Samsung, KT and Keysight validate 7 GHz X-MIMO trial
Samsung, KT and Keysight have validated X-MIMO in the 7 GHz band, demonstrating peak downlink speeds of up to 3 Gbps in outdoor trials using a 256-port base station, ultra-high-density antennas and eight simultaneous data streams.
Ericsson and Mistral AI partner on network automation
Ericsson and Mistral AI have formed a partnership that has targeted telecom network development and operations, prioritising legacy code migration, AI-assisted 6G research and automation of complex engineering workflows.
KG Motors, Idemitsu partner on MiBot EV rollout
KG Motors has partnered with Idemitsu to provide sales, delivery, insurance and after-sales support for the MiBot, and Idemitsu has initiated pilot e-mobility services at apollostation locations as KG Motors has prepared to begin mass production.
IRF participation in GRIS 2026, New Delhi
The International Road Federation has participated in GRIS 2026 in New Delhi, which has convened policymakers and industry to discuss integrating safety, sustainability and technology in road infrastructure and has showcased related innovations and governance approaches.
Hyundai negotiating supply of 50,000 EVs to Waymo
Hyundai has been negotiating a multi‑year deal to supply up to 50,000 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles to Waymo, integrating Waymo’s autonomous stack and signalling a potential shift towards large‑scale production of robotaxis pending regulatory and technical approvals.
Toyota, Pony.ai start bZ4X robotaxi mass production
Toyota and Pony.ai have begun mass production of the bZ4X Robotaxi in Guangzhou, aiming to produce over 1,000 units in 2026 and to deploy them across major Chinese Tier‑1 cities, integrating Pony.ai’s Gen‑7 autonomy and Toyota’s production standards.
Investment case for connected vehicle VSOC services
The piece has reported that OEMs have faced accelerating cyber threats and have explored connected vehicle services with VSOC capabilities to support regulatory compliance, enhance threat detection and optimise resource allocation.
Engineering resilience for Defence infrastructure
The article has outlined Defence infrastructure priorities, including $3.8bn northern base upgrades within a $19bn strategic review, hardening and layered resilience measures, modular and digital construction, and greater industry-government collaboration with enhanced data security and Early Contractor Involvement.
Google Cloud and Liberty Global five-year partnership
Google Cloud and Liberty Global have announced a five-year partnership centred on deploying Gemini AI, expanding Google hardware distribution, and collaborating on network automation, data-centre capacity and SMB cloud services across Liberty Global's European operating companies.
New Holland appoints Inchcape Kenya as distributor
New Holland has launched a full-range distribution partnership with Inchcape Kenya, establishing nationwide showrooms, genuine parts supply and after-sales services in six cities to expand market access and service for Kenyan farmers.
GMV and EM&E sign collaboration on ATP and SILAM
GMV and EM&E Group have signed a strategic collaboration to develop ATP self‑propelled artillery and to nationalise the SILAM rocket system and ammunition, with GMV supplying fire‑control, guidance and navigation systems and integration with the national TALOS C2.
Aqua Metals and American Battery Factory MOU on recycling
Aqua Metals and American Battery Factory have signed a non-binding MOU to evaluate co-locating a commercial lithium-ion recycling facility in Tucson capable of processing up to 10,000 tonnes annually to supply battery-grade lithium carbonate and assess US incentives.
Hyundai Motor Group, Vodafone IoT agree Middle East rollout
Hyundai Motor Group has struck a partnership with Vodafone IoT and has initiated rollout of connected car services across five Middle Eastern markets, using Global SIM+ for regulatory compliance and centralised connectivity management.
dSPACE and MathWorks integrate RoadRunner with ASM OpenX
dSPACE and MathWorks have expanded their partnership to enable direct use of RoadRunner assets in ASM OpenX, eliminating conversion steps and aligning workflows with OpenDRIVE and OpenSCENARIO, which has reduced errors and accelerated simulation development.
WirelessCar joins Eclipse SDV Working Group
WirelessCar has joined the Eclipse SDV Working Group, has committed to open, code-first collaboration and has positioned its secure connected-vehicle expertise to support scalable software-defined vehicle platforms.
UK-Bulgaria partnership to expand semiconductor capabilities
The UK and Bulgaria have established a strategic partnership to align semiconductor research, manufacturing and skills development, and have promoted a green silicon carbide wafer project and investment links supporting Bulgaria’s role in European supply chains.
U Mobile launches neutral 5G-A enterprise platform
U Mobile has launched a neutral enterprise innovation platform to develop and test 5G-Advanced and AI use cases, has appointed eight partners to provide infrastructure and tools, and has scheduled an EIP Hub for July 2026.
Tonkin + Taylor appoints Richard Hancy as Australia CEO
Tonkin + Taylor has appointed Richard Hancy as Australia chief executive and Tim Chadwick has remained on the company’s Australian board; Hancy has been tasked with aligning go-to-market strategies across Tonkin + Taylor, Chadwick Geotechnics and Bligh Tanner.
VinFast and Autobrains to develop camera-based autonomy
VinFast has partnered with Autobrains to develop a camera‑based L2++ autonomy system for VF 8 and VF 9 models, and has piloted trials in Hanoi using Agentic AI and satellite‑fused localisation to avoid LiDAR and HD maps.
SAESOL Tech and UNEX to test V2X security interoperability
SAESOL Tech and UNEX have signed a memorandum of understanding to validate SCMS interoperability with IEEE 1609.2‑compliant V2X devices, share test data and co‑host demonstrations to advance standards‑aligned deployments.
