Electromobility
With the start of the application phase for “The smarter E AWARD 2026,” a series of technological innovations is once again coming into focus in the energy industry. The smarter E competition recognizes developments that advance photovoltaics, energy storage, mobility, and intelligent energy management. This article explains the award's objectives, how the categories are structured, and which...
Asahi Kasei is supplying a one-megawatt alkaline water electrolyzer to the Central Finland Mobility Foundation (Cefmof). The compact, container-sized "Aqualyzer C3" system is scheduled to contribute to hydrogen production in Jyväskylä from 2026 and will be a key element in the decarbonization of the Central Finland region. The decision to use this water electrolyzer is based on the manufacturer's...
MAN Truck & Bus officially launched its battery production at the Nuremberg production site today in the presence of Bavarian Minister President Dr. Markus Söder and State Minister Hubert Aiwanger. During the event, the Munich-based commercial vehicle manufacturer announced the next expansion stage of its battery production in Nuremberg for the first time. In addition to the approximately €100...
The energy transition is continuing to unfold with unabated momentum worldwide. In many places, electricity from renewable sources is no longer the exception, but the norm. This would not have been possible without forward-thinking companies and their technologies, ideas and concepts. The best new developments of today have been nominated for “The smarter E AWARD 2025”. The award is presented in a...
Wacker Chemie has opened two new production plants for specialty silicones in Japan and South Korea, thus strengthening its activities in the Asian growth market. The new plants are designed to meet rising demand for specialty silicones from the automotive and construction industries. Wacker has invested a double-digit million Euro amount in the capacity expansion. “With the expansion of our...
To support the transition to electric vehicles, Hutchinson Precision Sealing Systems has developed a new elastomer blend for Volkswagen that is adapted to the operating constraints of the “R744 refrigerant”, which is highly promising for the thermal management of electric and hybrid vehicles, but requires all the circuit components, particularly the sealing parts, to be adapted. The development of...
Delta, a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, has unveiled some of its latest Smart Green Solutions in electric mobility and energy-efficient industrial automation for greater sustainability at Hannover Messe 2022. The offering includes the Slim 100 fast charger for electric vehicles (EVs), which provides up to 100 kW of DC power with a 55 percent smaller footprint, making it...
Electromobility is globally recognized as a decisive factor for achieving climate neutrality. High-performance lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles play a key role to reach these goals. BASF is a leading player in the battery materials market focusing on high-performance cathode active materials (CAM) and anode binders for both standard tasks and tailored solutions, operating production...
From June 23 to 25, 2026, The smarter E Europe will take place in Munich, bringing together four leading trade fairs for the energy industry under one roof. The event will focus on photovoltaics, storage solutions, electromobility, and energy management. With its diverse supporting program, international exhibitors, and practical forums, the trade fair offers a central platform for exchange...
"Accelerating Integrated Energy Solutions" - this is the goal of "The smarter E Europe", Europe's largest trade fair alliance for the energy industry. In the context of a sustainable energy world, the focus is on renewable energies, decentralization and digitalization as well as cross-sector solutions for a sustainable energy supply 24/7 in the electricity, heating and transport sectors. The...
