Jointly Promoting Sustainable Development in the Transport and Logistics Sector (International Perspective)

Source: People's Daily

At the booth of a Chinese commercial vehicle parts company, the staff introduced the products to foreign merchants. Photo by reporter Liu Zhonghua

From September 17 to 22, the 2024 Hannover International Transport Fair in Germany was held in Hannover. About 1,700 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions showcased the latest R&D achievements, cutting-edge technologies and solutions in the field of commercial vehicles and spare parts, and jointly discussed and promoted sustainable development in the field of transportation and logistics. Chinese commercial vehicle companies actively participated in the exhibition and brought a variety of new products to the exhibition.

Electrification of commercial vehicles is in the spotlight

In the face of the increasingly severe challenge of climate change, the electrification of commercial vehicles is an important way to reduce carbon emissions and achieve climate goals. In order to meet the growing demand of the market, a number of exhibitors presented new electric trucks.

Daimler Truck AG's electric truck with a range of up to 500 kilometers on a single charge won the Truck of the Year award. Daimler Truck AG board member Hardström said the new electric truck is expected to be an alternative to diesel trucks. Daimler Truck AG plans to have half of all trucks sold in Europe electric by 2030.

The new all-electric trucks developed by the IVECO Group have a range of 400 kilometers and are equipped with fast charging capabilities, which can increase the range by 200 kilometers in less than 45 minutes. Olof · Persson, CEO of the Iveco Group, believes that energy transition solutions will determine the future of the transport industry.

Hydrogen drive technology is also gaining traction as a flexible decarbonization solution. MAN Trucks & Buses is Europe's first commercial hydrogen internal combustion engine heavy-duty truck, which can achieve a full range of 600 kilometers and a hydrogen refueling process that takes less than 15 minutes.

The ZF Group presented the audience with technical highlights such as the modular electric drive platform. According to ZF Group CEO Joshua Koh, through the modular design of its products, ZF can help customers electrify their drivetrains and allow manufacturers to flexibly configure their electric drive systems according to their needs. "At the show, we also introduced a plug-in hybrid system, which will effectively reduce fuel consumption, make it easier to drive trucks, and support the rapid decarbonization of the commercial vehicle industry." Ke Haozhe said.

The staff of Scania Group introduced the user-customized system to reporters, which can provide a variety of modular intelligent options such as charging and interconnection services according to the user's choice preferences. "The realization of electrified transport depends on the establishment of an entire ecosystem." Christian · Levine, President and CEO of Scania Group, said: "To be the best partner for our customers, we should be able to create a complete set of ecosystem solutions. ”

Hildegard ·Müller, the organizer of the exhibition and chairman of the Germany Association of Automobile Manufacturers, said that this year's exhibition showcases innovative and sustainable solutions for the industry, and "in the future, our goal is to accelerate the mass production and application of these innovative vehicles and make more contributions to sustainable transportation."

The innovative technology of Chinese enterprises has attracted attention

At the exhibition, a number of Chinese commercial vehicle companies showcased their innovative products and technological advantages in new energy fields such as electrification and hydrogen energy.

At BYD's booth, its world's first pure electric light commercial vehicle and pure electric yard tractor attracted many customers to visit and experience with its efficient charging efficiency and simple and generous design. "These products enable more diverse, greener options in areas such as last-mile distribution and large distribution centers." Shu Youxing, general manager of BYD's European Automobile Sales Division, said that as of June this year, BYD has sold more than 110,000 commercial vehicles worldwide, including more than 30,000 new energy trucks and special vehicles.

China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co., Ltd. launched the new 20-meter-long Yellow River heavy truck, the body is painted in blue and white, and the cab adopts a streamlined shape that imitates water droplets. In the design of the trailer, the bionic "fish back" drag reduction concept is also integrated to create the wind resistance performance of the main hanger. More than 20 drag reduction technologies, such as active air intake grille, electronic rearview mirrors, hidden door handles, and detailed fluid guidance throughout the vehicle, allow the vehicle to save energy by 15%.

In the exhibition area of Xiamen King Long United Automobile Industry Co., Ltd., the company's latest research and development of intelligent and electric integration technology and liquid hydrogen super heavy-duty trucks and other products have been recognized by many European manufacturers and dealers. Yu Danyao, the company's chief brand officer, said: "We have demonstrated the company's new technologies in the field of intelligent electric systems and hydrogen energy to European customers, and we hope that more partners will join us to create more cooperation opportunities." ”

Shaanxi Automobile Holding Group Co., Ltd., which participated in the exhibition for the first time, brought different types of the latest commercial vehicle products. Wang Zhao, deputy general manager of Shaanxi Automobile Holdings, said that he hopes to establish close ties with global partners and explore more cooperation opportunities by showcasing the latest technological achievements, "We believe that Chinese companies can do more in the field of commercial vehicles." ”

Ruipu Lanjun Energy Co., Ltd. has released its latest battery system for commercial vehicles. According to Du Kang, the company's project director, the product is specially developed for the European market, with flexible and changeable combination solutions, which can meet the needs of trucks in different scenarios, and attract customers with high energy density, strong safety and long life. "The company will continue to strengthen scientific and technological innovation, launch more green energy solutions, and help the low-carbon transition." Du Kang said.

Chinese and foreign car companies have strengthened dialogue and cooperation

This year's fair features "China Day", which provides a platform to promote closer ties and cooperation between Chinese exhibitors and manufacturers from other countries.

On September 18, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Germany Association of the Automotive Industry. The two sides said that they will give full play to their respective advantages, gather more cooperation consensus, promote the in-depth integration of the Chinese and German automotive industries, share the new opportunities brought by China's development of new quality productivity and Chinese-style modernization, accelerate the pace of internationalization of China's automobile industry, and lay the foundation for building a new platform for global automotive industry cooperation.

During the exhibition, the ZF Group signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Chinese companies to strengthen intelligent cooperation in the field of commercial vehicles. Peter · Lehr, Director of the ZF Group and Head of the Commercial Vehicle Solutions Division, said: "Our cooperation demonstrates our shared pursuit of technological innovation and market development. ”

Müller said that the German-Chinese cooperation in the automotive industry is a model of international cooperation, and hopes that the two sides will continue to strengthen industrial dialogue and cooperation, jointly maintain a fair and just international trade environment, and promote the healthy development of the industry.

He Mochi, the representative of Transtop Group in China, said that Transtop Group insists on deeply cultivating the Chinese market, striving to fulfill its responsibilities in accordance with the relevant goals of the Paris Agreement through scientific and technological innovation, and improving internal and external efficiency through the application of modular systems.

Wang Xia, president of the China Council for the Promotion of Automobile International Trade, said that the general direction of China's commercial vehicle development is to accelerate the development of new quality productivity, take the road of high-end, intelligent and green, and achieve high-quality development. The green and low-carbon transformation has promoted the structural adjustment of China's commercial vehicle industry, bringing broader development space and cooperation opportunities to Chinese and foreign commercial vehicle companies.

"We are particularly pleased to welcome more than 460 Chinese exhibitors this year, which is the largest group of international exhibitors at the fair." Jürgen · Mindel, managing director of the Germany Association of Automobile Manufacturers, said that the exhibition provides a platform for companies to learn from each other and establish new partnerships, which will jointly promote the sustainable development of the industry. It is believed that Chinese companies will work with commercial vehicle companies from other countries to contribute to the global realization of climate neutrality. (Reporter Liu Zhonghua, Liu He)

(People's Daily, Hannover, Germany)

People's Daily (2024-09-25 14th Edition)