may not add due to the use of rounded numbers.

1. Combined total income (excl. recoveries) of Data & Analytics, FTSE Russell and Risk Intelligence.

Q3 2026: Strong, broad-based growth

LSEG provides customers with services spanning the trading lifecycle and data value chain across multiple asset classes. Trading and data are becoming more intertwined as financial markets grow and increase in sophistication, reinforcing our strategy and strengthening our proposition. The success of this approach is becoming increasingly evident in our financial and operational performance, driving a record financial performance in Q3 and increased expectations for the full year.

Our Markets businesses delivered strong double-digit growth in Q3 and a five year CAGR of over 9%. Continuing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty complemented the established secular tailwinds from electronification of trading, increasing focus on capital efficiency, and more sophisticated risk management. Our track record of investing in our core, market-leading franchises like SwapClear and Tradeweb, driving scale and growth in established businesses like ForexClear and CDSClear, and innovating for customers in new areas like Post Trade Solutions and Digital Markets, delivers multiple drivers of long-term growth.

Our subscription businesses – Data & Analytics, FTSE Russell and Risk Intelligence – accelerated in Q3, up 6.6%. We continue to see broad demand across Data & Analytics, with particularly good traction in areas of recent investment including cloud-based solutions and our expanded private market content. In October we announced a partnership with NVIDIA, enabling customers to reduce processing of our Tick History data from hours to seconds. As indicated at H1, FTSE Russell re-accelerated and Risk Intelligence continued to deliver strong growth and powerful new solutions.

Record Q3 financial performance reflects the multiple levers of growth the Group has and the significant progress we have made both in transforming individual businesses and in combining them to create additional opportunities. Our upgraded guidance puts us on track to deliver the strongest organic annual revenue growth since 2018 and c.400bps of cumulative EBITDA margin expansion over the last three years.

Successful customer adoption of AI solutions; multi-year monetisation

Our comprehensive, accurate and proprietary data powers business-critical systems for most of the world’s leading financial institutions. With customer trust built up over decades and a history of openness in the way we operate, we are the natural partner of choice for the world’s largest buyside and sellside institutions, among others, as they experiment with, integrate and scale AI across their organisations. The adoption of AI represents a significant long-term opportunity for LSEG and our customers, which we anticipate will drive demand for data, and the associated growth in revenue, for the long-term.

The Group reported significant progress in implementing its AI strategy during Q3:

• Connecting LSEG Everywhere – Our large customers increasingly access our AI-ready data via multiple distribution channels including APIs, cloud platforms, MCP servers and traditional bulk feeds. Over two-thirds of our top 50 Data & Analytics customers have now connected to our MCP servers, and consumption through this channel for all users grew 5x quarter-on-quarter in Q3. We continue to expand the data and services made available through MCP, with additional datasets including transcripts, fixed income indices and risk models, and we remain on track to have the majority of our data available by year end. We also continue to take advantage of new distribution opportunities for our data, expanding our partnership with OpenAI in Q3, ensuring our data is available wherever customers choose to consume it.
• Driving adoption of transformational products – We rapidly scaled customer adoption of our Workspace AI solutions in Q3, ending the quarter with 47,000 AI Search users, up 30,000 from our H1 results in mid-July. Customer feedback is strong and engagement continues to grow, with average queries per user up 30% in Q3. AI Search is also now available in Microsoft Teams. We have also expanded our premium Workspace AI offering, Deep Research, leading to a 60% increase in usage during Q3.
• Commercialising customer engagement – Consistent with the approach outlined previously, our strategic priority remains driving customer adoption of our AI solutions and embedding our content in new AI distribution channels and agents. Customer engagement remains high with a 50% quarter-on-quarter increase in the number of commercial conversations involving AI in Q3 and consistent with the commercial model laid out in our H1 results.
• Enhancing the value of our broader Data & Analytics business – 80% of the AI agreements struck with customers thus far involve the purchase of additional datasets, illustrating how AI is enhancing our existing offering, opening up new distribution channels, and demonstrating how our Data & Analytics business is more valuable in an AI world.

Creating shareholder value through active capital allocation

The highly cash generative nature of our business gives us significant flexibility in capital allocation. We regularly assess acquisition opportunities, and we return surplus capital to shareholders subject to leverage and other considerations.

Acquisitions

In a separate release today, we are announcing that we have agreed to acquire Octus for a cash consideration of $3.535 billion. Octus is a leading provider of credit solutions, serving customers across private, illiquid and distressed credit. The acquisition will transform LSEG’s presence in credit and private markets data, creating a leading proposition in these high-growth areas. Combining Octus’ capabilities with LSEG’s fixed income data, analytics and distribution means customers will benefit from an integrated view of public and private credit intelligence, enabling them to source deals, assess risk and manage their portfolios through LSEG’s platform.

Earlier this week, Tradeweb announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Trumid, an electronic credit trading marketplace, for a net purchase price of approximately $1.75 billion. Tradeweb and Trumid have highly complementary trading protocols and the combined suite of credit trading products will further differentiate Tradeweb’s multi-asset class platform, in part by expanding into earlier stages of the bond lifecycle.

These two acquisitions are not only highly complementary to LSEG’s and Tradeweb’s existing businesses, they will also accelerate LSEG’s strategy in fixed income, building a global leader in intelligence, data, workflows and trading across the entire credit liquidity spectrum.

Share buybacks

LSEG repurchased £500 million of its shares in Q3, bringing cumulative buybacks for the year to £2.6 billion. Under our current programme we expect to repurchase a further £0.8 billion in Q4 and Q1 2027, concluding by February 2027, with the final tranche expected to start in the coming weeks. We have capacity for further share buybacks of £1.0-1.5 billion in 2027.

Consistent with previous guidance, we expect to end the current financial year around the middle of our 1.5-2.5x net debt to adjusted EBITDA leverage range. On a pro forma basis including the transactions and buyback programmes above, we anticipate ending 2027 around the upper end of our 1.5x-2.5x leverage range, before returning to the middle of that range by the end of 2028.

Further raising 2026 outlook, reflecting Q3 momentum and current operating environment

Following its Q3 performance, LSEG raised its guidance as follows:

• Organic constant currency growth in total income excluding recoveries is now expected to be at least 8.0%, (initial guidance of 6.5-7.5%, raised to 7.0%-7.5% at H1). This combines an acceleration in our subscription businesses’ organic growth and continued strong growth in our Markets division
• An improvement in constant currency EBITDA margin of **100-120 basis points* ***(initial guidance of 80-100 basis points, raised to around 100 basis points at H1)
• Equity free cash flow of at least £2.8 billion, up from previous guidance of £2.7 billion. Both are based on foreign exchange rates of £1 = $1.32 and €1.17
• Capex intensity of c.9.5% of total income excluding recoveries
• Underlying effective tax rate of 24-25%

Investor and analyst conference call:

LSEG scheduled a conference call covering the Q3 Trading Update and the Octus acquisition for analysts and investors on 22 October 2026 at 10:00am (UK time). On the call will be David Schwimmer (Chief Executive Officer) and Michel-Alain Proch (Chief Financial Officer).

To access the webcast or telephone conference call please register in advance using the following link:

https://www.lsegissuerservices.com/spark-insights/LondonStockExchangeGroup/events/a509c49e-bfe0-4dae-9ee1-212d8efffc89/lseg-s-q3-2026-trading-update

To ask a question live you will need to register for the telephone conference call here:

https://registrations.events/direct/LON17542VIP6UNzROqjiWhlAC

Digital Markets webinar, 9 December 2026

LSEG will be hosting a Digital Markets webinar at 2pm UK time on 9 December 2026. The event will be fully virtual. Further information can be found here:

https://www.lsegissuerservices.com/spark-insights/LondonStockExchangeGroup/events/e5eb87aa-f932-44a0-8dc6-3af4a6174fbf/lseg-digital-market-webinar

Contacts:

London Stock Exchange Group plc

Investors
Peregrine Riviere / Chris Turner
Neha Kasabia / Sharon Muzikarova
ir@lseg.com

Media
Lucie Holloway / Rhiannon Davies
+44 (0) 20 7797 1222
newsroom@lseg.com

Additional information can be found at http://www.lseg.com

Q3 2026 summary

(Commentary on performance is on an organic constant currency basis, unless otherwise stated)

1. Numbers reflect revenue reallocations across D&A business lines. See page 8 for further detail.
2. Combined total income (excl. recoveries) of Data & Analytics, FTSE Russell and Risk Intelligence.

Total Income (excluding recoveries) was up 8.8% on an organic basis.

