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ANCHORAGE, Alaska, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aleut Federal LLC proudly announces that Jennifer Anderson, Director of Environmental Programs for Aleut Environmental Remediation LLC (Aleut), has been named one of the “Top 50 Women Leaders of Alaska for 2025” by Women We Admire.

This recognition highlights Anderson’s outstanding leadership and deep commitment to environmental service across the state. Since joining Aleut in 2021, she has built and led the company’s Alaska-based operations, growing and diversifying its environmental portfolio to serve federal, commercial, and tribal clients. Her work reflects not only technical excellence, but also a meaningful focus on supporting the Unangax̂ people and communities across the Aleut Region.

“I’m honored to be recognized among so many incredible women shaping Alaska’s future,” said Anderson. “I’m proud of the work we’ve done at Aleut. These projects aren’t just about the science or the cleanup, they’re about the people and the place. I’m grateful to lead a team that takes that responsibility seriously every day.”

Anderson is a licensed Civil and Environmental Professional Engineer and a certified Project Management Professional with more than 25 years of experience in Alaska’s environmental sector. She has led complex programs with focus and integrity, earning a reputation for delivering high-quality results. During her four-year appointment to the Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors, she helped oversee licensure standards and regulatory compliance statewide.

Since launching Aleut’s Alaska office, Anderson has prioritized close collaboration with Aleut village corporations and tribal entities, providing environmental consultation, mentorship, and stewardship. Her leadership continues to guide projects that deliver high quality outcomes and support a more resilient and sustainable future for Alaska.

“Jennifer brings a level of professionalism and integrity that elevates every project she touches,” said Mark Gragg, Vice President of Environmental Services at Aleut Federal. “She leads with both technical rigor and heart, and her work makes a tangible impact not only on the land, but on the communities who depend on it.”

Women We Admire recognizes accomplished women across sectors who demonstrate visionary leadership and dedication to service. Anderson’s inclusion emphasizes the critical role women play in Alaska’s environmental and economic future, through both strategic leadership and a strong sense of purpose.

ABOUT ALEUT FEDERAL
Aleut Federal LLC (Aleut), a holding company for The Aleut Corporation‘s federal services portfolio, is an Alaska Native-owned enterprise dedicated to delivering vital services to the U.S. government across four primary sectors: Technology, Mission Support, Environmental, and Construction. Our Environmental Services Group (ESG) focuses on specialized environmental solutions such as hazardous waste disposal, radiological cleanup, munitions remediation, and site restoration, adhering to ISO 9001:2015 and DOE “Q” security standards to ensure safety and compliance.

Through our specialized subsidiaries like Aleut Environmental Remediation we bring expertise in PFAS remediation, groundwater monitoring, and advanced environmental technologies. Committed to regulatory compliance and sustainability, Aleut ESG delivers high-quality outcomes aligned with client goals.

Established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971, The Aleut Corporation is one of 12 original regional Alaska Native corporations. Aleut Federal’s diversified portfolio includes Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a) certified and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) subsidiaries, offering specialized capabilities to meet the diverse needs of federal clients.

Berlyn Martin
Aleut Federal, LLC
Phone: 586-337-5828

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CLEVELAND and BOSTON, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MPE Partners (“MPE” or “Morgenthaler Private Equity”), along with its portfolio company Delphi Infrastructure Group (“DIG”), announced today the acquisition of JMF Underground (“JMF”). JMF is a provider of underground utility services for a blue-chip customer base in South-Central Pennsylvania and surrounding states. JMF specializes in horizontal directional drilling, boring, trenching, and excavation services related to the repair and maintenance of underground electrical and natural gas infrastructure.

MPE and DIG partnered in the transaction with JMF’s Founder and CEO, Joe Fisher, as well as its management team. Mark Crowson, CEO of DIG, said, “JMF Underground has become a leading provider of specialized underground solutions across the Mid-Atlantic and Eastern United States. The company’s consistent growth reflects its deep commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service under Joe’s leadership. We are proud to partner with the JMF team and support their continued expansion as part of the DIG portfolio of companies.”

