The future of nuclear: supporting industrial growth and opportunity

By Sharif Narouz, Programme Director, Future Materials Campus (FMC), AWE The projected outlook for the UK’s construction and manufacturing sectors is something of a mixed picture. Even though 2025 still predicts modest growth, there are significant challenges up ahead. Construction continues to grapple with falling employment levels while manufacturing output has slipped, falling 0.9% between […]

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“Manufacturers are dealing with a different kind of risk” — why insurance needs to evolve with the sector

Steve Fletcher, Joint Head of Corporate at Gallagher’s UK Retail Birmingham Office, shares how the manufacturing industry is adapting to a more complex risk environment—and why insurance has a bigger role to play than ever before. Q: How would you describe the current state of the manufacturing sector? It’s a sector that’s shown incredible resilience, […]

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People power: The critical factor in digital transformation

Attributed to Michelle Reece, Director at ABS Limited.  It’s a little known fact, that the companies which succeed with their technology investments aren’t necessarily those with the largest budgets or most advanced systems. They’re usually the ones that prioritise the human element – specifically, recruitment and training – as foundational components of their digital transformation. […]

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PUTTING EXTRA CARE INTO CONVENIENCE FOODS

Food safety is critical in any market. But when producing meals that are supplied to vulnerable groups of people or preparing post-surgery meals for hospital patients and care home residents, Huuskes ensures that extra inspection, preparation and hygiene measures provide an added level of food safety assurance. Jansen Techniek has supported Huuskes with food safety […]

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Spoofed, jammed, blind: Why ships now need digital eyes

Yarden Gross, CEO and Co-founder of maritime technology company Orca AI, reflects on the recent tanker collision in the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that as GPS interference becomes more common, ships urgently need AI-based situational awareness to support crews and maintain safe navigation when traditional tools are compromised. The recent collision between the tankers Front […]

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Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are revolutionizing the way we power our world, acting as the source that keeps renewable energy flowing even when the sun isn’t shining or the wind isn’t blowing. As the backbone of modern energy infrastructure, BESS plays a crucial role in balancing supply and demand. However, with the increasing adoption […]

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Engineering a Future That Works for Everyone

I’ve always been interested in how things work. I originally thought I’d study Applied Physics but after some reflection, engineering made more sense. It offered practical application, a clearer path into industry and broader career options. I studied a wide range of disciplines before specialising in mechanical engineering, which eventually led me to building services. […]

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Laying the groundwork for smarter manufacturing

Enhancing factory foundations for reduced downtime, more efficient production Over the last 200 years of industrialisation, the global boom in manufacturing has led to a growth from 10,000 factories worldwide to over 10,000,000. Despite the substantial increase in production capacity, demand continues to outpace supply, necessitating the expansion of facilities. As facilities aim to expand […]

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“Manufacturers are dealing with a different kind of risk” — Why insurance needs to evolve with the sector

Steve Fletcher, Joint Head of Corporate at Gallagher’s UK Retail Birmingham Office, shares how the manufacturing industry is adapting to a more complex risk environment—and why insurance has a bigger role to play than ever before. Q: How would you describe the current state of the manufacturing sector? It’s a sector that’s shown incredible resilience, […]

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