Jon Hughes
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CEA-Leti and STMicroelectronics have unveiled a real-time Sweat Patch. The wearable prototype uses electrochemical sensors, microfluidics, and compact wireless electronics to continuously track pH, sodium, and potassium from sweat, targeting applications from fitness to heat-stress monitoring in industrial environments.
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ABB has agreed to buy Netcontrol to expand grid automation. The Helsinki-based supplier’s software and services are expected to sit inside ABB’s Distribution Solutions portfolio once the deal closes in Q1 2026, giving ABB more tools for utility control rooms wrestling with renewables, load growth, and resilience pressures.
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Amcor has joined a Danish consortium targeting circular food packaging. The CRISP project aims to deliver full-scale recycling of PE and PP food packaging from household waste, aligning with EU recyclability targets and Denmark’s EPR framework while advancing traceable, food-grade recycled materials.
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Corplex has achieved carbon neutral certification across its global operations. Covering the 2024 calendar year, the independently verified accreditation spans Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions, underlining the manufacturer’s structured approach to measurement, reduction, and high-quality offsetting across its international footprint.
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Deciding between drive-in racking and carton flow systems ultimately relies on understanding product flow, inventory rotation and the performance targets leadership sets for the facility. Explore the differences between these two systems.
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UK industries are hardwiring digital technology into sustainability strategies nationwide. From AI-driven efficiency gains to renewable integration and advanced water treatment, companies are using data-led systems to cut emissions, manage resources, and align regulatory compliance with commercial performance.
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BCMPA reports continued growth and sets out plans through 2026. New members, expanded associate partnerships, and a full programme of exhibitions and events are positioning the Association to support contract manufacturing, packing, and fulfilment businesses amid rising cost pressures and regulatory change.
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MM Packaging has appointed Jonathan Craddock to drive GreenPeel growth. The move underlines a strategic UK push to help food manufacturers cut plastic use while maintaining shelf-life, line efficiency, and compliance with tightening packaging regulation.
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Amcor has launched Grace actuator for its all-plastic Wave pump. Designed to balance premium aesthetics with functional performance, the new head enhances dosing control while supporting recyclability, recycled content use, and compatibility with circular economy packaging requirements across personal care applications.
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Xaar unveiled its latest whitepaper on digital braille printing. The company presented its findings at Labelexpo Asia and Packaging Europe’s DPP Conference, demonstrating how its Versatex Printbar enables high-build tactile varnish and compliant braille. The system delivers precision, accessibility, and flexibility for premium labelling and packaging production.
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