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Compass Datacenters, which designs and constructs data center campuses for some of the world’s major technology companies, has signed a multi-year capacity agreement with Siemens to supply a custom modular medium-voltage skid solution. The solution consolidates the capabilities of multiple electrical components, including medium-voltage switchgear and transformers, into a single integrated unit, which will enable Compass to build faster and at a lower total cost. The agreement guarantees delivery of up to 1,500 units over the next five years. Install critical power systems This innovative design, developed by Siemens and Compass, dramatically reduces the time required to install critical power systems, enabling faster data center delivery during an era of unprecedented demand. Driven by the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), continued progression of cloud computing, and the explosive growth of global data, the data center market is projected to grow by double digits through 2030.  Switchgears and transformers The design of the switchgear reduces the need for care and extends the service life of the equipment Siemens will deliver prefabricated modular units that include maintenance-free 8DJH 36 gas-insulated arc-resistant medium-voltage switchgear and transformers. Conserving resources, the design of the switchgear reduces the need for maintenance and extends the service life of the equipment, while the compact design increases energy efficiency in operations. The custom skid solution creates a simplified and standardized design for easy deployment across a variety of environments. New data centers "Tools like artificial intelligence and cloud services provide great opportunities as well as some challenges in terms of the scale of growth," says Brian Dula, Region CEO of the Electrification and Automation business at Siemens Smart Infrastructure USA. He adds, "At Siemens, we are ‘productizing’ the critical components necessary so companies like Compass can build new data centers faster while reducing on-site work and costs. It is the prefabrication, modular, and fungible design of our technology that provides the bedrock needed to meet the demand the industry is calling for."  Era of high demand Compass builds data center campuses for the world’s largest hyperscalers, with sites throughout the globe Compass builds data center campuses for the world’s largest hyperscalers, with sites throughout the globe. Heavy reliance on off-site manufacturing and modular means of construction provides Compass with the unique ability to deliver large-scale data centers in as few as nine months, which is critical in this era of high demand. "This solution is a powerful example of what this partnership will deliver to Compass customers in the years to come," says Jared Day, President and Chief Financial Officer, Compass Datacenters. Integration of the modular solution Jared Day adds: "The 8DJH 36 solution delivers major efficiency and sustainability advantages that align with Compass’ strategic anchors and accelerates our timeline for projects." The first installation of this solution will be at Compass’ new data center campus being developed on the former site of Sears’ headquarters in the Chicago area and is slated to break ground in the second half of 2025. Siemens’ factory-certified service personnel will offer commissioning and installation support to ensure seamless integration of the modular solution across all projects.

Siemens and Eplan will make engineering and production processes for customers in machine and line building more efficient. Seamless data exchange between Siemens’ Teamcenter® X software, TIA-Selection Tool and the Eplan software Collaboration improves tool chain in machine engineering Machine builders can realize their projects in construction, operation and expansion faster and more efficiently Digital business platform This will be achieved by both companies significantly expanding data interoperability between their offerings. The automated interaction between Siemens’ Teamcenter X® software, TIA Portal, Eplan Electric P8 and Eplan Pro Panel makes engineering information available right on Eplan and vice-versa.  Customers will benefit from a more efficient tool chain for machine and line engineering Customers will benefit from a more efficient tool chain for machine and line engineering, making electrical engineering much faster and less prone to errors. This collaboration expands Siemens’ and Eplan’s partner ecosystems. The Siemens Xcelerator open digital business platform creates a powerful ecosystem of partners that’s accelerating the digital and sustainable transformation of industry. Eplan customers are benefiting from the extended collaboration via the Eplan Partner Network. Sustainable transformation of industry "The partnership between Siemens and Eplan is a milestone in digital engineering. The optimized data exchange enables customers to realize their projects in construction, operation and expansion faster and more efficiently," said Cedrik Neike, Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG and CEO of Digital Industries. Cedrik Neike adds, “With this collaboration we’re strengthening our Siemens Xcelerator ecosystem and are creating more value for our customers than each of us could individually." Eplan and Siemens partnership Eplan CEO - Sebastian Seitz, stated: "With this collaboration, Eplan and Siemens are bringing together their extensive experience in machine engineering to provide our joint customers with an end-to-end engineering tool chain. This makes engineering processes much faster and less prone to errors." The collaboration between the two companies was agreed on by Cedrik Neike and Prof. Dr. Friedhelm Loh, owner and chairman of Friedhelm Loh Group, at the SPS trade show (Eplan is part of the Friedhelm Loh Group). The improved offerings will become successively available to customers beginning next year.

