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Rocco Lupoi brought additive manufacturing research expertise to Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025
Looking back to last year, Rocco Lupoi, Associate Professor at Trinity College Dublin and co-founder of the STAM research group, served on the judging panel for the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025. His internationally recognised research in additive manufacturing and advanced coatings brought exceptional technical authority to the programme.
Stockpile or Strategise: Why Irish Manufacturers Must Move Beyond Reactive Thinking
UK factory output hit a 21-month high in June as stockpiling ahead of supply chain disruption spurred output growth. For Ireland’s manufacturers, the S&P Global PMI signals both shared risk and strategic opportunity.
Arridex opens West Africa's first multi-technology additive manufacturing facility in Lagos
Nigerian industrial manufacturer Arridex has opened the Omnifactory in Lagos, described as West Africa's first multi-technology industrial additive manufacturing facility. A Mega Omnifactory is planned for commissioning by Q1 2027.
Chery opens first South African manufacturing plant with plans for 50,000 vehicles annually
Chinese automaker Chery has launched its first manufacturing plant in Rosslyn, South Africa, transitioning from importer to local manufacturer. Production begins mid-2027, with full capacity of 50,000 vehicles annually on a single-shift basis.
CK International acquires Lyndex Recycling Systems to form enlarged CK Lyndex manufacturing business
Northern Ireland engineering company CK International has acquired Lyndex Recycling Systems in Telford, rebranding the combined entity as CK Lyndex. Ulster Bank provided a multi-million package of debt and trade finance to fund the deal and support working capital.
WrxFlo raises €3m to accelerate UK and US expansion of its AI manufacturing platform
Irish AI-powered software company WrxFlo has raised €3 million to accelerate expansion in the UK and US. The round was led by Elkstone, with participation from Furthr VC, Enterprise Ireland and angel investors.
FactoryXChange 2.0 launches new phase to help Irish manufacturers adopt emerging technologies
FactoryXChange 2.0 has launched its new delivery phase backed by €23m in EU and Enterprise Ireland funding. The programme brings 17 consortium partners together to help Irish manufacturers adopt AI, automation and advanced analytics.
Barry Cox brought standards development and emerging technology expertise to Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025
Looking back to last year, Barry Cox, Standards Development Manager at the National Standards Authority of Ireland, served on the judging panel for the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025. His expertise in international standardisation for additive manufacturing and industrial robotics brought a distinctive and technically grounded perspective to the programme.
Ireland’s Manufacturing Moment: Growth, Exports and Resilience in a Turbulent World
Ireland’s June 2026 AIB manufacturing PMI hit 54.9, outpacing the Eurozone and the UK. Strong export demand, consecutive employment growth, and robust pricing power signal a defining opportunity for Irish manufacturing leaders.
Australian medtech company Oli secures $2m federal grant to establish Sydney manufacturing base
Australian maternal health technology company Oli has secured a $2 million (€1.2m) federal grant to build manufacturing capabilities in Sydney. The funding follows a $6.5 million (€3.8m) Series A3 raise and supports a commercial launch by end of 2027.
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