Mes: diciembre 2020

Microsoft y Warner Bros. Pictures reúnen a un equipo All-Star con LeBron James, Bugs Bunny y Xbox para celebrar la enseñanza de codificación y juego inspirada en «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», la próxima aventura Live-Action de acción y animación.

REDMOND, Washington, 15 de diciembre de 2020 /PRNewswire/ —  Microsoft Corp. y Warner Bros. comunican una épica alianza para celebrar el lanzamiento de la nueva película «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», que se estrenará en 2021. El lanzamiento de la campaña une a la Xbox con el campeón de baloncesto e ícono cultural LeBron James, Bugs Bunny y todo el resto del Looney Tunes Tune Squad para expandir la enseñanza de la codificación y crear un videojuego original estilo arcade para Xbox…

REDMOND, Washington, 15 de diciembre de 2020 /PRNewswire/ —  Microsoft Corp. y Warner Bros. comunican una épica alianza para celebrar el lanzamiento de la nueva película «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», que se estrenará en 2021. El lanzamiento de la campaña une a la Xbox con el campeón de baloncesto e ícono cultural LeBron James, Bugs Bunny y todo el resto del Looney Tunes Tune Squad para expandir la enseñanza de la codificación y crear un videojuego original estilo arcade para Xbox inspirado en la película.

Como se anunció en su cuenta de Instagram, LeBron y Bugs Bunny están buscando las mejores ideas para videojuegos que envíen sus seguidores. Entre el 14 y el 30 de diciembre, los seguidores a partir de los 14 años de edad pueden visitar el sitio web oficial del certamen para revisar las reglas oficiales y enviar sus ideas para juegos. Para participar, deberán seleccionar el tipo de juego de su elección mediante una imagen clave y luego describir su idea de juego en menos de 500 palabras.

Habrá dos ganadores, cuyas ideas se plasmarán en el videojuego oficial estilo arcade «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», disponible como un Perk para los miembros de Xbox Game Pass Ultimate en junio de 2021. Los ganadores recibirán además los siguientes premios: inclusión de sus nombres en los créditos del juego; un exclusivo regalo para los ganadores con recuerdos que llevan la firma autenticada de LeBron James, productos de la película «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era» y packs VIP de Nike, así como también una consola Xbox Serie S personalizada; una proyección privada de la película para amigos y familiares; y un taller virtual de codificación de Microsoft para su comunidad local.

Para contribuir a impulsar la inspiración creativa de codificadores de todas las edades, las tiendas de Microsoft están ofreciendo talleres virtuales gratuitos y exclusivos con la temática de «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era» sobre la creación de videojuegos. Los estudiantes desarrollarán el prototipo de un videojuego apto para el juego utilizando codificación basada en bloques en la plataforma  MakeCode Arcade, mientras aprenden sobre las habilidades profesionales y las carreras STEAM (de ciencias, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) que se requieren para el diseño de juegos. Podrá encontrar recursos adicionales y otros talleres gratuitos que enseñan nuevas habilidades y mantienen a los niños y adolescentes entretenidos durante esta época festiva en microsoft.com, la página virtual de talleres para estudiantes.  

Hay además dos  lecciones de Microsoft Learn, destinadas para codificadores más experimentados, adolescentes de mayor edad, estudiantes de preparatoria y universidades, así como también a adultos. Dichas lecciones se enfocan en el uso de estadísticas de los jugadores para tomar decisiones en tiempo real en medio de un juego. La primera lección incluye predecir indicadores de eficiencia a través de aprendizaje automatizado y codificación Visual Studio, utilizando datos de los jugadores de baloncesto tanto humanos como del Tune Squad  La segunda lección incluye el desarrollo de una aplicación web que utilice modelos adicionales de aprendizaje automatizado en tiempo real para ayudar al entrenador a decidir quién necesita un descanso para refrescarse y a quién debe poner a jugar para tener la mayor probabilidad de ganar. 

El certamen de videojuegos, los talleres de codificación y las lecciones son parte de la iniciativa de desarrollo de habilidades, más amplia de Microsoft, que busca contribuir a que 25 millones de personas,  incluidas aquellas de grupos poblacionales con baja representación , puedan adquirir nuevas habilidades digitales y las apliquen para poder desarrollar sus pasiones.

ACERCA DE SPACE JAM: UNA NUEVA ERA
¡Bienvenidos al equipo! El campeón de baloncesto e ícono cultural LeBron James inicia una aventura épica junto al atemporal Tune Bugs Bunny en la nueva producción animada y live-action «Space Jam: Una nueva era», del director Malcolm D. Lee y un innovador equipo de filmación que incluye a Ryan Coogler y Maverick Carter. Este recorrido de transformación es un loco revoltijo de dos mundos que revela hasta qué punto pueden llegar algunos padres para conectarse con sus hijos. Cuando una pícara I.A. atrapa a LeBron y su pequeño hijo Dom en un espacio digital, LeBron debe lograr el regreso seguro a casa al guiar a Bugs, Lola Bunny y toda la pandilla de muy indisciplinados Looney Tunes a la victoria en el campo de baloncesto sobre los campeones digitalizados de I.A.: un poderosísimo plantel de estrellas del baloncesto como nunca se ha visto antes. Se trata de Tunes contra Goons en el desafío con más factores en juego de su vida, que redefinirá la relación de LeBron con su hijo y arrojará luz sobre el poder de ser uno mismo. Listo para la acción, el equipo de Tunes demuele las convenciones, utiliza sus originales talentos al máximo y sorprende hasta al «Rey» James al jugar de una manera única. 

ACERCA DE MICROSOFT
Microsoft (Nasdaq «MSFT» @microsoft) posibilita la transformación digital para la era de la nube inteligente y el entorno inteligente. Su misión es empoderar a cada persona y organización del planeta para que puedan lograr más.

Xbox_Arcade_Style_Video_Game_Contest

 

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Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95zDv5uasoE 
Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1373579/Xbox_Arcade_Style_Video_Game_Contest.jpg 
Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/24227/microsoft_corp_logo226_9217jpg.jpg

 

FUENTE Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft y Warner Bros. Pictures reúnen a un equipo All-Star con LeBron James, Bugs Bunny y Xbox para celebrar la enseñanza de codificación y juego inspirada en «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», la próxima aventura Live-Action de acción y animación.

