The Gridvis power grid monitoring software is the central tool for visualizing and evaluating energy data in the Janitza portfolio. It combines functions for alarm management, report generation, and dashboards and is aimed at both energy managers and technical experts in network monitoring. This exclusive interview with Tofas Florinas, Product Marketing Manager Software, and Adrian Hertstein, Head...
Nestlé has started 2026 on a steady footing. The company reported organic growth in the first quarter, while currency effects weighed on reported revenue. Categories such as coffee, culinary products, and snacks contributed significantly to this performance. Regional momentum in emerging markets is also shaping the current business environment.
Syntegon continues to strengthen its position as a machinery manufacturer for the pharmaceutical and food industries and is projecting significant growth for 2025. Rising sales, a high volume of new orders, and improved financial metrics demonstrate the effectiveness of the company’s strategic direction. At the same time, the company is investing in capacity, new product development, and global...
With its IIoT platform Moneo, Ifm takes a practical approach to getting started with digitalization projects: quick integration, intuitive operation, and clear added value for customers. In an exclusive interview, Mohamed Al Kadari, Vice President of Industrial IIoT at Ifm, explains how no-code, AI modules, and cloud technologies complement each other. He also explains which use cases focus on and...
SK Pharma Logistics is further expanding its position in pharmaceutical logistics through its merger with Med-X-Press. The joint platform combines infrastructure, regulatory expertise, and logistics services for highly regulated supply chains in the healthcare sector. The goal is to create scalable and secure structures for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medtech companies and to meet the growing...
Robot density is considered a key indicator of the level of automation in industry. Current data shows that Europe, North America, and Asia are continuing to expand their robotics infrastructure. While Western Europe currently has the highest robot density in the manufacturing sector, Asian markets are catching up significantly. This trend underscores the growing importance of automation for...
BASF has commissioned a new integrated site in China, thereby expanding its production capacity in the world’s largest chemical market. The site in Zhanjiang embodies integrated value creation, a broad product portfolio, and the use of renewable energy. At the same time, BASF is strengthening its local market presence and focusing on long-term growth as well as a stronger orientation toward...
SEW-Eurodrive and Safelog are jointly developing a software system for controlling mobile and stationary processes. The partnership combines software expertise with automation technology and addresses the need for flexible and scalable process structures. The goal is to control applications more efficiently while also exploring new approaches to integrating robotics and software in industrial...
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...
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...
