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Solid Power Inc. is a developer of solid-state rechargeable batteries, designed for applications in electric vehicles, portable electronics, aircraft, and satellites. Founded in 2011 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company focuses on creating batteries that contain no volatile or flammable liquid components, enhancing safety and reliability. Solid Power's solid-state batteries are characterized by their high energy density and promise significant improvements in performance, including extended run times and reduced costs. The company's business model involves licensing its battery cell designs and manufacturing expertise to leading battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers, as well as selling its sulfide-based solid electrolyte for use in all-solid-state battery cells.

Northvolt AB, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, specializes in the manufacturing of sustainable lithium-ion batteries primarily for the renewable energy and transportation sectors. The company designs and produces a range of battery solutions, including cells, custom cells, and complete battery systems, tailored to meet specific requirements in terms of chemistry and form factor. Northvolt's commitment to sustainability is evident in its eco-friendly manufacturing processes, which ensure a minimal carbon footprint and incorporate advanced recycling technologies. By focusing on the development of high-quality, sustainable battery cells and systems, Northvolt aims to support the electrification of various markets, including automotive, grid storage, industrial applications, and micromobility, facilitating the transition away from fossil fuels towards cleaner energy sources.

DriveNow GmbH & Co. KG is a car-sharing service established in 2011 and based in Munich, Germany. It offers a fleet of premium vehicles, including models from BMW and MINI, for both recreational and business purposes. Users can conveniently reserve vehicles through a mobile app or other digital platforms, with cars readily available in urban locations across cities such as Berlin, Munich, and Hamburg, as well as internationally in places like London and San Francisco. The service allows users to reserve a vehicle for a short time without charge, or to take a car spontaneously if it is available. As a subsidiary of Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, DriveNow emphasizes ease of use and accessibility in urban transportation.

ParkMobile USA, Inc. is a software developer specializing in on-demand and prepaid mobile payment solutions for parking across various settings, including on-street and off-street facilities in the United States. Founded in 2008 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a mobile application compatible with multiple platforms, allowing users to efficiently pay for parking without the need for traditional meters or kiosks. Its services extend to enabling parking reservations at decks, airports, and events, as well as providing municipal parking permit solutions. The platform features in-app QR codes for accessing gated facilities and utilizes beacon technology for enhanced user convenience. Additionally, ParkMobile offers the ParkMobile 360 management platform, which helps clients optimize parking inventory, manage rates in real-time, and analyze performance metrics. The company operates as a subsidiary of Parkmobile Group B.V. and has established a strategic partnership with TIBA Parking Systems.

Hubject GmbH, founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing an eRoaming platform that connects electric vehicle charging infrastructures across Europe. The company provides a range of digital B2B solutions designed to enhance the user experience for various stakeholders in the electric mobility sector. These solutions include SHARE, a direct payment system for charge point operators; intercharge direct, which facilitates ad-hoc charging and direct payments at stations; CONNECT, aimed at emobility service providers; and CHECK, a certification for charging system manufacturers. Hubject's platform serves a diverse clientele, including charge point operators, automotive manufacturers, energy suppliers, electric vehicle power providers, app developers, charging station manufacturers, fleet managers, carsharing providers, IT service providers, and newcomers to the emobility sector. The company has established strategic partnerships to further enhance its offerings and expand its network.

ParkMobile USA, Inc. is a software developer specializing in on-demand and prepaid mobile payment solutions for parking across various settings, including on-street and off-street facilities in the United States. Founded in 2008 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a mobile application compatible with multiple platforms, allowing users to efficiently pay for parking without the need for traditional meters or kiosks. Its services extend to enabling parking reservations at decks, airports, and events, as well as providing municipal parking permit solutions. The platform features in-app QR codes for accessing gated facilities and utilizes beacon technology for enhanced user convenience. Additionally, ParkMobile offers the ParkMobile 360 management platform, which helps clients optimize parking inventory, manage rates in real-time, and analyze performance metrics. The company operates as a subsidiary of Parkmobile Group B.V. and has established a strategic partnership with TIBA Parking Systems.

HERE Technologies is a company based in Eindhoven, North Brabant, specializing in location data and technology. It operates an Open Location Platform that enables individuals, businesses, and municipalities to leverage location intelligence for improved decision-making and outcomes. By providing tools and services that help manage infrastructure, optimize assets, and enhance navigation, HERE Technologies empowers its customers to better understand and utilize geographic information. Its cloud-based location platform services represent a new generation of solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of various sectors.

Herald International Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company specializing in middle- and long-term leasing services for a wide range of vehicles, including commercial and production vehicles, passenger cars, multi-purpose vehicles, and mini buses. Founded in 2009 and based in Beijing, the company offers various leasing options such as financing leases, operating leases, sales-type leases, and lease-back arrangements. Additionally, it provides services like monthly leases without drivers and daily leases with drivers. Its clientele consists of middle- and large-sized enterprises, listed corporations, multinational firms, government entities, and telecom operators in China. Herald Leasing aims to meet the diverse leasing needs of its customers through comprehensive consulting and guarantee services. The company operates multiple branches across the country.

Omada is a leading provider of identity management and access governance solutions, established in 2000. The company specializes in helping organizations enhance compliance, minimize risk, and improve operational efficiency through its adaptable and business-centric approach. Omada's offerings enable enterprises to manage identities across diverse IT systems effectively. Their solutions include integrated workflows for compliance reporting, attestation, user provisioning, and IT resource lifecycle management, which streamline the administration of employee access rights and control compliance while reducing user management costs. With operations in North America and Europe, Omada delivers its products directly and through a network of skilled partners and system integrators, serving clients with some of the most complex IT infrastructures globally. The company is recognized as a trusted advisor in its field, earning accolades for its advanced solutions.

ParkMobile USA, Inc. is a software developer specializing in on-demand and prepaid mobile payment solutions for parking across various settings, including on-street and off-street facilities in the United States. Founded in 2008 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a mobile application compatible with multiple platforms, allowing users to efficiently pay for parking without the need for traditional meters or kiosks. Its services extend to enabling parking reservations at decks, airports, and events, as well as providing municipal parking permit solutions. The platform features in-app QR codes for accessing gated facilities and utilizes beacon technology for enhanced user convenience. Additionally, ParkMobile offers the ParkMobile 360 management platform, which helps clients optimize parking inventory, manage rates in real-time, and analyze performance metrics. The company operates as a subsidiary of Parkmobile Group B.V. and has established a strategic partnership with TIBA Parking Systems.

Hans Glas GmbH is a former German automotive company, which was based in Dingolfing. Originally a maker of farm machinery, Glas evolved first into a producer of motor scooters, then automobiles. It was purchased by BMW in 1966, mainly to gain access to Glas's patents, they were the first to use a timing belt with an overhead camshaft in an automotive applications, with its limited model range shortly phased out by its new parent.