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AUGUST 15, 2019

Toray Advanced Composites and BASF signed a manufacturing and supply agreement focused on the production of continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRT) tapes for the automotive and industrial markets. The fiber manufacturer will reinforce BASF’s Ultramid PA6 (Polyamide) resins with either glass fiber or with carbon fiber.

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Supplies Industrial Industry Carbon Fiber 191

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APRIL 25, 2022

Global automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler has signed a five-year contract with Norwegian company REEtec AS for the purchase of rare earth oxides. Rare earths play an important role in the automotive and industrial segments. The off-take agreement will supply REEtec with 750tons NdPr per year over 5 years.

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Supplies Norway Motors Motoring 259

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MARCH 16, 2023

Chart Industries and ZEV Stations executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) enabling the two companies to collaborate on novel deployment for US-based, multimodal hydrogen stations with Chart equipment. Chart’s cutting-edge hydrogen equipment is a great complement to ZEV Station’s novel system integration.

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Hydrogen Industrial Industry United States 273

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MARCH 18, 2022

Wärtsilä has developed a dedicated fuel supply system for methanol—MethanolPac—as interest grows in the methanol pathway to decarbonize shpping. The MethanolPac fuel supply system and Wärtsilä 32 Methanol engine comprise a full solution for methanol in marine applications. © Wärtsilä Corporation.

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JULY 27, 2020

Volkswagen, together with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and integration partner Siemens, is opening up the Industrial Cloud ( earlier post ) to other manufacturing and technology companies. This way, a rapidly growing range of industrial software applications for Volkswagen’s plants will be created. This way, everyone will benefit.

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JULY 15, 2022

The challenge of meeting Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 “will be short-circuited and remain out of reach” unless significant new copper supply comes online in a timely way, according to a new study by S&P Global that examines the growing mismatch between available copper supply and future demand resulting from the energy transition.

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DECEMBER 11, 2022

STMicroelectronics has released high-power modules for electric vehicles that boost performance and driving range. ST’s SiC-MOSFET-based power modules are the right choice for our traction inverters, enabling longer range. ST has already supplied STPOWER SiC devices for more than three million mass-produced passenger cars worldwide.

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Power Powered Range DC 435

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JUNE 15, 2022

WinGD and Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Engine Machinery Division (EMD) are to collaborate on delivering the first WinGD engine capable of running on ammonia. It will set the path for a new generation of two-stroke engine technology applicable to a wide range of cargo vessels in the coming decades.

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Engine Hyundai Industrial Industry 284

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JANUARY 19, 2022

Nikola and Proterra announced a strategic, multi-year supply agreement to power Nikola zero-emission semi-trucks with Proterra’s battery technology. With the growing demand for the Nikola Tre BEV and FCEV, we have actively pursued battery supply through a dual source strategy. —Mark Russell, Nikola CEO.

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DECEMBER 13, 2022

The worldwide semiconductor industry is projected to invest more than $500 billion in 84 volume chipmaking facilities starting construction from 2021 to 2023, with segments including automotive and high-performance computing (HPC) fueling the spending increases, SEMI announced in its latest quarterly World Fab Forecast report.

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MARCH 8, 2023

onsemi, a provider of intelligent power and sensing technologies, announced a long-term supply agreement (LTSA) with BMW AG for onsemi’s EliteSiC technology in BMW’s electric drivetrains for 400 V DC Bus. onsemi’s latest EliteSiC 750 V M3 die is used in a full bridge power module delivering several hundred kilowatts of power.

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DC Supplies BMW Power 210

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NOVEMBER 18, 2022

and General Motors signed a term sheet for the long-term supply of battery grade nickel sulfate from Vale’s proposed plant at Bécancour, Québec, Canada. This agreement secures for GM a supply of nickel sulfate from a US free-trade partner to support GM’s fast-growing EV production needs in North America.

