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

Posted on 6, September 2022 by

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 →

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

Posted on 15, July 2022 by

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 →

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La nouvelle livraison de locomotives Vectron AC pour la Suisse réaffirme le haut niveau de fiabilité et de performance de la plateforme Vectron de Siemens Mobility

Posted on 15, July 2022 by

Siemens Mobility livre des locomotives Vectron AC Le contrat comprend la maintenance pendant huit ans (COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) MUNICH, 15-Jul-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens Mobility, redéfinissant la mobilité avec une infrastructure intelligente, la durabilité, l’expérience des passagers et la disponibilité … Read the full press release →

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Bosch announces its intention to acquire a leading Australian motorsports technology company with focus on the customer racing market

Posted on 21, June 2022 by

Portfolio and market expansion for Bosch Motorsport Bosch Motorsport further expands its market presence in the Asia-Pacific region Racing series and racer market benefit from comprehensive motorsports technology MoTeC Group remains a separate legal entity retaining its own brand (PRESS … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 24, May 2022 by

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 →

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Système de signalisation et de contrôle Siemens Mobility pour automatiser l’exploitation des trains pour la section centrale de la ligne Elizabeth à Londres

Posted on 24, May 2022 by

Transformera les trajets quotidiens des passagers à travers Londres et le sud-est de l’Angleterre Les systèmes de signalisation numérique et de gestion ferroviaire de Siemens Mobility rendent les trajets fluides et fluides d’une gare à l’autre Complexités gérées grâce à … Read the full press release →

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New 64-tonne electric truck to transport food in Gothenburg as part of extended partnership between Scania and Dagab

Posted on 4, May 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) SÖDERTÄLJE, Sweden, 4-May-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Scania, a leading Swedish supplier of sustainable transport solutions and services, engines for industrial and marine applications, and power generation, has announced that a new 64-tonne electric truck to transport food in … Read the full press release →

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The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) expands the geography of its environmental bonds across the Nordic region

Posted on 22, February 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) HELSINKI, 22-Feb-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), an international financial institution with focus on the Nordic and Baltic countries, has announced that it has further expanded the geography of NIB Environmental Bonds (NEB) to attract … Read the full press release →

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ABB to supply energy-efficient traction and high-performance battery technologies for commuter trains to Stadler, a Swiss train maker

Posted on 7, February 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) ZURICH, 7-Feb-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — ABB (SWX: ABBN), a Swedish–Swiss multinational company leader in robotics, power, heavy electrical equipment, and automation, has announced it will supply ABB to supply energy-efficient traction and high-performance battery technologies for high-capacity commuter … Read the full press release →

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Stadler to deliver 44 FLIRT battery-powered multiple units to DB Regio for the south-west German Palatinate network

Posted on 26, November 2021 by

(PRESS RELEASE) BERLIN, 26-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Stadler, a Swiss train maker with over 75 years of experience, has announced that DB Regio AG, Frankfurt am Main based subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn, has ordered some 44 FLIRT battery-powered multiple units … Read the full press release →

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100km of range in less than three minutes: ABB’s new EV charger called Terra 360

Posted on 30, September 2021 by

Can deliver 100km of range in less than three minutes Only charger designed explicitly to charge up to four vehicles at once Ideal for refueling stations, urban charging stations, retail parking and fleet applications (PRESS RELEASE) ZURICH, 30-Sep-2021 — /EuropaWire/ … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 5, August 2021 by

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 →

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

Posted on 25, September 2020 by

(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 →

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Rolls-Royce Power Systems establishes new unit for innovative and net zero carbon drive and energy solutions

Posted on 24, August 2020 by

Emphasis on the decarbonisation of drive, propulsion and energy systems (PRESS RELEASE) FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, 24-Aug-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Rolls-Royce announces that its Power Systems business has set up a new organisational unit ‘Power Lab’ to focus on innovative and net zero … Read the full press release →

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Siemens helps Genoa’s urban mobility to become more energy-efficient and sustainable

Posted on 29, July 2020 by

Compact, space-saving design of the depot charging infrastructure Smart charging with power of up to 100 kilowatts (kW) per bus Rampini electric buses equipped with 200 kWh battery pack (PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 29-Jul-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens announces that Genoa’s … Read the full press release →

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Rolls-Royce to pioneer a resilient, inclusive, net zero carbon future; joins UN Race to Zero campaign

