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RAICo tests digital twin robot system for nuclear work
Robotics

RAICo tests digital twin robot system for nuclear work

Reducing specialist training demands could let more decommissioning staff use robots safely in hazardous nuclear sites, RAICo says.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Sep 2026

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Vector launches skills intelligence for manufacturers
Manufacturing

Vector launches skills intelligence for manufacturers

Manufacturers can now spot skills gaps and cover absences faster as Vector's new software tracks validated workforce readiness in real time.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
New industrial AI stack challenges automation pyramid
Robotics

New industrial AI stack challenges automation pyramid

Manufacturers may soon rely less on cloud data lakes as vendors race to let AI query shop-floor systems and control machines more directly.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Neural Concept launches AI tool for engineering software
Space

Neural Concept launches AI tool for engineering software

Engineers at manufacturers can now automate tedious simulation steps as Neural Concept's MCP Bridge links AI agents to CATIA, NX and Abaqus.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Forterro launches MyForterro.ai for industrial businesses
Manufacturing

Forterro launches MyForterro.ai for industrial businesses

Early users of the platform expect faster decisions and less manual work as Forterro embeds AI into existing industrial software systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Rockwell launches AI orchestration platform for factories
Manufacturing

Rockwell launches AI orchestration platform for factories

Manufacturers may gain faster engineering and maintenance work as Rockwell links AI agents, workflows and industrial software in one platform.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
Octave names S-OIL & Coupang as APAC award winners
Data Analytics

Octave names S-OIL & Coupang as APAC award winners

The awards spotlight software use that is helping operators cut downtime and improve engineering data reliability across Asia-Pacific industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2026
Software-defined automation reshapes industrial control
Virtualisation

Software-defined automation reshapes industrial control

Industrial operators could cut downtime and supplier lock-in as open, software-led systems replace rigid control hardware.

By Mohammed Hazique Shaikh • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2026
Autodesk adds AI tools & MaintainX in strategic deal
Software-as-a-Service

Autodesk adds AI tools & MaintainX in strategic deal

The move could help customers link field operations to design and manufacturing workflows as Autodesk broadens artificial intelligence across its software.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2026
Knowby gains G2 High Performer status in Fall 2026
Software-as-a-Service

Knowby gains G2 High Performer status in Fall 2026

Rising pressure on manufacturers to digitise instructions has helped Knowby secure G2 recognition across 18 reports in the latest cycle.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Sep 2026
Atira raises USD $17.5 million for industrial AI sales
Software-as-a-Service

Atira raises USD $17.5 million for industrial AI sales

The funding will speed hiring and overseas expansion as manufacturers adopt software that has cut ask-to-bid times by up to 80%.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Sep 2026
Yokogawa signs BuyCo deal to widen supply chain reach
Software-as-a-Service

Yokogawa signs BuyCo deal to widen supply chain reach

Materials manufacturers could cut transport costs and emissions as Yokogawa adds BuyCo's container shipping software to its industrial offering.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Sep 2026
GearJoT launches UK fleet platform after Stevens pilot
Software-as-a-Service

GearJoT launches UK fleet platform after Stevens pilot

Construction and rental firms can now track mixed fleets in one system, after a three-year Stevens Equipment Rental trial helped refine the software.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Sep 2026
Digital twin market to hit GBP £4.2 billion by 2030
Manufacturing

Digital twin market to hit GBP £4.2 billion by 2030

Stand-alone spending remains tiny, but the sector is set to more than triple as firms struggle to stitch together fragmented digital twin tools.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026

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Evos lands USD $9 million to automate industrial work
Manufacturing

Evos lands USD $9 million to automate industrial work

The funding will help Evos expand autonomous operators across manufacturing and freight, after it passed USD $1 million in annual revenue within four weeks.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Tagsight launches AI platform for engineering drawings
Digital Transformation

Tagsight launches AI platform for engineering drawings

Engineers could save hours of manual re-entry as the Calgary firm's software turns P&IDs and PDFs into traceable records now used in 30 countries.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Configit signs US partnership with NxRev for manufacturers
Software-as-a-Service

Configit signs US partnership with NxRev for manufacturers

Manufacturers using PTC systems could gain tighter links between engineering and sales after Configit and NxRev formed a US partnership.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2026