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Exclusive highlight talk with Tobias Bangert (left) from Janitza and Bodo Giesler (right) from Siemens on the challenges of implementing the energy transition, featuring Editor-in-Chief Susanne Woggon of Tropal Media; Photos: Tropal Media / Ronny Schumann
The expansion of renewable energy is moving forward. Photovoltaic systems now generate electricity at competitive costs. Battery storage is becoming a central component of modern energy systems. In addition, digital solutions provide transparency regarding generation and consumption. This means the technical prerequisites for a successful energy transition are in place. Nevertheless, the expansion...
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  3D mock-up of the new Nestlé factory in Ituiutaba, Minas Gerais
Nestlé plans to expand its nutrition and health production in Brazil with an investment of CHF 310 million through 2028. The program includes a new infant formula facility in Ituiutaba and upgrades at the company’s existing site in Araçatuba. Additional whey capacity is also planned to support growing demand for infant nutrition products in the Brazilian market.
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Market shares of industrial Ethernet protocols such as Profinet, Ethernet, Ethercat, and others, according to an Omdia study
Industrial communication is constantly evolving. In addition to real-time capabilities, topics such as security, artificial intelligence, TSN, and end-to-end data availability are increasingly coming into focus. According to a recent study by the market research firm Omdia, Profinet has once again asserted its leading position among industrial Ethernet protocols in this dynamic market environment...
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New Asian headquarters of Weidmüller in Suzhou, China
Weidmüller is expanding its presence in Asia and has laid the cornerstone for a new corporate headquarters in Suzhou, China. With the largest overseas investment in the company’s history to date, the manufacturer will consolidate R&D, production, logistics, and engineering at a single location. The project is intended to strengthen local value creation and further enhance Weidmüller’s...
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Ucaneo’s first industrial facility for direct air capture based in Berlin
Direct Air Capture is increasingly seen as a key technology for decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries while providing sustainable CO2 as an industrial feedstock. Siemens and Berlin-based climate technology company Ucaneo have partnered to scale electrochemical Direct Air Capture technology from pilot operation to commercial deployment. By combining Siemens’ automation and digitalization portfolio...
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Members of the K 2028 Exhibitor Advisory Board and the K team met on May 27, 2026, in Düsseldorf
Preparations for K 2028 have begun. With the inaugural meeting of the Exhibitor Advisory Board, the world’s leading trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry set the stage for the next event in Düsseldorf. At the same time, the board elected Dr. Axel von Wiedersperg of the Brückner Group as its new chairman. The first meeting focused on evaluating K 2025 and the strategic development of K...
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127,000 visitors interacted with more than 2,800 exhibitors from 65 countries at Interpack 2026
Interpack 2026 has impressively reaffirmed its position as the world’s leading trade fair for the processing and packaging industry. With a record number of exhibitors, Düsseldorf once again became the international hub for the packaging industry. The focus was on sustainable packaging solutions, smart manufacturing, digital processes, and new regulatory requirements. The trade show demonstrated...
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This year’s special exhibition “Renewables 24/7” demonstrates how a round-the-clock renewable energy supply can be ensured
Renewables are at the heart of the energy transition and continue to grow in importance for energy security. Through its special exhibition “Renewables 24/7,” the trade fair alliance “The smarter E Europe” 2026 demonstrates how a renewable energy supply can be implemented around the clock. The focus is on concrete applications, technological solutions, and the integration of various energy sectors...
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