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  • Silanna Semiconductor SL2002 Laser Driver ICs Enable Smaller, More-Efficient Rangefinders That Run Off 3 V Coin Cell Batteries

    Silanna Semiconductor, a global leader in analog innovation, has announced the release of the SL2002, the second breakthrough product in its FirePower™ family of laser driver ICs. The SL2002 has been optimized for low-voltage operation in small-form-factor systems, enabling powerful laser performance from a standard 3V battery supply. In doing so, the SL2002 sets a…


  • Manufacturing World Tokyo 2025 Conference Program is Now Live

    The much-anticipated Manufacturing World Tokyo Conference Programis now live for the three-day event at Makuhari Messe from July 9–11, 2025, offering expert insights, world-class innovations, and real-world case studies that delve into the future of manufacturing. 150+ Sessions, Infinite Insights   The 2025 program is bigger and bolder, featuring over 150 lectures that cover every…


  • Have your say and WIN a Raspberry Pi!

    For a new report, Microelectronics UK is gathering insights from engineers  like you at the cutting edge of electronics. Your input is vital, and you’ll be given a complimentary VIP pass to Microelectronics UK Expo in September, plus a chance to win the latest Raspberry Pi computer. 📝 Take the 3-minute survey here »


  • Global cuisine and ‘wow’ moments on show at the 2025 British Frozen Food Awards

    Marks & Spencer, Destiny Foods, Daregal Gourmet Ltd and itsu [grocery] were among the biggest winners at the 37th annual British Frozen Food Awards, held last in Thursday 19 June at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London. Hosted by the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF), the awards celebrate the very best in frozen food innovation, quality…


  • Portions and mindful snacking are priorities for global consumers

    According to new results from Mondelēz International’s sixth annual State of Snacking survey, consumers worldwide are making the most of their snacking moments by savouring flavour, taste, and texture while making sure they are completely present. Developed in partnership with The Harris Poll, the State of Snacking survey tracks snacking behaviours among thousands of consumers…


  • GBR needs an engineering strategy

    Listen to this article The creation of Great British Railways (GBR) to eliminate industry fragmentation by bringing track and train together has been universally welcomed. Yet it is taking some time to achieve this. Following problems implementing the 2018 timetable, Keith Williams was tasked with recommending a new industry structure. His report recommended the creation…


  • 40 years of RETB

    40 years of RETB

    Listen to this article In 1985, Radio Train Despatch, technically known as ‘Radio Electronic Token Block’, was introduced on the single line between Dingwall and Kyle of Lochalsh. Prior to the introduction of RETB, a driver could not proceed onto a single line section unless the signaller had given him/her a brass key token for…


  • Manufacturers give enthusiastic welcome to industrial strategy and advanced manufacturing plan

    Stephen Phipson CBE Make UK CEO Manufacturers have been enthusiastic in their response to launch of the government’s long awaited Modern Industrial Strategy, the first such strategy since 2017, hailing it as one of the most important events for British industry in a generation.   Manufacturers have argued that the absence of an industrial strategy…


  • Samp launches ‘industry-first’ asset intelligence tool for industrial teams 

    Leading deeptech company Samp has launched what is claimed to be a groundbreaking AI assistant designed to transform asset intelligence across piping-intensive industrial sites such as existing refineries, chemical plants, and power stations. Samp says its Shared Reality Copilot is an industry-first tool that will revolutionise asset intelligence for industrial teams, proven to reduce asset…


  • Manufacturing professionals not motivated mostly by salary, survey shows

    Over half of engineering and manufacturing hiring managers are struggling to recruit, despite 49% of professionals looking for work, according to a report from recruitment consultants Michael Page. Page’s 2025 Talent Trends report found more than half (55%) of global engineering and manufacturing hiring managers have faced hiring challenges over the past year, rising to…