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Kolkata Metro adopts ABB’s electrification and motion control solutions Kolkata Metro, India’s first metro railway established in 1984, has partnered with ABB to enhance the efficiency, reliability and safety of its expanding urban transit network. Supporting seamless operations across underground and elevated corridors, ABB’s advanced electrification and motion-control solutions have been deployed across key metro infrastructure facilities. Today, the 72-km metro system operates more than 300 train trips daily and...

HANNOVER MESSE announces ROBOTICS AWARD 2027 competition HANNOVER MESSE announces the start of the renowned annual ROBOTICS AWARD competition. Now, companies and institutions can submit their robot-based automation and logistics solutions to be considered for the award. The award ceremony will be held during the HANNOVER MESSE Preview on 24 February 2027 in Hannover. The deadline to apply is 1 November 2026. Each year, HANNOVER MESSE organizes the ROBOTICS AWARD to...

Srichakra Polyplast, Lindner Washtech Join Forces for PCR Recycling in India Srichakra Polyplast, one of India's leading producers of food-grade recycled plastics, has partnered with Lindner Washtech, a German-origin global recycling technology company, to install two advanced washing lines for processing post-consumer recycled (PCR) film and rigid plastic waste. “The partnership will strengthen Srichakra’s PCR film and rigid plastics recycling capacity, improving recycled material quality, processing efficiency and supply reliability for...

ABB launches high-efficiency power conversion solutions for solar and storage As grid constraints and renewables expansion accelerate, ABB has launched its Proteus PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS) portfolio. With utility-scale renewable electricity generation expected to grow by 60 percent over the next four years, according to the International Energy Agency, the Proteus portfolio delivers high-efficiency power conversion solutions for utilities, power producers, and renewable developers worldwide. ABB will present...

Chhattisgarh Bags Rs. 9,580 Cr Investment Proposals, Eyes 7,800 New Jobs Hyderabad, June 12, 2026: Chhattisgarh today attracted investment proposals worth Rs 9,580 crore across high-growth sectors including data centers, semiconductors and GPU architecture, solar energy equipment, textiles, and pharmaceuticals at the state Investors Connect in Hyderabad. Seven major organizations submitted proposals that are expected to generate around 7,800 direct jobs, underscoring growing investor confidence in the state's industrial ecosystem...

ICEMA Human Capital Summit Highlights Skills, Innovation and Leadership Reaffirming the Construction Equipment industry’s commitment to building globally competitive talent capabilities, the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (ICEMA), with support from the Ministry of Heavy Industries, successfully organised the 3rd CE Human Capital Summit in New Delhi, under the theme “Shaping the Workforce of Tomorrow for the Evolving Construction Equipment Industry – Skill | Productivity | Technology | Innovation.” Bringing together...

ELGi Showcases Intelligent and Energy-Efficient Compressed Air Solutions at INTEC 2026 Elgi Equipments, one of the world's leading air-compressor manufacturers with over six decades of compressed air excellence, showcases its latest energy-efficient compressed air technologies and solutions at the 21st edition of INTEC, the International Machine Tools and Industrial Trade Fair, at the CODISSIA Trade Fair Complex in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The tradeshow, scheduled from June 4–8, is expected to...

Mastercam India to introduce CAD/CAM Vocational Education to UP Schools Mastercam India announced the signing of the MoU between the Uttar Pradesh Government — Secondary Education Department (Samagra Shiksha, Secondary) — and the consortium led by NELCO Ltd (A Tata Enterprise), comprising leading global brands including Mastercam, Yaskawa, 3D Systems, and Ace Designers, to upskill young learners in Design, Robotics, Electronics, Additive Manufacturing & Drone Technologies. The Memorandum of Understanding was...

World Environment Day 2026 | ABB Special Series | Episode 1 - Energy Efficiency As the world moves from climate conversations to climate action, ABB India brings you the first episode of a special three-part series exploring how industries can become leaner, cleaner and more sustainable. In Episode 1, leaders from ABB India’s Motion business discuss how advanced motor and drive technologies are helping industries improve productivity while significantly reducing energy...

HARTING goes for hydrogen technology The HARTING Technology Group has commissioned a new fuel cell plant in Espelkamp, Germany. The pilot plant from the Bavarian manufacturer Reverion complements the existing biogas and photovoltaic plants. Initially, the plant will convert locally produced biogas directly into electricity, thereby making the energy supply at the Espelkamp site even more efficient and climate-neutral. “The plant complements our energy management perfectly,” says Philip Harting, CEO of...

Netrasemi launches AI Chip, gears up for commercial production Netrasemi, a Thiruvananthapuram based fabless semiconductor startup, has announced the launch of its flagship AI system on chip (SOC) A2000. The chip has now achieved successful silicon Bringup and getting ready for commercial production. The SoC chip with smart vision and real-time video analytics capabilities enables on-device AI for smart cameras and Edge AI platforms. The chip fabricated at TSMC's 12nm advanced...

RIR Power Electronics Secures First Overseas Order for 125mm 5kV SCR Thyristors Mumbai, May 27, 2026: RIR Power Electronics Limited, a Mumbai-based manufacturer of high-performance semiconductor devices, assemblies, and energy management systems, has secured its first international order for 120 units of its advanced 125mm 5kV Silicon-Controlled Rectifier (SCR) thyristors. The order marks a significant milestone for the company and reinforces growing global confidence in RIR Power Electronics’ portfolio of high-power...

India a Bright Spot for Global Machinery Firms: VDMA The latest VDMA Business Climate Survey for India, conducted between 20 April and 4 May 2026 among 85 member companies, shows a modest improvement in business sentiment: a clear majority rates the current situation as satisfactory or good, capacity utilisation remains robust, and order books have strengthened. Against a backdrop of tariff-driven supply-chain realignments and weak momentum in parts of Europe,...

Mumbai Metro Deploys India’s First AI-Based Pantograph Monitoring System In a major step towards intelligent and predictive metro operations, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has deployed India’s first Automated Pantograph Condition Monitoring System (APCMS) across the Mumbai Metro network. The AI-powered system is expected to significantly improve operational reliability, passenger safety, and maintenance efficiency by enabling real-time monitoring of critical train components. The newly introduced APCMS replaces conventional manual...

Future Towards Sustainable Concrete Transportation Putzmeister iONTRON Electric Truck Mixer and the Transition to Sustainable Construction Around the world, economies are accelerating their shift toward sustainability, not only as an environmental imperative, but as a strategic driver of long-term competitiveness. Urbanisation, infrastructure expansion, and tightening emission norms are reshaping how construction fleets are powered and operated. The industry today faces a dual responsibility: deliver productivity and reliability while significantly reducing carbon...