BYD and Yum China launch nine-minute EV charging network
BYD has partnered with Yum China to deploy 'nine‑minute' EV charging drive‑thrus at KFC outlets, has launched an in‑car smart‑ordering feature beginning with the Fangchengbao Ti7, has expanded its flash‑charging network and has reported reduced sales.
Vacuum insulation panels for liquefied hydrogen tanks
The EU-funded NICOLHy project has investigated vacuum insulation panel concepts to improve scalability and cost-efficiency of large liquefied hydrogen storage tanks and has scheduled large-scale tests to assess thermal performance, safety, installation and economic viability.
BYD and KFC China to trial 9‑minute EV charging
BYD and KFC China have signed a strategic agreement to integrate drive‑thru ordering with BYD flash charging, piloting in‑car ordering on the Ti7 and targeting a nine‑minute charge; BYD has built over 5,000 stations and has targeted 20,000 by 2026.
U Mobile expands ULTRA5G indoor 5G coverage in Malaysia
U Mobile has adopted an 'Indoor First' strategy and has deployed ULTRA5G across over 80 key sites, has committed to 600 in-building sites by H2 2029 and has used Huawei's DIS to support enterprise 5G-A and mobile AI applications.
U Mobile deploys ULTRA5G indoor 5G network in Malaysia
U Mobile has adopted an "Indoor First" ULTRA5G rollout with Huawei, and has deployed over 80 indoor sites; it has pledged 600 in‑building coverage sites by H2 2029 and has targeted 90% populated‑area coverage by H2 2027.
Volkswagen partners with Xpeng for vehicle technology
Volkswagen has partnered with Xpeng to source vehicle hardware and software in China after profits have fallen and local competitors have gained market share; the collaboration has accelerated development timelines compared with Western peers.
Chery and Jaguar Land Rover launch Freelander NEV brand
Chery and Jaguar Land Rover have launched Freelander, an independent NEV brand headquartered in Shanghai, and have unveiled the Concept97 concept; the brand has secured NEV production qualification for end-2025 and has scheduled production to start in late 2026.
Virgin Media O2 selects Nokia for UK 5G RAN upgrade
Virgin Media O2 has selected Nokia for a multi‑year UK 5G Radio Access Network modernisation programme, under which Nokia has been appointed to supply AirScale RAN equipment, Massive MIMO radios and AI‑enabled baseband platforms to improve capacity and efficiency.
Volvo to import and distribute Lynk & Co in Europe
Volvo Cars and Geely Auto have signed a non-binding MoU under which Volvo has agreed to become Lynk & Co’s exclusive importer and distributor in Europe and to integrate sales and after-sales systems to scale the brand.
Geotab launches OEM telematics integration for Hyundai
Geotab has launched an integrated telematics solution for Hyundai vehicles across Europe, enabling fleet managers to access OEM-embedded data in MyGeotab without retrofit and has delivered near real-time GPS, maintenance and EV operational metrics.
Victoria develops MMC training to support housing delivery
Victoria has established a Centre of Excellence at Melbourne Polytechnic and has launched micro-credentials and a Certificate III to align vocational training with modern methods of construction to support housing delivery.
RSM Australia becomes platinum sponsor of Endeavour Awards
RSM Australia has joined the Endeavour Awards as a platinum sponsor and has promoted its advisory services to manufacturing firms, highlighting connections between supplier innovation, council infrastructure procurement and regional economic development.
Harbinger partners with Frazer on hybrid ambulances
Harbinger has partnered with Frazer to electrify ambulances and mobile healthcare units using its plug-in hybrid chassis and battery technology. Frazer has invested in Harbinger and both firms have committed to US manufacturing.
Italian carriers move to exit Inwit tower contracts
Fastweb+Vodafone has served notice to terminate its MSA with Inwit, and TIM has also been reported to be considering early exit; both operators have cited above-market tower pricing and have signalled plans for shared new infrastructure.
OCTO and Volkswagen integrate fleet data access
OCTO has announced a partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG that has enabled direct, hardware-free access to OEM vehicle data across multiple brands, providing real-time fleet insights for predictive maintenance, EV management and compliance with European GDPR standards.
UK–Ghana Study Tour on Roads and Future Transport
Senior Ghanaian road officials have completed a UK study tour that has focused on road asset management, road safety and future transport systems, and have engaged UK research, delivery bodies and industry to explore collaboration, investment and capacity-building.