• **Data & Analytics **was up 5.2%, with our ongoing innovation and investment in content driving continued customer demand across our Workflow, Data & Feeds and Analytics solutions.
  • Workflows grew 2.8%, with particular strength in our FX and Banking communities. Adoption of AI-powered workflows continued to build during the quarter, with Workspace AI Search reaching 47,000 users and Deep Research exceeding 11,000 users. Customer engagement also continued to deepen, reflecting growing demand for AI-enabled tools and insights across the Workspace platform.
  • **Data & Feeds **was up 7.5%, reflecting broad-based demand across our content and data solutions and good retention. Ongoing enhancements to StarMine models and debt corporate actions in Q3 further expanded the breadth of our content offering. We continued to see strong demand for our Tick History data as our investment in new cloud-based distribution channels is making it easier for customers to consume our high-quality historical market data.
  • **Analytics **was up 6.0%, reflecting strong commercial momentum, with a good mix of new client wins and growth across existing customer relationships. We continued to expand the breadth of our Yield Book offering through new models and broader coverage, while enhancing distribution of our analytics content through Snowflake and Databricks.
• **FTSE Russell **was up 10.2%. As anticipated, subscription revenue growth reaccelerated to 7.9% in the quarter, benefitting from continued demand for core flagship index data. 25 new ETFs on FTSE Russell indices were launched during the quarter, up from 17 in Q3 2025. Product innovation continued with the launch of the FTSE MarketPsych Thematic Index Series, combining AI-powered thematic intelligence with FTSE Russell’s transparent, rules-based index methodology. Asset-based revenues remained strong, growing at 14.7%, reflecting continued growth in ETF assets under management from record inflows and market appreciation.
• **Risk Intelligence **was up 9.8%. We continued to see strong customer demand for World-Check’s screening solutions with notable activity from ecommerce platforms in the quarter. We further strengthened our leading screening offering with the launch of Active Intelligence and World-Check Resolve, improving screening efficiency by around 75% through the application of AI to our trusted, industry-standard data. Our Digital Identity & Fraud business continued to deliver strong growth, with customers turning to our solutions to help address the increasing regulatory obligations in the payments space.
• **Markets **was up 12.5%. Against a backdrop of continued geopolitical uncertainty and elevated market volatility, customers continue to rely on our trading venues and post trade infrastructure to access liquidity, manage risk and optimise collateral, driving strong and broad-based growth across the division.
  • **Equities **was up 9.4%, reflecting higher trading activity across our trading venues and continued growth in data revenues. Innovation remained a focus during the quarter, with plans announced to launch UK tokenised equity structures, further supporting the digitalisation of capital markets.
  • **Fixed Income, Derivatives & Other **was up 14.4%, supported by strong trading activity at Tradeweb. Average daily trading volumes increased 22% year-on-year to $3.2 trillion. Rates volumes grew strongly, up 34%, benefiting from shifting interest rate expectations and increased customer activity across government bonds and rates derivatives. Credit also performed well, with volumes up 45%, reflecting continued adoption of electronic trading protocols driving record activity in US investment-grade credit markets.
  • FX grew 4.3%, reflecting continued client activity amid elevated market volatility.
  • **OTC Derivatives **was up 16.7%, with strength across our suite of clearing solutions, particularly SwapClear which continued to benefit from elevated clearing volumes and strong customer activity. CDSClear also delivered strong growth following the onboarding of new members. Growth continued in our Post Trade Solutions, with client adoption of TradeAgent particularly notable.
  • **Securities & Reporting **grew 6.2%, driven by higher settlement volumes in EquityClear and continued growth in Regulatory Reporting, benefitting from elevated market activity.
  • **Non-Cash Collateral **was down 9.3%, reflecting lower non-cash collateral balances following the implementation of a minimum cash framework by LCH.
  • **Net Treasury Income **was up 21.3%, benefiting from higher cash collateral balances amid elevated market volatility and the introduction of LCH’s minimum cash framework. Launched in July 2026, the framework supports greater liquidity resilience across LCH’s clearing services.
• **Group cost of sales **grew by 1.1%, benefitting from the revised SwapClear revenue surplus share agreement struck in 2025. Excluding this, cost of sales would have grown at 12.0%, reflecting business mix and the continued investment in content and data capabilities supporting our product offering.
• **Gross profit **was up 9.9%, ahead of growth in Total Income (excl. recoveries) as a result of the lower growth in cost of sales.

About LSEG

LSEG creates opportunity across the global economy. We unlock the power of markets for customers all over the world.

Through our open ecosystem of markets infrastructure and data solutions, we partner with our customers at every stage of trading – to make accessing and deploying capital simpler, faster and more effective.

Our insights bring clarity to complexity, and our critical services ensure resilience and stability. We enable our customers to act with confidence and conviction, with trust and integrity at the heart of everything we do.

Backed by more than three centuries of experience, we are at the forefront of change and market innovation. Our exceptional people collaborate across borders and disciplines, delivering excellence and putting our customers first. We reimagine the way our industry works and operates – and with our deep expertise, global scale and trusted partnerships, we turn ideas into reality.

From scaling new technologies to shaping new markets, LSEG is driving the transformation of global finance. We move the financial system forward every day – to make more possible for our customers.

LSEG. Make more possible.

(PRESS RELEASE) LEINFELDEN-ECHTERDINGEN, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — LEINFELDEN-ECHTERDINGEN, Germany – Professional truck driver and content creator Tobias Wagner, known as the “Elektrotrucker,” has completed the first major stage of his world tour in a Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 converted into a motorhome.

Wagner departed Hanover on 20 September 2026 and travelled through the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia and Bulgaria before entering Türkiye. By mid-October he had arrived at the Mercedes-Benz Türk plant in Aksaray, completing approximately 3,500 kilometres with just three charging stops. His journey has since continued into Georgia.

Tobias Wagner said: “The first stage through Europe has gone very well. Thanks to the long range of my converted eActros 600 motorhome, only three charging stops were necessary, and all of them went smoothly. Now the particularly exciting part of the journey begins for me. As I travel through Central Asia and onward to China, I’ll be operating under completely new conditions.”

Throughout the European section of the expedition, Wagner met with local Daimler Truck teams, Mercedes-Benz Trucks dealers and general distributors. These stops provided opportunities to exchange views with customers, partners, employees, journalists and representatives from political and business organisations, while gathering first-hand experience of cross-border electric long-distance transport.

With the first major leg complete, Wagner plans to travel through Central Asia to China and then Southeast Asia. Later stages are intended to include Australia and destinations across North and Latin America. The full route is planned to cover approximately 45,000 kilometres, with the objective of using no more than 80 charging stops.

Press contact

Ulrike Burkhart, Truck Product & Defence
ulrike.burkhart@daimlertruck.com
+49 160 861 3757

(PRESS RELEASE) VANTAA, Finland, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Vaisala, a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence, has introduced Viewlinc Cloud Suite, a cloud-based environmental monitoring offering designed to help organisations establish professional-quality monitoring from day one and build on the same platform as their requirements evolve. The launch is complemented by Vaisala Care for Viewlinc, a lifecycle services offering that will be available in selected markets.

Life science innovation often begins long before organisations establish large-scale or regulated operations. New therapies, diagnostics and technologies may start in a single laboratory or research environment, yet expectations for environmental control, data integrity and operational reliability are already high. As research progresses and operations expand, organisations face increasing demands for documentation, audit readiness and compliance.

Professional-quality monitoring from the start

Viewlinc Cloud Suite is designed to help organisations establish environmental monitoring on a professional foundation. Users can focus on their operations rather than maintaining monitoring infrastructure, while retaining real-time visibility into critical conditions. Because the service is cloud-based, it eliminates the need for a local application server and reduces the associated IT workload.

The offering includes Viewlinc CS Professional Edition for industrial and commercial environments, including environmental monitoring in healthcare facilities, logistics, museums, archives and research institutions, as well as condition monitoring applications for power infrastructure.

The suite also includes Viewlinc CS GxP Edition for regulated life science environments, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare and medical device manufacturing. The GxP Edition adds capabilities for GxP compliance, including continuous validation and GxP documentation, while the Professional Edition is intended for applications that require reliable monitoring without the same compliance and validation requirements.

Organisations can choose the edition that best fits their operational, monitoring and regulatory requirements, including whether their application operates in a GxP-regulated environment.

From laboratories to regulated operations

Life science innovations depend on trusted data and controlled environmental conditions, making reliable monitoring critical throughout the innovation journey.

“The next breakthrough therapy, diagnostic method or biotechnology innovation may begin in a single laboratory. Research taking place today in laboratories, startups and life science innovation hubs can ultimately lead to breakthroughs that transform healthcare and even save lives,” said Jarno Mitjonen, Manager, Software Products, Vaisala’s Industrial Measurements business.

“Those innovations depend on trusted data, controlled conditions and confidence in the environments where that work takes place. A single undetected equipment failure can put years of research at risk, delay a product launch or compromise valuable materials. Organizations need monitoring that protects critical assets and conditions from the start and continues supporting them as their work evolves.”

Confidence beyond the software

Viewlinc Cloud Suite combines trusted Vaisala measurement technology with a modern cloud-based user experience, bringing measurement instruments, monitoring data and software together in one monitoring solution.

Alongside Viewlinc Cloud Suite, Vaisala is introducing Vaisala Care for Viewlinc, a new lifecycle services offering designed to support customers throughout the operational life of the monitoring system.

The offering includes two service tiers: Vaisala Care, a structured package of essential lifecycle services, and Vaisala Care+, a premium offering with more tailored lifecycle support. Services include expert support, remote training, planned system health checks and extended warranty coverage.

The offering is intended to help customers strengthen user competence, improve audit readiness and maintain confidence in their monitoring systems over time.

Viewlinc Cloud Suite will be available in markets worldwide, excluding China, in the fourth quarter of 2026. Vaisala Care for Viewlinc will initially be available in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa by the end of 2026.

Key facts

• Viewlinc Cloud Suite
  • Cloud-based environmental monitoring
  • Professional and GxP Editions
  • Real-time monitoring, alarms, reporting and audit trail
  • Scalable from small installations to multi-site deployments
  • Secure access from desktop and mobile devices
  • Available in markets worldwide, excluding China, in Q4 2026
• Vaisala Care for Viewlinc
  • Lifecycle services for Viewlinc Cloud Suite
  • Support, training, system health checks and warranty coverage
  • Available as Vaisala Care and Vaisala Care+
  • Initially available in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa in Q4 2026

Media contact

Miia Lahti
Communications Partner, Industrial Measurements, Vaisala
comms@vaisala.com

About Vaisala

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence for climate action. We equip our customers with devices and data to improve resource efficiency, drive energy transition, and care for the safety and well-being of people and societies worldwide. With over 90 years of innovation and expertise, we employ a team of close to 2,500 experts committed to taking every measure for the planet. Vaisala series A shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange.

http://www.vaisala.com

(PRESS RELEASE) MLADÁ BOLESLAV, Czech Republic, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Škoda Auto is extending its Kodiaq SUV line-up with the range-topping Laurin & Klement trim and a new plug-in hybrid powertrain delivering 200 kW of combined output. The expanded range arrives as the Kodiaq reaches its tenth anniversary, having attracted 1.2 million customers in 70 markets since its debut. The plug-in hybrid produces 50 kW more than the existing version and uses a traction battery rated at 25.7 kWh gross, or 19.7 kWh net, with DC fast charging available at up to 50 kW.

