Tag Archives: digitalization

Leoni AG Opens High-Tech Plant in Agadir, Morocco, Creating 3,000 Jobs and Pioneering Sustainable Automotive Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Leoni AG has officially opened its new plant in Agadir, Morocco, designed to produce wiring systems for commercial vehicles. With an investment of over 20 million euros, the facility will create more than 3,000 jobs by 2027 and … Read the full press release

DHL and Boston Dynamics Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Scale Robotics Deployment in Global Logistics

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has signed an MOU with Boston Dynamics to expand their successful collaboration, aiming to deploy over 1,000 additional units of the Stretch robot across DHL’s operations. This includes new applications such as case picking, beyond the … Read the full press release

Infineon Launches CoolSET™ System in Package (SiP) for Efficient Power Delivery in Home Appliances and AI Servers

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has launched the CoolSET™ System in Package (SiP), a compact and integrated power controller designed to deliver efficient power for applications like home appliances and AI servers. This innovative product eliminates the need for an external … Read the full press release

KUKA’s iiQWorks Engineering Suite: Simplifying Robot Automation and Digital Twin Integration for Industry 4.0

(IN BRIEF) KUKA’s new iiQWorks Engineering Suite simplifies robotic automation through the use of digital twins, offline programming, and virtual commissioning. The platform helps businesses streamline production planning, improve robot simulations, and reduce time-to-market. With a flexible, scalable architecture, iiQWorks … Read the full press release

Infineon to Highlight Cutting-Edge Power Solutions for the Green and Digital Future at PCIM Europe 2025

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies will spotlight its most advanced power semiconductor technologies at PCIM Europe 2025 in Nuremberg, demonstrating solutions that support global decarbonization and digitalization efforts. Visitors to booth #470 in hall 7 will discover new silicon, SiC, and … Read the full press release

MAN Accelerates Transformation with Expanded Battery Production for Electric Commercial Vehicles at Nuremberg

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has officially launched battery production at its Nuremberg site, expanding investment from 100 million to approximately 250 million euros. This phase enhances the facility’s capabilities by producing complete battery packs as well as individual … Read the full press release

NWO Awards Over €7.7 Million to Propel TU/e-Led Digital Innovations in Energy Renovation for the Built Environment

(IN BRIEF) The press release announces that the NWO has allocated over 7.7 million euros for four projects aimed at digitizing energy renovation efforts in the built environment. A primary focus of these projects, especially the DPARt project coordinated by … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Gains Notified Body Status Under New EU Machinery Regulation, Supporting Digital and Safety Enhancements

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has been recognized as a Notified Body under the new EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, which sets tighter safety and digital requirements for industrial machinery and related products. The updated regulation emphasizes aspects such as artificial … Read the full press release

ROCKINGER Marks 150 Years of Towing Innovation with Advanced Smart Coupling Solutions

(IN BRIEF) ROCKINGER celebrates its 150th anniversary by honoring a long legacy of innovation and excellence in towing hitch technology. Founded in 1875 in Munich by Johann Rockinger, the company has continuously set benchmarks in quality and safety, including the … Read the full press release

Škoda Commemorates 130 Years with Groundbreaking 10th Student Car Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto’s 10th Student Car, created by 28 students from the Škoda Auto Secondary Vocational School of Engineering, celebrates the company’s 130-year legacy and its connection to cycling. With the fabrication and bodywork phases now complete, the project … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Unveils AI-Infused Open Automation Platform to Transform Industrial Operations

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric will unveil its latest innovations at Hannover Messe 2025, demonstrating how open, software-defined automation and AI-enhanced solutions are transforming the industrial sector. The company’s showcase, themed “Shaping the Future with Technology,” emphasizes the integration of automation, … Read the full press release

Henkel and Sonderhoff Innovate Sustainable Sealing Systems for Long-Lasting Repairs

(IN BRIEF) Henkel’s sealing solutions, powered by Sonderhoff’s FIPFG technology, are setting new benchmarks for repairability and sustainability in high-quality products. Household appliances, which must adhere to stringent performance and safety standards, now benefit from foam seals that can be … Read the full press release

Continental Taps Visionary Vincent Charles to Accelerate Future Mobility Transformations

(IN BRIEF) Continental has elevated Vincent Charles to a pivotal executive role, reflecting the company’s strategic focus on innovation and transformative leadership. Known for his extensive background in the automotive and technology industries, Charles is now charged with driving key … Read the full press release

K+S Supervisory Board Unveils Leadership Shake-Up as Dr. Kreimeyer Steps Down

(IN BRIEF) K+S Aktiengesellschaft’s Supervisory Board has announced that Dr. Andreas Kreimeyer will not seek reappointment when his mandate expires at the Annual General Meeting on May 14, 2025. His decade-long tenure has significantly influenced the company’s strategic direction, including … Read the full press release

Tetra Pak Launches Next-Generation Ingredient Doser for Ice Cream Manufacturers

(IN BRIEF) Tetra Pak has introduced the Ingredient Doser 4000 A3 in Lausanne, Switzerland, a cutting-edge system designed to revolutionize ice cream production by offering more precise dosing and reducing start-up waste by 67%. This innovative doser, which reaches the … Read the full press release

Banco Santander Fuels Social Progress with EUR 166 Million Investment in Education and Crisis Relief

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has committed EUR 166 million in 2024 to a wide array of initiatives supporting education, employability, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy, impacting five million people across its operational regions. The investment, split between EUR 104 million for … Read the full press release

Infineon’s PSOC™ 4 MCU Family Unveils Multi-Sense Capabilities for Advanced Sensing and HMI Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has expanded its PSOC™ 4 microcontroller family with new Multi-Sense capabilities, incorporating inductive and liquid sensing technology. The PSOC 4000T, featuring Infineon’s fifth-generation CAPSENSE technology, offers a powerful combination of capacitive and inductive sensing for diverse … Read the full press release

AFRY Partners with Swedish Armed Forces and FMV in Major IT Consultancy Agreement to Strengthen Defense Digitalization

(IN BRIEF) AFRY has signed a new framework agreement with the Swedish Armed Forces and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for IT consultancy services. This agreement, spanning three years with the potential for a four-year extension, involves providing services … Read the full press release

ABB Strengthens Leadership in Smart Building Solutions with Acquisition of Siemens’ Wiring Accessories Business in China

(IN BRIEF) ABB has successfully acquired Siemens’ Wiring Accessories business in China, enhancing its position in the smart building technologies sector. The acquisition, valued at over $150 million in revenue for 2024, adds a robust distribution network across 230 cities … Read the full press release

Ericsson and Qualcomm Achieve Key Milestone in 5G Railway Communications with Successful Interoperability Test

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Qualcomm Technologies have successfully completed an interoperability test for 5G railway communications using the n101 frequency band in Europe. This marks a major step in the development of the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS), designed … Read the full press release