The global manufacturing landscape is increasingly embracing robotics, as evidenced by a substantial rise in installations worldwide. According to the World Robotics 2024 Report, over 4.28 million robots are now operating in factories, marking a 10% increase, with annual installations surpassing half a million units for the third consecutive year.
Arvato and Groendus deploy a 6.45MWh battery storage system in Gennep, optimizing 40,000 solar panels to achieve 60% energy self-sufficiency and 1,600-ton annual CO₂ reduction.
Ray Penny becomes the first non-Japanese President of Mitutoyo Europe, marking a strategic shift toward new growth and continued metrology market leadership.
Industry-first 55” and 65” optical bonding surgical displays enter mass production; new QDII OTS platform to ship in July; OLED display adopted in ultrasound imaging.