Laurin & Klement trim adds comfort and distinctive details

The new top-of-the-range Laurin & Klement version combines additional comfort features with distinctive exterior and interior styling and is offered with a choice of powertrains. Its equipment includes massage-function seats, silver roof rails, body-coloured front and rear bumpers and side sills, and alloy wheels developed specifically for the trim. Laurin & Klement badges appear both inside and outside the vehicle.

Plug-in hybrid system gains 50 kW

The new 200 kW plug-in hybrid replaces the previous 150 kW system output with increased performance achieved through improvements to the combustion engine and updated powertrain-control software. Its 1.5 TSI four-cylinder petrol engine develops 130 kW and works with an 85 kW electric motor. Energy is stored in a battery with a gross capacity of 25.7 kWh and a net capacity of 19.7 kWh. DC charging at rates of up to 50 kW is intended to make recharging during longer journeys more convenient.

A decade of the Kodiaq

The first-generation Kodiaq was unveiled in Berlin on 1 September 2016, with deliveries to customers beginning in spring 2017. It was Škoda’s first large SUV built on the Volkswagen Group MQB platform and was available in five- and seven-seat configurations, with various petrol and diesel engines and optional all-wheel drive.

Before the vehicle went on sale, the city of Kodiak in Alaska was renamed Kodiaq for one day on 6 May 2016 to honour the model. Its name was inspired by Alaska’s Kodiak Island, while the final letter ‘q’ came from the language of the Indigenous Alutiiq people.

The performance-focused Kodiaq RS followed in 2018 as the first Škoda SUV to carry the RS badge, initially equipped with a 2.0 BiTDI turbodiesel engine producing 176 kW (239 hp). In June 2018, racing driver Sabine Schmitz drove a production Kodiaq RS around the Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany in 9 minutes 29.84 seconds, setting a record for seven-seater SUVs that Škoda says still stands. An April 2021 update introduced Matrix LED headlights and a new 2.0 TSI petrol engine delivering 180 kW (245 hp) in the Kodiaq RS.

Production of the first-generation model ran from 2016 to 2024, reaching 866,100 vehicles. Approximately 60% of customers selected all-wheel drive, and five-seat versions slightly outsold seven-seat models. The model’s leading European markets were Germany, the United Kingdom and the Czech Republic.

Second generation adds space and electrification

Škoda unveiled the second-generation Kodiaq on 4 October 2023 and began series production at its Kvasiny plant in mid-January 2024. Almost 330,000 examples of this generation have been built to date. The newer SUV provides more space than its predecessor and incorporates elements of Škoda’s Modern Solid design language, alongside multifunctional rotary Škoda Smart Dials.

The second generation also brought a plug-in hybrid variant to the range for the first time. The Kodiaq iV initially offered a maximum system output of 150 kW (204 hp) and an all-electric range exceeding 100 kilometres. The newly announced 200 kW version extends that powertrain offering.

Awards and recognition

According to Škoda, the first-generation Kodiaq received more than 40 awards, including Top Gear’s ‘Best Car for Big Families’ recognition and ‘Car of the Year’ titles in the Czech Republic, Poland and Bulgaria. In 2026, the second generation won the SUV import category of the Auto Bild Allrad Awards for the third consecutive year and received additional distinctions from Auto Express and What Car? The Kodiaq RS was also a finalist in the 2025 Golden Steering Wheel awards.

Additional information about the manufacturer is available on the Škoda Auto website. Media enquiries may be addressed to Tom Drechsler, Head of Communications, at thomas.drechsler@skoda-auto.cz.

(PRESS RELEASE) BRUSSELS, Belgium, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) reported a 5.7% increase in new EU passenger car registrations over the first nine months of 2026, despite continuing pressure from energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty. Battery-electric cars increased their share of the market to 22.7%, compared with 16.1% in the corresponding period of 2025.

Demand for electrified models remained strong across major European markets, supported by buyer incentives and an expanding vehicle offering. Hybrid-electric cars continued to lead the market with a 36.3% share, while plug-in hybrids represented 10.1% of new registrations. Together, petrol and diesel vehicles accounted for 28.2% of the market, down from 36.9% a year earlier.

EU registrations by power source through September 2026

Battery-electric vehicles accounted for 1,931,465 new registrations in January–September 2026, equal to 22.7% of the EU passenger car market and making them the second-largest powertrain category. Of the four leading battery-electric markets, which together represented 64% of EU registrations in the category, France recorded growth of 79.1%, Germany 58.1%, and Denmark 40.3%. Belgium reported a 15.7% increase.

Hybrid-electric passenger car registrations reached 3,090,530 units, securing a 36.3% share and retaining their position as the most popular powertrain among EU buyers. Registrations increased in Italy by 20.8% and Spain by 20.5%, with more modest growth in Germany of 4.9% and France of 0.6%.

Plug-in-hybrid electric vehicles registered 860,257 units over the nine-month period, representing 10.1% of new EU car registrations, compared with 9% in the equivalent period of 2025. Among the main growth markets were Italy, where registrations increased 72.4%, Spain at 34.7%, and Germany at 13.7%.

Petrol and diesel registrations continue to decline

Petrol car registrations fell 19.1% through September 2026, with declines across the main European markets. France recorded a decrease of 36.1%, followed by Germany at 22.7%, Spain at 19%, and Italy at 16.4%.

A total of 1,802,078 new petrol cars were registered in the first nine months, reducing the category’s share of the EU market to 21.2% from 27.7% a year earlier. Diesel registrations also declined, falling by 19.5%. Diesel’s market share stood at 7.1%, compared with 9.3% in the corresponding period of 2025.

About ACEA

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) represents the 17 major Europe-based car, van, truck and bus makers: BMW Group, DAF Trucks, Daimler Truck, Ferrari, Ford of Europe, Honda Motor Europe, Hyundai Motor Europe, Iveco Group, JLR, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Renault Group, Stellantis, Toyota Motor Europe, TRATON GROUP, Volkswagen Group, and Volvo Group.

Visit http://www.acea.auto for more information about ACEA, and follow us on http://www.x.com/ACEA_auto or http://www.linkedin.com/company/ACEA/.

ACEA ecosystem

ACEA:intelligence is the new intelligence structure of ACEA closely aligned with its spirit. Its mission is providing advanced automotive datasets, market analysis and strategic insights across European mobility markets. Learn more at ACEA:intelligence.

About the EU automobile industry

• 13.5 million Europeans work in the automotive sector
• 8% of all manufacturing jobs in the EU
• €427.1 billion in tax revenue for European governments
• €84.7 billion trade surplus for the European Union
• Over 8% of EU GDP generated by the auto industry
• €84.3 billion in R&D spending annually, 34% of EU total

Media contacts

Pedro Gomes Nogueira, Automotive Intelligence Manager: pgn@acea.auto; +32 (0) 2 738 73 55

Camille Lamarque, Media Relations Manager: cl@acea.auto; +32 (0) 2 738 73 16

(PRESS RELEASE) MADRID, Madrid, Spain, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Navantia and Multiverse Computing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for strategic collaboration on the development, validation and deployment of artificial intelligence and quantum-inspired solutions applied to naval defence.

The agreement was signed by Enrique Lizaso, co-founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Multiverse Computing, and Gonzalo Mateo-Guerrero, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Navantia. The alliance combines Navantia’s experience in naval platforms, systems integration and defence products with Multiverse Computing’s capabilities in AI software and quantum-inspired optimisation.

The companies will explore new lines of work in efficient AI for embedded systems and for surface and submarine platforms; signal processing and situational awareness; mission planning and logistics optimisation; and Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence (C4I) systems. They will also assess joint proposals for European defence and innovation programmes.

Multiverse Computing will make its CompactifAI technology available to the collaboration in order to optimise AI models and facilitate their adaptation to environments constrained by computing capacity, power or connectivity. Navantia will contribute its product knowledge, naval architecture, systems integration, operational requirements and life-cycle expertise. This complementarity will make it possible to move from experimentation towards AI capabilities embedded in naval products and solutions.

For Navantia, the agreement represents a step forward in incorporating artificial intelligence into its portfolio of products and services and in consolidating in-house industrial capability in a technology area that is critical for Security and Defence. The collaboration seeks to accelerate product evolution, strengthen technological sovereignty and broaden participation in national and European initiatives.

For Multiverse Computing, the agreement strengthens its presence in the defence sector, one of the areas where the efficiency of artificial intelligence models has the most direct impact. The company, headquartered in San Sebastián, develops quantum-inspired technology aimed at reducing the size and the inference cost of AI models so that they can run in environments constrained by computing capacity, power or connectivity, including embedded systems and deployments with no dependence on external services. The collaboration with Navantia makes it possible to test that technology against real operational requirements and against the life-cycle demands of naval defence programmes.

“The agreement will make it possible to apply artificial intelligence to Navantia’s products and accelerate their evolution towards more efficient and more advanced naval solutions,” said Gonzalo Mateo-Guerrero, COO of Navantia.

“In artificial intelligence applied to defence, the difficult step is not the demonstration but the integration: moving from a model that works in the laboratory to a capability that a naval system can sustain throughout its entire life cycle. That is the ground we want to work on with Navantia,” said Enrique Lizaso, co-founder and CEO of Multiverse Computing.

Contact

navantia@navantia.es
Tel: +34 913 35 84 00

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, England, United Kingdom, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — J Sainsbury plc has reported interim results for the 28 weeks ended 12 September 2026, with continued grocery volume growth and higher underlying operating profit from continuing operations as it progresses the agreed sale of Argos.

