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Kobelco and Blue Yonder Forging a Future-Proof Supply Chain
Kobelco and Blue Yonder Forging a Future-Proof Supply Chain In an age when unpredictability seems to be the only constant, Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (KCM) has taken a decisive step forward. The Japanese construction equipment manufacturer has teamed up with supply chain innovator Blue...
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Nissan Supercharges Logistics with UK’s First Shared eHGV Charging Hub
Nissan Supercharges Logistics with UK’s First Shared eHGV Charging Hub This pilot project forms part of the UK Government’s £200 million push to make zero-emission HGVs a commercial reality. Delivered through Innovate UK, the Electric Freightway project is one of several demonstrator programme...
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Gripping the Future with Gecko-Inspired Adhesives for Robotic Handling
Gripping the Future with Gecko-Inspired Adhesives for Robotic Handling In the fast-evolving realm of robotics and material science, a quiet revolution is taking place, one that could reshape how machines interact with their environment. Engineers at Xi’an Jiaotong University in China have taken a bo...
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Rethinking Logistics in the Platform Age
Rethinking Logistics in the Platform Age The world of logistics has come a long way from clipboards and clip-on ties. In today’s digital-first economy, platform supply chains (PSCs) are rewriting the rules of engagement. From retail giants to food delivery services, platforms have taken centre stage...
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WJ Unveils RapidLine Instant-Curing Road Markings
WJ Unveils RapidLine Instant-Curing Road Markings WJ Group, the UK’s leading road safety and marking specialist, has taken the spotlight at the recent LCRIG Innovation Festival with the launch of a pioneering product that could change the pace of highways maintenance forever. Introducing Rapid...
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Esri and Microsoft Join Forces to Usher in a New Era of AI Geospatial Intelligence
Esri and Microsoft Join Forces to Usher in a New Era of AI Geospatial Intelligence In a move that’s set to shake up the landscape of geospatial technology, Esri has announced a deeper integration with Microsoft, leveraging the Azure OpenAI Service to embed intelligent capabilities into ArcGIS....
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Pronto Acquires SafeAI to Reinforce Leadership in Off-Road Autonomy
Pronto Acquires SafeAI to Reinforce Leadership in Off-Road Autonomy In a bold move set to redefine off-road autonomy, Pronto.ai, has acquired SafeAI Inc., creating a powerful force in the automation of mining, quarrying, and construction vehicles. With both companies already considered pioneers in t...
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Blackstone’s $25 Billion Bet on Pennsylvania’s AI Future
Blackstone’s $25 Billion Bet on Pennsylvania’s AI Future Pennsylvania, long known for its industrial heritage, is stepping into a new era as a digital and energy powerhouse, thanks to a colossal investment spearheaded by Blackstone. In a landmark initiative, Blackstone Infrastructure and...
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The New Cat 980 GC Wheel Loader Redefines Performance and Efficiency
The New Cat 980 GC Wheel Loader Redefines Performance and Efficiency Caterpillar has once again sharpened its edge in the heavy machinery game with the introduction of the all-new Cat 980 GC Wheel Loader. This robust addition to the medium wheel loader family is engineered for one thing above all el...
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Unlocking Trust and Capital as Africa’s Carbon Markets Come of Age
Unlocking Trust and Capital as Africa’s Carbon Markets Come of Age Africa’s carbon future is hurtling into focus, and come October, Johannesburg will take centre stage. From 21 to 23 October 2025, the Carbon Markets Africa Summit (CMAS) will bring together the entire carbon value chain i...
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Greece Accelerates Smart City Transition with EIB Advisory Backing
Greece Accelerates Smart City Transition with EIB Advisory Backing Greece is stepping up its game in the race toward climate-neutral urban development, with six pioneering municipalities now partnering with the European Investment Bank (EIB) under a newly inked advisory agreement. This forward-think...
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Powering Italy’s Future with €1.5 Billion Adriatic Energy Link Investment
Powering Italy’s Future with €1.5 Billion Adriatic Energy Link Investment Italy is charging ahead on its energy transformation journey with a landmark €1.5 billion financing package set to power the Adriatic Link – a vital submarine electricity cable that will bridge the regions of Marche and...
