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New Lloyd’s / Maersk quantitative risk assessment of ammonia as marine fuel recommends range of risk mitigation methods

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Seen as one of the most promising alternative fuels for the maritime energy transition, ammonia can be combusted with almost no carbon dioxide emissions. However, using ammonia as a shipping fuel can create potential safety hazards, including toxicity. Care of our seafarers and strong safety management are imperative.

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Renault Group and Geely Holding launch Horse Powertrain Ltd. based in London – ET Auto

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Supported by the transfer of Intellectual Property from Renault Group and Geely, Horse Powertrain Limited is now fully autonomous in developing future powertrain technologies capable of addressing all market expectations, notably in the field of alternative fuels such as green methanol, ethanol, and hydrogen.

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Brakes India and ADVICS plan JV for advanced braking systems production in India – ET Auto

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To begin with, the products manufactured at the JV company will be supplied to the Indian Light Vehicle market through the parent companies.” Keizo Oda, Chief India Officer, ADVICS, said, “We are respecting decades of experience and capability of Brakes India in Indian automotive industry.

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MITEI Mobility Systems Center awards four projects for low-carbon transportation research

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To use these insights to posit how changes to infrastructure, equipment, and policies could help shape travel recovery to be more sustainable and equitable. In the transition toward a low-carbon transportation system, refueling infrastructure is crucial for the viability of any alternative fuel vehicle. —Jinhua Zhao.

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IMO selects DNV to investigate potential for LNG-fueled shipping in North American ECA

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In practice, says the IMO, this means that, within an ECA, ships must burn fuel oil of a lower sulfur content. Natural gas is a widely available, cleaner burning fuel across North America, but availability of LNG is limited, as the demand and supply side are waiting for each other, partly held up by logistical problems.

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CEO’s Take On 2024: Demand for feature-rich, safe, connected and electric vehicles to drive auto parts industry, says Bosch India chief – ET Auto

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We anticipate substantial growth potential in supplying to OEMs’ and this could result in vendor diversification. We are also investing heavily in localisation, development of supply chain and in manufacturing to ensure that we have optimum cost points for the Indian OEMs.

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CEO’s Take on 2024: Cost efficiency and tech skills make India a global force in auto parts sector, says Nirmal K. Minda, CMD, Uno Minda – ET Auto

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It is important to acknowledge that geopolitical uncertainties pose a potential risk of escalating commodity prices and supply chain disruptions. Q: What is your view on the readiness of the component industry for the shift towards adoption of multiple fuel technologies and electric vehicles (EVs) in 2024?

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