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Siemens Mobility’s Vectron Becomes First Locomotive Approved for ETCS on Öresund Connection

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility’s Vectron locomotive has been approved for operating on the Scandinavian Corridor, allowing both freight and passenger trains to run along the entire corridor without changing locomotives. The first operator to take advantage of this is the … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility invests in Munich-Allach facility to increase locomotive production and service capacity

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility is expanding its manufacturing and services facility in Munich-Allach to meet the growing demand for locomotives and services. The factory will be enlarged from 50,000 m2 to 80,000 m2 to provide additional capacities for processing new … Read the full press release

Increased space, comfort and convenience promised with new ÖBB Siemens Desiro ML trainsets

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility Austria has secured an order from ÖBB for an additional 27 electric trainsets from the Siemens Desiro ML series, as part of ÖBB’s efforts to renew its fleet and invest in modern trains for inner-Alpine transport. … Read the full press release

ÖBB and Siemens Mobility at the introduction of their next-generation Nightjet: Night trains are around 50 times more climate-friendly than an airplane

World premiere of the interior of the new sleeping and couchette car Modern design, greater comfort and privacy for travelers Total of 33 next-generation Nightjets on the rails by 2025 (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 6-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens Mobility, redefining … Read the full press release

New delivery of Vectron AC locomotives for Switzerland reaffirms the high level of reliability and performance of Siemens Mobility’s Vectron platform

Siemens Mobility delivers Vectron AC locomotives Contract includes maintenance for eight years (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 15-Jul-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens Mobility, redefining mobility with intelligent infrastructure, sustainability, passenger experience and availability and a separately managed company of Siemens AG, has … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility signalling and control system to automate train operation for the central section of the Elizabeth line in London

Will transform the everyday journeys of passengers across London and southeast England Siemens Mobility’s digital signalling and railway management systems make journeys smooth and seamless from station to station Complexities managed through careful testing and integration (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 24-May-2022 … 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

Leadership change at Siemens AG: long-serving President and CEO Joe Kaeser to step down after more than 40 years at the company

Annual Shareholders’ Meeting in virtual format due to corona pandemic Siemens bids farewell to Joe Kaeser after more than 40 years at the company Total shareholder return more than doubled since Kaeser took office in 2013 Roland Busch new President … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility to install automatic train control signaling system and half-height platform screen doors on the Jurong Region Line (JRL) in Singapore

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 25-Sep-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens Mobility, a separately-managed company of Siemens with focus on intelligent and efficient mobility solutions, has announced it has signed a contract worth approximately EUR 135 million with the Singapore Land Transport Authority … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility wins €70 million contract for the metro lines electrification of Circle Line Stage 6 and North East Line extension in Singapore

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 11-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Singapore’s Land Transport Authority appoints Siemens Mobility for the electrification of the Circle Line Stage 6 and the North East Line extension (NELe) in Singapore. The €70 million contract includes delivery of the rail … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility’s new tram Avenio M begins service on new Line 2 in Ulm, Germany

All twelve trams handed over to SWU Verkehr GmbH First series service for multi-articulated Avenio M First Avenio fleet with “Siemens Tram Assistant” collision warning system MUNICH, 10-Dec-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — The Avenio M from Siemens Mobility has begun service … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility awarded a major contract to design and build 94 new generation Tube trains for London Underground

94 metro trains for London based on the Inspiro platform Delivery beginning in 2023 Digital services based on Siemens Mobility’s Railigent New trains will be more spacious, air-conditioned, have walk-through carriages and improve accessibility Additional capacity, maximized throughput and improved … Read the full press release

Sabrina Soussan and Michael Peter to succeed Jochen Eickholt as head of Siemens’ Mobility Division

MUNICH, 05-Oct-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Sabrina Soussan (48) and Michael Peter (51) have been appointed to succeed Jochen Eickholt (55) as head of Siemens’ Mobility Division, effective October 1, 2017. Eickholt has been appointed integration manager for the announced merger … Read the full press release

Bosch Rolls Out Real-Time Road Hazard Alerts for Millions of Vehicles to Boost Road Safety

(IN BRIEF) Bosch has expanded its real-time road hazard service, now available in millions of vehicles and soon to be introduced to Mercedes-Benz Trucks. The service uses data from connected vehicles and third-party sources to warn drivers of hazards like … Read the full press release