Joe Fisher, Founder and CEO of JMF, stated, “I am exceptionally proud of what the JMF team has built since being founded in 2008. We are excited to join a like-minded, established, and reputable team at DIG that will enable us to better serve customers and accelerate our next phase of growth.”

Lukas Sontich, Vice President at MPE, added, “The addition of JMF Underground alongside Precision Pipeline, SabCon Underground, and Allegheny Contracting further establishes DIG as a scaled, leading provider of underground infrastructure services to a diverse set of utility customers. We are thrilled to welcome Joe and the JMF team to the organization.”

Churchill Asset Management and BMO Sponsor Finance provided financing to support the transaction. Jones Day served as legal advisor to MPE.

About JMF Underground
Headquartered in Mechanicsburg, PA, JMF Underground provides critical repair, maintenance, and installation services for underground electrical and natural gas infrastructure. JMF offers a comprehensive suite of services including horizontal directional drilling, boring engineering and design, soft excavation and core boring, trenching, excavation, and high-density polyethylene fusion services, with a specialty focus in large, hard rock drilling offerings that are offered throughout the Eastern United States. For more information, please visit www.jmfunderground.com.

About Delphi Infrastructure Group
Headquartered in Columbus, OH, Delphi Infrastructure Group (DIG) is a portfolio of companies providing repair, replacement, and maintenance services for utility customers across the gas, electrical, telecommunications, and water end markets. DIG currently encompasses the Precision Pipeline, SabCon Underground, and Allegheny Contracting operating brands. DIG offers horizontal directional drilling, excavation, hot tapping, stoppling, coating, hydrovac operations, utility locating and verification, GPS mapping, and other underground solutions throughout the Eastern United States. For more information, please visit www.digdelphi.com.

About MPE Partners
MPE Partners (“MPE” or “Morgenthaler Private Equity”) seeks to be the preferred partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. Based in Cleveland, OH, and Boston, MA, MPE invests in profitable, lower middle market companies with EBITDA between $8 million and $40 million. MPE has two primary target investment areas: high-value manufacturing and commercial & industrial services. For more information, please visit www.mpepartners.com.

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STORA ENSO OYJ INSIDE INFORMATION 18 June 2025 at 19:00 EEST

HELSINKI, Finland, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As part of its stronger focus on renewable packaging, Stora Enso is initiating a strategic review of its Swedish forest assets. The review includes assessing a potential separation and public listing of the forest assets through a partial demerger. The initiative aims to further increase business focus, streamline operations, and fully unlock the value of both the forest assets and Stora Enso’s core packaging business.

As part of this review, Stora Enso will explore various options, including a potential separation and listing of the forest business through a partial demerger into a new company that would be wholly owned by all Stora Enso shareholders. This move aims to establish two robust and independent entities, each with heightened focus and strategic agility. Stora Enso would continue to lead in renewable packaging, with strong market positions and more flexible, integrated, and cost-competitive production. Meanwhile, the Swedish forest business would emerge as Europe’s largest listed pure forest company, owning a unique class of assets with anticipated long-term value appreciation and potential for significant new revenue streams.

Following the recent agreement to divest approximately 175,000 hectares of Swedish forestland for an enterprise value of EUR 900 million, in line with book value, Stora Enso retains ownership of over 1.2 million hectares (1.0 million hectares of productive forestland) in Sweden, with a fair value of approximately EUR 5.8 billion as of 31 March 2025. While these assets are integral to Stora Enso’s wood supply chain, they possess a distinct operational, financial, and strategic profile.

“Our Swedish forest assets exemplify excellence in sustainable forestry operations and environmental stewardship,” stated Hans Sohlström, President and CEO of Stora Enso. “Initiating this strategic review underscores our commitment to maximising shareholder value while ensuring alignment with our long-term strategic objectives. By evaluating various strategic options, we aim to enhance business focus, reduce complexity, and unlock the full potential of both our forest and industrial assets.”

Stora Enso plans to provide an update on the strategic review by the end of 2025. All changes are subject to co-determination negotiations and other potential legal procedures in all impacted countries.

