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Author: CUTTING TOOL ENGINEERING

Kingsbury, Additure, and ATLIX form a strategic alliance, making Kingsbury the exclusive dealer of ATLIX 3D metal printing systems across the UK, Ireland, and GCC, starting January 2026.

Author: The Irish Independent

Technimark plans a major Longford manufacturing campus, proposing a new medical-device moulding facility and up to 120 jobs, reinforcing Ireland’s appeal for foreign investment despite global tariff pressures and reshoring concerns.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Irish manufacturing sector is showing resilience, driven by innovation, strategic investment, and sustainability initiatives. This edition highlights the key forces shaping the industry while providing readers with actionable insight into growth trends and operational excellence. Recent data and industry developments illustrate this resilience in action. 'Irish manufacturing strengthens as new orders and exports lift November PMI' signals a robust period of expansion, reflecting rising demand and confidence in domestic capabilities. Alongside rising demand, sustainability is emerging as a critical focus for long-term stability. 'PepsiCo advances water strategy to secure supply and restore watersheds' underscores the importance of sustainable resource management in securing long-term operational stability and environmental responsibility. Meanwhile, recognition at the industry level highlights how operational excellence and innovation set benchmarks for the sector. 'Glenpatrick Spring Water named Manufacturer of the Year - Food & Beverages at Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025' earlier this year demonstrates how excellence in innovation, quality, and efficiency can strengthen competitiveness. These developments point to a unifying principle: sustainable growth in Irish manufacturing relies on strategic foresight, operational expertise, and responsible practices. Engaging with these stories offers readers a clear view of how the sector is innovating, adapting, and thriving in a dynamic global environment.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Earlier this year, Glenpatrick Spring Water was recognised at the 2025 Manufacturing Excellence Awards with the Manufacturer of the Year – Food & Beverages award, setting a benchmark for inspiring sector innovations in 2026.

Author: APPAREL RESOURCES

Gildan Activewear completes acquisition of HanesBrands, expanding its global footprint, combining iconic apparel portfolios, and targeting $200 million in cost synergies while maintaining ESG standards across manufacturing operations.

Author: Manufacturing Digital

PepsiCo advances water sustainability with efficient factories, watershed restoration, and community projects, aiming to become net water positive while conserving freshwater, improving crop yields, and supporting safe water access globally.

Author: insider media

Dawn Meats acquires 65% of New Zealand’s Alliance Group, forging a strategic partnership to enhance global red meat supply, sustainability, and investment in technology, while farmers retain a 35% stake.

Author: Irish Examiner

Ireland’s manufacturing sector strengthened in November, driven by rising new orders and export sales, with production growth and optimism increasing, though hiring slowed and input costs continued to rise.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The manufacturing sector is entering a phase of accelerated evolution, shaped by technological advancement, strategic collaboration, and rigorous operational standards. This edition reflects that momentum, bringing together stories that demonstrate how leading organisations are strengthening capability and redefining performance across global markets. First, ‘Hydromer partners with Avem to accelerate medtech innovation’ illustrates how strategic collaboration is enabling faster innovation cycles and expanding capabilities across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. The partnership demonstrates the sector’s growing emphasis on cross-border knowledge exchange and agile development. Meanwhile, investment is scaling operations. ‘GE Appliances boosts U.S. manufacturing with $150M in supplier contracts’ highlights how financial commitment enhances supply chain resilience and strengthens production capacity, signalling confidence in long-term growth. In addition, operational excellence and workforce safety remain central. ‘Aerogen's win for Excellence in Health & Safety at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025’ earlier this year shows how rigorous safety standards and proactive practices support sustainable performance and reliability. Each story charts a sector evolving through innovation, investment, and disciplined execution. Readers are invited to explore these developments further, gaining insight into the forces shaping manufacturing’s future.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Earlier this year, Aerogen was named Excellence in Health & Safety winner at the 2025 Manufacturing Excellence Awards, recognised for four years without an LTRA and industry-leading safety initiatives including its “Good Catch” Hazard Identification Program.