Industry News
Saudi Arabia to offer shares in Aramco
A public offer of only 2% of what is the world's most profitable company, oil giant Aramco, could be the largest IPO in history. [ + ]
B&R to present first fully robot-integrated solution at SPS
ABB robots become an integral feature of the B&R automation portfolio. [ + ]
ABB commissions six gearless mill drives in Panama
Commercial copper production now underway at large open pit Cobre Panama mine. [ + ]
Biomaterials herald new chapter in Australian auto manufacturing
Research into sustainable composite materials is contributing to the development of Australian-made electric vehicles. [ + ]
ABB to support Asia–Pacific clean energy project
ABB will deliver automation, electrification and instrumentation solutions for the Hydrogen Energy Supply Chain pilot project. [ + ]
Siemens Yatala secures major deal with Californian utility
Largest single order for locally researched and developed Fusesaver from a Californian utility to help reduce risk of wildfires. [ + ]
New outdoor test laboratory for large e-chains
Energy chain systems are tested at speeds of up to 8 m/s over a travel of 400 metres. [ + ]
Process optimiser for large-scale applications
Yokogawa says its Dynamic Real Time Optimizer is capable of high-speed processing and can collectively control large-scale processes. [ + ]
In-situ groundwater monitoring system developed by CSIRO
A groundwater sensor system developed by CSIRO will make environmental monitoring faster, more reliable and less labour-intensive for the resources industry. [ + ]
Samarco joint venture obtains licence to reopen Brazil mine
Samarco and joint venture partners BHP and Vale are cleared to resume iron ore mining operations at the site of a tailings dam disaster in 2015. [ + ]
ABB joins cybersecurity alliance for operational technology
The OTCSA alliance will develop comprehensive cybersecurity guidelines for operational technology infrastructure. [ + ]
Pilot plant to produce high-purity alumina for batteries and LEDs
Australian researchers, along with mining company Lava Blue and the IMCRC, will set up a pilot plant to transform kaolin clay into high-purity alumina. [ + ]
Volvo Group creates autonomous transport solutions business
Volvo Autonomous Solutions will accelerate the development, commercialisation and sales of autonomous transport solutions. [ + ]
Konica Minolta announces pivot to future technology
Konica Minolta Australia has announced a major shift in the company focused on key areas including solutions, software and future products. [ + ]
ABB to bring autonomous technology to the Port of Singapore
ABB has entered into a contract to enable autonomous tug operation in Singapore in 2020. [ + ]
