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Mark Allinson

Vertical farming company 80 Acres acquires three indoor facilities from Kalera

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80 Acres Farms is expanding its footprint with the acquisition of three indoor vertical farms and related IP previously owned by Kalera. The farms are strategically located in Georgia, Texas, and Colorado.

As the demand for fresh, local, pesticide-free produce continues to grow, 80 Acres Farms is leveraging more than a decade of industry learnings by acquiring and revitalizing existing vertical farming facilities.

The company is turning these assets into productive farms through its Infinite Acres technology, proven operational expertise, and commercial relationships. [Read more…] about Vertical farming company 80 Acres acquires three indoor facilities from Kalera

ABB financials and spin-offs: What’s behind the sharp drop in share price?

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ABB’s share price just a month ago was above CHF 50 (which converts to slightly more than $60). In the past few days, it’s fallen to below CHF 40. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, trading under the ticker symbol ABBN.

While the sudden decline may appear alarming, it’s important to consider the broader context. ABB’s stock has more than doubled over the past five years, indicating strong long-term investor confidence in the Swiss engineering giant.

The recent dip may reflect short-term uncertainty rather than a fundamental problem with the company’s business model or product offerings. [Read more…] about ABB financials and spin-offs: What’s behind the sharp drop in share price?

GreyOrange selects enVista to join its certified partner network

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GreyOrange, a provider of warehouse automation software and robots, has agreed a partnership with enVista, a supply chain and enterprise solutions provider.

enVista joins GreyOrange’s Certified Partner Network of system integrators providing custom automation and store solutions powered by GreyOrange software.

With this partnership, supply chain and retail leaders will benefit from enVista’s proven and industry-trusted implementation, integration and deployment consulting services for GreyOrange’s GreyMatter and gStore Software as a Service (SaaS) applications. [Read more…] about GreyOrange selects enVista to join its certified partner network

UPS explores use of humanoid robots from Figure AI to alleviate problems caused by labor shortages

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UPS, one of the world’s largest logistics companies, is in talks with robotics startup Figure AI to explore the potential deployment of humanoid robots in its logistics operations, according to Bloomberg, in what could become a significant milestone in warehouse automation.

The robots under discussion are Figure AI’s flagship model, the Figure 02 – a bipedal, AI-powered humanoid standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and capable of lifting up to 20 kilograms.

Designed to operate in environments built for humans, the robot is intended to perform physically repetitive tasks such as lifting, sorting, and transporting packages. [Read more…] about UPS explores use of humanoid robots from Figure AI to alleviate problems caused by labor shortages

Omron separates robotics business unit in ‘strategic step’

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Omron has announced the creation of what it describes as “a dedicated global robotics organisation”, describing it as a “strategic step”.

The company says the restructuring reflects Omron’s “continued commitment to robotics as a core part of its value proposition and an essential pillar of its complete end-to-end automation solutions”.

The new robotics organisation will operate alongside Omron’s automation business, allowing both to complement and reinforce one another.
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Siemens to acquire Wevolver

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Siemens Digital Industries Software says it will acquire engineering software company Wevolver, expanding its audience reach, enhancing the Supplyframe product portfolio, and combining digital marketing and integrated campaign programs that include go-to-market support and content creation.

Acquired by Siemens in 2021, the Supplyframe DSI platform is a rich intelligence resource for the electronics industry and leverages billions of continuous signals of design intent, demand, supply and risk factors.

The acquisition of Wevolver amplifies Supplyframe’s reach to more engineers researching future product designs. [Read more…] about Siemens to acquire Wevolver

Flexiv expands to Europe through partnership with Italy’s Time Robotics

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Flexiv Robotics, a provider of “general-purpose” robotics solutions, says it has reached a “major milestone” in its international expansion strategy with the signing of its first European partnership agreement.

The collaboration with Italy-based Time Robotics marks Flexiv’s strategic entry into the European market.

In response to growing international demand, this partnership ensures that Flexiv’s advanced adaptive robots are now available not only in Italy but across Europe. [Read more…] about Flexiv expands to Europe through partnership with Italy’s Time Robotics

Research report: China’s ADAS market surges as full-stack solutions dominate

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By Shihao Fu, technology analyst at IDTechEx

While Level 3 autonomy continues to face regulatory and liability challenges in 2025, SAE Level 2+ ADAS is reshaping China’s automotive landscape, driven by vertically integrated supply chain solutions and declining hardware costs.

According to IDTechEx’s Passenger Car ADAS Market 2025-2045: Technology, Market Analysis, and Forecasts report, although the overall L2+ penetration rate across the entire Chinese market remains modest, a noteworthy trend is emerging among China’s new energy vehicle startups.

In 2024, 52 percent of their total vehicle sales supported L2+ functionality. Domestic suppliers such as Huawei and Horizon Robotics are leading this transformation. [Read more…] about Research report: China’s ADAS market surges as full-stack solutions dominate

Robotic airport ground handling operations: High-tech robots ‘redefine safety and performance’

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High-tech robots are ‘redefining safety and performance in ground handling operations’, according to Nordic Dino Robotics, a provider of robots for automatic aircraft washing and aircraft cleaning services

Each year the aviation industry develops new solutions to improve ground handling operations efficiency and increase worker safety.

More and more companies are adopting enhanced ground support equipment (GSE) that can benefit both by advancing operational performance and helping to avoid incidents at work.

A good example of such useful GSE is automated aircraft-cleaning robots. These modern cleaning systems can optimise productivity and protect workers from significant risks associated with manual cleaning operations. [Read more…] about Robotic airport ground handling operations: High-tech robots ‘redefine safety and performance’

Deep Robotics debuts new four-legged robot

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Deep Robotics, a developer of embodied AI and robotic systems, has launched the “industry-grade” Lynx M20 series, which it describes as “the world’s first mid-sized wheeled-legged robot built specifically for challenging terrains and hazardous environments during industrial operation”.

Featuring a lightweight design and continuous operation capabilities under extreme conditions, Lynx M20 sets a new benchmark for intelligent robotic platforms working in complex scenarios.

Equipped with advanced AI motion control algorithms, Lynx M20 can autonomously adjust its posture to tackle rugged mountain trails, muddy wetlands, debris-strewn ruins, and more. [Read more…] about Deep Robotics debuts new four-legged robot