Webcast on Thursday 19 June 2025
Stora Enso will organise a webcast regarding the strategic review on Thursday 19 June at 11.00 EEST / 10.00 CEST. The webcast will be held in English, and it can be accessed at https://stora-enso-call-june-2025.open-exchange.net/. More information is available on storaenso.com/investors.

The forest is at the heart of Stora Enso, and we believe that everything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. We are the leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials, and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. In 2024, Stora Enso had approximately 19,000 employees, and the Group sales were EUR 9 billion. Stora Enso’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Oy (STEAV, STERV) and Nasdaq Stockholm AB (STE A, STE R). In addition, the shares are traded in the USA OTC Markets (OTCQX) as ADRs and ordinary shares (SEOAY, SEOFF, SEOJF). storaenso.com

STORA ENSO OYJ

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For further information, please contact:
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SVP Corporate Communications
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Fourth annual report highlights industry-leading achievements and milestones

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Arevon Energy, Inc., a leading American energy developer, owner, and operator, has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting a year of meaningful progress in environmental performance, health and safety, and corporate governance. 

“At Arevon, sustainability isn’t a side initiative — it’s the foundation of how we build, operate, and lead,” said Kevin Smith, Chief Executive Officer at Arevon. “In 2024, we grew our renewable energy portfolio while redefining what responsible growth looks like. We scaled domestic energy generation, strengthened our ties with communities, advanced circular practices like solar panel recycling, and deepened our commitment to a diverse, inclusive, future-ready workforce. These achievements reflect more than progress — they reflect our unwavering focus on long-term impacts: for people, the planet, and the resilience of our energy future.”

Our 2024 Sustainability Report underlines a year of strong performance, innovation, and industry recognition across climate, culture, and governance. 

Arevon was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 2 globally in GRESB’s Renewable Energy Benchmark, and received multiple national awards for workplace culture; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) leadership; and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, including recognition from Energage as a Top Workplace and DE&I Practices Winner. 

Operationally, Arevon generated 6.5 million megawatt-hours of renewable electricity in 2024, avoiding 4.6 million metric tons of CO₂, while expanding its operating portfolio to 4.5 gigawatts and securing $2.4 billion in new project financing.

Arevon further embedded ESG practices across its planning, procurement, and operations divisions. As a result, the company recycled more than 11,800 solar panels, diverting more than 600,000 pounds of waste. 

On the people front, the percentage of women in leadership positions increased from 25% to 35%. Arevon also launched new mentorship and tuition reimbursement programs for its employees and its health and safety program made significant strides with new initiatives, training, and emergency preparedness programs, ensuring a safer, more prepared workforce. Notably, Arevon earned silver certification in the Solar Energy Industries Association’s (SEIA) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) Program, recognizing its ongoing commitment to and success in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Additionally, Arevon contributed more than $57 million in economic benefits, which includes state taxes, local jurisdiction taxes, payments to landowners, and charitable contributions.

Governance advances included a new vendor platform for ESG tracking, strengthened ethics and compliance policies across the organization, and the establishment of a Finance Center of Excellence to drive transparency and cost efficiency. 

Arevon’s full 2024 Sustainability Report is available here. 

About Arevon Energy, Inc.
Arevon is a U.S. energy leader committed to powering America with affordable, reliable, and secure homegrown energy. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, and with a regional office in New York City, the company’s experienced and dedicated staff develops, finances, builds, owns, and operates renewable energy projects nationwide. With a strong track record in utility-scale solar and energy storage, Arevon is a trusted partner to utilities and businesses seeking cost-effective, sustainable energy solutions. By prioritizing American manufacturing and domestic energy production, the company invests in U.S. jobs, strengthens local economies, and advances the country’s energy independence. 

Arevon owns and operates more than 4.5 gigawatts (GW) of solar and energy storage projects across 17 states, representing more than $9.3 billion in capital investment, and is constructing an additional 1.9 GW of new capacity. The company also partnered with local utilities to develop and build 480 megawatts of solar energy, ensuring each project was successfully integrated into their communities. Over the past 18 months, Arevon has completed more than $3.8 billion in project financings. With a 6 GW development portfolio and continued investment in new projects, Arevon is solidifying its role as a leader in powering an American energy future. For more information, visit arevonenergy.com. 

