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TechWorks widens AESIN to aerospace, defence & more
Robotics

TechWorks widens AESIN to aerospace, defence & more

The move opens the network to aerospace, defence and industrial firms grappling with the same software, security and systems challenges as automakers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

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Wipro renews ABB digital workplace deal with AI push
Data Analytics

Wipro renews ABB digital workplace deal with AI push

AI-led support will now cover ABB staff worldwide, as Wipro extends a long-running workplace contract to automate device management and service desk tasks.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month
Lf Energy launches modular OpenSTEF 4.0 forecast suite
Data Science

Lf Energy launches modular OpenSTEF 4.0 forecast suite

Utilities can now test and mix forecasting tools as LF Energy's rebuilt suite aims to cut operational overhead across grid and heating networks.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Australia could become Asia-Pacific AI infrastructure hub
Smart Cities

Australia could become Asia-Pacific AI infrastructure hub

Grid constraints could determine whether Australia wins a share of the region's fast-growing AI data centre investment, the paper says.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last month
The energy advantage: The next growth opportunity for Australia and New Zealand
Data Analytics

The energy advantage: The next growth opportunity for Australia and New Zealand

Nearly 40% of firms have delayed growth plans as volatile power costs and supply fears squeeze investment across Australia and New Zealand.

By Colette Munro • 4 min read • Last month
Trane & Eaton unveil AI data centre reference design
DataCentre infrastructure

Trane & Eaton unveil AI data centre reference design

The combined design could cut installation costs and copper use sharply as operators race to build more efficient AI data centres.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
AtkinsRéalis names Steve Vincent as Global Market Lead
Data centers

AtkinsRéalis names Steve Vincent as Global Market Lead

Rising electricity demand from AI and electrification is intensifying competition for power infrastructure talent, with AtkinsRéalis expanding its senior team.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Rehlko warns AI data centres need dynamic power checks
Data centers

Rehlko warns AI data centres need dynamic power checks

Operators face reliability risks as AI workloads strain generators, batteries and UPS systems beyond the limits of installed capacity.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Schneider Electric reports 3.69 sustainability Impact score
Supply Chain

Schneider Electric reports 3.69 sustainability Impact score

Its 2026 sustainability score of 3.69 keeps the group on track for a 4.20 target, as emissions and customer savings improved.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2026

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New Zealand distributors eye grid upgrades as demand rises
Risk & Compliance

New Zealand distributors eye grid upgrades as demand rises

Rising electrification is forcing New Zealand distributors to prioritise grid resilience, data and investment planning as demand outpaces upgrades.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Upper Hutt looks at funding study for 'transformational' rail stop
Hutt City Council

Upper Hutt looks at funding study for 'transformational' rail stop

A proposed Timberlea station could spur housing and retail growth in Upper Hutt if councillors agree to fund a feasibility study.

By Local Democracy Reporter • 3 min read • Last month
Global Citizen names speakers for Perth clean energy summit
Clean technologies

Global Citizen names speakers for Perth clean energy summit

The Perth gathering will seek backing for power access and renewable projects as almost 750 million people still lack reliable electricity.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last month
Tempel Canada to build CAD $132 million Burlington plant
Data centers

Tempel Canada to build CAD $132 million Burlington plant

The Burlington project is set to sustain more than 200 jobs and add nearly 100 more as demand for transformer equipment rises across North America.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month
Hybrids gain ground as carmakers rethink electrification
Persistence Market Research

Hybrids gain ground as carmakers rethink electrification

Rising charging gaps and price concerns are pushing buyers towards hybrids, with the global market forecast to reach USD $465.4 billion by 2033.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
New Zealand opens second round of EV charger loans
Meridian Energy

New Zealand opens second round of EV charger loans

About 10,000 public charge points by 2030 remain the target as the Government adds NZD $21 million to spur chargers in underserved areas.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Commerce Commission weighs Orion's NZD $1.51b plan
Commerce Commission

Commerce Commission weighs Orion's NZD $1.51b plan

Canterbury households could face higher power bills as regulators test whether Orion's NZD $1.51 billion network spend is justified.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Australia data centre boom strains power gear supply
Data centers

Australia data centre boom strains power gear supply

Supply bottlenecks for transformers could delay new data centres as Australia's AI boom intensifies pressure on the power grid.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last month