Innovative SMR Applies for 'Standard Design Approval' from Nuclear Safety Commission... 'Entering the Full Regulatory Process'
An innovative small modular reactor (i-SMR) being developed in South Korea has submitted an application for standard design approval, marking a significant step in its regulatory process.
Ligga Telecom, created after the privatization of Copel, begins the sale process
Ligga Telecom has initiated the sale of the company for R$ 495 million, with Brasil Tecpar as the potential buyer assuming R$ 1.2 billion in debts pending regulatory approval.
Elkjøp buys Eplehuset
Elkjøp Nordic has purchased Eplehuset, a chain of 25 stores in Norway, pending regulatory approval.
Safra Fund buys former Odebrecht headquarters, now Pinheiros One
The JS Renda Imobiliária fund, managed by Banco Safra, has acquired the former Odebrecht building in São Paulo, subject to regulatory approval.
Virši-A plans to lease 19 Naftimpeks fuel stations in the long term
Virši-A intends to lease 19 fuel stations from Naftimpeks, with the aim of rebranding them and expanding its service network in Latvia after receiving regulatory approval.
Oando to raise N220.79bn via rights issue
Oando Plc plans to raise approximately N220.79 billion through a rights issue of new shares, pending regulatory approval.
Anvisa says it will comment in the coming weeks on the registration of two competitors to Ozempic
Anvisa, Brazil's health regulatory agency, is expected to make a decision in the coming weeks regarding the approval of two competitors to Ozempic and Wegovy, as the substance semaglutide loses its patent.
Gol to have the world's longest flight with a 737 Max, between Asunción and Miami
Gol has announced a new non-stop international route between Asunción, Paraguay, and Miami, USA, set to launch in June 2026, pending regulatory approval.
BTG Pactual announces acquisition of up to 48% of the fintech meutudo
BTG Pactual is set to acquire up to 48% of the fintech meutudo, a company that facilitates online credit services in Brazil, subject to regulatory approval.
Foot and Mouth Fever: Revealing Details on How Senasa Stopped a Vaccine from Brazil
A public information request revealed the complex bureaucratic and regulatory landscape around the attempt to approve a new foot-and-mouth vaccine in Argentina.
SNCF Réseau wants to offer discounts on tolls to TGV operators that stop in small stations
SNCF Réseau is planning to provide toll discounts to TGV operators who make stops at smaller train stations in France, pending approval from the transport regulatory authority.
A Rule for Unregulated Lobbying
The recent approval of a regulatory framework for lobbying in Italy marks a significant shift towards transparency in a largely unregulated sector.
Annual Frequency Reserve Market: Costs Remained Close to Predictions
In Estonia, the total cost of frequency reserve readiness reached 74 million euros last year, aligning closely with the forecasts of system managers, and the cost was covered exceptionally from excess revenue without directly impacting consumer electricity bills.
Ørsted will sell all its land windmills in Europe
The Danish energy company Ørsted is focusing on building and operating offshore wind farms and has announced a deal to sell its entire European onshore wind business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for 10.7 billion kroner, pending regulatory approval expected in the second quarter of the year.
The arrival of S-market in Lappeenranta has progressed, despite opposition from Tukes
The construction of a new grocery store in Lappeenranta has received municipal approval despite regulatory opposition over safety concerns.
Autonomous Driving: Chauffeured through the City
Mercedes-Benz's new CLA can drive autonomously, pending regulatory approval, as demonstrated in San Francisco.
Repsol awaits the US approval to resume oil exports from Venezuela
Repsol is pending US authorization to restart oil exports from Venezuela following a suspension in March due to regulatory changes.
Citigroup Approves Sale of Russian Operations, Flagging $1.2Bln Loss
Citigroup has approved the sale of its Russian operations, anticipating a $1.1 billion loss, with the sale expected to close in the first half of 2026 pending regulatory approval.
MidEuropa acquires Optika Anda, plans expansion in the region
MidEuropa, a private equity firm focused on Central Europe, has announced the acquisition of Optika Anda, leading Croatian optics chain, with plans for regional expansion following regulatory approval expected by mid-2026.
The Government defends the strategy of governing without Parliament next year
The new government spokesperson, Elma Saiz, confirmed that the Pedro Sánchez government plans to implement legislative measures next year without the need for parliamentary approval, focusing on regulatory changes instead of laws.