Cyient, a global provider of intelligent engineering solutions, has secured a strategic contract to support GreenH Bodø in developing and executing a hydrogen production and distribution facility at Langstranda in Bodø, Norway. This initiative forms part of a joint venture between GreenH and Luxcara. GreenH is a Norway-based company specializing in infrastructure for producing and distributing green hydrogen derived from renewable energy. Luxcara, an independent asset manager headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, is dedicated to advancing renewable energy projects across Europe.The Bodø project marks a significant advancement in Norway’s renewable energy strategy, with a focus on supplying green hydrogen to the…
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SGS, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, has expanded its battery testing and certification capabilities at the Suwanee laboratory near Atlanta, Georgia. As a trusted partner to the battery industry, SGS now offers enhanced support to manufacturers and operators pursuing certification for batteries used in light electric vehicles (LEVs) and energy storage system (ESS) applications. This expansion enables the lab’s expert team to test LEV and ESS modules or cell blocks up to 100V and currents up to 1200A, serving residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The development increases SGS’s local testing scope by 20% and extends voltage testing…
IndiGo, India’s leading airline, has announced plans to enter into a strategic agreement with Accor, a global leader in hospitality, to offer unique travel and accommodation benefits to their respective loyalty program members. As part of this broader partnership, IndiGo and Accor will collaborate through their loyalty programs – IndiGo BluChip and ALL – Accor Live Limitless. In the coming weeks, the two companies will work on shaping a comprehensive engagement framework aimed at launching a compelling joint value proposition designed to deepen customer loyalty and drive stronger member engagement. This first-of-its-kind alliance between IndiGo’s BluChip Rewards and Accor’s ALL…
Cyient DLM, a leader in design-led manufacturing, has expanded its strategic partnership with Deutsche Aircraft, a renowned German regional aircraft manufacturer. As part of this collaboration, Cyient DLM will design, develop, and manufacture the Cabin Management System (CMS) for the D328eco, a next-generation 40-seater regional turboprop. This initiative represents a major milestone, being one of Deutsche Aircraft’s first electronic programmes to be designed and manufactured entirely in India, supporting the government’s “Make in India” vision. The selected CMS features an intuitive touchscreen interface, allowing both crew and passengers to seamlessly control cabin functions such as lighting, passenger signs, and lavatory…
GreenLine Mobility Solutions Ltd., an Essar venture and India’s only green logistics operator using LNG and electric-powered heavy trucks, has secured a $275 million equity investment to fast-track the decarbonization of the country’s heavy trucking industry. Among the backers is Nikhil Kamath, who has invested $20 million, highlighting growing investor confidence in India’s green logistics transformation. This funding will enable GreenLine to roll out over 10,000 low-emission LNG and EV trucks and build a nationwide network of 100 LNG refueling stations, EV charging hubs, and battery swapping facilities. The initiative is expected to cut 1 million tonnes of carbon emissions…
UPM Raflatac has set a new labeling industry standard by embedding product footprint data directly into customer quotes. These product footprints, known as product passport prototypes (PPPs), provide label converters with transparent environmental data, helping them to make informed material choices and to reduce Scope 3 emissions* at source. The PPPs are automatically linked to UPM Raflatac quote documents, giving its customers a full assessment of their label material’s environmental impact. Each PPP offers an array of environmental metrics over the entire lifecycle of the label, enabling converters to assess and minimize their footprint, even at the early purchasing stage.…
JIKA, a leading specialist in data centre infrastructure projects, announces its participation in DCD>Connect | MENA – Dubai, a premier event for professionals designing, building, and operating next-generation data centres. The event will take place in Dubai on April 15-16, this year, bringing together key industry leaders to explore innovative and sustainable solutions for the AI-driven data centre era. DCD>Connect | MENA – Dubai will host over 800 senior leaders and experts from the data centre industry, who are working on the Middle East and North Africa’s largest data centre projects. It will feature at least 130 expert speakers, 60+…
Sekisui Specialty Chemicals has announced a global price increase for its Selvol product line, including Selvol Polyvinyl Alcohol, Selvol Ultiloc, Selvol Ultalux, and Selvol Premiol, with specific amounts detailed in the accompanying table. Region Increase: North America $200/mt Latin America $200/mt Asia $200/mt EMEA 200€/mt This pricing adjustment will take effect on May 15, 2025, or as permitted by existing contracts and agreements. Sekisui remains dedicated to delivering high-quality products and urges customers to contact their local Sekisui sales representatives for further information. The Selvol line, which is Sekisui’s flagship offering features high-performance polyvinyl alcohol polymers and copolymers used…
Greaves Cotton Limited, a trusted name in engineering with a 165-year legacy, has announced a strategic partnership with Chara Technologies to reshape the electric mobility sector. The collaboration will leverage Chara’s cutting-edge technology in manufacturing synchronous reluctance motors and controllers free from rare-earth magnets. These components will be exclusively manufactured by Greaves and assembled at its advanced facility in Shendra, Aurangabad, serving both automotive and non-automotive sectors, including L5 three-wheelers, golf carts, and four-wheelers. This alliance brings together Chara’s deep expertise in motor systems with Greaves’ robust capabilities in R&D and manufacturing scale. Chara’s unique motor technology eliminates electromagnetic losses…
Zebra Technologies Corporation, a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline operations, has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its channel partner network across India. With a strategic focus on emerging business hubs, the company aims to broaden its national footprint and deepen its market impact. At the India Partner Summit held in Jaipur, Zebra introduced a suite of initiatives designed to strengthen its local presence and inspire partner-driven innovation. The event highlighted upcoming product developments and India-specific strategies, with active participation from industry leaders and Zebra’s executive team, underscoring the company’s vision for collaborative, innovation-led growth. “India’s vast potential drives…
Fresh Blends, a leading provider of turnkey iced and frozen beverage solutions, proudly introduces its new chef-crafted, certified organic menu. This menu has been created in response to the rising demand for healthier, more natural smoothie choices. Featuring all-natural ingredients and free from artificial colors, sweeteners, high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), and preservatives, the new menu aligns perfectly with today’s consumer preferences for clean-label beverages. Designed with wellness and convenience in mind, the organic smoothies are USDA Smart Snack compliant, making them an excellent fit for K–12 school programs aiming to meet federal nutrition standards. Each smoothie provides between two to…