REDMOND, Washington, 15 de diciembre de 2020 /PRNewswire/ —  Microsoft Corp. y Warner Bros. comunican una épica alianza para celebrar el lanzamiento de la nueva película «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», que se estrenará en 2021. El lanzamiento de la campaña une a la Xbox con el campeón de baloncesto e ícono cultural LeBron James, Bugs Bunny y todo el resto del Looney Tunes Tune Squad para expandir la enseñanza de la codificación y crear un videojuego original estilo arcade para Xbox…

REDMOND, Washington, 15 de diciembre de 2020 /PRNewswire/ —  Microsoft Corp. y Warner Bros. comunican una épica alianza para celebrar el lanzamiento de la nueva película «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», que se estrenará en 2021. El lanzamiento de la campaña une a la Xbox con el campeón de baloncesto e ícono cultural LeBron James, Bugs Bunny y todo el resto del Looney Tunes Tune Squad para expandir la enseñanza de la codificación y crear un videojuego original estilo arcade para Xbox inspirado en la película.

Como se anunció en su cuenta de Instagram, LeBron y Bugs Bunny están buscando las mejores ideas para videojuegos que envíen sus seguidores. Entre el 14 y el 30 de diciembre, los seguidores a partir de los 14 años de edad pueden visitar el sitio web oficial del certamen para revisar las reglas oficiales y enviar sus ideas para juegos. Para participar, deberán seleccionar el tipo de juego de su elección mediante una imagen clave y luego describir su idea de juego en menos de 500 palabras.

Habrá dos ganadores, cuyas ideas se plasmarán en el videojuego oficial estilo arcade «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era», disponible como un Perk para los miembros de Xbox Game Pass Ultimate en junio de 2021. Los ganadores recibirán además los siguientes premios: inclusión de sus nombres en los créditos del juego; un exclusivo regalo para los ganadores con recuerdos que llevan la firma autenticada de LeBron James, productos de la película «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era» y packs VIP de Nike, así como también una consola Xbox Serie S personalizada; una proyección privada de la película para amigos y familiares; y un taller virtual de codificación de Microsoft para su comunidad local.

Para contribuir a impulsar la inspiración creativa de codificadores de todas las edades, las tiendas de Microsoft están ofreciendo talleres virtuales gratuitos y exclusivos con la temática de «Space Jam 2: Una nueva era» sobre la creación de videojuegos. Los estudiantes desarrollarán el prototipo de un videojuego apto para el juego utilizando codificación basada en bloques en la plataforma  MakeCode Arcade, mientras aprenden sobre las habilidades profesionales y las carreras STEAM (de ciencias, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas) que se requieren para el diseño de juegos. Podrá encontrar recursos adicionales y otros talleres gratuitos que enseñan nuevas habilidades y mantienen a los niños y adolescentes entretenidos durante esta época festiva en microsoft.com, la página virtual de talleres para estudiantes.  

Hay además dos  lecciones de Microsoft Learn, destinadas para codificadores más experimentados, adolescentes de mayor edad, estudiantes de preparatoria y universidades, así como también a adultos. Dichas lecciones se enfocan en el uso de estadísticas de los jugadores para tomar decisiones en tiempo real en medio de un juego. La primera lección incluye predecir indicadores de eficiencia a través de aprendizaje automatizado y codificación Visual Studio, utilizando datos de los jugadores de baloncesto tanto humanos como del Tune Squad  La segunda lección incluye el desarrollo de una aplicación web que utilice modelos adicionales de aprendizaje automatizado en tiempo real para ayudar al entrenador a decidir quién necesita un descanso para refrescarse y a quién debe poner a jugar para tener la mayor probabilidad de ganar. 

El certamen de videojuegos, los talleres de codificación y las lecciones son parte de la iniciativa de desarrollo de habilidades, más amplia de Microsoft, que busca contribuir a que 25 millones de personas,  incluidas aquellas de grupos poblacionales con baja representación , puedan adquirir nuevas habilidades digitales y las apliquen para poder desarrollar sus pasiones.

ACERCA DE SPACE JAM: UNA NUEVA ERA
¡Bienvenidos al equipo! El campeón de baloncesto e ícono cultural LeBron James inicia una aventura épica junto al atemporal Tune Bugs Bunny en la nueva producción animada y live-action «Space Jam: Una nueva era», del director Malcolm D. Lee y un innovador equipo de filmación que incluye a Ryan Coogler y Maverick Carter. Este recorrido de transformación es un loco revoltijo de dos mundos que revela hasta qué punto pueden llegar algunos padres para conectarse con sus hijos. Cuando una pícara I.A. atrapa a LeBron y su pequeño hijo Dom en un espacio digital, LeBron debe lograr el regreso seguro a casa al guiar a Bugs, Lola Bunny y toda la pandilla de muy indisciplinados Looney Tunes a la victoria en el campo de baloncesto sobre los campeones digitalizados de I.A.: un poderosísimo plantel de estrellas del baloncesto como nunca se ha visto antes. Se trata de Tunes contra Goons en el desafío con más factores en juego de su vida, que redefinirá la relación de LeBron con su hijo y arrojará luz sobre el poder de ser uno mismo. Listo para la acción, el equipo de Tunes demuele las convenciones, utiliza sus originales talentos al máximo y sorprende hasta al «Rey» James al jugar de una manera única. 

ACERCA DE MICROSOFT
Microsoft (Nasdaq «MSFT» @microsoft) posibilita la transformación digital para la era de la nube inteligente y el entorno inteligente. Su misión es empoderar a cada persona y organización del planeta para que puedan lograr más.

Xbox_Arcade_Style_Video_Game_Contest

 

microsoft_corp_logo226_9217jpg

Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95zDv5uasoE 
Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1373579/Xbox_Arcade_Style_Video_Game_Contest.jpg 
Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/24227/microsoft_corp_logo226_9217jpg.jpg

 

FUENTE Microsoft Corporation

Vayyar 4D Imaging Radar Sensor Set To Revolutionise Automotive Safety By Cutting Complexity And Costs

Overcrowded with sensors – average cars forecast to have over 200 by 2030

– Vayyar platform addresses multiple challenging safety requirements, providing unprecedented life-saving functionality for all car models (view the technology here).

– Single multifunctional radar-on-chip (ROC) able to replace numerous traditional one-function sensors, reducing complexity for both in-cabin and ADAS applications.

