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Fueling the Future: Innovations in Charging Infrastructure for Next-Gen Trucks, Reports IDTechEx

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Most commercial vehicle charging today is limited to between 150 and 350 kW.

Key Points: 
  • Most commercial vehicle charging today is limited to between 150 and 350 kW.
  • IDTechEx research finds that the megawatt charging system (MCS) presents opportunities and challenges of moving to much faster charging speeds, but predict that it will become the exclusive commercial vehicle charging standard.
  • It includes analysis of private depot AC charging, MW public charging, battery swapping, and dynamic wireless charging.
  • It considers different duty cycles across various logistics scenarios and presents optimum charging technologies best suited for each case.

Fueling the Future: Innovations in Charging Infrastructure for Next-Gen Trucks, Reports IDTechEx

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 26, 2024

Most commercial vehicle charging today is limited to between 150 and 350 kW.

Key Points: 
  • Most commercial vehicle charging today is limited to between 150 and 350 kW.
  • IDTechEx research finds that the megawatt charging system (MCS) presents opportunities and challenges of moving to much faster charging speeds, but predict that it will become the exclusive commercial vehicle charging standard.
  • It includes analysis of private depot AC charging, MW public charging, battery swapping, and dynamic wireless charging.
  • It considers different duty cycles across various logistics scenarios and presents optimum charging technologies best suited for each case.

Guidehouse Insights Explores Impact of Decarbonization on Medium and Heavy Duty Truck Value Chain

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report from Guidehouse Insights looks at the impact of cost and revenue changes brought about by decarbonization and electrification on the medium and heavy duty (MHD) truck value chain.

Key Points: 
  • Decarbonizing and electrifying the medium and heavy duty trucking industry will create significant revenue shortfalls; A coherent plan for the transition to electrification is a strategic priority
    BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report from Guidehouse Insights looks at the impact of cost and revenue changes brought about by decarbonization and electrification on the medium and heavy duty (MHD) truck value chain.
  • Moving away from the internal combustion engine (ICE) is the biggest change that the truck manufacturing industry will likely ever experience.
  • According to Guidehouse Insights, to protect their retail and service networks, OEMs need to develop strategic plans to mitigate revenue losses from the current aftermarket business.
  • The report, Decarbonization Means Drastic Changes for the Medium and Heavy Duty Truck Value Chain , assesses the impact of decarbonization and electrification on the medium and heavy duty (MHD) truck value chain for three specific stakeholder groups—OEMs, truck fleets, and dealers—and considers the viability of the current industry business model moving forward.

Certain BlackRock Municipal Closed-End Funds Announce Variable Rate Muni Term Preferred Shares Actions

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

BlackRock Advisors, LLC today announced BlackRock Municipal Income Trust (NYSE: BFK), BlackRock Investment Quality Municipal Trust, Inc. (NYSE: BKN), BlackRock Municipal Income Trust II (NYSE: BLE), BlackRock Municipal Income Quality Trust (NYSE: BYM), BlackRock MuniHoldings Fund , Inc. (NYSE: MHD), BlackRock MuniYield Quality Fund II, Inc. (NYSE: MQT), BlackRock MuniHoldings Quality Fund II, Inc. (NYSE: MUE), BlackRock MuniVest Fund, Inc. (NYSE: MVF), and BlackRock MuniVest Fund II, Inc. (NYSE: MVT) (collectively, the “Funds”) intend to redeem a portion of their outstanding Series W-7 Variable Rate Muni Term Preferred Shares (“VMTP Shares”) on or about November 24, 2023, at a redemption price equal to the liquidation preference of $100,000 per share, together with accumulated and unpaid dividends through the day prior to the redemption date.

Key Points: 
  • BlackRock Advisors, LLC today announced BlackRock Municipal Income Trust (NYSE: BFK), BlackRock Investment Quality Municipal Trust, Inc. (NYSE: BKN), BlackRock Municipal Income Trust II (NYSE: BLE), BlackRock Municipal Income Quality Trust (NYSE: BYM), BlackRock MuniHoldings Fund , Inc. (NYSE: MHD), BlackRock MuniYield Quality Fund II, Inc. (NYSE: MQT), BlackRock MuniHoldings Quality Fund II, Inc. (NYSE: MUE), BlackRock MuniVest Fund, Inc. (NYSE: MVF), and BlackRock MuniVest Fund II, Inc. (NYSE: MVT) (collectively, the “Funds”) intend to redeem a portion of their outstanding Series W-7 Variable Rate Muni Term Preferred Shares (“VMTP Shares”) on or about November 24, 2023, at a redemption price equal to the liquidation preference of $100,000 per share, together with accumulated and unpaid dividends through the day prior to the redemption date.
  • Shareholders are expected to benefit from lower expenses as a result of the redemptions.
  • For more details on each Fund and its VMTP Shares see below:

CALSTART Begins Work on Plan for Zero-Emission Corridor Along Eastern Seaboard

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Monday, October 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CALSTART, a mission-oriented industry nonprofit organization, announced today the launch of a groundbreaking project to guide investment in commercial medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure along I-95, one of the nation's most heavily traveled freight routes. The East Coast Commercial ZEV Corridor project will incorporate input from fleet operators, the charging and fueling industry, utilities and communities to determine the most equitable and efficient path forward to support MHD ZEV deployment.

