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Portugal Pioneers Electric Transport for IKEA with New Cross-Industry Partnership

Posted on 19, July 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Portugal is taking significant steps towards sustainable transport with the launch of heavy-duty electric vehicles for IKEA product transportation. Starting in late June, KLOG will deploy battery-electric vehicles from Scania to transport goods from the IKEA Industry factory … Read the full press release →

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks Tests eActros 600 Prototype for Long-Distance Haulage

Posted on 9, July 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has demonstrated the capabilities of its near-production eActros 600 prototypes on typical long-distance routes. The eActros 600 features an aerodynamic ProCabin, powerful acceleration, smooth driving, and advanced recuperation systems, alongside safety technologies like Predictive Powertrain Control … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility to Modernize Berlin U5 and U8 Metro Lines with Advanced CBTC Technology

Posted on 5, July 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a contract with Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) to implement a Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system on Berlin’s U5 and U8 metro lines. The Trainguard MT CBTC solution will enable semi-automated operations by 2029 on the … Read the full press release →

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Pioneering Collaboration Transforms Sustainable Transport for IKEA in Portugal

Posted on 19, June 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) IKEA, in partnership with Scania Group and transporter KLOG, is launching heavy-duty electric vehicles for transporting its products in Portugal. Starting in late June, these vehicles will move goods from the IKEA Industry factory in Paços de Ferreira … Read the full press release →

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Alstom to Revolutionize Bengaluru Metro with Advanced CBTC Signalling System

Posted on 12, June 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart mobility solutions, has secured a significant contract with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) for Phase 2 expansion. Valued at 96.2 million euros, the contract includes implementing a fully automated CBTC signalling system … Read the full press release →

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DHL Supply Chain Expands Logistics Capacities with New Carbon-Neutral Center in Halle

Posted on 29, May 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) DHL Supply Chain is bolstering its logistics capabilities with the construction of a new carbon-neutral operated logistics center in Halle (Saale), Germany, adjacent to its existing warehouse. Expected to begin operations in Q4 2024, the state-of-the-art facility will … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Reports Resilient Second-Quarter Performance Amidst Market Challenges

Posted on 16, May 2024 by

(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 →

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Deutsche Bahn Completes ICE 4 Fleet with “Spree” Train

Posted on 19, March 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bahn (DB) celebrated the completion of its ICE 4 fleet with the delivery of the 137th train, named “Spree,” in Berlin. The event was attended by key figures including Richard Lutz, CEO of DB, and Roland Busch, … Read the full press release →

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Spanish Companies Collaborate on World’s First Hydrogen-Powered High-Speed Train Project

Posted on 24, January 2024 by

(IN BRIEF) Ten Spanish companies are joining forces for the groundbreaking Hympulso project, aiming to develop a renewable hydrogen fuel cell-based propulsion system for a high-speed train. Led by Talgo, the initiative includes partners like Golendus, Ingeteam, Repsol, Sener, and … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 22, December 2023 by

(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 →

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Central German S-Bahn Network 2025+: Siemens Mobility’s €500 Million Order for 75 Mireo Trains

Posted on 14, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a significant order worth around €500 million to deliver 75 Mireo trains for the “Central German S-Bahn Network 2025+” (MDSB 2025+) project. The order includes 41 three-car Mireo trains, 18 four-car Mireo trains, and … Read the full press release →

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Bosch Unveils Central Vehicle Computer for Integrated Infotainment and Driver Assistance Functions at CES 2024

Posted on 6, December 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch, a leading automotive supplier, is set to demonstrate the integration of infotainment and driver assistance functions in a software-intensive central computer on a single System on Chip (SoC) at CES 2024. This central vehicle computer, known as … Read the full press release →

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European Locomotive Leasing Group (ELL) Expands Fleet with 200 Siemens Vectron Locomotives

Posted on 30, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) European Locomotive Leasing Group (ELL) has signed a significant framework agreement with Siemens Mobility for the acquisition of up to 200 Vectron locomotives. These locomotives will be used in both passenger and freight services across Europe. ELL initially … Read the full press release →

