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Hagland Shipping AS to have its general cargo vessel ‘Hagland Captain’ retrofitted with Wärtsilä’s hybrid propulsion solution

An impression of how the ‘Hagland Captain’ will look after the retrofit of a Wärtsilä hybrid propulsion solution. The conversion will create fuel savings and environmentally sustainable operations. Image copyright: Hagland Shipping AS

HELSINKI, 8-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Shipping company Hagland Shipping AS to order hybrid retrofit installation from Wärtsilä for its general cargo vessel ‘Hagland Captain’. The agreement between the two companies has been signed in December 2018 and the project will be first of its kind ever in short-sea shipping applications.

Wärtsilä will install its battery hybrid propulsion solution on the cargo vessel to significantly enhance its environmental performance by reducing its emissions, fuel consumption, and noise.

The project includes technologies and solutions like shore power connection to provide power for loading/unloading operations and for battery charging, a new reduction gear with power take-off (PTO) and power take-in (PTI) technology, and a Wärtsilä NOx Reducer (NOR).

Wärtsilä’s hybrid solutions are based on fully integrated hybrid power module that marks a new frontier in marine hybrid propulsion. The system combines engines, an energy storage system using batteries, and power electronics optimised to work together through a newly developed energy management system (EMS).

The total reduction in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions after the retrofit is expected to be as much as 80 to 90 percent. Additionally, 5 to 10 percent in fuel cost savings are expected as well.

The battery capacity will provide enough energy for the vessel to sail in and out of harbour entirely on electric power for approximately 30 minutes thus reducing both noise and pollution levels in the vicinity of the harbour.

Environmental requirements for shipping of materials to the island of Langøya in Norway has led to Hagland Shipping having their ship retrofitted to meet this requirement.

The non-profit NGO, Bellona has provided valuable input to the project concept.

Oivind Wendelboe Aanensen, COO, Hagland Shipping AS:

“Wärtsilä has been chosen as a partner due to their significant experience in providing environmentally sound solutions such as hybrid systems. Wärtsilä’s forward-leaning and supportive approach has enabled Hagland and NOAH to arrive at an optimal solution. We believe our mutual project will have a considerable impact in the market and will further the environmental drive towards sustainable solutions in short-sea shipping.”

Paul Kohle, Director, Sales & Sales Support, Asset Management Services, Wärtsilä Marine:

“Environmental considerations are increasingly important for fleet owners around the world. The need for the latest smart marine technologies has been seen for some time already in deep sea shipping, and this project is evidence that the need also exists in short-sea transportation. Wärtsilä is responding to these developments with its Smart Marine Ecosystem approach, which through the use of high levels of digitalisation and connectivity, is creating greater efficiencies, increased safety, and more sustainable solutions.”

SOURCE: Wärtsilä

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100 Years of Extraordinary: 2019 Calendar of Heritage Events showcasing the best of Bentley past and present

100 Years of Extraordinary – 2019 Calendar of Heritage Events showcasing the best of Bentley past and present

CREWE, 1-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — In 2019, Bentley enters its Centenary year. The 10th of July 2019 marks Bentley’s 100th year and this extraordinary milestone – reached by only a special few companies – will be a cause for celebration of the company’s history, its global success today and its exciting future. For the occasion Bentley is organising a series of classic and heritage events through out the year to mark its 100th anniversary. The year begins with a VIP event: the oldest remaining and first racing model – EXP 2 – will be shown at Retromobile, between 6-10 February at Salon des Expositions, Porte de Versailles.

Bentley’s stand in Paris will offer visitors a unique opportunity to explore the heritage and the innovation of the British luxury car manufacturer.

The historic EXP 2 will be accompanied by the all-new Continental GT Convertible at the Retromobile show in Porte de Versailles.

The two models, separated by 100 years of automotive evolution, share fundamental Bentley characteristics: both are genuine Grand Tourers; both offer sector-defining levels of performance; and both feature innovative technology at their core.

In 2019, Retromobile celebrates its 44th anniversary and is expecting well over 120,000 visitors to attend from all over the world.

