Industry News
GE decides to keep GE Digital in the fold
GE has announced it will retain its digital business, GE Digital, which it had previously announced it would spin off as a separate business. [ + ]
New Zealand satellite company to digitalise with Siemens tech
New Zealand-based small satellite launch service Rocket Lab will digitalise its production lifecycle with Siemens software. [ + ]
High number of ICS security vulnerabilities uncovered: report
A study has uncovered a high number of IoT and industrial control system (ICS) security vulnerabilities in real-world networks. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
