European emission standards

Press release - Euro 7: Parliament adopts measures to reduce road transport emissions

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Euro 7: Parliament adopts measures to reduce road transport emissions

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  • Euro 7: Parliament adopts measures to reduce road transport emissions
    - Road vehicles to stay cleaner for longer, improving air quality
    - Lower exhaust emissions limits for buses and trucks
    - New measures to limit particle emissions from tyres and brakes and to increase battery durability
    - Environmental Vehicle Passport to contain information on environmental performance
    On Wednesday, MEPs gave their green light to new EU rules to reduce emissions from passenger cars, vans, buses, trucks and trailers.
  • Vehicles will need to comply with the new standards for longer, ensuring they remain cleaner throughout their lifetime.
  • Reducing emissions, increasing battery durability
    For passenger cars and vans, the current Euro 6 test conditions and exhaust emissions limits will be maintained.
  • The current emission limits apply to cars and vans (Euro 6) and to buses, trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles (Euro VI).

Spectaire Enhances Production to 500 Units Monthly Due to Unprecedented Market Demand

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
RDE, MLab, European emission standards, Gas, Real, Fossil fuel, Renewable energy

To meet this extraordinary demand and guarantee prompt delivery to its clientele, Spectaire is substantially upgrading its production facilities.

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  • To meet this extraordinary demand and guarantee prompt delivery to its clientele, Spectaire is substantially upgrading its production facilities.
  • "Elevating our production to 500 units monthly by August 2024 is a significant achievement for Spectaire.
  • Moreover, Spectaire acknowledges the collaboration with partners and customers in developing the latest Oil & Gas units.
  • With flexible subscription plans ranging from $100 monthly to $10000 annually per unit, Spectaire is set to make a significant impact on global emissions reduction efforts.

NFI subsidiary Alexander Dennis’ next-gen Enviro400EV confirmed as the most efficient battery-electric double-decker tested via Zemo in the UK

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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LARBERT, United Kingdom, Feb. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (NFI or the Company), a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, subsidiary Alexander Dennis Limited (Alexander Dennis) today announced that its next-generation Enviro400EV electric double decker has completed the Zemo Partnership’s zero-emission bus testing and certification program.

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  • The work, which was undertaken at UTAC’s approved test facility at Millbrook Proving Ground, confirms an average energy consumption of just 0.67kWh/km across the UK Bus Cycle.
  • This makes the next-generation Enviro400EV the most efficient battery-electric double decker tested to Zemo Partnership standards to date, delivering a 10% efficiency advantage over competitors’ vehicles of comparable battery size.
  • The UK Bus Cycle represents a mix of common operating conditions with separate phases modelled on inner urban, outer urban and rural routes.
  • NFI offers the widest range of zero-emission battery and fuel cell-electric buses and coaches, and its vehicles have completed over 150 million EV service miles.

Automotive Exhaust Gas Sensors Market to grow by USD 10.4 billion from 2022 to 2027; market is fragmented due to the presence of prominent companies like ABB Ltd., Analog Devices Inc. and Broadcom Inc., many more

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Monday, January 15, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The automotive exhaust gas sensors market is estimated to grow by USD 10.4 billion from 2022 to 2027, growing at a CAGR of  6.72%.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The automotive exhaust gas sensors market is estimated to grow by USD 10.4 billion from 2022 to 2027, growing at a CAGR of  6.72%.
  • The automotive exhaust gas sensors market is fragmented owing to the presence of many global and regional companies.
  • The Automotive Exhaust Gas Sensors market is witnessing significant growth driven by increasing regulatory compliance and environmental concerns.
  • The commercial vehicle retarder market is forecast to increase by USD 356.82 million at a CAGR of 4.4% between 2023 and 2028.

Spectaire Launches into European Trucking Market with Signed Distribution Agreement

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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WATERTOWN, Mass., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectaire Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SPEC), an innovator in air quality monitoring and emissions reduction technology, today announced a strategic distribution agreement with MLab, alongside their service and distribution partner Mosolf, to bring the cutting-edge AireCore emissions measurement system to the European trucking market.

Key Points: 
  • WATERTOWN, Mass., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectaire Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SPEC), an innovator in air quality monitoring and emissions reduction technology, today announced a strategic distribution agreement with MLab, alongside their service and distribution partner Mosolf, to bring the cutting-edge AireCore emissions measurement system to the European trucking market.
  • This partnership marks a significant step in Spectaire's expansion, leveraging MLabs' network and Mosolf's expertise in trucking, sales, service, and distribution to introduce AireCore systems across Europe.
  • The European commercial trucking market represents a vast opportunity for Spectaire's technology.
  • Additional Information: For more details on the Spectaire and MLab partnership and the AireCore emissions measurement technology, please visit www.spectaire.com .

