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Wienerberger begins construction on world's first fully electric roof tile kiln at Broomfleet
Austrian building materials group wienerberger has begun construction on the world's first fully electric roof tile kiln at Broomfleet, East Yorkshire. The £37 million (€43m) project will cut Scope 1 emissions from the production line by 75%.
Legrand opens 43,000 sq ft electronics manufacturing facility in Cramlington as European centre of excellence
French electrical infrastructure group Legrand has opened a 43,000 sq ft electronics manufacturing facility in Cramlington, Northumberland. The purpose-built, gas-free site serves as a European centre of excellence for Legrand's CP Electronics and Legrand Care brands.
Northern Ireland commits £2m to advanced manufacturing skills under Enhanced Investment Zone programme
Northern Ireland has announced £2 million (€2.3m) in advanced manufacturing skills funding under its Enhanced Investment Zone programme. The investment will deliver over 400 qualifications across engineering, digital, and business disciplines in 2026/27.
Finlay welcomes strengthened Irish distribution as Dungannon Plant Sales joins forces with Ace International
Finlay's Irish distributor Dungannon Plant Sales has merged with Ace International, operating from a new purpose-built headquarters in Ardboe, Co. Tyrone. The strengthened operation increases capacity across sales, hire, and after-sales support across Ireland.
Manufacturer of the Year – Large Business shortlist announced at Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025
Last year's Manufacturer of the Year – Large Business category at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025 drew a shortlist of standout organisations competing at the highest level of Irish large-scale manufacturing, spanning pharmaceutical, architectural glass, life sciences, and consumer healthcare sectors. The category reflected the strength and ambition defining Ireland's most significant industrial operators, with Astellas Ireland (Kerry Plant) ultimately named winner for setting a benchmark across innovation, quality, and operational efficiency.
Built to Outperform: Why Ireland’s Construction Product Manufacturers Are Better Placed Than the UK Data Suggests
UK construction product sales fell across heavy and light side manufacturers for the first time in over two years. Irish manufacturers with stronger cost discipline and access to Ireland’s structural build pipeline are well placed to outperform.
Carvin Pool Equipment and CCEI North America launch smart automation partnership in US manufacturing market
Carvin Pool Equipment and CCEI North America have formed a partnership to integrate smart automation systems into aboveground pool manufacturing for the US market. The collaboration advances connected water system technologies within industrial equipment manufacturing.
Vetter launches construction of €500m pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Germany
CDMO Vetter has begun construction of a 50,000 sqm pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Saarlouis to expand injectable drug production. The investment strengthens EU industrial capacity in advanced sterile drug manufacturing and life sciences production.
Schlötter Ireland marks 50 years of chemical manufacturing operations in Kildare
Schlötter Ireland has marked 50 years of operations in Kildare, highlighting growth in specialty chemical manufacturing for industrial and high-tech sectors. The milestone reflects long-term expansion in advanced materials supply chains supporting manufacturing industries.
Smithstown Light Engineering integrates Starrag machining system to advance precision manufacturing
Smithstown Light Engineering has integrated Starrag’s Bumotec 191neo into its manufacturing operations to advance precision medical device production. The investment strengthens automated machining capacity and supports high-value industrial manufacturing growth.
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