Press release 2025-06-19 ABB infrared camera on Hydrosat satellite delivers strong results and is set to enhance water scarcity insights with next launch ABB is collaborating with Hydrosat, a company leveraging thermal satellite data and AI to address critical global challenges in food production, security, and natural resource management to develop and manufacture propriety infrared cameras that generate accurately calibrated surface temperature maps, helping to tackle water scarcity. Following the successful launch and in-orbit commissioning of
Press release 2025-06-17 ABB and HEMERIA collaborate to advance the monitoring of space ABB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HEMERIA, a leading French provider of satellite platforms, to jointly explore developing solutions for space situational awareness (SSA). The agreement was signed at the International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget, the prime meeting place for the global aerospace industry. Working together, the companies will look into the possibilities for
Article 2025-06-02 ABB acquires Bel Products Inc. to expand enclosures portfolio in North America ABB Electrification Canada Inc. announced today it has completed its acquisition of Bel Products Inc., a leading Canadian manufacturer of commercial, industrial and custom-made enclosures. This acquisition enhances ABB’s market presence in Canada and the U.S., expanding its product portfolio and enabling the company to leverage its manufacturing, warehousing and supply chain capabilities to better
Group press release 2025-05-21 ABB introduces Battery Energy Storage Systems-as-a-Service to simplify renewable energy adoption ABB today announced the launch of its new Battery Energy Storage Systems-as-a-Service (BESS-as-a-Service) – a flexible, zero-CapEx solution designed to accelerate the shift to clean, resilient and affordable energy. BESS-as-a-Service is the first in a range of next generation service models being developed to remove the barriers to clean technology adoption and accelerate industries’ transition to
Press release 2025-05-07 ABB joins Canadian MICA Network to advance technological progress in mining Technology leader ABB has joined the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network, a pan-Canadian initiative bringing together stakeholders from a wide range of fields to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative mining technologies. Its primary objectives are to modernize mining and improve its productivity and environmental performance, strengthen the
Press Release Canada 2025-04-24 ABB wins new product award at MCEE Show ABB was honored with a Best New Product Award in the Software, Controls and Related Components category for the ReliaHome™ Smart Panel at the 2025 MCEE Expo. In addition, the Iberville® Gangable boxes with low-voltage cables support bracket was recognized as a finalist in the Commercial, Institutional and Industrial Electrical Products category. The MCEE Expo is Canada’s largest trade show for the
Group press release 2025-04-22 ABB receives CDP’s ‘A’ score for transparency on climate change ABB has been recognized for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by the global environmental non-profit organization Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for the second consecutive year, securing a place on its annual ‘A List’. ABB is one of a small number of companies that achieved an ‘A’ – out of over 22,000 companies scored. ABB also improved its CDP Water score to
Group press release 2025-04-17 Q1 2025 results Strong start to the year; optimizing value creation with portfolio management
Group press release 2025-04-17 ABB plans to spin off its robotics division as a separately listed company ABB announced today that it will launch a process to propose to its Annual General Meeting 2026 to decide on a 100 percent spin-off of its Robotics division. The intention is for the business to start trading as a separately listed company during the second quarter of 2026. ABB Robotics is a technology leader and provides intelligent automation solutions to help its global customer base achieve
Press release 2025-04-11 ABB Startup Challenge 2025 winners power up the energy transition with AI solutions • ABB announces five winners of its annual Startup Challenge • 15 finalists pitched their innovative AI-powered solutions to tackle key global energy challenges • Five winners each receive US$30,000 for a collaboration project with ABB to develop their technology solutions ready for launch
Group press release 2025-03-27 ABB shareholders approve all proposals at Annual General Meeting 2025 ABB shareholders have approved all proposals of the company’s Board of Directors at its Annual General Meeting 2025, which was held in Zurich, Switzerland, today. A total of 673 shareholders attended the meeting who, together with the independent proxy, represented 64.7 percent of the total share capital with a right to vote. The shareholders supported the proposed distribution of an increased
Press release 2025-03-27 ABB to supply interferometer for Himawari-10 Japanese geostationary meteorological satellite ABB has been awarded a contract by L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX), a leading US defense company, to develop and build a high-resolution infrared interferometer system to power the next generation of L3Harris hyperspectral infrared (IR) sounder. The system onboard the Himawari-10 satellite built by Mitsubishi Electric in Japan, will map in 3D the earth’s atmosphere over the Asia-Pacific region