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The agreement brings Circular Services’ leading recycling operations to North Carolina, supporting Mecklenburg County’s efforts to modernize its recycling infrastructure and advance material recovery.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Circular Services, a leading developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure in the United States, announced it has been selected by Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to serve as their recycling processing and operations partner. Circular Services will take over operations of the County’s two Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs), supporting the region’s growing need for modernized recycling infrastructure and advancing local efforts to recover valuable materials at scale.

Starting June 2025, Circular Services will operate the County’s 48,510 sq. ft. MRF at 7833 Pence Road under a five-year agreement with two one-year extensions. Initially, the facility will serve in an interim capacity to process residential single-stream recyclable materials while the County undertakes a major retrofit of its flagship Metrolina MRF on Amble Drive.

Once the retrofit is complete, expected in mid-2026, Circular Services will transition residential single-stream processing to the upgraded Metrolina MRF and repurpose the Pence Road facility as a construction and demolition (C&D) recycling facility—optimized to meet the region’s growing demand for industrial material recovery. Circular Services will operate the Metrolina MRF under a separate five-year agreement with two one-year extensions.

The partnership was formally celebrated at a ribbon-cutting event held on June 17, where leaders from Mecklenburg County and Circular Services gathered at the Pence Road MRF to mark the start of this new collaboration. The event underscored both parties’ shared commitment to building local recycling capacity and investing in long-term solutions for material recovery. Speakers included Ebenezer Gujjarlapudi, Director of the Land Use & Environmental Services Agency (LUESA); Elaine Powell, Commissioner for District 1 & Chair of Environmental Stewardship Committee; Jeff Smithberger, Director of Solid Waste; and Ron Gonen, CEO of Circular Services.

“This partnership reflects Mecklenburg County’s forward-thinking commitment to strengthening local recycling infrastructure,” said Gonen. “We are proud to bring our operational expertise to North Carolina and support the County’s efforts to maximize recovery, reduce landfill disposal costs, and build a more circular local economy.”

“[The new Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)] is a picture of the County’s ongoing investment in environmental stewardship, sustainability and innovation,” said Gujjarlapudi during his remarks. “Recycling in Mecklenburg County is not optional, it is essential.”

Mecklenburg County expects to deliver over 6,000 tons of residential single-stream material to the Pence Road facility each month. Circular Services will manage the processing and marketing of these materials, as well as the maintenance and upkeep of the facilities. The company anticipates hiring 35 full-time employees to support the site’s operations, not including County staff.

The MRF at Pence Road features a BHS processing system engineered for flexibility, enabling a smooth future transition from residential recycling to industrial and C&D material processing. The facility is located just a few hundred yards from the County’s Hickory Grove Recycling Center, ensuring continued accessibility and convenience for residents.

This agreement further expands Circular Services’ national footprint, aligning with the company’s mission to build resilient, regional infrastructure that keeps valuable materials in circulation, eliminates landfill disposal costs, and supports local economic growth.

About Circular Services:

Circular Services is a leading developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure and services in the United States. With 27 operating locations, Circular Services provides holistic materials management services to municipalities and businesses across the country, keeping valuable materials in circulation and minimizing the cost and environmental impact of landfills. www.circularservices.com

Media Contact:
Alexandra Gyarfas
Circular Services
512-472-3355
alex.gyarfas@circularservices.com

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Recognising the Changemakers Driving Sustainable Business Forward

LONDON, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BizClik, the global B2B digital media and events company, is proud to announce the finalists for the Global Sustainability Awards 2025, taking place on 10 September at the iconic 8 Northumberland Avenue, London.

The 2025 edition of the awards forms a core part of the Sustainability LIVE portfolio. They spotlight individuals and organisations delivering measurable, meaningful progress in ESG, climate tech, supply chain, and sustainable innovation.

This year, over 300 nominations were submitted across 18 categories, with entries reviewed by a panel of leading sustainability experts from Google, Virgin, RELX, UCL, Carlsberg, Merck Life Science, and others.

