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  • APM brings labour-saving packing automation to Hillhead 2026

    APM will demonstrate labour-saving automated packing technology at Hillhead 2026. The Autopack Group business will show its AP-4000 Integral Air Packer on stand RD2, targeting labour shortages, cost pressure, and manual handling challenges in quarrying operations.


  • Saipem jacket leaves for Neptun Deep

    Saipem has completed sail-away for the Neptun Deep jacket structure. The Romanian Black Sea project is a major European offshore gas development.


  • Airbus and Alta Ares target counter-drone systems

    Airbus and Alta Ares will develop European counter-drone systems together. The partnership combines battle-management software with AI-enabled interceptor technology.


  • Legrand opens CSR roadmap survey

    Legrand UK and Ireland is seeking stakeholder input on sustainability. The survey will shape its 2028 to 2030 CSR roadmap.


  • IMA launches modular medtech assembly platform

    IMA MED-TECH has launched ASSEMBLA for medical device assembly projects. The platform supports clinical builds through to high-performance automated production.


  • Mercedes starts VLE production in Vitoria

    Mercedes-Benz Vans has started VLE production at Spain’s Vitoria plant. The factory has been transformed for electrified manufacturing on the VAN.EA platform.


  • Parker launches hydraulic filtration trolley

    Parker Hannifin has launched portable filtration for hydraulic maintenance teams. The GLFTrolley removes free water and contaminants from industrial fluid systems.


  • Molex expands SInergy connector platform

    Molex has expanded SInergy connectors for power-dense aerospace defence systems. New modules combine power, high-speed data, and RF capability in compact assemblies.


  • Metis wins Kongsberg counter-drone contract

    Metis will supply passive RF sensors for Polish counter-drone capability. The Skyperion Lightweight order strengthens UK involvement in European defence electronics.


  • Vossloh strike threatens rail project schedules

    Vossloh workers in Scunthorpe have started planned strike action today. GMB says the dispute could affect rail infrastructure project supply chains.