PowerWalker, a pioneer in power management solutions, will be showcasing its latest innovations at Data Center World Paris 2024. The event will take place on November 27 and 28, 2024, at Porte de Versailles, Hall 7. PowerWalker will be exhibiting at stand C25, where it will showcase its power management solutions like the all-in-one MDC (Micro Data Center), compact-footprint TAP series, and the CPM series. PowerWalker’s solutions address the increasing electricity demand in data centers, AI servers, and IoT applications. These products enhance reliability and energy efficiency, supporting the growth of AI and IoT technologies globally. PowerWalker MDC: Eco-Friendly IT Solutions PowerWalker MDC represents an efficient and eco-friendly solution for data center infrastructure The PowerWalker MDC (Micro Data Center) represents an efficient and eco-friendly solution for data center infrastructure. It combines various subsystems such as UPS, power distribution, precision cooling, edge computing, dynamic monitoring, system connection, and intelligent management into a single cabinet. Instead of cooling the complete server room, installing an MDC (Micro Data Center) is way more eco-friendly to the environment. R410A refrigeration Featuring intelligent cooling and monitoring technology, the PowerWalker MDC (Micro Data Center) enhances energy and protection efficiency. It uses R410A refrigeration, which has a lower climate change impact compared to older refrigerants.  This results in more efficient cooling systems, helping businesses save on energy costs while protecting the environment. With its built-in temperature and humidity sensors, it is an ideal protection for sensitive IT equipment. Custom-built system The custom-built system allows customers to choose between single-rack and multi-rack systems The PowerWalker MDC (Micro Data Center) includes three sub-series: Basic Single Rack without Cooling, Standard Single Rack with Self-Contained DX Cooling, and Standard Single Rack with Split DX Cooling. The custom-built system allows customers to choose between single-rack and multi-rack systems, ensuring a perfect fit for specific needs. VFI TAP PF1 BE: Compact and Efficient The PowerWalker VFI TAP PF1 BE series is a three-phase UPS series with three-step IGBT PWM control technology, boasting up to 96% efficiency in online mode and 99% efficiency in ECO mode. This series’ compact design reduces up to 50% of the footprint, making it ideal for data centers and industrial complexes. The PowerWalker VFI TAP PF1 BE series works with lead-acid batteries and provides longer backup time. Its optimized battery management (OBM) helps extend battery life by 50%. PowerWalker VFI TAP PF1 BE series Another feature of the PowerWalker VFI TAP PF1 BE series is its flexibility The system's non-master-slave paralleling technology eliminates the risk of shutdown due to a single point of failure, ensuring continuous operation.  It can be paralleled and reaches an output power of up to 320kW. Another feature of the PowerWalker VFI TAP PF1 BE series is its flexibility. The 32-44 battery adjustment provides a more flexible battery configuration. VFI CPM Series: Flexible and Scalable The PowerWalker VFI CPM Series is a single 42U three-phase cabinet that offers space for ten 60kW power modules. This online modular solution can reach an output power of 600kW and features hot-swappable power modules available in 60kW. The cabinet manages synchronized work and parallel operation, resulting in a very low Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) and parallel redundancy. CPM cabinets Additionally, each CPM cabinet includes a switch module, an STS module, and an LCD panel The CPM cabinets can be configured with UPS modules, battery slots, and a combination of both, offering the highest flexibility. The CPM series combines high flexibility and scalability with excellent efficiency up to 94.5% in online mode, making it an optimal power solution for commercial purposes. Additionally, each CPM cabinet includes a switch module, an STS module, and an LCD panel. CPM cabinets are available in 30U and 42U sizes, with a compact economy version available in 15U. The CPM cabinets can also operate in parallel, doubling capacity. Latest products and solutions Following Frankfurt's Success, PowerWalker Expands New Solutions to France. Building on the success of its participation at Data Center World in Frankfurt, where PowerWalker presented its latest products and solutions for the first half of the year, the company is thrilled to showcase even more innovative solutions in Paris. Data Center World Paris is the largest trade fair in France for data center professionals, attracting a record-breaking audience of over 4,000 professional visitors in 2023. For more information, please visit PowerWalker at stand C25 in Hall 7 at Porte de Versailles on November 27 and 28, 2024.

