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US Nuclear giant Holtec signs formal cooperation pact with AMRC
Holtec, the US’ largest exporter of nuclear components, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), to collaborate on SMRs, large nuclear and fusion and the civil and defence sectors. More via The Manufacturer
Public-private partnership developing next-gen battery train technology
A public-private partnership is developing the next-generation in battery train technology.
Led by Hitachi Rail, the collaboration is creating a new battery pack that is lighter and smaller so it can be installed on commuter and suburban trains, while still maintaining impressive power. More via The Manufacturer
Elesa UK and The Washing Machine Project collaborate for a better future
Leading manufacturer of high-quality machine components, Elesa, has partnered with The Washing Machine Project (TMWP) to create a washing machine suitables for people living in low-income and displaced communities. More via The Manufacturer
Leonardo opens £30m logistics hub for helicopters in Yeovil
Yesterday Leonardo invited community leaders to the opening of a Single Site Logistics Hub for helicopter maintenance in Yeovil, replacing eight ageing buildings with a state-of-the-art new integrated facility. Predicted to become a landmark of sustainability in the South West, the new hub’s green design extends right into the building itself, with over 25,000 cubic metres of demolition material successfully re-utilised in its construction. More via Leonardo UK
Aston Martin-backed sustainable aluminium project awarded £6m of UK Government funding
Aston Martin’s ambition to continually improve the sustainability of its supply chain has been boosted by the award of £6m of UK Government funding for an innovative project supporting the development of lightweight, sustainable aluminium castings for Aston Martin vehicles of the future. More via Aston Martin
RS releases ‘Performance in Focus’ 2024 Maintenance Engineering Report in partnership with the IMechE
RS, a digitally enabled global distributor of product and service solutions for industrial customers, has released the ‘Performance in Focus’ 2024 Maintenance Engineering Report in conjunction with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). This is based on findings from a survey that aimed to uncover the challenges facing the profession and its priorities. More via The Manufacturer