– Leading-edge technology…

Overcrowded with sensors – average cars forecast to have over 200 by 2030

– Vayyar platform addresses multiple challenging safety requirements, providing unprecedented life-saving functionality for all car models (view the technology here).

– Single multifunctional radar-on-chip (ROC) able to replace numerous traditional one-function sensors, reducing complexity for both in-cabin and ADAS applications.

– Leading-edge technology minimizes risk and integration costs, and is set to save car manufacturers and suppliers hundreds of millions of dollars each year.

– Vayyar’s in-cabin 4D imaging radar sensor provides exceptional resolution and an ultra-wide field of view for precise classification of complete vehicle environment.

– Production-ready, affordable and scalable solution, proven to automotive grade, supports addition of future safety features via over-the-air (OTA) software upgrades. 

Files for the media images and video which accompany this press release are available here

The video is also available on YouTube here

TEL AVIV, Israel, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Vayyar, the global leader in 4D imaging radar technology, is transforming automotive safety with its production-ready Radar-on-Chip (RoC) platform, which enables OEMs to achieve leading-edge vehicle safety while achieving unprecedented cost efficiencies.

 

Vayyar's imaging radar-on-chip supports life-saving in and out-of-cabin applications – replacing multiple sensors

 

Vayyar’s automotive-grade, AEC-Q100 qualified RoC is a game-changing solution. The chip features up to 48 transceivers, an internal digital signal processor (DSP) and microcontroller unit (MCU) for real-time signal processing. Capable of seeing through objects and able to operate effectively in all weather conditions, Vayyar’s single-chip solution can replace over a dozen other sensors and negates the need for expensive LIDAR and cameras.

Within the cabin, one multifunctional Vayyar chip can support a multitude of systems, including intruder alerts, Child Presence Detection, enhanced Seat Belt Reminders and eCall to alert emergency services in the event of a crash. It delivers a revolutionary level of safety, utterly unobtainable with traditional single-function sensors.

This breakthrough solution fulfils the functions of multiple chips by sensing, computing, processing, mapping and imaging targets with just a single radio-frequency integrated circuit (RFIC). The platform supports Vayyar’s mission to ensure that safety is available and affordable for all car manufacturers and their key suppliers, at a time when modern cars are becoming increasingly crowded with sensors. 

Today, there are more than 100 sensors in a typical car, with analysts predicting that this will double by 2030. However, Vayyar’s new production-ready RoC offers unprecedented potential and a unique opportunity to cut cost and complexity while improving safety.

«By replacing multiple sensors with our multifunctional, scalable platform, the possibilities for simplicity and savings are substantial. In addition, regulations and standards are rising and to achieve 5-star ratings, automakers are moving away from traditional solutions,» explains Ian Podkamien, Head of Automotive at Vayyar. «Our multi-award winning technology, recognised by organisations such as CLEPA, equips vehicles with the instincts to save lives, providing uncompromising and affordable safety. What’s more, its price point is similar to a single-function 3×4 2D/3D radar solution, but with substantial added value.» 

The platform provides exceptionally high resolution and an extremely wide field of view to deliver unsurpassed precision and detail. The robust sensor is also engineered for scalability, seamlessly facilitating the deployment of emerging features via over-the-air (OTA) software updates. This effectively future-proofs vehicles as new safety requirements and standards emerge.

Central to the platform’s potential is its ability to reduce complexity, in order to cut direct and indirect costs. Vayyar has the in-house expertise to deliver a full end-to-end solution, including hardware, software, development and testing resources, streamlining the integration process for Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs to minimise effort, costs and risk. 

By providing a high-performance, cost-effective and multifunctional sensor, Vayyar’s technology closes the gap between rising safety demands and feasible tech adoption, ensuring that affordable, uncompromising safety is available to all.

Further information on Vayyar’s cutting-edge 4D imaging ROC technology is available at www.vayyar.com/auto.

About Vayyar Imaging (Automotive)

Vayyar’s intelligent sensors create holistic safety opportunities for in-cabin and ADAS, using automotive-grade 4D imaging radar technology. At the core of these sensors is a high-performance Radar-on-Chip that supports up to 48 transceivers for exceptional resolution. With an ultra-wide field of view, Vayyar’s 60GHz and 79GHz single-chip radar modules cover large areas to reduce the number of sensors in vehicles. They provide comprehensive detection in and around the vehicle, while simultaneously tracking multiple targets and objects. Vayyar technology is multi-functional, affordable and available for mass production. The radar-based platform is robust in all road conditions, while protecting user privacy. Vayyar plans to continue developing the next generation of sensor technology that is miniature, affordable and versatile enough to enable a safer world.

Editor’s notes 

Unlike traditional radar solutions that are based around 2 to 3 transmitting antennas and 3 to 4 receiving antennas, 4D imaging radar leverages a Multiple Input Multiple Output 48-antenna array for high-resolution mapping of its surroundings. The rich point cloud data output combined with an ultra-wide azimuth-elevation field of view, delivers detection and tracking with pinpoint accuracy, making it the ultimate safety sensor for the road ahead.

Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1373928/Vayyar_Imaging_Radar_on_Chip.jpg

Vayyar 4D Imaging Radar Sensor Set To Revolutionise Automotive Safety By Cutting Complexity And Costs

Overcrowded with sensors – average cars forecast to have over 200 by 2030

– Vayyar platform addresses multiple challenging safety requirements, providing unprecedented life-saving functionality for all car models (view the technology here).

– Single multifunctional radar-on-chip (ROC) able to replace numerous traditional one-function sensors, reducing complexity for both in-cabin and ADAS applications.

– Leading-edge technology…

Overcrowded with sensors – average cars forecast to have over 200 by 2030

– Vayyar platform addresses multiple challenging safety requirements, providing unprecedented life-saving functionality for all car models (view the technology here).

– Single multifunctional radar-on-chip (ROC) able to replace numerous traditional one-function sensors, reducing complexity for both in-cabin and ADAS applications.

– Leading-edge technology minimizes risk and integration costs, and is set to save car manufacturers and suppliers hundreds of millions of dollars each year.

– Vayyar’s in-cabin 4D imaging radar sensor provides exceptional resolution and an ultra-wide field of view for precise classification of complete vehicle environment.

