NEWS
Key trends shaping EV charging in 2024
The EV charging market is seeing rapid growth in public charging networks, driven by substantial investments in infrastructure expansion. The focus is on deployment of high-power DC chargers…
Technology
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$2b for world’s first green hydrogen AI data centre in NZ
New Zealand energy company North Rakaia has signed an agreement with Taiwan-based Mobii Green Energy Group to help build the world’s first green hydrogen AI data centre. The…
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Off-grid EV charging demand growing
The rapidly growing global EV market brings great demand for new charging infrastructure, including conductive charging, battery swapping, and wireless charging. So says IDTechEx in its latest report…
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$17.5m for seven Kiwi businesses, including EV charging and solar
Callaghan Innovation will support seven trailblazing Kiwi businesses with bold ideas to succeed in global markets, including renewable energy and EV charging. Science, innovation and technology minister Judith…
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Principle Power expands WindFloat portfolio
Global floating offshore wind pioneer Principle Power has added two centre column platforms to its semisubmersible product portfolio. They are the WindFloat TC (tubular centre column) and WindFloat…
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Australia trials electric concrete mixer truck
Holcim Australia and concrete equipment provider Putzmeister Oceania will trial the first Australian Design Rules (ADRs) approved and road registered fully electric concrete truck mixer in Australia. The…
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CATL unveils 600kWh EV battery, while e-truck does Australian lap
The CATL Tectrans – T is a battery developed specifically for heavy-duty trucks with a lifespan of 2.8 million km, capable of recharging to 70% in 15 minutes,…
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Disability groups slam NZTA e-scooter remote piloting block
A decision from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) to block e-scooter remote piloting function is being questioned by disability advocacy groups which support the technology as a…
ABB
Megawatt charging for trucks, marine and aviation
High-power megawatt charging is expected soon for Kiwi e-trucks, e-ferries and e-aircraft. Next year should see mass production of Megawatt Charging Systems (MCS) start for land transport, marine…
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Evnex focuses on Australia
Christchurch-based EV charger manufacturer Evnex says it’s strategically expanding its focus to Australia in response to the evolving EV landscape. Recent policy changes in Australia have created more…