Mercedes-Benz

(IN BRIEF) Leadec, a service specialist, has secured contracts for infrastructural and technical facility management (IFM and TFM) along with technical cleaning services at the Mercedes-Benz manufacturing plants in Hamburg and Bremen, Germany. Leadec already has a presence in the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Belgium Luxembourg & Netherlands is joining forces with Eneco to establish a strategic partnership focused on charging solutions to facilitate the transition to electric driving for customers. This collaboration aims to provide both business and private customers … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) BASF is highlighting a range of innovative solutions at the 28th Fakuma exhibition in Friedrichshafen, Germany, aimed at addressing plastic waste and promoting sustainability. The showcased solutions include mass-balanced plastics that reduce resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Jörg Homering, previously Head of Industrial Strategy at Mercedes-Benz Vans, will assume the role of Head of Production and Site at Mercedes-Benz Ludwigsfelde GmbH on November 1, 2023. He will succeed Dr. Markus Keicher, who is transitioning … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall is set to showcase a wide range of products, systems, and activities for the digitalized battlefields of the future at DSEI 2023. This includes the Boxer MIV, Challenger 3 upgrade program, Caracal airmobile vehicle platform, Lynx KF41, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Continental has introduced its new tire concept, Conti CityPlus, at IAA Mobility in Munich, featuring state-of-the-art technology that enhances tire energy efficiency by up to 10 percent. This innovation contributes to reduced CO2 emissions from combustion engine cars … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz announces key changes in its communications leadership team. Rob Halloway, with nearly 20 years of experience at Renault, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz, will head global product, technology, and brand communications for Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans, succeeding Katja Bott, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz is set to launch its initial high-power charging stations this fall, starting in Atlanta (USA), Chengdu (China), and Mannheim (Germany). This move marks the beginning of a global charging network expansion, aiming to have over 2,000 high-power … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Continental has commenced production of its most sustainable series tire, the UltraContact NXT, in Portugal. The summer tire incorporates up to 65 percent renewable, recycled, and certified materials, while maintaining excellent safety and performance. It contains bio-based silica … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has been awarded a multiyear framework contract by the German and Dutch armed forces to supply up to 3,058 Caracal airmobile platforms, with a total value of up to €1.9 billion. The contract includes 2,054 vehicles for … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a global stainless steel leader, has partnered with thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe and Boysen Group to introduce towards-zero stainless steel to the automotive industry. This collaboration aims to address tailpipe emissions and decarbonize the automotive sector. Outokumpu’s … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Volocopter has opened production facilities in Bruchsal, Germany, and marked the occasion with the opening of a new hangar that will host the company’s final assembly line. The hangar also includes an airfield for development flight tests and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is urging EU leaders to prioritize the green transition and protect the EU’s industrial base. Ahead of the European Council Summit, ACEA President Luca de Meo expressed the challenges faced by the … Read the full press release →

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) L’entreprise technologique allemande Rheinmetall AG devrait présenter son portefeuille de produits tactiques lors de l’édition du 10e anniversaire d’EnforceTac à Nuremberg du 28 février au 1er mars 2023. La gamme de produits des divisions Systèmes de véhicules, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) German-based technology company Rheinmetall AG is set to showcase its tactical product portfolio at the 10th anniversary edition of EnforceTac in Nürnberg from February 28 to March 1, 2023. The product lineup from the company’s Vehicle Systems, Weapon … Read the full press release →

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 14-Oct-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (STO: SEB-A) (SEB), a Swedish financial group leader on the Nordic market, has announced its participation as a Co-Sustainability Advisor to Mercedes-Benz Group AG, one of the largest automotive … Read the full press release →

(COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) STOCKHOLM, 14-Oct-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (STO : SEB-A) (SEB), une société financière suédoise leader du groupe sur le marché nordique, a annoncé sa participation en tant que co-conseiller en développement durable auprès de Mercedes-Benz … Read the full press release →

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 15-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Shell plc (AMS: RDSA), a Dutch-British multinational oil and gas company, has announced that Wael Sawan will succeed Ben van Beurden as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Group. Ben will step down … Read the full press release →