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EuroGreen Maritime Secures Seven-Year Charter with Equinor ASA for Four Advanced Hybrid Battery / Dual-Fuel Methanol Tankers with Wingsails

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Monday, April 8, 2024

This transaction represents a significant advancement in green shipping and underscores a shared vision for a cleaner, more sustainable maritime industry.

Key Points: 
  • This transaction represents a significant advancement in green shipping and underscores a shared vision for a cleaner, more sustainable maritime industry.
  • These ships will be managed on behalf of EGM by V.Ships France under this time charter agreement with Equinor upon delivery.
  • Equinor ASA plans to deploy these technologically advanced vessels into product trading activities.
  • This initiative represents a significant step in reducing maritime operations' environmental footprint, further aligning with EGM's and Equinor's sustainability goals.

Leadec has assembled the 500,000th wheel for MAN

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

STUTTGART, Germany and GLIWICE, Poland, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leadec has assembled the 500,000th wheel for the MAN truck plant in Niepołomice, Poland.

Key Points: 
  • STUTTGART, Germany and GLIWICE, Poland, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leadec has assembled the 500,000th wheel for the MAN truck plant in Niepołomice, Poland.
  • Since August 2022, Leadec has taken over wheel and tire assembly for Europe's largest truck assembly plant.
  • "The 500,000th wheel is proof of the excellent cooperation with MAN in all areas, be it operations, quality, or logistics.
  • Ten trucks deliver the fully assembled wheels to the plant every day, ready for immediate use in production.

Plus Appoints Former ZF/WABCO President of the Americas Jon Morrison as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Global Business Expansion

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Plus, a global leader in autonomous driving software solutions that span from next-generation safety to highly automated and self-driving systems, announced today the appointment of Jon Morrison as inaugural Chief Revenue Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Plus, a global leader in autonomous driving software solutions that span from next-generation safety to highly automated and self-driving systems, announced today the appointment of Jon Morrison as inaugural Chief Revenue Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240320854643/en/
    Plus Appoints Former ZF/WABCO President of the Americas Jon Morrison as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Global Business Expansion (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Jon’s distinguished career in the automotive industry and proven track record of success in driving business growth with industry-leading products and new market expansion across both passenger cars and commercial vehicles is incomparable.
  • I am delighted to welcome Jon to our executive team and to leverage his expertise to create sustained growth for our business,” said David Liu, CEO and Co-Founder at Plus.
  • Morrison also previously served as president for North America for American Axle & Manufacturing, where he led a multi-billion dollar revenue business focused on the passenger car and light vehicle market.

MetaCene Announces $10 Million Private A Round Funding, Securing Its Place as a Web3 Gaming Pioneer

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Friday, March 15, 2024

Today, it proudly announces the closure of its $10 million Private A round funding.

Key Points: 
  • Today, it proudly announces the closure of its $10 million Private A round funding.
  • This diverse group of investors exemplifies the immense potential of MetaCene's vision and their confidence in the team's ability to execute.
  • "Investing in MetaCene isn't just about backing a great project; it's about investing in the future of blockchain gaming.
  • We look forward to seeing MetaCene bring the best experience to gamers around the world in the coming Web3 gaming boom."

Plus and Scania, MAN, and Navistar Partner to Accelerate Global Commercial Deployment of Level 4 Autonomous Trucks

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Plus, a global provider of autonomous driving software solutions, announced today a long-term partnership with Scania, MAN and Navistar of the TRATON GROUP for the global commercial deployment of Level 4 autonomous trucks.

Key Points: 
  • Plus, a global provider of autonomous driving software solutions, announced today a long-term partnership with Scania, MAN and Navistar of the TRATON GROUP for the global commercial deployment of Level 4 autonomous trucks.
  • The companies will create a Level 4 commercial autonomous transport solution using Scania, MAN, and Navistar autonomous ready base vehicles and Plus’s autonomous driving software in hub-to-hub operations.
  • The companies will pilot commercial operations with fleets in 2024, then start series production and global commercial deployment at scale.
  • Through its partnerships with world-class fleets, Tier-1 automotive suppliers, vehicle manufacturers, and infrastructure providers, Plus is validating and refining SuperDrive™ for integration into vehicles at the factory level and global commercial deployment.

