They are the questions that are being asked everywhere, and life sciences is no exception. What will the world look like post-Coronavirus? Here we consider a couple of factors relating
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How do you keep a factory running during the COVID-19 crisis? The main problem isn’t social distancing necessarily, but keeping workers motivated during the slowdown. That’s according to new research
Most of the manufacturers said COVID-19 will affect their operations, as per an ongoing study by PwC. Over 40% were worried about the consequences for their workforce and a reduction
DUBLIN (Reuters) – Irish manufacturing activity recovered slightly after suffering its sharpest monthly decline on record in April but still contracted rapidly in May as the economy began to slowly
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies are creating new ways to show they care about their employees, customers, and cities. I have written about companies like AWS , Amazon, Cloudera, Dell Technologies, Google, HPE, HP, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, ON Semiconductor, Pega, Qualcomm , Apple, Cisco,
Portable dis-infection units kill all airborne viruses, including Covid-19 surrogate Dis-infected air can help close ‘hygiene loop’ as companies look to re-open post-lockdown Irish-made plasma technology in high demand as
A Shannon SME is producing face shields for the health sector free of charge. Advanced Technical Concepts (ATC) located in Smithstown Industrial Estate is deploying its additive manufacturing division to
A PHARMACEUTICAL company has donated hand sanitiser to the HSE as well as local organisations to help the fight against Covid-19. Douglas GAA, camogie and ladies football clubs recently received
The Future of Hygiene is in Our Hands! Advanced Hygiene Technologies – One thing that COVID-19 has taught the world is that handwashing will never be (or allowed to be)
Honeywell has announced that it will build a new production line capable of producing up to 4.5 million FFP2 and FFP3 disposable face masks per month at its Newhouse site in
You cannot afford downtime or process interruptions when your application is critical. That’s where Endress+Hauser can provide you with the best technical support network to keep your operating systems, instrumentation
History will tell us what the medium and long term implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on business have been. We have all seen changes to everyday working. As a
From a global labour shortage to the unexpected challenge of the Covid-19 crisis, automation has never been more relevant to the survival of manufacturing businesses. Universal Robots, the global leader
If ever a global crisis proved to remind us that an over-reliance upon scarce manual resources, and impractical overcrowded working conditions is unsustainable for the security of our supply chain
UK exporting business Vernacare has increased production to help hospitals internationally to contain the Coronavirus Vernacare has been providing the NHS with infection control products for 50 years, but since
Safe collection and disposal of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), used to protect all types of keyworker during the unprecedented COVID-19 situation, has given rise to new challenges for waste
What started as a small family business in 1947 selling radio valves and TV spares next door to Mulligan’s in Poolbeg street, the company moved to Hatch Street in the
Hybrid Technology Partners, a technology solutions provider headquartered in Limerick, and global ERP software company, Priority Software, have announced a new partnership which will see the creation of 20 jobs over the
The Scaffolding Association is a member organisation of SEC Group – The Specialist Engineering Contractors’ Group, who have just the select committee to recommend the following actions to support small
As part of the Sustaining Enterprise Fund, Enterprise Ireland will administer a specific Sustaining Enterprise Fund for Small Enterprise. This fund will provide a €25k to €50k short term working
Almost two-fifths (37%) of manufacturers don’t expect trading conditions to return for normal for 6-12 months after COVID crisis ends. And further 17% say it will take over a year to
The April AIB PMI® survey of Irish manufacturers revealed a deepening downturn in the sector at the start of the second quarter of 2020, as the economic fallout from lockdowns
The COVID-19 global crisis continues to disrupt manufacturing and global supply chains with severe consequences for society, businesses, consumers, and the global economy. What short term actions do companies take
The UK’s leading resource management company, Veolia, has launched a new COVID-19 disinfection service designed to ensure compliant treatment for businesses
The Irish Times reported that a surface-coating technology developed by Irish company Kastus is effective against the coronavirus, a leading US
The Irish manufacturer Combilift, best known for its range of space-saving forklifts and other handling solutions, has drawn on its
International distributor of building materials and DIY retailer, Grafton Group plc has planned to reopen many UK distribution branches on
After almost a month-long shutdown, Keystone Group, the UK’s largest steel lintel manufacturer, has started to reopen its factories. The
The Times reported that Regeneron, a biotech giant valued at $63bn (€58bn), is shifting manufacturing of some of its existing
Hand Sanitizer Market size is set to exceed USD 3.6 billion by 2026, according to a new research report by Global Market
Lord Deighton will lead the national effort to produce essential personal protective equipment for frontline health and social care staff.
The corona pandemic requires the strictest hygienic measures – particularly in clinics, doctors’ surgeries and nursing homes. All around the
Whether you are still working onsite, in the office, working from home or have been furloughed, COVID-19 will have had a
The Independent reported yesterday that manufacturing giant, Kostal, a leading producer of electronic and mechanical components for the automotive sector,
Today, business need a trusted advisor as they reevaluate IT priorities to drive business continuity in “the new normal.” Dell
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a £1.25bn government package to support UK start-ups and businesses driving research and development during
The unprecedented demand for biocidal hand sanitiser products during the pandemic means suppliers are now facing significant challenges. To beat
eBay today launched an initiative that could help thousands of Irish businesses to stay open, even if their doors are
SWMAS released the initial findings of the current Manufacturing Barometer survey that shows a reduction in volumes, potential job cuts,
InterTradeIreland and TechIreland just launched an online platform to allow businesses to collaborate and meet the supply chain and manufacturing
More than four in five manufacturing companies in Northern Ireland had to put some staff on leave, according to the
Enterprise Ireland welcomes new Covid-19 business supports and opens EU-approved €180 million scheme
New Covid-19 “Sustaining Enterprise Fund” administered by Enterprise Ireland provides up to €800k in liquidity support for companies affected by
Since the outbreak, Irish safety software company OneLook Systems has been playing a critical role in helping companies put in
Nvolve is joining the global fight against Covid-19 by waiving the normal cost of their unique Mobile App based communications
March was the busiest month for grocery sales ever recorded. According to Kantar, over the 12 weeks to March 22nd,
An article published by Yahoo Finance reveals that UK manufacturing output and new orders have declined at the fastest rate
A consortium of significant UK industrial, technology and engineering businesses from across the aerospace, automotive and medical sectors, has come
INEOS has today announced that it has hit its ten day target to build a hand sanitiser plant near Middlesbrough
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has set up a database for organisations in urgent need of supply chain resources,
In a study published by ING, reveals that in the context of COVID-19, Ireland now looks to be one of
The Irish Times reported yesterday that Dublin’s Iseq index and wider European equities markets rose on Tuesday morning as investors
A breathing aid that can help keep Covid-19 patients out of intensive care, adapted by mechanical engineers at UCL (University
The UK Government is working with Unilever, the fast moving consumer goods manufacturer, to fund a global programme to urgently
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is the greatest threat that the Irish economy has faced since the financial crisis, according to
Enterprise Ireland has published a Guide to assist affected exporting companies in transitioning through the immediate and critical challenges that
The Government has advised businesses experiencing financial difficulties as a result of Covid-19 to take the following steps: Contact your
The Government has announced details on the package of supports for businesses impacted by COVID-19. The Department of Business, Enterprise
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