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  • ESP products help prevent doorstep thefts

    The number of parcels being stolen from people’s front doors, porches and gardens has been rising across the UK, recent reports have found. Using a freedom of information request to UK police forces, The Sunday Times reports data showed that around 2,700 parcel thefts were reported in 2019, but this figure rose to almost 10,500…


  • EU and India cooperate on semiconductor supply chains

    Image courtesy 123rf The European Commission and the Government of the Republic of India have signed a memorandum of understanding concerning semiconductor technology supply chains. The agreement, signed under the framework of the EU-India Trade and Technology Council (TTC), sets out a cooperation between India and the EU to build robust semiconductor supply chains and…


  • Building a future-oriented communication foundation for digital power distribution

    Image credit: Stock The power distribution network is the ‘last mile’ of power grids that connects to users, having a direct impact on the quality and reliability of power supply. With the construction of new power systems, medium and low voltage distribution networks are coming up against increased obstacles when it comes to supporting open…


  • Pukpip revolutionises frozen snacking with a tasty twist

    Following on from the successful launch of Real Frozen Bananas Dipped in Chocolate at the beginning of the year, Pukpip reveals the next frozen treat in development, Real Banana Bites. The new product comprises 16 slices, or ‘bites’, of frozen banana, dipped in milk chocolate, dark chocolate or peanut butter. The three new frozen variants…


  • European hydrogen backbone buildout well under way

    Image: EHB Europe’s gas transmission system operators (TSOs) are planning to make substantial investments and can point to tangible progress on projects for the European hydrogen backbone network. Some 40 concrete projects representing 31,500km of hydrogen pipelines with commissioning expected prior to 2030 are reported to be under way, according to a new implementation and…


  • KCC to equip next four vessels with Silverstream System air lubrication technology

    Klaveness Combination Carriers (KCC) will retrofit four additional vessels with the Silverstream System, an air lubrication technology that reduces fuel consumption and subsequent CO2 emissions. The technology will be installed first on CleanBUs Barracuda and Barramundi, with CABUs Balboa and Baffin to follow. They join the already outfitted MV Ballard and upcoming MV Baru, bringing…


  • United Caps poised to help reduce food waste following award win

    Ms. Zhao Xiaolei, head of ITPO Shanghai, United Nations handed over the award certificate to Astrid Hoffmann-Leist, United Caps’ chief innovation and communication Posted: 24 November 2023 Share this page United Caps has been awarded Gold at the inaugural Save Food Design Awards held at the Shanghai World of Packaging event (SWOP 23) for its…


  • Huisman to Upgrade Offshore Mast Crane on Heerema’s Aegir Vessel

    Nov 24, 2023 Credit: Huisman Dutch crane manufacturer Huisman has secured a contract to upgrade the offshore mast crane onboard Heerema Marine Contractors’ Aegir offshore installation vessel. “This significant project will enhance the second main hoist capacity from 2,000mt to an impressive 3,200mt at a height of 110 meters, making the upgrade highly suitable for…


  • EU Parliament makes important step towards a circular economy, says Smurfit Kappa

    Smurfit Kappa says it “fully supports” the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s (PPWR) as part of Europe’s Green Deal objectives. The sustainable packaging company sees the European Parliament’s vote on the PPWR legislation yesterday as a significant step towards a circular economy, following the EU Commission’s proposal last year. In 2020, the EU Council…


  • NEO Energy Taps Apollo for North Sea FPSO Modifications FEED

    Energy industry advisory and engineering consultancy Apollo has secured a contract thought to be in the region of £2 million from NEO Energy for a Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) study for the redevelopment project in the Greater Buchan Area. NEO Energy, an Aberdeen-based firm, plans to repurpose and redeploy an existing FPSO vessel, currently used…