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DRF Luftrettung and DRF Maintenance are joining forces: the newly established DRF Aviation Services combines the two companies’ technical expertise built on more than 50 years of experience in helicopter maintenance, modifications and services. As a “one-stop shop”, DRF Aviation Services provides the full range of services from a single source. Helicopter operators benefit from high levels of reliability and innovative capability.

Ruggell (LI), 1 October 2026 – RM Equity Partners (RMEP), the international investment firm focused on asset-light digital businesses, today announces the completion of its generational handover. As of 1 October 2026, the management company is fully owned by the three partners Eugen Benedikt Russ, Chris Wittlinger and Nicola Szekely and the wider team, who will make all new investments independently. With this step, the succession within the founding family is concluded: RMEP operates as a fully independent investment firm with no ownership, management or personnel ties to the Russmedia group. RMEP has grown into one of the most active investors in digital marketplaces, software and consumer platforms in Europe: Assets under management of more than €500 million Annual investment capacity of more than €100 million 50+ portfolio investments, with 95% of revenue generated outside Austria Independent evergreen structure – the partners invest their own capital (principal investing, no exter

7,000 Humanoids emerge as new market 117,000 Transport and logistics’ robots lead as top application

Berlin / Germany, 30 September 2026 – ABDA – Federal Union of German Associations of Pharmacists has published its Statistical Yearbook “German Pharmacies: Figures, Data, Facts 2026”. The 132-page publication provides a comprehensive overview of the most important facts and statistics of the pharmacy market as well as information on the latest trends in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors in Germany and beyond.

World's first and only commercially available cochlear implant with all components implanted beneath the skin Continuous hearing day and night Hearing performance designed to be the same as established cochlear implant solutions September 29, 2026 – (Innsbruck, Austria): MED-EL, a global leader in hearing implant technology, today announced the launch of TICI UNICO, the world's first and only commercially available totally invisible cochlear implant. Designed for people with severe-to-profound hearing loss, TICI UNICO enables continuous hearing 24 hours a day while remaining completely beneath the skin. It has received CE Mark approval and is being introduced in European markets.

The partnership will bring Qutenza®, Vimovo®, Palexia® and Zomig® to people living with pain in Asia-Pacific, spanning Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. Pain is a significant healthcare challenge in the region, due to the ageing population and the high burden of chronic diseases.[i],[123], The partnership is a key step in Grünenthal’s strategy to enhance patient care and expand access to its innovative medicines.

From Albania to Uzbekistan – visitors from almost 90 nations Trade visitors from 89 nations to date, international delegations and companies from more than 40 countries: Security Essen and the new Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX) are bringing guests from numerous parts of the world to Messe Essen this week. Visitors from the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, the UK, Poland, the Czech Republic and France are particularly well represented. But experts are also travelling from more distant countries such as Argentina, Ukraine, Singapore and South Korea to network across borders and find out about the latest security and defence technologies. Security Essen focuses on civil security, whilst the inaugural EUDEX is dedicated to the defence industry.

Thermomix® takes its ecosystem to the next level: With the new Cookidoo® Assistant and Recipe Translation benefits, the largest culinary community gains comprehensive AI features. In addition, Arabic is introduced as a new language option on Thermomix® TM7, following a long-standing community demand.

Latest step in Grünenthal’s strategy to acquire established medicines that serve clear medical needs, leverage its commercial and operational capabilities, and drive growth. Stivarga® (regorafenib) is an established oral treatment for certain advanced cancers, including metastatic colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GIST) and hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer). It is approved and available in more than 90 markets worldwide. Grünenthal has invested around €2.6 billion in successful M&A transactions since 2017, significantly strengthening its profitability and further funding its innovative research pipeline.

STRASBOURG, 15 September 2026 Ahead of Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the Union address and debate in Strasbourg on September 16, 2026, the Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament (S&D) call for a change of direction: away from deregulation and towards better living and working conditions for Europeans, tangible social justice, and a stronger, more sovereign Europe. Iratxe García Pérez, president of the S&D Group in the European Parliament, said: “Europe is facing a choice. Not simply between different policies or political parties, but between two very different visions of our future. One vision is built on fear, power without limits, nationalism and the rule of the strongest. The other vision is the Europe we believe in: a Europe that protects its people, defends democracy and international law, fights climate change, guarantees social rights and has the strength to decide its own future.”* A Europe that delivers for its people The S&D Group has deli

Europe is losing the IPO race. Its companies are going public at too small a size. The number of new companies listing in Europe is behind that of the US and their value has dropped over the last decade. Europe faces a ‘scale-up gap’: while it produces innovative startups, they struggle to grow across Europe and access capital for their expansion. Strong public equity markets provide capital to promising firms and an ‘exit’ for venture capital and private equity investors.

