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  • Intel and Fortinet develop SP6 security processor

    Intel and Fortinet will jointly develop new cybersecurity silicon platforms. The SP6 programme combines purpose-built security architecture with chip design, fabrication, packaging, and supply support for future high-performance network protection systems.


  • PRIMA retinal implant gains European market access

    Science Corporation has secured European approval for its PRIMA implant. Commercial deployment now begins across 30 countries as the company establishes reimbursement, trains clinical teams, and prepares manufacturing capacity for the photovoltaic retinal system.


  • Dassault extends Falcon 10X certification programme

    Dassault has extended Falcon 10X certification after tougher regulatory demands. Flight testing began in June, although the clean-sheet aircraft now faces a longer approval programme covering structures, propulsion, systems, software, and operational evidence.


  • Saipem completes Neptun Deep platform installation

    Saipem has completed Neptun Deep’s principal offshore platform installation campaign. The project combines a remotely operated production platform, deepwater subsea equipment, and a 160km export pipeline serving Romania’s largest offshore gas development.


  • BASF challenges revised EU carbon market rules

    BASF says revised carbon rules still threaten European industrial investment. Proposed changes would slow allowance reductions and extend protections, although manufacturers remain concerned about carbon prices, energy costs, infrastructure gaps, and access to competitive low-carbon power.


  • Voxshell funding targets engineering simulation bottleneck

    Voxshell has raised £800,000 to accelerate automated simulation meshing development. Its ChopMesh platform processes complex and implicit geometry while reducing the extensive preparation normally required before computational analysis can begin.


  • UK drug delivery centre opens industry access

    Britain’s intracellular drug delivery centre has opened broader industry access. The national partnership combines formulation, biological assessment, analytics, and regulatory evidence to address a persistent obstacle in RNA medicines and other advanced therapeutic programmes.


  • Johnson Matthey completes Cormetech catalyst acquisition

    Johnson Matthey has completed its acquisition of catalyst specialist Cormetech. The $360m transaction expands its stationary emissions portfolio as gas generation, data centre construction, and industrial regulation increase demand for selective catalytic reduction systems.


  • Bentley formally opens automated Crewe paint shop

    Bentley has formally opened its automated Crewe vehicle paint facility. The 12,500m² operation combines AGV transport, water-based processing, heat recovery, and flexible routing for current models and the manufacturer’s forthcoming vehicle programmes.


  • UK manufacturing orders fall as costs accelerate

    UK manufacturers face worsening orders, faster costs, and weaker investment. The latest CBI survey records broad production declines as uncertainty over demand, energy prices, and internal finance restricts spending on machinery, buildings, training, and product development.