The first production batch of five-minute charge sample cells, which is targeted at showcasing the technology to potential EV and industry partners has been unveiled. The first-generation battery was used to demonstrate the full charge of a two-wheeled EV in just 5 minutes for the first time and can offer ultra-fast charging to a number of other industries, such as commercial drones and consumer electronics.

A collaboration between Vattenfall and Preem is set to create fossil-free hydrogen for biofuel production is entering the next phase, with a study to examine opportunities for building a large-scale production facility at the refinery in Lysekil, Sweden.

The Co-operative Bank has announced it has renewed its partnership with The Hive, a support programme for the UK’s co-operatives.

In its first year the Cadent Foundation has granted £4.8m to charitable organisations. Funded by gas network Cadent, the Cadent Foundation has awarded 100 new grants to charities and organisations working across the North West, West Midlands, East of England and North London.