
Forterro appoints Alice Taylor as new Chief of Staff. Taylor brings expertise in cloud, AI, and digital transformation to the role. She will work with CEO Dean Forbes to align priorities and drive strategy across Forterro’s European operations, reinforcing the company’s commitment to scaling its business.

Electro Mechanical Systems returns with advanced motion solutions. EMS will showcase FAULHABER’s latest DC motors and gearheads at Machine Building Live in Coventry. These innovations promise enhanced power and efficiency for compact, high-performance applications. Visit stand 208 to discuss technical support and project solutions with EMS experts.

BCMPA’s new competition draws start-up innovation into co-packing. The Association’s Pitch the Co-Packers initiative has sparked strong interest from entrepreneurs across food, beauty, and household sectors. Finalists will pitch to industry judges at February’s NEC show, with winners gaining funding and expert consultancy to scale their products to market.

ACM Research unveils Ultra ECDP for precise wafer processing. The tool offers uniform gold bump removal and thin film etching, employing a modular design for integrated plating and deplating. Its advanced multi-anode system ensures minimal side etching, enhancing uniformity across various wafer sizes.

Siemens and Airbus advance decarbonisation with strategic partnership. The collaboration targets substantial reductions in CO2 emissions at Airbus’ key sites in the US and UK. Siemens will provide scalable solutions to help Airbus achieve an 80 kt CO2e reduction annually by 2030. Capgemini aids in project management and digitalisation.

Yamazaki Mazak captivates EMO 2025 with innovative manufacturing technologies. The company reported significant interest, particularly from the subcontract market, by launching new products, automation, and smart solutions. This strategic approach highlights Mazak’s commitment to delivering responsive and localised manufacturing solutions across its global network of factories.

Nulogy strengthens its manufacturing platform through AuditComply acquisition. The Belfast-based compliance software specialist brings enhanced EHS, QMS, and supplier compliance management capabilities to Nulogy’s Manufacturing Operating System. The move extends Nulogy’s reach into quality and risk management, uniting both platforms’ shared focus on digital transformation and operational resilience.

Fluid management poses a substantial challenge for enterprises today. OEMETA has introduced a comprehensive service, enhancing fluid performance while ensuring compliance and cost efficiency. This positions OEMETA as a leader in both cutting fluids and complete management solutions, addressing the multifaceted demands of modern manufacturing.