The result is a powerful shortlist of finalists from across the globe, each pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks for responsible business. Finalists include Evri, ANS Group, DP World, Scala Data Centers, HH Global, Aston Martin, Princess Polly, and others.

View the full list of finalists here.

From AI innovation and inclusive leadership to net-zero strategies and transformative partnerships, this year’s finalists represent the future of sustainable enterprise. Their achievements will be honoured at a black-tie awards ceremony, welcoming 1,000+ business leaders, innovators, and ESG pioneers for an evening of recognition, networking, and inspiration.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship offers direct access to C-level executives, enhanced brand visibility across Sustainability Magazine and BizClik platforms, and alignment with global sustainability excellence.

Explore tailored Headline and Category Sponsorship opportunities to position your brand at the heart of the conversation.

About BizClik

BizClik is a global B2B digital media and events company producing sector-specific content across technology, sustainability, procurement, fintech, and AI. Through digital magazines, websites, newsletters, webinars, and live events, we connect enterprise leaders with executive audiences to enable strategic business engagement.

For more information, visit: www.bizclikmedia.com

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• Strategic raw material agreement supports the plan to triple eco-friendly steel tire cord sales by 2027
• Expands sustainable product portfolio to align with global tire manufacturers’ low-carbon sourcing goals

SEOUL, South Korea, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Tata Steel (Thailand) on June 18th for the procurement of lower-carbon steel wire materials.

Under the agreement, HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS will secure a reliable supply of low-emission steel wire materials required for the production of steel tire cord. Tata Steel (Thailand), a subsidiary of India’s Tata Group, uses electric arc furnace (EAF) technology to produce steel from recycled scrap metal. Compared to traditional blast furnace operations, EAF production achieves significantly higher energy efficiency and reduces carbon emissions by approximately 60%. By utilizing these materials as raw inputs, HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS can produce and supply eco-friendly steel tire cords with significantly reduced carbon footprints.

Given their higher margins compared to traditional steel products, eco-friendly steel tire cords are expected to strengthen the profitability and competitiveness of HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS’ steel tire cord operations. 

“We are pleased to formalize this agreement, which ensures long-term access to environmentally responsible steel,” said Nak Yang Seong, CEO of HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS. “This aligns with our strategy to support global tire makers in their shift toward sustainable materials.”

Steel tire cords produced by HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS are crucial reinforcement materials that enhance tire durability and maintain shape stability. The importance of high-strength steel cords is growing alongside the expanding electric vehicle tire market. Furthermore, as demand for sustainable raw materials grows across developed markets, particularly in Europe, sales of eco-friendly steel tire cords are steadily rising. HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS aims to expand the sales share of its eco-friendly steel tire cord products from 5% in 2025 to 15% in 2027.

HS HYOSUNG ADVANCED MATERIALS’ commitment to sustainability management was recognized last October when the company received the Platinum Medal from EcoVadis — the highest distinction awarded to the top 1% of over 130,000 companies across 180+ countries by the global supply chain ESG ratings provider. In December, the company was also added to the Dow Jones Sustainable Management Index (DJSI) Korea for the second consecutive year, one of global leading ESG benchmarks.

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FOOTBALL COMES TO SWITZERLAND THIS SUMMER WITH THE UEFA WOMEN’S EURO 2025™. HUBLOT, THE FIRST WATCH IN FOOTBALL, WILL TIME EVERY MINUTE AS THE TOURNAMENT’S OFFICIAL TIMEKEEPER

NYON, Switzerland, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Two weeks to go! The UEFA Women’s EURO 2025™ begins on Wednesday July 2 and Hublot will be there to time every minute. The festival of football will be contested by 16 teams across eight venues in Hublot’s home country of Switzerland. As the first luxury Swiss watch in football, Hublot will serve as the tournament’s Official Timekeeper, reprising its role from when the event was held in England three years ago.

Hublot will be highly visible throughout the tournament, with on-screen graphics for television audiences, and of course, by providing the iconic pitch-side Big Bang Fourth Official’s Board to announce substitutions and added time. The famous Hublot black-and-white logo will pop up on the LED screens that surround the pitch during matches and on giant screens at host stadia, too.

