04/02/2013
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Future Of Hydrogen Powered Cars Mapped Out
Over one and a half million hydrogen powered vehicles could be on UK roads by 2030 according to a joint Government-industry study published today.
The forecast is made in an interim report commissioned to evaluate the benefits of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and ensure the UK is well positioned for their commercial roll-out. Produced by the UKH2Mobility project - which brings together leading businesses from the automotive, energy, infrastructure and retail sectors with Government - the study provides a 'roadmap' for the introduction of vehicles and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure in the UK.
Business Minister Michael Fallon said: "The transition to ultra-low emission vehicles has already begun. It has the potential to create really significant new economic opportunities for the UK, to diversify national energy supply and to decarbonise road transport. The findings released today demonstrate that hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles can make a significant contribution to this. “Successful commercialisation of the technology will require Government to work in true partnership with industry. Our international rivals are looking to steal a march in this area and so UKH2Mobility recognises the importance of prompt action to ensure the potential benefits are realised by businesses and consumers in the UK."
Police Search For Taxi Following Murder Of Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir
Police investigating the murder of Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir are seeking to trace a taxi which picked up three suspects wanted in connection with the murder.
Officers are appealing for the driver or those who may know the driver of the taxi to come forward and assist police with their investigation.
It is believed that the suspects were picked up in a taxi in the vicinity of Hudson Place, SW1, at around 6:59pm on Sunday, 27 January.
The taxi is described as a silver London taxi, possibly a T2 or T4 model with colour coded bumpers and black trim around the door and bumper.
Upon picking up the suspects this taxi headed down Hudson Place before turning left into Wilton Road, SW1.
Any witnesses or anyone with any information should contact the incident room on 0208 345 3715; if you wish to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Over one and a half million hydrogen powered vehicles could be on UK roads by 2030 according to a joint Government-industry study published today.
The forecast is made in an interim report commissioned to evaluate the benefits of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and ensure the UK is well positioned for their commercial roll-out. Produced by the UKH2Mobility project - which brings together leading businesses from the automotive, energy, infrastructure and retail sectors with Government - the study provides a 'roadmap' for the introduction of vehicles and hydrogen refuelling infrastructure in the UK.
Business Minister Michael Fallon said: "The transition to ultra-low emission vehicles has already begun. It has the potential to create really significant new economic opportunities for the UK, to diversify national energy supply and to decarbonise road transport. The findings released today demonstrate that hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles can make a significant contribution to this. “Successful commercialisation of the technology will require Government to work in true partnership with industry. Our international rivals are looking to steal a march in this area and so UKH2Mobility recognises the importance of prompt action to ensure the potential benefits are realised by businesses and consumers in the UK."
Police Search For Taxi Following Murder Of Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir
Police investigating the murder of Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir are seeking to trace a taxi which picked up three suspects wanted in connection with the murder.
Officers are appealing for the driver or those who may know the driver of the taxi to come forward and assist police with their investigation.
It is believed that the suspects were picked up in a taxi in the vicinity of Hudson Place, SW1, at around 6:59pm on Sunday, 27 January.
The taxi is described as a silver London taxi, possibly a T2 or T4 model with colour coded bumpers and black trim around the door and bumper.
Upon picking up the suspects this taxi headed down Hudson Place before turning left into Wilton Road, SW1.
Any witnesses or anyone with any information should contact the incident room on 0208 345 3715; if you wish to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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'Open Access' Station For Hydrogen-powered Vehicles Launched
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08 January 2010
'Water' Cars Step Forward
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26 March 2015
New Black Cab Factory Creates 1,000 New Jobs
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30 April 2009
BAE Systems To Axe 500 UK Jobs
Britain's largest engineering company is to axe around 500 jobs and close three sites, it was announced today. BAE Systems will shut the three factories at Telford, Shropshire; Leeds and Guildford, Surrey, due to falling orders, and, in part, to the withdrawal of British troops in Iraq.
BAE Systems To Axe 500 UK Jobs
Britain's largest engineering company is to axe around 500 jobs and close three sites, it was announced today. BAE Systems will shut the three factories at Telford, Shropshire; Leeds and Guildford, Surrey, due to falling orders, and, in part, to the withdrawal of British troops in Iraq.
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