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  • Ofgem approves NESO’s grid connections reform plan in UK

    Image courtesy 123rf Britain’s energy regulator Ofgem has given the greenlight to the National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) new plan to reform grid connections in a bid to free up space otherwise blocked by ‘zombie’ projects. Drafted by NESO in partnership with the energy industry, the reforms are expected to help unlock £40 billion ($52.9…


  • 2025 marks a significant milestone for BPX, as it celebrates its 60th anniversary. To celebrate, BPX has planned a series of activities and events throughout the year with the first event taking place at the end of April at Oulton Hall, close to Leeds. The Future of Automation event will bring together customers, leading manufacturers,…


  • VIDEO: IMO approves net-zero regulations for global shipping

    During its 83rd session (MEPC 83), the Marine Environment Protection Committee approved the International Maritime Organization’s IMO Net-zero Framework, which it states is the first in the world to combine mandatory emissions limits and GHG pricing across an entire industry sector. The measures also include a new fuel standard for ships and a global pricing mechanism for…


  • Q&A: Ray Chang from NEXCOM shares vision for smarter future

    Ray Chang, VP of Global Sales at NEXCOM spoke to IoT Insider following its showcase at embedded world, discussing its solutions for Edge computing and robotics, as well as how it is driving green manufacturing forward. NEXCOM’s involvement in Edge computing dates back to eight or nine years ago, when it began working closely with…


  • Krones supplies bottling equipment for Bayreuther Brauhaus greenfield project

    Matthias Pohl, Vertrieb Steinecker Central Europe, Dr. Marcus Michel, Ges-chäftsführer Steinecker GmbH, Jeff Maisel, Inhaber und Geschäftsführer der Brauerei Gebr. Maisel, Marc Göbel, Geschäftsführung Braubetrieb Maisel, Thomas Ricker, Vertriebsvorstand Krones AG, Frank Fors-ter, Vertrieb Ost- und Süddeutschland und Österreich Krones. Photo credit: Bayreuther Brauhaus Posted: 15 April 2025 Share this page Bayreuther Brauhaus, a state-of-the-art,…


  • Compleat Food Group partners with AgriSound to transform its biodiversity monitoring

    The Compleat Food Group (TCFG), the company behind household food brands such as Pork Farms, Wall’s Pastry and Squeaky Bean, is aiming to transform its green space management and improve biodiversity across its sites through a strategic partnership with bioacoustics trailblazers, AgriSound. Leading innovators in ecosystem management and pollinator monitoring technology, the initiative with AgriSound…


  • IFFA 2025: Poly-clip System presents flexible, powerful, future-proof clip machines

    From traditional craftmanship production to large scale industrial production – Poly-clip System will showcase its wide range of innovative packaging solutions for sealing, portioning, and packaging at IFFA 2025. The powerful clip machines and innovative packaging and automation solutions are suitable for a wide range of applications – including meat, poultry, cheese, plant-based products, pet…


  • Dawn Foods launches limited edition salted caramel frosting

    Dawn Foods salted caramel frosting & popcorn loaf. Posted: 15 April 2025 Share this page The latest product from Dawn Foods UK and Ireland is a limited edition frosting in Salted Caramel, the flavour that the company says, ‘just keeps on giving’. With its appealing sweet-salty combination, Salted Caramel has been one of the strongest…


  • China sets up 30 large-scale vehicle-to-grid pilot projects

    Urban traffic in Shanghai City, China. Courtesy 123rf The General Office of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) in China has announced the first batch of large-scale application pilot projects for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) interaction. The NDRC announced 30 projects to boost vehicle-to-grid interaction across nine cities in China, aiming to support the construction of…


  • National Grid taps Siemens Energy for Sea Link converter stations

    Image courtesy Sea Link. National Grid has selected Siemens Energy as the preferred bidder for the Sea Link project’s two HVDC converter stations. According to National Grid, the selection of Siemens Energy represents a significant milestone for Sea Link following an extensive competitive procurement process. The two companies can now begin the planning needed for…