Key Points: 
  • Funded by a $1.2M grant from the Department of Energy, the two-year initiative will define the locations, contributors, and processes that will result in an unprecedented, advanced technology, zero-emission freight corridor up and down the Eastern seaboard.
  • CALSTART has worked for decades with government, vehicle and infrastructure manufacturers, and fleets to put into place revolutionary clean-air regulations and to create the clean transportation industry necessary to meet them.
  • CALSTART will perform their study with support from Momentum, TETC/I-95 Corridor Coalition, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Georgetown Climate Center, and Clean Cities Coalitions from each state along the corridor.
  • This roadmap will inform efforts by states, utilities, and the industry leaders to create a seamless truck charging network across the region."

Phillips-Medisize Teams with GlucoModicum to Develop an Innovative Needle-Free Continuous Glucose Monitor

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

"We wanted to create a solution that is needle free, accurate and more affordable so people would better monitor their glucose," said Jokke Mäki, managing director of GlucoModicum.

Key Points: 
  • "We wanted to create a solution that is needle free, accurate and more affordable so people would better monitor their glucose," said Jokke Mäki, managing director of GlucoModicum.
  • "Working with Phillips-Medisize, we applied compelling science to develop a world-class product that may help billions of people better manage their diabetes."
  • While their scientists conducted rigorous research, GlucoModicum sought an experienced contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) to assist in realizing their vision for a new device, called Talisman.
  • Together, the companies are also beginning to explore other potential uses of this innovative technology to support management of other diseases.

CALSTART Announces Launch of Cal Fleet Advisor for Zero-Emission Truck Fleets

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

PASADENA, Calif., June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CALSTART has announced the launch of the Cal Fleet Advisor (CFA) program at the Zero-Emission Truck and Off-Road Equipment Showcase + Ride & Drive in Fresno, CA, an event organized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and CALSTART.

Key Points: 
  • PASADENA, Calif., June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CALSTART has announced the launch of the Cal Fleet Advisor (CFA) program at the Zero-Emission Truck and Off-Road Equipment Showcase + Ride & Drive in Fresno, CA, an event organized by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and CALSTART.
  • Cal Fleet Advisor will serve as a personal, interactive alternative to traditional formats such as websites, workshops and mailers.
  • There are lots of options and rules fleets are faced with, and it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start,” says Clare Bachman, Fleet Technical Assistance Project Manager at CALSTART.
  • Cal Fleet Advisor will learn about each fleet's unique profile and tailor a strategy best-suited to that fleet’s needs in transitioning to zero-emission vehicles.

JL Audio Introduces Compact and Versatile XDM Amplifiers for Land or Sea

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

MIRAMAR, Fla., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JL Audio, an innovator in high-performance car and marine audio solutions, has today unveiled its new XDM series of compact amplifiers for the automotive and marine markets. Thanks to marine-grade materials, XDM amplifiers are suitable for installation in boats, cars, trucks, and SUV's and all models are available immediately at JL Audio authorized dealers.

Key Points: 
  • Thanks to marine-grade materials, XDM amplifiers are suitable for installation in boats, cars, trucks, and SUV's and all models are available immediately at JL Audio authorized dealers.
  • XDM amps are suitable for boats, cars, trucks, and SUVs and are available immediately at JL Audio authorized dealers.
  • "Our XD line of car amplifiers and M-series marine amplifiers have been the industry benchmarks for compact amplifiers," said Brian Power Vice President of U.S. Retail Sales at JL Audio.
  • The new XDM amplifiers feature a rugged black powder coated chassis and gasketed control cover, with JL Audio Blue accents.

Blackline Safety to make debut at EGYPS – The Egypt Petroleum Show

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN) , a global leader in connected safety technology, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 2023 EGYPS exhibition, where it will showcase its suite of ground-breaking connected safety devices.

Key Points: 
  • Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN) , a global leader in connected safety technology, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 2023 EGYPS exhibition, where it will showcase its suite of ground-breaking connected safety devices.
  • At the exhibition, attendees will experience first-hand Blackline Safety’s full suite of award-winning connected solutions, including the new G6 wearable single-gas detector .
  • We are proud to represent Blackline Safety.”
    Behind every Blackline Safety solution are Blackline Live & Blackline Analytics , award-winning connected safety software that enable organizations to know the moment something happens and manage it through to resolution with world-class emergency management tools.
  • Visit Blackline Safety at stand #2F17, Hall 2, Egypt International Exhibition Center.

AffaMed Therapeutics to commercialize Galcanezumab for Migraine Prevention in Mainland China

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

SHANGHAI, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AffaMed Therapeutics ("AffaMed"), a global clinical stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to address critical unmet medical needs in neurological, psychiatric and ophthalmic disorders today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Eli Lilly and Company ("Eli Lilly") to obtain sole commercialization rights to import, market, promote, distribute and detail Galcanezumab once approved in Mainland China. A new drug application for Galcanezumab as a preventative treatment for episodic migraine in adults was submitted by Eli Lilly to China's National Medical Products Administration ("NMPA") in June 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Affamed to obtain sole commercialization rights upon regulatory approval in Mainland China to Galcanezumab, a monoclonal antibody that selectively binds to calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP).
  • Target to address unmet medical needs for millions of Chinese migraine patients.
  • A new drug application for Galcanezumab as a preventative treatment for episodic migraine in adults was submitted by Eli Lilly to China's National Medical Products Administration ("NMPA") in June 2022.
  • Significantly greater mean proportions of patients with galcanezumab versus placebo had ≥ 50%, ≥ 75%, and 100% reductions from baseline in MHDs (all p