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NAA Member News: ULEMCo Procures First Fuel Cell Module from Toyota Motor Corporation
ULEMCo, the hydrogen fuel pioneer, has started development with the FC fuel cell module from the Toyota Motor Corporation, as it develops a range of optimised hydrogen fuel cell solutions for electric vehicle applications. As the first step, ULEMCo is obtaining a fuel cell for evaluation under the feasibility project HySPERT (Hydrogen Special Purpose Electric […]
NAA Member News: Preston Technical Ltd – Patent Grant Announcement for TabTech®
Preston Technical, with its strong innovation background, has announced that its TabTech® product has been granted a patent by the UK Intellectual Property Office. Preston Technical is an active member of the Northern Automotive Alliance and is excited to share some good news with the Alliance members! Preston Technical is pleased to advise that its TabTech® self-adhesive […]
NAA Member News: Spark EV Technology collaboration puts two UK tech firms in the EV pilot’s seat
Two UK technology companies have joined forces to bring accurate range prediction and optimised fuel efficiency to the electric vehicle market through the development of an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) that is specifically optimised for energy efficiency. Hypermile and Spark EV Technology, two companies specialising in AI-powered technology for the automotive industry, have united […]
NAA Member News: World First Hydrogen Powered Ambulance Prototype Displayed at COP26
Visitors to COP26 in Glasgow are viewing the world’s first hydrogen fuelled ambulance, created by ULEMCo, the UK hydrogen fuel pioneer, and their partners. Interest is strong in the working prototype vehicle, which incorporates a hydrogen fuel cell in the powertrain, can be refuelled quickly and is capable of up to a 300-mile range. Named […]
NAA Member News: Businesswise Solutions – The rise of ESG and the challenges for the automotive industry
Rather than only looking at financial performance, businesses are having to measure, report and improve their environmental footprint, their social impact, and how they govern themselves. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is attracting more interest from business stakeholders. But what exactly is ESG? Stakeholders are increasingly prioritising ESG in their buying decisions, indicating a significant […]
NAA Member News: Emerson & Renwick – UK-Based Consortium Established To Develop Prototype Solid-State Batteries
A consortium of seven UK-based organisations has signed a memorandum of understanding to combine ambitions to develop world-leading prototype solid-state battery technology, targeting automotive applications. Solid-state batteries offer significant potential advantages over conventional lithium-ion batteries and could be transformational in meeting the UK’s net zero commitments through the electrification of transport. The successful outcome of […]
NAA Member News: LiNa wins and leads £0.52M maritime DfT grant working with Bibby Marine
LiNa Energy is proud to announce that on 1st September 2021 it launched a £0.52M project, funded by the UK Department for Transport, delivered in partnership with Innovate UK. Project LiNa Wave will last seven months, led by LiNa and includes Bibby Marine and Lancaster University as partners. The consortium will demonstrate the commercial and […]
NAA Member News: Spark EV Technology strengthens leadership team with CCO appointment
Spark EV Technology has announced that Richard Welford has become its chief commercial officer with immediate effect, supporting Spark as it engages with a number of business growth opportunities around the world. Welford, who has more than 35 years industry experience, has previously held senior positions at companies such as Jaguar, Autoliv and Tata Technologies, […]
NAA Member News: ULEMCo to Convert Aircraft Tow Vehicles to Hydrogen Combustion Hybrid
ULEMCo, the UK hydrogen fuel pioneer, announces the kick-off of its collaboration with Teesside International Airport, RAF Leeming, and Newcastle University, which will extend the adoption of hydrogen fuel in another specialist vehicle type: airport ground support vehicles. Project ZeHyDA (Zero emission Hydrogen Demonstration for Airport applications) will convert a base aircraft tow tug vehicle […]
NAA Member News: AMC has rebranded
AMC has rebranded and is making significant plans to cement itself as the UK leading copper cable manufacturer. Two years ago, AMC underwent an acquisition by a major investment group – this has led to a renewed drive to continue to grow the business at an increased rate. Whilst various strategic growth opportunities have been […]
