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FSC Report Raises Pressure For Certified Procurement in the UK
FSC Report Raises Pressure For Certified Procurement in the UK By Andre Ellington Procurement Magazine September 30, 2026 Category: Wood, Paper & Green Building Region: International LONDON — With rising expectations to prove material origin, a new report from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) UK emphasises responsible sourcing as a major component in purchasing decisions.
How Unilever is Deploying AI for Supply Chain Resilience
Unilever is connecting AI, digital twins and customer data across its global supply chain as shorter demand cycles and continued disruption place greater pressure on how quickly products can move from production to consumers. Vicky Cuthbert, Chief Product Supply Chain Officer for Unilever Personal Care, says the company is investing in people and technology to improve the speed, agility and resilience of its operations.
How Compal is Scaling AI Server Manufacturing Capacity
Compal Electronics is expanding its AI server manufacturing to build a more resilient global production network. To achieve this goal, the electronics company has established its new Daxi Manufacturing Center in Taoyuan, Taiwan which focuses specifically on AI workload technology. A total investment of NT$4.03bn (US$125.87m) was directed toward property acquisition, facility upgrades and the integration of cutting-edge manufacturing equipment.
How Rockwell Automation is Improving Manufacturing With AI
Rockwell Automation is connecting AI-powered visual inspection with its quality management system. The industrial automation and digital transformation company is integrating its FactoryTalk Analytics VisionAI with Plex Quality Management System (QMS) to enhance the visual elements of operations while maintaining quality workflows.
Rubix: Manufacturers Optimistic Despite Ongoing Uncertainty
According to the latest Rubix Uptime Index, European manufacturers are growing increasingly confident despite continuing uncertainty surrounding supply chains, geopolitical tensions, economic volatility and workforce shortages. First launched in 2025, the index measures the resilience of manufacturers across Europe and how prepared they are to maintain operational uptime amid ongoing disruption.
Inside UPS' Logistics Centre in Taiwan
UPS has opened a new operation centre in Taiwan. (Credit: UPS) UPS has expanded its logistical reach by establishing a new operations centre in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. This facility will offer comprehensive end-to-end logistics services across southern Taiwan, assisting local businesses and organisations in optimising their shipping and delivery capabilities for new technologies.
How Mondel─ôz is Manufacturing Circular Packaging
For food manufacturers, flexible packaging remains one of the more challenging formats to decarbonise due to strict food safety requirements and performance standards. Chemical recycling is increasingly being explored as a complementary technology to mechanical recycling, particularly for mixed plastic waste streams that cannot be processed through conventional methods.
Flex And Cerebras Scale American AI Manufacturing
Global manufacturer Flex wants to expand its footprint within the scope of artificial intelligence manufacturing in North America. In order to accomplish this, the electronics company has partnered with AI cloud innovation firm Cerebras Systems Inc. Together, both companies will streamline production of the Cerebras CS-3, which is one of the world's most advanced AI accelerator systems.
WBCSD And EU Food Group Partner on Regenerative Agriculture
WBCSD, OP2B and EIT Food are collaborating to support large-scale regenerative agriculture transitions. (Credit: EIT Food) The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and One Planet Business for Biodiversity (OP2B) have partnered with the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Food to implement a blended finance pilot for regenerative agriculture in the East of England, with plans for replication across Europe.
Protolabs Advances Drone Manufacturing With 3D Printing
Digital manufacturing firm Protolabs intends to further integrate advancing technology into its drone production by expanding its Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D printing service. For this initiative, Protolabs partnered with HP Additive Manufacturing, the 3D printing technology branch of HP. Protolabs’ enhanced 3D technology emphasises expanded drone manufacturing, enabling engineering teams to innovate while adhering to strict weight constraints.
How IBM Makes Sub-Nanometre AI Chip Technology
Global tech company IBM is pushing functional boundaries in the world of innovation with the creation of its new AI chip. Representing the first sub-1 nanometre (nm) chip technology in the world, IBM's latest advancement features nearly 100 billion transistors. This fingernail-sized chip utilises a 0.7 nm transistor architecture, also known as the 7 angstrom node.
Concentra Builds Medical Centre To Support Manufacturing
To support local manufacturing growth, US occupational health business Concentra has launched a new medical facility in Goodyear, Arizona. The new centre will provide occupational health services to the construction, distribution, warehousing, manufacturing, transportation and logistics sectors.