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Canada Supplies GM GMC 199

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DECEMBER 6, 2022

China is the leading graphite producer, dominating the entire supply chain for lithium-ion batteries. It’s encouraging to see green and local initiatives like UP Catalyst’s, which could help to ensure a much more sustainable supply chain while clogging a major supply gap. Stefan Permien, CEO of UniverCell Holding GmbH.

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Carbon Supplies Molten Salt Batteries 186

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JANUARY 24, 2020

Norway-based energy company Equinor has contracted with Eidesvik Offshore for the Viking Energy supply vessel, which is being retrofitted to make it capable of covering long distances fueled by carbon-free ammonia. The vessel will transport supplies to installations on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS). The Viking Energy.

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Supplies Fuel Green 2003 395

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MAY 23, 2021

Around 80% of the approximately 7,500 GWh produced by the wind park will be supplied as green electricity for innovative technologies for CO 2 reduction and thus power the transformation of BASF sites in Germany, especially the Verbund site in Ludwigshafen. RWE will develop, build and operate the wind park. BASF will own a stake.

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Wind Hydrogen Green Industrial 416

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NOVEMBER 19, 2021

GlobalFoundries (GF), a global leader in feature-rich semiconductor manufacturing, and Ford Motor Company announced a strategic collaboration to advance semiconductor manufacturing and technology development within the United States, aiming to boost chip supplies for Ford and the US automotive industry. billion units expected by 2024.

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Supplies Ford Auto Auto Industry 186

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MAY 11, 2022

STMicroelectronics is supplying silicon carbide (SiC) technology for eMPack electric-vehicle (EV) power modules from Semikron, a leading manufacturer of power modules and systems. SiC is becoming the automotive industry’s preferred power technology for EV traction drives, contributing to greater driving range and reliability.

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Supplies Power Powered Manufacturer 186

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MAY 10, 2023

million by government, matched by industry to a total £7.9 The HYER Power project will develop a hydrogen fuel cell range extender module that will integrate into electric vehicles used for specialist applications such as ambulances, fire engines and street sweepers. ULEMCo has been awarded £3.9

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Range Fuel Hydrogen Emissions 225

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

and Toyota Motor Corporation have jointly developed a fuel cell power supply vehicle that uses hydrogen to generate electricity. Many of the current generation of power supply vehicles use diesel engines to provide power to the vehicle on the road and when generating electricity.

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Supplies Toyota Hydrogen Power 396

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MAY 12, 2022

NFI Industries—a leading third-party supply chain solutions provider—is increasing its investment in electromobility solutions with its latest order of 60 Volvo VNR Electric trucks. —Bill Bliem, senior vice president of fleet services at NFI. Earlier post.)

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JULY 13, 2021

Electric Last Mile Solutions (ELMS), a designer of intelligent, e-mobility workstations for the last mile, signed a binding, long-term supply agreement with Liuzhou Wuling Automobile Industry Co., A Class 1 vehicle has a GVWR of 6,000 less or less.

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Miles Supplies Motors Motoring 259

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DECEMBER 24, 2021

The zero-emission electric commercial vehicle market has a challenge at its core: battery sourcing and supply conditions. It’s critically important to understand the issues and complexities of the commercial vehicle industry’s battery needs and challenges.

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APRIL 7, 2022

In total, an amount in the low nine-figure USD range is flowing into HIF Global LLC. The additional capital will be used to develop industrial eFuel facilities in Chile, the US and Australia, which have large supplies of renewable energy. AME remains the majority shareholder of HIF Global LLC.

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Porsche Chile Global Industrial 243

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DECEMBER 3, 2021

TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has launched high volume production supply of various fluid products for the global Mercedes-Benz AG programs C-Class, GLC and E-Class hybrid electric vehicles (HEV). Mercedes-Benz is a key strategic OEM for TIFS.