Match-day officials will wear the Hublot Big Bang e Gen3 connected watch, a state-of-the-art smartwatch created exclusively for referees and their assistants. The watch is equipped with features designed to enhance the officials’ performance, including monitoring yellow cards and added time at the end of a game.

Meanwhile, many players, coaches and pundits will also be clocked during the tournament sporting watches from the Hublot collection, among them the bright, colorful, innovative novelties introduced at April’s Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Big Bang, Hublot’s game-changing luxury sports watch.

Hublot is also delighted to announce that two greats of the women’s game will take to the field this summer as Hublot Friends of the Brand. The innovative luxury Swiss watchmaker is proud to work with Norway’s legendary Ada Hegerberg, Friend of the Brand since 2019, the first winner of the Ballon d’Or Féminin (awarded to the world’s best female footballer) and all-time highest goalscorer in history of the UEFA Women’s Champions League™.

And this year, Hublot is excited to welcome into the Hublot family of elite athletes the Spanish superstar Aitana Bonmatí. At just 27, Aitana is widely considered to be one of the greatest footballers ever to grace the game. During her dynamic career, the FC Barcelona Féminin midfielder has won countless club trophies and individual awards, including the Ballon d’Or for two consecutive years, in 2023 and 2024. She helped turn Spain’s national side into a world-beating force. She was also named the winner of the Golden Ball as the best player of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, driving Spain to their first FIFA World Cup™ win in front of record crowds. She takes Spain into this summer’s tournament as favorites to lift the trophy.

Both Ada and Aitana will be modeling pieces from the bright, colorful Big Bang One Click Joyful collection in Hublot’s summer campaign celebrating the tournament. Ada will wear the One Click Joyful Steel Pink, a 33mm steel piece on a white and pink-lined rubber strap that has 36 pink sapphires set into the bezel; Aitana will wear the One Click Joyful Steel Orange, a version of the same watch but on a white and orange-lined rubber strap with 36 orange sapphires set into the bezel.

Hublot has a long history in the game of football. In 2006, it became the first luxury Swiss watch company to invest in the world’s most popular sport when it entered into a partnership with the Swiss national team. That quickly blossomed into a deeper relationship with the sport as Hublot became the Official Watch for UEFA Euro 2008™ and then in 2010 became the Official Timekeeper of the FIFA World Cup™.

Hublot has timed every major international men’s football tournament since, adding UEFA competitions such as the UEFA Champions League™ and the English Premier League™, the most-watched sports league in the world. In 2023, Hublot showed its commitment to developing the women’s game by becoming the Official Timekeeper of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand™. Hublot also counts stars of the game including FIFA World Cup™ winner Kylian Mbappé among its ambassadors.

UEFA Women’s EURO 2025™ begins on July 2, by hosts Switzerland as they go up against two-time winners Norway in Basel. All 31 tournament fixtures will run on Hublot time, including the final in Basel on Sunday July 27.

“As the first luxury Swiss watch in football, it’s with a heady mix of pride and excitement that Hublot takes on the role of Official Timekeeper at UEFA Women’s EURO 2025™. Summer football tournaments are always a joy, but this one feels special. Why? Partly because it’s hosted here in our home country of Switzerland, and partly because we’re so thrilled to be working with two of the greatest players ever to the grace the beautiful game of football in Ada and Aitana, who we welcome into the Hublot family with enormous gratitude. There is so much we can do together to promote not just the women’s game, but also to achieve great things off the pitch. The fusion of Hublot and football has huge power and together we can reach new heights, making a positive, lasting impact on people’s lives all over the world. On behalf of everyone here at Hublot, it’s my pleasure to wish the players, coaches and fans of all 16 countries taking part the very best of luck this summer. We look forward to hosting you in beautiful Switzerland and we can’t wait to set the clock running on the tournament. Here’s to a summer festival of fantastic football!” stated Julien Tornare, Hublot CEO.

