As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
Industrial companies are increasingly adopting integrated advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and sustainability amid global supply chain challenges and rising labour costs, marking a shift from isolated automation to strategic management. Advanced manufacturing has moved from a niche strategy to a baseline expectation for industrial companies facing higher…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with…
European Union governments are set to strengthen their commitment to renewable energy and industrial resilience in response to geopolitical tensions and surging fossil fuel prices, linking climate ambitions with strategic independence. European Union governments are preparing to sharpen the bloc’s clean energy push in response to the economic shock from…
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As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived an old debate: whether expensive oil can finally push electric vehicles into a lasting mass-market breakthrough. History offers reasons for doubt. Previous EV booms followed the 1973 oil embargo and other periods of energy strain, only to fade once fossil fuel prices eased. This time, the economics look different. The…
Industrial companies are increasingly adopting integrated advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and sustainability amid global supply chain challenges and rising labour costs, marking a shift from isolated automation to strategic management. Advanced manufacturing has moved from a niche strategy to a baseline expectation for industrial companies facing higher labour costs, persistent supply chain volatility and growing pressure to deliver customised output at speed. At its core, it is about using digital and physical technologies to improve how products are designed, made, inspected and delivered, while also making operations more efficient and resilient across the full value chain. The…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with new research from EcoVadis and Accenture suggesting that the strongest companies now see innovation as the main route to returns. In the 2026 Sustainable Procurement Barometer, 80% of the top 10% of performers say innovation is their primary source of ROI from sustainable procurement, compared with 54% of other organisations.…
European Union governments are set to strengthen their commitment to renewable energy and industrial resilience in response to geopolitical tensions and surging fossil fuel prices, linking climate ambitions with strategic independence. European Union governments are preparing to sharpen the bloc’s clean energy push in response to the economic shock from the war in Iran, according to a draft agreement seen by Politico. The text, which has already been approved by the EU Council’s Political and Security Committee and is expected to be signed off by foreign ministers next Tuesday, sets out a more explicit link between energy security, climate policy…
The Tony Blair Institute urges Britain to recalibrate its energy strategy, emphasising affordable, reliable power to safeguard industry amid the push for net zero. The Tony Blair Institute has made a striking intervention in Britain’s energy debate, arguing that the country has drifted away from the basic test of whether power is affordable, reliable and sufficient to support a modern industrial economy. For a policy organisation founded by a former Labour prime minister who helped entrench climate policy in British governance, the message amounts to an argument for recalibration rather than abandonment: net zero remains the destination, but the route…
As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived…
Industrial companies are increasingly adopting integrated advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance resilience, efficiency, and sustainability amid global supply chain challenges and rising labour costs, marking a shift from isolated automation to strategic management. Advanced manufacturing has moved from a niche strategy to a baseline expectation for industrial companies facing higher…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with…
European Union governments are set to strengthen their commitment to renewable energy and industrial resilience in response to geopolitical tensions and surging fossil fuel prices, linking climate ambitions with strategic independence. European Union governments are preparing to sharpen the bloc’s clean energy push in response to the economic shock from…
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As battery prices plummet and EV sales surge globally, the industry shifts focus from oil dependency towards minerals and manufacturing, reshaping the future of transportation and supply chains. The shock that followed the brief closure of the Strait of Hormuz in March, when crude climbed to US$120 a barrel, revived an old debate: whether expensive oil can finally push electric vehicles into a lasting mass-market breakthrough. History offers reasons for doubt. Previous EV booms followed the 1973 oil embargo and other periods of energy strain, only to fade once fossil fuel prices eased. This time, the economics look different. The…
New research from EcoVadis and Accenture reveals that leading companies are prioritising innovation over compliance in procurement to boost resilience, adapt to disruption, and unlock higher returns, with technology playing a key role in transforming supply chain management. Sustainable procurement is moving beyond a narrow focus on regulatory box-ticking, with new research from EcoVadis and Accenture suggesting that the strongest companies now see innovation as the main route to returns. In the 2026 Sustainable Procurement Barometer, 80% of the top 10% of performers say innovation is their primary source of ROI from sustainable procurement, compared with 54% of other organisations.…
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The global market for carbon neutrality is projected to nearly double by 2035, driven by technological innovations like CCS and DAC, increasing government investments, and rising corporate commitments , despite ongoing challenges in implementation and scale. The global market for carbon neutrality is poised for substantial expansion, set to nearly double from $12.5 billion in 2023 to an estimated $27.22 billion by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. This growth is notably driven by burgeoning climate action in developing economies, particularly China and India, along with intensified adoption of advanced emission reduction technologies across industrial sectors.…
