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JUNE 10, 2011

Maersk Line CEO Eivind Kolding called for major changes in the shipping industry during the keynote address to the container shipping and logistics industry at the TOC conference in Antwerp, Belgium. If container shipping is to secure its licence to operate in the future, the industry needs to change now, he said.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Its strategic location between Belgium, France and Germany will allow us to reduce logistics costs and work closely with leading automakers, the largest chemical producers and large tire manufacturers across Europe. OCSiAl’s headquarters and one of the company’s three graphene nanotube development centers are already located in Luxembourg.

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JUNE 3, 2020

Punch Powertrain holds majority control in the new Joint 61/39 Venture, which will design, manufacture, and supply Punch Powertrain’s DT2 dual clutch transmission for the industry’s next generation of mild hybrid electric (MHEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. In turn, Groupe PSA will make a cash investment in the Joint Venture.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

Belgium-based chemical group Solvay has opened two rare earth recycling units in France. First launched in 2007, the project required two years of research and development followed by two years of industrialization studies and site selection. The investment was officially approved in 2011.

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DECEMBER 9, 2022

At an event held at its steel plant in Ghent, Belgium, ArcelorMittal inaugurated its flagship carbon capture and utilization (CCU) project. The €200-million Steelanol project is a first of its kind for the European steel industry. Earlier post.) It will reduce annual carbon emissions from the Ghent plant by 125,000 tonnes.

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MARCH 26, 2022

Driven by Asian markets, global demand for virgin polyolefins is expected to grow above global GDP by 2030. Polyolefins are the largest market segment in the production of plastic goods and remain essential for various industries such as energy, automotive, packaging, construction, and healthcare. Refining & Marketing.

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MAY 15, 2012

industrial pilot plant in Engis, Belgium, that will be operational in the coming months with all materials produced. Prayon is a leading global producer of phosphate materials for various industrial applications and its high-purity. that are used in food, fertilizers and a range of industrial applications.

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JANUARY 25, 2017

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), IVECO (a brand of CNH Industrial) and ENGIE (Global Energy Player) are broadly collaborating to promote natural gas vehicles and infrastructure in Europe. ENGIE is a global energy player and an expert operator in gas, electricity and energy services.

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JULY 18, 2012

a supplier of brake and control systems to the global commercial vehicle industry, has launched a new generation of electric air brake compressors to be used in electric buses. Development of battery-powered and hydrogen-powered technologies will increase with the growing acceptance of new-energy vehicles globally.

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APRIL 3, 2014

Telefónica’s global M2M solution—powered by Jasper—will enable connectivity for Tesla’s in-car infotainment telematics including navigation, online music, and internet browsing, and remote vehicle diagnostics that relay information about the car’s safety, security and performance to the driver and Tesla service in real time.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

With these new additions, Volvo Trucks has six electric truck models in series production globally—the broadest electric truck line up in the industry. Series production of Volvo’s heaviest electric trucks will start in the Tuve factory in Gothenburg, Sweden and next year the factory in Ghent, Belgium will follow.

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DECEMBER 4, 2020

IHS Markit forecasts that annual global investments in green hydrogen—hydrogen production powered by renewable sources—will exceed US$1 billion by 2023. Modelling by IHS Markit shows that by the early-2040s, production of green hydrogen could be the single largest use of electricity exceeding industrial electricity use.

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JULY 2, 2014

ExxonMobil affiliate Esso Belgium, a division of ExxonMobil Petroleum & Chemical B.V.B.A., The new unit will expand the refinery’s ability to help meet energy needs throughout northwest Europe, despite what the company calls a challenging industry environment. Esso Belgium, a division of ExxonMobil Petroleum & Chemical B.V.B.A.,

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MAY 15, 2019

The agreements cover the global supply of battery modules for all models on the upcoming SPA2 and the existing CMA modular vehicle platforms and represent a major step towards realizing Volvo Cars’ ambitious electrification strategy. In 2017 Volvo Cars committed that all new Volvo cars launched from 2019 would be electrified.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Major cathode material producer Pulead (China) and phosphate leader Prayon (Belgium) have entered into an agreement to form a joint venture for the manufacture and sale of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) under licence from LiFePO 4 +C Licensing LLC. The joint venture will help meet the increasing global demand for licensed LFP.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

The investment positions Aleris to meet anticipated significant growth in North American automotive demand as the industry pursues broader aluminum use for the production of lighter, more fuel-efficient vehicles. Aleris has served the automotive industry from its facility in Duffel for many years.

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MARCH 14, 2014

Deutsche Post DHL has signed a letter of intent for a possible future global framework agreement with car manufacturer Renault. The intended global agreement shall contain the options for a future purchase of Renault Kangoo Z.E. As part of its global efforts, Deutsche Post DHL works with all major car manufacturers worldwide.

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MARCH 10, 2011

There is no doubt that electric vehicles are the future of the automotive industry. The automotive industry continues to invest in high end R&D to devise the cutting edge technology required for electric vehicles. It is clear that this innovation is a priority for car manufacturers.

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APRIL 9, 2019

France-based global energy generator EDF has launched Hynamics , a new subsidiary for the Group that will be responsible for offering effective low-carbon hydrogen for industry and mobility. EDF’s ambition is to become a key player in the hydrogen sector in France and around the world.

