Robert Prendergast

London

Reporter at Retail Banker International

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The real 007 | The on-screen life of Ian Fleming

3 weeks ago | filmstories.co.uk | Robert Prendergast

Robert Prendergast examines the many screen portrayals of James Bond creator Ian Fleming. This article first appeared in Film Stories issue 36. It seems no person can live an interesting life and not find themselves the subject of a live-action adaptation, and Ian Fleming is a prime example - with his life having been shown on screen several times.
The imminent surge of electric trucks

1 month ago | power-technology.com | Robert Prendergast

Of on-road fuel consumption, 36% is through HDVs. Credit: Scharfsinn/Shutterstock.com. The topic of expanding e-mobility beyond cars to include trucks, vans, buses and more was a key talking point at Eurelectric EVision 2025 (EVision), with at least one attendee arguing Europe has the chance to build a substantial e-truck industry if the continent can “come together” and decide to it.
Solar PV module market outlook 2025: emerging trends and market leaders

1 month ago | power-technology.com | Robert Prendergast

Declining costs of PV module production have made solar installations more affordable globally. Source: abriendomundo/Shutterstock.com. The global solar photovoltaic (PV) module market has been growing at pace and is projected to rise to $133.12bn in market value by 2028, according to Power Technology’s parent company, GlobalData.
Western EV markets perform poorly in 2024, face turbulence ahead

1 month ago | power-technology.com | Robert Prendergast

According to GlobalData, global demand for battery-light EVs slowed down in 2024. Credit: Valeriana002 via Shutterstock. The global EV sector is undergoing a period of reassessment as it appears that Western markets have failed to adopt battery electric vehicles (BEVs) as originally expected and planned.
EV owners could save up to €2,900 a year with smart charging

1 month ago | power-technology.com | Robert Prendergast

CEO of E.ON and president of Eurelectric Leonhard Birnbaum, and CEO of Scania and chair of the ACEA Commercial Vehicles Board, Christian Levin, commented on the study at EVision 2025 in Brussels. Credit: Robert Prendergast. European electric vehicle (EV) owners could save between €450 ($485) and €2,900 annually by utilising smart and bidirectional charging technologies, according to a new study conducted by Eurelectric and EY.
Examining the barriers to successful CCUS implementation

1 month ago | offshore-technology.com | Robert Prendergast

Carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS) is a vitally important element of the movement towards a more sustainable future. Now, the CCUS capacity pipeline is being boosted by both a growing number of projects and an increase in their scale and scope. The oil and gas industry continues to be a major driver of development within the CCUS market, with companies such as ExxonMobil, Chevron and QatarEnergy featuring in the current ranking of leading owners of CCUS capacity.
Examining the barriers to successful CCUS implementation

1 month ago | power-technology.com | Robert Prendergast

Excessive regulation and limited available technology are also preventing the widespread adoption of CCUS. Credit: 3rdtimeluckystudio/Shutterstock.com. Carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS) is a vitally important element of the movement towards a more sustainable future. Now, the CCUS capacity pipeline is being boosted by both a growing number of projects and an increase in their scale and scope.
The cinematic history of Battersea Power Station

1 month ago | filmstories.co.uk | Robert Prendergast

Robert Prendergast takes a look into the cinematic history of an iconic London landmark. This article first appeared in Film Stories issue 40 in February 2023. Battersea Power Station has undergone a Miss Congeniality-esque makeover recently. The building has been an iconic London landmark for nearly a century. However, it's been a long time since it was the site that powered a fifth of London's electricity, closing in 1983.
What does the future look like for Australian manganese mining?

2 months ago | mining-technology.com | Robert Prendergast

Tropical cyclone Megan wreaked havoc across the north of Australia in March 2024, forcing a key producer of manganese, Groote Eylandt Mining Company (GEMCO), to temporarily halt production on the island of Groote Eylandt. GEMCO – owned by South32 (60%) and Anglo American (40%) – is responsible for 87% of Australia’s manganese production. Due to the overwhelming power of the storm, a manganese bulk carrier crashed into and partially destroyed GEMCO’s wharf.
What does the future look like for Australian manganese mining?

2 months ago | nrinvesting.com | Robert Prendergast |NR Investing |Paul Fosse

Tropical cyclone Megan wreaked havoc across the north of Australia in March 2024, forcing a key producer of manganese, Groote Eylandt Mining Company (GEMCO), to temporarily halt production on the island of Groote Eylandt. GEMCO – owned by South32 (60%) and Anglo American (40%) – is responsible for 87% of Australia’s manganese production. Due to the overwhelming power of the storm, a manganese bulk carrier crashed into and partially destroyed GEMCO’s wharf.

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