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UK allocates over £2 billion to 11 green hydrogen projects in landmark auction
In a move towards bolstering green hydrogen initiatives, the UK government has earmarked more than £2 billion ($2.53 billion) in subsidies for 11 projects spread across England, Wales, and Scotland.
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Hexagon Purus collaborates with Ford Trucks for hydrogen fuel storage system in prototype
Hexagon Purus has entered into a partnership with Ford Trucks to supply a comprehensive hydrogen fuel storage system for the development of a hydrogen-powered truck prototype.
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Symbio inaugurates “SymphonHY” Gigafactory in Lyon, France producing 16,000 hydrogen fuel cells annually
French fuel-cell manufacturer Symbio celebrated the official opening of its SymphonHY gigafactory in Lyon, France, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to produce 16,000 hydrogen fuel cells each year.
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Electric truck with H2 range extender successfully completes tests
In Germany, the Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University has reported successful test results for its prototype electric truck featuring a hydrogen fuel cell range extender.
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Quantron and Hylane collaborate with the launch of new hydrogen fuel cell five-tonner
Quantron is continuing its collaboration with Hylane, launching a new 5.0t hydrogen fuel cell powered truck for the the German market.
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Scania’s new biogas engines offer 5% fuel savings for long-haul operations
Scania has introduced a new line of biogas engines that not only promise a 5% reduction in fuel consumption but also cater to the demands of long-haul operations.
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BJS Haulage starts electric truck trial in collaboration with Renault Truck Commercials and Vertellus
BJS Haulage has commenced a trial to assess the viability of electric vehicles within its operations, employing a 19-tonne Renault Trucks E-Tech D Wide. Facilitated by Renault Truck Commercials and Vertellus, the commercial vehicle contract hire company, the electric truck will operate from BJS Haulage’s West Midlands Hub at Steelpark ...
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Designwerk introduces megawatt charging container for commercial vehicles
Designwerk Technologies AG has unveiled a new addition to its portfolio, the “Mega Charger,” a fast charging station in the form of a container designed for commercial vehicles.
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Germany introduces CO2 toll surcharge to drive decarbonisation shift
Germany has tightened its measures to reduce carbon emissions from trucks with the introduction of a new truck toll CO2 surchage on the the federal highways expected to generate over €30bn in increased tolls.
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Lion Electric announces 10% workforce cut in bid to slash costs
Lion Electric, a Canadian-based electric bus and truck manufacturer, has announced a cost-cutting programme removing 150 jobs from the business in a bid to accelerate the company’s shift to profitability.
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Green Finance Institute publishes report to accelerate the shift to net zero trucks
A recent report from the Green Finance Institute calls for immediate measures to electrify HGVs in the UK.
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Motor Transport Decarbonisation Summit 2023 study visit to Tyseley Energy Park
Delegates to this year’s Motor Transport Decarbonisation Summit, sponsored by bp, Optimize and Scania, had the opportunity to join a study tour at the Tyseley Energy Park on the day before the main Summit to get under the skin of some of the latest industry developments.
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Circle K expands Swedish electric truck charging network with 16 new points
Circle K has added 16 heavy-duty vehicle Charging points to its network in Sweden, further enhancing the country’s electric truck charging infrastructure. Located in Hudiksvall, Mantorp, Malmö, Spillepengen, and Bollebygd, these charging stations contribute to Circle K’s growing network of truck charging hubs strategically positioned along key transit routes.
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Scania implements green purchasing requirements to drive supply chain decarbonisation
Scania it is taking a significant step to decarbonise its supply chain with announcement of mandatory purchasing requirements.
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Renault Trucks starts production of E-Tech T & C electric trucks at its Bourg-en-Bresse factory
Renault Trucks has commenced series production of its heavy-duty electric trucks, the Renault Trucks E-Tech T and C, at it Bourg-en-Bresse factory
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Milence establishes truck charging hub at key European ports
Milence, a collaborative venture involving Daimler Truck, Volvo Group, and Traton, has been selected by the Port of Antwerp-Bruges to construct two heavy-duty charging hubs.
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Peak time kerbside EV charging costs experience a 13p/kWh increase, AA Reports
Recent data from the AA’s ev Recharge Report indicates a significant increase in the average peak time cost for using slow-charging kerbside electric vehicle (EV) charge points, marking an increase of 13p/kWh.
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Diageo partners with Zeus to launch HVO trial
Sustainable freight management specialist Zeus has teamed up with multinational beverage company Diageo to launch hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel trials in the UK.