Posted on 5, June 2020 by

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 5-Jun-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Leading British engineering company has announced it is setting an ambitious net zero carbon by 2050 goal at the core of future innovation and growth. The company is joining the UN Race to … Read the full press release →

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Bentley Motors celebrates the 20,000th Bentayga built since 2016

Posted on 4, June 2020 by

20,000 examples of the benchmark luxury SUV now built Bentayga defined and has grown luxury SUV segment since launch Four years of extraordinary adventures Power, agility and record breaking performance First step on Bentley’s journey to electrification and the future … Read the full press release →

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

Posted on 10, December 2018 by

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 →

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

Posted on 21, November 2018 by

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 →

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ZF now offers the broadest range of hybrid and all-electric drive solutions for almost every vehicle segment

Posted on 9, November 2018 by

ZF supplies electric drives for all vehicle types, ranging from bicycles to 40-ton trucks The product portfolio ranges from hybrid solutions to all-electric drives. Integrated E-system solutions, including electronics and peripheral systems. Friedrichshafen, Germany, 09-Nov-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — ZF is constantly … Read the full press release →

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Siemens to invest €600 million in a new world of working and living: Siemensstadt (“Siemens City”) in Berlin

Posted on 1, November 2018 by

Siemens makes strong commitment for shaping the future of Germany as a location for industry Investment in the future of work in connection with manufacturing, researching, learning, and residential living in the new “Siemensstadt 2.0” Biggest single investment in the … Read the full press release →

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ENGIE to help develop a 100% low-emission public transportation system in Santiago de Chile

Posted on 12, October 2018 by

La Défense, France, 12-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — ENGIE was awarded a contract to provide Santiago de Chile’s public transportation system with an integrated offer comprising: leasing of 100 electric buses, installation and maintenance of the related electric charging infrastructure supplied … Read the full press release →

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Bosch to present innovations for tomorrow’s freight traffic at the 67th IAA Commercial Vehicles

Posted on 8, August 2018 by

Bosch innovations to look out for at the IAA 2018 Tomorrow’s freight traffic will be accident-free, stress-free, and emissions-free Connected services are making life easier for truck drivers and logistics specialists Driver assistance systems for commercial vehicles are making roads … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen Group China, FAW Group, China Intelligent and Connected Vehicles (Beijing) Research Institute Co. Ltd. partner over e-mobility, connectivity, mobility services and autonomous driving

Posted on 13, July 2018 by

Volkswagen Group signs letters of intent with the FAW Group and China Intelligent and Connected Vehicles Research Institute (ICV) during the state visit of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in Berlin Political discussions held about the role that China plays as … Read the full press release →

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Alstom: ACTN Consortium was selected to complete the civil works of the Cuenca Tram project in Ecuador

Posted on 8, December 2017 by

Saint-Ouen, France, 08-Dec-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The ACTN Consortium was selected to complete the civil works of the Cuenca Tram. It is composed of Alstom, CIM (Compagnie Internationale de Maintenance) and NGE Group (TSO and NGE contracting). The Consortium will perform … Read the full press release →

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Two articulated electric buses using ABB’s 20-second flash-charging technology went into service in Geneva

Posted on 7, December 2017 by

First e-buses with ABB’s world-record flash-charging technology go into commercial service ZURICH, 07-Dec-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — ABB’s 20-second flash-charging technology was a hot topic today as two articulated electric buses, the first of their kind in the world, went into service … Read the full press release →

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BMW: extraordinary pageant of new models and concept vehicles at the IAA Cars 2017 show in Frankfurt am Main

Posted on 30, August 2017 by

MUNICH, 30-Aug-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The new products unveiled at the 2017 Frankfurt show highlight the status of BMW as a manufacturer of vehicles that transmit unrivalled levels of emotional appeal with their inspirational design, trailblazing innovations and the driving pleasure … Read the full press release →

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Siemens sells its 500th electric Vectron locomotive to European Locomotive Leasing

Posted on 29, June 2017 by

Additional eight Vectron locomotives for European Locomotive Leasing (ELL) ELL is currently the biggest Vectron customer 507 locomotives have been ordered to date MUNICH, 29-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens has sold its 500th electric Vectron locomotive. The jubilee locomotive was ordered … Read the full press release →

