Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

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.

Author: Power Technology

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.

Author: The Manufacturer

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.

Author: insider media

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.

Author: FOX40

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.

Author: Irish News

Coca-Cola HBC is investing £26m in a new high-speed recycled plastic bottle line at its Lisburn facility, operational by May 2026, boosting production capacity, supporting 960 employees, and reinforcing supply chain and environmental commitments.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The manufacturing sector is demonstrating resilience amid a changing global landscape, balancing slower growth with long-term strategic investment and operational excellence. While Ireland’s manufacturing growth slows to a ten-month low, the sector remains steady, reflecting both post-pandemic recalibration and shifting international demand. Manufacturers are responding with targeted innovation and strategic expansion, ensuring competitiveness despite global headwinds. In Europe, Eli Lilly’s €3B Netherlands investment signals renewed confidence in advanced manufacturing and supply chain security. The facility will strengthen global production capacity, positioning Europe as a vital hub for life sciences manufacturing excellence. Recognition within the industry remains strong, with Hygeia named Manufacturer of the Year in the small business category, a testament to the agility, innovation, and dedication driving success across all levels of the sector. These developments underscore manufacturing’s ability to evolve under pressure, proving that sustained investment and innovation remain its strongest assets. Explore the full stories and stay informed on the trends shaping the manufacturing landscape.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Hygeia, headquartered in Oranmore, Galway, has been named Manufacturer of the Year – Small Business at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025, recognising the company’s enduring commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable growth.

Author: Energy Storage News

Samsung SDI will expand U.S. energy storage battery production to 30GWh by 2026, targeting the stationary storage market amid weak EV demand and policy shifts limiting Chinese manufacturers’ U.S. access.