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August 8, 2025

SolarEdge, a leading provider of smart energy solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with Schaeffler, a prominent automotive and industrial supplier, to roll out EV charging hardware and software across company sites. The initiative aims to install 2,300 charging points by 2030, starting with Schaeffler’s global headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

Under the agreement, SolarEdge Technologies will support the deployment of EV charging infrastructure throughout Schaeffler’s European operations.

August 7, 2025

ZF is introducing the next generation of this intelligent chassis technology, just months after the launch of its Smart Chassis Sensor. The latest version now includes an integrated accelerometer in its advanced configuration, enabling direct data collection from within the ball joint. In addition to measuring wheel height, the enhanced sensor can now capture three-dimensional acceleration data. ZF is rolling out a significant update to its Chassis 2.0 strategy - an approach that integrates smart components, by-wire systems, and digital platforms to support more connected and efficient mobility.

August 6, 2025

Equity investor T2Y Capital announced last week that it will become the second-largest shareholder in Romanian lithium energy storage firm Prime Batteries Energy Holding. The newly established T2Y Capital plans to support the Bucharest-based company’s global growth ambitions by providing expansion capital and strategic guidance.

As part of the deal, T2Y will join Prime’s board of directors. The partnership aims to scale Prime’s production capacity from the current 300 MWh to over 8 GWh by 2030.

August 5, 2025

The energy price index eased by 0.6% in July, driven by a 6% decline in European natural gas prices.

The non-energy price index dipped by 0.4%.

Food prices rose by 0.9%, beverages fell by 10.8%, and raw materials remained broadly unchanged.

August 4, 2025

The first half of 2025 was a difficult period for the EU commercial vehicle market, with substantial registration declines across key countries, compounding an already strained economic environment. Although the share of electrically chargeable vehicles increased, the pace of growth remains insufficient, as widespread adoption continues to be hampered by a lack of critical supporting infrastructure and conditions.

July 30, 2025

Motion plastics specialist igus has introduced its first humanoid robot, Iggy Rob, designed to assist with industrial production, service operations, and transportation tasks. Priced competitively at approximately $54,500, Iggy Rob offers an accessible entry point into humanoid robotics for businesses looking to automate their workflows without the high costs typically associated with such systems. The debut of Iggy Rob comes as projections suggest up to 20 million humanoid robots could be in industrial use by 2030. 

July 29, 2025

Helsing, a leading defence technology company based in Europe, has announced the successful close of a €600 million Series D funding round. Founded in 2021, Helsing is at the forefront of integrating advanced AI technology into modern defence systems. The company specializes in AI-powered software that processes vast amounts of sensor and weapons system data to support real-time military decision-making. In 2024, Helsing also expanded into hardware, launching its own military drone line, the HX-2.