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Krones reorganizes its Executive Board and appoints Thomas Ricker as CEO

Thomas Ricker will also take over as CEO of Krones starting in June 2026

Krones is setting the course for the future: Thomas Ricker, an experienced manager, is taking over as CEO, while a new Executive Board structure - featuring two additional positions - will be more strongly focused on customers, technology, and growth. This realignment aims to further expand the company’s innovative strength, service expertise, and international competitiveness, and to secure its profitable growth trajectory in the long term.

Automatica China 2027: Leading trade fair expands to Shanghai for the first time

Starting in 2027, Automatica will also be held in China, as the country is one of the most dynamic growth markets for robotics and automation

With Automatica China, Messe München is expanding its portfolio to include an event in one of the most important markets for automation. The inaugural event will take place in Shanghai in 2027 and is aimed at suppliers and users across the entire value chain. The focus will be on robotics, industrial automation, and digital technologies. The goal is to specifically promote exchange between international companies and the Chinese market.

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With a new investment, Neste is advancing the industrial scale-up of chemical recycling. The company has commissioned a large upgrading facility for liquefied waste plastic at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The plant enables the conversion of complex plastic waste streams into high-quality feedstock for the petrochemical industry. This development supports circular economy goals while addressing the limitations of mechanical recycling in handling mixed and contaminated plastic waste.
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ABB Robotics Simulation in Robotstudio (top left) compared to the new Robotstudio Hyperreality from ABB Robotics

IFAT 2026 will focus on environmental technologies and the circular economy

BASF headquarters in Ludwigshafen, Germany

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Hannover Messe 2026 will transform Center Stage into the central hub for future-oriented industrial topics. International decision-makers will gather there to discuss artificial intelligence, energy, automation, and security. With high-profile speakers, clearly structured thematic sessions, and practical insights, the stage will provide guidance for strategic decisions and demonstrate how industrial transformation can be implemented in practice.
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Physical AI in practice: “TwinCAT CoAgent” from Beckhoff translates natural language into machine commands and enables the intuitive control of complex mechatronic systems

The three finalists for the 2026 Hermes Award have been announced

Deutsche Messe is creating a separate business division for Hannover Messe, the world's leading trade fair for the manufacturing industry

Industrial companies are under increasing pressure when it comes to cyber security

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The technology group Schneider Electric has successfully completed its sustainability program for the years 2021 to 2025. As part of the Schneider Sustainability Impact initiative, progress was made in the areas of climate protection, social standards, and supply chains. Particular emphasis was placed on reducing CO2 emissions, promoting fair working conditions, and improving access to energy in underserved regions. The program serves as the foundation for further sustainability initiatives through 2030.
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The wet version of the milling unit combines flexibility, energy efficiency, ease of maintenance, and seamless integration into modern brewing processes

Locally produced in China: The new all-electric injection molding machine “EcoPrimus” is being presented to the Asian public for the first time at Chinaplas 2026

The new multi-monitor or keyboard sharing solutions improve production processes

No chance for ransomware attacks thanks to Cyber Resilience Act

Artificial intelligence can raise the precision of optical distance sensors to a new level, for example, when used in intralogistics

The next level of automation: The new Wire Handling System from Rittal Automation Systems transports pre-assembled wires just-in-time and just-in-sequence from the Wire Terminal to up to four workstations.

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Packaging automation is key to efficiency, flexibility, and quality in modern production environments. There is a need for integrated solutions that combine different technologies and can be adapted to changing requirements. This article demonstrates how packaging automation contributes to stable and scalable processes through modular machine designs, intelligent sensor technology, and image processing, thereby laying the foundation for networked production lines.
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At Interpack 2026, 2,800 exhibitors will showcase their solutions for addressing challenges in the areas of smart manufacturing, innovative materials, and future skills

On the first day of the trade fair Interpack 2026, Gerhard Schubert ceremoniously unveils the new TLM generation

Food packaging: The new EU Packaging Regulation PPWR stipulates, among other things, binding recycling quotas and the increased use of recycled materials such as PET

In May 2026, the packaging industry will meet again at Interpack in Düsseldorf

The so-called “Hot Topics” Smart Manufacturing, Innovative Materials and Future Skills will set clear thematic accents at Interpack 2026

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Digitalization in the pharmaceutical industry continues to advance: Pharmaceutical manufacturer Rovi has introduced a digital batch execution system in collaboration with Rockwell Automation and Adasoft. At the heart of the system is the MES “FactoryTalk PharmaSuite,” which replaces paper-based processes and enables the integration of ERP and LIMS systems. The goal is to increase transparency, data integrity, and efficiency in production while laying the groundwork for the scalable digitalization of additional...
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Part of the packaging process using stretch wrapping technology

Improved truck handling at Coca-Cola HBC Austria in Edelstal thanks to intelligent yard management software

By using the new “OBJECT-AI” technology, the new sorting system by Sesotec can reliably separate PET that is suitable for food from other packaging

Filling silane for Evonik Antwerp into canisters using automated weighing electronics by Systec

DHL takes over operations at the Sanofi vaccine distribution center in Val-de-Reuil, France

At Elasto, the granulate is transported in a closed system. Wittmann Feedmax Clean conveyors are also used. This reliably prevents dust formation

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The next Hannover Messe will take place from March 20 to 24, 2026. At the upcoming industrial trade fair, international companies from the mechanical engineering, electrical and digital industries, as well as the energy sector, will present solutions for resource-efficient, climate-neutral, and resilient production. With its appointment as partner country, Brazil is reaffirming its commitment to driving industrial change toward a sustainable economy. The country wants to further expand its role as a global player...

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Krones reorganizes its Executive Board and appoints Thomas Ricker as CEO

Automatica China 2027: Leading trade fair expands to Shanghai for the first time

Packaging automation for flexible and integrated production processes

Center Stage at the Hannover Messe as a platform for industrial transformation

Physical AI enables voice control for industrial automation

Neste invests €111 million in large-scale chemical recycling with new upgrading facility in Finland

Pharmaceutical Digitalization: Rovi chooses MES from Rockwell Automation

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