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Gruber Logistics has trialled a hydrogen fuel-cell truck in cargo operations at Milan Malpensa Airport’s Cargo City. The test is linked to the European ZEFES heavy-duty transport project and to hydrogen initiatives being developed at the airport.
Consorzio Autoservizi Lombardi, formed by AIR Pullman and STAV, has launched a €113.84 million tender for 201 battery-electric buses in Northern Italy. The procurement could expand electric bus fleets across several vehicle classes and configurations.
Italian university students developed the Competr electric outboard motor following their results in the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge. The development highlights student-led work on electric marine propulsion.
Arcese and Cartiere del Garda have added five Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 trucks to an electric fleet running between Riva del Garda and Arco in northern Italy. Together with one eActros 600 already in service, the trucks are said to fully replace diesel vehicles on this 24/7 operation.
Scania has agreed to supply Core 800 battery packs to Prinoth for two fully electric snow groomers. The deal extends an existing collaboration into a long-term partnership.
Scania said it completed its first Megawatt Charging System session in Italy with a 40 R electric truck. The session highlights charging infrastructure on the Brenner corridor and the potential for faster long-distance electric truck charging.
IVECO has introduced its eFLEXY Line and eFLEXY City electric minibuses with a 110 kWh battery, a range of more than 300 km and 150 kW DC charging. The launch adds a new electric minibus option, though the source does not provide production or delivery details.