GEODIS, in partnership with Prologis, has launched a 619-kilowatt (kWDC) rooftop solar system at Prologis Park Grande, Building 3, located in Tepotzotlán Estate of Mexico. This installation is projected to produce approximately 892 megawatt-hours of low-carbon energy annually—a key milestone in GEODIS’ global journey toward more sustainable logistics solutions. “This solar installation is more than just a technological upgrade—it’s a reflection of our ongoing commitment to innovation, responsibility and sustainability,” said Jessica Himmelreich, Vice President, Head of Sustainability, Occupational Safety and Health, and Dangerous Goods, GEODIS in Americas. “By investing in renewable energy at our facilities, we are advancing both…
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Geekplus, a global leader in warehouse robotics, has introduced the world’s first pallet-to-person system capable of automating operations across both frozen and chilled environments, setting a new standard for temperature-controlled logistics. The groundbreaking system is now operational at a 2,700-square-meter flagship facility run by leading cold chain logistics provider JJCL (Jinjiang Cold Logistics). It facilitates seamless pallet transfers across temperature zones ranging from -18°C to +5°C, representing the industry’s first production-grade deployment of fully automated, multi-temperature pallet handling. While automation has revolutionized much of the logistics sector, cold storage has remained a challenge due to extreme environmental conditions and technological…
KK Wind Solutions, a EUR 1 billion company owned by AP Moller Holding has inaugurated its largest manufacturing facility in Asia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion. Located in Dobbaspet, near Bengaluru, the new factory is expected to employ up to 400 people and play a pivotal role in the company’s global supply chain, serving customers both regionally and internationally. A formal inauguration ceremony was held, attended by Eske Bo Knudsen Rosenberg, Consul General of Denmark in Bengaluru, alongside key partners, customers, and members of KK Wind Solutions’ global leadership team. In addition to the factory, the…
NXP Semiconductors NV has unveiled its third-generation S32R47 imaging radar processors, built on 16 nm FinFET technology. These new processors deliver up to twice the performance of their predecessors. Combined with NXP’s mmWave radar transceivers, power management systems, and in-vehicle networking solutions, the S32R47 family meets ISO 26262 ASIL B(D) functional safety requirements. According to Yole Intelligence’s Status of the Radar Industry 2024 report, by 2029, approximately 40% of vehicles entering the road will be passenger cars with driving automation Level 2+(L2+)/ Level 3 (L3), with an increasing number of vehicles with Level 4 (L4). Imaging radar generates richer point…
RobotLAB, a leading innovator in robotics integration and automation solutions, is proud to announce the opening of RobotLAB Jacksonville. Spearheaded by Electrical Engineer and entrepreneur Dan Fico, this new location is poised to support one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities by delivering cutting-edge robotics technology to local businesses. With a background in hardware engineering and leadership roles at local startup companies such as Star Catcher and Made in Space (Redwire), experience working across industries such as Medical Devices and Aerospace, Fico brings deep technical expertise to the role. “I’ve spent over 15 years in highly regulated industries inventing products,” said…
VIAVI Solutions Inc. has announced the successful end-to-end over-the-air (OTA) validation of Metanoia Communications Inc.’s JURA Open Radio Unit (O-RU) at the VIAVI Automated Lab-as-a-Service (VALOR). This marks the first product validated in the lab’s newly launched RF-shielded anechoic chamber, ensuring compliance with O-RAN and 3GPP standards. VALOR, an automated Lab-as-a-Service platform for Open RAN testing, is supported by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) through the Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund. The lab officially opened on October 7, 2024, in Chandler, Arizona, with the RF chamber and two additional customer labs added on April 3, 2025. Metanoia’s…
SolarEdge Technologies, Inc., a global leader in smart energy solutions, today introduced a solar-powered EV charging system for businesses at Intersolar Europe 2025. Now available, the system features a new EV charger integrated with an advanced energy management platform developed following the acquisition of Wevo Energy. This solution expands the SolarEdge commercial and industrial (C&I) ecosystem, which offers scalable solar and storage technologies. Businesses using SolarEdge solar systems can now power their EV fleets with optimized solar energy, cutting energy costs significantly. One early adopter reported a reduction of around 70% in EV charging expenses. Christoph Vogl, CEO of BV-comOffice…
Miva, Inc., a leading provider of ecommerce software and services, has launched Miva 10.12, a major update designed to empower enterprise ecommerce teams with faster, smarter scalability. The release lays the foundation for Vexture, Miva’s upcoming AI-powered search engine, and delivers significant enhancements in product page customization, brand styling, and task automation. As ecommerce businesses face rising operational complexity and shopper expectations, Miva 10.12 offers a streamlined solution: enhancing the shopping experience while reducing overhead for ecommerce teams. “With Miva 10.12, we’re giving merchants AI and design superpowers without relying on developers or third-party tools,” said Rick Wilson, CEO of Miva. “This…
Helios Technologies, Inc., a global leader in advanced motion control and electronic control solutions announces the launch of MultiSlide, a compact, easy-to-use quick coupling system engineered specifically for compact excavators in the 3,000 to 7,000-pound range (30 to 70 hundredweights). Developed by Faster S.r.l., a company within Helios’ Hydraulics segment, the MultiSlide marks a significant step forward in operator safety, efficiency, and comfort in construction and earthmoving applications. “We’re proud to introduce MultiSlide, the latest addition to our hydraulics product portfolio. This product innovation builds on the strengths of Faster’s award-winning quick- release coupling engineering designs and its launch marks…
Merchants & Marine Bancorp, Inc., along with its wholly owned subsidiary Merchants & Marine Bank, has announced key leadership changes to its Board of Directors following the Company’s 2025 Annual Shareholder Meeting held on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Clayton Legear, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, the Bank, and its Family of Brands since 2019, has been elected Chairman of the Board for both entities. He succeeds longtime Chairman Royce Cumbest, who officially retired from the Board after an outstanding 40-year tenure. Cumbest served as President and CEO of Merchants & Marine Bank from 1985 to 2019 and…
Noodoe, a global leader in EV charging and energy management, has unveiled a revolutionary AI-driven charging management system aimed at transforming the future of transportation. Highlighted in a recent Amazon Web Services (AWS) case study, Noodoe’s AI Advisor leverages generative AI to intelligently optimize pricing strategies at EV charging stations, boosting revenue and utilization while laying the groundwork for seamless integration with autonomous vehicles. The AI powered EV Charging platform processes real-time charging data to deliver station-specific pricing recommendations, helping operators maximize both efficiency and profit. Early deployments have already shown strong results, with many stations experiencing revenue growth of…
Mars, the maker of some of the world’s most iconic treats and snacks, will return to the 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo in Indianapolis from May 13–15. At booth #5202, Mars will spotlight its newest product innovations, all informed by evolving consumer trends, while sharing insights on how seasonal occasions are positively impacting the category and retailers alike. “Treating plays an important role in life’s moments, big and small,” said Tim LeBel, President of Sales at Mars Wrigley North America. “As a consumer-obsessed company committed to shaping the future of snacking, Mars is constantly innovating ways for our brands to deliver…