HMS Networks now announces that Red Lion and N-Tron are officially product brands "by HMS Networks." For thousands of automation engineers and system integrators all over the world, this means that scalable industrial solutions for cloud connectivity, edge intelligence, asset management, industrial Ethernet switches, panel meters and operator panels are now available from one trusted source, presented on hms-networks.com.

Essentra Components has revealed that 20 of it sites have achieved zero waste to landfill, more than two thirds (67%) of the sites in scope. Essentra sites in the UK and the US, as well as in Monterrey (Mexico), Hengzhu and Ningbo (China), and Milan (Italy) all achieved zero waste to landfill for 2024.

OMRON has been recognised with a 2025 iF Design Award for its new Automation Centre in Stuttgart, Germany. The award, presented by the iF International Forum Design, highlights the Automation Centre's thoughtful design and its contribution to collaborative industrial innovation.

Camozzi Automation UK has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to supporting distributors through investment in infrastructure, technical expertise, and trusted partnerships.

IMI's Industrial Automation business will be exhibiting at Automatica, the leading trade event for smart automation and robotics in Munich from 24- 27 June.

German-based LAPP Group has acquired Cableforce Electronics. By joining forces with the Chinese circular connectors specialist based in Southern China, LAPP aims to expands its global market presence and manufacturing footprint for industrial connectors.

RS Group has launched its 2025 Food and Beverage EMEA Whitepaper. Based on in-depth research and expert insights, the report deep-dives into the complex challenges facing the F&B sector in Europe.

HepcoMotion has announced a significant expansion with the addition of three new sites. Two of the facilities, set to be operational by year-end, will increase the company's footprint by 25-30%, while the third - currently in the planning phase - will provide further capacity to support future growth.

R. A. Rodriguez has announced the launch of a completely re-designed online gear shop. Initially, RAR Gears was launched in 2016, enabling customers to find and buy gears quickly and easily. The new launch will offer a host of benefits for users, with a 10% discount available until 31 July 2025.

A specialist delivery team and regional steering group have been appointed to lead Made Smarter South East and support manufacturing and engineering SMEs to adopt cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.