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Volklec has joined a UK-backed modular battery programme for industry. The AMBERS project brings together cell supply, pack integration, systems engineering, and domestic electrification capability for high-performance automotive and defence applications.
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Méca-Précis has automated dimensional inspection with a robotic measurement cell. The system combines Mitutoyo MiSTAR CMM technology with robotic handling, helping the French precision manufacturer increase inspection capacity for aerospace and satellite components.
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ViCentra has scaled commercial manufacturing for Kaleido consumables. Production through Phillips Medisize more than triples capacity, supporting expansion of the insulin patch pump system across Germany, the Netherlands, and France.
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Freudenberg has developed next-generation battery cell cap technology for Europe. Cell Caps 2 targets prismatic and cylindrical battery cells, combining sealing, insulation, mechanical strength, mass reduction, and thermal safety functions for EV and energy storage applications.
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The European Commission has set out new tech sovereignty measures. The package targets semiconductors, AI, cloud infrastructure, open source, data centres, and energy digitalisation as Europe seeks stronger control over critical industrial technologies.
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ROHM will use AIXTRON equipment to scale in-house GaN epitaxy. The partnership targets 8-inch GaN-on-silicon wafers for 650V and 100V power devices used in AI infrastructure, electric vehicles, and high-density power conversion.
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SLB OneSubsea will supply subsea boosting for bp’s Thunder Horse. The EPC contract covers project management, engineering, manufacturing, and testing, extending a standardised high-pressure system approach already selected for Kaskida and Tiber.
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Desoutter has launched low-torque screwdrivers for precision assembly applications. The EIDS Series uses transducerised technology to support tightening accuracy, traceability, and flexible deployment across handheld, fixtured, and automated production stations.
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Essity has expanded closed-loop paper towel recycling across workplaces. The Tork PaperCircle service now recycles more than 100 million used hand towels a year, feeding recovered fibre back into tissue production at Stubbins mill in Lancashire.
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Britten-Norman’s first reshored Islander has reached 75% completion. The Bembridge milestone marks a significant step in returning full civil Islander manufacturing to the UK, with a second airframe already progressing and follow-on components in production.
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