EQS-News: TRATON very successful in 2023: sales revenue up to around €47 billion, earnings per share more than doubled

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

TRATON very successful in 2023: sales revenue up to around €47 billion, earnings per share more than doubled

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  • TRATON very successful in 2023: sales revenue up to around €47 billion, earnings per share more than doubled
    The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
  • TRATON very successful in 2023: sales revenue up to around €47 billion, earnings per share more than doubled
    Munich, March 5, 2024 – The TRATON GROUP grew its sales revenue by 16% to €46.9 billion (2022: €40.3 billion) in 2023.
  • For the TRATON GROUP, being successful also means driving the transition to a world of sustainable transportation.
  • Despite the resulting decline in sales revenue, Volkswagen Truck & Bus managed to record an adjusted operating return on sales of 8.8%.

MetaCene Announces $10 Million Private A Round Funding, Securing Its Place as a Web3 Gaming Pioneer

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Today, it proudly announces the closure of its $10 million Private A round funding.

Key Points: 
  • Today, it proudly announces the closure of its $10 million Private A round funding.
  • This diverse group of investors exemplifies the immense potential of MetaCene's vision and their confidence in the team's ability to execute.
  • "Investing in MetaCene isn't just about backing a great project; it's about investing in the future of blockchain gaming.
  • We look forward to seeing Metacene bring the best experience to gamers around the world in the coming Web3 gaming boom.

Avanci Welcomes the Volkswagen Group to its 5G Vehicle Licensing Program

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Avanci, the independent global leader in joint licensing solutions, today announced that all car, bus and truck manufacturing brands in the Volkswagen Group are participating as licensees in the Avanci 5G Vehicle licensing program.

Key Points: 
  • Avanci, the independent global leader in joint licensing solutions, today announced that all car, bus and truck manufacturing brands in the Volkswagen Group are participating as licensees in the Avanci 5G Vehicle licensing program.
  • Laurie Fitzgerald, President at Avanci Vehicle, said: “We are delighted that Volkswagen Group is taking part in our licensing program for its next generation of connected vehicles.
  • With the addition of the Volkswagen Group brands, Avanci 5G Vehicle now includes more than 25 automotive brands and over 60 licensors as participants in our global one-stop-solution.”
    Avanci 5G Vehicle builds on the success of Avanci 4G Vehicle.
  • More than 150 million connected vehicles on the world’s roads from almost 100 automotive brands are already covered by an Avanci 4G Vehicle license.

Aker Carbon Capture and MAN Energy Solutions join forces to accelerate CCUS in North America

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

OSLO, Norway, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aker Carbon Capture and MAN Energy Solutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly pursue opportunities related to carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) and CO2 compression in the North American market.

Key Points: 
  • OSLO, Norway, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aker Carbon Capture and MAN Energy Solutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly pursue opportunities related to carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) and CO2 compression in the North American market.
  • The agreement leverages MAN's expertise in compressor technology and system integration, as well as Aker Carbon Capture's proven amine technology and carbon capture products.
  • The adoption of standardized and modularized solutions will contribute to drive scale through cost-efficient developments with optimized energy consumption and delivery time.
  • "We are thrilled to expand our cooperation with MAN Energy Solutions to the North American market, where we see significant potential for CCUS to drive the transition towards net zero", said Jonah Margulis, Head of North America at Aker Carbon Capture.

Aker Carbon Capture and MAN Energy Solutions join forces to accelerate CCUS in North America

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 23, 2024

OSLO, Norway, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aker Carbon Capture and MAN Energy Solutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly pursue opportunities related to carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) and CO2 compression in the North American market.

Key Points: 
  • OSLO, Norway, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aker Carbon Capture and MAN Energy Solutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly pursue opportunities related to carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) and CO2 compression in the North American market.
  • The agreement leverages MAN's expertise in compressor technology and system integration, as well as Aker Carbon Capture's proven amine technology and carbon capture products.
  • The adoption of standardized and modularized solutions will contribute to drive scale through cost-efficient developments with optimized energy consumption and delivery time.
  • "We are thrilled to expand our cooperation with MAN Energy Solutions to the North American market, where we see significant potential for CCUS to drive the transition towards net zero", said Jonah Margulis, Head of North America at Aker Carbon Capture.