Press release 2025-03-20 Growing need to address methane leaks: ABB reports major demand increase for natural gas detection solution In 2024, ABB saw significant increase in the demand for its trusted MobileGuard™ natural gas leak detection solution compared to the previous year. As oil and gas companies and natural gas utilities in Europe and North America look for ways to comply with environmental regulations and make their infrastructure safer and more resilient, detecting and measuring natural gas leaks has become vital. In
Group press release 2025-03-13 ABB and Charbone Hydrogen sign agreement to advance North American green hydrogen production facilities ABB and Charbone Hydrogen Corporation – an integrated green hydrogen production company based in Montreal, Canada – have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement to collaborate on the development of up to 15 modular and scalable green hydrogen production facilities across North America over the next five years, providing a clean fuel source for existing hydrogen users and heavy
Press release 2025-03-11 ABB signs agreement with Dow as the automation partner to support Path2Zero ethylene complex in Canada ABB has signed a Leveraged Procurement Agreement (LPA) to support as the automation partner for Dow’s Path2Zero project at Fort Saskatchewan in Alberta, Canada. According to Dow, the project, which is currently under construction, will create the world’s first net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions ethylene and derivatives complex1, producing the essential building blocks needed for many
Press release 2025-02-27 ABB introduces ReliaHome™ Smart Panel with PanelGuard technology for smarter, more efficient home electrification Today, ABB has announced the launch of ReliaHome™ Smart Panel with Panel Guard technology, an innovative load management algorithm that ensures homes stay within their electrical capacity. Managed through a convenient mobile app, it makes all-electric homes more efficient and easier to achieve. Unveiled at the NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) in Las Vegas – the world’s largest residential
Group press release 2025-02-27 Notice of ABB’s Annual General Meeting on March 27, 2025 ABB today published the invitation to its Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The invitation can be found attached and at go.abb/agm. The Annual General Meeting 2025 will be held at Halle 550, Birchstrasse 150, 8050 Zurich, Switzerland, and will also be broadcast at go.abb/agm. Registration and admission cards Shareholders entered in the
Group press release 2025-02-27 ABB publishes its Annual Reporting Suite 2024 Ad hoc Announcement pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange ABB today published its Annual Reporting Suite 2024, which includes its Financial Report, Corporate Governance Report, Compensation Report, Sustainability Statement and Integrated Report. The Integrated Report is the company’s primary report at Group level. It integrates the most important material information about the
Group press release 2025-02-07 ABB launches new share buyback program of up to $1.5 billion On February 10, 2025, ABB will launch its previously announced new share buyback program of up to $1.5 billion. Based on the current ABB share price this represents a maximum of approximately 27.6 million shares. The maximum number of shares that may be repurchased under this new program on any given trading day is 663,417. This new program is consistent with ABB’s capital allocation principles
Group press release 2025-02-03 ABB completes 2024 share buyback program ABB has completed its share buyback program that was launched in April 2024. Through this buyback program, ABB repurchased a total of 16,715,684 shares – equivalent to 0.89 percent of its issued share capital at launch of the buyback program – for a total amount of approximately $0.9 billion. The Board of Directors intends to use the capital band authorized at the ABB 2023 Annual General Meeting
Article 2025-06-18 ABB simplifies electrical installations with new snap-in fittings The integration of smart technology, energy management systems and enhanced security features is reshaping the Canadian electrical industry. These installations often require electricians to work with new systems and products under tight project timelines, especially in high-demand sectors such as healthcare and commercial construction. To streamline installations, ABB Installation Products
Article 2025-06-18 ABB designs time-saving ENT fittings for construction projects As Canada’s construction industry prepares for long-term growth, durable, locally produced materials and efficient installation methods are propelling the industry forward. An essential component of building electrical systems, ABB Installation Products engineered new Carlon® Flex-Plus® Blue electrical non-metallic tubing (ENT) two-piece fittings to help speed and simplify conduit installations
Article 2025-06-05 Tackling plastic pollution, one solution at a time Every minute, the world discards 1.2 million plastic bottles - with a staggering 91% of plastic not being recycled. In 2024 alone, humanity produced an estimated 400 million tons of plastic waste [1]. ABB addresses this challenge through our technologies and collaborative solutions, both in our sites and with customers.