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National Grid’s proposals to build new electricity substation in Braybrooke parish now under consultation

Posted on 16, June 2017 by

National Grid shares proposals for new electricity substation at community consultation event in Braybrooke Work supports Network Rail’s upgrade of the Midland Main Line and its electrification programme Representatives from National Grid and Network Rail on hand at the event … Read the full press release →

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ENGIE acquires Swedish specialist of onboard communications solutions for public transport Icomera

Posted on 1, June 2017 by

La Défense, France, 01-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — ENGIE announces the acquisition through its subsidiary ENGIE Ineo of the Swedish company Icomera, specialist of onboard communications solutions for public transport. Icomera’s consolidation fully complements the strategy of transformation of ENGIE, the energy … Read the full press release →

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Siemens signs with Pampa Energia S.A. for the maintenance two power plants in Argentina

Posted on 16, May 2017 by

Service, maintenance and performance upgrades for Genelba and Genelba 21 power plants Includes Power Diagnostics® and Remote Monitoring from Siemens Digital Services for Energy portfolio Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., 16-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Building on the continued success of its energy … Read the full press release →

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Siemens to review the geographical setup of its own IT activities and drive the digitalization of its own processes

Posted on 15, May 2017 by

Centralized storage facility planned for Digital Factory Division in Amberg region Company’s global enterprise IT activities to be modernized and digitalized Bundling of training expertise in Germany MUNICH, 15-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens is rigorously pursuing further targeted efficiency improvements … Read the full press release →

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ABB opens new traction transformer production facility in Longmeadow, Johannesburg

Posted on 4, May 2017 by

ABB’s new factory in Johannesburg reinforces company’s Africa focus and supports growing need for sustainable transportation ZURICH, 04-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — ABB today (03 May 2017) inaugurated a new traction transformer production facility adjacent to its South African headquarters in Longmeadow, … Read the full press release →

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Siemens Offers A New Line of Compact Switches for Enhanced Environmental Conditions

Posted on 19, April 2017 by

Scalance XF-200BA product line for enhanced environmental conditions Selection of electrical and optical bus adapters for flexible use Integration of S2 devices in high availability R1 systems NAMUR/NE21 approval NUREMBERG, 19-Apr-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens offers Scalance XF-200BA, a new line … Read the full press release →

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Siemens extends its power supply portfolio with 4th generation of Logo!Power series

Posted on 13, April 2017 by

New Logo!Power series in reduced width of 18 mm to 72 mm Scope for flexible installation using DIN rail or direct mounting Efficiency of up to 90% and no-load losses below 0.3 watts (W) Current monitor for real-time measurement of … Read the full press release →

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ABB to supply 1600 traction transformers for 800 new electric freight locomotives in India

Posted on 21, November 2016 by

Compact and reliable traction transformers to boost railways and support economic growth ZURICH, 21-Nov-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — ABB has won an order from Alstom to supply 1600 traction transformers for 800 new electric freight locomotives in India. The new locomotives … Read the full press release →

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ABB celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2016

Posted on 19, January 2016 by

One hundred and twenty-five years ago, Charles Brown and Walter Boveri founded BBC in Baden, Switzerland. The company developed into today’s global player ABB, with subsidiaries in 100 countries. Zürich, Switzerland, 19-Jan-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — This year ABB is celebrating its … Read the full press release →

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Alstom to finance energy kiosk project in Zambia

Posted on 16, September 2015 by

Levallois-Perret, France, 16-9-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Alstom is financing an energy kiosk project in Zambia to meet the needs of people who are not connected to the network. This project is financed by the savings made through the “We share … Read the full press release →

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Bosch expects automated driving systems to generate sales of EUR 1 billion in 2016

Posted on 17, July 2015 by

Automated driving Future technologies driving current Bosch growth Booming market for driver assistance systems will usher in automated driving Bosch expects driver assistance systems to generate sales of one billion euros in 2016 In 2014, Bosch delivered more than 50 … Read the full press release →

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Scania and the Stockholm based Royal Institute of Technology to test wirelessly charged city bus for the first time in Sweden

Posted on 18, December 2014 by

The bus will start operating on the streets of Södertälje, Sweden, in June 2016 Södertälje, Sweden, 18-12-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Scania is undertaking intensive research into various types of electrification technologies that could replace or complement combustion engines. Induction is … Read the full press release →

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