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ZF Unveils Advanced Agricultural Technology Solutions at Agritechnica 2023

Posted on 11, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) ZF, a leading technology company, is showcasing innovative technology solutions for the agriculture sector at Agritechnica 2023. The company’s offerings include vehicle motion control, drive line technology with continuously variable transmissions, braking technology with brake-by-wire solutions, electrification solutions … Read the full press release →

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Bosch Introduces Smart Logistics Solution ‘Track and Trace’ for Transparent Load Carrier Management

Posted on 10, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch has unveiled a new smart logistics solution called “Track and Trace,” designed to enhance load carrier management and transparency in the manufacturing industry. Load carrier management often becomes a challenge when load carriers go missing or are … Read the full press release →

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Enhancing Agricultural Precision: Bosch Engineering’s Sensor Solutions Unveiled

Posted on 8, November 2023 by

(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 →

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BBVA Invests €23.6 Million in Decarbonization Partners Fund, Total Climate Investment Reaches €108.4 Million

Posted on 8, November 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) BBVA, a global financial institution, is investing €23.6 million (approximately $25 million) in the Decarbonization Partners Fund I, bringing its total investment in climate-related funds to €108.4 million. The bank views sustainability as a significant business opportunity and … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 4, November 2023 by

(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 →

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

Posted on 4, November 2023 by

(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 →

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Bosch Unveils Motorcycle Innovations at EICMA 2023, Including Safety, Display, and Powertrain Solutions

Posted on 27, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch is showcasing its innovations for the motorcycle industry at EICMA 2023. The company is highlighting its display solutions, including the TFT Cluster 5″ and Integrated Connectivity Cluster (ICC), for keeping riders informed while minimizing distractions. Bosch is … Read the full press release →

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Bosch Engineering Unveils Electric Drive Platform for Simplified Integration into Boats

Posted on 27, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch Engineering is introducing its Electric Drive System Platform (EDSP) for electric boat drives at METSTRADE. This platform provides boat manufacturers with a comprehensive solution, including electric motors, inverters, high-voltage batteries, chargers, and cable harnesses, allowing for simplified … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility’s Desiro HC Double-Decker Trains to Revolutionize Franconia-Thuringia Express

Posted on 20, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) In a bid to modernize regional transport, Siemens Mobility has partnered with DB Regio Bayern and Bayerische Eisenbahngesellschaft (BEG) to introduce 18 new Desiro HC double-decker trains for the Franconia-Thuringia Express. These trains, operational from December 2023, offer … Read the full press release →

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Continental Engineering Services Names Jean-Michel Verdier as New Managing Director

Posted on 5, October 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Continental Engineering Services (CES) has appointed Jean-Michel Verdier as its new Managing Director, effective from September 1, 2023. Verdier, an engineering professional with extensive experience in the automotive industry, takes over from Dr. Christoph Falk-Gierlinger, who served in … Read the full press release →

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Berlin Completes Rollout of New S-Bahn Fleet Enhancing Public Transport Service

Posted on 19, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Berlin celebrates the completion of its new S-Bahn fleet with all 106 trains now in service, offering passengers enhanced comfort and convenience. These state-of-the-art trains feature air conditioning, advanced passenger information systems, and security cameras, providing a significant … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility Successfully Tests Hydrogen-Powered Mireo Plus H Train in Bavaria

Posted on 16, September 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has completed the initial test runs for its hydrogen-powered Mireo Plus H train in Bavaria, Germany. This two-car trainset is set to begin passenger service in mid-2024, operating on routes between Augsburg and Füssen and Augsburg … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Unveils High-Tech S-Bahn Trains for Munich: Setting New Standards in Comfort and Efficiency

Posted on 3, August 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has won an EU-wide tender to deliver 90 new S-Bahn trains for Munich, Germany, worth over two billion euros. The trains will provide more space, comfort, and innovations, with a total length of over 200 meters, … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility Awarded Long-Term Service Contract by Alpha Trains for Vectron Locomotives