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Accelerating the Green Transition to Drive Global Sustainability
Accelerating the Green Transition to Drive Global Sustainability Climate change is a global challenge that demands action across every sector of the economy. From the cars we drive to the buildings we live in and the food we eat, nearly every aspect of modern life contributes to greenhouse gas emiss...
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Smart Tolling Takes Off in Norway with Kapsch TrafficCom and Vegfinans
Smart Tolling Takes Off in Norway with Kapsch TrafficCom and Vegfinans Norway has taken a bold leap into the future of road infrastructure with the official launch of a barrier-free tolling system on National Road 4, just north of Oslo. Spearheaded by Austrian mobility powerhouse Kapsch TrafficCom,...
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Paving the Way for Rural Prosperity in Paraguay
Paving the Way for Rural Prosperity in Paraguay Paraguay is making a major leap forward in connecting its rural heartlands with a $75 million loan from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). This strategic investment will fund the project finance for rehabilitation and maintenance of approximate...
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Saving Lives on Asia’s Roads
Saving Lives on Asia’s Roads Every day, across Asia’s bustling highways and rural backroads, road crashes shatter lives in an instant. In 2021, the region bore the brunt of a staggering global toll: over 694,000 deaths due to road traffic incidents, representing nearly 60% of global road...
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UNDRR and CDRI Join Forces to Future-Proof Global Infrastructure
UNDRR and CDRI Join Forces to Future-Proof Global Infrastructure In a world where climate extremes are becoming the new normal, the safety and durability of infrastructure can no longer be left to chance. Recognising the urgent need to address growing disaster risks, the United Nations Office for Di...
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What Material Gives the Best Head Protection on the Job?
What Material Gives the Best Head Protection on the Job? In the construction industry, there are no second chances when it comes to brain injuries. Whether you’re standing on scaffolding, operating heavy machinery, or simply walking through a site, your hardhat is your first — and sometimes on...
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Sonic Teams Up with Obsessed Garage for Next-Level Workshop Solutions
Sonic Teams Up with Obsessed Garage for Next-Level Workshop Solutions For home garage fanatics dreaming of workshop nirvana, help has arrived. Sonic, the revered provider of professional-grade tools and storage systems, has officially cemented a partnership with Obsessed Garage, a haven for high-per...
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Ambitious Railway Tunnel Beneath Vienna Reaches Pivotal Milestone
Ambitious Railway Tunnel Beneath Vienna Reaches Pivotal Milestone Vienna is no stranger to ambitious infrastructure projects, but few rival the sheer scale and strategic significance of the U2xU5 metro expansion. Heralded as the city’s most substantial climate protection initiative, this megaproject...
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Building the Future with Construction Robotics in Hostile Terrain
Building the Future with Construction Robotics in Hostile Terrain When it comes to pushing the limits of science, few fields are moving as swiftly or as boldly as robotics in extreme construction environments. These aren’t your average construction bots laying bricks on a sunny jobsite. We’re talkin...
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Spintronics Boosts IoT Security with Reconfigurable PUF Chip
Spintronics Boosts IoT Security with Reconfigurable PUF Chip As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to infiltrate every corner of our lives, from smart doorbells to industrial automation, the issue of hardware security has surged to the forefront. The reality is stark: many IoT devices are built...
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HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Unveils Smart Factory in Ulsan
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Unveils Smart Factory in Ulsan In the heart of South Korea’s industrial nerve centre, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment has unveiled a jaw-dropping leap into the future of manufacturing. The company’s state-of-the-art smart factory, built at its Ulsan Campus, is not...
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Renesas Powers Ahead with RA2T1 MCUs for Precision Single-Motor Control
Renesas Powers Ahead with RA2T1 MCUs for Precision Single-Motor Control When it comes to the increasingly compact, smarter, and more power-efficient devices that dominate homes and workshops today, motor control sits at the heart of it all. From the hum of a ceiling fan to the whirr of a cordless dr...
