EssilorLuxottica acquires Canadian start-up Cellview Imaging Inc.

PARIS: EssilorLuxottica, a leading global eyewear company, has acquired Cellview Imaging Inc., a Canadian start-up specializing in innovative retinal diagnostic imaging, as part of its ongoing commitment to elevate industry standards and improve the quality of vision care. The acquisition aims to expand EssilorLuxottica’s portfolio of ophthalmic instruments and solutions, marking a significant step in its…

BenevolentAI to delist from Euronext and merge into Osaka Holdings

AMSTERDAM: BenevolentAI (Euronext Amsterdam: BAI), a leader in AI-driven drug discovery, announced plans to delist from Euronext Amsterdam via a merger with Osaka Holdings S.à r.l., a private entity. This move, subject to shareholder approval, aims to simplify the company’s structure and reduce administrative overhead. Following an extensive review, the Board concluded that the costs…

Vow ASA appoints Gunnar Pedersen as its new Chief Executive Officer

OSLO: Vow ASA announced the appointment of Gunnar Pedersen as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective no later than 1 August  2025. Gunnar Pedersen brings extensive leadership experience from the maritime and industrial sectors. He is currently Executive Vice President, Automation & Control at Kongsberg Maritime, and he has worked within the Kongsberg Group since 2002. Throughout…

Sanofi acquires 2.3% shares from L’Oréal in €3 billion buyback program

PARIS: Sanofi announced the acquisition of 2.3% of its shares from long-term shareholder L’Oréal as part of its share buyback program initiated on Jan. 30, 2025. The move aligns with Sanofi’s capital allocation strategy and commitment to sustainable value creation for shareholders. “L’Oréal has been a trusted shareholder and partner for decades, playing a key…

SeaBird Exploration and Energy Drilling announce merger to form leading offshore oil and gas services provider

OSLO: SeaBird Exploration Plc, a leading provider of marine seismic acquisition services, announced today that it has signed a letter of intent to merge with Energy Drilling Pte Ltd, a premier tender-assisted drilling provider, in a share-for-share acquisition. The combined company will be a diversified offshore oil and gas services provider with strong cash flows…

Mutares completes acquisition of Buderus Edelstahl

BERLIN: Mutares SE & Co. KGaA has finalized the acquisition of Buderus Edelstahl GmbH from voestalpine AG. The acquisition will enhance Mutares’ Engineering & Technology segment as a new platform investment. Founded in 1731, Buderus Edelstahl GmbH specializes in high-quality special steels, including tool steel, engineering steel, open-die forgings, closed-die forgings, hot-rolled strip, cold-rolled strip,…

CARMAT secures €9.7 million in global offering

PARIS: CARMAT, a leading designer and developer of the world’s most advanced total artificial heart, announced the completion of its global offering, raising a total of €9.7 million. Of this amount, €8.6 million was subscribed by specialized investors and €1.1 million by retail investors via the PrimaryBid platform. Stéphane Piat, Chief Executive Officer of CARMAT,…

Maurel & Prom enters agreement to acquire 40% interest in Sinu-9 Gas License in Colombia

PARIS: Maurel & Prom S.A. (“M&P”) announced Monday that it has signed a letter of intent with NG Energy International Corp. (“NG Energy”), a company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange of Toronto, to acquire a 40% operated working interest in the Sinu-9 gas license in Colombia for $150 million, effective February 1, 2025. Olivier…

Hamilton Global Opportunities increases investment in Exos Financial, completes investment in Antaria Holding

PARIS: Hamilton Global Opportunities plc (Paris: ALHGO) has announced that it has increased its investment in Exos Financial by subscribing to a convertible loan note, raising its total commitment to the US-based financial institution platform to $9 million. Additionally, HGO has completed a €4 million investment into Antaria Holding (Ireland) Limited. Exos Financial, founded in…

Mobilize acquires stake in Free To X to expand Italy’s high-power charging network

PARIS: Mobilize, a Renault Group brand dedicated to new mobilities, and Free To X, a subsidiary of Autostrade per l’Italia, have announced a transaction that aims to accelerate the deployment of a high-power charging network across Italy. Through this project, Mobilize is set to acquire a significant stake in Free To X, Autostrade per l’Italia’s…

Bureau Veritas acquires Versatec Energy to bolster renewables push

PARIS, FRANCE: Bureau Veritas, the global testing, inspection, and certification giant, announced today the acquisition of Versatec Energy B.V., a Dutch technical advisory firm specializing in the offshore and onshore energy sectors. This strategic move aligns with Bureau Veritas’ LEAP | 28 strategy, aiming to strengthen its foothold in the rapidly growing renewables market and underscore…