Siemens Leads Financial Innovation with New €300 Million Blockchain Bond Issuance

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has issued a €300 million digital bond using blockchain technology, continuing its leadership in digital finance. This new bond, with a one-year maturity, was settled through SWIAT’s private blockchain and the Bundesbank Trigger Solution, significantly speeding up … Read the full press release

Skanska Signs Contract to Modernize Limanowa Train Station in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has signed a PLN 272 million (approximately SEK 720 million) contract with PKP Polish Railway Lines S.A. to modernize the Limanowa train station in southern Poland. The project includes upgrading a 3.5-kilometer railroad stretch, rebuilding the station, … Read the full press release

Bosch and Ducati Unveil Advanced Brake System for Racetrack Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Bosch and Ducati have co-developed a new electronic Combined Brake System (eCBS) designed for racetrack performance, which will debut on the new Ducati Panigale V4 at World Ducati Week 2024. The advanced eCBS technology, which integrates data from … Read the full press release

Kübler Schwertransporte Undertakes Major Haul of Decommissioned Submarine to Sinsheim

(IN BRIEF) Kübler Schwertransporte is transporting a decommissioned 350-tonne submarine, U17, to the Sinsheim Museum of Technology. The journey involves moving the submarine along waterways and roads using a 30-axle platform trailer pulled by a MAN TGX 41.680 8×6 truck. … Read the full press release

Infineon Showcases Cutting-Edge Solutions for Green and Digital Transformation at PCIM Europe 2024

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG is set to unveil its latest semiconductor, software, and tooling solutions at PCIM Europe 2024, focusing on driving decarbonization and digitalization. The showcase will highlight Infineon’s extensive power electronics portfolio, covering silicon (Si), silicon carbide … Read the full press release

Siemens Reports Resilient Second-Quarter Performance Amidst Market Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Siemens AG showcased a robust second-quarter performance, with revenue holding steady at €19.2 billion and orders reaching €20.5 billion, marking a 12 percent decline from the previous year. The company’s industrial software business exhibited strong growth, particularly in … Read the full press release

Citycon’s Sustainability Strategy Update Drives Green Mobility and Community Engagement in 2023

(IN BRIEF) Citycon Oyj has released its 2023 Sustainability Accounts, showcasing the impact of its revised sustainability strategy. Key achievements include the transformation of centers into transportation hubs emphasizing green mobility, integration of AI technology for enhanced energy efficiency, and … Read the full press release

STMicroelectronics Unveils Next-Gen STM32H7R/S Microcontrollers for Smart Home and Industrial Systems

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, introduces the new STM32H7R/S microcontrollers, blending the performance and scalability of microprocessors with the simplicity of microcontrollers. These high-performance devices cater to diverse applications such as smart appliances, industrial automation, and eHealth systems, … Read the full press release

Euronext Welcomes Espe’s Renewable Energy Solutions to Milan Market

(IN BRIEF) Espe, an energy company based near Padua, Italy, has been listed on Euronext Growth Milan, marking its third listing in 2024 and the sixth overall on Euronext this year. The company specializes in industrial electrical and automation systems, … Read the full press release

Multi-Modal Shipping Innovation by DHL and Schneider Electric Aims to Reduce Carbon Footprint

(IN BRIEF) DHL Global Forwarding and Schneider Electric have partnered to introduce innovative multi-modal shipping solutions aimed at reducing carbon emissions associated with air freight. They successfully launched two bridges, connecting Singapore and North America and India and North America, … Read the full press release

MAN’s Electric Lion eTruck Almost Sold Out with 700 Orders in 3 Months

(IN BRIEF) In just over three months since its sales launch, the limited edition of MAN’s 2024 model year electric lion eTruck designed for long-distance transport is nearly sold out, with 700 orders and order requests received. Large-scale production is … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €29 Million Loan to Arteche for Advancing Energy Sector Solutions and Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €29 million loan agreement with Arteche, a Spanish company specializing in electrical equipment and solutions for the energy sector. This InvestEU-backed loan will support Arteche’s research, development, and innovation efforts, … Read the full press release

SIX Launches ETF QOD Europe, Expanding Access to European ETF Markets

(IN BRIEF) SIX Swiss Exchange has introduced a new service extension to its Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) franchise called “Quote-on-Demand Europe” (QOD Europe). This innovative trading service allows clients to trade ETFs listed on primary exchanges like the London Stock … Read the full press release