Chief executive statement

Simon Roberts, Chief Executive of J Sainsbury plc, said:

“We know many households are finding things tough at the moment and we’re making it easier for customers to enjoy good food every day, whatever their budget. That’s why more people are choosing us for their weekly shop, driving continued volume growth in the first half.

“We’re delivering trusted value for customers. Through Nectar Prices and the biggest Aldi Price Match in the market, Sainsbury’s is helping customers save on the products they buy most often and inflating behind the market.

“Innovation is powering our progress. We’re bringing more choice and exciting new food to customers and expanding ranges in more stores. Taste the Difference sales grew by more than six per cent and our restaurant-quality Taste the Difference Discovery range will soon have 200 products. We’re also making healthier choices easy, affordable and delicious through our expanded Full on Fibre range.

“Our long-term relationships with British farmers and suppliers help us deliver the food customers love at great value, while giving producers a predictable profit and the confidence to invest and plan for the future. My huge thanks go to our colleagues, farmers and suppliers whose passion, expertise and commitment make this possible every day.

“As we progress the sale of Argos and further sharpen our focus on food, we are building a simpler, more focused Sainsbury's. With great value, outstanding quality and exciting new food across our ranges, we’re looking forward to helping customers enjoy a really special Christmas.”

Financial highlights

• Agreed sale of Argos to Swift Partners; transaction expected to complete by the end of February 2027 and full separation expected by February 2029. Argos has been classified as a discontinued operation
• Sales from continuing operations (excluding Fuel) £14.0bn, up 2.6%. Grocery sales £13.2bn, up 2.9%, reflecting continued volume growth and lower inflation. Sainsbury’s General Merchandise & Clothing sales £0.8bn, down 3.4%, reflecting General Merchandise space reduction and a subdued clothing market. Fuel sales £2.3bn, up 17.8%, reflecting higher wholesale prices
• Continuing underlying operating profit £525m, up 3.6%, reflecting volume growth, continued cost savings delivery and consistent balanced investment in value, quality, availability and service
• Statutory loss after tax £(164)m (H1 2025/26: profit £155m), primarily relating to discontinued operations
• Free cash flow £333m. On track to deliver more than £500m for the full year
• Completed £200m of previously announced £300m share buyback, with the remaining £100m to be completed in H2
• Interim dividend of 4.1 pence per share. Consistent with prior years, this is 30 per cent of the prior year’s full year dividend per share

First-half financial summary

2026/27 outlook

Sainsbury’s said value, quality, availability and service investment helped sustain first-half volume and profit growth. It expects the second half to remain highly competitive and plans to balance further customer investment with financial performance.

With Argos now classified as a discontinued operation, the previous underlying operating-profit guidance of £975 million to £1,075 million is equivalent to £965 million to £1,065 million on a continuing-operations basis, excluding Argos’s contribution.

Sainsbury’s has raised the lower end of its continuing-operations underlying operating-profit forecast to £1,025 million–£1,065 million and continues to expect full-year free cash flow exceeding £500 million.

Strategic highlights and Next Level Sainsbury’s

The Next Level Sainsbury’s plan, announced in February 2024, set out eight commitments:

• Food volume growth ahead of the market
• Customer satisfaction higher 26/27 vs 23/24
• Colleague engagement higher 26/27 vs 23/24
• Deliver our Plan for Better commitments
• Deliver profit leverage from sales growth
• £1bn of cost savings over three years to 26/27
• £1.6bn+ Retail free cash flow over three years to 26/27
• Higher return on capital employed

In the plan’s final year, Sainsbury’s reports progress against the commitments through market-share gains, ongoing investment in colleagues, technology, infrastructure and long-term suppliers, stronger free-cash-flow generation and enhanced shareholder returns. Its cost-saving programme has supported profit and return on capital employed.

The company organises delivery around four strategic outcomes: First choice for food; Loyalty everyone loves; More Argos, more often; and Save and invest to win. Announced in July, the proposed sale of Argos to Swift Partners is intended to enable separate strategies for Argos and the remaining Sainsbury’s operations.

First choice for food

Sainsbury’s said six years of investment in its food offer have improved the balance of value, quality and service, contributing to an increased share of large-basket primary shoppers7 and market-share growth8.

During the first half, the group reported further food volume growth9 and an increased share of main-shop customers10. It plans to pursue sustainable growth in sales and profit through food innovation, choice, quality and its supplier relationships.

Volume growth and market outperformance

Continued market share gains11 and volume growth9

Further increase in market share of main shop customers10

Delivering consistent value

Strengthened value position against key competitors12, inflating behind the market13

Unique value combination – biggest Aldi Price Match in the market14, Nectar Prices on almost 11,000 products, additional personalised value through Your Nectar Prices – continues to resonate with customers

Customer satisfaction scores in value for money and appealing promotions ahead of all other full choice grocers15

Driving food innovation, quality and healthy choices

Investing in fresh food, delivering sales growth of 4.3 per cent and completing biggest-ever changes to fresh food offer – range and space allocation changes across all supermarkets to provide greater choice, convenience and product discovery

Accelerating the pace of innovation, with more than 2,000 new and improved products expected this year, our biggest innovation programme ever

Taste the Difference sales up more than six per cent, continuing to grow faster than the market16. Discovery range of restaurant-quality meals has doubled this year, driving one quarter of Taste the Difference growth and extending into new categories including BBQ and Italian meals. Expected to exceed 200 products by year end

Supported healthier choices through innovation and product reformulation. More than 750 products now included in our Full on Fibre range

Strengthening our estate and operational resilience

Store investment programme delivering positive customer and financial outcomes, with customer satisfaction17 and sales growth in invested stores performing ahead of the rest of the estate

Invested in more than 170 stores during the half

Added an average of 1,500 new products per store in key space reallocation investments

Investment in refrigeration, stores and technology supported strong availability and operational resilience during periods of extreme heat; fresh food availability nearly two percentage points ahead of key competitors during most challenged heatwave weeks18

Opened two new supermarkets and 14 convenience stores in the first half and expect to open around ten new supermarkets and around 25 convenience stores in total during the year. Strong like-for-like growth in stores opened last year and encouraging early performance from new stores

Delivering for customers however they want to shop with us

Overall supermarket customer satisfaction continued to improve, maintaining lead against key competitors19

Focus on improving in-store shopping experience driving increase in supermarket customer satisfaction metrics for ease of finding products and ease of moving around the store20

Enhanced Sainsbury’s app now consolidates Groceries Online, SmartShop and OnDemand and includes new innovations including “Search your store” product finder and AI-driven “SmartLists”

Groceries Online21 sales up 9.0 per cent. OnDemand extended to nearly 95 per cent of stores. Sales up 27 per cent

Convenience22 sales up 0.8 per cent in a challenging market. Strong performance of new stores offsetting impact of disruption during extreme heat

Continued investment in colleagues, with pay increase for hourly-paid colleagues of five per cent. Launched KickStarter, our new Modern Work Experience Programme to make work experience fairer and more accessible to everyone, creating around 10,000 training opportunities for young people to help build skills. Welcomed the first cohort of FutureMaker, our new flagship graduate programme

Expansion of Sainsbury's Money with launches in partnership with NatWest of personal loans in September and savings in October, rewarding Nectar customers with additional value. Credit cards to follow later this year

Supporting farmers and growers to build a more resilient food system

Sainsbury’s said long-term farming and supplier partnerships are intended to support quality and value for customers while providing producers with fair returns, investment visibility and more resilient food supply amid difficult growing conditions.

By the end of 2026, 60 per cent of products in fresh produce, dairy, meat, fish and poultry will be in long-term agreements

New ten-year agreement with Thanet Earth supporting investment in glasshouse capacity and technology. Enabling Sainsbury’s customers to buy British-grown cucumbers through the winter for the first time and strengthening supply resilience

Growing partnership with the Woodland Trust for a further four years, supporting farmers and growers across our supply chain to adopt agroforestry practices that improve farm resilience, enhance biodiversity and support sustainable food production

Helping to make good food accessible for all

Continued to address food insecurity through strategic partnership with Comic Relief, supporting children and families facing hardship

Supported ambition to raise £30 million for Comic Relief by 2030, launching first Move for Meals fundraising campaign. Colleagues, customers and suppliers raised £1.1 million, matched by Sainsbury's to donate a total of £2.2 million to Comic Relief

Committed £8 million through partnership with Comic Relief to complement the Government's Holiday Activities and Food programme and create additional holiday club places for children

Resilient Tu Clothing performance and continued General Merchandise optimisation

Tu sales down two per cent, reflecting tough comparatives and a subdued clothing market23

Outperformed the clothing market23, reflecting strong progress on style perceptions24, improved availability and best ever back-to-school performance, with sales up eight per cent

Completed roll-out of clothing RFID25, improving stock accuracy, product availability and operational efficiency

Sainsbury’s General Merchandise sales down five per cent, primarily reflecting strategic decision to allocate more space to food and rationalise range, driving stronger stock efficiency, better availability, a simpler shopping experience and higher space productivity. Success of toys range reset completed last year, with fewer, better products, reflected in H1 sales up 13 per cent year on year.

Loyalty everyone loves

Nectar membership and digital participation continued to increase as Sainsbury’s expanded personalised offers, rewards and partnerships. The group said that engagement supports its Nectar360 retail-media business and incremental profit generation.

