Fabian Kapp

A future-proof portfolio is a fantastic output of foresight. I think that medium-sized companies should also ask themselves this question every year: What will our innovation and product portfolio look like in 2030? Thanks for the inspiring case study Stefan Mostert & Hendrik Freund

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📯 New CSRD regulations: We are on track! The Uhlmann Group developed an initiative involving all Group companies to comprehensively address regulatory requirements. As the only company within the Uhlmann Group that is required to report due to our size, we benefit considerably from the Group's work in the field of sustainability.   The presentation by Carolyn Leung at the Packaging Machinery Conference shows impressively that we are well prepared for the extended reporting obligations of the CSRD. https://lnkd.in/eWxCgGmN But what does more transparency and accountability mean?   💡At Uhlmann Pac-Systeme it means:   Sustainability report: We have been publishing a comprehensive sustainability report since 2020, long before the reporting obligation.   🥇 EcoVadis Gold Ranking: We have achieved the EcoVadis Gold Ranking twice in a row. This award reflects our continuous development in our sustainability activities.   🍀 CDP emissions: We meticulously track our emissions and have now achieved the second-best level with a B scoring.   📃 SBTi membership: Our membership of the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) underlines our commitment to science-based climate targets and the continuous improvement of our environmental performance.   What is more, our machines are becoming increasingly sustainable. They can process sustainable materials while digitalization contributes to the circular economy.   #Sustainability #CSRD #UhlmannPackSysteme #UhlmannGroup #Responsibility #Transparency #Future #ESG   https://lnkd.in/enHT7wGP

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Highly recommended: The manufacturing industry is undoubtedly under pressure from an inevitable process of change. One of the most important aspects of successfully meeting this challenge, particularly for heavy industry, is the use of hydrogen and securing its supply chains. If you are around, don’t miss this confrence.

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The debate surrounding hydrogen and e-fuels as alternatives to battery-electric vehicles is becoming increasingly contentious within the European automotive industry. Often presented as crucial solutions to achieve carbon neutrality, hydrogen and e-fuels are, in reality, closer to a mirage—a “Fata Morgana” that, despite its appeal, fails to hold up under scrutiny for widespread, practical use in passenger vehicles. While these technologies have potential in specific sectors like heavy-duty transport and certain industrial applications, their current efficiency, infrastructure, and cost limitations make them ill-suited for mass adoption in the automotive sector. In contrast, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) have advanced considerably in recent years, offering Europe an opportunity to take the lead in a market increasingly dominated by Chinese manufacturers. China’s automotive industry has, for years, been strategically positioning itself in the electric vehicle sector, and the results are now becoming evident on a global scale. By leveraging extensive supply chains, aggressive pricing strategies, and significant advancements in battery technology, China has become a formidable competitor, not just in producing vehicles but also in driving innovation forward at an impressive pace. Europe, and particularly Germany, has long been recognized for its engineering prowess. German and European engineers have, over decades, set benchmarks in quality, innovation, and performance. This legacy of excellence could be harnessed to dominate the electric vehicle sector, provided they are given the support and freedom to innovate without being constrained by overly cautious political and industrial policies. Unfortunately, the influence of political agendas and industrial inertia—most notably in Germany and France—has diluted this potential, steering resources towards maintaining legacy technologies instead of embracing the future. If Europe is to compete with the relentless pace of Chinese advancements in battery technology and electric mobility, the time has come to commit fully to BEVs. This “all-in” approach requires mobilizing the full extent of European engineering and industrial capability, free from the constraints of legacy interests. With the right support, Europe could reclaim its standing as a global leader in automotive innovation, driving forward an industry that is not only sustainable but also competitive on the world stage.

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IKEM – Institut für Klimaschutz, Energie und Mobilität has just published a nice study on legal implications and complex, evolving regulations around #green #methanol production, in German language though. https://lnkd.in/eHA2-Xzv Key points: 🚢 Regulations mainly derive from European directives and are changing. 🚢 CO2 used for methanol must come from one of five sources: industrial processes, air (DAC), RFNBOs, geological sources, or bioenergy (BECCU). 🚢 CO2 price must be paid unless the CO2 is intended for geological storage. 🚢 Rising CO2 certificate prices could make green fuel production increasingly expensive. 🚢 Exception: CO2 from bioenergy is exempt from emissions trading if the biomass meets sustainability criteria. This complexity and the potential for rising costs highlight the challenges in making green methanol a viable alternative in #shipping. Simon Bergulf Matthías Ólafsson Johannes Lauterbach Benedikt Ackerschott

