Tag Archives: Operational Efficiency

Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies Acquires South African MRO Specialist Nordbak to Expand Mining and Infrastructure Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies unit has acquired South African MRO specialist Nordbak, strengthening its growth platform in the mining, infrastructure, and industrial segments. Nordbak’s product range—including linings, backing compounds, and coatings—will be merged with Henkel’s global technology and sustainability … Read the full press release

Lumene Automates Tube Packaging with Stora Enso’s Sustainable Wraparound System

(IN BRIEF) Lumene Group has implemented Stora Enso’s Österbergs W50 wraparound packaging machine to automate the boxing of its forty tube-based beauty products. This collaboration addresses Lumene’s sustainability targets by delivering recyclable, durable, and user-friendly packaging. Operational benefits include improved … Read the full press release

Voith to Upgrade GDT’s Vietnamese Plant with MasterJet 4Tec for Superior Paper Quality

(IN BRIEF) Voith has signed a rebuild agreement with GDT Paper to install its MasterJet 4Tec headbox in a new Vietnamese production line, enhancing paper uniformity and energy efficiency. The fourth-generation headbox offers superior fiber formation, pulsation damping, and user-friendly … Read the full press release

AI and Gen AI Deliver Growing ROI as Capgemini Report Signals Surge in Agentic AI Adoption

(IN BRIEF) A new report by the Capgemini Research Institute finds that organizations are achieving strong returns on their AI investments, with an average 1.7 times ROI. Around 40% of businesses expect to see positive returns within one to three … Read the full press release

Expanded Google Cloud tie-up brings Nokia’s network AI suite anywhere customers need it

(IN BRIEF) Nokia’s Autonomous Network Fabric unites telco-trained AI models, integrated security, data-mesh management and AI apps into a cohesive intelligence layer that automates and secures multi-vendor, cloud-native networks. The expanded partnership with Google Cloud enables deployment as a SaaS … Read the full press release

Dr. Daniel Heymann’s COO Term Extended by Three Years as NORMA Group Accelerates Automation and Quality Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) NORMA Group has extended Dr. Daniel Heymann’s contract as COO by three years, moving the expiration date from May 2026 to May 2029. Since May 2023, Dr. Heymann has led operational improvements, automation projects and quality-assurance enhancements. The … Read the full press release

New SGS Service Empowers Food Operators with Global Food-Waste Certification

(IN BRIEF) SGS has launched The PLEDGE on Food Waste Certification—a third-party audited program aligned with UN SDG 12.3—to help food service providers cut waste, improve efficiency, and showcase sustainability leadership. The service includes gap assessments, customized onboarding, global audit … Read the full press release

Valencian Cigar Artisan Canal de Navarrés Combines Tradition and Compliance with Zetes’ TPD Traceability Solution

(IN BRIEF) Canal de Navarrés, an artisan Valencian cigar producer, has implemented Zetes’ comprehensive TPD compliance solution—comprising ZetesOlympus, ZetesMedea, and the ZetesAtlas manual ID Station—to meet stringent European traceability regulations without compromising its handcrafted production. The integrated platform grants end-to-end … Read the full press release

Capgemini and Dai-ichi Life Launch India Center to Drive Global Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Capgemini and Dai-ichi Life Holdings have signed a long-term agreement to establish a Global Capability Center in India, designed to accelerate Dai-ichi Life Group’s digital transformation by leveraging India’s skilled workforce. The GCC will initially serve the insurer’s … Read the full press release

Wood Awarded $100 Million Decarbonisation Contracts to Reduce Flare Gas and Improve Carbon Efficiency in Iraq

(IN BRIEF) Wood has secured contracts valued at approximately $100 million to support flare gas reduction and carbon efficiency projects in Iraq’s largest oil fields. The work includes engineering, procurement, and construction services aimed at improving operational efficiency and supporting … Read the full press release

STMicroelectronics Partners with SP Group to Upgrade Cooling System and Reduce Carbon Emissions by 2,140 Tons Annually

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics and Singapore Power (SP Group) have partnered to upgrade the cooling infrastructure at ST’s Toa Payoh site. The new dual-temperature cooling system will reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions by 2,140 tons annually. The system, designed to … Read the full press release

DNV Study Shows Companies Leveraging ESG Regulations to Strengthen Business Performance Amid Uncertainty

(IN BRIEF) A new study conducted by DNV and the University of Cambridge reveals that companies are using ESG regulations to enhance business performance, despite the regulatory uncertainty. The research found that 72% of businesses believe improving ESG compliance has … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Secures Lead Logistics Provider Role with Evonik Across Asia-Pacific

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has entered into a lead logistics provider (LLP) agreement with Evonik to manage air, sea, and road transportation across Asia-Pacific. This collaboration will cover key markets including Mainland China, Taiwan, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, … Read the full press release

Ricoh Partners with ServiceNow to Build an AI-Driven Service Delivery Platform to Enhance Digital Management Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh has announced a strategic partnership with ServiceNow to deliver a unified service delivery platform aimed at revolutionizing the digital management of modern workplaces. This collaboration will enhance Ricoh’s operational efficiency by leveraging ServiceNow’s AI-driven platform to standardize … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s HxGN Alix Wins “Best AI & Digital Twin Solution” Award at The RELIABILITY Conference 2025 for Transforming Asset Management

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Asset Lifecycle Intelligence division received the “Best AI & Digital Twin Solution” award at The RELIABILITY Conference 2025 for its HxGN Alix solution. The AI-powered platform offers real-time insights and predictive analytics, significantly enhancing operational efficiency, safety, … Read the full press release

Ericsson Expands Partnership with Magenta Telekom to Enable Cloud-Native Billing Transformation for 5G Use Cases

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has successfully migrated Magenta Telekom’s billing operations to the cloud-native Ericsson Billing platform, marking a key milestone in the company’s ongoing transformation towards supporting 5G use cases. Deployed on Red Hat OpenShift within Magenta Telekom’s private cloud, … Read the full press release

Vietnam Airlines Enhances Payment Processing Worldwide with Expanded Partnership with Adyen

(IN BRIEF) Adyen has expanded its partnership with Vietnam Airlines, enabling the airline to leverage Adyen’s global acquiring network for processing payments worldwide. The integration facilitates faster and more reliable transactions, including credit card payments and local payment methods such … Read the full press release

EY and Confluent Launch Strategic Alliance to Modernize Data Streaming Across Industries

(IN BRIEF) EY US has teamed up with Confluent to help organizations harness the power of real-time data streaming through a complete platform built on Apache Kafka®. This alliance will support clients in modernizing legacy systems, optimizing business operations, and … Read the full press release

EBRD Loan Supports UzCarlsberg in Enhancing Production and Food Safety in Uzbekistan

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD is providing UzCarlsberg with a US$ 6 million working capital loan to support the acquisition of ingredients and packaging materials, enhancing operational efficiency and food safety in Uzbekistan. The loan will help the company manage seasonal … Read the full press release

Metso Opens Advanced Dewatering Hub in Irapuato, Bolstering Global Filtration and Customer Service Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Metso has launched its advanced Dewatering Development Hub in Irapuato, Mexico, on April 10, 2025, marking a significant milestone in its pursuit of enhanced customer service and innovation. The facility manufactures polymer filter plates for both internal and … Read the full press release