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Listen to this article SPL Powerlines UK (SPL) has just completed a major milestone on the East Kilbride Enhancement project as it prepares to enter into service the latest electrified route in Scotland. Regional Director Lee Pounder took some time out to chat with Rail Engineer about the significant achievements following the completion of the…
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Nicki Garland, head of UK&I, innocent drinks. Posted: 24 June 2025 Share this page innocent drinks, Europe’s leading healthy drinks company, announces Nicki Garland will take on the role of Head of UK & Ireland this summer. Nicki takes on the reigns from John Taylor who is set to move on to a new role…
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Listen to this article Over the past 20 years the railway has adopted many new technologies on modern passenger trains and infrastructure equipment which have provided significant benefits. However, rail freight has seen little new technology. Most freight trains are hauled by a diesel locomotive introduced in the 1990s. Freight wagons, with no electrical supply,…
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Glass bottles have higher levels of microplastic particles than those in plastic bottles, cans, or cartons. This was the unexpected conclusion of a study carried out by the ANSES Laboratory for Food Safety‘s Boulogne-sur-Mer unit. The paint used on bottle caps may be the source of these plastic particles, according to the scientists’ idea. Compared…
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The bundle was announced at the 2025 Octopus Energy Tech Summit. Image courtesy Octopyus Energy. At the Octopus Energy Tech Summit in London, the company revealed an alliance with Chinese EV mega-manufacturer BYD to scale up V2G technology and bring down costs. In what Octopus Energy chief executive Greg Jackson called “a world first”, the…
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Process and sterile filters from Hengst Filtration: liquids, compressed air and gases, steam. Posted: 24 June 2025 Share this page To support the production of food and beverages, such as beer, water or dairy products, Hengst Filtration says its sterile filters for liquids, compressed air, gas, and steam contribute to hygienic production conditions, stable processes,…
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A sweet biscuit manufacturer is unveiling Simply Savoury by Hill Biscuits, working in partnership with Cerealto UK, launching its first-ever savoury product in the company’s 170-year history. Manchester-based Hill Biscuits introduces a classic cream cracker to the market in direct response to growing consumer demand for quality, value-for-money savoury options and an evolving snacking market. “Following our…
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Growing energy and labour costs and a shortage of skilled labour make automation necessary for the UK’s metal manufacturers. Plenty of opportunities and support are available today, according to industry experts. The UK expects 50% of its welders to retire by 2027, creating over 35,000 job vacancies that the industry cannot fill quickly enough. Meanwhile,…
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Image courtesy Women’s Engineering Society The UK’s Women’s Engineering Society (WES) has announced the winners of the 2025 Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) awards, which celebrate women who are trailblazers in the world of engineering. The nominations were made both by individuals and professional institutes, and were judged by a panel of independent industry…
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Essemtec is pleased to announce that Jacky Zhou has joined the company as Country Sales Manager for China, effective immediately. With more than two decades of experience in technical applications, sales development, and operational management, Jacky brings a wealth of expertise to further strengthen Essemtec’s presence in this strategically important market. Jacky’s impressive background includes…
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