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  • Hitachi Energy to supply digital solutions for Rio Madeira HVDC link

    Image courtesy Hitachi Energy Under an extended service contract, Hitachi Energy will supply Brazilian utility Electrobras with a suite of digital solutions, including real-time monitoring and cybersecurity, for the 2,375km Rio Madeira HVDC system. The HVDC link, says Hitachi energy in a release, is one of the longest in the world and for over a…


  • NFDT announces new qualification to train England’s future bakery leaders

    The training division of Scottish Bakers, National Food & Drink Training (NFDT), has introduced a Level 3 Diploma in Lead Baker, an industry-led credential created to support the recently implemented Lead Baker Apprenticeship Standard (ST1349) in England. Created in close collaboration with the baking sector and awarding body “the” Food & Drink Awarding Organisation (FDQ),…


  • English Spirit shares a new way to spritz

    This summer, English Spirit, a small batch distiller in the  UK, is inviting consumers to discover two zesty new stars of the season: Orangino and Limongino. Crafted by master distiller Dr John Walters in the heart of the Cornish countryside, these vibrant gin liqueurs are bold, refreshing and designed for summer sipping – whether you’re…


  • Central US system operator flags future reliability concerns

    MISO territory map. Photo source: FERC. Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), which spans the central US, should have adequate generating capacity next summer but faces “significant uncertainty” in overall resource adequacy projections, according to a survey by the grid operator and the Organization of MISO States (OMS), a group of state regulators. The OMS-MISO Survey…


  • Functional beverages rise in popularity as Gen Z plump for healthier options

    Health-conscious Gen Z customers are driving a new generation of consumers to adopt functional drinks, according to new grocery data. Ocado Retail’s latest data shows a 54 per cent year-on-year increase in health drinks sales*, spanning everything from kombucha to prebiotic sodas. Two in five (40 per cent) of the general population now buy functional…


  • Almost 80% of European consumers not active in energy transition finds survey

    Image courtesy 123rf Despite increasing adoption of clean energy solutions by households across Europe, an awareness gap and affordability concerns continue to hinder their active participation in the energy transition, finds a survey by Eurelectric and Accenture. According to the consumer survey, Power2People, most participants (78%) do not actively take part in the energy transition.…


  • KM Packaging releases a lidding film compatible with all PET trays

    KM Packaging’s K-Peel 4G, new mono PET lidding film boasts a low seal initiation point and is capable of sealing through contamination. Clean peels are achievable from as little as 110°C and 0.3 seconds dwell time. This low seal initiation point also means it’s compatible with all PET trays and provides a clean, strong, peels…


  • Nothum Food Processing Systems reports a change in leadership

    Nothum Food Processing Systems, a Fortifi firm, is embarking on a new phase of leadership after more than 50 years of spearheading innovation in food processing. Robert Nothum, a long-time president and CEO, will be replaced by Philip Hurwitz, a former director of sales. Hurwitz will answer to Josh Stiever, president of Fortifi Group, protein…


  • RTE International signs MoU on Southeast Asian smart networks

    RTE international signed the strategic MoU on the occasion of the state visit of the President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron to Singapore. Image courtesy RTE International. RTE International has signed a Franco-Singaporean partnership agreement to address the challenges of the energy transition in Southeast Asia, including the development of smart, resilient and low-carbon…


  • France completes its largest-ever shore power project

    A consortium comprising marine solutions provider ABB, construction company Eiffage Construction and electrical installation company Fauché has reportedly completed the commissioning of France’s largest-ever shore power solution for ships. Enabling technologies Operational since February 13, 2025, the installation at the Port of Toulon is now in its final acceptance period. The facility offers connections at…