First Hydrogen is beginning research into non-radioactive molten-salt fuels for small modular reactors. The project aims to create safe stand-ins for uranium-based salts in early experiments. This marks the company’s first step in developing SMR technology.
Cerrion’s AI video platform monitors production lines and triggers alerts when issues arise. The technology is already deployed across three continents and fifteen countries, helping manufacturers like Unilever and Schott Zwiesel. Factory downtime costs have skyrocketed 319% since 2019, creating mas
The Estonian company’s hydrogen-powered generators have been battle-tested in Ukraine, demonstrating dual-use potential. Funding will accelerate commercial deployment and manufacturing expansion.
A government taskforce says Britain is the most expensive place globally to build nuclear projects, calling for a “radical reset” of regulations. The push comes as datacenter power consumption is projected to grow 500% in the next decade. With nuclear plants taking up to 10 years to build, there’s a
European Union ministers are pressing US trade officials to fully implement their July trade deal. The talks focus on cutting US steel tariffs and removing duties on EU goods like wine. Both sides are navigating delicate trade tensions ahead of key deadlines.
The UK will reduce energy costs by 25% for more than 7,000 manufacturers beginning in 2027. Business Secretary Peter Kyle will announce the program Monday at the CBI conference targeting high-growth sectors.
Taiwan’s tech minister says the US won’t impose punishing tariffs on its semiconductor sector. Instead, Taiwan will share its industrial science park expertise and commit to massive US investments. The deal protects Taiwan’s vital chip industry while helping America rebuild its manufacturing capacit
A recent survey of manufacturing professionals shows cost remains the primary obstacle to technology adoption. Legacy system integration and workforce readiness also pose significant challenges for companies trying to modernize.
Peter Carlsson and Siddharth Khullar have launched Aris Machina, raising $10.7 million to build what they call an “agentic operating system” for manufacturing. The startup aims to solve factory chaos by connecting machines, data streams, and legacy tools. But they’re entering an industry where 95% o
PowerChina is making Africa its second home with ambitious renewable energy expansion. The state-owned company aims to operate in nearly every African market within five years, driven by solar, hydro, and gas projects. Their South African portfolio alone includes $3.5 billion in renewable initiative
