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Cellcentric’s new production facility moves start-up closer to mass producing hydrogen fuel cells
In a significant step towards sustainable heavy-duty transportation, French start-up Cellcentric has inaugurated a pilot production facility for fuel cell systems in Esslingen, Germany. This move brings the company closer to its goal of large-scale production of hydrogen fuel cells for long-haul trucks by the end of the decade.
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TotalEnergies and SSE partner to create source, a new player in EV charging in the UK & Ireland
TotalEnergies and SSE have signed a binding agreement to form a joint venture named Source, aimed at establishing a significant presence in the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure market in the UK and Ireland. The new company plans to deploy up to 3,000 high-power charge points to meet the increasing ...
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Hyliko gives sneak peak of French hydrogen centre of excellence ahead of official opening
Hyliko recently opened the doors to its hydrogen centre of excellence for HGVs to experts from the industry for a tour of the facility, which is located in Villabé, 30km south of Paris, and due to officially open in September.
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FedEx launches two-week pilot of Mercedes eActros 300 at its Stoke-on-Trent hub in the UK
Parcel giant FedEx has begun a two-week pilot of an all-electric eActros 300 tractor from Mercedes-Benz Trucks at its hub in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire.
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Daimler Truck officially opens battery technology centre in Mannheim, Germany
https://www.daimlertruck.com/en/newsroom/pressrelease/battery-technology-center-officially-opened-at-the-mercedes-benz-plant-in-mannheim-series-assembly-of-the-next-battery-generation-at-the-site-52770559
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ eActros 600 European testing tour is proving viability of long-haul electric trucking
Two eActros 600 electric trucks are rewriting the rules of long-haul transport, demonstrating that battery-powered freight vehicles are ready for Europe’s diverse landscapes and climates.
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Welch’s Transport unveils new initiative to drive sustainable innovation in freight logistics
New initiative ENROUTE sees Welch’s Transport, the University of Cambridge and tech firm Syselek join forces to redefine the freight and logistics sector through strategic data sharing for eHGVs.
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The ICCT updates global maps as more regions commit to zero emission trucking
The International Council on Clean Transportation shares current global position on zero emission truck phase-in targets
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Lhyfe to supply green hydrogen for France’s first dedicated hydrogen truck centre
Hyliko unveils France’s first dedicated hydrogen truck centre, featuring a refuelling station and maintenance facility.
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Lithuanian transport firm Vlantana expands fleet with gas-powered Volvo trucks
European logistics giant Vlantana, based in the Klaipėda region of Lithuanian, has taken delivery of the first seven trucks in a 65-strong order for new gas-powered Volvo FH trucks. The remaining units are expected to be with the transport operator by September.
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Crowley partners with Terraline for electric truck pilot project
Crowley announced a partnership with Terraline, an autonomous-ready electric truck manufacturer, to lead a pilot project for the EV500 Test Truck. This collaboration will begin in 2024, with Crowley testing Terraline’s trucks and having the option to order the electric trucks for delivery in 2026.
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Iveco and CNR release study on environmental impact of compressed biomethane
Iveco has supported a study by the Institute of Atmospheric Pollution of the Italian National Research Council (CNR) to evaluate the environmental impacts of using compressed biomethane derived from the organic fraction of municipal solid waste (OFMSW). This study compares biomethane with traditional fuels like diesel and compressed natural gas ...
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Cummins receives $75 million grant for zero-emissions manufacturing
Cummins Inc. has been awarded a $75 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to convert 360,000 square feet of its Columbus Engine Plant (CEP) in Indiana for manufacturing zero-emissions components and electric powertrain systems. This grant is part of the funding provided by the Inflation Reduction Act ...
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DAF Trucks appoints Louis Jones as EV & Connected Services Director
DAF Trucks has appointed Louis Jones as the new EV & Connected Services Director. In this role, Jones will lead the development of DAF’s electric vehicle (EV) programme, overseeing sales, aftersales, the dealer network’s EV strategy, and the rollout of charging infrastructure. He will also manage PACCAR Connect, DAF’s connected ...
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E.ON and MAN to build public charging network for electric trucks in Europe
E.ON and MAN Truck & Bus have announced a partnership to establish a public charging network for electric trucks across Europe. The initiative will include approximately 400 charging points at 170 locations, primarily within Germany but also extending to Austria, the UK, Denmark, Italy, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary. ...
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Amplify Cell Technologies breaks ground on Mississippi battery cell factory
Amplify Cell Technologies, the battery joint venture between Accelera, Daimler and Paccar, has began construction on its new battery cell manufacturing plant in Marshall County, Mississippi.
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Volvo spearheads Dawsongroup’s green fleet initiative
Dawsongroup’s EMC and civil sectors business is expanding its fleet with the addition of over 100 new Volvo trucks this year, including seven electric models. This move aims to provide customers with immediate access to zero tailpipe emission heavy goods vehicles.