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“Naturally, the exhibition is going to attract companies from all over the world. The percentage of foreign exhibitors is steadily growing and it’s exciting to see”, said Lawren Markle, director of media relations of ACT Expo. Read the full article in the May issue of Powertrain International.

AS Labruna was present at the DPE – International Electricity Expo in Rimini with LF, FPT Industrial dealer for North Africa, and MOVe, startup for the electrification of on-road vehicles, such as the Metrocab of Fresia

The XC13 surely sounds agnostic in FPT Industrial’s unofficial nomenclature; it comes, indeed, with a tripartite certification: Euro 6E (winking an eye at the upcoming Euro 7), methane gas and also biofuel, with a link to hydrogen. Andrea Abbà, FPT’s product marketing manager, told us about dialogui…

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A full range of new Volvo truck models can now be powered by 100% biodiesel, offering another renewable fuel choice for customers looking to reduce CO2 emissions from transport here and now.

Danfoss Power Solutions has appointed Xianwei (Roy) Chen as the president of its Editron division, effective immediately. “The on- and off-highway industries are at a transformative moment, with electrification quickly progressing from a feasible option to a superior choice for clean motive power,” …

The Council of the European Union on May 13, 2024, formally adopted the regulation on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles, amending and strengthening the existing EU rules.

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At FPT Industrial's Academy, in its Italian headquarters, Turin, we experienced an example of the training center's theory and practice training

With a focus on creating a supportive community, Conexpo-CON/AGG is committed to bringing awareness to the mental health struggles prevalent in the construction sector and fostering an environment where seeking help and discussing mental wellness is normalized and encouraged.

The shareholders of Deutz approved the actions of the Board of Management and Supervisory Board, supporting the Company’s new strategic direction. Bert van Hasselt has been newly appointed as the Green segment’s first CEO.

Massimiliano Bonanni, General Manager Product Strategy at Kohler Engines, tells us about the nuances of energy at Kohler: ICE, hybrid, hydrogen, electric, alternative fuels considered in the light of the ecosystem context and their plausibility. Read the full article in the May issue of Powertrain…

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At the Intermat exhibition in Paris, Kobelco Construction Machinery Europe showcased its latest innovations in the construction equipment industry, including the European launch of the SK520LC and the SK380SR excavators and an all new TKE750G telescopic crane.

The electrification of heavy-duty vehicles plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change and is one of the cornerstones of ABB's offering, as demonstrated by the recent creation of the dedicated Mobile E-Power business.

At Intermat LiuGong showed an impressive line-up of 5 new electric machines and over 40 new machines in the pipeline. LiuGong’s tour de force in electric is part of the company’s plan to be the No. 1 in BEV technology in Europe by 2027.

MAGNI unveiled at Intermat its first TH 3.6 compact telehandler, powered by Deutz, 55 kW. An agricultural version is coming soon.

As announced a few days ago, Cummins launched a new 15L diesel engine for the Off Highway market at Intermat 2024, opening today. This new product is displayed alongside a wide range of Cummins off-highway technologies at Intermat, in Paris

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In the article “Strong economic incentives of ship scrubbers promoting pollution”, published in Nature Sustainability, researchers from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, show that discharge from ships with so-called scrubbers cause great damage to the Baltic Sea.

Rolls-Royce has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Singapore, to further strengthen its partnership with Majestic Fast Ferry in enabling clean, energy-efficient sailings for its current fleet of 11 ferries, fitted with mtu propulsion systems.

The 7,000-ton Vertom Patty, powered by Volvo Penta marine gensets, has already reduced CO2 emissions by 30% in its first few months of operation.

Volvo Penta will supply its advanced Inboard Performance System (IPS) for the world’s first retrofitted, electric crew transfer vessel (E-CTV).

MAN Engines' D2862 V12 has been CARB CHC Level 3 certified for medium and heavy duty commercial marine applications

Volvo Penta powered Alilauro's Giove JET, in service in the Gulf of Naples, the first passenger catamaran with a quadruple IPS 30 installation

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Informa Markets, a leading global exhibition and conference organiser, announced the launch of the first-ever Africa Energy Expo, set to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, from 04 to 06 November 2024.

FPT Industrial and Longen Power recently signed a comprehensive partnership agreement on the export of various types of emission models engines to different regions around the world, embarking on a new chapter of cooperation.

