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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Transport Europe Embraces Electrification and Emission-Free Transport Solutions
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Transport Europe GmbH (MTTE) is spearheading a shift towards electrification and emission-free transport solutions, focusing on integrating low carbon and clean fuel technologies. This strategic move is part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' (MHI) broader commitment to reducing emissions and electrification across various sectors.
One of MHI's key initiatives involves ammonia co-firing and clean ammonia fuel projects. In collaboration with partners such as JERA, MHI is conducting feasibility studies for ammonia cracking plants and exploring large-scale clean ammonia supply, with plans to start from 2027 [3].
In addition, Mitsubishi Corporation is investing in battery materials and technologies for electric vehicles (EVs), as indicated by data on lithium battery anode materials associated with EVs [4]. This suggests that the parent company is actively developing EV powertrain components and energy efficiency solutions.
While specific details on MTTE's EV product launches or modular EV platform developments were not found, the overall industry trends point towards scalable electric drivetrain technologies, hybridization with range-extender ICE generators, and battery electric vehicle components that align with emission-free transport goals [1][2].
This multi-pronged approach positions MTTE at the forefront of the global effort to decarbonize transport, consistent with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' sustainability commitments [3][4].
MTTE's strategy encompasses:
- Electrification through battery electric vehicle components, supporting zero-emission solutions.
- Development of clean fuel options like ammonia, including infrastructure and fuel supply chain partnerships.
- Integration of modular and scalable electric powertrain technologies to adapt to diverse transport needs.
At the NUFAM 2023 exhibition in Karlsruhe, MTTE is showcasing its full-electric transport refrigeration units. In the outdoor area, real vehicle applications are demonstrated, including a MAN box truck with a TU diesel underfloor unit, a MAN tractor with the new full-electric TEU machine, a van with the TEK electric unit, and an MTTE service vehicle [5].
MTTE is also presenting the full range of Preciso full-electric refrigeration units, including the diesel version TU of the underfloor series. The new target group for MTTE's electric product lines are transport companies that aim to decarbonize their fleets and ensure operational capability in urban areas [6].
The full-electric trailer cooling machine TEF 1500 is making its debut at the show, available with an external battery [7]. MTTE is responding to the growing demand for emission-free solutions in refrigerated transport with the expansion of its electric product lines.
MTTE Managing Director Björn Reckhorn stated that the company's portfolio caters to the demand for economical and environmentally friendly solutions for transport cooling [8]. The expansion of the electric product lines by MTTE is aimed at transport companies that want to decarbonize their fleets and ensure operational capability in urban areas.
MTTE is also expanding its service network and product availability in Europe in parallel with the electrification of its product portfolio. Hall 2, Stand D 206 is where MTTE's exhibits can be found at NUFAM 2023 [9]. The company's premier of the new full-electric underfloor cooling machine TEU for trucks and the focus on the electrification of all equipment classes in Europe, from vans to trailers, further underscores its commitment to emission-free transport solutions [10].
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Transport Europe (MTTE) is showcasing its commitment to emission-free transport solutions by exhibiting full-electric transport refrigeration units and various electric vehicle applications at NUFAM 2023.
- As part of its multi-pronged approach, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is not only focusing on electrification through battery electric vehicle components but also developing clean fuel options like ammonia and integrating modular and scalable electric powertrain technologies.
- Technology advancements in data-and-cloud-computing and automotive sectors are expected to play a crucial role in the development and implementation of improved transport solutions by companies like Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and its subsidiary, MTTE.