Nectar Prices and personalised Your Nectar Prices continue to unlock value for customers

Digital Nectar users up nine per cent26

Customers saved more than £16 on £80+ big trolley shop as they continue to access the great value offered by Nectar

Your Nectar Prices continues to grow in popularity, with 350 million personalised offers per week and 17 per cent more customers accessing these on their favourite products each week27

Continued to engage with customers through digital campaigns such as Healthy Choice Challenge and Taste the Difference Challenge, supporting customers making healthier choices and driving trade up to our premium ranges

Creating more value for customers with Nectar partnerships

Broadened Nectar ecosystem and enhanced customer value through existing partnerships, driving greater relevance and reward across customers' leisure and family spending

Expanded Nectar earning opportunities for customers through Uber Eats

Merlin partnership now offering customers double value for Nectar points, delivering on average £36 additional value per redemption transaction over the summer

Launch of Ambassador Cruise Line partnership, with customers able to earn up to 150,000 Nectar points

Leading the development of Retail Media in the UK

Strong adoption of Pollen, Nectar360’s market-leading platform for planning, activating and measuring Retail Media campaigns. More than 600 campaigns delivered for around 100 clients

Nectar360 is the first UK Retail Media business to be accredited and independently audited against IAB Europe Retail28 Media Measurement Standards, reinforcing leadership in transparency, accountability and measurement

Omnichannel campaigns continue to deliver strong results, including Diet Coke x The Devil Wears Prada campaign, which reached over eight million customers and generated a 3.7x incremental return on advertising spend29

Expanding media network and capabilities

Continued integration of Pollen and in-store media network, creating more connected omnichannel proposition across in-store, onsite and offsite channels. Expanded connected in-store media network to more than 3,500 digital screens – expecting to reach around 5,000 screens by year end

On track to deliver at least £100 million of incremental profit over the three years to March 2027

More Argos, more often

Sainsbury’s expects the planned Argos sale to Swift Partners to provide Argos with flexibility to accelerate transformation and pursue growth under new ownership, building on the brand, store network and multichannel operations.

Securing a stronger future for Argos

Full year trading profit, reported as part of non-underlying discontinued operations, expected to be in line or ahead of last year

Sales, now reported within non-underlying discontinued operations, down 1.8 per cent (excluding Marketplace GMV30), partially reflecting highly competitive market and continued slower sales of bigger ticket items such as furniture, particularly during prolonged summer heatwave

Sales also impacted by in-year transition of legacy storecard customers to new digital financial services proposition, with strong new customer take-up of proposition outweighed by transitional sales impact

Successful launch of Marketplace offer. Number of sellers and product range will continue to expand, with 200,000 additional marketplace and supplier direct fulfilled products in Argos by financial year end

On track to deliver accelerated cost savings target, offsetting investment in people, technology, logistics and stores

Save and invest to win

Sainsbury’s says it remains on course to deliver £1 billion in cost savings under the final year of its Next Level plan, contributing to £2.3 billion over six years. It is shifting from standalone initiatives towards end-to-end changes intended to improve efficiency and resilience.

Investing in connected stores and modernising logistics

SmartShop now available in all supermarkets, with 20 per cent more handsets year on year, supporting operational capacity and bigger basket trolley shops ahead of peak

Connecting real-time data, AI-driven decision making and store execution to improve customer satisfaction and availability while reducing loss and increasing productivity

Enhanced SmartShop rescanning, improving identification of mis-scanned baskets, more targeted interventions and better customer experience

Self-checkout video analytics now in nearly 600 stores – continued roll-out across supermarkets and introduction into convenience stores

Good progress rolling out facial recognition technology following a successful trial which saw logged incidents fall by 46 per cent and more than 90 per cent of identified offenders not return

Data-led stock replenishment capabilities helping stores identify and move available stock to the shop floor more efficiently, improving availability, reducing lost sales opportunities and simplifying replenishment

Optimised price reduction algorithm rolled out to all stores, reducing waste and improving colleague efficiency. Already delivered double digit million pound saving

More than 100 automated mobile robots now live at our Northampton warehouse, improving efficiency and increasing capacity in the ambient grocery picking operation

Sales performance

Like-for-like sales performance

Total sales performance — percentage change

Total sales performance (£m)

Notes and forward-looking statements

Certain statements made in this announcement are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from any expected future events or results referred to in these forward-looking statements. They appear in a number of places throughout this announcement and include statements regarding our intentions, beliefs or current expectations and those of our officers, directors and employees concerning, amongst other things, our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity, prospects, growth, strategies and the business we operate. Unless otherwise required by applicable law, regulation or accounting standard, we do not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

A webcast presentation and live Q&A was scheduled for 09:00 BST; the presentation link provided by Sainsbury’s is available below.

Sainsbury’s interim-results webcast

A recording of the webcast, Q&A, presentation slides and transcript will be made available through the investor relations results and presentations pages.

Sainsbury’s investor relations

Sainsbury’s will issue its 2026/27 Third Quarter Trading Statement at 07:00 (GMT) on 8 January 2027.

Enquiries

Investor Relations: James Collins, +44 (0) 7801 813 074

Media: Rebecca Reilly, +44 (0) 20 7695 7295

Financial and operational footnotes

1 Comparatives have been restated to present Argos operations as a discontinued operation. Refer to notes 2 and 7 of the financial statements for further detail

2 Total sales in prior periods as previously presented plus commission on Financial Services

3 The comparative period has been restated to reflect the deferred tax impact of an increased proportion of assets qualifying for tax allowances

4 Prior period comparatives exclude Financial Services as it is recorded on a Retail basis. Comparatives have also been restated to present Argos operations as a discontinued operation. Refer to note 2 of the financial statements for definition change and note A2.1 for reconciliation to the nearest IFRS measure

5 Net debt H1 2025/26 as previously reported. From the beginning of 2026/27 net debt has been restated to include Financial Services, following substantive completion of the exit from core banking operations and change in the business model. Refer to notes 2.2, 2.7 and 4 of the financial statements for further details

6 Return on capital employed: H1 2026/27 return is now stated exclusive of Argos discontinued operations whilst capital employed is presented after total net debt. No adjustment has been made to H1 2025/26, which remains as previously presented.

7 Worldpanel by Numerator Panel, Total Fresh & Grocery excl. Kiosk & Tobacco, Primary Shopper (defined as a shopper who bought 40% or more of their groceries in a retailer over the stated time period) shopper growth H1 2021/22 vs. H1 2026/27, 28 weeks to 6 September 2026

8 Worldpanel by Numerator Panel, Total Fresh & Grocery excl. Kiosk & Tobacco, Sainsbury’s volume market share H1 2021/22 vs. H1 2026/27, 28 weeks to 13 September 2026

9 NielsenIQ EPOS, Total FMCG excl. Kiosk & Tobacco & GM, units YoY growth, 28 weeks to 12 September 2026

10 Worldpanel by Numerator Panel, Total Fresh & Grocery exc. Kiosk & Tobacco, Main shop mission shoppers YoY change, 28 weeks to 6 September 2026

11 NielsenIQ EPOS, Total FMCG excl. Kiosk & Tobacco & GM, market share, 28 weeks to 12 September 2026

12 Value Reality, September 2026 vs February 2026; Acuity, internal modelling

13 NielsenIQ EPOS, Total FMCG excl. Kiosk & Tobacco & GM, ASP YoY% growth, 28 weeks to 12 September 2026

14 Based on average number of products included in Aldi Price Match over the first half

15 CSAT Supermarket Competitor Benchmark data – Value for money and Appealing promotions Q2 2026/27 vs full choice grocers

16 Worldpanel by Numerator Panel, Total Fresh & Grocery exc. Kiosk & Tobacco, Premium OL, Sainsbury's value growth differential versus Market excluding M&S, 28 weeks to 13 September 2026

17 Lettuce Know. Customer satisfaction scores. Overall satisfaction – invested vs non-invested estate P1-P7 2026/2027 YoY

18 NielsenIQ OSA EU GB Barometer– week 22: 24 to 30 May 2026 & week 26: 21 to 27 June 2026

19 CSAT Supermarket Competitor Benchmark data – Overall supermarket satisfaction Q2 2026/27 vs Q2 2025/26 vs full choice grocers

20 CSAT Supermarket Competitor Benchmark data – Ease of finding items and Ease of walking through store, Q2 2026/27 vs Q2 2025/26

21 Groceries Online includes sales through Sainsburys.co.uk and sales through OnDemand channels serviced by supermarket and convenience locations

22 In-store only sales

23 Worldpanel by Numerator Panel, Total Clothing, Footwear and Accessories, Total market YoY volume growth and Tu YoY volume growth differential vs the market, 24 weeks to 16 August 2026

24 YouGov Brand Tracking, Style, H1 2026/27 vs H1 2025/26

25 Radio-frequency identification

26 8-week digital active Nectar users – week 28 2026/27 vs 2025/26

27 Your Nectar Prices customers P7 2026/27 vs 2025/26

28 IAB Europe is the European-level association for the digital marketing and advertising ecosystem. The Retail Media Certification Programme is designed to bring greater clarity and consistency to how Retail Media is measured and reported

29 From measured channels activated through Nectar360 Pollen

30 Gross merchandise value: Marketplace GMV is the total transaction value from the sale of products supplied by third-party e-commerce marketplace vendors. Reported sales include only the commission earned by Argos on those transactions

(PRESS RELEASE) BAD HOMBURG, Hesse, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Fresenius Medical Care has announced the launch of its multiFiltratePRO™ System in the United States for critical care patients with acute kidney injury (AKI), extending access to its continuous kidney replacement therapy technology. The integrated system is designed to simplify treatment for intensive care teams by incorporating citrate and calcium pumps and automatically adapting to changing treatment conditions.

On 19 October 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared multiFiltratePRO and approved its dedicated Cienby™ sodium citrate and Calrezdy™ calcium chloride solutions. According to the company, this is the first system-and-solutions package available in the U.S. for on-label regional citrate anticoagulation (RCA) using the Ci-Ca Protocol in continuous kidney replacement therapy (CKRT), also known as continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Cienby is indicated as an anticoagulant and Calrezdy for calcium substitution during continuous venovenous hemodialysis (CVVHD) or continuous venovenous hemodiafiltration (CVVHDF) in adults and pediatric patients weighing at least 40 kg. The system addresses treatment needs of critically ill patients whose kidneys have lost the ability to adequately filter waste from the blood.