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Mercedes Supplies Global South Africa 170

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AUGUST 27, 2021

ZeroAvia will supplement on-site electrolysis hydrogen production with supply from Octopus Hydrogen in order to power its HyFlyer II project—a UK Government-backed program to develop a certifiable 600 kW hydrogen-electric fuel cell powertrain which will power a 19-seat aircraft with 500 nautical mile range. Prices start at £5.30

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Hydrogen Supplies Green Energy Storage 199

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MARCH 24, 2021

To support these developments and be able to offer a complete and competitive Renault Trucks range on the market, the company is setting up an organization dedicated to electric mobility. Renault Trucks now offers a comprehensive all-electric range, from 3.1 By 2040, all our vehicle ranges will be 100% fossil-free. to 26 tonnes.

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Range Market Volvo Electric 459

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NOVEMBER 12, 2021

outlined a technology roadmap to support its vision to reinvent the aluminum industry for a sustainable future. Today, there is a vast supply of aluminum scrap that can only be used for limited applications due its combination of impurities. Alcoa Corp. The Refinery of the Future: Targeting zero-carbon emissions alumina refining.

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Industrial Industry Carbon Emissions 210

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DECEMBER 1, 2021

General Motors has joined the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA), adding another element to company programs that support the sustainability and human rights of the EV supply chain. GM already requires suppliers to meet its standards and adhere to company values throughout the supply chain.

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GM Supplies Nickel Lithium Renewable 186

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Japan and France have agreed to share information and explore deeper cooperation on the automotive industry. Enhancement of the automotive battery supply chain. The teams will share views on the development of the reuse of batteries and the perspectives of standardization on related issues, such as the residual evaluation of batteries.

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France Japan Industrial Industry 191

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MARCH 4, 2021

The transition to electric vehicles has the potential to reshape much of the industry, including the supply base. —Stephen Smith, Chairman, President and CEO, Amsted Industries. This has the potential to extend electric vehicle driving range or reduce electric motor and battery requirements.

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JULY 25, 2023

a Panasonic Group company to supply the battery giant with Nexeon’s advanced silicon-based anode material that has the potential to increase the energy density of lithium-ion cells by up to 50%. This collaboration will help us drive growth of the lithium-ion battery industry and accelerate the world towards a net-zero emissions future.

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Lithium Ion Supplies Energy Commercial 150

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JUNE 8, 2020

Under this agreement, Constellium will supply Airbus with a broad range of advanced aluminum rolled and extruded products, including wing skin panels, sheets for fuselage panels, and rectangular and pre-machined plates for structural components. The new 10-year agreement supports all Airbus programs.

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West Virginia Supplies France Production 221

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AUGUST 26, 2021

ENEOS Corporation and Origin Energy signed a memorandum of understanding to conduct a study on a potential business collaboration for the development of a CO 2 -free hydrogen supply chain between Japan and Australia. Specifically, Origin will focus on use of renewable energy supply and water electrolysis cells for hydrogen production.

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Australia Japan Hydrogen Supplies 221

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

and their partners, designed and built a fuel cell range extender system for battery-electric buses. ElringKlinger AG supplied the fuel cell stacks, which reportedly achieved excellent results. Still, right to the end of the project, the stacks were in their specified power range.”.

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Hydrogen Fuel Range Electric 435

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OCTOBER 22, 2021

INOVYN, a subsidiary of INEOS, plans to upgrade existing production at its Runcorn Site so that it can supply compressed fuel-cell quality hydrogen to mobility and power generation sectors. INOVYN manufactures a wide range of chemicals that are used as raw materials in almost every industrial process. Earlier post.).

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Hydrogen Supplies Fuel Power 221

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MAY 6, 2021

Demand outlooks and supply vulnerabilities vary widely by mineral, but the energy sector’s overall needs for critical minerals could increase by as much as six times by 2040, depending on how rapidly governments act to reduce emissions. Ensure adequate investment in diversified sources of new supply. Source: IEA. Source: IEA.

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The partnership comes as the European auto industry readies for a “battery passport” that will trace the content and carbon footprint of EV cells sold in Europe. Circulor CEO Douglas Johnson-Poensgen said the company was currently talking to companies up and down the EV battery cell supply chain.

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Carbon Supplies Auto Emissions 97