Dr. Indra Pradana Singawinata begins Second Term as APO’s 13th Secretary‑General
16 September 2025, marked the start of Dr. Indra Pradana Singawinata’s second term as the 13th Secretary‑General of the Asian Productivity Organisation (APO). He was reelected by the APO Governing Body at its 67th Session in May 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia. His new term runs until 15 September 2028. APO […]
PXGEO wins two-year geophysical contract to support Malaysia Upstream Activities
First contract in Malaysia for seismic data acquisition and marine geophysical specialist PXGEO has secured its first contract in Malaysia to deliver offshore seismic data acquisition services under a two-year agreement. This includes a minimum commitment of 365 days of acquisition activity over the contract term utilizing the PXGEO […]
Advanced tooling strategy drives emissions reduction for Indonesian manufacturer
Sandvik Coromant helps PT Kubota cut costs and emissions Thanks to a combination of advanced tooling technology, expert collaboration and a deep commitment to customer value, metal cutting and manufacturing solutions expert Sandvik Coromant has enabled PT. Kubota Indonesia to achieve new heights in sustainable manufacturing. The results demonstrate improved […]
Black & Veatch contribute global, regional best practices in sustainable infrastructure at Enlit Asia 2025
As Southeast Asia continues to navigate the complexities of the energy transition, Black & Veatch, a global leader in human critical infrastructure, contributed its expertise in sustainable infrastructure at Enlit Asia 2025 to support the region’s low-carbon energy efforts. “Southeast Asia economies are increasingly collaborating to advance the deployment of lower-carbon […]
10th Belt & Road Summit celebrates business, investment and co-operation
The 10th edition of the Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong (September 10-11) gathered about 6 200 high-profile participants from governments, international organisations, companies and the global media to celebrate a decade of achievements in promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (B&RI). Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special […]
Preview of the 2025 CIFTIS: Key Highlights Revealed in Advance
BEIJING – The Shougang Park, a former industrial site transformed into an “urban showcase,” will welcome the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (2025 CIFTIS) this September. The annual theme of this year’s event is “Embrace Intelligent Technologies, Empower Trade in Services,” with over 800 companies already expressing […]
Global-local alliance powers a new era in Japan’s geothermal energy
Swedish company Baseload Capital has announced a strategic investment in Japanese geothermal energy developer Furusato Netsuden. The partnership aims to unlock Japan’s untapped geothermal potential and build a replicable model for sustainable energy development worldwide. Combining a global investment portfolio with a community-rooted business model, this strategic partnership aims […]
Alpha Group partners with Flight Digital and Impact PR to strengthen global presence
Major Investment in Biotech Manufacturing New Zealand biotech exporter Alpha Group has confirmed new strategic partnerships with digital specialists Flight Digital and public relations consultancy Impact PR, to accelerate its international expansion. The announcement comes on the back of Alpha’s NZ$115 million investment into a new 60,000m² biotech manufacturing facility […]
Topcast authorised distributor of Druck in China and the APAC region
Topcast, the world-leading aircraft parts distributor and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) service provider, is proud to announce its appointment as the authorised distributor for Druck Aerospace Pressure Sensors across China and the Asia-Pacific region. Under this new agreement, Druck — a Baker Hughes business — has designated Topcast Aviation […]
Accelerating Robotic Sensing: BLT and Haptron Scientific Co-Engineer Next-Gen Optical Force Sensors
As humanoid robotics and embodied intelligence technologies rapidly advance toward industrial-scale deployment, high-performance force sensing plays a critical role in enabling compliant control, precise manipulation, and robust mobility over complex terrains. Six-axis force/torque sensors have become essential components for safe and adaptive human-robot interaction. Since 2024, Haptron Scientific and Bright […]
Solving tapping challenges with smart tooling
In the world of precision manufacturing, the smallest of inefficiencies can create costly production roadblocks. For PT Sparta Guna Sentosa, an Indonesian automotive and industrial components manufacturer, one roadblock came in the form of persistent long chips during tapping operations — an issue that had long affected production efficiency and […]
Reshaping global lubricant supply chains: Trump-Era tariffs driving industry pivot towards Asia
With the global lubricants industry still adjusting to the lasting impact of U.S. trade policy enacted during the first presidential term of U.S. President Donald Trump, supply chains are undergoing dramatic shifts—and Asia is solidifying its role as the sector’s global hub. While the U.S. tariffs primarily targeted a broad […]
Sidel’s Beijing Plant unveils large-scale installation advancing green factory initiative
Sidel’s Beijing Plant’s rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system has now achieved full grid connection. Thousands of PV panels now form a blue armour-like array across the facility, gleaming under the sunlight. This milestone green energy project injects new momentum into Sidel’s sustainable operations, marking a solid step forward in the company’s decarbonisation journey and setting a new benchmark for green transformation in the industry. Solar PV system powers low-carbon operations as ‘Green Energy Hub’ launched With an installed capacity of 2.1 MW, Sidel Beijing’s solar system is expected to generate 4,394,700 kWh annually – meeting 60% of the plant’s daily operational electricity needs and reducing CO₂ emissions by 2,452 tonnes per year. Through the innovative ‘self-consumption with surplus feed-in’ model, 35% of the clean energy generated will be fed back into the municipal grid via smart power networks after fulfilling on-site demand. This enables optimised allocation and efficient utilisation of green energy, transforming every ray of sunlight into sustainable power. As a signature project to China’s ‘Dual Carbon’ strategy implementation, the installation features industry-leading LONGi Hi-MO7 high-efficiency modules with 615W panel power and a top-tier conversion efficiency of 23.1%. Multi-pronged approach to building a model green factory Since establishing operations in Beijing in 2008, Sidel Beijing Plant has embedded sustainability into its core strategy. Continuous environmental investments and innovations culminated in 2025 certifications including ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System; ISO 14064-1:2018 Zero Carbon Factory; and GB/T 39257-2020 / GB/T 33635-2017 5-Star Green Supply Chain Management. As a Beijing-certified Green Factory, Sidel’s environmental efforts go far beyond solar energy, encompassing an intelligent Energy Management System (EMS) and Building Automation System (BAS) for precise energy control; a retrofit programme for equipment frequency conversion to reduce consumption; low-temperature distillation technology to minimise effluent from acid-wash passivation; continuous optimisation of water recycling systems […]