Vestel Mobility is pleased to announce its participation in the upcoming London Electric Vehicle Show (London EV Show) 2024, the UK’s foremost trade expo and conference dedicated to the EV industry. At this premier event, Vestel Mobility is a Gold Sponsor and will showcase its robust line of EV charging solutions, underlining its growing presence in the UK and European EV charging markets. Vestel Mobility's chargers Designed and manufactured in Europe, Vestel Mobility's chargers meet full UK compliance standards, delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and value to meet the growing market for residential, business, and infrastructure clients. Vestel Mobility UK, based in Langley, Berkshire, will be showcasing UK-specific solutions, with the UK Head of Sales and Business Development, Ali Khan, speaking as part of the event’s packed conference program. products on display Attendees can expect to see the versatile new Libra models, purpose-built for residential and small business With a large, interactive booth, Vestel Mobility will display its growing range of sophisticated EV chargers. Attendees can expect to see the versatile new Libra models, purpose-built for residential and small business installations, and a variety of kiosk units, including AC and DC fast charge solutions, ideal for high-traffic charge parks and public infrastructure. Libra EV charger, Gemini dual-output EV charger The exhibition stand will feature the 7kW and 22kW versions of the new Libra EV charger, the Gemini dual-output EV charger designed for commercial premises, and the 40 kW-720 kW DC wallbox, all-in-one and satellite DC fast charging station. These chargers can be custom-branded, offering flexible solutions for Charge Point Operators seeking to meet the growing demand for reliable and accessible EV infrastructure. reducing fossil fuel use As a division of Vestel, Europe's largest manufacturer of TVs and domestic appliances, Vestel Mobility is focused on helping drive the European EV revolution and reducing fossil fuel use as part of its ambition net-zero targets across the company. Based in Vestel’s 1.3 million-square-foot European manufacturing facility, Vestel Mobility can produce more than 700,000 EV chargers annually, positioning the brand as one of Europe’s largest EV charger manufacturers. in-house design and engineering Vestel brings chargers to market that embody the brand’s reputation for quality and reliability With in-house design and engineering capabilities, Vestel brings chargers to market that embody the brand’s reputation for quality and reliability, making the brand an ideal choice for installers, commercial contractors, and public specifiers. “Vestel Mobility’s presence at the London Electric Vehicle Show is a significant opportunity to reinforce our commitment to the UK market and to showcase the breadth of our product line,” said Ali Khan, Head of Business Development at Vestel Mobility UK. key speaker at LEVS24 Ali Khan adds, “We’re looking forward to connecting with distributors, installers, CPOs, and industry leaders who share our mission of making UK electric vehicle charging widely available and highly reliable.” Ali will be a key speaker on the LEVS24 conference agenda, discussing ‘The Paradigm Shift: The future of electricals in e-mobility’ and how Vestel Mobility, one of Europe’s largest electrical manufacturers, embraces and adapts to the rapidly changing market. Make sure to attend on Day 2,15:10 - 15:25.  

