Fruehauf is developing the world's first hydrogen-powered semi-trailer, comprising a rear axle with electric motor and a hydrogen fuel-cell system.

Lamberet showcased a range of sustainably-powered refrigerated trailers and bodies at the Solutrans show in Lyon, France.

Chereau has unveiled its new electric reefer featuring solar panel and a regenerative axle at the Solutrans show in Lyon.

Carrier Transicold has exhibited a range of products targeting the sustainable refrigeration market at the Solutrans show in Lyon, France.

Daikin Europe has unveiled its first range of Daikin branded refrigerated cooling units at the Solutrans show in Lyon, France.

The companies aim to produce a truck capable of matching a diesel truck in haulage capacity and with a range allowing for multiple journeys along a 60-km route.

The 13.6-metre semi-trailer, built in Manchester, boasts a range of components, including lightweight materials, Schmitz-branded axles and chassis, and telematics system, which the trailer manfuacturer hopes will improve its standing in the UK and Irish markets.

10,000 semi-trailers have been manufactured at Toomebridge in Northern Ireland since the site opened three years ago.

Dutch trailer manufacturer Knapen Group of Deurne, The Netherlands (a subsidiary of Krone Commercial Vehicles Group), has announced that Peter Ahlers will step down as Managing Director of the company.

The financial year 2020/21 saw a 7.9% fall in production (42,470 vehicles) and a 7% fall in sales (EUR1.74bn).

eWorX, which is currently undergoing testing at ZF's Schweinfurt site, connects to the vehicle battery and operates work equipment mounted on truck cranes, dump trucks, and cement mixers.

The tipping trailer and tipper body builder was sold to TVS, a builder of specialist commercial vehicles, but will retain its current management.