AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBusiness Insolvencies: Germany saw a sharp jump in corporate bankruptcies in Q2 2026, with 4,996 insolvencies of partnerships and corporations—up 9% quarter-on-quarter and the highest level since 2005—hitting construction, real estate, retail, hospitality and services, and putting about 45,500 jobs at risk. EV Workplace Benefit: Octopus is expanding its UK-style EV salary-sacrifice scheme into Germany, letting employers offer leased electric cars as a workplace perk without paying extra, aiming to cut costs for staff and boost uptake as EV registrations overtake petrol. Cybersecurity for SMEs: Coro teamed up with QBS Software to distribute its AI-native security platform via Prianto across the DACH region, targeting mid-market firms with lean IT teams that want simpler, unified protection. Battery & Infrastructure Deals: Aebi Schmidt won a roughly €10m contract to equip 123 German motorway maintenance vehicles with hydraulic and interchangeable frame systems, with deliveries due by end-2027. Tech & Design Awards: UREVO’s AI-powered wireless recovery boots won a Red Dot Award in Essen, adding to its recent design accolades.
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