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Life Sciences Industry Conference 2026 announces full speaker lineup for AI-ready manufacturing programme
The Life Sciences Industry Conference 2026 has confirmed its speaker lineup, bringing together practitioners, strategists, and governance experts to address AI adoption across Ireland's pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. The programme places plant floor experience and regulatory credibility at the centre of every session.
Echion secures South Korean contract manufacturer for XNO cells
Cambridge-based Echion Technologies has signed an MOU with South Korea's Energy Tech Solution to manufacture demonstration cells using its niobium-based XNO anode technology. ETS will allocate capacity in Chungju for the production.
Francicea moves into manufacturing with new Lichfield cleanroom
Francicea has completed a new GMP cleanroom manufacturing facility at its Lichfield site, moving the homeopathic products supplier into in-house manufacturing. Cleanroom & Containment Facilities delivered the project with CCTech providing validation support.
Kraft Heinz names new UK Ireland finance chief
Kraft Heinz UK & Ireland has appointed Lucy Hovey as CFO, overseeing finance for a business built around Kitt Green, Europe's largest food manufacturing facility. She joins from Unilever, succeeding Darren De Vires.
Cork manufacturer Alps gains ISO approval for medtech work
Cork manufacturer Alps Electric EMS, part of Japan's Alps group, has achieved ISO 13485 certification, opening the door to medical device manufacturing. The Millstreet facility employs 350 people across automotive and medtech electronics.
Astellas doubles Tralee capacity with new filling line
Astellas Pharma is doubling aseptic drug-product manufacturing capacity at its Tralee, Ireland facility, adding a second filling line to the site. The expansion builds on the plant's original €330m investment announced in 2023.
Two in a Row: Ireland’s July 2026 Production Data Confirm a Positive Manufacturing Trend
Ireland’s CSO July 2026 data show quarterly manufacturing production up 2.7% for a second consecutive positive period. Back-to-back quarterly gains and flat annual turnover give Irish manufacturing leaders strong grounds for confidence.
Dr Bernadette Whelan brings pharmaceutical manufacturing expertise to Life Sciences Industry Conference 2026
Dr Bernadette Whelan, Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Science and Programme Leader in GMP and Technology at SETU Waterford, joins the advisory committee for the Life Sciences Industry Conference 2026. Her twelve years in the Irish pharmaceutical industry and doctoral research on sustainable competitive advantage bring both practical and strategic depth to the programme.
Steady and Expanding: What the UK’s August 2026 Manufacturing PMI Means for Ireland’s Leaders
The UK S&P Global Manufacturing PMI eased to 51.7 in August but held expansion for a tenth consecutive month. For Irish manufacturers, UK job growth and a six-month optimism high signal positive bilateral demand.
Nomad Foods lifts waffle output with Lowestoft investment
Nomad Foods has invested £2.2m in a new potato waffle production line at its Lowestoft factory, lifting annual capacity to 18,250 tonnes. The investment is part of a wider upgrade to UK manufacturing.
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