Hitachi to invest $1 billion in America’s grid infrastructure September 08, 2025 These investments, among the largest seen in the electrical industry in the US, include approximately USD 457 million for a new large power transformer facility in South Boston, Virginia, along with significant expansions of existing facilities throughout the country.
Ashok Leyland to invest $565M to make next-gen batteries in India September 02, 2025 Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland has entered into a long-term exclusive partnership with China’s CALB for the development and manufacturing of next-generation batteries for both automotive and non-automotive applications.
Electris: Copper and aluminium serving the future of industry September 02, 2025 Polish company Electris has grown from a small family business into one of the leading European manufacturers in copper and aluminum processing. The company’s development has been driven by investments in technology and a gradual expansion of its markets. Although Electris does not produce electronics in the strict sense, its role in the supply chain of modern technologies is invaluable. Copper and aluminium — two strategic metals — are critical for the efficiency of power systems and, consequently, for the reliability of industrial, energy, and transport equipment.
ChargePoint, Eaton launch ultrafast DC V2G chargers September 01, 2025 The integration of ChargePoint’s Express chargers with Eaton’s end-to-end electrical solutions delivers a powerful solution to overcome grid constraints, addressing the challenge of how to cost-effectively scale charging for the growing number of EVs entering service.
Aira secures €150m in funding to accelerate European expansion August 27, 2025 Swedish clean energy-tech company Aira has raised EUR 150 million in equity financing from existing investors Altor, Kallskär, Kinnevik, Lingotto and Temasek. The capital will support the company's efforts to scale up operations and accelerate the electrification of residential heating across Europe.
Ultraviolette raises $21M to accelerate electrification of motorcycles August 14, 2025 The funding round was led by the corporate venture arm of Japan’s TDK Corporation. Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette is expanding its distribution network with a presence in 20 Indian cities and a target of reaching 100 cities by year-end.
onsemi to set up research centre for wide bandgap materials August 07, 2025 onsemi plans to invest USD 8 million with Stony Brook University to establish a wide band gap research centre that will advance innovation in power semiconductors and foster the next generation of professionals in this field.
Asahi Kasei to supply lithium-ion battery separator to Toyota Tsusho August 06, 2025 This partnership allows Asahi Kasei to mitigate the risk of market fluctuations and effectively utilize resources by maintaining high rates of operation. Toyota Tsusho will benefit from a stable supply of LIB separator as it promotes the establishment of an automotive battery supply chain in North America.
LS ELECTRIC, GE Vernova sign MOU to localize converter equipment August 06, 2025 Having already achieved localization of HVDC conversion transformers (CTR), LS ELECTRIC plans to embed GE Vernova’s advanced technology in converter valves to complete the localization of voltage-source conversion facilities.
Isuzu’s first battery-electric pickup D-MAX EV adopts eAxle August 04, 2025 The newly installed product combines the newly developed eAxle front and rear with a full-time 4WD system, contributing to both the tough basic performance required for pickup trucks and the linear acceleration and low noise and vibration characteristic of BEVs.
STMicro to buy part of NXP’s sensor business for up to $950 million July 25, 2025 The MEMS sensors portfolio to be acquired by ST primarily targets automotive safety sensors, both passive (airbags) and active (vehicle dynamics), as well as monitoring sensors (TPMS1, engine management, convenience, and security).
Eaton to acquire Texas-based Resilient Power Systems July 25, 2025 Resilient’s line of ultra-compact EV charging depots connect directly to the existing distribution grid allowing clients to deploy EV fleet and public charging stations quickly and efficiently. Its highly differentiated technology has additional application potential for data centers.
GM partners with Redwood Materials to boost energy storage in US July 22, 2025 In June, Redwood Materials launched Redwood Energy, a new business that deploys both used EV packs and new modules into fast, low-cost energy-storage systems built to meet surging power demand from AI data centers and other applications.
Hangcha, Manitou form lithium battery JV in France July 21, 2025 The venture is an important step in Hangcha’s new energy strategy to accelerate its global expansion while directly supporting Manitou’s “LIFT” strategic roadmap for expanding its electric product portfolio.
Blink acquires Zemetric to expand EV charging solutions July 21, 2025 Zemetric simplifies charging with market-leading hardware, software and service solutions that are designed and built to be interoperable and highly reliable to scale electrification.
PowerX, Mercedes-Benz launch EV charging hub in Japan July 17, 2025 The station is equipped with the PowerX Hypercharger, a battery-integrated ultrafast EV charging system offering two charging ports.