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Crypto’s Mainstream Embrace Reshapes Global Infrastructure Investment
Crypto’s Mainstream Embrace Reshapes Global Infrastructure Investment The world of high finance is fast converging with the once-fringe realm of cryptocurrency, and the ripple effects are poised to transform how major projects are financed. Traditional financial institutions – from Wall Street banks...
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Transforming Peru’s Highlands with a Billion-Dollar PPP Road Deal
Transforming Peru’s Highlands with a Billion-Dollar PPP Road Deal In a defining moment for Peru’s transport infrastructure, PROINVERSIÓN, the country’s Private Investment Promotion Agency, has announced it will award the monumental Longitudinal Highway of the Sierra Section 4 proje...
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City Skyway Twinning Bridge Project to Reinforce Ontario’s Trade Corridor
City Skyway Twinning Bridge Project to Reinforce Ontario’s Trade Corridor In a significant move for transport infrastructure in Southern Ontario, Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) have entered into a Development Phase Agreement with Skyway Bridging Partn...
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Peru Accelerating Sustainable Infrastructure with Cajamarca Wastewater Project
Peru Accelerating Sustainable Infrastructure with Cajamarca Wastewater Project In a decisive move to modernise Peru’s sanitation infrastructure and protect its fragile ecosystems, the Peruvian government has greenlit a significant wastewater treatment initiative in Cajamarca. The ambitious project,...
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Colombia’s Rail Revival Shifts Gears with Major PPP Oversight Contract
Colombia’s Rail Revival Shifts Gears with Major PPP Oversight Contract Colombia is turning a bold corner in infrastructure development with the strategic appointment of Consorcio Dorada CSLE to supervise the ambitious La Dorada-Chiriguaná railway corridor. Commissioned by the country’s N...
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How to Purchase a Car on a Limited Budget
How to Purchase a Car on a Limited Budget Will you need to win the lottery to buy a car? Your exasperation is entirely understandable. As the cost-of-living crisis intensifies, vehicle prices are also steadily rising – a nightmare for those buying on a budget. Fortunately, there are still some...
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Things To Consider When Buying Your Child a Car
Things To Consider When Buying Your Child a Car The idea of buying your child their first car can be daunting. It’s a big step for them and for you too. A car is a symbol of independence and a tool for responsibility. With so many options available on the market, knowing where to start ...
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Venture Global Deepens LNG Ties with Germany Through Expanded SEFE Deal
Venture Global Deepens LNG Ties with Germany Through Expanded SEFE Deal In a powerful move to reinforce energy stability across Europe, Venture Global has announced an expanded agreement with German state-owned energy company Securing Energy for Europe GmbH (SEFE). The new deal, which sees SEFE...
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$1.4 Billion ViA15 Project to Bridge Infrastructure Gaps Across the Netherlands
$1.4 Billion ViA15 Project to Bridge Infrastructure Gaps Across the Netherlands The Netherlands is about to plug a critical gap in its road network with the ground-breaking ViA15 project – a game-changing infrastructure venture that aims to bridge the missing link between the A15 and the A12 near th...
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New Zealand Shortlists Bidders for Warkworth to Te Hana Expressway
New Zealand Shortlists Bidders for Warkworth to Te Hana Expressway New Zealand’s transport ambitions are shifting up a gear. Waka Kotahi – the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) – has named the three consortia now in the running to deliver a transformative slice of the Northland Expressway. T...
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Kia EV5 Sparks a New Era for Electric SUVs in Europe
Kia EV5 Sparks a New Era for Electric SUVs in Europe Kia has thrown its hat into the ring with the all-new EV5, a fully electric compact SUV that speaks directly to the modern European motorist. Positioned at the heart of the booming C-SUV segment — the continent’s largest and fastest-growing — the...
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DJI Power 1000 V2 is the Smart Way to Keep the Power Flowing
DJI Power 1000 V2 is the Smart Way to Keep the Power Flowing DJI has done it again. Known worldwide for pioneering drone and imaging technologies, the company is now charging ahead with an upgraded solution in the power sector: the DJI Power 1000 V2. This sleek and robust portable power station offe...
