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  • Pickering unveils MEMS-based MultiGBASE-T1 FIUs

    Pickering Interfaces unveils advanced PXI FIU switch modules. The new MEMS-based models, 40-205 and 42-205, enhance high-speed communication protocol testing. Designed primarily for automotive applications, they support MultiGBASE-T1 Ethernet up to 10 Gbps, providing increased throughput and operational longevity.


  • Vent-Axia presents new ventilation solutions at elementalLONDON

    Vent-Axia exhibits at elementalLONDON with advanced ventilation solutions. The event at ExCeL London on 19-20 November 2025 showcases Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon Sentinel Econiq range, aimed at housebuilders and social housing providers. This range addresses ventilation needs and overheating challenges in new builds, supporting Net-Zero housing targets.


  • ECA cautiously supports UK government’s clean energy plan

    UK Government’s Clean Energy Jobs Plan aims to create 400,000 jobs. The Electrical Contractors Association supports the proposal but stresses the need for strategic collaboration with the engineering services sector to effectively train and employ the necessary workforce.


  • Ishida’s Sentinel 5.0 wins PPMA innovation award for intelligent food line monitoring

    Ishida’s Sentinel 5.0 has won the 2025 PPMA Total Show’s Innovative Processing System Award. The AI-powered platform offers end-to-end visibility of food production lines, combining machine learning with advanced performance analytics.


  • Molex to acquire Smiths Interconnect in UK

    Molex announces acquisition of Smiths Interconnect for £1.3bn. The deal, expected to close in early 2026 pending regulatory approval, marks a strategic shift for Smiths Group. Molex aims to leverage Smiths Interconnect’s technologies to enhance its aerospace and defence offerings globally.


  • School adopts innovative energy solutions in rebuild

    Penwortham Girls’ School integrates sustainable energy in redevelopment. Architectural consultant Pick Everard designs to achieve net zero carbon operation through renewable energy, natural light optimisation, and enhanced building fabric. The project, part of the Department for Education’s School Rebuilding Programme, includes advanced educational facilities and sustainability-focused construction.


  • AkzoNobel launches IONOMY ecosystem to accelerate energy curing in coil coating

    AkzoNobel has launched the industry’s first not-for-profit partnership. The IONOMY ecosystem will help coil coaters navigate the complex transition to renewable energy curing, uniting technology leaders to make low-energy curing commercially viable and operationally achievable.


  • Greenbox advances planning at A1(M) logistics hub

    Greenbox JV secures planning consent for new logistics unit. The approval from North Yorkshire Council for the GB181 unit at Greenbox Thirsk highlights Greenbox’s success in delivering sustainable logistics spaces. The site’s strategic location and commitment to ESG principles position it as a key player in the UK logistics sector.


  • Integrated snack lines take focus for TNA in Dubai

    TNA Solutions will demonstrate integrated production lines at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025. The company aims to show how a fully synchronised approach to seasoning, distribution, and packaging can reduce costs, downtime, and environmental footprint while accelerating product development.


  • Wilson Energy installs HIUs and meters at Nova House

    WilSon Energy completes full refurbishment of Nova House systems. The project addressed failing heat networks and faulty metering, impacting energy efficiency and billing accuracy. Nova House, managed by Slough Borough Council, now benefits from advanced systems ensuring reliable energy management and compliance with industry standards.