BHP partners with BYD, CATL to advance battery solutions for mining July 17, 2025 BHP and BYD will jointly investigate powertrain battery solutions for heavy mining equipment and locomotives with their adjacent flash-charging infrastructure, as well as explore BYD commercial vehicles and light vehicles for use in BHP’s mining applications.
Panasonic begins mass production at new EV battery factory in Kansas July 16, 2025 Panasonic Energy has begun mass production of ‘2170’ cells — a type of cylindrical lithium-ion battery — at the Kansas factory. The facility is expected to create up to 4,000 direct jobs and 8,000 jobs in total.
Turntide bags Hitachi order to power first battery trains built in UK July 04, 2025 Hitachi will place orders worth nearly £10 million (about USD 13.6 million) with Turntide Technologies to continue R&D and supply LFP batteries. This commitment creates valuable backlog and pipeline for Turntide over the coming years and will result in the expansion of their Gateshead facility.
Parker Hannifin acquires Curtis Instruments for $1 billion July 03, 2025 Curtis designs and manufactures motor speed controllers, instrumentation, power conversion and input devices that complement Parker’s strength in electric vehicle motors, hydraulic and electrification technologies.
LG acquires Norway’s OSO to strengthen HVAC portfolio July 02, 2025 This integration will further enhance LG’s ability to deliver complete HVAC solutions, strengthen its competitiveness in Europe and support its broader global expansion strategy.
Volektra partners with Jendamark to boost magnet-free electric motor tech July 02, 2025 This collaboration designates Jendamark as the partner for industrializing and deploying production lines based on Volektra’s patented Virtual Magnet Motor (VMM) platform.
Comau partners with Intecells to boost battery electrode manufacturing June 30, 2025 Comau will work with Intecells, which has patented an innovative cold plasma application, to develop a cost-effective technology path for customers looking to integrate the new technology within existing cell manufacturing lines.
Safran, Saft to co-develop high voltage battery system for aviation June 27, 2025 Thanks to the combined expertise of Safran and Saft, the system incorporates high performance lithium-ion cells, cutting-edge technologies in thermal runaway containment, system management, and safety-related algorithms, ensuring the highest safety standards.
CATL, APM partner to advance energy transition of terminals industry June 23, 2025 Combining CATL’s advanced energy technologies with APM Terminals’ global terminal network and supply chain expertise, this partnership aims to create industry-leading solutions for battery-electric container handling to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the industry.
Wolfspeed moves to slash debt through bankruptcy plan June 23, 2025 US-based semiconductor manufacturer Wolfspeed has entered into a restructuring agreement with key creditors that will significantly reduce its debt load and cash interest expenses. The company plans to implement a pre-packaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in the near future.
LG Chem, Noritake co-develop paste for automotive power semiconductors June 19, 2025 The silver paste co-developed by LG Chem and Noritake is a high-performance paste containing nano-sized silver (Ag) particles, combining LG Chem’s particle engineering technology with Noritake’s particle dispersion expertise.
ChargePoint, Eaton establish EV charging partnership May 26, 2025 The companies will integrate EV charging and infrastructure solutions, co-developing new technologies to advance bidirectional power flow and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) capabilities — enabling EVs to act as a power source for homes, buildings and more.
Top 15: Swedish electronics manufacturing – the industry behind the industry May 15, 2025 Sweden’s largest providers of electronics manufacturing services (EMS) dominate the domestic market. A review of their 2023 financials reveals an industry that is geographically concentrated, technically advanced, and deeply integrated into the country’s industrial landscape.
DENSO, ROHM to establish semiconductor partnership May 12, 2025 Going forward, both companies will integrate DENSO’s advanced system construction capabilities in the automotive sector with ROHM’s cutting-edge semiconductor technology, cultivated in the consumer market.
Mitsubishi Motors and Foxtron sign MOU for OEM supply of EV May 12, 2025 The EV model to be supplied to Mitsubishi Motors as an OEM model will be developed by Foxtron, manufactured in Taiwan by Yulon Motor, and introduced in the Oceania region (Australia and New Zealand) in the second half of 2026.
Tasmania’s Incat launches ‘world’s largest battery-electric ship’ May 05, 2025 When it enters service between Buenos Aires and Uruguay, the 130 metre-long vessel, called Hull 096, will operate entirely on battery-electric power, carrying up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles across the River Plate.