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New project aims to revolutionise tunnel infrastructure installation with robotic AI
A consortium of mechanical and civil engineering, and robotic automation industry leaders, including Tunnel Engineering Services (UK) Ltd (TES), i3D robotics (i3D), the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), Costain, and VVB Engineering, has developed the first robotic and AI solution set to revolutionise the installation of mechanical and civil services in tunnels. More via The Manufacturer
Work commences on new Scottish subsea cable factory
In a significant boost for the UK green energy supply chain, Sumitomo Electric has commenced construction of its state-of-the-art subsea transmission cable factory in the Scottish Highlands. The factory will supply critical elements for the reinforcement of the UK electricity transmission grid and for connecting renewable energy production facilities to the grid. More via Scottish Business News
Seabrook Crisps factory expansion moves forward
Plans to build a second Seabrook crisps warehouse will be brought forward as part of the manufacturer’s £12m expansion plans.
Calbee UK announced the construction of a 1,000m2 (10,763 sq ft) storage space on Duncombe Street in Bradford is going ahead.
The company said the development would help it produce more crisps. More via BBC News
Aurrigo to introduce four new autonomous baggage handling vehicles at Changi Airport
Changi Airport Group (CAG) and Aurrigo International plc have agreed to bring in a fleet of four autonomous baggage handling vehicles to pilot underwing operations at Changi Airport. More via The Manufacturer
Arla Foods commits over £300m to 5 UK sites
Arla Foods has committed over £300m between five of its UK sites with the aim of boosting UK manufacturing and the future of British dairy.
In addition to previously announced plans for its Taw Valley site, Arla Foods said it will update and expand its dairies and creameries at Lockerbie, Stourton, Aylesbury and Westbury. More via Agriland
Long-term plan needed to harness UK’s green industries, researchers say
The UK must harness its competitive advantage in green industries to reach net zero and reverse manufacturing decline, a report has said.
Research by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), a left-leaning think tank, revealed the UK is already a world-leading presence in making a third of the 143 products needed in technologies to deliver net zero. More via Shropshire Star
DS Smith launches Customer Innovation Hub in Madrid
DS Smith in Iberia has chosen Torrejón de Ardoz, Madrid (Spain) as the latest city for the launch of a Customer Innovation Hub, and it is intended to further facilitate both virtual and physical collaboration between DS Smith packaging experts, and their existing and potential new customers. More via The Manufacturer