During the first years of its existence W.O. Bentley made three prototypes:

EXP 1 (EXPerimental No.1)
EXP 2
EXP 3 – better known as ‘The Cab’ and W.O.’s personal car

Bentley EXP 2 is actually the oldest Bentley in existence, which debuted at the 1919 Olympia Motor Show. The EXP 2 is a landmark car in the Bentley’s 100-year history.

2019 Calendar of Heritage Events showcasing the best of Bentley past and present

44th Salon Rétromobile, 6-10 February, Paris, France
13th Annual Boca Concours d’Elegance, 22-24 February, Boca Raton, Florida, US
W.O. Bonhams exhibition, 11 April, London
Bentley Drivers Club Centenary Extraordinary Drive, 15-31 March, Castle of Mey – Crewe – London
Benjafield Racing Club, W.O. race, 13 April, Silverstone race track
Mille Miglia, 15-18 May, Brescia – Rome – Brescia, IT
24 Hours of Le Mans, 15-16 June, Le Mans, France
RREC Annual Rally & Concours, 21 June, Burghley house, England
Chantilly Arts & Elegance, 30 June, Chantilly, France
RROC National Meeting, 22-27 July, Detroit, US
Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, 18 August, Carmel, California, US
Salon Privé Concours d’Elegance, 6-8 September, Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire, UK

In 1919 Walter Owen (W.O.) Bentley created a company with a simple objective: to build “a fast car, a good car, the best in its class”. This guiding principle has driven Bentley ever since, pushing the brand forward and making it the leader in automotive luxury around the world today.

SOURCE: Bentley

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Volkswagen is to unveil the latest top model of its successful T-Roc at this year’s International Geneva Motor Show – T-Roc R

WOLFSBURG, 25-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Volkswagen is to unveil the latest top model of its successful T-Roc at this year’s International Geneva Motor Show – T-Roc R. The 89th edition of the International Geneva Motor Show will be held at Palexpo from March 7 to 17, 2019. The new model of T-Roc is developed by Volkswagen R and comes with four-cylinder TSI engine with 2.0 litre capacity and an output of 221 kW/300 PS as well as torque of 400 Nm. Standard features also included in the new T-Roc R model are 4MOTION all-wheel drive and a 7-gear DSG dual-clutch gearbox.

The Volkswagen T-Roc R will be able to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 4.9 seconds, while the top speed is limited to 250 km/h electronically.

Other extras and features include sports running gear with lowered suspension that ensures ideal road holding and progressive steering that guarantees agile driving behaviour as well as 17-inch brake system makes sure the crossover has effective braking.

Extra attention is paid to the special race mode, one of the driving modes included, that offers sporty driving experience with measures that include launch control feature, which provides optimal traction during acceleration while offering maximum drive torque and a corresponding stability management program. The T-Roc R’s ESC Electronic Stability Control feature can be turned off if the driver wants particularly dynamic driving on the edge.

Volkswagen R is responsible for the development of the new T-Roc R and the vehicle has been tested at the legendary Nürburgring race track. WRX World Champion Petter Solberg and Volkswagen works driver Benjamin Leuchter have also contributed and supported the development of the new crossover for the brand.

In general, the letter R stands for racing since the brand’s first model, which is the Golf R32. Volkswagen R is synonymous with especially powerful engines and exclusively designed vehicles at Volkswagen since 2010, and is a company that is operated independently from, yet 100% owned by, Volkswagen AG.

The new Volkswagen T-Roc R has the hard to mistake design typical for the “R” models of the brand making sure its sporty and powerful characteristics are boldly underlined. Things like the specially redesigned radiator grille, the “R” logo, the bumper (developed specifically for this model), the light units, the underbody guard, the double-ended exhaust system, the 18-inch/19-inch Spielberg/Pretoria alloy wheels, etc., are among the features and design elements that set the T-Roc R apart from its more conservative counterparts.

The Volkswagen T-Roc R comes with specific for the R line colours like Lapiz Blue Metallic or Pure White Uni, Flash Red Uni, Turmeric Yellow Metallic, White Silver Metallic, Energetic Orange Metallic, Deep Black Pearl Effect and Indium Grey Metallic.

