AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHydrogen Push: Fraunhofer ISE says its photovoltaic water electrolysis system hit a record 31.3% solar-to-hydrogen efficiency outdoors, a step toward cheaper “solar hydrogen modules” as Germany’s RED III implementation ramps up transport hydrogen demand. Rail Deal: Siemens signed an agreement to buy MERMEC’s core rail businesses to expand signalling, diagnostics and asset-intelligence, with closing expected by year-end. Auto Labour Standoff: Volkswagen’s works council and IG Metall drew a hard line against plant closures, even as the group seeks savings amid weak demand and EV transition pressure. Defense Consolidation: Czech firm CSG is reported to be seeking a stake in KNDS, as shareholders weigh a possible listing and potential German state involvement. Public Health Clash: WHO warns nicotine pouches are “engineered for addiction” and urges tighter controls as sales surge. Materials & Food: Traceless opened Hamburg industrial production for home-compostable natural polymer granulates, while Dawn Meats expanded in Germany via its acquisition of Alexander Eyckeler.
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