Vi and BSNL in talks on network and spectrum sharing
Vodafone Idea and BSNL have entered talks to share towers, fibre and spectrum to reduce duplication, manage capex pressures and potentially accelerate 5G rollout, while the regulator and parliamentary committee have requested a detailed proposal.
Ecopals completes second EcoFlakes project in Scotland
Ecopals has completed a second EcoFlakes PRO installation in North Lanarkshire, combining recycled-plastic additive with Warm Mix Asphalt to lower emissions, reduce virgin polymer use and expand UK trials of low-carbon road materials.
Mahindra and HPCL to expand EV charging network across India
Mahindra and Hindustan Petroleum have agreed to deploy EV chargers at more than 24,400 HPCL retail outlets nationwide, installing high-capacity fast units including 180 kW chargers and digital services to expand public charging infrastructure and support long-distance EV travel.
Recycled-plastic asphalt tested at Strathclyde Country Park
North Lanarkshire Council has resurfaced a section of Strathclyde Country Park with EcoFlakes PRO, an asphalt additive made from recycled plastics, and has reported emissions reductions of up to 20% alongside warm mix asphalt use.
WWF launches GRID programme for transport infrastructure
WWF has launched the GRID programme, a GEF-funded initiative to integrate biodiversity and climate resilience into transport infrastructure planning across five national projects and a global knowledge hub.
Development Victoria: de-risking urban renewal projects
Development Victoria has acted as a self-funded public developer, de-risking state-owned land through assembly, remediation and planning, and has established collaborative partnerships to enable private-sector delivery of housing, precinct regeneration and affordable housing outcomes.
Spain–UK Trade and Investment Forum held in Madrid
The inaugural Spain–UK Trade and Investment Forum has convened government officials and businesses in Madrid to discuss strengthening bilateral trade, investment and cooperation across technology, defence, AI, healthcare, finance, cybersecurity and aerospace.
Uber to invest $1.25bn in Rivian for robotaxi fleet
Uber has announced a phased investment of up to $1.25bn in Rivian to deploy autonomous R2 SUVs as robotaxis, beginning with 10,000 vehicles in 2028 and options to scale to 50,000 by 2031.
Infineon and Zenergize partner on Indian power electronics
Infineon and Zenergize have announced a partnership to integrate Infineon's wide-bandgap semiconductors into Zenergize's locally designed power-electronics for solar, EV charging and energy storage, aiming to enhance efficiency and support domestic manufacturing in India.
VIAVI and NVIDIA collaborate on AI-native 6G networks
VIAVI and NVIDIA have announced a strategic collaboration to integrate network testing and digital-twin simulation with AI platforms, and have developed agentic RAN blueprints to advance energy and spectral efficiency towards autonomous, software-defined 6G networks.
ROHM and Suchi Semicon to localise semiconductor packaging
ROHM has formed a partnership with Suchi Semicon to establish local back-end manufacturing for power semiconductor packaging and testing in India, has initiated technical evaluations and has targeted mass production from 2026 to strengthen automotive supply-chain resilience.
Pony.ai, Chenqi deploy 100+ Gen-7 robotaxis in China
Pony.ai and Chenqi Mobility have launched over 100 Gen-7 robotaxis in China, have adopted a technology-licensing model, and have assigned Chenqi responsibility for fleet ownership, operations and safety to scale commercial robotaxi services.
Toyota adopts Panasonic infotainment for new RAV4
Toyota has partnered with Panasonic to integrate an advanced infotainment system into the 2026 RAV4, has aligned it with the Arene software platform and has enabled over-the-air updates, improved user experience and enhanced connectivity.
Audi E7X: China-focused electric SUV for local market
Audi has been developing a China-focused E7X electric SUV under a Volkswagen Group–SAIC joint strategy and has used a dedicated local platform to shorten development cycles, enhance digital features and improve competitiveness in China’s EV market.
Europe for Aviation at Airspace World 2026
Europe for Aviation has announced participation at Airspace World 2026 in Lisbon and has outlined demonstrations, panel sessions and SESAR tours to showcase collaborative progress on Single European Sky implementation, sustainability and airspace modernisation.
Transition to Software- and AI-Defined Vehicles
Automakers have adopted software-defined architectures, have begun integrating artificial intelligence across vehicle platforms, have implemented centralised computing and over-the-air updates, and have pursued flexible powertrain strategies and cross-regional partnerships and have created new monetisation opportunities.
