Electrical Industry News for March 2025

Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Mennekes are partnering to simplify and improve power distribution planning for eMobility charging infrastructure. As part of this collaboration, Mennekes is the first partner to join the Simaris software ecosystem, giving electrical planners access to Mennekes’ industrial eMobility portfolio. Steps promoting electromobility Simaris planning tools help electrical planners dimension the electrical power distribution The Simaris planning tools help electr...

Recently, the “Lishui Hydro-photovoltaic hydrogen production Biomass Near Zero Carbon Energy Pilot Project " was officially put into operation, which is the first rural hydrogen energy ecological project in China. NR has provided PCS-9150 PRO distributed control system (DCS) for this project, which can carry out the integrated and coordinated control of polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolytic hydrogen production, solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and methanation device, realizing the e...

GlobalLogic Inc., a pioneer in digital product engineering, announces that the post-acquisition integration of Meelogic Consulting GmbH is complete. GlobalLogic will launch the combined organization’s service offerings through the introduction of the GlobalLogic website for Germany. As the newest addition to the GlobalLogic portfolio, now known as GlobalLogic Germany GmbH, the group primarily focuses on automotive, healthcare and medical technology serving customers in Germany and g...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group Company, announced that it earned the Outstanding Supplier of the Year 2022 award in the category of Software Engineering Services by Continental Automotive. The achievement is a testament to GlobalLogic’s capability in the automotive industry, and reflects the strong partnership that these organizations have built over the years. Continuing strong collaboration Continental Automotive, a German multinational automotive parts manufacturing company, deve...

Aflac Life Insurance Japan Ltd. (Aflac), Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi), and GlobalLogic Japan, Ltd. (GlobalLogic) announced a full-scale collaboration to establish a Cancer Ecosystem (Workplace Cancer Ecosystem) to provide comprehensive support for employees and their families facing societal challenges related to cancer. The three companies have been working together since December 2022 on a project run by Hitachi as a preliminary study. Responding to Aflac's concept of ‘Workplace Cancer Ecosy...

Method, the strategic design arm of GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group company, announces the appointment of Timothy Morey as the new Global Head for the business. With Timothy’s vast experience, Method is poised to further build on over 20 years as a design leader through evolving their offerings, and expanding their geographical footprint.  Organizations across industries continue to invest in creating digital products, platforms, and experiences to better engage their customers, cr...

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company and a pioneer in Digital Engineering, announces that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Sidero Ltd., Ireland-based engineering services and cloud-native software development company with deep technology specialization in the Communications vertical.  This strategic acquisition aims to bolster GlobalLogic's capabilities in the dynamic Communications technology sector, and expands its European presence in Ireland. Deep engineering port...

As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, so does the need for efficient and sustainable charging solutions. Home solar EV charging is an innovative and eco-friendly option that allows EV owners to harness the power of the sun to charge their vehicles. This article explores the benefits and working principles of home solar EV charging. Charging electric vehicles Harnessing Solar Energy: Home solar EV charging utilizes solar panels installed on residential rooftops or other suit...

The United Kingdom is rapidly transitioning towards sustainable energy solutions to combat climate change and reduce carbon emissions. As part of this green revolution, the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) and solar energy is gaining significant momentum. By harnessing the power of the sun, EV owners in the UK can charge their vehicles with clean, renewable energy. This article explores the benefits, challenges, and future prospects of charging EVs with solar energy, highlighting the UK&...

Electric vehicle (EV) adoption rates have been increasing worldwide, driven by the need to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Here is a general overview of some countries with notable EV adoption rates at that time: Norway: Norway has been a pioneer in EV adoption. In 2020, nearly 54% of new car sales were electric, making it the highest EV adoption rate in the world. The country provides strong incentives for EV ownership, such as tax exemptions, toll-free roads, and free park...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming an increasingly popular choice for environmentally conscious consumers in the United Kingdom. In addition to their positive impact on the environment, there are also financial incentives available that make buying an EV a smart choice for their wallet. In this article, users will explore the financial incentives for buying an EV in the UK. Government Grants - The UK government offers grants for electric vehicles that can help reduce the upfront cost of purch...

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more mainstream, so does the need for convenient and efficient charging options. While public charging stations are becoming more widespread, many EV owners are finding that home charging is the most practical and cost-effective option. There are a few reasons why home charging is becoming more popular among EV owners. First, it allows for convenient and flexible charging. EV owners can simply plug in their car when they get home and have it ready to go in the...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as more people embrace the idea of sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation. One of the biggest concerns for EV owners, however, is what happens when their vehicle runs out of power. In this blog, Electric Miles will explore what happens when an EV runs out of power and what can be done to prevent it from happening. First and foremost, it’s important to understand that EVs operate differently from traditional gas-pow...

Electric vehicle (EV) charging is expected to have a significant positive impact on the future in several ways. In this blog post, Electric Miles will explore some of the ways in which EV charging can benefit the environment, the economy, and society. Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions One of the primary benefits of EV charging is its potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. EVs produce zero emissions while driving, which can help to reduce air pollution and mitigate the effects of climate...

