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Pulsar Fusion secures ESA contract for propulsion technology development. The UK aerospace company will advance its Hall-Effect Thruster technology under an 18-month contract. This move enhances the UK’s role in Europe’s space propulsion domain and positions Pulsar for future collaborations with both European and US space agencies.
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A major Asian automaker collaborates with Advanced Electric Machines. This partnership endorses alternative motor winding materials as carmakers aim to mitigate copper supply chain risks. With copper refining concentrated in one region, manufacturers are pursuing diverse technologies to ensure supply chain resilience.
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Seven apprentices have joined MM Packaging Deeside. The company’s latest intake spans manufacturing, purchasing, design, and origination, backed by a three-year BPIF-supported programme that combines NVQ training with safety qualifications. MM Packaging says the apprentices are already contributing to operations as demand for fibre-based packaging grows.
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New platforms will expand Dutch defence training capacity nationwide significantly. Holland Shipyards Group has secured its first contract with the Dutch Ministry of Defence to deliver two floating training platforms, Uhlenbeck and Thetis, alongside a 15-year maintenance package to support long-term maritime training in Den Helder.
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Registration is open for MACH 2026 at the NEC now. The UK manufacturing technology showcase will return to Birmingham in April, with organisers targeting more than 30,000 visitors across five exhibition halls.
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Government invests £10 million in innovative EV charging solutions. This funding aims to overcome grid constraints, enabling more electric vehicle charge points on major roads, including rural areas. Private operators are encouraged to apply to develop renewable energy technologies, expanding existing energy supplies.
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EU waste gas regulations mandate continuous monitoring by 2026. Industrial operators must install measurement systems to comply with new EU environmental laws. Non-compliance could lead to significant penalties, including operational shutdowns and fines reaching up to 3% of annual turnover. Companies should act promptly to mitigate these risks.
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UK Government expands sugar tax to include more beverages. I.T.S. advises manufacturers to adopt natural flavour solutions, enabling clean-label, lower-sugar drinks without compromising taste. This strategic shift aims to address the impending sugar tax, set for January 2028, by reducing added sugar while maintaining consumer appeal.
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Kinase inhibitors may accelerate protein degradation in cells. A new study reveals kinase inhibitors not only block enzymatic activity but also promote protein degradation. This discovery, involving research centres across Europe, the US, and China, may enhance drug design and explain unexpected therapeutic effects.
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Decathlon shifts to recycled PP stick formats using Amcor technology. The 25 ml applicator uses 87% rPP from CleanStream, cutting CO₂ by 17% and delivering a mono-material, recycle-ready solution for contact-sensitive skincare. Decathlon will deploy the pack across its anti-chafing and SPF50+ sports ranges.
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