AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEV Battery Quality: A new study says a single weak cell in an EV pack can cut usable life by nearly 23%, because the “weakest-cell” effect forces the whole pack to hit limits early. Autonomous Logistics: Einride and Lidl launched the first cab-less SAE Level 4 autonomous truck on a public road in Germany under a KBA permit, a milestone for driverless freight. Sweden-Linked Industry Tech: Chalmers researchers co-authored the battery findings, reinforcing Sweden’s role in battery aging research. Nordic Defence Procurement: Telenor subsidiary KNL secured a NORDEFCO framework deal for Denmark’s defence to buy secure HF comms, expanding Nordic joint procurement. Arctic Security: EU leaders met to sharpen Arctic strategy as rivalries with Russia and China intensify. Sweden Politics & Business Climate: Sweden’s election remains knife-edge, with far-right pressure raising uncertainty for investment planning. Food Manufacturing Trend: “Mouthfeel” is driving product development toward crunchier, gooier, chewier textures across European food brands. Energy Markets: Oil prices jumped over 2% amid Middle East supply fears, adding pressure to European costs.
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