Manufacturers are adopting digital twin technology, collaborative robots, and AI-driven simulations to modernise legacy plants efficiently, minimise risk, and enhance sustainability amid rising operational costs. Manufacturers today face growing pressures from rising operational costs, production inefficiencies, and a tightening labour market, driving a critical need to modernize legacy plants while preserving existing investments. As Rahul Garg, VP for Industrial Machinery Vertical Software Strategy at Siemens Digital Industries Software, explains, digitalisation and automation stand as transformative strategies to navigate these challenges, enabling businesses to remain competitive and profitable in a volatile industrial landscape. Importantly, modernisation does not require wholesale replacement of…
Google DeepMind expands into Singapore with a new AI research lab dedicated to developing culturally inclusive, region-specific artificial intelligence technologies aligned with Singapore’s National AI Strategy 2.0 and Smart Nation 2.0 initiatives. Google DeepMind is significantly expanding its footprint in the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of a new AI research laboratory in Singapore, underscoring the city-state’s pivotal role in advancing artificial intelligence innovation tailored to the region’s unique socio-economic contexts. This expansion aligns with Singapore’s ambitious National AI Strategy 2.0 (NAIS 2.0) and Smart Nation 2.0 initiatives, which collectively aim to harness AI for national growth, public good, and…
Portugal’s ceramic sector is embracing a transformative shift through ambitious decarbonisation strategies, technological advancements, and renewable energy integration, positioning itself for a sustainable future amid global market pressures and environmental commitments. The Portuguese ceramic industry, a significant player in Europe’s ceramics production landscape, stands at a pivotal crossroads characterised by pressing challenges and emerging opportunities related to sustainability, energy efficiency, and technological innovation. According to António Baio Dias, director of the Ceramic and Glass Technology Centre (CTCV), the sector grapples with high energy and raw material costs, given its energy-intensive nature and reliance on critical raw materials. The ongoing geopolitical…
Chinese scientists have developed a novel iron-based catalyst that enhances syngas conversion into olefins, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and cutting industrial emissions, marking a significant step towards greener plastics and rubber manufacturing. Chinese scientists have announced a significant breakthrough in the sustainable production of plastics and synthetic rubber by developing a novel iron-based catalyst that transforms syngas, an industrially derived mixture of hydrogen and carbon monoxide, directly into olefins, which are essential chemical building blocks typically sourced from petroleum. This new method promises to reduce the chemical industry’s dependency on fossil fuels and decrease its carbon footprint. Traditionally, olefins…
China’s CGN launches construction of the Zhaoyuan Nuclear Power Plant, featuring a groundbreaking natural draft cooling tower with new safety and environmental innovations, marking a significant step in the country’s clean energy ambitions. China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN) has launched full-scale construction of the Zhaoyuan Nuclear Power Plant in Shandong Province, marking a major stride in the country’s nuclear energy development and industrial decarbonisation efforts. This ambitious project, designed to house six Hualong One reactors, aims to generate approximately 50 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) annually, an output sufficient to meet the electricity needs of around five million people. Industry sources…
As regulatory pressures and energy costs rise, manufacturers are adopting advanced process control, equipment upgrades, and waste heat recovery to transform industrial energy use, boosting sustainability and competitiveness. Energy efficiency in industrial processes has evolved from a marginal concern to a strategic imperative amid intensifying regulatory demands, escalating energy costs, and the global urgency to meet net-zero emissions targets. For manufacturers, optimising energy usage is not only about compliance but also about reducing operational costs, enhancing competitiveness, and fulfilling corporate sustainability commitments. The industrial sector is a significant contributor to global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, making its decarbonisation…
Analysis from Ember reveals that in 2025, solar and wind power generated more electricity than the increase in global demand, marking a historic milestone and indicating a turning point away from fossil fuels. Fresh analysis from the energy think tank Ember suggests that 2025 could mark a historic turning point in the global electricity sector, as solar and wind energy are poised to exceed incremental global electricity demand growth by a comfortable margin for the first time. This development indicates a shift in the balance away from fossil fuel generation, with renewable energy expanding rapidly enough to meet new energy…
The Siemens Electronics Factory in Erlangen demonstrates how integrating AI, Digital Twins, and Edge computing can transform manufacturing, boosting productivity while halving energy consumption and reducing emissions. At the Siemens Electronics Factory in Erlangen, Germany, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transitioned from experimental applications to being an integral part of everyday manufacturing processes. This facility exemplifies how industrial AI can fundamentally enhance machine capabilities in sensing, analysis, and responsive action, creating substantial improvements in process quality, production speed, and energy efficiency. The factory addresses a common industry challenge: manufacturing data frequently remains isolated within silos or is underexploited.…
Saudi Arabia’s NEOM project takes a major stride towards sustainability with a SAR 600 million land lease agreement to establish a green industrial gases facility, supporting the kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals and industrial diversification. Oxagon, the innovative industrial city within Saudi Arabia’s NEOM project, has taken a significant step towards becoming fully operational with a major land lease agreement signed with Abdullah Hashim Industrial Gases & Equipment Co. Ltd (AHG). The agreement encompasses a phased investment totalling SAR 600 million aimed at the establishment of an advanced industrial gases production and distribution facility within Oxagon’s Industrial Quarter, the city’s designated…