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Transportation & Logistics Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Volvo Group Venture Capital to invest in Foretellix, maker of a verification platform for autonomous vehicles

(PRESS RELEASE) GOTHENBURG, 1-Sep-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — The Volvo Group (STO: VOLV-B), a Swedish multinational manufacturing company, has announced its venture capital arm the Volvo Group Venture Capital AB has decided to invest in Foretellix Ltd, a leading company in … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility’s advanced hybrid streetcars operated by Charlotte Area Transit system enter revenue service

Innovative battery technology allows for hybrid operation on or off-wire Sustainable technology preserves city’s historic district S700s were manufactured in Sacramento, CA (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 31-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens Mobility, redefining mobility with intelligent infrastructure, sustainability, passenger experience and … Read the full press release

e-CUPRA ABT XE electric SUV to race at the Arctic X Prix in Greenland

The ABT CUPRA XE team is ready to fight for victory in the Arctic X Prix and climb up the championship standings Mattias Ekström and Jutta Kleinschmidt will race with the e-CUPRA ABT XE1 for the remainder of the season … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz chooses Caravan Salon Düsseldorf for the first trade fair appearance of its new Citan, an ideal basic vehicle for micro camper van conversions

(PRESS RELEASE) STUTTGART/DÜSSELDORF, 27-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Daimler AG, one of the biggest producers of premium cars and the world’s biggest manufacturer of commercial vehicles, has announced the new Mercedes-Benz Citan, as a prototype, will celebrate its exhibition premiere at … Read the full press release

Norway’s largest bus company to operate 13 new Setra S 531 DT double-decker buses on its express routes

(PRESS RELEASE) STUTTGART/OSLO, 24-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — EvoBus GmbH, the owner of the German bus brand Setra and a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has announced “Vy Buss AS”, Norway’s largest bus company, will be operating 13 new … Read the full press release

Fully automated tram depot with a self-driving tram demonstrated by Siemens Mobility and ViP Verkehrsbetrieb Potsdam GmbH

(PRESS RELEASE) BERLIN, 23-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens Mobility, redefining mobility with intelligent infrastructure, sustainability, passenger experience and availability, has announced, together with its partner ViP Verkehrsbetrieb Potsdam GmbH a successful demonstration of a test of the mFUND’s AStriD (“Autonomous … Read the full press release

The greater representation of women and people of color in BAE Systems recognized by Forbes and Statista

Forbes has recognized BAE Systems, Inc. as one of “America’s Best Employers for Women” for 2021, one of only 300 companies selected. (PRESS RELEASE) FARNBOROUGH, 16-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — BAE Systems (LON: BA), a British multinational defence, security, and aerospace … Read the full press release

Leverage the benefits of digital manufacturing with Haizol

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 15-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Traditionally, when a procurement team is sourcing parts or products to be manufactured, the process is a long and complex one. After initial research, they then develop a short list of potential manufacturers … Read the full press release

UK start-up Smart Green Shipping developed a wind-assist power solution based on America’s Cup wing sails to reduce CO2 emissions in the shipping industry

(PRESS RELEASE) SWINDON, 10-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — UK Research and Innovation, non-departmental public body of the Government of UK that directs research and innovation funding, has announced that a UK start-up called Smart Green Shipping is using satellite data to … Read the full press release

New Rheinmetall Mission Master SP modules carrying Escribano Mechanical & Engineering sensors and weapons systems demonstrated

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 10-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall, the Integrated Technology Group, has announced that it collaborated with Escribano Mechanical & Engineering (EM&E) in order to demonstrate two new Rheinmetall Mission Master SP modules carrying EM&E sensors and weapons systems. … Read the full press release

New MaaS platform to transform Spanish Renfe from a rail operator to an enabler of seamless door-to-door mobility

A countrywide platform that allows users to plan, book and pay for trips in a single application Integrates different modes of transport to provide seamless door-to-door traveling Renfe expecting up to €156 million additional revenue with the intermodal platform (PRESS … Read the full press release

Mika Vehviläinen to lead Cargotec / Konecranes combined entity as President and CEO

(PRESS RELEASE) HELSINKI, 6-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Cargotec Corporation (HEL: CGCBV), a Finnish company that makes cargo-handling machinery for ships, ports, terminals and local distribution, and Konecranes Plc (HEL: KCR), a Finnish company with focus on cranes and lifting equipment, … Read the full press release

BAE Systems to work on the advancement of Eurofighter Typhoon as part of new EUR 159 million contract

(PRESS RELEASE) FRANBOROUGH, 6-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — BAE Systems (LON: BA), a British multinational defence, security, and aerospace company, has announced it will work on the advancement of Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft as part of a new EUR 159 (£135 million) … Read the full press release

Eni to deliver a carbon neutral LNG cargo to CPC Corporation, Taiwan reaching a milestone in its decarbonization strategy

The GHG emissions related to the entire value chain of the LNG cargo will be offset through the retirement of high quality nature based credits. (PRESS RELEASE) SAN DONATO MILANESE (MILAN), 6-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Eni (BIT: ENI), an Italian … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility to buy NL based leading provider of cloud-based solutions aimed at public transport operators for EUR 550 million

Siemens Mobility acquires Sqills, a leading Software as a Service (SaaS) provider for inventory management, reservation, and ticketing software Acquisition advances Siemens’ strategy to increase the availability, capacity, and utilization of public transportation Sqills complements the Siemens Mobility software portfolio … Read the full press release

Inmarsat distress call data analyses: tankers overtaking fishing vessels to generate the highest number of GMDSS alerts

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 5-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Inmarsat (LSE: ISAT), the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, has released a new report that digs into three years of global maritime distress call data to focus minds on true areas … Read the full press release

Siemens’ digital transformation unit and Zukunftswerkstatt 4.0 to innovate the automotive sales and after-sales space

Siemens Advanta and the Institute for Automotive Research (IfA) to explore innovative technologies in automotive sales and after-sales as part of Zukunftswerkstatt 4.0 (“Workshop for the Future 4.0”) Focus on practical research into new digital services and business models related … Read the full press release

Webuild completes the three arch bridges construction operations of the Naples-Cancello section of the Naples-Bari high-speed railway line

(PRESS RELEASE) NAPLES, 3-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Webuild, an Italian industrial group specialised in the construction and civil engineering, formerly Salini Impregilo, has announced the completion of the construction operations of the three arch bridges on the Naples-Cancello section of … Read the full press release

New airport pavement management solution by VINCI Airports to optimize the maintenance work on airport runways, taxiways and aircraft parking areas

(PRESS RELEASE) RUEIL-MALMAISON CEDEX, 2-Aug-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — VINCI Airports, world’s leading private airport operator and part of VINCI Concessions SA, has announced the deployment of a customised new solution to continue to guarantee the optimal quality of its airport … Read the full press release

Dispatch.d Offers Unique US Market Entry Services for European Impact Brands

Dispatch.d Offers Unique US Market Entry Services for European Impact Brands

(PRESS RELEASE) NEW JERSEY, United States, 30-Jul-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Numerous European “impact brands” – or brands that have the potential to make a tremendous impact on American and other global markets – are struggling to find business entry strategies … Read the full press release