– Production-ready, affordable and scalable solution, proven to automotive grade, supports addition of future safety features via over-the-air (OTA) software upgrades. 

Files for the media images and video which accompany this press release are available here

The video is also available on YouTube here

TEL AVIV, Israel, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Vayyar, the global leader in 4D imaging radar technology, is transforming automotive safety with its production-ready Radar-on-Chip (RoC) platform, which enables OEMs to achieve leading-edge vehicle safety while achieving unprecedented cost efficiencies.

 

Vayyar's imaging radar-on-chip supports life-saving in and out-of-cabin applications – replacing multiple sensors

 

Vayyar’s automotive-grade, AEC-Q100 qualified RoC is a game-changing solution. The chip features up to 48 transceivers, an internal digital signal processor (DSP) and microcontroller unit (MCU) for real-time signal processing. Capable of seeing through objects and able to operate effectively in all weather conditions, Vayyar’s single-chip solution can replace over a dozen other sensors and negates the need for expensive LIDAR and cameras.

Within the cabin, one multifunctional Vayyar chip can support a multitude of systems, including intruder alerts, Child Presence Detection, enhanced Seat Belt Reminders and eCall to alert emergency services in the event of a crash. It delivers a revolutionary level of safety, utterly unobtainable with traditional single-function sensors.

This breakthrough solution fulfils the functions of multiple chips by sensing, computing, processing, mapping and imaging targets with just a single radio-frequency integrated circuit (RFIC). The platform supports Vayyar’s mission to ensure that safety is available and affordable for all car manufacturers and their key suppliers, at a time when modern cars are becoming increasingly crowded with sensors. 

Today, there are more than 100 sensors in a typical car, with analysts predicting that this will double by 2030. However, Vayyar’s new production-ready RoC offers unprecedented potential and a unique opportunity to cut cost and complexity while improving safety.

«By replacing multiple sensors with our multifunctional, scalable platform, the possibilities for simplicity and savings are substantial. In addition, regulations and standards are rising and to achieve 5-star ratings, automakers are moving away from traditional solutions,» explains Ian Podkamien, Head of Automotive at Vayyar. «Our multi-award winning technology, recognised by organisations such as CLEPA, equips vehicles with the instincts to save lives, providing uncompromising and affordable safety. What’s more, its price point is similar to a single-function 3×4 2D/3D radar solution, but with substantial added value.» 

The platform provides exceptionally high resolution and an extremely wide field of view to deliver unsurpassed precision and detail. The robust sensor is also engineered for scalability, seamlessly facilitating the deployment of emerging features via over-the-air (OTA) software updates. This effectively future-proofs vehicles as new safety requirements and standards emerge.

Central to the platform’s potential is its ability to reduce complexity, in order to cut direct and indirect costs. Vayyar has the in-house expertise to deliver a full end-to-end solution, including hardware, software, development and testing resources, streamlining the integration process for Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs to minimise effort, costs and risk. 

By providing a high-performance, cost-effective and multifunctional sensor, Vayyar’s technology closes the gap between rising safety demands and feasible tech adoption, ensuring that affordable, uncompromising safety is available to all.

Further information on Vayyar’s cutting-edge 4D imaging ROC technology is available at www.vayyar.com/auto.

About Vayyar Imaging (Automotive)

Vayyar’s intelligent sensors create holistic safety opportunities for in-cabin and ADAS, using automotive-grade 4D imaging radar technology. At the core of these sensors is a high-performance Radar-on-Chip that supports up to 48 transceivers for exceptional resolution. With an ultra-wide field of view, Vayyar’s 60GHz and 79GHz single-chip radar modules cover large areas to reduce the number of sensors in vehicles. They provide comprehensive detection in and around the vehicle, while simultaneously tracking multiple targets and objects. Vayyar technology is multi-functional, affordable and available for mass production. The radar-based platform is robust in all road conditions, while protecting user privacy. Vayyar plans to continue developing the next generation of sensor technology that is miniature, affordable and versatile enough to enable a safer world.

Editor’s notes 

Unlike traditional radar solutions that are based around 2 to 3 transmitting antennas and 3 to 4 receiving antennas, 4D imaging radar leverages a Multiple Input Multiple Output 48-antenna array for high-resolution mapping of its surroundings. The rich point cloud data output combined with an ultra-wide azimuth-elevation field of view, delivers detection and tracking with pinpoint accuracy, making it the ultimate safety sensor for the road ahead.

Photo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1373928/Vayyar_Imaging_Radar_on_Chip.jpg

How to say ‘Bollocks To Brexit’ – and Still Live and Travel in the EU

LONDON, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Tired of the endless negotiations and misleading Brexit statements? Fearful that you’ll never see the continent again? Want to take back control? With no end in sight for the millions of Britons who voted to remain in the European Union, help is at hand. Passports Global Ltd, a leading London-based citizenship firm, has devised a unique UK SIPP route to Portuguese citizenship. Just invest €350,000 (£318,000) in an equity fund…

LONDON, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Tired of the endless negotiations and misleading Brexit statements? Fearful that you’ll never see the continent again? Want to take back control? With no end in sight for the millions of Britons who voted to remain in the European Union, help is at hand. Passports Global Ltd, a leading London-based citizenship firm, has devised a unique UK SIPP route to Portuguese citizenship. Just invest €350,000 (£318,000) in an equity fund regulated by the Portuguese Government, and you can become eligible to be resident in Portugal, and eventually an EU citizen once again.

«This is the way to thumb your nose at the politicians who have lied, dithered and obfuscated,» says Robin Chapman, managing director of Passports Global Ltd. «It also ensures that individuals can continue to enjoy the delights of travelling and living on the continent of Europe.»

From 31 December 2020, nationals of the United Kingdom will have no right of abode in the EU and may only be eligible to stay for 90 days in a six-month period. However, Passports Global has devised an arrangement with a UK SIPP manager that allows investment into what is termed a «Non-Standard SIPP Asset». One such asset can be a private equity fund regulated by the Portuguese Government. To find out more, and to see if you are eligible, contact Robin Chapman at robin.chapman@passportsglobal.com or go to https://passportsglobal.com/country/5d4ba630c0fd0e2447a3ca42

About Passports Global Ltd

Passports Global Ltd’s unrivalled experience and expertise has helped hundreds of applicants successfully select the most suitable second citizenship options and preparing and processing the application until its successful completion. The headquarters of Passports Global Ltd is at 180 Piccadilly, London W1J 9HF UK. It has representatives and partners in Malta, Mauritius, Kenya, South Africa and the West Indies.