The U.S. introduction builds on Fresenius Medical Care’s development and deployment of kidney care therapies in international markets. Its recent U.S. introduction of the 5008X™ CAREsystem broadened access to hemodiafiltration (HDF), an established standard of care in many parts of Europe and Asia-Pacific. With multiFiltratePRO and the Ci-Ca Protocol, the company is bringing another previously established international treatment approach to U.S. hospitals.

Within multiFiltratePRO, built-in citrate and calcium pumps eliminate the need for separate external infusion pumps. The Ci-Ca Protocol automatically changes infusion rates in response to blood and effluent flow to help sustain the specified ratios during treatment. Reducing circuit clotting is important in CKRT: a multicentre randomised trial in critically ill patients with AKI found that regional citrate anticoagulation increased filter lifespan compared with systemic heparin anticoagulation. The study was not sufficiently powered to establish definitive mortality conclusions.¹

“Fresenius Medical Care has a long history of bringing innovative kidney care solutions to patients around the world and making them available in new markets where they can have an even greater impact,” said Joe Turk, Chief Executive Officer of Care Enablement at Fresenius Medical Care. “The introduction of multiFiltratePRO enabled with the Ci-Ca Protocol is another example of that commitment. As the first FDA-cleared continuous kidney replacement therapy (CKRT) system, designed to support regional citrate anticoagulation (RCA) during CVVHD and CVVHDF on-label use in the United States, it expands the options available to critical care teams while reinforcing our leadership in advancing kidney care innovation.”

Fresenius Medical Care will present multiFiltratePRO at ASN Kidney Week 2026 in Denver, where visitors to Booth 571 can see the system and speak with product specialists about its use in treating acute kidney injury in critically ill patients.

The company plans to start U.S. distribution through a controlled rollout, followed by a move to full availability.

1 Zarbock A, et al. JAMA. 2020;324(16):1629-1639. doi:10.1001/jama.2020.18618

INDICATION

CIENBY (sodium citrate solution) for extracorporeal use is an anticoagulant indicated for regional citrate anticoagulation (RCA) during continuous venovenous hemodialysis (CVVHD) or continuous venovenous hemodiafiltration (CVVHDF) in adults and pediatric patients weighing greater than or equal to 40 kg.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

CIENBY is contraindicated in patients with:

known hypersensitivity to active substance

severely impaired citrate metabolism.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Hypocalcemia/Hypercalcemia

Due to its mechanism of action, CIENBY causes hypocalcemia. Severe hypocalcemia can lead to serious and life-threatening consequences including arrhythmia, cardiac arrest, seizure, and coma. Correct pre-existing hypocalcemia before initiating treatment with CIENBY to reduce the risk of clinically relevant hypocalcemia.

To prevent depletion of the patient’s calcium stores due to calcium loss in the continuous kidney replacement therapy (CKRT) effluent fluid, a separate infusion of calcium in the post-filter (return) bloodline of the extracorporeal circuit is required during CKRT with CIENBY.

Hypercalcemia can occur in patients treated with CIENBY and calcium replacement infusion. Adjust calcium replacement infusion rates and CKRT settings as clinically indicated to maintain electrolytes within target ranges.

In patients undergoing prolonged RCA-CKRT, a decrease in calcium infusion requirements may indicate bone demineralization and parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels and bone turnover markers should be monitored to prevent spontaneous fractures.

Hypernatremia

CIENBY can cause hypernatremia. Use in combination with low-sodium fluids and monitor serum sodium concentrations regularly during and after use of CIENBY.

For patients with pre-existing severe hypo/hypernatremia, slowly correct serum sodium concentration according to physician discretion prior to treatment with CIENBY and consider an anticoagulation method other than RCA.

Hypomagnesemia

CIENBY chelates magnesium ions which can cause hypomagnesemia. Patients with pre-existing magnesium deficiency or those receiving medications known to lower magnesium levels (e.g., proton pump inhibitors) may be at increased risk for hypomagnesemia with CIENBY. Monitor serum magnesium levels regularly during and after use of CIENBY. Supplementation with magnesium may be necessary.

Metabolic and Acid-Base Disturbances, including Citrate Accumulation CIENBY can cause metabolic alkalosis or metabolic acidosis, depending on citrate accumulation or citrate insufficiency.

Metabolic Acidosis

In patients with hepatic impairment, shock, or other conditions associated with reduced citrate metabolism, citrate accumulation may occur, which can present as a progressive increase in the ratio of total calcium to ionized calcium, accompanied by metabolic acidosis and ionized hypocalcemia. Monitor acid-base status and calcium parameters frequently during CIENBY administration, especially in patients with hepatic impairment, shock, or other conditions associated with reduced citrate metabolism. Use the total calcium to ionized calcium ratio as a surrogate marker for citrate accumulation. Adjust citrate infusion rates and CKRT settings as clinically indicated based on ongoing monitoring.

Metabolic Alkalosis

Metabolic alkalosis may result from excessive conversion of citrate to bicarbonate in the liver. Use CIENBY in combination with low-bicarbonate fluids.

Drug Interactions

Avoid administration of calcium-containing solutions upstream of the filter as they may reduce the effect of CIENBY.

Overdosage

Excessive infusion causes acute hypocalcemia that may expose the patient to neurological and cardiac complications. In addition, metabolic alkalosis and hypernatremia could alsooccur due to an excessive amount of CIENBY. Immediately discontinue or lower the dose of CIENBY and administer intravenous calcium in patients with an overdosage.

The safety and effectiveness of CIENBY have not been established for RCA during CVVHD or CVVHDF in pediatric patients weighing less than 40 kg.

Elderly patients may be at risk of impaired citrate metabolism. Frequent monitoring to detect citrate accumulation is recommended.

The most common adverse reactions with CIENBY (incidence > 5%) are hypercalcemia, hypernatremia, hypocalcemia, and metabolic alkalosis.

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group, LLC at 1-800-323-5188 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Please see full Prescribing Information.

Dosage forms and Strengths: CIENBY 40 g/L sodium citrate (136 mmol/L citrate) is provided in bag with 1,500 mL clear, colorless solution.

INDICATION

CALREZDY (calcium chloride solution), for extracorporeal use is a source of Calcium indicated for calcium substitution for regional citrate anticoagulation (RCA) during continuous venovenous hemodialysis (CVVHD) or continuous venovenous hemodiafiltration (CVVHDF) in adults and pediatric patients weighing greater than or equal to 40 kg.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Hyper/Hypocalcemia

Hypocalcemia and hypercalcemia can occur in patients receiving CALREZDY for RCA during continuous kidney replacement therapy (CKRT). Excess dosing with CALREZDY may result in hypercalcemia and insufficient dosing may result in hypocalcemia.

Hypocalcemia should be corrected prior to starting treatment. Patients with hypercalcemia prior to starting treatment should be initiated on a lower starting dose of CALREZDY and monitored closely.

During CALREZDY infusion, regularly check the systemic ionized calcium concentration and increase or decrease the dose as required.

The full effect of calcium dose changes, including calcium released from calcium-citrate chelate complexes, can lead to ionized hypercalcemia up to 12 hours or longer after treatment.

In patients with comorbidities affecting calcium metabolism or excretion (such as but not limited to nephrocalcinosis, hypercalciuria and overdose of vitamin D), monitor blood calcium levels more closely before, during, and after treatment.

Arrythmia and Hypotension

CALREZDY infusion during RCA may cause cardiac arrhythmias and decreased blood pressure. Electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring during administration with CALREZDY is recommended.

Synergistic arrhythmias may also occur if calcium and cardiac glycosides are administered together.

Local Clotting of Extracorporeal Circuit

When infused into the extracorporeal circuit, the site of CALREZDY infusion must regularly be inspected for signs of locally developing clotting. If observed, consider changing the extracorporeal circuit.

Drug Interactions

Cardiac Glycosides

Avoid coadministration of CALREZDY in patients receiving cardiac glycosides. Synergistic arrhythmias may occur with concomitant use. The use of calcium chloride may result in hypercalcemia which increases the risk of digoxin toxicity. If concomitant use is unavoidable, monitor ECG closely during administration of CALREZDY.

Calcium Channel Blockers

Administration of calcium may reduce the response to calcium channel blockers.

Drugs That Increase the Risk of Hypercalcemia

Increase frequency of monitoring of calcium concentrations in patients taking concomitant drugs that increase the risk of hypercalcemia (e.g., calcipotriene, estrogen, teriparatide, Vitamin A, and Vitamin D).

The safety and effectiveness of CALREZDY have not been established for calcium substitution in pediatric patients weighing less than 40 kg undergoing CVVHD or CVVHDF with RCA.

OVERDOSAGE

Overdosage of CALREZDY may lead to hypercalcemia. Symptoms of hypercalcemia typically develop when the total serum calcium concentration is > 3 mmol/L [12 mg/dL] or ionized calcium > 1.2 mmol/L [4.8 mg/dL], and include shortening of QT interval, bradycardia, hypertension, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, bowel hypomotility and constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, decreased concentration, depression, weakness, fatigue, confusion, hallucinations, disorientation, hypotonicity, seizures, and coma. Hypercalcemia effects on kidney include diminished ability to concentrate urine and diuresis.

In the event of overdosage, promptly discontinue CALREZDY, and institute appropriate countermeasures.

The most common adverse reactions with RCA (incidence > 5%) are hypercalcemia, hypernatremia, hypocalcemia, and metabolic alkalosis.

Please see the full Prescribing Information.

Dosage Forms and Strengths: CALREZDY 14.7 g/L calcium chloride dihydrate (100 mmol/L calcium) is provided in a bag with 1,500 mL ready-to-use solution.

