Maryline Di Caro, Author at European Battery Alliance

Bombardier (now Alstom) to replace diesel engines by Li-ion batteries on AGC trains

As highlighted by French and international press last week, the French National Railways SNCF takes a big step toward removing fossil fuel as an energy source for its fleet of AGC trains. The fleet consists of 700 trainsets and a large part is either diesel or diesel-electric powered. As an initial step, five trainsets will […]

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Battery drive train for heavy-duty long-haul road transport

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Scania’s latest announcement shows that it is increasingly likely that battery drive train will be chosen for heavy-duty long-haul trucks. The Swedish manufacturer of heavy trucks and busses indeed decided to abandon hydrogen fuel cells. The reason is of course the extremely rapid development on battery and electric drive trains. A few month ago, we

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SK Innovation’s announcement confirms Europe’s position as the global hotspot for the battery industry

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Last week, at the launch of the second IPCEI on batteries, Vice-President Šefčovič declared Europe a global hotspot for battery investments as a result of the actions under the European Battery Alliance. In his statement, he enforced that by 2025 Europe should be manufacturing enough battery cells each year to power at least six million

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FREYR to list on NYSE

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As yet another sign of the growing European battery industry, FREYR A/S announced last week that it will become a publicly listed company on the New York Stock Exchange through a business combination with Alussa Energy Acquisition Corp. FREYR’s mission is to accelerate the decarbonisation of transportation and energy systems by delivering the world’s cleanest

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Finland to follow up EU’s Strategic Action Plan for Batteries

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After the launch of the Swedish battery strategy in December, it is now Finland releasing its national ambitions related to batteries. The Finnish Battery Strategy was launched yesterday with the aim to strengthen Finland’s position as a pioneer in sustainable battery manufacturing and recycling. Hungary is next in line and is expected to release its

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Battery Raw Materials projects gaining momentum

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The EU Green Deal recognises and highlights the strategic importance of securing the supply of sustainable raw materials to fulfil its ambition to become climate-neutral by 2050 while contributing to Europe’s competitiveness and resilience. Sustainable supply of raw materials within the EU has been pointed out as one of the prioritised actions in the Strategic

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Launch of EBA250 - European Battery Alliance

EU approves €2.9 billion state aid for a second Pan-European research and innovation project along the entire battery value chain

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Another milestone for the European Battery Alliance – The European Commission approved today €2.9 billion public support by twelve Member States for a second Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) to support research and innovation in all segments of the battery value chain. The project, called “European Battery Innovation (EuBatIn)” was notified jointly by

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Morrow Batteries partners with Haldor Topsøe to establish cobalt-free cathode pilot production in Norway

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Morrow Batteries announced yesterday the signature of a letter of intent with Danish chemical company Haldor Topsøe. The aim is to establish a pilot facility in South of Norway to commercialise new battery technology that will contribute to more cost-effective and sustainable batteries. “We are pleased to partner up with a technology leader as Haldor

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Mina do Barroso Lithium Project in Portugal: Heads of Agreement between Savannah and Galp Energia

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Savannah announced earlier this week the signature of a Heads of Agreement (HoA) with the major diversified Portuguese energy group, Galp Energia, regarding a proposed strategic investment and alliance in the lithium field around the Mina do Barroso Lithium Project in northern Portugal. Galp’s strategic presence and experience in Portugal and Europe’s energy sector will

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Swiss Battery Days 2020/2021

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The Swiss Battery Days provides young researchers, active in the field of battery materials and cell manufacturing, a platform to present their results and to connect to renowned battery researchers from Europe. The conference will be held online on 15-17 Febreary 2021. The event offers a unique opportunity to strengthen and expand the network among

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