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…

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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…

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…

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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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Höegh Evi, Aker BP, and Ports of Stockholm are advancing a regional CO₂ logistics hub at Stockholm Norvik Port, promising a major boost to Europe’s decarbonisation efforts and the development of a scalable, maritime-based CCS network. Höegh Evi and Aker BP are partnering with Ports of Stockholm to develop a CO₂ logistics hub at Stockholm Norvik Port, aiming to establish a sustainable transport chain for captured carbon from industrial emitters in eastern Sweden and the wider Baltic region. According to the original report, the collaboration , which began in May as a continuation of the NICE project (Norvik Infrastructure CCS…

The European Commission’s forthcoming Clean Corporate Vehicles proposal aims to accelerate EV adoption among corporate fleets, with potential to significantly boost Made-in-EU EV manufacturing and reinforce Europe’s automotive industrial base by 2030. The European Commission’s forthcoming Clean Corporate Vehicles (CCV) proposal presents a strategic lever to accelerate electrification while strengthening Europe’s domestic EV industry , but its impact will depend on the design of binding targets, fiscal reform and clear “Made‑in‑EU” definitions. According to the original T&E briefing, corporate fleets already account for roughly 60% of new car registrations in the EU and show a stronger tilt toward locally assembled…

Great British Energy outlines a five-year roadmap to build at least 15 GW of renewable capacity, unlock £15 billion private investment, and prioritise local deployment across solar, storage, and offshore projects, marking a significant shift towards market-driven decarbonisation in Britain. Great British Energy’s new five‑year strategic plan sets out a commercially focused route for a state‑owned developer to accelerate Britain’s clean power capacity while deliberately positioning itself as a market actor rather than a policy vehicle. According to the original report from the company, GBE will build, through ownership and investment, a portfolio of “at least” 15 GW of clean…

Storegga’s move to sell its interest in the Acorn carbon capture and storage scheme raises concerns over project continuity, funding uncertainties, and potential job losses in Scotland’s North Sea region amid national decarbonisation goals. Storegga’s decision to seek a buyer for its stake in the Acorn carbon capture and storage (CCS) project at St Fergus has thrown the future of Scotland’s largest CCS scheme , and thousands of North Sea jobs , into uncertainty. According to the original report, Storegga said: “Storegga recently completed a strategic review of its business, capital requirements and future structure. As part of this, we…

Honeywell will supply integrated automation and safety systems to support the UK’s flagship carbon capture and storage initiatives, enabling safer, more efficient operation of the world’s first gas-fired power station with post‑combustion carbon capture and aims to establish the UK’s first CO2 transportation and storage backbone. Honeywell will supply integrated automation and safety technologies to two of the UK’s flagship carbon capture and storage initiatives, supporting the delivery and operation of Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power) and the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP), the companies announced. According to the original report, Honeywell’s Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS) will provide…

Zoomlion’s innovative shared smart-factory approach is set to revolutionise heavy equipment production, integrating AI and automation to boost efficiency and reduce emissions, positioning the industry at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing. Zoomlion’s shared smart-factory model is set to recalibrate how heavy equipment is manufactured, promising both productivity gains and emissions efficiencies for an industry under pressure to decarbonise. According to the original report, Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. was named one of the first 15 industry‑leading smart factories at the World Intelligent Manufacturing Conference on 27 November 2025. The recognition follows the company’s deployment of a shared…

As regional standards diverge and tighten, supply chain managers face escalating challenges in tracking freight emissions, prompting a shift towards automated, real-time monitoring systems vital for compliance and decarbonisation efforts. The regulatory landscape for carbon emissions in global freight has grown increasingly complex and fragmented, posing significant challenges for supply chain executives managing international logistics operations. Rather than adhering to a single global standard, carbon compliance now demands navigating a patchwork of regional requirements with distinct methodologies, reporting schedules, and enforcement mechanisms. A compliance approach that works in Singapore may not satisfy European regulators, just as North American frameworks differ…

A new report reveals that the UK’s ambitious move towards Net Zero has led to a surge in electricity costs, threatening its industrial future and economic stability, as industry leaders call for urgent reforms to address the widening gap with international competitors. A surge in electricity prices driven in part by the UK’s ambitious Net Zero climate goals poses a significant threat to the country’s industrial future and broader economic stability, according to a recent report by Santander. The banking analysis highlights how successive UK governments’ decisions to run down North Sea oil and gas resources have left industry facing…

Data analysis reveals a decisive shift in the U.S. electricity landscape, with solar energy and battery storage leading the growth and challenging traditional fossil fuel and nuclear capacities in 2025. New data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), analysed by the SUN DAY Campaign, underscores a decisive shift in the country’s electricity generation landscape through the first nine months of 2025. Solar energy and battery storage have surged ahead as the fastest-growing segments, leaving fossil fuels and nuclear power trailing with stagnated or declining output and capacity. In September 2025 alone, utility-scale solar generation , systems larger than 1…

BEClimate unveils a fully integrated digital ecosystem designed to fast-track decarbonisation in the built environment, incorporating AI-driven carbon accounting, real-time verification, and streamlined investments to combat over 40% of global emissions. BEClimate has unveiled what it claims as the world’s first fully integrated climate ecosystem specifically designed to accelerate decarbonisation within the built environment, a sector responsible for more than 40% of global emissions. This digital-first platform aims to overcome long-standing inefficiencies and bottlenecks that have historically hindered the mobilisation of capital and technologies required to decarbonize buildings and infrastructure at scale. The nascent project registration and credit issuance processes…

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