Under the motto ‘Let’s advance Manufacturing,’ Siemens and selected partners will demonstrate at Formnext 2024 how additive manufacturing (AM) is becoming an innovation enabler for industrial applications thanks to a functioning ecosystem, digitalization, and automation. Additive manufacturing has become an established production technology in which productivity, costs, quality, and availability are critical to long-term market viability. The Siemens Xcelerator strategy emphasizes the importance of innovation and technology partnerships as well as open, interoperable technologies. Additive manufacturing offerings They are essential when it comes to facilitating the integration of AM into conventional manufacturing technologies, meeting standardized quality and safety requirements, and accelerating the scaling of AM solutions. As a result, Siemens brings additive manufacturing offerings from additional partners in the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace. LEAM Technologies is opening up completely new possibilities in additive manufacturing LEAM Technologies is revolutionizing large format additive manufacturing (LFAM) with light-based welding technology. In collaboration with CEAD, an expert in LFAM and a long-standing partner of Siemens, LEAM Technologies is opening up completely new possibilities in additive manufacturing. By using light to heat the material, LEAM enables extreme mechanical strength, even in difficult-to-print materials. Temperature monitoring system This is of particular interest for applications in industries such as aerospace, defense, and energy. A temperature monitoring system from LEAM enables real-time temperature control during the additive manufacturing process. The edge-based solution, which is now available on the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace, continuously checks and regulates the temperature at every position of the component to improve the quality of the printed parts. With LEAM, manufacturers can make their production processes more efficient, improve product quality, and reduce reject rates at the same time. Autonomous mobile robotic solution Its GEMINI machine for XXL hybrid additive manufacturing will also be on display at the booth VLM Robotics, builder of XXL manufacturing machines, offers innovative and turnkey solutions for the railway, shipbuilding, aerospace, and energy industries. At Formnext, VLM Robotics will debut its new model CALYPSO, a fully automated autonomous mobile robotic solution based on Sinumerik One, Sinumerik CNC Robotics, and Simove for the first time, in addition to its well-known CNC robotic machines.  Its GEMINI machine for XXL hybrid additive manufacturing will also be on display at the booth. VLM Robotics hybrid robotic solutions can perform printing (Directed Energy Deposition, Cold Spray), welding, control and milling tasks. VLM Robotics’ range of CNC robotic machines can be seamlessly integrated into the production environment, enabling agile repair and production work on large components. Enabling seamless integration Digital threads play a vital role in this, as they are end-to-end digital twins of all data and information across the entire lifecycle of a product, machine, and process, enabling seamless integration and transparency from development to disposal. The complexity of controlling a highly scalable multi-technology robotic machine while meeting high precision and quality requirements requires a high level of industry, automation, and digitalization expertise. VLM Robotics is now represented on the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace, where it offers customized digital solutions that enable the seamless integration and tracking of all relevant data and information throughout the entire production lifecycle. Sustainable value chain Additive manufacturing is also an important enabler of the circular economy Additive manufacturing is also an important enabler of the circular economy. Designing products so that they can be reused, recycled, or safely returned to the environment at the end of their lifecycle promotes a sustainable value chain, reduces waste, and conserves resources.  Product design plays a vital role in this since 80 percent of the environmental impact is determined in the design phase. Siemens relies on industrial AI and the industrial metaverse to generate optimized designs and enable automated, intelligent workflows. Thanks to Siemens solutions, Toolcraft, for instance, can improve the design and engineering process for components by 30 percent for new designs and 85 percent for design modifications. Enabling sustainable production Haddy is revolutionizing furniture manufacturing with advanced 3D printing and robotics, producing high-quality, sustainable products at a low cost and on a commercial scale. Haddy is building a global network of local microfactories equipped with hybrid Flexbot systems from CEAD and recycling units that shorten the supply chain and help the environment by reducing waste. Committed to environmental responsibility, Haddy uses only renewable, recyclable materials By collecting detailed data during the manufacturing process, the company is able to continuously optimize its robots for greater speed, accuracy, and efficiency. Committed to environmental responsibility, Haddy uses only renewable, recyclable materials. It also introduces a truly circular system for its products through Haddy Inside RFID chips and a scalable cloud API solution, allowing for responsible material tracing and recycling, enabling sustainable production and significantly reducing its environmental footprint. Industrialized additive manufacturing With Stratasys as a further partner, the AM I Navigator is entering the next round. Since the launch of the initiative in November 2023, the framework has been continuously refined and updated with concrete application examples. With its framework, the AM I Navigator provides a structured approach to defining the current status and the steps toward the target state of industrialized additive manufacturing. It builds on established frameworks for digital manufacturing, such as the Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI), which helps companies to assess their current level of digitalization and readiness for Industry 4.0 and to develop strategies for the modernization of their production processes.