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom awards its Freedom Prize 2026 to the courageous people of Iran who are fighting for freedom, civil rights and democracy.

Berlin, 10 September 2026 – The Sovereignty Alliance for European Network Technology (SAFENet) welcomes five new members: Genexis, IPmotion, MB connect line, Teldat and Waystream. The alliance is growing rapidly, expanding from four to nine European network technology companies just a few weeks after its founding. With this growth, the alliance significantly broadens its European base. Their shared goal: to strengthen Europe's technological capacity to act – and to ensure that European network technology is given the weight it deserves in Brussels and in national capitals.

Los Angeles/DNA - Although Europe’s place among the world’s democracies remains at the top of the heap, the latest research from governance experts warns that the continent is slipping from its lofty perch as the runaway global leader. According to the report - based on the European Berggruen Governance Index (EBGI), which analyses states’ governance performance according to the quality of democracy, government, and lives of citizens - European states’ years-long dominance is stagnating. Over time, this could undermine democratic accountability and raise questions about the region’s long-term stability. The findings of the report, titled “Sustaining and Expanding Europe’s High Governance Performance”, show that complacency, what researchers refer to as the “silent killer of governance”, is a cause for concern that must be addressed by a renewed focus on bolstering democracy and engaging citizens. The report was produced by researchers at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA),

FEV Consulting has once again been recognized among the world's leading management consulting firms. The company has been included in the World's Best Management Consulting Firms 2026 ranking by Forbes and Statista. The recognition highlights FEV Consulting's international consulting expertise and underscores its successful expansion as a global partner for technology-driven transformation.

The Center for Space and Aviation Switzerland and Liechtenstein (CSA) is bringing together a fully integrated pathway at the Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich from laboratory preparation through parabolic flight test and qualification to low Earth orbit. With international partners across Europe and the United States, the hub now provides a practical route to orbital research and development aboard the International Space Station (ISS) - including three initial free competitive experiment slots provided jointly by the Center for Space and Aviation Switzerland and Liechtenstein (CSA) and Starlab Space - and, in the future, to commercial space stations such as Starlab.

Berlin, Germany - Today at IFA, Antigravity, an aerial technology brand incubated by Insta360, announced its latest innovation, the Antigravity Cellular Module, which is designed to give creators greater freedom and reliability in flight. The Cellulare Module enhances A1's transmission reliability by adding a 4G connection. Working alongside the A1’s OmniLink 360 system, the module provides an additional connection when the primary transmission link encounters interference or obstruction. In complex urban environments, it helps maintain a stable video connection while supporting smoother transmission over longer distances. The module can be mounted directly onto the drone and Vision Goggles and features an integrated eSIM for convenient connectivity while traveling. The Antigravity Cellular Module will be available by the end of September 2026. At IFA 2026, Antigravity will give attendees the chance to experience the award-winning Antigravity A1 for themselves. Visitors can head to the

Berlin, 3 September 2026 A change in leadership is planned at PMG Presse-Monitor GmbH & Co. KG at the end of 2026: Managing Director Ingo Kästner will be leaving the company at his own request and retiring after many successful years. Natascha Thomas will take over as his successor, supported by Désirée von Domarus as Commercial Director. Ingo Kästner has played a key role in shaping PMG over many years. Under his leadership, new business areas were developed, digital services were expanded, and the company’s position as a leading provider of media monitoring, press reviews and media analysis in the German-speaking world was significantly strengthened. “The past few years at PMG have been characterised by dedicated colleagues, trusting partnerships and many successful developments,” says Ingo Kästner. “I am delighted to hand over responsibility to Natascha Thomas. She has known the company, the market, and our customers for many years and has the experience needed to successfully lead

HAMBURG -The opening of the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg will mark its tenth anniversary on 11 January 2027. At the start of the anniversary season, the spectacular concert hall presented key figures from its success story: annual attendance at classical concerts in Hamburg has tripled since the Elbphilharmonie opened. 7.4 million people have attended around 6,400 concerts and events at the Elbphilharmonie, while 29.5 million have visited the Plaza, the public viewing platform 37 metres above ground. Ten years after opening the Elbphilharmonie has become a landmark of Hamburg and an internationally established concert venue. Its impact extends far beyond the concert hall itself: its architecture, public Plaza and a programme combining musical excellence with a spirit of discovery have transformed the perception of Hamburg as a city of music. What was once a controversial construction project has become a concert hall that inspires the people of Hamburg as much as artists, orchestras and cur

Former SoftwareOne COO and executive board member assumes CEO role on 1 September 2026 Harald Holberg joins Eye-Able as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Tripled in under two years: over 5,000 customers in more than ten countries form the basis for the next phase of international growth Founding team continues to focus on product innovation and growth projects