Melker Jernberg, president of Volvo CE, signed the MoU with Niklas Persson, CEO of Grid Integration at Hitachi Energy.
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The collaboration focuses on deep technical engagement in an evolving industry
Zero-emission construction requires a coordinated ecosystem of solutions and seamless integration between machines, electrical infrastructure, and energy management systems.
“Strategic partnerships such as this with Hitachi Energy are key to accelerating the transition to zero-emission construction,” said Melker Jernberg, president of Volvo CE. “By combining complementary expertise and delivering a complete, integrated solution, we are giving customers the confidence, security, and peace of mind they need to adopt emission-free operations today.”
“Electrification is a game changer in the decarbonization puzzle, particularly for hard-to-abate environments such as construction sites,” said Niklas Persson, CEO of Grid Integration at Hitachi Energy. “As construction operations become more electric and more complex, success depends less on individual technologies and more on system-level integration, strong execution, and close collaboration with partners like Volvo CE who share our ambition to enable zero-emission construction at scale.”
The initial focus is business and go-to-market-oriented, emphasizing practical, plug-and-play approaches to help customers simplify the transition to zero-emission construction sites. At the same time, the agreement establishes a foundation for deeper technical engagement over time, with the potential to explore more advanced capabilities, including connected machines, digital integration, and expanded service offerings.
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