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Neste invests in Sunfire, developer of high-temperature electrolysis and Power-to-X solutions

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The use of steam instead of liquid water for electrolysis significantly increases the efficiency of the process and is specifically well-suited for industrial application where process heat is available. In October 2019, Sunfire signed a cooperation agreement with the French major energy company Total SA.

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Rolls-Royce and ASI Mining plan to optimize MTU engines for autonomous operations

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ASI Mining is an industry leader in the development and sales of high-tech autonomous solutions for mining equipment and other machinery in a wide range of applications. For these applications, MTU engines provide high performance, reliability and availability as well as a maintenance-friendly construction. Autonomous Solutions, Inc.

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BMW Group and Microsoft launch Open Manufacturing Platform

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The Open Manufacturing Platform (OMP) is designed to break down these barriers through the creation of an open technology framework and cross-industry community. The goal is to accelerate future Industrial IoT developments, shorten time to value and drive production efficiencies while addressing common industrial challenges.

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Plug Power launches 30 kW ProGen fuel cell system

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The ProGen 30kW engine provides a cost-effective solution to meet the needs of today’s electric vehicle (EV) use-case, including high utilization, extended runtimes, reliable performance in harsh environments, rapid fueling, and zero emissions. 1 key trend in the automotive industry until 2025.

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MIT Task Force on the Work of the Future suggests widespread autonomous driving at least a decade away

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Building on the Task Force’s interim 2019 report, “Work of the Future: Shaping Technologies and Institutions,” MIT Task Force members are providing analysis on topics including manufacturing, health care, tax reform, skills/training, and emerging technologies such as collaborative robotics and additive manufacturing.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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The implementation of this industrial and commercial ecosystem will take place gradually between 2021 and 2024, replacing the production of new vehicles. Groupe Renault is creating the REFACTORY in Flins, the first European circular economy site dedicated to mobility. By 2030, it will employ more than 3,000 people in dedicated professions.

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Bridgestone to acquire TomTom’s telematics business for $1B in cash

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The transaction is anticipated to be completed latest in the second quarter of 2019, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions such as regulatory approvals. . €750 million will be distributed to TomTom shareholders by means of a capital repayment, combined with a share consolidation.

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