Axpo is renewing and modernizing the facilities of the supra-regional distribution grid at the Wildegg-Brugg power plant in Villnachern. As part of this, Axpo is replacing the existing switchgear due to its age. Construction work will start in spring 2025, and Axpo will further strengthen the security of supply in the region with this modernization.  Supra-regional distribution grid The existing switchgear, which is housed in the Willdegg-Brugg power plant (KWWB), has reached the end of its technical life. Axpo is also increasing the voltage of its supra-regional distribution grid from 50 to 110 kilovolts (kV). For these reasons, the 50 kV air-insulated indoor switchgear will be replaced by a modern and compact 110 kV switchgear. The switchgear will be used to connect and disconnect the connected lines (Umiken, Wildegg and Lupfig) of the supra-regional distribution grid and the KWWB. For operational and technical reasons, the new switchgear will be housed in a new building next to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) in Villnachern in the zone for public buildings. The substation will be built on land owned by the municipality of Villnachern, for which the municipality has granted Axpo a building lease. Optimizing visual integration The Swiss Federal Inspectorate for Heavy Current Installations (ESTI) approved the construction in August 2024 The Swiss Federal Inspectorate for Heavy Current Installations (ESTI) approved the construction in August 2024. Due to conditions relating to vegetation and soil moisture, it is not possible to start construction in autumn/winter. Construction work is therefore scheduled to begin in spring 2025. The new substation is scheduled to be commissioned in 2026.  The building was designed in consultation with the municipality of Villnachern and Pro Natura in order to optimize its visual integration into the landscape. It will consist largely of wooden elements. The site will also be enhanced with ecological infrastructure. Once built, the facility will not generate any additional emissions such as noise or traffic. It will be operated and monitored remotely. Increasing transmission capacity Axpo is gradually increasing the operating voltage of its supra-regional distribution grid from 50 to 110 kV in order to adapt it to future requirements. The voltage conversion will increase the transmission capacity of the grid and reduce grid losses by 75 per cent. The operating voltage of the grid in the Unteres Aaretal/Brugg region is also being converted. An important part of this is the renewal of the Villnachern substation.

Siemens has developed a digital twin especially for large event spaces. The technology makes it possible to realistically reproduce and simulate very precisely a building’s acoustics and structure. The Sound of Science application will be used for the first time in the Großes Festspielhaus – the Large Festival Hall – at the Salzburg Festival. Sound of Science application Orchestral formations on the stage can also be tested and arranged in advance Sound of Science will enable event organizers to virtually explore how acoustics change in different spatial configurations – for example, how adding acoustic panels affects the listening experience – in order to select the optimal acoustic scenario. Orchestral formations on the stage can also be tested and arranged in advance – before a single note is heard in the real world. This approach saves money, resources and time. Siemens to use digital twins “With Sound of Science, we’re designing the future. Digital twins are not only transforming the everyday for many companies, but are also creating new opportunities for the cultural and creative industries,” said Prof. Dr. Stephan Frucht, Artistic Director of the Siemens Arts Program. Dr. Stephan Frucht adds, “In the future, we’ll be able to plan stage productions better and even simulate them acoustically in advance. We’re delighted to have the Salzburg Festival at our side as a long-standing partner, who recognizes the opportunities such innovations offer.” Sound of Science app for select partners Siemens will make the Sound of Science app available to selected partners from the cultural world free of charge as a demonstration application. There are currently no plans to market the application. Its simulation solutions, however, may be purchased. The Salzburg Festival’s Großes Festspielhaus is the first and only large event space to date in which Sound of Science is available. However, Siemens is planning to digitally simulate further spaces – including concert halls in Germany and England. At the Salzburg Festival, audiences will have an opportunity – unique for the time being – to use VR glasses to experience the application at the festival’s opening on July 20. Siemens and the Salzburg Festival “Siemens and the Salzburg Festival share a common passion for excellence and innovation. And we’re delighted to partake in this pioneering technological development and innovation as part of our long-standing close and trust-based partnership,” said Dr. Kristina Hammer, President of the Salzburg Festival. Dr. Kristina Hammer adds, “We’re excited to see what diverse applications will stem from Sound of Science in the future.” Siemens Simcenter’s simulation solutions The technologies used are part of the simulation solutions from Siemens Simcenter The technologies used are part of the simulation solutions from Siemens Simcenter, which has been part of the company’s core business for over 15 years. The technology is mostly used in industry – for example, for the acoustic optimization of vehicle interiors or for protection against street noise. For Sound of Science, Simcenter uses a combination of impulse response measurements and ray tracing for the 3D modeling of each event space. These methods can measure the echo and reverberation of a sound and simulate how sound waves propagate in a room. Depending on the material, reflections of sound waves behave differently. Those that bounce off a concrete wall react differently from those that hit a carpet or reach the ear directly. As a result, the simulation can reproduce the individual sound signature of each event space – in other words, its acoustic DNA. Siemens Festival Nights Siemens has been working closely with the Salzburg Festival for around 30 years. Since 1999, the company has also been the festival’s main sponsor. Since 2002, the Siemens Festival Nights have been held on Kapitelplatz square during the Salzburg Festival. Since its beginning, this open-air event has provided more than one million visitors with the opportunity to experience previous and current festival productions on an LED screen free of charge. In addition, some of the Salzburg Festival’s venues are equipped with Siemens technology from the areas of building automation, security and acoustics.