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Audio Detection Accuracy for Smart City Listening
Audio Detection Accuracy for Smart City Listening Imagine a world where machines don’t just hear, but listen intently—distinguishing a door creak from a dog bark, or a car alarm from the distant rumble of thunder. That world just edged closer to reality, thanks to the newly unveiled EFAM model, whic...
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Compressed Air Energy Storage to Boost Efficiency and Sustainability
Compressed Air Energy Storage to Boost Efficiency and Sustainability As the world grapples with the challenges of fossil fuel depletion and the escalating effects of climate change, renewable energy sources like wind and solar have emerged as essential alternatives. However, their intermittent natur...
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Revolutionising EV Charging with Liquid Metal-Enabled Synergetic Cooling
Revolutionising EV Charging with Liquid Metal-Enabled Synergetic Cooling Electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern transportation, driving the need for innovations that make charging faster, more efficient, and scalable. One of the key hurdles in advancing EV technology li...
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Aviation Rescue Networks for Smarter and Faster Forest Fire Response
Aviation Rescue Networks for Smarter and Faster Forest Fire Response Wildfires are no longer rare occurrences. They’re an ever-growing threat, exacerbated by climate change and the pressure of human activity. From the blazing infernos of California to the fires devastating forests across the globe,...
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Smart Cement to Generate Power from the Pavement and Store the Energy
Smart Cement to Generate Power from the Pavement and Store the Energy Concrete has long been the workhorse of modern civilisation. From motorways to megacities, it’s laid the very foundations of our built world. But a revolutionary leap forward now promises to redefine its role entirely. Imagi...
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Bentley System’s Open API Ushers in a New Era for Smart Infrastructure
Bentley System’s Open API Ushers in a New Era for Smart Infrastructure Bentley Systems has taken a bold step in the evolution of smart infrastructure technology by launching an open API framework and self-service portal for its Blyncsy roadway intelligence platform. The move signals a shift to...
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Esri Unveils One-Click Access to Demographic Insights
Esri Unveils One-Click Access to Demographic Insights In a bold step towards democratising access to spatial intelligence, Esri has launched a streamlined e-commerce platform that places authoritative demographic data at users’ fingertips. With a few clicks, professionals across industries can...
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Driving Hydrogen Forward with Cenntro’s Next-Gen Class 8 Semi-Tractor Truck
Driving Hydrogen Forward with Cenntro’s Next-Gen Class 8 Semi-Tractor Truck Cenntro Inc. has just raised the bar for zero-emission trucking. Its latest innovation, the BM860H, a second-generation hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 semi-tractor, has officially received the green light from the U.S. Env...
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Motive is Reinventing Road Safety Through Positive Driver Recognition and AI
Motive is Reinventing Road Safety Through Positive Driver Recognition and AI In a sector often laser-focused on preventing what goes wrong, Motive has decided to flip the script. The AI-powered operations platform is now leading the charge with a novel approach that’s catching the attention of fleet...
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Alamo Group Strengthens its Position with Ring-O-Matic Acquisition
Alamo Group Strengthens its Position with Ring-O-Matic Acquisition Alamo Group Inc. has taken another confident step forward in its expansion strategy by acquiring Ring-O-Matic, a specialist in industrial vacuum excavation equipment based in Pella, Iowa. The deal, finalised at the close of June, sig...
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Smart Green Technology is Making Sites More Sustainable
Smart Green Technology is Making Sites More Sustainable Across the construction industry, digital transformation is accelerating efforts to meet ambitious net-zero carbon goals. From intelligent design software to virtual building replicas and AI-driven optimizations, technology is reshaping how str...
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The Digital Tools Powering the Next Generation of Mobility Hubs
The Digital Tools Powering the Next Generation of Mobility Hubs Mobility hubs are transforming how people move through cities. No longer limited to bus stops or train platforms, they bring together bikes, scooters, shuttles, and ride-share in one place. That shift demands more than concrete and sign...
