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Agreements reached on trans-Guinean infrastructure in milestone for Simandou iron ore project

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Rio Tinto and the Simfer joint venture (Simfer) reached an important milestone by concluding key agreements with the Republic of Guinea (West Africa) and Winning Consortium Simandou (WCS) on the trans-Guinean infrastructure for the world class Simandou iron ore project. Aerial view of Simandou project.

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BMW Group Plant Landshut light metal foundry recertified by Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI)

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Since producing aluminum is highly energy-intensive, the use of green power such as solar electricity offers considerable potential for reducing CO 2 emissions. Green power is also used to produce it. This means that, after reconditioning, aluminum waste can be reused to manufacture the same components.

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Consumer Reports calls on Tesla to disable and update auto steering function, remove “Autopilot” name

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Consumer Reports contacted Tesla about these concerns, and the company sent this response via email: Tesla is constantly introducing enhancements, proven over millions of miles of internal testing, to ensure that drivers supported by Autopilot remain safer than those operating without assistance.

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Transport Ministers endorse 2009 MPG Marathon in Coventry

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Adrian Walsh, director of RoadSafe, the sponsors of the Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards, says: “Smarter driving by definition is safer driving because it is taking care of the road ahead and being more aware of speed, other road users and pedestrians. Tags: Green credentials driving event MPG Marathon Total Eco.

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