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Carlos Martin Rivals during his visit to the Philippines.

BlueFloat CEO Steps Down

Carlos Martín Rivals has announced his decision to step down as CEO of BlueFloat Energy. He made the announcement in a Linkedin post. “After careful thinking, I’ve concluded that it is the right moment to turn the page on my role in the company I founded with the support from … [continued]

One of the last activities of Gogoro Philippines happened last October 2024, launching and providing test rides for the Jego SmartScooter. (Photo from Moto Makina)

Gogoro “Unplugs” from the Philippines Market

A loss of energy caused Gogoro’s Philippine partner to pull the plug After more than two years in the Philippines, Gogoro’s partnership with Globe’s 917Ventures, a subsidiary of the Ayala Corporation, has come to an abrupt end. Gogoro headquarters told CleanTechnica that they are “currently assessing a shift in our … [continued]

Taiwan’s Bikes & E-Bikes Getting Squeezed Out Of The Market, But A Comeback Seems Likely

While the cultures of Taiwan and China continue to slowly drift their separate ways (after a civil war three-quarters of a century ago), there’s one thing that’s still firmly entrenched on both sides of the Strait: bicycles. It’s an indisputable fact that bikes are fantastic for densely-populated areas. They’re small, … [continued]