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On July 18, Infineon Technologies AG signed a memorandum of understanding with Amkor Technology, Inc.  They intend to fully leverage their classical Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) business relationship to tackle emissions along their supply chain effectively.  In April, both companies announced to operate a dedicated packaging and test center at Amkor’s manufacturing site in Porto, Portugal.

Infineon and Amkor will actively engage with common suppliers to help them develop and implement effective decarbonization strategies. This will involve workshops, meetings, and the sharing of best practices and learnings related to decarbonization. The aim is to identify areas for improvement and support suppliers in setting science-based emissions reduction targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative. 

Based on Infineon Technologies AG press release

On July 1, GAC Honda released upon its 26th anniversary a corporate strategic transformation and upgrading program for an all-domain extreme revolution, aiming to be “more intelligent, greener, and more efficient”. The strategic targets are as follows:

-          In 2024, build and commission a new EV plant and plan 10 intelligent modules for data sharing across all business domains, such as an information center, a large quality platform, and an online equipment management system. Promote the equipment of a safe driving assistance system an intelligent cockpit in all models to expand the application of intelligent technology and realize the 2050 corporate safety vision of zero deaths from traffic accidents.

-          Actively revitalize local resources by integrating local R&D with Honda’s over 70 years of experience in automobile manufacturing. Build and commission a new zero-carbon EV plant in 2024; achieve carbon peaking and manufacturing phase carbon neutrality in 2025; and achieve product lifecycle carbon neutrality by 2045 (or 2040 as far as possible).

-          Conduct market-centric local development by launching six new battery electric models by 2027 to cover more extensive requirements for vehicle use. Boost the construction of digital platforms and the application of intelligent technology to continuously improve customer satisfaction with a full online service model. Further optimize the relations among manufacturing, technology, and talented personnel to facilitate manufacturing efficiency gains.

From a GAC Honda press release

On June 25, Carsharing Russia PJSC, the largest car-sharing operator in Russia (Delimobil brand) announced the expansion of strategic cooperation with CHERY brand.  Delimobil's fleet will be replenished with 900 cars of the popular CHERY TIGGO 7 PRO MAX model in the coming months.

Delimobil also received the status of an official service partner of the CHERY brand and the supply of spare parts from the brand.

Based on Delimobil press release