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Image courtesy 123rf The UK’s Demand Flexibility Service (DFS) was used 44 times last winter, resulting in reduced or shifted power consumption of 3,917.7MWh, says the country’s National Energy System Operator (NESO). According to NESO, the figure is up from 3,759MWh saved the previous winter (2023/4). During the last winter period (27 November 2024 to…
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By Adam Pope, Gas Safety expert, Draeger Safety UK The presence of gas hazards presents health and safety considerations which are relevant in a wide variety of workplaces and industrial settings, from the use of oxygen and carbon dioxide in hospitals, carbon dioxide in drinks production, chlorine in leisure centres, hydrogen in the petrochemical industries…
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Akona Process Solutions is now building Cablevey conveying systems in the UK, helping European manufacturers with faster lead times, lower costs and a smarter solution. Previously produced exclusively in the US, the decision to co-locate production to the UK has been driven by customer demand and commercial strategy. With an increasing requirement for shorter lead…
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August 2025 will see Popcorn Kitchen up the ante with regards its Christmas gifting offer, courtesy of a 3-strong chocolate bar offer consisting of White Chocolate Raspberry, Dark Chocolate Orange and Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate Popcorn. With Salted Caramel Popcorn Chocolate already firmly established as a cult giant bar, the decision was taken to give…
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Image: 123RF In the complex utility landscape, DLMS Generic Companion Profiles (GCPs) are becoming foundational to achieving cross-sector interoperability. As the utility sector navigates the demands of decarbonisation, decentralisation and digitalisation, driven by evolving legislative requirements, interoperability has emerged as both a critical challenge and a strategic opportunity. From advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) to smart…
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Philippe Beauchamp, Director of Utility Solutions at Eaton, discusses how utilities can tackle the challenges of the energy transition—building grid infrastructure that is resilient, reliable, safe and sustainable for the future. In an exclusive interview, Beauchamp highlights the challenges of the energy transition coupled with the challenges of digital transformation. He notes that the energy…
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Image courtesy 123rf Despite a projected tripling in investments from TSOs for the grid in Europe, a €250 billion ($293.3 billion) gap remains between expected operating cash flows and required capex through 2030, according to a report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG). According to the report, Navigating Growth: Capital Challenges and Strategic Decisions for Europe’s…
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Innophos VersaCal Bright – a science-backed, clean-label solution – delivers the whiteness and brightness of titanium dioxide (TiO₂), with the added benefit of essential nutrients. The leading innovator in specialty phosphates said the launch follows the US Food and Drug Administration’s recent approval of Innophos’ petition to use calcium phosphate as a safe colour additive…
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eCap Marine has secured two contracts to supply hydrogen-based propulsion systems for zero-emission vessels. The Hamburg-based engineering company will deliver hydrogen power solutions for bulk carriers for Møre Sjø and short-sea container vessels for Samskip. Samskip SeaShuttles Construction of two short-sea container vessels for logistics provider Samskip has started at the Cochin Shipyard in India.…
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The James Hutton Institute has announced that Dr Kelly Houston, Dr Isabelle Colas and Dr Sarah McKim are joint deputy directors of one of its innovation centres, the International Barley Hub (IBH). The IBH promotes scientific discovery and innovation to future-proof barley, the predominant crop grown in Scotland. Climate change and other environmental challenges, coupled…
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