The key for the Volkswagen T-Roc R bears an “R” logo on it. The “R” logo can also be seen on the stainless steel sill panel trims, on the seat backrests and on the special leather multifunction sports steering wheel with paddle levers as well as on the black headliner and the greeting on the start screen.

The entire interior of the Volkswagen T-Roc R is made with an exceptionally high quality and includes, but not limited to, white ambient lighting, Shadow Steel “R” decoration, modified foam inserts beneath plastic elements, and ArtVelours microfibre used in the seat cushion bolsters, among others.

Greater personalisation is also part of the Volkswagen T-Roc R. Leather package, side panels with carbon inserts, decorative stitching in Crystal Grey and the “R” logo stitched into the backrest, 19-inch Pretoria alloy wheels in Dark Graphite, R-performance titanium exhaust system from Akrapovic, among others.

The T-Roc model has first been introduced in late 2017 with the aim of combining an SUV with the dynamics of a compact hatchback. Since then more than 200,000 customers worldwide have chosen the T-Roc model of Volkswagen.

SOURCE: Volkswagen AG

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German Design Awards: The third generation of the Volkswagen Touareg is a combination of majestic solidity with finely tuned sophistication

WOLFSBURG/FRANKFURT, 8-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — German brand and design authority Rat für Formgebung presented the top gold award in the “Passenger Vehicles” category for the Volkswagen Touareg at the German Design Awards on a ceremony held in Frankfurt am Main.

The prestigious prize was accepted by Klaus Bischoff, Head of Volkswagen Design.

At the ceremony the expert jury praised the SUV model, especially for the technology, the high quality and the fun factor.

The expert jury on their decision to give the award to the Volkswagen Touareg:

“With the now third generation of the Touareg, Volkswagen offers a timelessly elegant all-rounder that leaves nothing to be desired in terms of form and technology and also perfectly embodies the classic Volkswagen virtues. A fantastic SUV, harmoniously designed down to the very last detail, with a compact design that is pleasantly solid yet of impressive quality. A perfect family car that is impressive and also fun on all occasions.”

The third generation of the Touareg is Volkswagen’s technology leader, well-engineered, dynamic and elegant SUV. Volkswagen’s top model simply combines majestic solidity with finely tuned sophistication.

Klaus Bischoff, Head of Volkswagen Design:

“The Touareg is a friendly character that doesn’t have to prove itself. Its sovereignty is based on steadfast composure – it knows it can do it. We have perfected this character with the new generation.”

Volkswagen was one of the winners at the 2017 German Design Award in the “Transportation” category with the Tiguan.

SOURCE: Volkswagen

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Jaguar Land Rover adds 3.0-litre straight six cylinder petrol engine to its Ingenium engine family; debuts on the Range Rover Sport

Jaguar Land Rover adds 3.0-litre straight six cylinder petrol engine to its Ingenium engine family; debuts on the Range Rover Sport

COVENTRY, 13-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Jaguar Land Rover has just announced that it is expanding its Ingenium engine family with the addition of a new 3.0-litre straight six cylinder petrol engine available in 360PS and 400PS versions with a torque capable of up to 495 and 550Nm.

The engine has been designed and engineered in-house and manufactured at Jaguar Land Rover’s £1 billion Engine Manufacturing Centre (EMC) in Wolverhampton, UK. The production site has 200,000 sqm space and everything it uses is being recovered and recycled turning it into zero-waste-to-landfill facility. Furthermore, over 21,000 photovoltaic panels are installed on the roof of the EMC plant covering up to 30% of the site’s energy. In general, Jaguar Land Rover sources 100% renewable electricity for its UK facilities.

The Engine Manufacturing Centre (EMC) boasts advanced equipment featuring precision manufacturing technology, including machinery that can work to tolerances of three microns.

The engine is planned to make its debut on the Range Rover Sport and features a unique combination of an electric supercharger to deliver immediate response supported by a twin scroll turbocharger and Continuous Variable Valve Lift.

In addition to to these performance-boosting technologies that result in optimised performance, greater fuel economy and significantly reduced emissions are also achieved due to the Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV), which uses 48V system in a small integrated electric motor to capture the energy lost during deceleration, and then intelligently redeploys it to assist the engine to maximise efficiency.

