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    Scania strengthens its bus range for alternative fuels

    At Busworld in Kortrijk, Belgium, Scania unveils the hybrid Scania Interlink Low Decker and premieres the battery electric Scania Citywide bus.With the addition of hybrid technology, Scania now meets the entire scope of alternatives for suburban and intercity operations. The Scania Interlink Low Decker is presently available for diesel, biodiesel, HVO, CNG/CBG, ethanol and, with the latest addition, hybrid. It complements the Scania Citywide Low Entry Suburban, which is also available for the full range of alternative fuels as well as in a hybrid mode. “The accelerating urban growth in

    Scania will provide clean buses to 20 major cities

    Scania today joins the Global Industry Partnership on Soot-Free Clean Bus Fleets with a commitment to, by 2018, provide modern soot-free buses to 20 major cities in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Australia.“To tackle the challenge of poor air quality and climate change, Scania is proud to offer clean bus solutions operating at lower cost than today’s conventional diesel operations,” says Karin Rådström, Head of Buses and Coaches at Scania. Black carbon is a significant component of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) outdoor air pollution, which has been linked to a series of adverse health

    Scania launches marine engines that comply with new IMO Tier III regulations

    The new Scania marine engine range is based on an exhaust gas aftertreatment system developed in-house, which reduces the emissions of nitrogen oxides. This represents the cutting-edge environmental aspect of Scania’s marine solutions.In anticipation of a wider adoption of the tough new emissions demands for marine engines that were introduced earlier this year by the International Maritime Organisation, Scania already has tried and tested new marine engine solutions that comply with the new limits. Under the IMO Tier III regulations that took effect in January, the limit for nitrogen

    Scania – driving the shift towards sustainable transport

    Scania will host a Sustainable Transport Forum in Paris on August 23, in conjunction with the launch of the new generation Scania. Keynote speakers at the event include the former Secretary-General of the United Nations,Kofi Annan.The Sustainable Transport Forum in Paris underlines Scania's intention of leading the shift towards a sustainable transport system, a prerequisite for fulfilling the objectives of the Paris agreement and for achieving Sustainable Development. "When we launch the new generation Scania we want to take the opportunity to gather some of the most influential

    World’s first electric road opens in Sweden

    The world´s first electric road is being inaugurated near the city of Gävle in central Sweden, the result of a unique partnership demonstrating the path towards fossil-free transportation. Scania is supplying with the electrically-powered trucks, which will operate under real traffic conditions.Opening today, 22 June, the two-kilometre strip on the E16 motorway sees electrified trucks from Scania driven in open traffic, using conductive technology developed by Siemens. The beauty of the new technology, which is the result of several years of cooperation between the Swedish Government and

    Scania delivers 51 hybrid buses to Madrid

    In a major commercial breakthrough, Scania will in June start delivering 51 hybridised Scania Citywide buses to Madrid. These complete buses feature cost saving and emission educing hybrid technology that meets the EU suburban and short distance Class II regulations.“We are delighted that Madrid has recognised the advantages of Scania’s innovative hybrid technology and placed such a significant order,” says Klas Dahlberg, Head of Scania’s Buses and Coaches. “Many cities are cautiously examining the benefits of hybridisation but Madrid is now a leader in actually implementing alternative

    From the leader in alternative fuels:Green light for HVO-use in Scania Euro 6 range

    Scania has given the green light to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) being used to power its Euro 6 range, provided the fuel used meets technical specification TS15940. Vehicles using HVO – which chemically mimics fossil-fuel-based diesel – can under optimal condition achieve up to a 90-percent reduction in CO2 emissions. HVO does not affect a vehicle’s characteristics or its maintenance requirements.Örjan Åslund is Head of Product Affairs at Scania. “We have decided to give our blessing to the use of HVO biodiesel in our diesel vehicles,” he says. “Scania is the leading manufacturer when

    At the forefront of sustainability: Scania will deliver about 1,500 biodiesel trucks in 2014

    The company's broad commitment to alternative fuels and sustainable development is now also becoming visible in the form of strong truck sales. In 2014 alone, Scania expects to deliver about 1,500 Euro 6 trucks in Europe that use one of the five engine models that can run on up to 100 percent biodiesel.“The forecast indicates that this year we will produce and deliver about 1,500 Euro 6 trucks built for biodiesel operation,” says Christopher Podgorski, Senior Vice President Trucks at Scania. “This is a figure I'm very proud of, because it shows that our investment in alternative fuels is