Indication for use

The multiFiltratePRO System is indicated for the following use: Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) with and without integrated regional anticoagulation for patients weighing 40 kilograms or more with acute renal failure with or without fluid overload. All treatments administered by the multiFiltratePRO System must be prescribed by a physician.

About Fresenius Medical Care:

Fresenius Medical Care is the world’s leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases of which around 4.5 million patients worldwide regularly undergo dialysis treatment. Through its network of 3,513 dialysis clinics, Fresenius Medical Care provides dialysis treatments for approx. 290,000 patients around the globe. Fresenius Medical Care is also the leading provider of dialysis products such as dialysis machines or dialyzers. Fresenius Medical Care is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FME) and on the New York Stock Exchange (FMS).

Disclaimer:

This release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to various factors, including, but not limited to, changes in business, economic and competitive conditions, legal changes, regulatory approvals, results of clinical studies, foreign exchange rate fluctuations, uncertainties in litigation or investigative proceedings, and the availability of financing. These and other risks and uncertainties are detailed in Fresenius Medical Care’s reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Fresenius Medical Care does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this release.

© 2026 Fresenius Medical Care. All Rights Reserved. Fresenius Medical Care, the triangle logo, multiFiltratePRO, Ci-Ca, Calrezdy, Cienby, and 5008X are trademarks for which Fresenius Medical Care AG holds rights. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. D/N US-CICAT-000005 Rev A 10/2026.

(PRESS RELEASE) FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — ZF Friedrichshafen AG reported sales of €28.9 billion for the first nine months of 2026, broadly in line with the prior-year period, while organic revenue grew 1.4% despite continued weakness in global passenger-car markets. The German technology group improved its adjusted earnings, free cash flow and leverage over the period.

Adjusted EBIT increased to €1.4 billion, compared with €1.0 billion in the first nine months of 2025, raising the adjusted EBIT margin from 3.6% to 4.9%. Adjusted free cash flow climbed to approximately €1.1 billion from €683 million.

North America accounted for most of the organic sales increase, while revenue in Europe and Asia-Pacific was flat. ZF said geopolitical tensions continued to affect confidence and demand across global vehicle markets.

Earnings and cash flow improve

The company’s ongoing performance program helped lift adjusted EBIT by €368 million year over year to €1.4 billion. The 4.9% adjusted margin reached the upper end of ZF’s full-year guidance range of 4.0% to 5.0%.

Adjusted free cash flow improved by €411 million to about €1.1 billion, supported by stronger operating results and continued investment discipline. Restructuring-related provision payments, however, had a negative impact on third-quarter free cash flow.

At September 30, net debt stood at €10.1 billion, approximately €130 million below its level at the end of 2025. The leverage ratio fell from 2.98x to 2.61x.

Bond placement supports refinancing

ZF placed a €750 million bond in mid-September with a 4.5-year maturity and a coupon of 5.750%, despite volatile capital-market conditions. The company intends to use the proceeds to redeem selected euro-denominated bonds maturing in 2027 and 2028 ahead of schedule. Recent improvements to ZF’s rating outlooks by Moody’s and S&P Global Ratings also helped support investor confidence.

ZF Chief Financial Officer Michael Frick said:

“We are making measurable progress. Earnings and free cash flow have improved, and leverage has declined,” “The bond placement allowed us to address upcoming maturities early and strengthen our funding position. But the market remains difficult, and there is more work to do. We will continue to restructure the business, reduce costs and debt, and speed up execution. These efforts are essential to translating ZF’s strong technology capabilities into long-term economic success.”

ZF plans to release its full-year 2026 results at its annual press conference on Thursday, March 18, 2027.

About ZF

ZF is a global technology company supplying highly advanced dynamic systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. Its comprehensive product range primarily serves vehicle manufacturers, mobility providers and start-up companies in the fields of transportation and mobility. With its products and integrated hardware and software solutions, the company helps make mobility smarter, safer and more comfortable. ZF offers a wide range of solutions for propulsion, electrification, chassis and passive safety. Alongside the automotive sector – passenger cars and commercial vehicles – ZF also serves market segments such as construction and agricultural machinery, wind power, marine propulsion, rail drives and test systems, and has a broad portfolio of aftermarket products and services.

With approximately 153,000 employees worldwide, ZF reported sales of €38.8 billion in 2025. The company operates 162 production locations in 29 countries.

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(PRESS RELEASE) GENEVA, Switzerland, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — International Air Transport Association (IATA) and OneVasco have announced a partnership to bring OneVasco’s visa concierge service into IATA Timatic Solutions, linking access to international travel entry requirements with the visa application process. Travelers will be able to consult the documentation requirements for a journey through Timatic and then proceed directly to a visa application through a connected digital experience.

“Understanding what travel documents and visas are required for a journey is complicated. Joining forces with OneVasco will help passengers navigate travel requirements that can be time consuming and onerous. Together, we will help travelers understand the requirements and how to fulfil them,” said Frederic Leger, IATA’s Senior Vice President, Products & Services.

Findings from the 2025 IATA Global Passenger Survey illustrate the importance of simplifying travel documentation. In the survey, 33% of passengers said the complexity of visa and immigration requirements had discouraged them from travelling, an increase of three percentage points compared with 2024. Passengers from Africa and the Middle East reported the greatest discouragement. Among travelers deterred by demanding visa or documentation requirements, 53% identified process complexity as the main reason.

“Bringing Timatic and OneVasco together on a single platform will simplify visa journeys and enhance the passenger experience for IATA partners. Through this partnership, travelers will have access to OneVasco’s visa concierge services, including support for both e-visas and sticker visas, with eligibility checks, document verification, application assistance, secure payments, and status tracking. This builds on the trusted service we deliver to travelers globally,” said Mahesh Anchan, COO of OneVasco.

The service will be available to airlines as a supplementary option within IATA Timatic Solutions, including integrations with Timatic Web and Timatic Widget. In the other direction, Timatic’s travel requirements information will be incorporated into OneVasco’s visa platform.

About Timatic

Timatic is the industry’s leading provider of real-time information on travel document requirements for international air travel. Every year it is used by airlines globally to confirm compliance for more than 1.3 billion passengers.

About OneVasco

Since 2012, OneVasco has provided visa concierge services to travelers, supporting them in navigating visa requirements and application processes. With expertise and a trained team, OneVasco stays updated on global regulations, offering accurate information and tailored solutions to meet individual needs. OneVasco combines visa expertise with digital technology to support travelers with visa applications across multiple markets.

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(PRESS RELEASE) IMMINGHAM, England, United Kingdom, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Associated British Ports (ABP) has appointed two senior managers to strengthen its unitised operations at the ports of Immingham and Hull in the Humber region.

Jamie Pearson has taken up the newly created position of Head of Unitised Operations (Humber), reflecting the importance of the region’s short-sea shipping links and direct connections for shippers serving markets in northern England and the Midlands. Alex Pickett has been promoted to Immingham Container Terminal (ICT) Manager, succeeding Pearson in the position.

The appointments come as ABP continues to invest in its Humber container terminals, where activity has increased by more than 40% over the past five years. Together, the terminals handle 26 vessel calls each week, connecting the Humber with destinations across Europe and beyond.

Colin McLoughlin, Head of Operations, Humber, said: “These are two important appointments for our Humber operations. The creation of the Head of Unitised role reflects the importance of this area of our business and gives us dedicated strategic leadership, while Alex’s appointment provides continued focus on the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of Immingham Container Terminal.

“Jamie and Alex bring strong experience and knowledge to their respective roles, and I’m confident they will make a real contribution as we strengthen our unitised offer and continue delivering a high-quality service for our customers.”

Pearson has worked at ABP for nine years, progressing through roles in the business. In addition to his new unitised-operations responsibilities, he will oversee the two border control posts and any future ABP roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) opportunities.

Jamie Pearson, Head of Unitised Operations, said: “We want to continue growing our container terminals by attracting new customers and developing new opportunities. As part of that, we’ll be looking at both deep-sea and short-sea markets, while planning our future operations to ensure we’re well placed to support our customers and capitalise on future growth.”

Pickett joined ABP 11 years ago as a Mechanical Apprentice. Most recently, he served as Engineering Lead, overseeing crane-related work at ICT.

Alex Pickett added: “I’ve worked with ICT for many years through my previous role as engineering lead, so I already have a strong understanding of the terminal and its operations. Moving into the ICT Manager role is an exciting next step for me, and I’m looking forward to combining that engineering experience with operational leadership and working with the team to take the terminal forward.”

ABP has invested £50 million in its Humber container terminals, including the introduction of new reachstackers and terminal management systems. The facilities support the handling of more than 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) annually.

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(PRESS RELEASE) CAMBRIDGE, England, United Kingdom, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — University of Cambridge researchers have found that women scientists are almost entirely absent from the compulsory science content specified by the six main UK examination boards, raising questions about whether this lack of representation contributes to girls leaving some science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects after age 16.

Across Key Stage 4 (KS4) science specifications, covering GCSEs and equivalent qualifications, just one of the 86 named scientists was a woman: Rosalind Franklin, whose X-ray crystallography work contributed to the discovery of DNA’s double helix. She appeared in only one specification.

The analysis covered biology, chemistry, environmental science, geology, physics and astronomy. According to the researchers, specifications teach numerous discoveries to which women contributed significantly without explicitly identifying those women in mandatory learning content, leaving teachers individually responsible for drawing attention to their achievements.

In a paper published in the British Educational Research Journal, the authors observed:

“In the UK, students enrolled on science courses learn the foundations of modern science. Many of the scientific discoveries and explanations were developed in the 1800s and early 1900s, a period when scientific and mathematical practice was largely, but not solely, dominated by men. Our findings confirm that the UK science specifications reflect this historical imbalance: although women made significant contributions to major scientific breakthroughs, this fact is rarely acknowledged.”

