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Fenton Packaging Solutions boosts team with senior appointments. Leeds-based Fenton Packaging Solutions has appointed Mark Woods as Business Development Manager and Alex Breeze as Internal Sales and Customer Service Manager. These strategic additions aim to enhance their sales strategy, focusing on innovation and sustainability in the packaging sector.
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Kopparberg launches two new high-ABV cider variants. The introduction of Strawberry & Lime and Mixed Fruit flavours aims to meet the rising consumer demand for robust fruit ciders. These additions to the Sweet Vintage line signal a strategic move to capture younger demographics in the mature high-ABV category.
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mimic secures $16 million to enhance robotic dexterity and AI. Zurich-based robotics company mimic has raised $16 million in a funding round led by Elaia, alongside Speedinvest, aimed at deploying advanced physical AI across industries. This capital boost will expedite the development of mimic’s AI models and robotic hands, targeting complex tasks beyond conventional automation.
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Alice Williams appointed VP Digital Energy UK and Ireland. She will spearhead growth in Schneider Electric’s UK and Ireland Digital Energy sector, focusing on energy savings and operational resilience. Williams, succeeding Kasim Mohammed, brings extensive leadership experience from her previous role as VP US Services, where she oversaw significant revenue and strategic growth.
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VASO by Eco invests in new manufacturing site in Dumfries. The facility will produce innovative recycled glass panels to address the UK housing crisis. The project is expected to create 70 jobs and enhance Scotland’s position in sustainable construction. Production will commence soon, contributing to housing solutions.
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Sumitomo (SHI) Demag marks 15 years of electric innovation. The company celebrates its all-electric IntElect machine’s efficiency and precision at Plastics Live Ireland. Originally launched in 2010, the IntElect series has become a staple for energy-efficient injection moulding, particularly in the medical and electrical markets.
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Global kidney disease now ranks among the top health threats. A comprehensive study reveals that 14% of adults worldwide suffer from chronic kidney disease. This condition has surged to become a leading cause of death, highlighting the urgent need for policy action and improved healthcare access.
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Guhring unveils advanced RF 100 AL milling solutions. The RF 100 AL and RF 100 AL Micro series cater to the growing demand for efficient aluminium machining in e-mobility, aviation, and transport industries. These high-performance tools promise substantial improvements in cycle times, surface finishes, and process reliability.
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Tufts University launches a pioneering women’s health initiative. This initiative, fueled by a $4 million donation, unites expertise in medicine and nutrition to advance women’s health research and care. It aims to reshape menopause management, integrating academic and clinical resources to address gaps in women’s healthcare.
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Siemens and Capgemini expand partnership for AI-driven solutions. The collaboration targets key industrial sectors, aiming to enhance efficiency and sustainability. By leveraging Siemens’ technology and Capgemini’s expertise, the initiative seeks to address longstanding challenges and set new operational benchmarks across industries.
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