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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Tetra Pak launches its Factory OS platform at Gulfood Manufacturing to enable AI-ready, sustainable, and efficient factories globally, with a focus on transforming Pakistan’s energy-intensive food and beverage sector. Tetra Pak has launched its cutting-edge Automation and Digitalisation portfolio, Tetra Pak® Factory OS™, unveiling it at the Gulfood Manufacturing event in Dubai with a clear aim: to transform food and beverage production globally and establish a foundation for AI-ready factories. This modular, open, and scalable smart factory technology suite stands to significantly advance operational efficiency and sustainability in the sector, particularly in emerging markets like Pakistan. According to Tetra Pak’s…
Adani Cement’s partnership with Coolbrook introduces the world’s first commercial RotoDynamic Heater at its Andhra Pradesh plant, promising a major leap in reducing carbon emissions through innovative electrified heat technology. Adani Cement has partnered with Finnish company Coolbrook to install the world’s first commercial deployment of the RotoDynamic Heater (RDH) technology at its Boyareddypalli integrated cement plant in Andhra Pradesh, India. This breakthrough project represents a significant advance in industrial decarbonisation efforts within the cement sector, targeting one of the most CO₂-intensive phases of cement production: calcination. The RDH technology operates by supplying clean, electrified heat powered entirely by renewable…
QAD | Redzone unveils Champion AI, a next-generation platform that shifts from retrospective systems to proactive, intelligent manufacturing solutions, promising enhanced productivity and human-AI collaboration. The manufacturing sector stands at a pivotal juncture, ushering in a new era where intelligence, automation, and human capability converge to reshape production processes at an unprecedented pace. According to QAD | Redzone, a leading provider of manufacturing software solutions, this transformation signals the end of reliance on passive, retrospective systems and the dawn of proactive, intelligent platforms designed to act in real time alongside human operators. For decades, manufacturers have depended on what are…
Indian factories are rapidly integrating AI-enabled physical systems, from defect detection in MCCBs to autonomous infrastructure inspections, ushering in a new era of smarter, safer, and more efficient industrial operations. At the ABB Smart Power factory in Nelamangala, Bengaluru, the inspection of moulded case circuit breakers (MCCBs) has undergone a significant transformation through the deployment of an AI-enabled camera system. This camera captures images of the finished MCCBs from multiple angles and analyses them against a sophisticated algorithm to detect defects including terminal thickness, height discrepancies, printing errors, and surface scratches. Senior Vice President of ABB India’s Smart Power Division,…
Environmental think-tank iFOREST has launched India’s first detailed ESG report for the steel industry, introducing standardised carbon measurement tools amid rising pressure to reduce emissions and attract climate finance. Environmental think-tank iFOREST has released India’s first comprehensive ESG (environmental, social, and governance) report tailored specifically for the steel industry, marking a pivotal step in the country’s efforts to decarbonize one of its most carbon-intensive sectors. The report introduces a unified framework to track and disclose carbon emissions while enhancing sustainability reporting, aligning with global best practices. It includes a steel-specific supplement to the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI)…
Ghent-based software company Azumuta has raised €8 million in Series A funding to expand its operator-centric manufacturing platform, driving digital transformation and operational efficiency across global factories. Azumuta, a Ghent-based software company specialising in operator-centric manufacturing solutions, has secured €8 million in Series A funding to accelerate the digitalisation of production processes through its AI-supported platform. The investment round, led by Keen Venture Partners along with Capricorn Partners and returning investors PMV, Angelwise, and Dirk Vermunicht, will be directed towards team expansion, entry into new markets, and further platform development. Founded in 2016, Azumuta has evolved from a digital work…
Schneider Electric reports significant progress in its sustainability goals, including early success in supplier CO₂ reductions and innovative technology that could reshape industry practices, positioning itself as a leader in the transition to net-zero emissions. Schneider Electric has demonstrated significant progress in its sustainability journey, as revealed by its third-quarter 2025 non-financial results, underscoring the tangible impacts of its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 programme. With a reported SSI score of 8.52 out of 10 and just one quarter remaining in the programme’s timeline, the company is well positioned to meet its ambitious year-end target of 8.80, reflecting sustained commitment…
Wallonia launches the CO₂ DISRUPT project, aiming to develop cost-effective carbon capture technology for low-concentration flue gases, positioning the region as a leader in industrial decarbonisation innovation. Wallonia is positioning itself at the forefront of industrial decarbonisation innovation with the launch of the €5.6 million CO₂ DISRUPT project, led by the cleantech company ARK Capture Solutions. The initiative in Belgium’s Walloon region aims to develop new, economically viable carbon capture technology specifically designed to tackle low-concentration flue gases, a persistent challenge across key sectors such as steel, glass, petrochemicals, and energy. Aurélien Vantomme, R&D Director at ARK Capture Solutions, highlights…
A coalition of global industry leaders has announced a novel ledger-based system for tracking emissions, promising to enhance transparency, reduce double counting, and support real-time climate action in supply chains. On October 20, 2025, a coalition of nineteen leading global companies from the energy, finance, and logistics sectors announced the launch of the Carbon Measures Coalition, signalling a significant shift in industrial carbon accounting practices. This initiative proposes moving away from the traditional emissions inventory approaches exemplified by the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol, which has been the standard for corporate emissions reporting for over two decades, towards a novel, ledger-based…
The European Union must overhaul its fragmented governance structures and unlock €477 billion in investments by 2040 to modernise its electricity transmission network and achieve its ambitious climate targets, amid mounting urgency to prevent blackouts and enhance energy security. The European Union faces a critical juncture in its energy transition, with an estimated €477 billion ($549 billion) required by 2040 to upgrade and modernize transmission networks across the continent. This massive investment aims to meet ambitious climate targets, notably the EU’s commitment to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by 90% compared to 1990 levels by 2040, while ensuring energy security…