Italian carriers form JV to build up to 6,000 towers
TIM and Fastweb+Vodafone have signed a non-binding agreement to form a 50:50 joint venture to develop up to 6,000 open-access mobile towers, have agreed long-term anchor tenancy, and have said the plan is subject to regulatory approvals and external investment.
AT&T, Cisco and Nvidia integrate AI into telecom networks
AT&T, Cisco and Nvidia have announced a collaboration that has integrated AI inference into telecom networks and edge computing. The partners have targeted enterprise video analytics, industrial monitoring and transport systems and have demonstrated deployments in public safety and industrial trials.
Global muon network for space and atmospheric monitoring
The Georgia State University‑led gLOWCOST project has established a global network of low‑cost muon detectors to monitor space and atmospheric conditions, has installed over 17 detectors across ten countries by February 2026, and has invited partners to join.
Mahindra selects Mobileye EyeQ6 ADAS for future models
Mahindra has selected Mobileye's EyeQ6-based ADAS for at least six upcoming models, with production due from 2027, and has adopted SuperVision and Surround platforms to consolidate perception, mapping and occupant monitoring into a single architecture.
Volvo and AiDEN deploy integrated SENT compliance service
Volvo has partnered with AiDEN via CampX and has embedded a digital SENT-compliance service into trucks and Volvo Connect, enabling operators to meet Poland’s new tracking rules without external devices.
Guides update composite and weathering steel bridge design
BlueScope and WSP have released updated guides that have aligned composite and weathering steel bridge design with AS/NZS 5100.6:2024, and have provided visual span tables, material options and early-stage planning tools for economical, durable bridge solutions in Australia.
Volvo Trucks offers factory-fit Geotab telematics package
Volvo Trucks has partnered with Geotab and has launched a factory‑fit, cloud‑based telematics package for 2015‑onwards Volvo engines that has provided fleet management, ELD compliance, diagnostics and analytics via integrated hardware and a user dashboard.
Orange Business expands AI, collaboration and voice offerings
Orange Business has launched European-hosted collaboration, AI-agent and voice solutions designed to enhance data sovereignty, governance and operational automation, positioning them as regulated alternatives to global providers while emphasising internal use as proof of performance.
Nio seeks to supply in-house chips to Geely, Leapmotor
Nio has reported Q4 2025 profit after restructuring and has monetised its chip unit through licensing and a joint venture with Axera, and has sought to supply the M97 and a lower‑end 9031e chip to automakers including Geely and Leapmotor.
NVIDIA and Uber deepen robotaxi partnership globally
NVIDIA and Uber have announced an expanded collaboration to deploy NVIDIA's DRIVE platform and AI stack within Uber's ride-hailing network and have committed to accelerate Level 4 robotaxi commercialisation across multiple international markets.
Viavi and Nvidia collaborate on AI-native network software
Viavi and Nvidia have expanded a partnership to integrate testing, simulation and AI platforms to develop agentic digital twins, improve spectral and energy efficiency and advance software-defined, AI-native networks towards autonomous 6G deployments.
GMV awarded $43m Los Angeles transit contract to 2030
GMV has been awarded a $43m contract to support Los Angeles’ DASH and Commuter Express through 2030, and has committed to upgrade the fleet with GMV Hub and deploy more than 300 solar-powered digital signs for real-time passenger information.
Ammann emphasises team-based leadership
Ammann has emphasised team-based leadership, structured mentoring and continuous feedback, and has established regular meetings and biannual formal reviews to support collaboration, communication and employee development.
Ammann mentoring and collaboration programme
Ammann has developed a mentoring programme that has emphasised targeted matching, feedback loops and mentor training, and has fostered a collaborative culture supporting knowledge transfer and global career mobility.
Specicon appointed Ammann Elba dealer in the Netherlands
Specicon has been appointed as Ammann Elba's official dealer in the Netherlands and has been assigned to provide sales, service and technical support, thereby extending access to Ammann Elba concrete-mixing plants for Dutch construction and infrastructure firms.
Wabash and UP.Labs advance AI supply-chain tools
Wabash and UP.Labs have progressed AI-enabled quoting and parts-intelligence tools and have launched Spec It and Stock It pilots to reduce configuration and quoting time, optimise parts availability and support aftermarket revenue growth.
Mobile networks adapt to AI agent traffic
Industry stakeholders have highlighted that mobile AI traffic has accelerated, requiring 5G-Advanced, U6GHz spectrum and AI-driven network management; operators who have upgraded infrastructure and formed ecosystem partnerships have been positioned to capture commercial opportunities.