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Listen into the latest MEW podcast, which provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities within the energy sector. The discussions around the future of mobility and the role of small and medium-sized enterprises in this dynamic landscape are particularly relevant. Therefore, an exciting Announcement:  In September, we will participate in a significant exchange alongside our COO Harald Wentsch, our Director GTM & Product Management Monica Hildinger, and the Unabhängiger Tanklagerverband e.V. (UTV). This is an excellent opportunity to talk about current terminal challenges, operational efficiency, and the journey toward autonomous terminals.    We invite you to listen to the podcast and look forward to the upcoming discussions! #Implico #UTV #EnergyTransition #Mobility #TerminalManagement #Podcast #Innovation #MEW

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“As a young, innovative company, APK relies on efficient management processes and corresponding certifications. This is the only way it can grow sustainably and contribute to the circular economy for plastics,” explains Roy Gleisberg, Head of IMS, APK AG. Successful audits and certifications are also an important basis for decision-making for potential investors in the M&A process, which APK AG carries out in parallel to the self-administration procedure.   TÜV Rheinland Group has certified APK according to ISO 50001 energy management systems and then in 2023 according to ISO 14001 environmental management systems and ISO 9001 quality management systems. ISO 9001 certification was successfully completed at both business locations – Merseburg and Frankfurt am Main.   Another milestone is in the works: Roy Gleisberg and his team are working intensively on solid ESG reporting. “APK already has many positive elements in the areas of environmental, social and governance. The complete collection and structuring of this data is in full swing,” says Gleisberg.   #certification #IMS #ESG #plastics #sustainability #innovation 🚀

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“𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗵𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲!” 🚀 says our CEO Nils Aldag in his latest energate interview. The shift from visionary announcements to concrete investments is noticeable and we are proud to be part of this development. Our current electrolysis projects – such as the supply of a 100 MW pressurized alkaline electrolyzer to RWE – shows that the demand for sustainable solutions is growing and that the industry is on a realistic and stable growth path. ⚡💧 For long-term success, it is now crucial that the regulatory framework is consistently implemented. Measures such as RED III or the Refuel EU Aviation Regulation are important drivers for the increasing demand for green hydrogen, but they also need to be quickly transposed into national law. This is the only way to create the necessary planning certainty to trigger further investment and accelerate market growth. 🤝 As an innovation leader, we rely on advanced technologies such as our SOEC electrolyzers. At 10 MW, we currently offer the most powerful standardized SOEC module, which is particularly suitable for large-scale applications in the triple-digit megawatt range. With this technology, we can achieve the lowest cost of hydrogen production and drive the industrialization and deployment of green hydrogen. Check out more product details on our website! #HydrogenIsTheAnswer https://lnkd.in/eb_4JAxm

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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆: 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲’𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆   In this commentary, Uwe Lauber, CEO of MAN Energy Solutions and member of the Germany’s National Hydrogen Council, argues for a strategic EU industrial policy to accelerate the #hydrogeneconomy. The necessity of hydrogen, alongside renewable energy, to achieve decarbonization across various industries is strongly emphasized.    With a focus on the importance of domestic hydrogen production and the challenges posed by global market regulations, Dr. Lauber calls for EU-wide incentives and regulatory frameworks to protect European industry from competitive disadvantages.  “The ramp-up of a hydrogen economy offers Europe the opportunity to become a pioneer in a technology of the future,” according to Dr. Lauber.    Discover how Europe can lead in this future technology and what steps are needed to secure its position: https://lnkd.in/eyCTg5ju

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𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘅® 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗭𝘄𝗼 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗞𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗿𝗻𝘀𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗵 The HZwo association deals with the topics of fuel cells and green hydrogen and gives the actors involved early access to future sales markets and thus a technological advantage. The potential workshop “Efficient H2 value creation for manufacturing companies” recently took place at the Kocherwerk in Ernsbach. #coax® is set up for the future and is positioning itself accordingly in the hydrogen sector. “We see the enormous potential in H2, but there are also some hurdles to overcome, which is why the exchange within the association is so valuable,” says Heinz Hirschlein, product manager at müller coax, who took part in the association meeting. müller coax is already in use in some hydrogen applications: ➡  Test stands ➡  #Electrolysis ➡ Hydrogen refueling ➡ #Fuel cells ➡ #Gas turbines Our valves are convincing in H2 because they are ✅ small and compact ✅ can be flowed through on both sides ✅ pressure relieved ✅ counter-pressure tight Further information can be found on our website: https://shorturl.at/lsMO4 #coax #valves #hydrogen #hydrogenvalves #h2 #hzwo #coaxvalves #highpressurevalves

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📣 The next gamechanger in Germany: After years of reluctance to CCS (carbon capture and storage) / CCU (carbon capture and utilization), the German Federal Cabinet adopted on 29 May 2024 key points of a carbon management strategy and draft bill to amend the Carbon Dioxide Storage Act. As #emissions in certain areas are difficult or otherwise unavoidable, the current obstacles to the use of #CCS / #CCU in Germany will be removed. This applies in particular to processes that can neither be completely avoided nor directly converted to electricity from #renewable energy sources or hydrogen. This is indeed one of the most important strategic development since years in plant engineering and machinery. We keep you posted on the further development!