    Scania at IAA: Focusing on sustainability and services that benefit the customer

    · Scania Citywide with Scania's hybrid system · New innovations that provide significant fuel savings · New 13-litre engine with 450 hp and SCR-only · Freewheeling retarder that saves fuel · Further developed Scania Eco-roll and new gear changing strategies · Increased working temperature and low-viscosity oil save fuel · New services increase uptime and customers' revenue potential At IAA, Scania will be presenting news in the form of products and services that contribute directly to improving bus and truck customers’ profitability. Besides additional Euro 6 engines,

    Major environmental benefits of longer truck combinations

    By driving with two full-length trailers, Scania reduces fuel consumption by up to 30 percent with an equivalent reduction in harmful carbon dioxide emissions. Following Scania’s request, the Swedish Transport Agency has now granted permission to operate rigs of 31.5 metres in total length between Södertälje and Helsingborg in Sweden.Scania Transport Laboratory has been conducting research activities on the road for the past six years by transporting the company’s own materials under realistic operating conditions between Scania’s production units in Södertälje, Sweden and Zwolle in the

    Major environmental benefits of longer truck combinations

    By driving with two full-length trailers, Scania reduces fuel consumption by up to 30 percent with an equivalent reduction in harmful carbon dioxide emissions. Following Scania’s request, the Swedish Transport Agency has now granted permission to operate rigs of 31.5 metres in total length between Södertälje and Helsingborg in Sweden.Scania Transport Laboratory has been conducting research activities on the road for the past six years by transporting the company’s own materials under realistic operating conditions between Scania’s production units in Södertälje, Sweden and Zwolle in the

    Euro 6 – the challenge was to win

    For a number of years, the trucking industry has struggled to fulfil the exacting emission legislation that came into force at the end of last year. Scania is the manufacturer that has been able to present competitive solutions sooner and better than anyone else. Scania now offers its customers no less than 18 Euro 6 engines for all types of applications – and is setting international records in low fuel consumption with their latest Euro 6 diesel engine.“Euro 6 has been a challenge for the entire industry,” says Joel Granath, Head of Product Management for Scania trucks. “Many predicted

    Scania truck with Euro 6 engine wins German environmental award

    Scania has the environmentally lowest-impact truck in the heavy tractor class, according to the respected German transport trade magazines Verkehrs­Rundschau and Trucker, which have given the Scania G 410 their Green Truck 2014 award.With fuel consumption averaging a record-low 23.29 litres of diesel per 100 km, the Scania G 410 received a total of 6,702 points, taking first place by a wide margin in the environment rankings on which the magazines’ prestigious award is based. The evaluation is primarily based on the environmental impact of fuel consumption and of the exhaust emissions a

    Scania to deliver 485 trucks to Austrian public sector

    The Austrian public procurement organisation Bundesbeschaffungs GmbH (BBG) and Scania Österreich have signed an agreement for the delivery of up to 485 Scania Euro 6 trucks over the next three years. The agreement is worth about EUR 65 million.The trucks will be put into use by Austrian cities, communities and other public organisations, including the Austrian motorway operator ASFINAG. The vehicles will be delivered over a three-year period ending in March 2017. The order represents a breakthrough for Scania’s municipal vehicles in Austria. It covers a variety of truck types, including

    Scania delivers 220 biodiesel-powered trucks to leading Austrian transport company

    Austrian haulier Nothegger Transport has ordered 220 trucks from Scania with biodiesel engines which meet Euro 6 requirements and are designed for 100-percent biodiesel operation. This major order follows the introduction of Scania’s 13-litre 450 hp engine, which meets Euro 6 standard for biodiesel operation.“This is both an exciting and prestigious order,” says Christopher Podgorski, Senior Vice President Trucks at Scania. “Scania has invested more than any other manu­facturer in being able to offer both breadth and depth in its range of Euro 6 engines. This is clear evidence that we have

