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Author: NASDAQ

Hydromer partners with Avem Market Solutions to expand access and technical support for advanced medical device coatings across Europe and the UK, accelerating innovation, regulatory compliance, and commercialisation for medtech developers.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The manufacturing sector is entering a phase where technology and collaboration are driving efficiency, sustainability, and adaptability. Looking back to earlier this year, Seagate Technology Wins Best Use of Technology at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025 showcases how advanced solutions are transforming production processes and setting new industry benchmarks. Trane Technologies develops sustainable manufacturing solutions with University of Galway underscores the growing role of partnerships in embedding environmentally responsible practices across operations. Meanwhile, Dassault Systèmes demonstrates AI-driven manufacturing in virtual environments illustrates how digital modelling and artificial intelligence enable manufacturers to anticipate challenges, optimise workflows, and innovate with greater precision. Collectively, these stories demonstrate a clear trajectory: manufacturing is becoming smarter, greener, and more interconnected. Each development not only enhances operational efficiency but also provides a template for future-proofing organisations in a competitive global landscape. Explore these articles to see how your organisation can leverage innovation, sustainability, and AI-driven insights to remain resilient and ahead of the curve.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Seagate Technology won the Best Use of Technology award at the 2025 Engineering Excellence Awards earlier this year. Their pioneering AI-enabled Generic Image Focus Quality System highlights their transformative impact on quality control and operational efficiency.

Author: RTX

Collins Aerospace, part of US-based RTX, has opened a 26-acre manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, India. The site integrates AI, robotics, and additive manufacturing to produce advanced aerospace components for global markets.

Author: Dassault Systèmes

Dassault Systèmes, a French software company, is using AI-powered virtual twins to demonstrate advanced car manufacturing processes. The campaign in Seoul highlights the integration of AI, robotics, and simulation in modern industrial production.

Author: Ireland Live

The PRISM Project, a €7.6 million initiative in Northern Ireland, targets SMEs in agri-food, mineral processing, and polymers to advance low-carbon manufacturing. Cross-border research and innovation partnerships will drive sustainable growth and decarbonisation.

Author: Golf Business News

Iseki, a Japanese manufacturer of compact tractors and ride-on mowers, marks 100 years in engineering excellence. The company appoints a new UK & Ireland managing director while continuing to deliver precision machinery.

Author: Yahoo Finance

Trane Technologies, a US-based climate and manufacturing innovator, partners with the University of Galway to develop sustainable, advanced manufacturing technologies. The collaboration focuses on innovation, automation, and clean production methods.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The manufacturing sector continues to evolve through strategic investment, international expansion, and recognition of operational excellence. Organisations are embracing innovation, efficiency, and precision to strengthen supply chains and maintain competitiveness in an increasingly global market. Targeted capital investment is reshaping production capabilities. Coca-Cola HBC invests £26M in Lisburn bottling line demonstrates how infrastructure upgrades can enhance productivity, maintain quality, and meet rising consumer demand. Global expansion remains a key growth driver. Jungbunzlauer expands into the US with its first Illinois facility highlights the strategic value of geographic diversification and access to new markets, enabling scalable operations and long-term competitiveness. Anticipation is rising for the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2026. To look back at the standard set this year, Viatris Little Island’s Operational Excellence win showcased the sector leadership, efficiency, and strategic precision that continue to define best-in-class performance and set the benchmark for even stronger competition ahead. Explore the full stories and stay informed on the innovations shaping modern manufacturing.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

After Viatris Little Island’s 2025 win for Operational Excellence award, attention now turns to 2026 as the Manufacturing Excellence Awards prepare to celebrate the manufacturers driving efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth across Ireland’s sector.