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FANUC UK to showcase collaborative automation at Smart Factory Expo
FANUC UK will demonstrate the power of collaborative automation at this year’s Smart Factory Expo, part of Smart Manufacturing Week, joining forces with three system integrator partners to showcase advanced robotics, augmented reality welding and flexible manufacturing solutions live at the NEC. Read more via The Manufacturer
Sentient factories: AI and the future of UK manufacturing
Sebastian Pattinson, Co-founder of Matta, an industrial AI spin-out from the Institute for Manufacturing (IfM), University of Cambridge, has warned that manufacturers must focus on solving real operational problems (rather than adopting AI for its own sake) as industry leaders explored how “sentient factories” could help tackle skills shortages, improve production resilience and boost the UK’s manufacturing competitiveness. Read more via The Manufacturer
Kerry Dairy Ireland becomes Kinisla and unveils €300m investment programme
Kerry Dairy Ireland has unveiled a new corporate identity under the name Kinisla and announced a €300m investment programme aimed at accelerating innovation, expanding operations and strengthening its position in the growing dairy snacking market. Read more via The Manufacturer
Siemens UK and Ireland appoints Brian Holliday as new CEO
Siemens has announced the appointment of Brian Holliday as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the UK and Ireland, effective 1 June 2026. Read more via The Manufacturer
ADS appoints new director for Scotland
ADS, the trade association for the aerospace, defence, security and space industries, has announced the appointment of Andy Williams as Scotland Director. Read more via The Manufacturer