    Scania adds 13-litre biodiesel engines to its Euro 6 range

    Scania is introducing two Euro 6-certified, 13-litre truck engines that can run on any diesel blend, right up to 100 percent biodiesel (EN 14214). The versions certified for biodiesel operation are the mo­dular, six-cylinder, 13-litre 450 and 490 hp engines.Scania is continuing the roll-out of its Euro 6-certified engines intended for use with 100-percent biodiesel. In October 2013, Scania intro­duced its robust five-cylinder, 9-litre biodiesel engine in two different output versions, 320 hp and 360 hp. These are now being followed by the 13-litre, inline six engine that will be available

    Scania delivered 108 Ecolution by Scania trucks to Central Europe

    Czech-based HOPI, a major logistics company in Central Europe, has renewed its fleet with 108 Scania trucks. The new Scania Streamline trucks are being delivered according to the Ecolution by Scania product and service solution for lower fuel consumption and thereby reduced carbon footprint.This is one of Scania’s largest single orders for Ecolution by Scania and by far the largest in Central Europe. The 108 ordered vehicles have been delivered to HOPI’s operations in the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia. Ecolution by Scania is a toolbox that helps customers dramatically reduce costs

    Scania to power Terex TR60 rigid dump trucks

    Terex Construction has chosen Scania’s 16-litre V8 industrial engine to power its rigid dump truck, theTR60. The US Tier 4i/ EU Stage IIIB compliant engine boasts a power output of 700 hp (515 kW) and a maximum torque of 3183 Nm at 1500 r/min.The Terex®  TR60is a rigid dump truck designed for moving heavy loads, up to 55 tonnes in rugged terrain. A Terex TR60 with a Scania US Tier 4i/ EU Stage IIIB engine installed will be showcased during the BAUMA exhibition at the Terex Stand (F7.710-711), 15-21 April in Munich, Germany. Scania already supplies engines for Terex articulated dump

    Scania and Doosan Infracore extend their cooperation

    Scania and the South Korean equipment manufacturer, Doosan Infracore, have agreed to further increase their current cooperation. According to a Letter of Intent, Scania, from 2014, will not only supply engines for Doosan’s articulated dump trucks and large wheel loaders but also other products within the Doosan range.“In the long term, we are estimating delivery of well over 3,000 engines annually to Doosan Infracore. This cooperation has strengthened our position in the growing Asian market,” says Robert Sobocki, Senior Vice President and Head of Scania Engines. Doosan Infracore is well

    The first Scania Euro 6 trucks are now being registered

    The EU Commission Regulation concerning the Euro 6 emission standard has recently been adopted, making it possible to register heavy vehicles according to the new standard. Scania has already started delivering Euro 6 trucks to customers all over Europe. The first delivery took place in the Netherlands in February and the Scania Euro 6 truck has now also been registered in Sweden. Switzerland and several other European countries will open for registration in the coming weeks.The new Euro 6 emission standard for heavy vehicles enters into force in the EU and certain adjacent countries

    Scania’s quest for the best truck drivers begins now

    This week marks the launch of the 2012 Scania Driver Competitions. More than 55,000 drivers from across 39 countries are expected to compete to be declared the best truck drivers, and with the new online registration process, qualifying is just a few clicks away.Initiated in 2003, the Scania Driver Competitions were originally held in Europe. They have since spread out globally, evolving into challenging events that highlight the importance of the skills of drivers, as well as driver training and development to enhance road safety awareness and proficient eco-driving.“The driver is the

    Environmental focus gives Scania market leadership

    A major order for 121 biofuel buses from Nobina strengthens Scania’s leading position as a supplier of vehicles that can be run on the renewable fuels available today.   “The fact that Scania can deliver reliable and cost effective buses that have engines with well-tried technology for running on gas, biodiesel and bioethanol. As a result, Scania is now easily the largest make in the Swedish bus market,” says Leif Nyström, head of Scania’s bus and coach sales in Sweden.The order from Nobina, the Nordic region’s largest passenger traffic operator for buses, is Scania’s biggest order for

    Scania’s new global engine range ready for the future

    Scania is taking the final steps towards a global engine platform based on the latest technology for all markets and for all emission standards. Strength, high performance and fuel efficiency are key characteristics. Easier servicing and parts supply contribute to improved uptime for operators.“After several years of development, we are taking the final steps towards a common global engine platform that is designed to meet all emission standards worldwide,” says Jonas Hofstedt, Head of Powertrain Development. Customer benefits include enhanced robustness, performance and fuel economy, as

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