Siemens Honors Exceptional Inventors in Annual Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has recognized twelve outstanding inventors from various countries in its annual Inventors of the Year awards. These innovators have made significant contributions to fields such as artificial intelligence, sustainable power grids, railcar stability, and electric vehicle charging … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Surpasses Fiber Expansion Targets in 2023

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom celebrates a successful year of expansion with over 2.5 million new fiber connections established in 2023, reaching its ambitious targets. By year-end, eight million households across Germany will have access to fiber optic connections, with nearly … Read the full press release

Realisaprint.com Makes World’s First Post-Beta Installation of RICOH Pro Z75 B2 Inkjet Press

(IN BRIEF) French online printer Realisaprint.com has become the world’s first company to install the RICOH Pro Z75 B2 perfecting sheetfed inkjet platform after its successful beta testing at Heeter in America. Founded in 2007, Realisaprint.com offers commercial printing services … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures Major Contract to Implement NExTEO Signalling System in Paris

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has secured a significant contract valued at nearly 300 million euros to implement the NExTEO signalling system on the RER¹ B and RER D lines in the Île-de-France region. This contract … Read the full press release

Enhancing Agricultural Precision: Bosch Engineering’s Sensor Solutions Unveiled

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering, a pioneer in sensor technology, is introducing advanced sensor systems to enhance automation in agriculture. These high-performance surround sensors are designed to make farming more efficient and sustainable, particularly for agricultural machinery and autonomous field robots. … Read the full press release

Ricoh and Siemens Collaborate to Advance Industrial Aluminium Binder Jetting for Mass Production

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh Company, Ltd. and Siemens Digital Industries Software have entered into a collaboration to develop industrial aluminium Binder Jetting (BJT) for serial mass production. This innovative additive manufacturing technique utilizes Ricoh’s inkjet printing technology to create complex-shaped metal … Read the full press release

Siemens Invests $150 Million in High-Tech Manufacturing Plant to Support U.S. Data Centers and Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has revealed a $150 million investment in a new advanced manufacturing plant located in Dallas-Fort Worth. The facility will produce cutting-edge electrical equipment to support American data centers and critical infrastructure, catering to the growing demand for … Read the full press release

MAN Truck & Bus Launches Sales of Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks with Up to 1,000 km Range

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has commenced the sale of its first heavy-duty electric truck, marking a significant step in the transition to decarbonize freight transport. The new MAN eTGX and MAN eTGS electric trucks offer daily ranges of … Read the full press release

Sustainable Insulation Leader GUTEX Adopts Innovative ANDRITZ Fiber Technology

(IN BRIEF) GUTEX, a leading wood fiber insulation board manufacturer in Germany, has successfully implemented a cutting-edge ANDRITZ fiber preparation system at its Eschbach facility. This achievement marks the second collaboration between GUTEX and ANDRITZ and showcases their commitment to … Read the full press release

Henkel’s Montornès Aerospace Plant Earns Airbus Supplier Qualification for Quality and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Henkel’s aerospace plant in Montornès Del Vallès, Spain, has been recognized as a Standard and Raw Materials Supplier by Airbus. This acknowledgment demonstrates Airbus’s approval of the quality and value of procedures, production, and individual products at the … Read the full press release

Accenture Bolsters Industrial Expertise with Acquisition of ATI Solutions Group

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has acquired ATI Solutions Group (ATI), a consulting service provider based in Perth that serves the mining, energy, and rail industries. The acquisition aims to enhance Accenture’s capabilities in Western Australia, where there’s a demand for specialized … Read the full press release

Maersk North America Market Update: Navigating Ocean Challenges, Emissions Trading Expansion, and Logistics Solutions

(IN BRIEF) The Maersk North America Market Update for August 2023 provides insights on various aspects of the shipping and logistics industry. It discusses updates on ocean operations, including adjustments due to low water levels at the Panama Canal and … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Refining System Powers Greenply’s Inaugural Fiber Production Success

(IN BRIEF) Greenply Industries Limited has achieved a significant milestone by successfully producing its first batch of fibers using a state-of-the-art high-performance pressurized refining system from ANDRITZ. This accomplishment took place at their MDF production facility in Vadodara, Gujarat, India. … Read the full press release