Group press release 2025-03-13 ABB and Charbone Hydrogen sign agreement to advance North American green hydrogen production facilities ABB and Charbone Hydrogen Corporation – an integrated green hydrogen production company based in Montreal, Canada – have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement to collaborate on the development of up to 15 modular and scalable green hydrogen production facilities across North America over the next five years, providing a clean fuel source for existing hydrogen users and heavy
Product announcement 2025-03-12 ABB Medium Voltage Circuit Breakers and Enclosures now cUL Certified Easier approval process with regulatory bodies
Case study 2025-03-06 ABB helps expand sustainable transportation possibilities in Montreal Net zero goals are being set around the globe, with many countries targeting partial to complete emission reductions in the near future. Nearly every industry is engaging in these efforts and driving initiatives to move their goals forward. Rail in Canada is making progress on the path to decarbonization – with governments, industry, and stakeholders rethinking the future of this vital sector. For
Group press release 2025-02-07 ABB launches new share buyback program of up to $1.5 billion On February 10, 2025, ABB will launch its previously announced new share buyback program of up to $1.5 billion. Based on the current ABB share price this represents a maximum of approximately 27.6 million shares. The maximum number of shares that may be repurchased under this new program on any given trading day is 663,417. This new program is consistent with ABB’s capital allocation principles
Group press release 2025-01-30 Q4 2024 results Ending record-high 2024 with strong order growth and positive 2025 outlook
Group press release 2025-01-30 Changes to composition of ABB Board of Directors • Claudia Nemat to be proposed as new board member • Lars Förberg to step down from board
Press release 2025-01-14 ABB expands residential energy management portfolio in North America with Lumin acquisition ABB announced today the acquisition of Lumin, a U.S.-based pioneer and leading provider of responsive energy management systems, to expand its home energy management capabilities in the North American residential sector. The acquisition follows a strategic minority investment by ABB into the company in 2023. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition brings Lumin's
Thought Leadership 2025-01-06 Will 2025 mark the “tipping point” for mine electrification in North America? New findings suggest strong near-term investment interest in mine electrification among North American companies
Press release 2025-01-06 ABB invests in generative AI energy manager startup Edgecom ABB is investing in a strategic partnership with Edgecom Energy, the Toronto-based energy management startup. The company’s unique energy management platform uses artificial intelligence to help industrial and commercial users manage and reduce peaks in their power demand. It is the first in the market to use a generative AI copilot to optimize the user experience. The partnership involves a
Press release 2024-12-04 ABB completes the acquisition of Aurora Motors ABB announced it has completed the acquisition of Aurora Motors. The transaction was originally announced on November 4, 2024, and financial terms were not disclosed. Aurora Motors is a $4 milllion U.S. vertical pump motors provider, with engineering and operations in Shanghai, China, and a corporate office and distribution center in Hayward, California. This acquisition is part of the ABB Motion
Canadian press release 2024-11-12 ABB teams up with Black Box Innovations to expand Electric Vehicle Energy Management System accessibility across Canada The focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across North America is driving the transition to electric vehicles (EV) and efforts to decarbonize light-duty vehicle fleets, accelerating the need for reliable and convenient residential and commercial EV charging infrastructure. To support sustainability goals and enhance the customer experience, ABB Electrification Canada – Installation Products,
Article 2024-08-28 Navigating Canada’s Energy Transition From wildfires to renewable energy, Canada’s journey toward a future of sustainable clean energy will not be a straight line.
Group press release 2024-08-27 ABB to acquire Födisch Group strengthening global leadership in continuous emission monitoring ABB today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Födisch Group, a leading developer of advanced measurement and analytical solutions for the energy and industrial sectors. The acquisition enhances ABB’s offering in continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS) and bolsters its competitiveness in technology and innovation. Through the acquisition, ABB will widen its portfolio to meet
Article 2024-08-12 ABB Canada launches ergonomics pilot project to help improve employee health and safety at work ABB Canada's Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) team recently deployed an ergonomics pilot project at its Iberville, Quebec, facility aimed at improving overall employee well-being in the workplace. Exoskeletons are assistive technologies that mechanically support the body and reduce the stresses associated with physical work such as lifting heavy loads. Specifically, passive exoskeletons are
Shows and Events 2024-07-26 ABB @ MINExpo International - 2024 Show Preview View the top 10 reasons you should plan a visit with ABB at the world's largest mining show
Web story 2024-06-21 Enhanced by Engineering – how ABB supports STEM careers for women International Women in Engineering Day highlights the key role of STEM disciplines in making a net-zero future a reality. We participate in skill-building programs leveraging technology, sustainability, and innovation and our engineering colleagues contribute to the success of ABB by leading teams, developing disruptive technologies, and collaborating with customers worldwide.