Europe’s manufacturing sector is confronting a defining challenge: a persistent shortage of skilled CNC operators, programmers and precision machinists. For a region built on engineering excellence, this is not a signal of industrial decline but a moment of transition. As technology reshapes production, the issue is not that jobs are disappearing. Instead, roles are evolving faster than traditional skills pipelines can supply them. Tezmaksan CEO Hakan Aydogdu explains why closer collaboration between people and automation is key to turning the skills gap into a long-term advantage.

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BAKERS BASCO'S investigations team has completed its first operational visits to the Isle of Man and Isle of Wight in almost two decades, recovering more than 340 pieces of bakery equipment and strengthening relationships with businesses across both islands.

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When J.G. Kelly Supplies took delivery of the first-ever Combilift C-Series 28 years ago, nobody would have predicted it would still be in daily operation today, says Paul Kelly

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NULOGY WILL return to the PPMA Show from 22-24 September 2026, showcasing an expanded portfolio of solutions that help food and beverage manufacturers make faster, more informed decisions across production, quality and compliance.

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MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC Automation Systems Division UK is urging UK machine builders to act now to ensure that they are ready for the Cyber Resilience Act’s (CRA) upcoming vulnerability reporting deadline.

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Following the 2022 revision of BS EN ISO 9712, BINDT has updated its PCN certification scheme and launched a new interactive online training course to help candidates meet the more stringent requirements

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With manufacturers under pressure from multiple directions, the quality of supplier relationships has never mattered more. Moving from transactional to collaborative partnerships can deliver real gains in maintenance performance and resilience, says Andy Fletcher

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Steel door manufacturer Robust UK and sister firm BGS Intelligent Door Solutions have donated two new doors to Luton Foodbank, replacing worn entrance and fire exit doors that had become a security risk

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Blackmon Power has transformed its electrical inspection workflows with a new thermal camera and digital app platform, significantly cutting report generation times and giving customers real-time visibility of their electrical system health

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For many plants, the gap between maintenance strategy and daily execution is wider than it should be. Timly sets out three practical steps that can help close it

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Office hygiene may be less complex than the demands of the production floor, but it remains important. A combination of small steps and professional support can deliver real quality of life benefits for office-based employees, suggests Jade Collazo

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SEMA HAS announced the launch of a new Duty Holders course which will be the first dedicated training programme aimed directly at warehouse owners and leadership. 

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As workplace temperatures climb, materials first developed for ski and cycling helmets are moving into industrial PPE to keep workers cooler and safer, explains Chris Ellerby

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BLUEBIRD, A TSC Auto ID company, redefines enterprise mobility with its award-winning, next-generation X40 handheld computer.

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In partnership with Schneider Electric, Royal Avebe has electrified its Foxhol site without reinforcing its grid connection, offering a model for European industry as more than 14,000 Dutch businesses contend with grid capacity waits of up to a decade

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Non-thermal alternatives are gaining ground, but heat-based processing still offers advantages that newer techniques struggle to match, explains Francisco Hernández Ortiz

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Swiss dairy manufacturer Züger Frischkäse has cut water and cleaning agent consumption after deploying a Baumer conductivity sensor to detect phase transitions in real time during CIP

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The new Krzyż Wielkopolski facility will combine six double-deep stacker cranes, a floor-mounted monorail and Mecalux's warehouse management system to centralise distribution for Thule's European and international markets

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FUNDRAISING IS now underway across the Adelphi Group of Companies, as employees unite to support the business’ 2026 Charities of the Year through a programme of fundraising activities and initiatives.

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A recent fire at a recycling facility in Widnes, Cheshire, believed to have been caused by a damaged lithium battery from a discarded disposable vape, has highlighted the risks associated with improper battery disposal. As lithium-powered devices become increasingly common, understanding how to safely use, store and recycle batteries is more important than ever, explains Neil Oliver

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