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Volvo Refocuses in China with Strategic Exit from SDLG
Volvo Refocuses in China with Strategic Exit from SDLG Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is making a decisive pivot in its Chinese market strategy, confirming the sale of its entire 70% stake in Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery Co (SDLG) to a fund predominantly owned by SDLG’s min...
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Volvo CE sets Bold Course for European Growth with Swecon Acquisition
Volvo CE sets Bold Course for European Growth with Swecon Acquisition Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is making a strategic play that could reshape its presence across Europe. In a landmark move, the company has inked an agreement with Swedish agricultural cooperative Lantmännen to acquire i...
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Volvo and Daimler Truck launch Coretura to Drive Digital Commercial Vehicles
Volvo and Daimler Truck launch Coretura to Drive Digital Commercial Vehicles Volvo Group and Daimler Truck have hit the accelerator on the digitalisation of the commercial vehicle industry with the official launch of Coretura AB, a ground-breaking joint venture headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. F...
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3 Simple Ways to Stay Safe on the Road and Avoid Truck Accidents
3 Simple Ways to Stay Safe on the Road and Avoid Truck Accidents Every day, millions of Americans share the road with commercial trucks, creating situations that require extra caution and awareness. Large trucks present unique challenges due to their size, weight, and stopping distances, making defe...
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Next-Gen GNSS Centimetre-Level Accuracy is Transforming Real-Time Positioning
Next-Gen GNSS Centimetre-Level Accuracy is Transforming Real-Time Positioning In an increasingly connected world, where autonomous systems and smart technologies demand split-second accuracy, traditional positioning systems simply aren’t cutting it. For years, Precise Point Positioning (PPP) h...
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Korea Leaps Toward Smarter Roads with ETRI’s Heterogeneous V2X Driving Innovation
Korea Leaps Toward Smarter Roads with ETRI’s Heterogeneous V2X Driving Innovation South Korea is shifting gears on smart mobility. At the forefront of this move is the Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI), which has kicked off an ambitious research and development progr...
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What Set the Best Truck Accident Attorneys Apart
What Set the Best Truck Accident Attorneys Apart Truck accidents in Bakersfield pose serious risks—Kern County saw 5,391 auto collisions in 2020, with 1,958 resulting in injuries or deaths. In 2023 alone, 57 serious truck crashes in the area led to at least three fatalities. What sets the best truck...
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Namibia to Host Africa PPP 2025 to Champion Infrastructure and Investment
Namibia to Host Africa PPP 2025 to Champion Infrastructure and Investment Namibia is preparing to roll out the red carpet for the 15th Africa PPP Summit, taking place from 28 to 31 October 2025 at the Hilton Hotel in Windhoek. As the continent’s most significant annual platform for Public-Priv...
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Industry Giants Gear Up Hillhead 2026
Industry Giants Gear Up Hillhead 2026 With the dust barely settled on 2024’s industry events, eyes are already turning to the rugged limestone landscape of Derbyshire. Hillhead 2026, the UK’s most prominent exhibition for quarrying, construction, and recycling, is set to return to Tarmac’s iconic Hi...
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CDE Commissions High-Efficiency 400tph Sand Washing Plant in Portsmouth
CDE Commissions High-Efficiency 400tph Sand Washing Plant in Portsmouth In a strategic move to enhance its marine dredged materials processing, Brett Aggregates has teamed up once again with CDE to launch a compact yet powerful 400tph sand washing plant at its new site in Portsmouth. The collaborati...
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FLIR is Setting the Gold Standard for Traffic Safety Technology Under the EU AI Act
FLIR is Setting the Gold Standard for Traffic Safety Technology Under the EU AI Act Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic buzzword. It’s already steering traffic, managing energy flows, and helping emergency teams save lives. But with great power comes greater responsibility, especially...
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Volvo Powers Ahead with CarbonSmart Net-Zero Manufacturing
Volvo Powers Ahead with CarbonSmart Net-Zero Manufacturing Volvo Group is shifting gears on the road to carbon neutrality with an ambitious project that’s caught the attention of the European Commission. The company’s Skövde engine plant in Sweden has secured a conditional grant of up to €49 million...
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