In fact, the new in-line six-cylinder petrol engine is 20% more fuel efficient as compared to the outgoing V6 petrol engine on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). It is also fitted with a Gasoline Particulate Filter, which reduces the particulate emissions by up to 75%.

Nick Rogers, Executive Director of Product Engineering:

“From the outset we always intended Ingenium to be a full family. That is why we chose to engineer our own flexible engine architecture to meet our bespoke needs, allowing Jaguar Land Rover to adapt and stay ahead of changes in regulation and technology. This second wave of engines, with a Mild Hybrid 48V system and performance-boosting technologies, is engineered to be cleaner and more efficient than ever before.”

Jaguar Land Rover is heavily investing in electrification, along with its commitment to clean diesel and petrol engines, and the next-generation Electric Drive Units (EDU) are slated to start production at the Engine Manufacturing Centre (EMC) from 2020.

Customers will be able to make an informed decision on the best Ingenium engine technology for how and where they drive, whether that is fully electric, hybrid, petrol or diesel.

In fact, Jaguar Land Rover’s latest diesel and petrol cars are meeting the new regulated laboratory and real world tests (WLTP and RDE) and are among the cleanest in the world. They also comply with EU6 standard and can be driven anywhere.

Furthermore, they are also going to be exempt from London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) daily charge, which goes into force from April 2019.

SOURCE: Jaguar Land Rover

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The ad campaign for the launch of the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class aims at young families

The ad campaign for the launch of the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class aims at young families

STUTTGART, 5-Feb-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — The market launch of the new Mercedes-Benz B-Class is going to be supported by a TV spot broadcasted on both TV and online starting from 4 February, 2019. The ad spot is also available on the B-Class webhub.

In addition to the main ad spot, three 30-second variants have also been created with emphasis on safety, MBUX and practicality.

The main character in the one minute ad spot is a university professor who takes his small grandson to work with him. The role of the professor was played by the Irish theatre and film actor David Wilmot. Hi will soon also appear in the series “The Crown”, which was awarded a Golden Globe in 2017. The content’s insights into various life situations create a human-centered and authentic impression, with surprising moments. The ad campaign claim is “Justify nothing” while in Germany the campaign has the theme “For everything that comes“.

The short clips for the B-Class campaign were directed by the London-based duo D.A.R.Y.L. and created by an award-winning film crew (Sundance Film Festival, Cannes Film Festival), which included cameraman Lol Crowley (4 Lions), production designer Jacqueline Abrahams (The Lobster), costume designer Hannah Edwards and Sam Ostrove. Sam Ostrove was responsible for the screenplay of the much-acclaimed Jay Z & Beyoncé music video “Apes**t”.

The song “L.U.V.” by the young British Indie-Pop band Catholic Action from Glasgow is used for the musical background to the TV spot and the online short versions of the film. The music in the long version of the launch film is a composition by Orlando Weeks, A British Indie-Rock singer.

Bettina Fetzer, Vice President Marketing Mercedes-Benz Cars:

“The campaign shows why the new B-Class is the ideal companion for a wide range of target groups. We also want to specifically address young families with the new model. This is why it was important to me and my team to position it as the perfect companion for every age and situation in life.”

The print motifs, part of the ad campaign, also portray different life situations that are quite common in the 21st Century and have been photographed by the Briton Dan Burn-Forti.

The idea, conception and implementation of the ad campaign for the new B-Class were by antoni garage, the European creative lead agency for Mercedes-Benz.

The new Mercedes-Benz B-Class comes with transverse-mounted version of the two-litre OM 654 diesel engine model series with 110 kW and 140 kW. The engine complies with the Euro 6d standards, which will be mandatory for new models stating from 2020. The eight-speed dual-clutch transmission also makes its debut. Advanced driving assistance systems give the B-Class one of the highest standards of active safety in the segment with functions carried over from the S-Class.

The new B-Class has begun taking orders since 3 December 2018, with first deliveries due to begin in February 2019.

Bettina Fetzer, Vice President Marketing Mercedes-Benz Cars: We also want to specifically address young families with the new model

SOURCE: Mercedes-Benz

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Top Employer’s recognition for SEAT comes as a beacon for attracting external talent

Top Employer’s recognition for SEAT comes as a beacon for attracting external talent

MARTORELL, 31-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — SEAT’s recognition as a Top Employer in Spain consolidates the company’s commitment to the professional development of its more than 15,000 employees.