RO Capital Partners (“ROCP”), the RO Group’s venture capital arm, announces that its portfolio company, measurable.energy, has installed its smart power sockets in the office of PKF Francis Clark in Bristol. PKF Francis Clark is an award-winning firm of chartered accountants and business advisers. measurable.energy is a UK tech company that designs and manufactures smart, machine-learning-enabled power sockets that will reduce the energy costs of PKF Francis Clark’s Bristol office by more than 20%. PKF Francis Clark is located at 90 Victoria Street in that city, an office building comprising 24,377 sq. ft. of high-quality office accommodation across four storeys. Small Power energy use Up to 40% of total electricity usage in most commercial office buildings can be attributed to this type measurable.energy’s solution eliminates ‘Small Power’ waste, which is energy not required by devices that are plugged in or directly wired; such as printers, AV equipment, chilled and hot water taps, monitors, and heaters, and which are often left fully on or in standby mode overnight. Up to 40% of total electricity usage in most commercial office buildings can be attributed to this type of ‘Small Power’ energy use. Edward Rowlandson, Group Managing Director, the RO, said: "We are very pleased to have installed measurable.energy’s technology in our flagship Bristol property for a key tenant, PKF Francis Clark. We acquired 90 Victoria Street in Bristol in April 2023, and ROCP’s investment into Reading-based measurable.energy was also made early in 2023." PKF Francis Clark’s values Rowlandson added: “That investment was driven by the need to reduce energy, and we are delighted that PKF Francis Clark’s values align with our own, and that of measurable.energy. We look forward to seeing their simple solution for office occupiers who are under pressure to take action, cut energy costs, and reduce emissions installed in more properties around the country, as the business looks to scale.” CEO and Co-Founder of measurable.energy, Dan Williams said: “My electricity-saving message to companies is to not be fooled by the small size of certain devices. A very high percentage of an office occupier’s electricity bill hides in the shadows, among small gadgets and forgotten chargers." Power usage patterns Williams added:"This silent power drain adds up faster than tenants think, and without ever realizing it. Powered by machine learning, our plug sockets will automatically identify and eliminate ‘Small Power’ waste for PKF Francis Clark, turning every appliance in their Bristol office into a cost-saving superhero.” Jim Solomon, Regional Facilities Manager at PKF Francis Clark concluded: “Since deploying measurable. energy's AI-powered sockets, we have not only reduced our office's energy consumption of the devices using the sockets by 38%, but have also gained invaluable insights into our power usage patterns. This technology has been instrumental in our efforts to operate more sustainably and efficiently.”

Fluence Energy, Inc., a global provider of energy storage products, services, and optimization software for renewables and storage, announces that the company has been selected by Origin Energy Limited (Origin) to deliver a 300 MW / 650 MWh battery at the Mortlake Power Station in southwest Victoria. The project will use Fluence’s Gridstack™ energy storage product with a 15-year service agreement contributing to Origin’s strategy to accelerate renewable energy and energy storage in its portfolio. The system will also utilize Fluence’s AI-powered asset performance management (APM) software, Nispera™, to optimize the battery’s operational performance. Energy storage projects The system will capture excess power during periods of high renewable generation  “We are honored to be selected by Origin to deliver this grid-forming battery-based energy storage system and deploy our ecosystem of solutions,” said Fluence President and Chief Executive Officer, Julian Nebreda. Julian Nebreda adds, “Australia is an important market for Fluence. Our local team is now delivering over 1 GW energy storage projects within Australia to enhance grid stability and enable the country’s clean energy transition.” Energy storage system to be commissioned in late 2026 The site preparation and civil works of the Mortlake Battery are expected to commence following a period of detailed design and procurement activity. The energy storage system is anticipated to be commissioned in late 2026. Located in Victoria’s South West Renewable Energy Zone, this energy storage system will provide system strength to the grid. The system will capture excess power during periods of high renewable generation and discharge to meet peak demand.