Passports Global Ltd can process applications for European citizenship and residency schemes such as those offered by Cyprus, Malta, Portugal and UK. Passports Global Ltd is the leading experts in citizenship by investment programmes in the Caribbean, including St Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda, St Lucia, Dominica and Grenada. These are some of the most appealing and competitively priced citizenship schemes available.

World Market Outlook for the Electric and Hybrid Aircraft Market: Current Market and Technology Overview, Opportunity Analysis, and Leading Company Profiles

DUBLIN, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Global Electric and Hybrid Aircraft – Market…

DUBLIN, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Global Electric and Hybrid Aircraft – Market & Technology Forecast to 2028» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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Between 2010 and 2019 a consistent upsurge has been noticed in the electrification of aircraft systems, research on electrical propulsion, and investments in electric or hybrid aircraft designs. Aerospace firms are joining forces to challenge their industry’s growing contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, with electric engines seen as one of the answers. In simple terms, «hybrid-electric» denotes two diverse sources of power, and on aircraft, this means being propelled by kerosene and an electric battery.

This report examines, analyzes, and predicts the evolution of electric & hybrid aircraft technologies, markets, and outlays (expenditures) over the next 8 years – 2020-2028 in the aerospace industry. It also examines electric & hybrid aircraft markets geographically, focusing on the top 95% of global markets, in the United States, Europe, and Asia. In this report, they analyze the market size of the Global Electric & Hybrid Aircraft market for the period 2020 – 2028. The report primarily focuses on the key markets – Americas, Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa. As of now, the United States remains the largest market for electric & hybrid aircraft followed by China and the European Union. Throughout the report, they show how electric & hybrid aircraft are used today to add real value. To provide the most thorough and realistic forecast, this report provides a twin-scenario analysis, including «steady state», and the emergence of new electric & hybrid aircraft technology. Companies are now unveiling new design plans for a biofuel-powered hybrid plane for passenger and cargo transport. This is because biofuel-powered aircraft will reduce the cost it takes to operate aircraft, including fuel and asset costs.

In any given country, the armed forces are among the biggest consumers of fuel and other resources, and so have the greatest opportunity to readily reduce consumption by a significant amount. For instance, the US Air Force is now using a 50/50 blend of regular jet fuel and camelina-based biofuel to power the F/A-18 Super Hornet multirole fighter jet, dubbed the «Green Hornet». This proves that while every single aircraft is not a Hybrid Aircraft there is potential to use biofuels to power existing aircraft.

In particular, this report provides an in-depth analysis of the following:

  • Overview: Snapshot of the various electric & hybrid aircraft tech in the civilian and defense market during 2020-2028, including highlights of the demand drivers, trends and challenges. It also provides a snapshot of the spending with respect to regions as well as segments. It also sheds light on the emergence of new technologies
  • Market Dynamics: Insights into the technological developments in this market and a detailed analysis of the changing preferences of governments around the world. It also analyzes changing industry structure trends and the challenges faced by the industry participants.
  • Segment Analysis: Insights into the various Systems market from a segmental perspective and a detailed analysis of factors influencing the market for each segment.
  • Regional Review: Insights into modernization patterns and budgetary allocation for top countries within a region.
  • Regional Analysis: Insights into the Systems market from a regional perspective and a detailed analysis of factors influencing the market for each region.
  • Trend Analysis: Key electric & hybrid aircraft system markets: Analysis of the key markets in each region, providing an analysis of the various Systems segments expected to be in demand in each region.
  • Key Program Analysis: Details of the top programs in each segment expected to be executed during the forecast period.
  • Competitive landscape Analysis: Analysis of competitive landscape of this industry. It provides an overview of key companies, together with insights such as key alliances, strategic initiatives and a brief financial analysis.

Companies Mentioned

  • Airbus Defence and Space
  • Airspace Experience Technologies
  • Alisport Srl
  • BAE Systems
  • Boeing Co.
  • Bye Aerospace
  • DeLorean Aerospace
  • DigiSky
  • Electravia – Helices E Props
  • Embraer S.A.
  • Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
  • Joby Aviation
  • Leonardo
  • Lilium
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Northrop Grumman Corp.
  • Saab
  • Safran
  • THALES
  • Volta Volare

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Vayyar 4D Imaging Radar Sensor Set To Revolutionise Automotive Safety By Cutting Complexity And Costs

– Vayyar platform addresses multiple challenging safety requirements, providing unprecedented life-saving functionality for all car models (view the technology here).

– Single multifunctional radar-on-chip (ROC) able to replace numerous traditional one-function sensors, reducing complexity for both in-cabin and ADAS applications.

– Leading-edge technology minimizes risk and integration costs, and is set to save car manufacturers and suppliers…

– Vayyar platform addresses multiple challenging safety requirements, providing unprecedented life-saving functionality for all car models (view the technology here).

– Single multifunctional radar-on-chip (ROC) able to replace numerous traditional one-function sensors, reducing complexity for both in-cabin and ADAS applications.

– Leading-edge technology minimizes risk and integration costs, and is set to save car manufacturers and suppliers hundreds of millions of dollars each year.

– Vayyar’s in-cabin 4D imaging radar sensor provides exceptional resolution and an ultra-wide field of view for precise classification of complete vehicle environment.

– Production-ready, affordable and scalable solution, proven to automotive grade, supports addition of future safety features via over-the-air (OTA) software upgrades. 

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TEL AVIV, Israel, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Vayyar, the global leader in 4D imaging radar technology, is transforming automotive safety with its production-ready Radar-on-Chip (RoC) platform, which enables OEMs to achieve leading-edge vehicle safety while achieving unprecedented cost efficiencies.

Vayyar’s automotive-grade, AEC-Q100 qualified RoC is a game-changing solution. The chip features up to 48 transceivers, an internal digital signal processor (DSP) and microcontroller unit (MCU) for real-time signal processing. Capable of seeing through objects and able to operate effectively in all weather conditions, Vayyar’s single-chip solution can replace over a dozen other sensors and negates the need for expensive LIDAR and cameras.