Top Employer has given the car maker its seal of approval for the fifth year in a row making SEAT one of the best companies to work for in Spain.

SEAT is the largest employer in the automotive sector in Spain. Some 97% of the workers have an open-ended contract with SEAT. Balancing work and private life, talent recruitment policies, specialised training in Industry 4.0 or the health and well-being service provided to all the professionals are examples of the company’s commitment to quality employment and attracting talent.

SEAT has worked over the past years to improve its human resources policy whereby working conditions, flexibility, career growth and employee well-being are at the core of every initiative.

Top Employer’s certificate evaluates businesses all over the world that offer the best working conditions and are the most attractive for employees.

In the Spain’s automotive sector, SEAT was the first company to receive this distinction.

SEAT Vice-president for Human Resources Xavier Ros:

“in a context where the sector’s professional profiles are going to change, the acknowledgement as Top Employer strengthens us on two fronts – firstly, it is a recognition to the entire workforce, so they can be even prouder to be working for SEAT and feel that their future lies with the company; and secondly, it is a beacon to attract external talent with different profiles, who might otherwise not consider they could have a prosperous career at a carmaker whose business model is undergoing a deep transformation.”

SEAT’s labour relations framework has been established by its collective bargaining agreement, signed back in 2016 and is notable for its flexibility and modernity.

Enhancements are made to the variable remuneration system and new measures have been put in place to boost competitiveness and make the company ready for the production increases that have taken place in recent years. The agreement consolidated the variable remuneration system, added an increase in several salary concepts and extended the social benefits provided to the workforce, such as the possibility of having more paid leave.

In addition SEAT has also implemented a new Employer Branding strategy with several initiatives to attract and retain talent. One of the most prominent was SEAT DisrUP. The event aims at connecting with the most promising talent by inviting young people to reflect on and come up with mobility solutions for users in large urban areas. All these initiatives are included in the SEAT Talent Xperience project that the company is promoting to attract professionals with a technical and digital profile to face the company’s future challenges.

In recent years, SEAT has invested close to 17 million euros annually in continuous training for its workforce. SEAT has implemented a training programme focusing on the future challenges posed by Industry 4.0, aimed at the entire workforce. To date, more than 2,000 employees have followed the programme.

SEAT’s worker healthcare and well-being service, spearheaded by the CARS Healthcare and Rehabilitation Centre, provides all SEAT employees with advanced preventive, healthcare and rehabilitation services in areas ranging from orthopedics, cardiology, gynecology and mental health to image diagnostics, physiotherapy, fitness and rehabilitation.

In 2018, more than 70,000 treatments were performed in these facilities for SEAT employees.

SOURCE: SEAT

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Koenigsegg to accelerate growth in the hyper car market with EUR 150 million funding from NEVS (National Electric Vehicle Sweden)

Koenigsegg to accelerate growth in the hyper car market with EUR 150 million funding from NEVS

TROLLHÄTTAN, Sweden, 30-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — NEVS (National Electric Vehicle Sweden) has just announced it purchased 20 percent minority stake in Koenigsegg’s parent company for EUR 150 million.

The high-performance sports cars maker Koenigsegg will use the new capital to accelerate growth in the hyper car market, as well as to break ground into an untapped market segment together with NEVS. The two companies are planning to develop parallel vehicle models in slightly higher volumes with emphasis on electrification.

In addition to this partnership, the companies are establishing a joint venture to expand into new market segments where NEVS AB is contributing USD 150 million in the form of starting capital for a 65 percent stake while Koenigsegg will control 35 percent by contributing primarily with intellectual property, technology licenses, and product design.

The new partnership steps on already existing collaboration between NEVS and Koenigsegg, creating synergies between their geographical footprints, experiences and competencies.

Koenigsegg will access additional capabilities as well as benefit from the extensive automotive knowledge in Trollhättan, where the production facilities of NEVS are located while maintaining their centre of excellence in Ängelholm. NEVS has also production capacity in China and through its majority owner Evergrande has also access to wide distribution channels through ownership in one of China’s largest car retailers.