Westport Awarded Development Contract with a Global Heavy Truck Manufacturer to Adapt and Commercialize Next Gen LNG HPDI™ Fuel System for the Euro 7 Vehicle Platform

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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The value of the development program is estimated to be USD$33 million and will be funded by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

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  • The value of the development program is estimated to be USD$33 million and will be funded by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
  • Work on the program is already underway with a targeted launch of the new LNG and liquified biomethane fueled product within a few years.
  • The program marks Westport's next major engagement with the OEM to develop low carbon solutions for heavy-duty trucking with the development of Westport's Next Generation LNG HPDI fuel system encompassing on and off engine components.
  • This new fuel system is an evolution of the existing HPDI LNG truck application from the OEM that is commercially available today and has been on the road for several years.

Westport Awarded Development Contract with a Global Heavy Truck Manufacturer to Adapt and Commercialize Next Gen LNG HPDI™ Fuel System for the Euro 7 Vehicle Platform

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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The value of the development program is estimated to be USD$33 million and will be funded by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

Key Points: 
  • The value of the development program is estimated to be USD$33 million and will be funded by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
  • Work on the program is already underway with a targeted launch of the new LNG and liquified biomethane fueled product within a few years.
  • The program marks Westport's next major engagement with the OEM to develop low carbon solutions for heavy-duty trucking with the development of Westport's Next Generation LNG HPDI fuel system encompassing on and off engine components.
  • This new fuel system is an evolution of the existing HPDI LNG truck application from the OEM that is commercially available today and has been on the road for several years.

Westport Joins Forces with Transportation and Energy Partners to Demonstrate ICE Hydrogen-Powered Transport in Sweden

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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The collaboration between Westport and key transportation and energy partners includes:

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  • The collaboration between Westport and key transportation and energy partners includes:
    KAJ Inrikes, fleet operator, a "green-focused" haulage company, performing transport for IKEA and other key customers in the Älmhult and Jönköping area.
  • Metacon AB, hydrogen fuel provider, a Sweden-based supplier of energy technology, including electolyzers and reformers for refining biogas into fossil-free hydrogen.
  • Hydri AB, hydrogen infrastructure company, building and operating a complete network of green hydrogen refueling stations in Sweden.
  • Kaj Johansson, president of KAJ Inrikes, commented, "As the first heavy transport hauler in Sweden to be Euro VI compliant, we take emissions reduction very seriously.

Westport Joins Forces with Transportation and Energy Partners to Demonstrate ICE Hydrogen-Powered Transport in Sweden

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Westport Fuel Systems Inc. ("Westport" or the "Company") (TSX: WPRT) (Nasdaq: WPRT), a leading supplier of advanced alternative fuel systems and components for the global transportation industry, today announced the successful completion of a heavy transport demonstration with KAJ Inrikes and others, of its H2 HPDI™ fuel system-equipped prototype truck hauling a trailer filled with IKEA home-furnishing products in Älmhult, Sweden. This is the second validation of the H2 HPDI system in a heavy haul application with a major fleet in the last 60 days1 and represents an important step in accelerating decarbonization in the heavy-duty transport industry.

Key Points: 
  • The collaboration between Westport and key transportation and energy partners includes:
    KAJ Inrikes, fleet operator, a "green-focused" haulage company, performing transport for IKEA and other key customers in the Älmhult and Jönköping area.
  • Metacon AB, hydrogen fuel provider, a Sweden-based supplier of energy technology, including electolyzers and reformers for refining biogas into fossil-free hydrogen.
  • Hydri AB, hydrogen infrastructure company, building and operating a complete network of green hydrogen refueling stations in Sweden.
  • Kaj Johansson, president of KAJ Inrikes, commented, "As the first heavy transport hauler in Sweden to be Euro VI compliant, we take emissions reduction very seriously.

Adblue Market to Reach $66.7 Billion, Globally, by 2032 at 7.3% CAGR: Allied Market Research

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "Adblue Market by Method (Pre-Combustion and Post-Combustion), and Application (Commercial Vehicles, Non-Road Mobile Machines, Cars and Passenger Vehicles, Railways, and Others): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2022-2032". According to the report, the global Adblue market was valued at $33.1 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $66.7 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 7.3% from 2023 to 2032.

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  • Increased demand for Adblue could also occur due to stricter emissions regulations, while geopolitical tensions may lead to supply diversification.
  • The Adblue market in North America has experienced significant growth in recent years due to stricter emissions regulations for diesel vehicles.
  • As a result, Adblue production and consumption have risen, with various manufacturers and suppliers catering to the growing demand.
  • This trend is expected to continue as emissions standards become even more stringent, further boosting the growth of the Adblue market in North America.