HUBLOT

In 1980 and for the first time, a watch dared to put a gold case on a rubber strap, turning the luxury watch world upside down in the process. Named for the porthole-shaped bezel with its exposed screws, Hublot was born and with it, the Art of Fusion.

In 2005 the brand took this exercise in creative thinking to a new level with the Big Bang and its iconic design, size and layered construction case. That same year, Hublot received the Best Design award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. Since then, spurred by this revolutionary mindset, the Big Bang has never stopped reinventing itself. The twenty-first century has its first watch Icon.

The concept of fusion is omnipresent, the guiding principle for every collection. Big Bang timepieces reshape the geometries of time; Classic Fusion balances boldness and restraint, while the Exceptional Timepieces overwrite expectations to create unprecedented horological objects. With its disruptive approach of challenging convention, Hublot’s DNA is transcribed in the Unico, Meca-10 and tourbillon in-house movements, to add another tier of meaning to the Art of Fusion.

Alchemy is ingrained into Hublot and not just at La Manufacture. Magic can take place on a football pitch, producing partnerships with major events (UEFA Champions League and UEFA Euro^TM). Sometimes it happens at a concert, a basketball match, an artistic performance or at a unique gastronomic experience with Hublot’s family of starred Chefs. And so, the Hublot Vibes come to life, through shared moments of exaltation amongst the Hublotistas, its very own community of proud Hublot owners. The Art of Fusion goes beyond the tangible. It is a way of being, the Hublot way of life.

BIG BANG 20TH ANNIVERSARY – A CELEBRATION OF THE BIG BANG REVOLUTIONARY MINDSET

In 2005 the Big Bang marked the advent of a new era in watchmaking, more closely attuned than ever to the privileges of its name. Few timepieces have transformed contemporary watchmaking like the Big Bang. Twenty years after its launch, it remains the incarnation of a Manufacture that constantly pushes the boundaries of the unknown. Through exclusive materials and in-house movements, led by the Unico and the Meca-10, the Big Bang breaks with tradition —a notion it has never completely embraced. Singular for its bold aesthetic, plural for its versatility, this is the Big Bang.

Hublot Loves Football Timeline

2006 I Sponsor of the Swiss National Football Team, the first time a luxury brand entered into a partnership in football

2008 I Official Watch for UEFA EURO in Austria and Switzerland

2008 I Official Timekeeper for Manchester United FC

2010 | Official Timekeeper for FIFA World Cup™ in South Africa

2011 I Official Timekeeper for AFC Ajax Amsterdam

2012 I Official Watch for UEFA EURO in Poland and Ukraine

2012 I Official Timekeeper for Juventus FC

2012 I Official Timekeeper for FC Bayern Munich

2013 I Official Timekeeper for Paris Saint-Germain FC

2014 I Official Timekeeper for FIFA World Cup™ in Brazil

2015 I Official Timekeeper for FIFA Women’s World Cup™ in Canada

2015 I Official Timekeeper for Chelsea FC

2015 I Official Watch for UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League

2016 I Official Watch for UEFA EURO in France

2018 I Official Timekeeper for FIFA World Cup™ in Russia

2019 I Official Watch for UEFA Women’s Champions League

2019 I Official Watch for UEFA Nations League Finals

2019 I Official Timekeeper for FIFA Women’s World Cup™ in France

2020 I Official Timekeeper for Premier League

2021 I Official Watch for UEFA EURO in Europe

2022 I Official Watch for UEFA Women’s EURO in England

2022 I Official Timekeeper for FIFA World Cup™ in Qatar

2023 I Official Timekeeper for FIFA Women’s World Cup™ in Australia and New Zealand

2024 I Official Watch for UEFA EURO 2024™ in Germany

2025 I Official Watch for UEFA Women’s EURO in Switzerland

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A global initiative turns climate science into conversation

PRINCETON, N.J., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On Friday, June 21, meteorologists, journalists, scientists, content creators, and communities across the globe will join Show Your Stripes Day. This growing global initiative aims to raise awareness about human-caused climate change through a striking visual language: the Warming Stripes.

