Tag Archives: battery technology

MAHLE Hosts RWTH Aachen University’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck to Showcase Next-Generation Zero-Emission Mobility

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE hosted RWTH Aachen University’s hydrogen-powered fuel cell truck at its Stuttgart headquarters during the vehicle’s Germany-wide tour under the “SeLv” project funded by the Federal Ministry of Transport. The visit strengthened collaboration between the university’s PEM department … Read the full press release

Strategic Alliance Between Maersk and CATL Aims to Advance Low-Carbon Supply Chains

(IN BRIEF) A.P. Moller – Maersk and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding to promote decarbonisation in global logistics and strengthen CATL’s supply chain operations. Building on an existing five-year collaboration, Maersk will … Read the full press release

Scania strengthens off-road electrification portfolio with modular battery systems designed for extreme environments

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched Scania Industrial Batteries, a new division dedicated to powering off-road and industrial applications such as mining, construction, and material handling. Following the acquisition of Northvolt Systems’ Industrial Division in April 2025, the new organization delivers … Read the full press release

SWU Verkehr Partners with Daimler Buses for 37 eCitaro Electric Buses to Boost Sustainable Urban Transport

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Buses will supply SWU Verkehr with 37 Mercedes‑Benz eCitaro and eCitaro G electric buses, plus an option for nine more, under a €34.6 million contract signed on 18 July 2025. Scheduled for delivery by end‑2026, these NMC4‑equipped vehicles … Read the full press release

New Continental Report Highlights Tyre Innovations and Policy Drivers for Zero-Emission Road Freight

(IN BRIEF) Continental’s new 38-page white paper, “Electric Mobility for Commercial Vehicles,” released on June 19, 2025, offers a thorough survey of electrification trends for trucks, buses, and vans in Europe. It begins with background on EU emissions standards, toll … Read the full press release

Collaboration combines BASF’s Licity® 2698 X F binder and Group14’s SCC55® silicon material, enhancing battery performance with higher durability and energy capacity

(IN BRIEF) BASF and Group14 Technologies have unveiled a groundbreaking silicon battery solution combining BASF’s Licity 2698 X F binder and Group14’s SCC55 silicon material. This new solution boosts battery performance, offering faster charging, higher energy density, and remarkable durability. … Read the full press release

Qkera, a TUM Spin-Off, Advances Solid-State Battery Technology for Greener Electromobility and Electronics

(IN BRIEF) Qkera, a TUM spin-off, has developed advanced electrolyte components for solid-state batteries, aiming to improve energy density and stability while reducing costs. The start-up has already made significant progress and was recently named one of the top 25 … Read the full press release

University of St Andrews Launches Cutting-Edge Centre for Battery Technology with Colin Vincent at the Helm

(IN BRIEF) Professor Colin Vincent, an esteemed electrochemist, officially inaugurated the Centre for Battery Technology at the University of St Andrews Eden Campus. The center specializes in the production of commercial-scale batteries and conducts cutting-edge research on new battery chemistries. … Read the full press release

Swedish-Finnish engineering firm AFRY to provide Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) services for the development of the Araguaia ferronickel project in Brazil

(PRESS RELEASE) SOLNA, Sweden, 23-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — AFRY (STO: AF-B), Swedish-Finnish engineering, consulting and design company active in energy, industry, infrastructure and IT, has announced it has been awarded the Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) contract for the … Read the full press release