Additional synergies may be created in the automobile battery segment due to the deal NEVS’ majority owner Evergrande announced last week where it acquired 58.07 percent in automobile battery maker Shanghai CENAT New Energy Co Ltd. The deal is valued at $156 million.

At the moment the deal was announced NEVS has about 650 employees while Koenigsegg Automotive AB relies on 115 people.

Kai Johan Jiang, Chairman of the Board of Directors at NEVS AB:

“Koenigsegg is an enticing company developing advanced cars with unique technology and with a customer base that is one of a kind. To be able to expand our investment in the Swedish automotive industry through a company that we know and have an established relationship with, is an important step for us. We have both competencies and facilities to support Koenigsegg on their journey forward, something we look very much forward to”.

Christian von Koenigsegg, Founder and CEO of Koenigsegg:

“Koenigsegg is breaking new ground, capitalising on our unique technology, performance track record and market position to explore and develop new products. This partnership will create the best conditions for Koenigsegg to accelerate growth in the hyper car market, as well as enabling us to break ground into an untapped market segment together with NEVS. We very much look forward to working together with NEVS to develop products that ensure a sustainable future”.

Koenigsegg Automotive AB is based in Ängelholm, southern Sweden since 2003. The building had previously been home to the Swedish Air Force and once housed JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets.

NEVS has growing operations in China where the company’s first plant in Tianjin was finalized in 2018 and during 2019 serial production of NEVS 9-3 EV is planned to begin. In the meantime, new plant in Shanghai is under construction, scheduled for production of EV cars during 2020.

SOURCE: Koenigsegg / NEVS

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Elli.eco’s first product called Volkswagen Naturstrom® is now available across Germany: 100 percent CO2-free electricity from wind, solar or hydroelectric power

Volkswagen Naturstrom® is produced from sustainable sources.

WOLFSBURG, 30-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Elli, which stands for Electric life, is a newly established company (2018) part of Volkswagen Group that aims to be the first provider on the market to offer a seamless energy and charging experience for electric car drivers and fleet managers. Elli plans to manage all customer needs at the interface between energy and mobility. Elli Group GmbH is currently with 3 offices across Germany: Wolfsburg, Berlin and Munich.

Now the company offers eco-power tariff that is already available throughout Germany. It is its first product and is branded as “Volkswagen Naturstrom®” and will come from 100-percent renewable sources and is intended for private households and small businesses. The electricity offered through the new tariff for your home and electric vehicle is 100% green energy with TÜV-certified origin from wind, solar and hydropower facilities in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Elli.eco is convinced that e-mobility can only be really sustainable if vehicles are powered by electricity generated on a CO2-free basis.

Elli is gradually working on portfolio of smart charging solutions ranging from hardware via invoicing and additional digital services through to comprehensive consultancy packages. The range will include wallboxes, charging stations and IT-based energy management systems as well as customer cards for charging on the road.

A typical household of three persons, for example in central Berlin, with an annual consumption of 3,500 kilowatt-hours could save about €280 compared with the standard tariff of the local general supplier over the contract term of 24 months.

Elli tariff calculator’s special feature is that it can include the consumption of an electric car in addition to a household, if the customer so wishes.

The latest information on Elli’s tariff is available on the website naturstrom.elli.eco.

Elli’s minimum contract term is 24 months, with a full price guarantee for the first 12 months. For the second period of 12 months, Elli guarantees that there will be no price adjustments as a result of changes in invoicing, procurement, sales and other administrative expenses.

Thorsten Nicklass, CEO of Elli:

“With our Naturstrom offering, we want to make eco-power easy and inexpensive to buy and to establish ourselves as a reliable partner for innovative, sustainable energy solutions for households and electric vehicles.”

Karsten Miede, project manager for Volkswagen Naturstrom® and Head of E-Mobility Services with VW Kraftwerk GmbH:

“As the supplier of Volkswagen Naturstrom®, we are opening up an entirely new business area for the Group. In the new world of mobility, the topics of energy and the automobile will become increasingly closely linked – we intend to grasp this opportunity.”

