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IDC: Semiconductor market declines after three years of growth

Mon, 20th May 2019
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However, it says that semiconductor revenues will recover in 2020 and log a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.0% from 2018-2023.
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NZ joins future of energy with battery facility launch

Thu, 23rd Aug 2018
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The Mercury commissioned Tesla Powerpack battery facility has been launched today as a step in the grid-connected energy storage project.
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How electric trucks and buses could change NZ

Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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New Zealand's shift to electric trucks and buses, led by companies like Waste Management and aided by solutions from ABB, promises a cleaner, greener future.
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Toyota's bus of the future may deliver your pizza

Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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Toyota announces new mobility service alliance and unveils e-Palette concept vehicle at CES. Launch partners include Amazon, Uber and Pizza Hut.
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Electrification is coming for long haul trucks

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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Hyliion has unveiled the 6X4HE System for long-haul trucks, promising up to 30% fuel savings, lower emissions, and better driver experience.
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Volvo's ground-breaking EV strategy embraced by the UN

Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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Volvo recognised by UN for groundbreaking electrification strategy as it becomes LEAD member of Global Compact.
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Ford will deliver on sustainability goals with clean energy and waste reduction

Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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Ford Motor Company Releases 18th Annual Sustainability Report: Detailing environmental progress and future commitments.
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Volvo pledges to do away with all conventional combustion engines by 2019

Thu, 6th Jul 2017
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Volvo announced that every car it launches from 2019 onward will have an electric motor, marking the historic end for internal combustion engines.
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Climate change and sustainability top of the agenda for smart city objectives

Thu, 10th Nov 2016
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​Climate change, resilience and sustainability will make up half of all smart city objectives by 2020, according to the latest research from Gartner.
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Microsoft: Data and data centers to drive fourth industrial revolution

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Microsoft's chief environmental strategist, Rob Bernard, says that the cloud must be built responsibly to power a data-driven world.
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Driving development: Autonomous Uber rides could be coming soon, says Volvo

Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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Uber and Volvo have bold plans to develop autonomous cars for their fleet, in a $411 million joint venture that will use AD and driverless tech.
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IDC forecasts 2016 will be a 'down year' for the semiconductor market

Wed, 11th May 2016
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The worldwide semiconductor market is set to decline for a second consecutive year due to weak demand and oversupply.
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Wellington selects 3 potential bidders for multi-million-dollar rail contract

Mon, 29th Dec 2014
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Greater Wellington Regional Council has for the first time short listed three potential bidders to operate and maintain its rail services for a ter.