CATL and NIO sign five-year battery partnership
CATL and NIO have signed a five-year strategic cooperation and have agreed to develop long‑life batteries, have committed to advance battery‑swapping technology and standards, and have arranged to share network resources and pursue joint branding to expand market share.
XC Technology and Photon Automation form ESS partnership
XC Technology and Photon Automation have signed a strategic collaboration to support Photon Energy in offering turnkey energy storage system contract manufacturing, covering design, prototyping, production, precision laser welding and battery process optimisation.
Waabi raises $750m Series C, secures $1bn funding
Toronto-based Waabi has closed a $750m Series C and secured milestone funding from Uber, bringing available capital to $1bn. The investment has been earmarked to advance its Physical AI Platform and support expansion from trucking into robotaxis.
LandCare selects Lytx+ with Geotab for fleet safety
LandCare has selected Lytx+ with Geotab for its 1,200-vehicle fleet and has deployed integrated telematics and video to improve visibility, safety coaching and electrification planning across 75 locations in 26 states.
Volvo A45 Supporting Kühtai 2 Power Plant at 2,100 metres
Volvo A45 articulated haulers have been deployed at the Kühtai 2 site to transport 42-tonne loads up to 2,100 metres, supporting reservoir, dam and tunnel construction, and on-site dealer service has been maintaining operational readiness.
GlobalLogic and Elektrobit expand SDV partnership
GlobalLogic and Elektrobit broaden a 15-year collaboration to accelerate software-defined vehicle development, combining HPC, safety and cybersecurity expertise to support OEMs' compliance and scalable SDV deployment.
Microlise expands food and grocery logistics portfolio
Microlise has extended its logistics technology portfolio, supplying telematics, planning, ePOD and temperature-control integrations to three UK food and cold-chain operators to improve visibility, planning and compliance.
Sterling Tools, MINIEYE to localise ADAS for India
Sterling Tools and MINIEYE will localise ADAS and DMS for Indian roads, combining local manufacturing and OEM ties with MINIEYE’s software to meet 2027 safety norms.
DXC and SAP expand AI collaboration in Europe
DXC and SAP broaden their European partnership to co-develop AI use cases on SAP BTP, aiming to accelerate enterprise digital transformation, operational efficiency and rapid deployment of scalable AI solutions.
Honda and Princeton NuEnergy sign MOU on cathode recycling
Honda and Princeton NuEnergy signed an MOU to advance plasma-based cathode-to-cathode recycling, validating rejuvenated NMC materials and exploring commercial-scale, closed-loop production to support electrification strategies.
Viasat and BSNL partner to upgrade Indian Navy SATCOM
Viasat and BSNL will integrate Ka-band and L-band satellite systems to provide SATCOM capability for operational and bandwidth-intensive maritime applications; equipment installation begins this month.
STEER Tech and KINEXON partner on industrial AV systems
STEER Tech and KINEXON will integrate RTLS with autonomy and fleet software to improve indoor localisation, fleet coordination, safety and scalability for industrial autonomous vehicles and robots.
AT&T 5G integrated into 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
AT&T will embed multi‑mode 5G (SA and NSA) and LTE into the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander, combining terrestrial and satellite links to support OTA updates, infotainment and software‑defined vehicle services.
IRF and WWF sign MoU on sustainable transport infrastructure
The International Road Federation and WWF signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on guidance, outreach and capacity building to advance sustainable, resilient and biodiversity-sensitive road infrastructure globally.
Ford negotiates battery supply with BYD
Ford is negotiating with BYD to source batteries for hybrid models; terms, logistics and manufacturing locations remain under discussion as Ford rebalances electric-vehicle and hybrid strategies.
UK Road Safety Strategy 2026 Unveiled
The UK government unveiled a Road Safety Strategy aiming for a 65% reduction in deaths and serious injuries by 2035, introducing Safe System, employer standards and mandated vehicle safety technologies.
Škoda partners Upstream on vehicle cybersecurity
Škoda has engaged Upstream to deploy a cloud security platform to centralise threat intelligence, streamline internal coordination and support compliance with UNECE WP.29 R155 and ISO/SAE 21434.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries joins AECC for edge computing
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has joined the Automotive Edge Computing Consortium to provide data-centre, energy and infrastructure expertise for distributed edge computing, resource optimisation and sustainability in vehicle data processing.
NTT Data JV to build intra-Asia submarine cable
NTT Data, Sumitomo and JA Mitsui Leasing formed I-AM NW to build a $1bn intra-Asia submarine cable delivering up to 320Tbps and multiple Japanese landing points to enhance regional connectivity.
Redesigning urban mobility for inclusive access
Councils, operators and communities are adapting urban transport infrastructure—via standards, funding models and user engagement—to improve accessibility, resilience and low-carbon modal shift across cities.
24 V solid-state battery module for construction machinery
ProLogium, Kyushu Electric Power and Nakayama revealed a 24 V solid-state battery module for integration into two construction machines, with reported longer run-times and reduced charging times versus lithium-ion systems.
CypressTel on SD‑WAN, SASE, AI and China connectivity
CypressTel outlines integration of SD‑WAN, SASE and AI across operations, its carrier‑neutral APAC–China network strategy, and plans to expand data‑centre, cloud and partner capabilities.
Pony.ai and BAIC BJEV deepen Robotaxi partnership
Pony.ai and BAIC BJEV expanded their partnership to co-design and produce Level 4 robotaxis, scale manufacturing and pursue international commercial deployment while optimising operations and costs.