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OCTOBER 9, 2014

The Global Climate and Energy Project (GCEP) at Stanford University has awarded $10.5 A team of scientists from the United States, Belgium and Scotland also received support for research that could lead to the large-scale conversion of cellulosic plants to biofuels: Optimizing yield and composition in lignin?modified modified plants.

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OCTOBER 28, 2020

A team from KU Leuven and the University of Antwerp in Belgium has developed a new process that is suitable for the distributed, small-scale production of “green” ammonia. Ammonia is one of the most important globally produced chemicals. The industrial production of ammonia via the Haber-Bosch process amounts to ca.

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JULY 27, 2018

the leading producer of flat-rolled aluminum products and the world’s largest recycler of aluminum, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Aleris Corporation, a global supplier of aerospace and automotive rolled aluminum products, for approximately $2.6 Novelis Inc., billion including the assumption of debt.

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OCTOBER 8, 2011

The Deloitte survey found global consumer interest in EVs is high. However, most global consumers, including those in the United States, would base their final decision on the greatest challenges associated with electric vehicles in the market today.: Click to enlarge. range, convenience to charge and purchase price of the vehicle.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

GE Energy’s Industrial Solutions will supply and deploy the infrastructure products needed to make the projects possible, in particular charging stations and installer network. The agreement would see GE Capital lease EV vehicles across Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Sweden, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and the UK.

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APRIL 27, 2012

Based on visual interpretation of high-resolution (30 m) satellite images, a new study in the journal Global Change Biology: Bioenergy determined that industrial plantations covered over 3.1 Mha, nearly half the total peatland in the area, is formally allocated to conversion to industrial oil palm plantations in Indonesia.

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APRIL 26, 2013

At Ford’s Lommel Proving Ground in Belgium, Ford Motor Company and Schaeffler demonstrated the Fiesta-based eWheelDrive car. In-wheel electric motors are seen by many industry experts as a potentially important future technology enabler for city cars as the world becomes more crowded and urbanized. Fiesta eWheelDrive. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2018

France-based advanced battery-maker Saft, a wholly-owned subsidiary of international energy giant Total, is building an alliance with other European partners to launch an ambitious program of research, development and industrialization for new generations of batteries focusing on advanced high-density Li-ion and solid-state battery technology.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2015

beLife was created by both shareholders in order to demonstrate the industrial scale production of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode material and to qualify this material at some of the major global Li-ion battery makers. The Li-ion battery industry is expected to grow significantly in the next decade. Earlier post.).

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JUNE 26, 2017

In 2015 Leclanché unveiled its first all-electric bus in Belgium. Now the European e-bus industry is at a watershed moment as proven battery technology and tighter environmental legislation make electric buses economically competitive with diesel. —Anil Srivastava, CEO of Leclanché.

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MAY 27, 2009

Nissan and Europcar—the European leader in passenger car and light utility vehicle rentals—are forming a partnership to market electric vehicles by 2010 and advance zero-emission mobility on a global scale. This partnership between Europcar Groupe and Nissan is unique in the vehicle rental market.

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OCTOBER 20, 2019

In its ‘Aiming for Zero’ objective, VDL Bus&Coach is building a new, climate-neutral factory in Roeselare (Belgium), where the first buses will be built from the end of 2021 to the beginning of 2022. Worldwide, more than 120,000 Yutong electric buses are operating in more than 380 cities, resulting in a global market share of 15% for Yutong.

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OCTOBER 15, 2015

In July 2014 ABB announced that it signed a global cooperation with Volvo bus to jointly market fast chargers and buses. With more than 3,000 web-connected DC fast chargers installed globally, ABB has shown that its suite of connectivity features enable industry-leading uptimes and fast service response.

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JANUARY 18, 2017

As always, we’re honored to be chosen as the standards development organization for the world’s leading experts in yet another exciting and innovative industry.”. Thornton is the director of product integrity and performance at Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, a global company headquartered in Norcross, Georgia.

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MAY 7, 2021

tonne, 12-tonne, 16-tonne and 19-tonne weight categories, the company plans to offer a comprehensive range of full-electric commercial vehicles for the logistics industry. With Volta Zero models available in the 7.5-tonne, Volta Trucks expects to introduce the Volta Zero in all its four weight variants across all its core markets.

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JUNE 26, 2023

The latest findings reflect the rapid growth in global EV sales witnessed over the last 12 months. In its sixth consecutive year, the latest report looks at the view of nearly 25,000 drivers across Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and the UK.

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DECEMBER 16, 2009

Global 2ºC maximal warming limit as compared to past and. ºF) above pre-industrial temperatures. worldwide temperatures, as compared to pre-industrial temperatures. worldwide temperatures, as compared to pre-industrial temperatures. by Jack Rosebro. present temperatures, as well as temperatures projected for various.

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IEEE JAGADISH CHANDRA BOSE MEDAL IN WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS Sponsor: Mani Lal Bhaumik SEIZO ONOE International Telecommunication Union Geneva For contributions to the development, collaborative facilitation, and deployment of 3G and 4G mobile communication systems through R&D and global standardization. IEEE RICHARD W. IEEE JAMES H.

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