Company & Sector News
HARTING Joins NVIDIA MGX Ecosystem to Power Next-Generation AI Infrastructure
Harting - HARTING Technology Group, a leading global provider of industrial connectivity, today announced it has joined the NVIDIA MGX ecosystem as a power system component provider for the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 platform.
Alfa Laval initiates full integration of Desmet to strengthen oils, fats and biofuel segments
Alfa Laval - Alfa Laval is initiating the process of fully integrating Desmet, bringing the two organizations and capabilities closer together as one strong global partner in process engineering solutions for the oils, fats and biofuel industries.
Rohde & Schwarz Mobile Test Summit 2026 puts the spotlight on 6G
Rohde & Schwarz - This October, Rohde & Schwarz will welcome the wireless community back for the sixth Mobile Test Summit. Under the banner of 6G, the virtual global forum will connect industry leaders, technology experts and testing professionals. Across three online sessions, participants will gain insight into the technologies set to define the next generation of wireless communications.
Laser technology for the entire hydrogen value chain
Fraunhofer - From electrolyzers to storage to fuel cells: At the Hydrogen Technology World Expo 2026 in Hamburg, Germany, the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT will demonstrate how laser technology makes key processes in the hydrogen economy more efficient and industrially scalable. In addition, Fraunhofer ILT will present solutions for various electrolysis technologies, the manufacturing of fuel cell components, hydrogen storage, and Power-to-X applications.
Upward trend confirmed – Incoming orders in machine tool industry increase by 12 percent in second quarter
VDW - The recovery of the German machine tool industry is taking shape. In the second quarter of 2026, incoming orders were up 12 percent compared to the same period of the previous year. After a rise of 15 percent in the first quarter, the first six months have seen an overall growth of 14 percent. Domestic orders increased by 16 percent and orders from abroad by 13 percent.
Greater competitiveness in machine tool manufacturing with TwinCAT and PC-based control
Beckhoff - From September 15 to 19, 2026, Beckhoff will be appearing at AMB in Stuttgart to demonstrate how metalworking processes can be optimized across the board with PC-based control. The spotlight will shine on TwinCAT 3 as an all-in-one CNC, new function libraries for HMIs, and modular technology packages, such as those for additive manufacturing and EDM.
Shuttle technology and integration expertise: Jungheinrich and Movu Robotics agree strategic partnership
Jungheinrich - Jungheinrich and Movu Robotics have agreed a strategic partnership. Moving forward, Jungheinrich will be preferred integrator for Movu’s shuttle systems, while Movu becomes preferred supplier for Jungheinrich. The aim is to jointly realise highly automated pallet warehouse solutions for customers even faster and more efficiently.
KUKA at AMB 2026: End-to-End Automation for Metalworking
KUKA - From September 15 to 19, 2026, KUKA will showcase innovative automation solutions for metalworking at AMB in Stuttgart with a new generation of robots and controllers. Together with its partners, KUKA will demonstrate at Booth C51 in Hall 6 how intelligent robotics can optimize production processes along the entire process chain.
DuPont FilmTec Fortilife XC220 Element Named a Sustainability Product of the Year for Advancing Industrial Water Circularity
DuPont - DuPont today announced that its DuPont FilmTec Fortilife XC220 element has been named a Sustainability Product of the Year by the Business Intelligence Group for its contribution to advancing industrial water reuse, resource recovery, and more sustainable Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) and Minimal Liquid Discharge (MLD) operations.
Industrial Electrification Moves Beyond Hardware
ARC Advisory Group - The global market for automation systems supporting industrial electrification is gaining momentum as manufacturers invest in decarbonization, energy efficiency, and more resilient power architectures. ARC Advisory Group’s latest research shows that electrification is evolving from equipment replacement into a broader transformation of industrial energy systems, combining electrical infrastructure, automation, software, and lifecycle services.
WorldSkills and FANUC champion the next generation of robotics talent
FANUC - From 22 to 27 September 2026, more than 1,400 young professionals from over 70 countries and regions will come together in Shanghai, China, for the 48th WorldSkills Competition. Across 64 skill competitions, they will demonstrate the technical expertise, precision and creativity needed in today’s skilled professions.
Alfa Laval deepens its commitment to the global food industry with new Food & Pharma Division
Alfa Laval - Alfa Laval’s recently formed Food & Pharma Division signals a step change in ambition – not least within food. It creates an organization with sharpened focus and greater innovation muscle, making the food industry's most capable and future-ready partner even stronger.
Delta Cobots Win BIG SEE Product Design Award 2026
Delta - Delta has been honored with the BIG SEE Product Design Award 2026 for the Delta D-Bot series of collaborative robots. The internationally recognized BIG SEE Awards recognize outstanding creative achievements in the fields of architecture, product design, and industrial design. Originally established to promote Southeast Europe (SEE), the award has evolved into a global platform that celebrates innovation and sustainability.
How a bold engineering idea changed an entire industry and became central to the AI data center boom
Danfoss - A new book “The Cool Purpose: The Journey of Danfoss Turbocor in Engineering a Better Future” chronicles the rich history of the Danfoss Turbocor compressor, the world's first oil-free magnetic bearing compressor. Turbocor was founded in the mid-1990s in Australia by a group of engineers with a belief that oil-free and magnetic-bearing compressor technology had the potential to transform the HVAC industry and lead the way toward more sustainable cooling solutions.
3M and Airbus announce agreement to advance A220 passenger comfort and aircraft performance through advanced insulation technology
3M - 3M and Airbus, a leading aircraft manufacturer, have signed a long-term supply agreement to help drive the continued advancement of passenger comfort and aircraft performance on the Airbus A220. The agreement underscores both companies' commitment to innovation in aircraft design and passenger experience.
Lifetime Achievement for pioneer in power-conversion technology behind electric grids
European Patent Office - For his outstanding career in power electronics and grid infrastructure, the European Patent Office (EPO) has announced that Rainer Marquardt is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement distinction for the European Inventor Award 2026. The EPO will honour his work during the ceremony livestreamed from Berlin on 2 July 2026, at which the winners of the Industry, Non-EPO Countries, Research and SMEs categories will also be announced.
Advancing quantum processor manufacturing: Air Liquide invests in start-up Quobly
Air Liquide - Air Liquide has announced an investment in the French start-up Quobly, through the Group’s corporate venture capital arm, ALIAD. Quobly develops quantum processors using proven semiconductor manufacturing processes. This strategic partnership supports the shift from fundamental research to industrial-scale manufacturing. This investment underlines Air Liquide's role as a key partner in the quantum computing value chain.
Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing 2026 survey reveals surge in AI adoption
Octave - The third annual Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing survey was released today by Octave, the global leader in software for the world’s most critical facilities and infrastructure. This year’s survey reveals that the overwhelming majority of manufacturers are either using AI today or plan to use it within the next two years. It also indicates that quality is rapidly emerging as a core business driver.
GE Vernova to acquire Robotech Automation to accelerate robotics and automation capabilities
GE Vernova - GE Vernova announced today the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Robotech Automation, a specialized robotics and automation systems integrator based near Montreal, Quebec, Canada, to accelerate its robotics and automation capabilities.
Gartner Says the Market for Enterprise AI Coding Agents Is Entering a New Phase of Expansion and Competitive Realignment
Gartner - The market for enterprise AI coding agents has entered a new phase of expansion and competitive realignment, according to Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company. This shift is driven by frontier model providers moving up the stack, more agentic workflows, expansion across the software development life cycle (SDLC), and more complex pricing and ROI dynamics.