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H2Global welcomes Germany’s hydrogen import strategy, which emphasizes the key role H2Global plays in helping the country, and the wider world, create thriving clean fuel markets.   As an independent non-profit, we appreciate the German government's recognition of our growing impact and their reaffirmation of the importance of our work following the recent pilot auction results.   The German government highlights H2Global’s crucial role in stimulating supply and demand, underscoring our contribution to the energy transition.   H2Global is deepening its collaboration with more governments globally, including Canada, the Netherlands, and Japan, as we accelerate our mission to create clean hydrogen markets.   #CleanEnergy #cleanHydrogen #EnergyTransition

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Swissmem asked us how industrial companies can succeed when starting out with Artificial Intelligence, and we identified 6 pre-requisites to tackle this topic: 🏭 Define clear business needs – Understand which challenges AI is intended to solve. 🚀 Start with pilot projects – Small, manageable projects to minimize risk. 🎓 Invest in education – build up AI know-how and strengthen internal expertise. 📊 Develop a data strategy – Quality data is the foundation of successful AI. 💡 Promoting a culture of innovation – creating openness to new technologies and ideas in the company. ⚖ Ensuring ethics – Responsible use of AI. Read the article for all the details: https://lnkd.in/eejSpSyG --- Have more questions about it? You can now sign up for our AI Practice Circle with Next Industries on November 5th, and ask us in person! 👉 Sign up: https://lnkd.in/eZ_CuUbM #KI #Manufacturing #Switzerland #ArtificialIntelligence Dorothée Meng Philip Hauri

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https://lnkd.in/ez9CxJGU A nice report about eon on the subject of V2G/H From 2025, the legislation for V2G should also change favorably in Germany, and double taxation should be eliminated. For an energy supplier giant like eon, it will apparently be exciting to play a role there.  Although I think that Vehicle To Home and Vehicle To Building will become much more attractive, with other market participants than e.g. eon, I think it's good that interest has been sparked and that Vehicle 2 Grid may be added. With more and more affordable electric vehicles and a BiDi fleet of several hundred thousand vehicles now in existence, the race for V2G will be won by those who offer interoperable solutions and provide customers with an attractive package.  The proprietary BiDi solutions offered for example by Renault, does not really help to convey security in the market, and the fear of damaging the battery has not yet been completely dispelled. Nevertheless, in recent weeks the energy industry and the automotive industry have reached an agreement on future rules for electric vehicles interacting on the energy grid. V1G and V2G now have a fixed framework. As we have been part of these regulatory activities, we are happy that this milestone is reached. #v2g #v2h #v2g #eon #vattenfall #fortum #enbw #edf #enel #ambibox

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Well worth a read! Scaling the #hydrogen industry and how #electrolysis manufacturers have to react to changing market conditions. #greentech #sustainability #manufacturing

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🔋🌍 Porsche AG's Innovative Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Leipzig Plant Porsche has launched a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at its Leipzig facility, utilizing second-life batteries from Taycan electric sports cars to power the system. This project, developed with the University of Europe for Applied Sciences Zwickau, has a capacity of 5 MW and an energy content of 10 MWh, capable of handling short-term overcapacity up to 20%. Key Highlights: 1. ♻️ Second-Life Battery Usage: 4,400 modules from Porsche Taycan batteries are repurposed, extending their lifecycle in stationary storage by up to 10 years before recycling. 2. ☀️ Solar-Powered System: The BESS is fueled by on-site solar power with a peak capacity of 9.4 MW, contributing to sustainable energy use and reducing peak loads. 3. 🌐 Grid Stability & Efficiency: The system supports peak load management, self-consumption optimization, and grid stabilization, enhancing resource sustainability while boosting business efficiency. This project underscores how second-life batteries can transform energy storage sustainably, optimizing operations and supporting Porsche’s environmental goals. #BatteryStorage #SecondLifeBatteries #Sustainability #PorscheInnovation #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage #GreenTech

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Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is being debated these days in the German parliament. Read here which topics must be considered and why CCS should be thoughtfully applied:

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German speed🚀: The Bundestag is debating the Hydrogen Acceleration Act, which is intended to speed up the approval process for electrolysers, import terminals and transport pipelines, among other things. A great deal would be gained by reducing the authorisation requirements, making the process more robust and allowing early operation. Read what our partner Dr. Michael Schramm had to say about this in the Börsen-Zeitung (translation available). #regulatory #hydrogen #sharpminds

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