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Dassault Systèmes demonstrates AI-driven manufacturing in virtual environments
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.
PRISM project empowers SMEs to adopt low-carbon manufacturing
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.
Iseki appoints new UK and Ireland managing director amid manufacturing milestone
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.
Trane Technologies develops sustainable manufacturing solutions with University of Galway
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.
Production Excellence
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.
Viatris Little Island Wins Operational Excellence Award at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025
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.
JSW Energy commissions India’s largest green hydrogen plant
JSW Energy has commissioned India’s largest green hydrogen plant in Vijayanagar, Karnataka, supplying JSW Steel for low-carbon steel production. The project supports India’s green hydrogen targets and the company’s net-zero goals.
Jungbunzlauer expands into the US with first manufacturing facility in Illinois
Jungbunzlauer has completed its acquisition of a Thomson, Illinois production site from IFF, establishing its first U.S. manufacturing facility to serve North American customers, support local jobs, and expand production of natural ingredients.
Mzuri Group positions for growth following strategic investment and acquisitions
Mzuri Group, a Lisburn-based luxury window coverings specialist, reported a resilient 2024 despite turnover falling to £191m and EBITDA to £11.5m, following £20m BGF investment, strategic acquisitions, and marketing/product development spend.
CEL opens first US manufacturing Facility to serve AI and Cloud data centres
CEL, an Ireland-based power solutions provider, has opened its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Williamsburg, Virginia, under a $40 million investment, creating 250 jobs initially and expanding to 500 by 2030 to serve AI and cloud data centre markets.
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