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  • EU energy ministers call for action on grids

    Image credit: [lumppini]@123RF.com EU energy ministers have called on the European Commission to implement without delay relevant actions of the grids action plan. In the conclusions of the EU Energy Council meeting of May 30, the ministers approved a series of measures for an “interconnected, integrated and synchronised European electricity network” with the aim to…


  • Gridspertise Group showcases tech advances for low voltage networks

    In an exclusive interview, Santiago Cascante, Chief Strategy Officer at Gridspertise and Carlo Lazar, Market and Sales Director at Aidon, describe the latest developments for low voltage networks and the synergies deriving from the recent acquisition. In 2023, Gridspertise unveiled a new suite of hardware and software solutions at Enlit Europe, for LV grid monitoring…


  • Shot in the arm for UK manufacturing with launch of Wolverhampton-based Smart Factory Innovation Centre

    Atlas Copco Tools and Industrial Assembly Solutions opens brand newSmart Factory Innovation Centre, located in Wolverhampton. ‘UK first’ facility supports company’s mission to create sustainable smart manufacturing ecosystem and deliver real-time production efficiencies for customers. Centre officially opened by Leader of City of Wolverhampton Council,Stephen Simkins and Leader of South Staffordshire Council, Roger Lees. Atlas…


  • Secretary of State for Wales, David TC Davies visits Nidec Drives

    The Secretary of State for Wales and Conservative candidate for Monmouthshire, David TC Davies, and Craig Williams, Conservative candidate for Montgomeryshire, have today (30th May 2024) visited the Nidec Drives UK Manufacturing Site, based in Newtown, Powys, to discuss how the ‘Made in Wales’ strategy can be extended to highly sophisticated technology products, such as…


  • ACEN Australia awards contracts for 200MW battery project

    Image courtesy 123rf Renewable asset developer ACEN Australia has awarded Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contracts for its New England 200MW/400MWh battery storage project. Announced in the beginning of May, the battery energy storage system (BESS) will have its construction led by energy storage developer Energy Vault and will be…


  • Amcor Capsules embarks on a groundbreaking venture alongside Moët & Chandon

    Amcor Capsules is preparing to launch Essentielle, a plastic-free foil made of aluminium and paper, in October 2024. With more than 280 years of history, Moët & Chandon, owned by LVMH, manages the largest vineyard in Champagne, with nearly 1,300 hectares of vines. The brand intends to continue its movement towards more sustainable packaging and…


  • Lloyd’s Register and REGENT partner to certify all-electric seaglider

    Lloyd’s Register (LR) is to provide certification and advisory services for 12-passenger Viceroy seagliders from all-electric seaglider manufacturer Regional Electric Ground Effect Nautical Transport (REGENT). Pioneering maritime mobility  Seagliders are maritime vessels that operate a few meters above the water’s surface, combining the higher speeds of a light aircraft with the low operating costs of…


  • Bühler’s latest roller mill set to hit the market

    Bühler’s commitment to innovation is bearing new fruit with the launch of the new roller mill Arrakis, the successor of the Airtronic, considered an icon in the history of milling for its durability and straightforwardness in operation. The Arrakis promises increased efficiency, reliability, and simplicity of operation. At the heart of Arrakis is the grinding…


  • Accenture and Kraken Tech support EDF UK with customer engagement

    Image courtesy Kraken Technologies Accenture and Kraken Technologies are helping the retail arm of EDF UK accelerate the migration of customers to its new platform, enabling them to effectively manage their energy use and cost. According to the companies in a joint press release, their partnership will accelerate the global adoption of smart energy products,…


  • CSM Group collaborates with HackSummit to support sustainable advancements

    CSM Group will participate as supporting partner to the HackSummit, Europe’s largest gathering of climate and food builders, investors, and limited partners, which will take place in Lausanne, Switzerland, on June 13th and 14th. The summit’s aim to “redefine our future” works with CSM Group’s incubator of ingredient start-ups and food concepts, Generate. Recently launched,…