Within the cabin, one multifunctional Vayyar chip can support a multitude of systems, including intruder alerts, Child Presence Detection, enhanced Seat Belt Reminders and eCall to alert emergency services in the event of a crash. It delivers a revolutionary level of safety, utterly unobtainable with traditional single-function sensors.

This breakthrough solution fulfils the functions of multiple chips by sensing, computing, processing, mapping and imaging targets with just a single radio-frequency integrated circuit (RFIC). The platform supports Vayyar’s mission to ensure that safety is available and affordable for all car manufacturers and their key suppliers, at a time when modern cars are becoming increasingly crowded with sensors. 

Today, there are more than 100 sensors in a typical car, with analysts predicting that this will double by 2030. However, Vayyar’s new production-ready RoC offers unprecedented potential and a unique opportunity to cut cost and complexity while improving safety.

«By replacing multiple sensors with our multifunctional, scalable platform, the possibilities for simplicity and savings are substantial. In addition, regulations and standards are rising and to achieve 5-star ratings, automakers are moving away from traditional solutions,» explains Ian Podkamien, Head of Automotive at Vayyar. «Our multi-award winning technology, recognised by organisations such as CLEPA, equips vehicles with the instincts to save lives, providing uncompromising and affordable safety. What’s more, its price point is similar to a single-function 3×4 2D/3D radar solution, but with substantial added value.» 

The platform provides exceptionally high resolution and an extremely wide field of view to deliver unsurpassed precision and detail. The robust sensor is also engineered for scalability, seamlessly facilitating the deployment of emerging features via over-the-air (OTA) software updates. This effectively future-proofs vehicles as new safety requirements and standards emerge.

Central to the platform’s potential is its ability to reduce complexity, in order to cut direct and indirect costs. Vayyar has the in-house expertise to deliver a full end-to-end solution, including hardware, software, development and testing resources, streamlining the integration process for Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs to minimise effort, costs and risk. 

By providing a high-performance, cost-effective and multifunctional sensor, Vayyar’s technology closes the gap between rising safety demands and feasible tech adoption, ensuring that affordable, uncompromising safety is available to all.

Further information on Vayyar’s cutting-edge 4D imaging ROC technology is available at www.vayyar.com/auto.

About Vayyar Imaging (Automotive)

Vayyar’s intelligent sensors create holistic safety opportunities for in-cabin and ADAS, using automotive-grade 4D imaging radar technology. At the core of these sensors is a high-performance Radar-on-Chip that supports up to 48 transceivers for exceptional resolution. With an ultra-wide field of view, Vayyar’s 60GHz and 79GHz single-chip radar modules cover large areas to reduce the number of sensors in vehicles. They provide comprehensive detection in and around the vehicle, while simultaneously tracking multiple targets and objects. Vayyar technology is multi-functional, affordable and available for mass production. The radar-based platform is robust in all road conditions, while protecting user privacy. Vayyar plans to continue developing the next generation of sensor technology that is miniature, affordable and versatile enough to enable a safer world.

Editor’s notes 

Unlike traditional radar solutions that are based around 2 to 3 transmitting antennas and 3 to 4 receiving antennas, 4D imaging radar leverages a Multiple Input Multiple Output 48-antenna array for high-resolution mapping of its surroundings. The rich point cloud data output combined with an ultra-wide azimuth-elevation field of view, delivers detection and tracking with pinpoint accuracy, making it the ultimate safety sensor for the road ahead.

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How to say ‘Bollocks To Brexit’ – and Still Live and Travel in the EU

LONDON, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Tired of the endless negotiations and misleading Brexit statements? Fearful that you’ll never see the continent again? Want to take back control? With no end in sight for the millions of Britons who voted to remain in the European Union, help is at hand. Passports Global Ltd, a leading London-based citizenship firm, has devised a unique UK SIPP route to Portuguese citizenship. Just invest €350,000 (£318,000) in an equity fund…

LONDON, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Tired of the endless negotiations and misleading Brexit statements? Fearful that you’ll never see the continent again? Want to take back control? With no end in sight for the millions of Britons who voted to remain in the European Union, help is at hand. Passports Global Ltd, a leading London-based citizenship firm, has devised a unique UK SIPP route to Portuguese citizenship. Just invest €350,000 (£318,000) in an equity fund regulated by the Portuguese Government, and you can become eligible to be resident in Portugal, and eventually an EU citizen once again.

«This is the way to thumb your nose at the politicians who have lied, dithered and obfuscated,» says Robin Chapman, managing director of Passports Global Ltd. «It also ensures that individuals can continue to enjoy the delights of travelling and living on the continent of Europe.»

From 31 December 2020, nationals of the United Kingdom will have no right of abode in the EU and may only be eligible to stay for 90 days in a six-month period. However, Passports Global has devised an arrangement with a UK SIPP manager that allows investment into what is termed a «Non-Standard SIPP Asset». One such asset can be a private equity fund regulated by the Portuguese Government. To find out more, and to see if you are eligible, contact Robin Chapman at robin.chapman@passportsglobal.com or go to https://passportsglobal.com/country/5d4ba630c0fd0e2447a3ca42

About Passports Global Ltd

Passports Global Ltd’s unrivalled experience and expertise has helped hundreds of applicants successfully select the most suitable second citizenship options and preparing and processing the application until its successful completion. The headquarters of Passports Global Ltd is at 180 Piccadilly, London W1J 9HF UK. It has representatives and partners in Malta, Mauritius, Kenya, South Africa and the West Indies.

Passports Global Ltd can process applications for European citizenship and residency schemes such as those offered by Cyprus, Malta, Portugal and UK. Passports Global Ltd is the leading experts in citizenship by investment programmes in the Caribbean, including St Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda, St Lucia, Dominica and Grenada. These are some of the most appealing and competitively priced citizenship schemes available.

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Global Automotive Plastics Market to 2027: Rising Preference for High-performance Plastics to Substitute Conventional Metals and Rubber is Expected to Impel Market Growth

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The global automotive plastics market size is anticipated to reach USD 36.5 billion by 2027, registering a CAGR of 3.8%

Rising preference for high-performance plastics to substitute conventional metals and rubber is expected to impel market growth. The polyurethane (PU) product segment is anticipated to witness significant growth over the forecast period owing to the ability of PU to infuse the characteristics of both plastic and rubber at a lower weight compared to metal and other plastic materials.