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a provider of 3D LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) security solutions, was chosen by Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to analyze footfall to support the passenger journey with the ultimate goal of enhancing operational efficiencies. Quanergy’s technology is delivering accurate data-driven insights for YVR’s Domestic Check-in and Security Screening facilities.  Real-time insights “Through the implementation of Quanergy’s solutions, we have harnessed the power of real-time insights, gaining a deep understanding of passenger volumes and the associated wait times at different stages of their journey through the terminal,” said Jason Williams, Manager of Innovation & Technology Group, YVR. He adds, “With this high-precision data at our disposal, we can trigger real-time alerts whenever we approach or exceed predefined thresholds. This invaluable capability enables us to collaborate seamlessly with our stakeholders, ensuring that our travelers experience a smooth and stress-free journey through our airport.” Q-Track YVR currently uses insights to meet several operational and business imperatives, such as reducing check-in time With Quanergy’s 3D LiDAR sensor and advanced perception software solution, Q-Track, YVR can accurately identify, classify, and track people/objects for enhanced operational insights. YVR currently uses these insights to meet several operational and business imperatives, such as reducing check-in time and time spent passing through security, which ultimately sees an increase in customer happiness. streamline operations “We are pleased to have collaborated closely with the YVR team, resolving a multifaceted challenge encountered by many passenger terminals today,” said Adam Andres, Vice President of Global Sales at Quanergy. He adds, “The forward-thinking of the YVR Innovation and Technology Group, in embracing Quanergy’s field-tested and fully scalable Q-Track solution, led to the achievement of our project objectives. We take pride in our contribution, providing real-time actionable intelligence to enhance security, streamline operations, and elevate the overall passenger experience.”

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it has delivered the first unit of an air-surveillance radar system to the Philippine Air Force last month. The system, which was designed, manufactured and tested in Japan, was ordered by the Department of National Defense of the Republic of the Philippines in August 2020. first unit of air-surveillance radar system delivered Mitsubishi Electric continues to work on the remaining units for future delivery This is the first time a Japanese company has transferred finished defense equipment to a foreign government since the Japanese government established the Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology in April 2014. Mitsubishi Electric continues to work on the remaining units for future delivery. Mitsubishi Electric contributes to Japan’s security In accordance with the government’s aforementioned Three Principles, Mitsubishi Electric is contributing to Japan’s security by working to strengthen deterrence through cooperation with the Japanese government, in order to meet needs for joint development, equipment transfer and participation in supply chains involving various governments and companies in other countries.

Mota-Engil, a multi-national with activities focused on the construction and management of infrastructures, responsible for the construction of the Canoas wastewater lifting station, selected WEG as the provider of a large package of electrical solutions for an important initiative to decontaminate the waters of the Bogotá River, in Colombia. Sustainable development When the project is completed, the pumping station will receive the wastewater from approximately 70% of the city, corresponding to the Fucha, Tintal, and Tunjuelo river basins, and the wastewater from the Municipality of Soacha, to be later pumped to the future Canoas Wastewater Treatment Plant, which will be one of the largest in Latin America. This great milestone will make it possible to return quality water to the Bogotá River and guarantee the sustainable development of the country. Safe distribution of energy Seventeen medium voltage switchgears were also supplied in addition to low voltage load centers One of the great challenges of this project is to guarantee the safe distribution of energy to the electrical systems and motors. For this, WEG has supplied a complete 115 kV substation that includes two 30 MVA/115/13.2 kV transformers, adding more efficiency and reliability to the plant. 17 medium voltage switchgears were also supplied in addition to low voltage load centers. For this project, WEG will also be supplying six three-phase induction motors and six medium voltage variable frequency drives. Each 4,300 kW motor, vertically mounted, will be coupled to its respective pump and will be responsible for pumping 6.4 cubic meters of wastewater per second to 51.6 meters height from the well, one of the most critical processes in the plant. Improvement of the quality of life This demonstrates the company's ability to develop integrated solutions that meet the most diverse applications. With participation in other important projects in the water and wastewater segment, in various processes such as potable water treatment plants, wastewater treatment, and distribution systems, WEG reinforces its experience in this segment by being selected for this important project, thus contributing to the improvement of the quality of life of the population and the environment.