Digital transformation investment generated 20pct improvement in Romania’s DESI ranking (official)
Investments in digital transformation conducted by Romania are translating into progress on the public services component and in the Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) ranking, which witnessed an improvement of over 20% in the 2024 relevant report, chairman…
Sibiu International Theatre Festival to feature over 840 events and 5,000 artists from 82 countries
The 32nd edition of the Sibiu International Theatre Festival (FITS) begins on Friday, bringing together over 5,000 artists from 82 countries, who will present a total of 841 events, according to a press release from the organisers. The events will…
AI plus X-ray scanning system for battery detection in electronic waste
GreenGroup, through its GreenWEEE branch in Buzau County, which specialises in the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), has unveiled for the first time the results of the European project GRINNER, an advanced system that uses artificial intelligence…
COMOTI Research Institute contributes Mechanical Ground Support Equipment to ESA’s Proba-3 mission
The Romanian Research & Development Institute for Gas Turbines COMOTI designed and delivered ground handling equipment for two satellites as part of the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission, informs the National Research Authority. “COMOTI – Romanian Research & Development…
Dragomiresti to host NATO Ammunition Centre of Excellence for entire Europe, minister says
Economy Minister Bogdan Ivan, while on a visit to Dambovita County on Tuesday, said that Dragomiresti will host the NATO Ammunition Centre of Excellence for the whole of Europe, underlining the importance of such a strategic investment. ‘The most important…
Ministry of Education updates information on high school admission for Romanians everywhere
Bucharest, June 16 /Agerpres/ – Romanians everywhere can submit online application forms for admission to state high school education in Romania for the 2025-2026 school year between July 10 and 17, the Ministry of Education and Research informs on Monday….
Romanians’ demand for investment gold on the rise
Against the backdrop of the current economic and geopolitical turmoil, increasingly more Romanians are choosing gold as a form of capital protection, Rafinor – a company specializing in the trading and refining of gold and silver, said in a release….
Romanian Red Cross: Over 1,900 people trained to offer psychological first aid in crisis situations
The Romanian Red Cross on Wednesday informed the development of a national network of over 1,900 people trained to provide immediate psychological support in emergencies – from natural disasters to forced migrations and armed conflicts. According to a press release…
Oradea – pilot-city in implementing EU-funded climate adaptation solutions to combat urban heat waves
The municipality of Oradea plans to implement, for the first time in Romania, in the next five years, a series of local climate adaptation solutions to combat urban heat waves, through a project financed by the European Commission. According to…
Romanian Smart City Association becomes Fira Barcelona strategic partner
The Romanian Smart City Association (ARSC) has signed a strategic partnership with Fira Barcelona, the organizer of the Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) and Tomorrow Mobility World Congress (TMWC), the most important international platforms dedicated to urban transformation, sustainable…
European energy market is single just on paper, cross-border connectivity infrastructure needed (minister)
The European energy market needs cross-border connectivity infrastructure – border-crossing ‘wires’ to carry free-flowing energy so that prices in member states are truly similar, Energy Minister Sebastian Burduja said on Tuesday. ‘Why is the day-ahead electricity spot price 84 euros…
Three Romania-made military drones unveiled at SEESOF 2025
Cuda, Sirin and a marine drone are three types of Romanian military UAVs which are set to enter production this year at CARFIL Brasov, a subsidiary of the National Company ROMARM. They were unveiled at the Southeast Europe Special Operations…