US Steel Invests US$475m to Improve Facility Operations
US Steel has now approved US$475m in funding for the manufacturing of a new quench and tempering (Q&T) Line at its Tubular Operations in Fairfield, Alabama. By establishing internal capacity for heat-treated products, this strategic funding enables the expansion of both new and existing customer partnerships. David B. Burritt, President and CEO of US Steel, says: “This investment marks a significant milestone in our commitment to American manufacturing excellence.
GM Looks to AI to Assist Vehicle Development Process
General Motors (GM), the American automotive giant, is ramping up its focus on a virtual-first methodology, leveraging AI to accelerate the vehicle development cycle. GM is presently developing a concurrent manufacturing framework that allows a broader range of team members to collaborate within a unified digital environment.
Inside Nestlé's Automated California Distribution Centre
Nestlé' has opened its largest distribution centre in the US (Credit: Nestlé') Global food and beverage corporation Nestlé has opened its second automation-centred facility in the US. Situated in Arvin, California, the new 700,000 square foot facility is described by the company as its largest and most technologically sophisticated distribution centre to date that will deliver popular brands including Nestlé Toll House, Coffee mate and Gerber.
Thales to Manufacture Advanced Radar Systems in Netherlands
Thales has created an alliance with the Netherlands Ministry of Defence to start the manufacturing process for advanced radar systems in the city of Hengelo. This will help develop operational resilience and efficiency throughout European defence manufacturing. To support the radar systems, the collaboration will investigate development, testing and production capacities within Thalesâ plants.
When Is Amazon Prime Day 2026?
How much can I save? Shoppers can score discounts of up to 70 percent during Prime Day. Top deals include up to 50 percent off coolers and drinkware from Hydro Flask, Stanley and Yeti; up to 40 percent off big-screen TVs from Hisense, LG and Samsung; and up to 35 percent off grills and smokers from Blackstone, Charbroil and Traegar; plus discounts on fashion, beauty products and back-to-school essentials.
Inside BlueOval Battery Park: Ford's Michigan's EV Ambitions
Ford aims to revolutionise battery technology at its new manufacturing plant in Marshall, Michigan. In 2026, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan is set to commence the shipment of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This milestone will establish the facility as the first in the United States to provide lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for the mainstream consumer automotive market.
PepsiCo Enhances Supply Chain With Autonomous Fleet
Jim Farrell, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain, PepsiCo Multinational food and beverage corporation PepsiCo is staying ahead of the curve by involving autonomous vehicles further into its transportation process. PepsiCo and technology company Gatik have forged a multi-year alliance making it the largest autonomous freight deployment to date.
Hyundai Develops Robot That Plays Football Like a Pro
Hyundai's humanoid was created in conjunction with Boston Dynamics as part of the car manufacturer's 'Next Stars Now FIFA World Cup 2026' initiative
GM to Manufacture Sodium-Ion Batteries in Michigan Plant
"The future of grid storage will be defined by affordability, reliability and American innovation. We're thrilled to partner with GM to bring a better solution to the American energy economy.” Sodium-ion batteries operate much like lithium-ion batteries due to their similar architectural makeup. They store and release energy through ions during charging and discharging. Both sodium and lithium are seated in the same column of the periodic table which also points to their parallel nature.
Harley Davidson Returns to US Manufacturing Facilities
Motorcycle manufacturing giant Harley Davidson is making its triumphant return back to the US after spending years building its legendary motorcycle engines and models overseas. The 123-year-old company’s Revolution Max engine platform, the liquid-cooled, dual-overhead-cam (DOHC) V-twin engine powering its modern lineup, is coming home to Pennsylvania and Wisconsin manufacturing facilities after several years of production in Thailand.
Honeywell Separates its Automation and Aerospace Brands
Honeywell has created two new entities for its automation and aerospace brands (Credit: Honeywell) In an effort to reshape its business framework, manufacturing giant Honeywell is dividing its operations into two distinct entities: automation and aerospace. On 26 June, 2026, Honeywell Technologies and Honeywell Aerospace will become separate publicly listed companies as the company maintains an estimated value of US$18bn.
NVIDIA Partners With LG To Build AI Factory For Robotics
Major technology company NVIDIA has partnered with South Korean conglomerate LG Group to create an AI factory. The new facility gives LG Group the ability to train, simulate, validate and deploy AI-centred applications through its various businesses which include electronics, house appliances, and more. The companies say they will start the process by building an autonomous manufacturing ecosystem to spearhead the operation.
