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Richard Swinburne leads Wilo Ireland into a new era. With over 20 years in utilities and industrial sectors, Swinburne aims to expand Wilo Ireland by leveraging sustainability practices. His appointment comes as Ireland faces energy challenges, focusing on efficiency and upgrading water management systems.
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VORS targets multi-billion-pound opportunity in high-stakes sectors. Midlands-based specialists PP Control & Automation, ByteSnap Design, and Kasdon have launched VORS to accelerate time-to-market and ensure compliance in defence, medical, and life sciences industries. The collaboration promises streamlined project management and robust supply chain resilience.
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HIKMICRO’s new thermal camera meets electrical power industry needs. The SP100H offers 865,000-pixel resolution, enhancing fault detection in utilities and power plants. Integrated software ensures efficient data processing, facilitating compliance and inspections. This innovation promises significant cost savings and improved safety.
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Tom Cork joins Mitsubishi Electric as Indirect Sales Manager. His appointment is part of a strategic shift towards solutions, enhancing the company’s channel performance. Led by Divisional Director Mike Cairns, the UK management team aims to transform the business into a growth engine.
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Unilever to divest Graze to streamline global portfolio strategy. The sale of Graze to Katjes International and Candy Kittens Group, expected by mid-2026, aligns with Unilever’s focus on core global categories. This move underscores a strategic shift, prioritising condiments, cooking aids, and Unilever Food Solutions.
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Sunshine Punch Orange Cream Liqueur arrives in the UK. The launch targets the growing ready-to-serve drinks market with its unique rum, cream, and citrus blend. Aimed at 25 to 40-year-olds, the product promises to invigorate social gatherings with its modern flavour profile and distinctive packaging.
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Emmi Group acquires UK’s English Cheesecake Company to expand. The Emmi Group, a major player in the global dairy industry, has acquired The English Cheesecake Company, a renowned UK brand known for its premium cheesecakes. This acquisition aims to enhance Emmi’s dessert offerings and solidify its position as a leader in the category.
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atNorth and Vestforbrænding partner to utilise excess heat. This collaboration allows atNorth’s DEN01 data centre to supply warm water, a byproduct of Direct Liquid Cooling technology, to Vestforbrænding’s district heating network, benefiting over 8,000 homes by 2028. The initiative supports Denmark’s decarbonisation goals and aligns with circular economy principles.
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Pulsar Fusion secures ESA contract for propulsion technology development. The UK aerospace company will advance its Hall-Effect Thruster technology under an 18-month contract. This move enhances the UK’s role in Europe’s space propulsion domain and positions Pulsar for future collaborations with both European and US space agencies.
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A major Asian automaker collaborates with Advanced Electric Machines. This partnership endorses alternative motor winding materials as carmakers aim to mitigate copper supply chain risks. With copper refining concentrated in one region, manufacturers are pursuing diverse technologies to ensure supply chain resilience.
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