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  • UPM unveils global showcase of premium labels

    UPM unveils premium label materials for wine and spirits. The collection features advanced converting properties, enhancing brand and consumer experiences. Available globally, these materials cater to the growing demand for premiumization in the wine and spirits industry, which is projected to reach $1.686 trillion by 2034.


  • New programme enhances student access to STEM

    Pioneering project to enhance secondary students’ STEM engagement announced. A five-year collaboration between EngineeringUK and City & Guilds Foundation aims to dismantle barriers to consistent STEM involvement. This effort targets underrepresented demographics, promising to elevate educational performance and career prospects in the engineering sector.


  • Rockwell Automation introduces FactoryTalk Design Workbench

    Rockwell Automation unveils new software for Micro800 controllers. The FactoryTalk Design Workbench software simplifies the development of automation solutions for compact systems. It offers improved efficiency, modern design environment, and supports multiple devices simultaneously, facilitating streamlined system management and deployment.


  • COVID-19 in pregnancy linked to autism risk

    COVID-19 in pregnancy affects fetal brain development significantly. Research from Mass General Brigham shows increased risks of speech, motor, and autism-related disorders in children born to mothers infected during pregnancy, highlighting the need for preventive measures and awareness among healthcare professionals.


  • Salute launches DTC liquid cooling service for AI

    Salute introduces a pioneering service for DTC liquid operations. Several leading data centre operators, including Applied Digital and Compass Data Centres, have chosen Salute as their partner. This positions Salute as a key player in supporting AI/HPC environments, offering solutions to mitigate the risks associated with high-density liquid cooling.


  • Squeaky Bean introduces salmon-style flakes in UK

    Squeaky Bean launches innovative Salmon Style Flakes this October. With 41% of the UK population reducing meat consumption, Squeaky Bean introduces a new plant-based option in Sweet Chilli Marinade. The product promises the taste and texture of traditional salmon, appealing to flexitarians, vegans, and vegetarians.


  • Aligning circadian rhythms may protect heart health

    Irregular sleep patterns increase risks of metabolic diseases. The American Heart Association identifies disrupted circadian rhythms as a contributor to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease, while suggesting regular daily schedules as a potential method to enhance cardiometabolic health. However, more research is required to establish definitive causal relationships.


  • Moxa unveils 2025 portfolio for secure OT networks

    Moxa Europe GmbH to unveil future-proof solutions at SPS 2025. The company will demonstrate its advanced industrial networking and cybersecurity portfolio, including next-gen firewalls and intrusion prevention systems, ensuring compliance with IEC 62443 standards. The event will highlight Moxa’s commitment to secure, reliable OT networks.


  • DigiKey expands inventory with 31,000 new parts

    DigiKey significantly expands its inventory with 31,000 new products. The distributor has added over 585,000 new items and 87 suppliers, enhancing its 17 million strong catalogue. This expansion underscores DigiKey’s commitment to immediate delivery of prototype quantities, meeting the rising demand for innovative electronic components.


  • Partnership addresses electrical skills shortage in Kent

    Kent faces a critical shortage of electrotechnical skills. The newly formed Kent & Medway Electrotechnical Training and Careers Alliance (ETCA) aims to address this by boosting skills development. This initiative, led by the ECA, includes key stakeholders to ensure the region meets growing electrification demands.