Hershey Names Mitchell Arends Chief Supply Chain Officer
Mitchell Arends, Chief Supply Chain Officer, The Hershey Company The Hershey Company has picked Mitchell Arends as its new Chief Supply Chain Officer. Mitchell will succeed Jason Reiman on 22 June, 2026, who has spent 30 years at the company and will continue to be a part of the leadership process through April 2027 to facilitate a seamless transition.
Who CVS Pharmacy is Working With for Warehouse Automation
CVS Pharmacy is utilising automation in their warehouses. (Credit: CVS) Automation is at the heart of CVS Pharmacy distribution centres across the US. One of its distribution centres in Hainesport, New Jersey utilises hundreds of robots that sort over 10,000 everyday products in the warehouse through an automated storage-and-retrieval system. The robots come from three tech companies CVS has partnered with: AutoStore, Bastian Solutions and Tompkins Robotics.
UPS Improves Supply Chain Through North American Expansion
UPS is expanding their supply chain operations US delivery conglomerate UPS has made a US$50m investment in network capabilities to assist with improving automotive and industrial manufacturers. This investment coincides with the expansion of the companyâs North American Air Freight (NAAF) capabilities. Matt Guffey, UPS Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer shares his perspective on the change: âOur automotive and industrial customers want an easy button for logistics.
How CVS is Enhancing Efficiency With Robotics
CVS Pharmacy automates key operations at a major US distribution hub (Credit: CVS) Like many companies, CVS Pharmacy uses automation as a key element at one of its major US distribution centres. The distribution centre, located in Hainesport, New Jersey, relies on a detailed supply chain automation system supported by both advanced logistics and inventory control.
How Walmart is Streamlining its Supply Chain Process
Walmart is implementing a new strategy aimed at cutting down on the supply chain timeline for suppliers. The world’s biggest retailer introduced its Prepaid Consolidation Program dedicated to getting products on shelves swiftly for customers by streamlining inbound supplier logistics through technology. This newly-formed process will improve service and lower costs.
Inside Target’s New US$367m US Distribution Centre
Target’s newest food distribution centre helps deliver freshness faster (Credit: Unsplash/Shabaz Usmani) Target says it is committed to improving the delivery of fresh products for consumers at a faster pace. That is why the US retailer has opened a US$367m distribution centre in Thornton, Colorado, focused on streamlining its supply chain to bring fresh products to market faster.
Triple H Reveals Where Brock Lesnar Stands After WrestleMania Loss Original
Key Points Brock Lesnar's actions at Wrestlemania 42 sparked retirement speculation after loss to Oba Femi. Triple H described Lesnar’s exit as unplanned, calling it "a changing of the guard." WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Valiant confirmed his true final retirement after 62 years wrestling. Social media continues to buzz with the fallout from Wrestlemania 42, even though the event has officially concluded.
Triple H Discusses Brock Lesnar's Future After Emotional WrestleMania 42 Loss
Social media continues to buzz with the fallout from Wrestlemania 42, even though the event has officially concluded. Following an emotional defeat to rising WWE star Oba Femi, Brock Lesnar created one of the night's most significant moments by removing his ring attire and sharing a hug with his longtime advocate, Paul Heyman, in what appeared to be a retirement gesture. Paul Michael Levesque, known as Triple H, is the current Chief Content Officer and a former WWE icon.
Anthony Davis Broke His Silence About Luka Trade to Lakers in a Big Way Original
Key Points Davis expressed disappointment at not being informed about the Lakers-Dallas trade. “I think I deserved much more respect for what…all the time I’ve been here.” Following the mega trade last February, NBA star Anthony Davis has largely maintained his silence about the entire situation. In a move that stunned the basketball world and beyond, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Doncic, Markieff Morris, and Max Kleber from the Dallas Mavericks.
Noah Wyle’s Emotional Walk of Fame Speech Proves He’s Still Hollywood’s Most Relatable Doctor Original
Key Points Noah Wyle celebrated his Hollywood Walk of Fame star with his supportive family present. He credits his wife and children as his primary source of inspiration and motivation. "The Pitt" provides career opportunities, helping actor Patrick Ball pay off significant student debt. Noah Wyle is one of the hottest actors on television with his HBO Max medical drama, The Pitt, and now he’s been honored for his career accomplishments.
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