Volvo Penta’s most powerful engine – the D17 – supports the current business needs of industrial customers as well as their future demands as they navigate the energy transition towards decarbonization using renewable fuels.

Rolls-Royce has supplied eight mtu containerized gas generator sets and four additional mtu 20V 4000 L64 FNER engines for a gas-fired power plant servicing a large oil and gas production site in Oman.

Data Center Nation Milan is regarded as the premier event for the Data Center industry in Italy. We saw Isotta Fraschini Motori, Cummins and Rolls-Royce Power Systems

AS Labruna, with sister company LF, and FPT Industrial have extended distribution agreement to industrial engines for Southern Italy, Middle East and North Africa

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Powertrain organized the webinar “Biomethane: the right way for decarbonization and a springboard to accelerate the transition to hydrogen?”. If you missed it, watch the replay here!

Powertrain organizes the webinar “Biomethane: the right way for decarbonization and a springboard to accelerate the transition to hydrogen?”. The web event will be broadcasted on November 23 at 3pm CET. Sign up now!

Powertrain, together with fellow website Sustainable Truck&Van, organizes the webinar "Zero emission commercial vehicles. Is e-axle the leading solution for powertrain efficiency?". The web event will be broadcasted on June 13 at 3pm CEST. Sign up now!

The web event ‘Off-road powertrain. Is it multitasking (or not anymore?)’ was held on November 11 as part of the Sustainable Powertrain Tour. We had the opportunity to talk about the new frontiers of sustainability in off-road applications along with primary consultancy firms, international trade as…

The web event 'Biomethane and smart grids. The Eco-CHP' was held on 15 July as part of the Sustainable Powertrain Tour. We had the opportunity to talk about the new frontiers of sustainability in power generation and combined heat and power with some of the major companies and institutions involved …

On July 15 at 4pm CEST, we'll be talking about power generation, focusing our attention on the ways to achieve a more sustainable energy production. The full line up of speakers from Cogen Europe, REN21, Himoinsa, 2G and Caterpillar.

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The Himoinsa Convention, which took place in Murcia, Spain from the 3rd to the 5th of October 2023, brought together a network of dealers, partners, and industry professionals for an immersive experience showcasing the company's latest industrial projects, factory expansions, and innovative products…

Volvo Penta is expanding its power generation business into battery energy storage systems (BESS) with OEMs. Volvo Penta’s modular and scalable solution is intended for integration into manufacturers’ BESS applications to accelerate market entry.

Himoinsa is celebrating the results of the installation of photovoltaic plants at its production centres. A prime example is the installation of solar panels on the roof of its Spanish headquarters with a total capacity of 550 kW, enabling it to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 250,000 kg per year. Wat…

When Mammoet was approached by freight forwarder UTC Overseas to assist with the transportation of eleven 287t engines to a remote location in San Antonio, Colombia, it quickly determined that the obvious route wasn’t necessarily the most efficient. The engines were required for the construction of …

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Clean City and HyMove presented GameChanger1, the first hydrogen powered generator for fast charging of EVs in the Netherlands

Lhyfe and Ugitech, a subsidiary of Swiss Steel Group, the world leader in long stainless steel products, have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding for the creation of a green hydrogen production unit at Ugitech’s Ugine site (Savoie, France), to decarbonise part of the steelmaker’s …

Lhyfe is offering green hydrogen players the chance to coordinate their efforts on a unique digital platform to consolidate and accelerate the deployment of the sector and decarbonisation. The hydrogen sector now has a digital platform for buying and selling green hydrogen in just a few clicks, anyw…

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A full range of new Volvo truck models can now be powered by 100% biodiesel, offering another renewable fuel choice for customers looking to reduce CO2 emissions from transport here and now.

The Council of the European Union on May 13, 2024, formally adopted the regulation on CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles, amending and strengthening the existing EU rules.

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Under the new JDA, Altris will focus on developing the sodium ion cell technology for low-voltage applications, while Clarios will leverage its expertise in Battery Management Systems (BMS), software, and system integration to design the battery system.

To meet the increased demand for sustainable heating solutions in the lithium-ion battery, semiconductor and automotive markets, Kanthal will expand its production capacity in Sakura, Japan, an investment of approximately SEK 100 million.

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