Increasing product demand from the automotive industry for use in refrigeration insulation, interior trims, and seat cushioning is expected to boost market growth over the forecast period. On the basis of application, the market is segmented into power trains, electrical components, interior furnishings, exterior furnishings, under-the-hood components, and chassis. The power train segment is expected to witness the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. The rising application scope of plastics in powertrain engineering is expected to support the segment growth in the coming years.

It helps the manufacturers to reduce the overall vehicular weight & integrate complex parts, which ultimately boosts performance and delivers higher productivity & cost savings. While manufacturers are still exploring new applications, according to a research conducted by E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, currently, plastics penetration stands at 110 to 120 kilograms per car depending on the engine size.

Demand for automotive plastics in Asia Pacific is expected to witness the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. The growing automotive industry, rising population, and increasing disposable income levels are the primary factors driving the regional market. Moreover, strong government support and initiatives along with increasing investments are propelling the growth of the automotive industry in the region, which, in turn, is anticipated to fuel the product demand.

Automotive Plastics Market Report Highlights

  • The market in North America was valued at USD 4.9 billion in 2019 and is estimated to grow further at a CAGR of 2.9% from 2020 to 2027
  • Increasing integration of in-car entertainment & communication systems, engine electronics, and advanced safety & advanced driver-assistance systems is boosting the demand for electrical components application, which, in turn, is fueling the growth of automotive plastics in North America
  • The Polypropylene (PP) segment accounted for the largest market share of more than 32% in 2019 and is estimated to maintain its dominance over the forecast period owing to rising demand for lightweight automobile parts
  • The interior furnishings application segment is expected to account for the largest revenue share by 2027 owing to the rising product usage for interior furnishings of automobiles including body & light panels, seat covers, steering wheels, and fascia systems
  • Various strategic initiatives were recorded over the past few years. For instance, in May 2019, Covestro AG announced its plan to expand the production capacity of polycarbonate films at its Dormagen site in Germany. The site, which is expected to come on-stream by the end of 2020, will manufacture PC films for applications such as automotive interiors, security cards, medical devices, and automotive displays

Key Topics Covered:

Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope

Chapter 2 Executive Summary

Chapter 3 Automotive Plastics Market Variables, Trends, & Scope
3.1 Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1 Global Plastics Market Outlook
3.1.2 Global Automotive Plastics Market Outlook
3.2 Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
3.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.3.1 Raw Material Trends
3.3.2 Manufacturing Trends
3.3.3 Sales Channel Analysis
3.4 Regulatory Framework
3.5 Market Dynamics
3.5.1 Market Driver Analysis
3.5.2 Market Restraint Analysis
3.6 Business Environment Analysis: Automotive Plastics Market
3.6.1 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.6.2 Pestel Analysis

Chapter 4 Automotive Plastics Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1 Automotive Plastics Market: Product Movement Analysis, 2019 & 2027
4.2 Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
4.2.1 Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Automotive Plastics Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2016-2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.3 Polypropylene (PP)
4.4 Polyurethane (PU)
4.5 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
4.6 Polyethylene (PE)
4.7 Polycarbonate (PC)
4.8 Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)
4.9 Polyamide (PA)
4.10 Others

Chapter 5 Automotive Plastics Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1 Automotive Plastics Market: Application Movement Analysis, 2019 & 2027
5.2 Powertrain
5.2.1 Automotive Plastics Market Estimates and Forecasts, In Powertrain, 2016-2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.2 Automotive Plastics Market Estimates & Forecast, In Powertrain, By Product, 2016-2027
5.3 Electrical Components
5.4 Interior Furnishings
5.5 Exterior Furnishings
5.6 Under-The-Hood Components
5.7 Chassis

Chapter 6 Automotive Plastics Market: Process Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1 Automotive Plastics Market: Process Movement Analysis, 2019 & 2027
6.2 Injection Molding
6.2.1 Automotive Plastics Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Injection Molding, 2016-2027 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
6.3 Blow Molding
6.4 Thermoforming
6.5 Others

Chapter 7 Automotive Plastics Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis

Chapter 8 Competitive Landscape
8.1 Key Global Players Along With The Recent Developments & Their Impact On The Industry
8.2 Key Company/Competition Categorization
8.3 Plastic Companies’ Response To The COVID-19 Outbreak
8.4 Vendor Landscape
8.4.1 List Of Key Distributors & Channel Partners
8.4.2 Key End-Users (Including IMD/IML Service Providers)
8.4.3 List Of Automotive OEM
8.5 Public Companies
8.5.1 Company Market Position Analysis
8.5.2 Competitive Dashboard Analysis
8.6 Market Differentiators
8.7 Synergy Analysis: Major Deals & Strategic Alliances
8.7.1 Covestro Ag Strategy Analysis
8.7.2 Borealis Ag Strategy Analysis

Chapter 9 Company Profiles
9.1 Company Overview
9.2 Financial Performance
9.3 Product Benchmarking
9.4 Strategic Initiatives

  • Akzo Nobel N.V.
  • BASF SE
  • Covestro AG
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • Adient plc (Spin-Off from Johnson Control International plc)
  • Magna International, Inc.
  • Momentive Performance Materials, Inc.
  • SABIC
  • Dow Inc.
  • Borealis AG
  • Hanwha Azdel Inc.
  • Grupo Antolin
  • Lear Corporation
  • Owens Corning
  • Quadrant AG
  • Royal DSM N.V.
  • Teijin Limited

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H2Accelerate – new collaboration for zero emission hydrogen trucking at mass-market scale

GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Daimler Truck AG, IVECO, OMV, Shell and the Volvo Group today committed to work together to help create the conditions for the mass-market roll-out of hydrogen trucks in Europe.

As a growing number of governments and businesses align on a common vision of a net-zero emissions energy system, the H2Accelerate participants believe that hydrogen is an essential fuel for the complete decarbonisation of the truck…

GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Daimler Truck AG, IVECO, OMV, Shell and the Volvo Group today committed to work together to help create the conditions for the mass-market roll-out of hydrogen trucks in Europe.

As a growing number of governments and businesses align on a common vision of a net-zero emissions energy system, the H2Accelerate participants believe that hydrogen is an essential fuel for the complete decarbonisation of the truck sector.

