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Accelerating residential heat decarbonisation could yield £22.55bn by 2035. The Heat Pump Association UK highlights significant economic benefits from electrifying home heating, projecting considerable growth in manufacturing, jobs, and energy security, alongside environmental improvements and reduced reliance on imported gas.
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Nichols unveils new Vimto bottle designs to boost sales. The international soft drinks company aims to modernise Vimto’s appearance and enhance brand distinction in a competitive market. With Vimto valued at £129 million, Nichols is focusing on growth in the on-the-go soft drinks sector. New packaging is expected to increase consumer engagement.
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Amcor has developed a lighter, inclusive tethered cap for Wattwiller. The bespoke HDPE closure, created with Spadel, reduces material use, supports recyclability with PET bottles, and improves grip and opening for consumers with limited dexterity.
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Coca-Cola Europacific Partners unveils sleek cans for premium appeal. The new 330ml sleek cans for Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola RTD aim to capture the growing demand for premium beverages. With a significant shift in consumer preferences, the brand is poised to enhance its market position and drive sales through innovative packaging.
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Matlantis unveils new crystal structure prediction technology. Matlantis CSP accelerates the discovery of stable crystal structures, aiding decarbonisation and next-generation energy efforts. By introducing computational screening, it streamlines materials research, reducing reliance on laborious synthesis experiments. Honda R&D adopts this technology to enhance exploration efficiency in complex material systems.
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Intertronics launches adhesive for aerospace and defence electronics. The Dymax 9773 adhesive offers low outgassing and dielectric stability, crucial for high-reliability environments. It meets stringent NASA and military standards, ensuring performance under extreme conditions. This product supports faster, scalable production, addressing industry demands for efficiency and reliability.
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Alfa Laval launches ThinkCircularity to promote sustainable recycling. The initiative focuses on recycling materials from ThinkTop valve control units, ensuring plastics and other components are reused responsibly. The programme, initially rolled out in Europe, has already seen success with returned products, marking a step towards Alfa Laval’s broader circularity strategy.
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AI tool predicts heart attack risks in cancer patients. An international team led by the University of Leicester has developed ONCO-ACS, a predictive model combining cancer-related factors with clinical data. This tool aims to inform treatment choices, enhancing care for cancer patients at risk of secondary heart attacks.
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Microsoft unveils its Maia 200 AI inference accelerator. Microsoft’s Maia 200 is designed for low-precision inference workloads, featuring 216GB HBM3e memory with a 7 TB/s bandwidth. The accelerator is part of Azure’s US Central deployment, with an SDK preview integrating PyTorch and a Triton compiler.
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Chicopee and Sontara will exhibit sustainable wiping innovations in Manchester. Appearing together for the first time since joining Magnera, the brands will showcase recycled, low-carbon, and high-performance wipes for professional, industrial, and specialist cleaning applications.
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