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Seven apprentices have joined MM Packaging Deeside. The company’s latest intake spans manufacturing, purchasing, design, and origination, backed by a three-year BPIF-supported programme that combines NVQ training with safety qualifications. MM Packaging says the apprentices are already contributing to operations as demand for fibre-based packaging grows.
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New platforms will expand Dutch defence training capacity nationwide significantly. Holland Shipyards Group has secured its first contract with the Dutch Ministry of Defence to deliver two floating training platforms, Uhlenbeck and Thetis, alongside a 15-year maintenance package to support long-term maritime training in Den Helder.
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Registration is open for MACH 2026 at the NEC now. The UK manufacturing technology showcase will return to Birmingham in April, with organisers targeting more than 30,000 visitors across five exhibition halls.
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Government invests £10 million in innovative EV charging solutions. This funding aims to overcome grid constraints, enabling more electric vehicle charge points on major roads, including rural areas. Private operators are encouraged to apply to develop renewable energy technologies, expanding existing energy supplies.
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EU waste gas regulations mandate continuous monitoring by 2026. Industrial operators must install measurement systems to comply with new EU environmental laws. Non-compliance could lead to significant penalties, including operational shutdowns and fines reaching up to 3% of annual turnover. Companies should act promptly to mitigate these risks.
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UK Government expands sugar tax to include more beverages. I.T.S. advises manufacturers to adopt natural flavour solutions, enabling clean-label, lower-sugar drinks without compromising taste. This strategic shift aims to address the impending sugar tax, set for January 2028, by reducing added sugar while maintaining consumer appeal.
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Kinase inhibitors may accelerate protein degradation in cells. A new study reveals kinase inhibitors not only block enzymatic activity but also promote protein degradation. This discovery, involving research centres across Europe, the US, and China, may enhance drug design and explain unexpected therapeutic effects.
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Decathlon shifts to recycled PP stick formats using Amcor technology. The 25 ml applicator uses 87% rPP from CleanStream, cutting CO₂ by 17% and delivering a mono-material, recycle-ready solution for contact-sensitive skincare. Decathlon will deploy the pack across its anti-chafing and SPF50+ sports ranges.
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Emirates Biotech has launched Embio, a UAE-made PLA biopolymer range. The portfolio is stocked locally to cut lead times and support regional converters shifting to plant-based materials. Embio grades cover packaging, fibres, and 3D printing applications, offering lower-carbon alternatives to traditional plastics with verified compliance and technical support.
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Apex Dynamics wins Motec partnership with ATEX-certified gearboxes. The collaboration sees Apex Dynamics’ precision planetary gearboxes integrated into Motec’s dosing pump drive assemblies, enhancing global distribution. Motec values the extensive ATEX certification, reliability, and ease of installation, ensuring compliance and performance in diverse industrial settings.
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