Posted on 12, July 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Alpha Trains, a leading European locomotive and trains lessor, has awarded Siemens Mobility a long-term service and maintenance contract for its Vectron locomotives. The 15-year contract includes complete maintenance and revisions at Siemens Rail Service Center in Munich-Allach. … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Introduces Groundbreaking LV Insights X Software to Enhance Grid Capacity in Energy Networks

Posted on 14, June 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has unveiled LV Insights X software, a pioneering solution for managing low-voltage grids. The software enables distribution grid operators to address the challenge of increasing grid capacity while accommodating the rise of decentralized renewable energy and additional … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility Secures €600 Million Contract for Additional ICE 3neo Trains for Deutsche Bahn

Posted on 17, May 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has secured a €600 million contract to deliver 17 additional ICE 3neo trains to Deutsche Bahn. This brings the total ICE 3neo fleet to 90 trains. The trains, known for their high speed and innovative features, … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility and NEB unveil innovative design for Mireo Plus trains

Posted on 4, May 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility and Niederbarnimer Eisenbahn (NEB) have unveiled the final design of the Mireo Plus train, which is set to begin operating on the East Brandenburg and Heidekrautbahn rail networks in December 2024. The train boasts state-of-the-art technology, … Read the full press release →

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ONE SMART SPRAY: The New Name and Brand Identity for Bosch BASF Smart Farming’s Smart Spraying Solution

Posted on 28, April 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch BASF Smart Farming, a joint venture between Bosch and BASF Digital Farming, announced its new brand name as ONE SMART SPRAY. The new brand name also applies to its product, previously known as the Smart Spraying Solution, … Read the full press release →

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ABB’s innovative technology supports sustainable mobility solutions for Germany’s EV market

Posted on 20, April 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns to Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport, the largest EV market in Europe. ABB provides robotics and automation solutions for Germany’s automotive sector and helps establish the country’s EV charging infrastructure. Battery production … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Mobility and Sqills Enhance Brightline’s Ticketing and Reservation Management for Optimal Seat Utilization

Posted on 15, April 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Brightline, a US intercity rail travel company, will implement S3 Passenger, the inventory, ticketing, and reservation system offered by Sqills, a Siemens Mobility subsidiary, beginning with revenue service connecting Orlando. The new system will allow Brightline to optimally … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 15, April 2023 by

(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 →

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Bosch, BASF, and AGCO to integrate and commercialize Smart Spraying technology for Fendt Rogator sprayers

Posted on 7, April 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch BASF Smart Farming has partnered with AGCO Corporation to integrate and commercialize Smart Spraying technology on Fendt Rogator sprayers. The Smart Spraying Solution will allow targeted spraying during day and nighttime conditions, while delivering optimal herbicide savings … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 3, April 2023 by

(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 →

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EQT Infrastructure VI Fund to Acquire Lazer Logistics, North America’s Largest Yard Management Services Provider

Posted on 30, March 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) EQT Infrastructure VI fund, EQT Value-Add Infrastructure, has agreed to acquire Lazer Logistics, North America’s largest provider of outsourced yard management and trailer spotting services, from funds managed by Harvest Partners. With a fleet of 6,000 assets and … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 15, March 2023 by

(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 →

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Bosch BASF Smart Farming’s precision spraying system to help meet EU pesticide reduction targets

Posted on 11, March 2023 by

(IN BRIEF) Bosch BASF Smart Farming’s Smart Spraying Solution, which combines Bosch’s high-tech camera sensor technology and software with the advanced digital agronomic decision engine of xarvio® Digital Farming Solutions, will enter first series production at Herbert Dammann GmbH as … Read the full press release →

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Rock Road Secures Funding for 30 Fully Electric Buses in London with Help of DNV and Mayor’s Energy Efficiency Fund

Posted on 16, January 2023 by

(PRESS RELEASE) BÆRUM, 16-Jan-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has announced the completion of the Technical Due Diligence for the Mayor of London’s Energy Efficiency Fund (MEEF), which is managed by Amber Fund Management … Read the full press release →

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