Operations Engineer

The project formed part of the Ferencváros-Kelenföld railway line capacity expansion scheme, with heavy transport and lifting specialist Mammoet supporting Hungarian infrastructure contractor V-HID during the installation. Located near Budapest Park, the bridge crosses Soroksári út, a major road into the Hungarian capital. Maintaining traffic flow was a key consideration, making a lengthy road closure impractical.

Based in Llanberis, North Wales, DMM manufactures equipment for climbing, rope access, tree care, rescue and work-at-height applications. As the UK’s only hot-forging manufacturer of climbing and safety hardware, the company places a strong emphasis on product quality and consistency throughout its production processes.

In Derby, the home of Rolls-Royce’s Civil Aerospace operations, the company is investing more than £140 million on new engineering and manufacturing services facilities to enable future growth and improve the work environment for employees. In addition, investments in aftermarket support will increase capacity and improve operational efficiency. The works are expected to be completed in 2028.

The partnership brings together NOVENCO’s ZerAx axial fan technology with ABB’s IE5 permanent magnet motor and variable speed drive (VSD), creating a complete fan solution designed to reduce energy consumption across a range of applications. Fan and ventilation systems operate continuously in many industries and are among the largest consumers of electricity within industrial facilities.

The company has completed the installation of a new Sidasa ZTR 16+ dip spin technology line at its Hradec Králové facility. The system is currently undergoing final testing ahead of commissioning. The new centrifuge-based line is capable of processing up to five tonnes of components per hour and features autonomous robotic operation with planetary and tilting systems.

ELGi Compressors Europe SRL, a subsidiary of Elgi Equipments Limited, has announced plans to expand its presence in Germany, strengthening its position in one of Europe’s largest compressed air markets. The move forms part of the company’s wider European growth strategy and follows more than seven years of expansion across the region. During that period, ELGi has increased its distribution footprint, enhanced regional capabilities and broadened access to its compressed air solutions.

The project combines a 3 MW electric heater with Energynest’s ThermalBattery, which provides 12 MWh of thermal storage capacity. Integrated into the site’s existing thermal oil infrastructure, the system primarily uses electricity generated by an on-site ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installation to deliver high-temperature process heat when required.

Stephen Morley, President of the Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM), made the appeal during the Labour Party Conference, arguing that small and medium-sized manufacturers need clear and consistent backing if they are to continue contributing to economic growth. Morley said many firms have remained resilient despite challenges including high energy costs, tighter regulation and steel trade measures.

The pilot project was carried out at the Port of Rønne in Denmark during preparations for the Baltica 2 Offshore Wind Farm, a joint development by Ørsted and PGE. The initiative was undertaken in collaboration with marine contractor Van Oord, which invited Mammoet earlier this year to explore opportunities to support its sustainability goals. As part of the wider Baltica 2 programme, Mammoet is responsible for receiving, marshalling and loading out 111 monopiles, each weighing around 1,700 tonnes.

The manufacturer, which traces its origins back to 1903, has secured a six-figure funding package from Lloyds through its Clean Growth Finance Initiative to support a series of energy-saving measures at its site. The investment includes the installation of a 740 kWp rooftop solar array, alongside the re-cladding of the company’s premises to improve insulation and reduce overall energy consumption. Laystall has also completed a site-wide upgrade to high-efficiency LED lighting.