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Painting the Picture of Cybersecurity

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:37:06 +0200

Cyber threats are no longer confined to computer screens as they shape industries, economies, and even societies. In this exclusive interview, cybersecurity global expert Mikko Hyppönen paints the picture how the digital battlefield has evolved, what industrial leaders must do to protect their business operations, and why AI-generated art unsettles him.

Rallying Towards Cybersecurity

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:14:30 +0200

From five minutes to five seconds in remote connectivity. For a top-level rally team, every fraction of a second counts—not just on the track, but also in cybersecurity.

Shaping Denmark’s Maintenance Industry

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:33:42 +0200

The Danish Maintenance Society (DDV) is a non-profit network that connects professionals in Denmark’s maintenance industry. With around 1,000 members from over 350 companies, DDV fosters knowledge exchange and collaboration through conferences, seminars, and company visits. Its mission is to help organizations optimize operations through effective maintenance, positioning maintenance as a key factor for long-term success.

Smart Welding Revolution

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:23:45 +0200

As industries worldwide grapple with the shortage of skilled welders, automation is stepping in to bridge the gap. Kemppi, a leading innovator in welding technology, is at the forefront of this transformation, working alongside research institutions and industry partners to develop solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and adaptability.

Global Investment in the Energy Transition Exceeded $2 Trillion

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:09:31 +0200

China invested most and drove the majority of the growth in 2024, eclipsing the US, the EU, and the UK.

The Microbial Revolution

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:42:50 +0200

Microbes are nature’s engineers, capable of modifying and sustaining life’s fundamental processes, maintaining ecosystem balance, and revolutionizing industrial processes. Their role in industry has grown, especially in achieving sustainability and circular economy goals.

Digging for Gold: Endomines and the Global Mining Landscape

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:22:50 +0200

Gold mining, a cornerstone of the global economy, not only contributes significantly to economic growth but also supplies essential materials to various industries such as construction, energy, and technology. In an interview with the head of Endomines Finland, one of Europe's leading gold mining companies, we gained valuable insights into the industry's current state and the challenges mining companies must navigate to prosper in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Artificial Intelligence needs an expert partner

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:16:56 +0200

Artificial intelligence (AI) is well-suited for various applications in maintenance, if development considers application-specific requirements and limitations. Reliable models and expertise don't need to be reinvented through AI; instead, AI can be applied selectively. The importance of staff training is increasing.

The Machine Awakens

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 14:00:17 +0200

Cognitive maintenance and the end of failure

IN MEMORIAL, Kai Portman "Global Citizen – A Man of Two Professions"

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:14:59 +0200

Kai Portman, Sales Manager of Maintworld magazine, passed away suddenly on 17 February 2025 due to an injury. He was 54 years old, born in Helsinki on 5 May 1970.

Changes Under the New EU Packaging Regulation

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:53:05 +0200

The EU’s new PPWR Regulation will change the packaging industry.

ANYbotics has launched Data Navigator: Unlocking the Value of Robotic Inspection Data for Energy, Metals, Mining, Oil & Gas Industries

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:45:09 +0200

ANYbotics, a global leader in AI-driven robotic inspection solutions, has launched Data Navigator, a new asset management platform that empowers businesses to harness the full potential of inspection data.

Jari Kostiainen: ”A Good Feeling is the Highest Form of Intelligence.”

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:40:47 +0200

My background is in communication. As an editor-in-chief, I have worked in a somewhat similar context within the

Discover the 10 Best Maintenance Podcasts for 2024

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:30:03 +0200

Maintenance-related podcasts are an excellent way for professionals to stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and new technologies. However, with the number of quality podcasts available, deciding which ones are worth your time can take time. We've compiled a list of the ten best maintenance podcasts for 2024 so you can decide which ones to follow.

Successful Demonstration of Large-Scale Fossil-Free Hydrogen Gas Storage

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:58:49 +0200

The results show that it is technically possible to store fossil-free hydrogen gas for the production of fossil-free iron and steel at an industrial scale.

OECD Report Highlights Global Disparity in Wind Energy Support

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:32:58 +0200

A new OECD report finds significant disparities between government support received by Chinese and European wind turbine manufacturers.

Wärtsilä Lifecycle Agreement Offers Maintenance Cost Savings for One of Middle East’s Largest Dredger Fleet Operator

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:40:42 +0200

The agreement covers seven of NMDC’s dredgers, with the potential for expansion to additional vessels in the future.

Smart Condition-Based Lubrication and AI Intelligence Deliver Significant Cost Savings

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 19:59:07 +0200

The Swedish tech company pureSignal of Sweden AB has recently launched the wireless lubrication system, which is monitored via an app and features AI-based decision support.

TotalEnergies Chooses IFS for Global Asset Management Transformation

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 12:18:46 +0200

This strategic implementation is the foundation of TotalEnergies’ EAM project, which will streamline asset management and services onto a single platform and integrate with TotalEnergies’ future ERP solution.

Report: State of Industrial Maintenance 2024

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 23:04:32 +0200

MaintainX has released its first annual State of Industrial Maintenance Report, providing a detailed analysis of the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping the sector.

Interplay Learning Expands Industrial Training with New Maintenance Catalog

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:46:44 +0200

The catalog provides a range of expert-led courses and hands-on 3D simulations designed to support industrial workforce development and improve operational efficiency.

Bilfinger Partners with Gasunie for Sustainable Infrastructure Development and Energy Transition

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:42:19 +0200

Bilfinger has formed a strategic long-term partnership with Gasunie to support the sustainable development of its gas transport infrastructure.

Smarter Memory Paves the Way for EU Independence in Computer Manufacturing

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:15:15 +0200

Researchers have developed components critical for optimising on-chip memory, a key factor in enhancing the performance of next-generation computers.

SPX FLOW and Siemens Collaborate on Digital Twin and AI Product Design

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 21:51:07 +0200

SPX FLOW and Siemens collaborate on digital twin and AI product design

Research: Green Hydrogen Production Costs to Fall to $2.5/kg by 2030 and $1.80 by 2040

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 22:32:22 +0200

ABI Research, a global technology research firm, predicts that global LCOH costs will reach cost-competitive levels, paving the way for heavy industry to reduce carbon emissions.

Saab to Modernise Sweden’s Coastal Anti-ship Missile Capability

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 22:22:45 +0200

RBS15 Mk3 has a range of over 200 km, can be launched from ships and trucks and is primarily used against naval targets.

Wärtsilä to Supply One of The World's Largest Energy Storage Systems to Australia

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 21:58:43 +0200

Technology group Wärtsilä has been selected by Origin Energy to deliver the third stage of the Eraring battery facility at Origin’s Power Station in New South Wales, Australia.

DiGlobal Introduces an AI feature that Can Predict the Future Degradation of Civil Infrastructure

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 21:34:49 +0200

Dynamic Infrastructure (DiGlobal) announces that it has developed an AI solution to predict the future deterioration of concrete and steel structures.

ABS and Akselos Sign Floating Wind MOU

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 21:15:53 +0200

ABS and Akselos have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote the design and certification processes for floating offshore wind projects.

New Findings Could Lead to Safer, More Stable Metal Batteries

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 04:18:46 +0200

Metal batteries have the potential to deliver more energy, at a lower weight, than the popular lithium-ion battery. The problem, however, is that the technology currently has too short a lifespan due to the highly reactive nature of the lithium metal within these batteries.