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  • Leading apprenticeship provider JTL retains ‘Good’ Ofsted rating

    JTL has received a Grade 2 ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted. Following an inspection that took place between 1 August to 4 August 2023, JTL has retained the same grade it received in 2016 as a result of ‘improvement actions’.  Chris Claydon, Chief Executive at JTL, says, “As a nationally recognised organisation, we understand our responsibility to provide…


  • Virtual power plant capabilities expands through US-based partnership

    Image courtesy 123rf California’s Swell Energy and Hawai’i-headquartered Shifted Energy are partnering to improve Virtual Power Plant (VPP) capabilities. The partnership aims to address the increasing demand for efficient energy solutions in markets dealing with changing landscapes, aging grids, and extreme weather events. With VPPs becoming essential to the grid, the joint effort broadens the…


  • Fever-Tree’s new cocktail mixers: the ultimate hosting hack for festive fun

    Fever-Tree is encouraging consumers to elevate their festive hosting game with its cocktail mixers, which are a new addition for Christmas 2023. In a year where approximately 64% of consumers are enjoying cocktails at home (source: Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report 2023), busy hosts can now have it all. Serving Mojitos, Margaritas, and Espresso Martinis has…


  • IN2TEC WELCOMES CALL TO STRENGTHEN WEEE DIRECTIVE

    UK-based sustainable electronics experts In2tec Ltd welcomed an environmental coalition’s calls to the European Commission to strengthen the WEEE Directive, which has not been updated since its introduction in 2012. The state of electronics recycling currently is putting future generations in the firing line of a technological and ecological disaster. The coalition of 27 environmental…


  • AME sets its sights on unlocking supply chain potential after £6m expansion

    The UK’s first ‘Faculty on the Factory Floor’ has unveiled a six-million-pound expansion that will aim to boost industry’s journey towards a clean, sustainable, and digital world. Coventry University’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME), which was originally born out of a collaboration with Unipart Manufacturing in 2014, relaunched yesterday at a special event…


  • RanLOS and Anritsu Unveil Innovative 5G Vehicle OTA Test Solution

    RanLOS, TOYO Corporation (TOYO), AeroGT Labs, and Anritsu has announced the availability of the first 5G antenna over-the-air (OTA) measurement system engineered with RanLOS’ OTA test solution and Anritsu’s 5G Radio Communication Test Station MT8000A. The new system represents a significant step forward in enabling advancements in 5G connected vehicles.  As autonomous driving gains momentum,…


  • National Grid UK to develop digital twin for regional energy planning

    Image courtesy 123rf National Grid Electricity Distribution’s project PRIDE (Planning Regional Infrastructure in a Digital Environment) is moving into its next stage, building a digital twin from energy data to assist with regional energy planning. For this next phase, the project has been awarded £558,491 (approximately $685,905) from Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF). The project,…


  • CAMOZZI AUTOMATION UK HONOURED WITH INDUSTRIAL INNOVATION AWARD

    Nuneaton, 7th November 2023 – Camozzi Automation UK, proudly announces its attainment of the Industrial Innovation accolade, presented at the Robotics & Automation Awards it recognises Camozzi Automation’s groundbreaking innovations within the industrial automation sector. The Series D Valve Island, by Camozzi Automation, played a pivotal role in securing this esteemed recognition. Boasting Coilvision® Technology…


  • Vent-Axia recommends key actions to take this World Ventilation Day

    Vent-Axia has welcomed the second World Ventilation Day, a day dedicated to recognising and promoting the importance of ventilation and indoor air quality (IAQ). Taking place on 8 November 2023, this year’s theme is ‘Breathe Better, Live Better’. The day aims to raise awareness of the importance of ventilation as a crucial part of enabling…


  • Latest boiler range for social housing and new build projects

    Baxi has launched its latest range of boilers for social housing providers and housebuilders, providing best-in-class SAP performance and maximum efficiency for refurbishment and new build projects. Designed specifically to make installation and maintenance run even smoother, the new Baxi Assure 500 2 range provides efficient output of 24kW to 36kW for Combi boilers, and…