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Lloyd’s Register (LR) and Shandong Marine Group (SDMG) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that will enable the two organizations to collaborate on energy transition opportunities. Shandong’s economy is the third largest in China. The partners say that the province, situated on the country’s eastern coast, has modernized its marine sector in the past…
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At around 34 grams, a length of 220 millimetres and a wingspan of 240 millimetres, the BionicBee is the smallest flying object created by the Bionic Learning Network to date. For the first time, the developers used the method of generative design: after entering just a few parameters, a software application uses defined design principles…
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Image: Northern Powergrid Britain’s smart meter rollout is lagging those of its European counterparts, new analysis from LCP Delta has indicated. The analysis indicates that while progress has been made in the installation of electricity smart meters in domestic properties in GB, compared to some other European countries, there is still a long way to…
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“Nobody could offer us a route to market so we created our own distribution channel,” Craig Allen tells Food & Drink Technology. “We provide healthy eating to 1,000s of people in spaces you typically wouldn’t find a healthy option including NHS Hospitals, Royal Marine barracks, coffee shops and garage forecourts. We’ve built a network of…
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(Neodymium is a critical mineral for the energy transition. Image: 123RF) Falling prices, increased demand and concentration of supply characterise the critical minerals panorama as energy transitions advance, the IEA has reported. In an updated ‘outlook’ on critical minerals that are key for the energy transition, including lithium, copper, cobalt and graphite among others that…
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Sappi Europe has taken a lead in functional paper development with an investment in a new barrier coating machine. René Köhler, director Paper & Packaging Solutions at Sappi Europe spelt out the importance of the technology when he said Sappi’s commitment to innovation and sustainability is embodied by its continuous investment in technology and product…
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Squeaky Bean is launching a range, to add even more delicious choice to the plant-based category. The new products include a Hoisin Duck Style Pancakes Meal Kit and a dinky snacks range, including Southern Fried Straws, Duck and Hoisin Style Bites and BBQ Pork Style Rolls, which provide tasty alternatives to traditional meat-based snacks. Both…
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Image Credit: Zum Zūm, a transportation solutions provider, announced that Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) will be the first major school district in the US to transition to a 100% electrified school bus system with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. Zum is providing a fleet of 74 electric school buses and bidirectional chargers in Oakland, managed through its…
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At an exclusive preview event this week, Zotefoams provided an extensive overview of its collaborative effort with Refresco. This joint project focuses on the development and in-market testing of ReZorce, Zotefoams’ mono-material barrier packaging substrate, specifically tailored for beverage carton applications. Refresco, the world’s largest independent beverage solutions provider for leading retailers and A-brands with…
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Almond ingredients can be a go-to partner for snack innovations to take plant-based to the next level and offer the best of both indulgence and health, according to a new report from Innova Market Insights. Almonds are an ideal key ingredient that can help broaden dietary options in snack products through their wide variety of…
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