Elli.eco is also supporting the construction of the Salzgitter wind farm with an output of 12 MW and annual generation of 35 GWh – equivalent to the annual consumption of approximately 10,000 households using 3,500 kWh on average. It is planned that some of the power generated there should be included in the power mix for Volkswagen Naturstrom®.

SOURCE: Elli.eco / Volkswagen Group

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EconCore and Covestro partner over stronger, lightweight and FST performing honeycomb cores and panels

EconCore N.V. and Covestro are combining their technologies in order to produce strong and lightweight honeycomb panels with outstanding performance. The products comply with Fire, Smoke, Toxicity (FST) requirements for public transportation applications, including railway and aerospace.
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EconCore N.V. und Covestro bündeln ihr technisches Know-how für die Produktion sehr leichter und gleichzeitig stabiler und leistungsstarker Wabenplatten. Die Produkte erfüllen die FST (Fire, Smoke, Toxicity)-Anforderungen für die Verwendung in öffentlichen Transportmitteln wie Bahnen oder Flugzeugen.

LEVERKUSEN, 30-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Partnership between EconCore N.V. and Covestro has been announced with the aim at producing stronger, lightweight and Fire, Smoke, Toxicity (FST) requirements compliant honeycomb panels and cores targeting public transportation applications, including railway and aerospace.

So far both companies have heavily researched and worked on different materials that are lightweight or ultra-light with specific grades and features. EconCore is capable of producing ultra-light honeycomb structures in an economic way, with a high variety of material combinations that can be fine-tuned in order to meet customers’ needs. While Covestro has dealt with a wide range of polycarbonates and blends with specific grades to meet the FST performance required by railway and aviation applications. Additionally, Covestro is currently working on a range of lightweight thermoplastic composite solutions under the brand name Maezio™.

The two companies are now teaming up to optimize the FST (Fire, Smoke, Toxicity) performance of honeycomb panels in order to meet different application requirements. Covestro and EconCore plan to select the right combination of polycarbonate grades and composites for the honeycomb core and skin and at the same time adapting the parameters within EconCore’s honeycomb technology.

Preliminary tests on the FST (Fire, Smoke, Toxicity) performance done on semi-finished, laminated honeycomb panels, are indeed very encouraging. Sandwich-panels with different material and technology combinations have already been produced and evaluated, fulfilling critical tests of EN45545 or FAR25.853 standards for various applications.

EconCore;s newly developed and patented manufacturing process demonstrates significant cost saving potential due to a high-speed and fully integrated continuous production process, where thermoplastic polymers are directly converted into a honeycomb structure and where, in addition, the sandwich skin layers can be immediately laminated onto core.

Arne Böttcher, responsible for market development of the Maezio™ brand in the EMEA region:

“The sandwich technology of EconCore is especially interesting for lightweight applications Covestro is targeting with Maezio™.”

Klaus Kraner, responsible for mass transportation applications in the Polycarbonates segment at Covestro:

“The outstanding manufacturing process of EconCore allows tailoring our materials into lightweight sandwich panel solutions for our customers,” said.”

Tomasz Czarnecki, COO of EconCore N.V.:

“After succeeding in other application domains, we have decided to address inquiries of the higher end markets. The process has been proven to work very well with a wide range of thermoplastic materials, including these with FST chemistry, while EconCore’s technology has demonstrated its capability of delivering high-performance sandwich panels at high efficiency and cost levels not achievable with conventional methods. We look forward to this new development and to continuing the partnership with Covestro. The polycarbonate-portfolio of our partner, combined with the composite solutions of Maezio™, provides us with the variety and quality of materials needed to meet the high technical requirements in mass-transportation markets. This journey is not only about making thermoplastic honeycomb cores. Imagine the potential benefits for the aerospace industry, if it had the option to thermoform sandwich panels into finished parts in a one-shot operation. The industry, already inclining to monolithic thermoplastic composites, has not seen such a change for decades.”

Covestro and EconCore will both exhibit at the upcoming JEC World 2019 exhibition.

Covestro is among the world’s largest polymer companies with EUR 14.1 billion sales reported in 2017 while EconCore, based in Leuven, Belgium, is the world leader in technologies for economic honeycomb sandwich material production.

SOURCE: Covestro

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