Achieving a large-scale roll-out of hydrogen fuelled trucks is expected to create new industries: zero-carbon hydrogen production facilities, large-scale hydrogen distribution systems, a network of high-capacity refuelling stations for liquid and gaseous hydrogen, and the production of the hydrogen fuelled trucks. H2A participants believe that synchronized investments across the sector during the 2020s will create the conditions for the mass market roll-out of hydrogen fuelled heavy duty transportation which is required to meet the European ambition of net zero emissions by 2050.

The decade long scale-up is expected to begin with groups of customers willing to make an early commitment to hydrogen-based trucking. These fleets are expected to operate in regional clusters and along European high capacity corridors with good refuelling station coverage. During the decade, these clusters can then be interconnected to build a truly pan-European network.

PHASE 1

PHASE 2

ROLLOUT OF FIRST STATIONS AND TRUCKS

EUROPE-WIDE COVERAGE

  • 100s of trucks
  • >20 high capacity stations
  • Proving high capacity station concepts
  • Selective locations/clusters
  • Second half of 2020s: Achieve volume manufacture `000’s per year
  • Rapidly reaching > 10,000 trucks
  • Europe wide coverage of major corridors
  • High capacity/reliability stations

Throughout the scale up, support from the public sector will be required. Under H2Accelerate, the participants expect to work together to seek funding for early pre-commercial projects during the first phase of the roll-out. In parallel, the participants will engage with policy makers and regulators to encourage a policy environment which will help support the subsequent scale up into volume manufacturing for hydrogen trucks and a Europe-wide refuelling network for zero carbon hydrogen fuel.

Comments from participants

«Climate change is the challenge of our generation and we are fully committed to the Paris Climate Agreement for decarbonizing road transport. In the future, the world will be powered by a combination of battery-electric and fuel-cell electric vehicles, along with other renewable fuels to some extent. The formation of the H2Accelerate collaboration is an important step in shaping a world we want to live in.» says Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO of the Volvo Group.

«The prize is clear. By boosting scale in a big way, hydrogen fuelled trucks will need to become available to customers at or below the cost of owning and operating a diesel truck today. This means truck customers will need to have access to a fully zero emissions vehicle with a similar refuelling time, range and cost range compared to the vehicles in use today. To achieve this ambition a clear regulatory framework is needed, including policies addressing the supply of hydrogen, hydrogen fuelled trucks, refuelling infrastructure and consumer incentives in a coordinated way,» said Elisabeth Brinton, Executive Vice President for New Energies at Shell.

Martin Daum, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG and Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG: «The participant companies in H2Accelerate agree that hydrogen-powered trucks will be key for enabling CO2-neutral transportation in the future. This unprecedented collaboration is an important milestone for driving forward the right framework conditions for establishing a mass market for hydrogen-based trucking. It is also a call to action for policymakers, further players involved and society as a whole.»

Angelika Zartl-Klik, OMV SVP HSSE & New Energy Solutions: «H2 Accelerate is playing a pioneering role and OMV is making an important contribution here. In order to achieve the climate targets, we will need any low-carbon technology. Hydrogen is an option for the climate-friendly mobility of the future.»

Gerrit Marx, President Commercial & Specialty Vehicles at CNH Industrial, stated: «The widespread adoption of hydrogen fuel-cell technology in heavy-duty transport is a function of the necessary infrastructure. We also need very concrete projects to demonstrate with hauliers and other stakeholders in the industry that this solution is financially and operationally viable. The ground-breaking H2Accelerate collaboration will create the conditions for this to happen and accelerate the transition to zero-emission transport.»

About H2Accelerate

H2Accelerate is a collaboration agreement signed between the participants under which the participants will work together to:

  • seek public support to fund early pre-commercial projects to activate the market on the path towards a mass market roll-out;
  • communicate around the technical and commercial viability of hydrogen fuelled trucking at scale; and
  • hold discussions with policy makers and regulators to encourage policies which can support a sustainable and speedy activation of the zero emissions long haul trucking market.

About the companies involved

Shell New Energies NL B.V.

The Royal Dutch Shell Group of Companies are working to support the development of a global hydrogen market by creating an end-to-end business stretching from solar and wind to hydrogen production and finally supplying a growing range of customers in transport, heavy industry and other hard-to-decarbonise sectors.

Daimler Truck AG

In September 2020, Daimler Truck AG celebrated the world premiere of the fuel-cell concept truck Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck. It is conceptualized with liquid hydrogen for flexible and demanding long-distance haulage operations with ranges of up to 1,000 kilometers and more on a single tank of hydrogen with its series version. Daimler Truck AG plans to begin customer trials of the GenH2 Truck in 2023; series production is to start in the second half of the decade. In November, the Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG signed a binding agreement for a joint venture to develop, produce and commercialize fuel-cell systems.

IVECO

IVECO designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, off-road trucks, and vehicles for applications such as off-road missions. IVECO is investing in electric and hydrogen technology with driveline specialist FPT Industrial, also part of CNH Industrial, and through its partnership with Nikola Corporation.

OMV Aktiengesellschaft

OMV produces and markets oil and gas, innovative energy and high-end petrochemical solutions – in a responsible way. Sustainability is an integral part of OMV’s corporate strategy. OMV supports the transition to a lower-carbon economy and has set measurable targets for reducing carbon intensity and introducing new energy and petrochemical solutions.

Volvo Group and Hydrogen

Volvo Group’s ambition is that 100% of our products are fossil fuel free enabled from 2040. There will be a gradual shift into electric, both battery and fuel cell electric. For use cases with heavier loads or longer distances, hydrogen fuel cells will be an important technology. The two technologies complement each other and both will be needed in order for us to build the sustainable transport system of tomorrow. In November, the Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG signed a binding agreement for a joint venture to develop, produce and commercialize fuel-cell systems.

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Contacts Shell: 
Tom Baird, +31 70 377 4361, Thomas.Baird@shell.com  

Contacts Daimler Truck AG:
Peter Smodej, +49 176 30936446, peter.smodej@daimler.com 

Florian Laudan, +49 711 1741526, florian.laudan@daimler.com 

Contacts IVECO:
Sara Buosi, +39 011 0072965, ivecopressoffice@cnhind.com , sara.buosi@iveco.com 

Contacts OMV Aktiengesellschaft:
OMV Public Relations +43 1 40440-21357, public.relations@omv.com   

Contacts Volvo Group: 
Claes Eliasson, +46 765 537229, press@volvo.com

 

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