Arun Anand, the Founder of Electric Miles, was quite excited and humbled to be in India for a few days on an official trip joining the Deputy Mayor of London for a Trade Mission to the fastest-growing economy in the world and his place of birth. He met some amazing fastest-growing companies like HCLTech, Wipro, Tata, Elxsi, Sopra, and Steria for example who have developed leading-edge technology and have also committed 66% of their profit to philanthropy, which is so amazing to hear. Electric M...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as more people seek out eco-friendly alternatives to traditional fuel-powered vehicles. At the heart of an EV is its battery, which powers the electric motor and propels the vehicle forward. In this blog post, Electric Miles will explore how electric vehicle battery technology works and offer some insights into the different types of batteries used in EVs. Battery Basics The batteries used in electric vehicles are rechargeable lithium-...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity as an eco-friendlier alternative to traditional fuel-powered vehicles. However, there are concerns about the safety of EVs, particularly in terms of their batteries and charging systems. In this blog post, Electric Miles will explore the question of whether EVs are safer than fuel-powered vehicles and offer some insights into the latest research. Battery Safety The risk of battery fires in EVs is lower than the risk of gasoline fires in fuel-powe...

Beginning in January, the Urban Future Lab at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, in partnership with Greentown Labs, will provide a soft landing pad in the U.S. for the third cohort of Innovate UK’s Global Incubator Program: Clean Growth edition, which is designed to cultivate and support the launch of innovative climatetech companies with a strong potential to scale internationally to new markets. The program annually provides eight U.K.-based businesses with the opportunity to explor...

Luminus Devices announces the launch and immediate availability of a new high efficacy family of 7070 mid-power LEDs designed for high-performance and long-term reliability. These new MP-7070 LEDs are available in both a 12V (MP-7070-4600 series) and 36V (MP 7070-T200 series) and are made with sulfur-resistance coating technology for long lumen maintenance in outdoor and industrial environments. While nominal drive conditions operate the device around 8W, customers can use these products in a r...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group Company and Digital Engineering pioneer, announces plans to open new engineering centers across Spain. The announcement was made by Nitesh Banga, President and CEO of GlobalLogic, during a meeting with the Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. GlobalLogic specializes in digital engineering: combining experience design, complex software engineering, and data engineering to address its clients’ needs for transformative services. Digital engineering...

On December 26, 2022, the first PCS-8353 arc less fast DC circuit breaker independently developed by NR was successfully put into operation on Zhengzhou Metro Line 3. The DC circuit breaker is based on the design concept of fast breaking without arc. Compared with the air DC circuit breaker, the fault breaking time is shortened from tens of milliseconds to less than 2 milliseconds, and the number of near end-fault current breaking is increased to more than 200. After breaking, the equipment doe...

On December 20, 2022, the No. 9 unit of Baihetan Hydropower Station of Three Gorges Corporation successfully passed the 72 hour test run and was officially put into commercial operation. So far, 16 units of Baihetan Hydropower Station have been put into operation for power generation, marking the full completion of this super project located on the Jinsha River. Safe and efficient energy system Baihetan Hydropower Station has 16 hydraulic turbine generator units with the largest unit capacity...

Luminus and Current Chemicals, a division of Current, announced that the two parties have signed a KSF phosphor licensing agreement enabling worldwide use of TriGain® PFS (commonly known as KSF) phosphor in Luminus LED products. The agreement provides Luminus with a substantial advantage over competitors who use KSF from other suppliers, as TriGain® PFS provides best in class efficacy, lumen maintenance, moisture resistance, and stability over temperature and current. Luminus and Curre...

Luminus Devices has expanded its human-centric lighting portfolio with the introduction of the Salud COBs. These recently released COBs have high R9 values, high melanopic/photopic ratios and 90 CRI minimum in warm CCTs that enable users to meet WELL Building requirements. In addition, these LEDs possess exceptionally long color stability, excellent optical emission uniformity, as well as color over angle consistency and superior thermal conductivity for uniform heat spreading. Salud™ CO...

On November 29, 2022, WAPP (West Africa Power Pool) Project, Senegal Matam Station ± 30MVar SVC, was successfully put into operation. This project is a turnkey project of EPC general contracting under the responsibility of NR. It is also the first SVC system of the Senegal power grid. As the EPC contractor of the station, NR includes all design, procurement, civil engineering, installation and commissioning of the SVC system. NR provides a complete set of substation equipment including t...

As energy costs continue to climb, everyone is keeping a close eye on their smart meters. People across the UK are tightening their belts for a tough winter – and bracing for household bills of up to £4,000, when the government’s energy price freeze evaporates in April 2023.  During a cost-of-living crisis, it’s natural to focus on immediate expenses and short-term savings. The bigger picture often becomes blurred, with global challenges like CO2 emissions and clima...

The back-to-back converter station project in Van, Türkiye was put into operation 28 days after its trial operation. This project is the first DC transmission project in Türkiye, and its successful completion will significantly enhance the structure and security of Türkiye's domestic power grid. Türkiye's Back-to-Back Converter Station DC transmission makes new contributions to China's DC transmission technology and equipment going global The back-to-back converter statio...

GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group company and digital engineering major, has announced the opening of two new engineering and sales centers in Mexico. The centers will be located at Guadalajara and Mexico City. The expansion will help GlobalLogic meet the robust demand for digital solutions, as companies across industries and around the globe continue to transform their products and digital experiences to better engage their customers, access new revenue streams, and make their offerings more s...

The Fujian-Guangdong Interconnection Back to Back DC Transmission Project was formally completed and put into operation. NR has provided complete core equipment such as converter valve and valve cooling system, measuring system and stability control for the project. The Fujian Guangdong Project is a major project of State Grid Corporation of China and China Southern Power Grid Corporation to ensure the safe and reliable supply of electricity and help achieve the goal of carbon peaking and carbo...

On August 15, 2022, the energy storage system of Zhejiang Xiaoshan Power Plant was successfully connected to the grid. This project is the first generation side energy storage project in Zhejiang Province. For the first time in China, a large-scale electrochemical energy storage power station was built independently and coordinated by the existing site of decommissioned generator sets. Energy storage system of Zhejiang Xiaoshan Power Plant The successful operation of the project will greatly...