ABI Research predicts that manufacturers will spend US$2.6 billion on simulation software by 2030. [ + ]

'Born digital' facilities to transform recycling of polypropylene, a high-volume, versatile plastic rarely recycled today. [ + ]

Eight resources technology and critical minerals processing projects have had funding announced under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative. [ + ]

Research to improve the inspection of metallic oil and chemical tanks using mixed reality technology. [ + ]

OTTO Motors has announced a series of partnerships to extend the availability of its line of AMRs to a global audience. [ + ]

Nozomi Networks is the latest to secure funding for OT cybersecurity services and technologies, while partnerships with automation vendors are on the rise. [ + ]

APS Industrial has announced a national distribution agreement with Baumer Group, starting 1 July 2021. [ + ]

Norwegian biotechnology company Aker BioMarine has commissioned GEA to design and deliver the world's first pilot plant for hydrolysing krill protein. [ + ]

Kaeser Compressors is offering compressed air as a service, where end users can buy the compressed air they need in the same way they would buy other utilities. [ + ]

HRS Heat Exchangers has announced that it has been acquired by Canadian company Exchanger Industries Limited (EIL). [ + ]

World's first patent awarded for an invention made by an AI could have seismic implications on IP law. [ + ]

German industrial vision company IDS has released a software update for the company's IDS NXT platform that extends its AI capabilities. [ + ]

Yokogawa research shows that by 2030 a majority of companies in the process industry expect to implement autonomous operations. [ + ]

Construction is underway on a research facility that will build capacity in the production of critical minerals for battery and renewable energy systems. [ + ]

ABB's LST200 ultrasonic level transmitter was awarded best in category for physical and technical design. [ + ]