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BAE Systems to supply up to 600 electric power and propulsion systems for new transit buses in Ireland

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BAE Systems has been selected by Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) and the Republic of Ireland’s National Transport Authority (NTA) to supply up to 600 electric power and propulsion systems for its new fleet of buses in Ireland. The selection includes an initial order for 100 systems.

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Volkswagen global EV production network grows with launch of second German site in Emden

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Volkswagen is expanding its global production network for electric vehicles by now starting to make the all-electric ID.4 4’s start-up is on schedule, despite the global challenges during the two-year conversion phase. The global production network will then grow to five locations. 4 in Emden. Chattanooga (ID.4)

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Neste to acquire Walco Foods to strengthen its renewable raw material sourcing

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With this acquisition we continue to build a global waste and residue raw material platform and add trading capabilities in Ireland. The in-depth knowledge and market understanding developed over the years has helped Walco Foods become a leading animal fat and by-products trading company in Ireland.

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Siemens Energy, FFI and GeoPura developing prototype ammonia cracker to produce hydrogen

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—Steve Scrimshaw, VP at Siemens Energy UK & Ireland and a member of the UK Government’s Hydrogen Advisory Council. It can be used for storing large amounts of hydrogen in a liquid form that builds on existing global supply chain infrastructure. GeoPura plans to use this hydrogen to supply Hydrogen Power Units (HPUs).

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Logan Energy to support delivery of Holyhead Hydrogen Hub in Wales

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The Holyhead Hydrogen Hub Feasibility Study found that the preferred configuration for a hydrogen supply system at Holyhead is based on a “hub-and-spoke” model, whereby hydrogen is produced at a centralized hub and can be supplied to on-site refueling stations or transported to those sited elsewhere to meet customers’ demands.

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ACIA Aero Leasing LOI with Universal Hydrogen for up to 30 regional aircraft conversions to hydrogen power

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earlier post ) has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with ACIA Aero Leasing (ACIA), a regional aircraft lessor with offices in Ireland, France, Canada, Mauritius, and South Africa. Universal Hydrogen Co.

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Global CO2 emissions stalled for the third year in a row

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The annual assessment of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by the JRC and the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency (PBL) confirms that CO 2 emissions have stalled for the third year in a row. Emissions from international transport (aviation and shipping) contribute another 3% to the total global GHG emissions.

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