At the heart of this campaign is a simple, powerful graphic: each stripe represents a year, with blue tones for cooler-than-average years and red for warmer ones. These data-driven visuals, developed by climate scientist Ed Hawkins, transform more than a century of temperature records into a compelling snapshot of our warming world.

The stripes don’t just show global warming. They localize it. Participants can explore how average temperatures have changed in their own cities, states, or countries, helping to spark public engagement and climate dialogue rooted in lived experience. This year’s effort is led by Climate Central, with support from VoLo Foundation, a nonprofit committed to accelerating science-based climate solutions.

Why It Matters
“VoLo Foundation Co-Founder and Trustee Thais Lopez Vogel underscores the importance of data in driving action: “Global warming isn’t just an opinion. It’s a fact. Data moves us from debate to action. Here’s how temperatures are rising where you live.”

“The more people understand the rising harms of our changing climate to the people, places, and things they love, the more they will move toward action,” emphasized Bernadette Woods Placky, VP of Engagement, Climate Matters Director, and Chief Meteorologist at Climate Central.

How to #ShowYourStripes:

• Download Your Stripes: Get the global image at showyourstripes.info  or go to  Climate Central’s interactive platform to generate a free graphic for your city, state, or country.
• Show Off Your Stripes: Share the graphic on social media, set it as your profile picture, post it in group chats, or drop it in your workplace Slack or Teams.
• Tag and Amplify: Use the hashtag #ShowYourStripes and tag @ClimateCentral to spread the word.
• Tell the Story: Share why you’re showing your stripes. Personal stories can turn data into action.

These graphics, grounded in the latest science, also highlight the link between rising global temperatures and extreme weather events such as heat waves, hurricanes, droughts, and wildfires.

By participating in #ShowYourStripes, individuals and institutions help make climate change visible, local, and urgent, one conversation at a time.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
VoLo Foundation
Carlos Roa, Senior Press and PR Director
📧 croa@volofoundation.org
🌐 www.volofoundation.org

Climate Central
Shel Winkley, Weather & Climate Engagement Specialist
📧 swinkley@climatecentral.org

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LONDON, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The mobile industry’s operational emissions fell by 8% between 2019 and 2023, even as mobile connections grew by 9% and data traffic quadrupled, according to the GSMA’s fifth annual Mobile Net Zero report released today.

The mobile industry has successfully started to decouple emissions from data and connectivity growth – a stark contrast to global emissions, which have increased 4% since 2019.

However, to continue progress and keep net zero by 2050 on track, emissions must fall by 7.5% annually until 2030 – more than twice the average annual rate to date.

Key findings include:

• Preliminary 2024 data suggests a further 4.5% drop in emissions – an acceleration on previous years, but still short of the 7.5% annual reduction needed to 2030.
• 37% of electricity used by operators disclosing to CDP came from renewables in 2023 – avoiding 16 million tonnes of emissions.
• 81 mobile operators (covering nearly half of global connections) have set or committed to science-based targets.
• Europe (-56%), NA (-44%), and LatAm (-36%) lead in operational emissions reductions between 2019 and 2023.
• New analysis of China shows operational emissions fell by 4% in 2024 – the first recorded decline.

The acceleration in decarbonisation is driven by operator actions to improve network energy efficiency and transition to clean energy, including solar and battery storage, while reducing reliance on diesel generators.

Encouraging new analysis was published today to frame discussions at MWC25 Shanghai in China – where there are more than one billion 5G connections. Preliminary 2024 data shows a 4% operational emissions reduction year-on-year driven by a more than quadrupling in renewable energy use by operators. As the industry’s largest single market, China’s progress is instrumental in achieving global net zero targets.

Steven Moore, Head of Climate Action at the GSMA, comments: “Our findings show the mobile industry isn’t greenwashing or greenwishing – it’s green acting. Emissions are trending in the right direction, but the pace of progress must now double. 

“This is a global effort, and it’s encouraging to see momentum building across every region – from Latin America to Europe and especially to China.

“But to sustain this progress, we need broader support: better access to renewables, more policy certainty, and stronger collaboration across the ecosystem. Climate transition plans will play an increasingly important role in navigating what comes next.”

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