The team — Dr Greg J Cooke, Skyla B White and Stephanie Buttigieg, working with the IncludeHer movement — argues that small, targeted revisions could bring contributions by prominent women scientists, including Nobel Prize winners, into existing curricula without extensive restructuring. The researchers suggest that greater exposure to these achievements may help encourage girls to continue studying STEM, particularly physics and mathematics, at Key Stage 5 (KS5), covering A-levels and equivalents, and beyond.

Gender representation and subject choices

Although girls generally outperform boys in most STEM subjects at KS4, boys are substantially more likely to enrol in physics, mathematics and further mathematics at KS5. The proportion of girls selecting mathematics and further mathematics is now lower than in 2005, the researchers reported.

The authors describe a “compelling” correlation between the gender balance of scientists featured at KS4 and the subsequent STEM subject choices made by girls at KS5. Mandatory physics material in particular contains a “saturation” of male scientists; the study suggests this could influence lower continuation rates among girls. Biology and chemistry, which are slightly more popular with girls than boys at KS5, name fewer individual scientists overall in KS4 specifications.

Acknowledging that the under-representation of women in STEM reflects many complex influences, the researchers nevertheless identify the transition from KS4 to KS5 as a potentially important point for retaining girls. They draw on previous successes of relatable STEM role models and identify specific opportunities to add women’s contributions to current specifications.

Recommendations for science specifications

The researchers recommend that Rosalind Franklin be named in every KS4 biology specification. They also propose discussing Marie Skłodowska-Curie — the twice Nobel Prize-winning scientist who discovered polonium and radium and coined the word “radioactivity” — in chemistry teaching about atomic structure and isotopes. In KS4 physics, they suggest featuring Lise Meitner, whose work was instrumental in discovering nuclear fission and explaining it theoretically, although she was controversially excluded from a Nobel Prize.

At KS5, the research found only three women among 181 scientists identified in the specifications: Rosalind Franklin, geologist Marie Tharp and seismologist Inge Lehman. The authors propose introducing Nobel laureate Dorothy Hodgkin in biology teaching on protein structures, reflecting her X-ray crystallography research on biologically important molecules including insulin.

Dr Greg J Cooke said: “The women we recommend for the updated science specifications have helped shape the modern world. We often find ourselves obsessing over scientific facts and outcomes rather than the human journeys and rigorous methods that produced them. It is important that students understand the iterative history of science and the context behind these discoveries to frame their knowledge when assessing the bigger picture: How did Susan Solomon help save the ozone layer? How did Lise Meitner’s work eventually lead to the dawn of the nuclear age? It is long overdue that we teach these inspiring stories about women.”

Skyla B White said: “Despite years of effort to achieve gender parity in science, it is disappointing that students in the UK can complete their science education without learning the names of the women behind the scientific discoveries they study. This matters because it is at this stage, when students begin to choose which subjects to pursue further, that the gender divide grows. It’s fantastic that students learn about the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram, for example, but it was built on the work of Annie Jump Cannon, who is not mentioned. You can’t tell one story without the other.”

Stephanie Buttigieg said: “Research has shown that relatable role models can help keep more girls in STEM by strengthening their sense of belonging in science and fostering positive attitudes towards scientific careers. When school science specifications leave out women’s names, they miss a real opportunity to help girls see a future for themselves in science and continue to reinforce the harmful stereotype that science is mainly for men.”

Study data and next phase of research

The research team has created an interactive app presenting the study’s data. They are also developing a follow-up paper examining how teachers incorporate scientists’ stories into classroom teaching. Teachers have been invited to contribute through a survey to inform the next stage of the research.

Reference

Cooke, G J; White, S B; Buttigieg, S; Lowson, N; Galaudage, S; Battisti, A; Kelsey, L, and Ross, K (2026). The absence of women’s scientific contributions in core UK pre-university science qualifications. British Educational Research Journal, 00, 1–22. https://doi.org/10.1002/berj.70279

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(PRESS RELEASE) EINDHOVEN, North Brabant, Netherlands, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) has announced that four of its researchers have received 2026 Vidi grants from the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO). Each grant provides funding of up to €850,000, enabling researchers to develop their own research programmes and establish or expand research groups.

The four projects address integrating neural networks with optimisation techniques, more dependable forecasting of hazardous weather, touch-sensitive remote robotics, and computational simulations of blood-vessel regeneration following a heart attack. NWO awards its personal Vidi grants in recognition of the researchers and the quality of their proposed work.

Combining neural networks and mathematical optimisation

Christopher Hojny, from TU/e’s Department of Mathematics & Computer Science, has received a grant for “ENeMIP: Embedding Neural Networks in Mixed-Integer Programming”. The project seeks to develop mathematical approaches that allow mixed-integer programming to incorporate larger and more accurate neural networks.

“Neural networks help computers to learn patterns in data, while mixed-integer programming (MIP) is used to make complex decisions in areas like energy, transport, and healthcare. Today, these two powerful tools cannot be combined effectively because MIP struggles with large neural networks.”

“This project develops new mathematical methods and algorithms that allow MIP to work with much bigger and more accurate neural networks. All results will be built into open-source software such that they can be used widely. This will make it easier to design better, data-driven decision systems for real-world problems that affect society.”

Improving forecasts of dangerous weather

Elisa Perrone, of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, has secured a Vidi grant for “MOSAIC: Multivariate structure and interdependence in complex data”. The research aims to improve predictions of hazardous events where several weather conditions coincide.

“This project addresses the challenge of predicting dangerous weather situations where multiple conditions occur together, such as strong winds combined with heavy rainfall or low visibility during landing. These situations are difficult to predict reliably because current methods struggle to depict how weather conditions interact, leading to uncertainty in high-impact decisions.”

“MOSAIC combines advances in statistics and discrete geometry with weather forecasting to better depict interactions, resulting in improved predictions for high-impact events such as storms, heatwaves, and floods. This will support safer aviation, better preparedness for extreme weather, and more informed decision-making in a changing climate.”

Restoring the sense of touch in remotely controlled robots

Irene Kuling, from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, will pursue the project “Hands-on from afar!”. Its focus is on developing haptic feedback systems that help operators feel what remotely controlled robotic hands encounter.

“Teleoperation technology allows users to perform tasks remotely using robots, much like video calling, but for physical tasks.”

“This research focuses on the development of haptic feedback systems that enable a user to feel what a robot hand is feeling, almost as if the user is touching something with their own hand. By combining insights from human perception with soft robotics, this project enables intuitive remote control for applications such as remote maintenance and remote healthcare.”

Modelling blood-vessel regrowth after a heart attack

Tommaso Ristori, of the Department of Biomedical Engineering, will use his Vidi award to develop computational simulations of blood-vessel regrowth in heart tissue damaged by myocardial infarction. His work examines how newly forming vessels interact with scar tissue as the heart beats.

“Acute myocardial infarction causes severe loss of cardiac blood vessels. This loss inhibits the heart’s ability to regenerate, potentially leading to premature death. Current treatments after infarction fail to stimulate sufficient blood-vessel growth, a process called angiogenesis.”

“The major challenge is that, after infarction, angiogenic cells must form vessels within a dense scar tissue, dynamically strained with every heartbeat. How these dynamic deformations affect interactions between angiogenic cells and scar tissue remains unknown. We will address these challenges by developing and experimentally validating computational models that will uncover novel strategies to boost vessel formation and enable cardiac regeneration.”

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(PRESS RELEASE) SYDNEY, New South Wales, Australia, 22-Oct-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Thiess, a global mining services provider, has secured two five-year contracts in Mongolia, expanding its activities in the country through underground mining and asset management services.

The agreements cover underground mining work at the Oyu Tolgoi Mine, managed by Rio Tinto, and asset management services for Energy Resources at the Ukhaa Khudag Mine.

Thiess began operating in Mongolia in 2007 and has since built local capabilities while delivering mining and maintenance solutions for projects across the country.

Michael Wright, Thiess Executive Chair and CEO, said the awards supported the company’s strategy of developing its core business while broadening its service offerings, commodity exposure and geographic reach.

“These awards demonstrate the trust our clients place in Thiess and reflect the strength of our long-standing partnerships with Oyu Tolgoi and Energy Resources, as well as the capability of our team.

“Our success is built on our global expertise, our local people and our local capability, and we’re proud these contracts will create new career opportunities as our workforce grows.”

Roberto Gallardo, CIMIC Group President and Executive Director, said the agreements underscored the strategic value of Thiess’ customer relationships and natural resources expertise.

“Long-term contracts with leading clients are central to Thiess’ strength and to CIMIC’s natural resources strategy, and these awards in Mongolia are a clear example of that in action.

“Mongolia remains a key market for Thiess, and these contracts reinforce our long-term commitment to our clients, communities and the country.”

Oyu Tolgoi Copper – Underground Mining Services

At Oyu Tolgoi, Thiess will work through the Thiess-Khishig Arvin Joint Venture (TKAJV) to carry out underground development, install ground support and construct block cave infrastructure.

The work will contribute to the ongoing development of one of the world’s largest copper-gold operations. Thiess expects more than 110 additional positions to be created over the coming months, with the workforce projected to approach 800 by the end of the contract term. This would make the project the company’s largest underground mining operation worldwide.

The contract builds on Thiess’ presence at Oyu Tolgoi, where the TKAJV has been active since 2016.

Energy Resources – CHPP Asset Management Services

At Ukhaa Khudag, Thiess will provide asset management services for Energy Resources’ Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP).

Responsibilities will encompass asset management, supply chain management, technical support and planning, with the aim of maintaining efficient and reliable operations.

The agreement extends Thiess’ established relationship with Energy Resources and reflects the parties’ shared focus on safety, operational performance and ongoing improvement.

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