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  • Strategies for powering the future of utilities

    How can the utility sector leverage technology, automation, AI and more to become the utility of future? IFS, world’s leading provider of industrial AI and enterprise software, recently surveyed over 800 utility executives, where AI and emerging technologies were discovered to be the primary drivers for future tech investments. These technologies are essential for achieving…


  • Pladis is looking for the next generation of food tech, health, and sustainability start-ups

    The London-headquartered company behind McVitie’s, GODIVA, and Ülker today announces the launch of its new Accelerator Programme to nurture early-stage companies within the UK and internationally. The Programme will support start-ups in food tech, health and sustainability in response to key consumer trends including the ageing global population and the demand for sustainable food sourcing.…


  • Vacuum pioneer Leybold marks company anniversary with 175 years of operation

    Innovative companies often have an interesting history. One tradition-conscious market leader is the German vacuum specialist Leybold. Founded by Ernst Leybold in Cologne in 1850, the company has achieved numerous pioneering milestones and product developments. Now, in 2025, the renowned manufacturer is celebrating its 175th anniversary. Important role in many areasLeybold’s core competencies include developing…


  • Fish4Ever adds designated origin Cornish sardines to new look sustainably sourced range

    Fish4Ever, a small yet influential tin-to-table voice within sustainable, responsible fishing is proud after many years of polite jockeying to finally add Cornish Sardines to its new look range for 2025. Probably best known for its award-winning, 100% pole & line tuna, which was once described by Greenpeace as ‘the best tuna in the world…


  • EIB loans €500m to Stedin amidst struggle with Dutch grid connections

    Image courtesy 123rf Dutch distribution grid operator Stedin has signed a €500 million ($543.7 million) loan agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to invest in security of supply. The Bank’s loan will support interventions in Stedin’s electricity distribution network over the 2025-2026 period, focusing both on renewing existing assets as well as implementing planned…


  • National Grid awards £46bn HVDC supply chain framework contracts

    HVDC framework signing 2025 (1) British utility giant National Grid has awarded two contracts as part of a High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) supply chain framework valuing approximately £45.9 billion ($59.4 billion) to deliver the required works and equipment needed for key energy projects across the UK. The announcement from National Grid sees six HVDC…


  • EIB invests €430m in Madrid’s water infrastructure modernisation

    Image courtesy Canal de Isabel II The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted Canal de Isabel II in Madrid, Spain, a €430 million ($467.8 million) loan for investment in projects aiming to modernise and expand water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure. Canal de Isabel II, the Community of Madrid’s public sector entity responsible for managing…


  • Electric & Hybrid Marine Awards 2025 – Nominations open

    Nominations for the Electric & Hybrid Marine Awards 2025 are now open, and the winners will be revealed at Electric & Hybrid Marine Expo Europe. You can read all about the 2024 winners here. The awards, which had its categories updated in 2023, recognize and reward the latest achievements and developments across the marine sustainability…


  • Puratos and Future Food Technology crown winner of Gut Health Innovation Challenge

    Puratos has named Postbiotics Incorporated as the winner of its exclusive Gut Heath Innovation Challenge. The competition is an opportunity for start-ups and scale-ups to showcase their ground-breaking food solutions that modulate the gut microbiome and highlight their impact on physical and mental well-being. Postbiotics Inc. won the prestigious award after pitching its novel postbiotic, Pozibio,…


  • Label-free bottles becoming the new eco-design solution

    Carvalhelhos banner moulds. Posted: 14 March 2025 Share this page Label-free bottles are an increasingly popular trend among food and beverage manufacturers. For example, in Portugal, Carvalhelhos, a company that has always prioritized sustainability and environmental responsibility, produces new PET and rPET containers without plastic labels, thanks to the EBS 8 KL ERGON stretch-blow moulder…