FairWind is expanding in the Asia-Pacific region with the acquisition of Australia’s Cosmic Group, strengthening its position in wind power installation and maintenance.

Predictive maintenance and obsolescence management have long been recognised as ways for manufacturers to reduce downtime. But these approaches can also help companies meet their ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) objectives, argues Matthias Ludwig, Managing Director of Radwell International Germany.

The new EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 takes full effect on January 20, 2027, replacing the long-standing Machinery Directive. It’s not just an update—it’s a whole new rulebook. Are you ready to play by it?

For Jan Stoker, Researcher & Strategic Advisor for Asset & Maintenance Management, the transition from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0 marks a fundamental shift: “Technology is no longer the goal—it’s the tool that helps us create sustainable, resilient, and human-centric value.”

Sustainability has become a decisive factor in industrial competitiveness, shaping how companies invest, operate, and survive. For Europe’s maintenance professionals, this shift offers both a challenge and an opportunity: embracing energy-efficient, low-emission practices is now vital for long-term success.