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Latest EME Business Insights

Thales Group : Unifying Europe’s Air Defence

With aerial risks growing more complex and unpredictable every day, Thales Group unveils SkyDefender – a fully integrated air and missile defence system designed to unify capabilities across Europe. We speak with Hervé Dammann, Executive Vice President – Land and Air Systems and Gerben Edelijn, Former CEO of Thales Netherlands.

Digital Catapult : Deep Tech, Catapulted

As the UK’s deep tech sector enters a new phase of industrial adoption, Digital Catapult is accelerating the deployment of artificial intelligence, digital twins, and advanced connectivity. Deborah Colville, National Director of Place, tells us more.

Rethinking Workforce Wellbeing in the NHS Through the Ancient Practice of Yoga

Alison Lewis, Founder of Heart Mind Spirit, discusses how yoga therapy offers a practical, low-cost approach to reducing absenteeism and supporting both physical and mental health across the NHS.

ICEHOTEL : Frozen Icon

We check in for a unique Arctic stay at ICEHOTEL, the world-famous hotel and living art exhibition carved annually with ice and snow harvested from the Torne River in Northern Sweden.

Six Senses Enters UNEP and UN Tourism Recipe of Change

Six Senses joins “Recipe for Change”, a global initiative by the United Nations Environment Programme and UN Tourism to unite the tourism sector around a shared commitment to halve food waste by 2030.

EcoVadis and Workiva Unite on Carbon Data

EcoVadis and Workiva have partnered to connect supplier carbon intelligence with audit-ready reporting, helping organisations improve Scope 3 accuracy, strengthen disclosure, and accelerate credible decarbonisation strategies.

‘Appetite for a Better World’: How Nomad Foods is Embedding Sustainability into Every-Day Decision Making

Nomad Foods has published its ninth annual sustainability report, outlining progress across sustainable sourcing, emissions reduction, renewable energy and healthier food portfolios as the company positions frozen food as a key part of a more resilient food system.

Bosch Secures Long-Term Mercedes-Benz Electric Motor Manufacturing Contract

Bosch has secured a major electric motor supply agreement with Mercedes-Benz extending into the 2030s, strengthening its position in the growing global electromobility market as manufacturers scale next-generation EV production.

Ericsson and Net Feasa Deliver a Step-change in Maritime Connectivity

Ericsson and Net Feasa are partnering to bring carrier-grade 4G and 5G connectivity together with agentic artificial intelligence capabilities to improve cargo visibility and operational efficiency across the maritime industry.

Mondelēz Drives UK Growth Agenda

Mondelēz International has revealed a £2.3 billion contribution to the UK economy, urging the government to prioritise food and drink manufacturing within Britain’s long-term Industrial Strategy.

Unipart Partners with Sophus AI to Strengthen Supply Chain Optimisation Capabilities

Unipart has partnered with Sophus AI to integrate AI-driven supply chain network design and optimisation technology into its consulting and operational services, targeting increasingly complex end-to-end supply chain challenges across multiple industries.

IBM and Aramco Drive Saudi AI

IBM and Aramco are exploring a strategic collaboration to accelerate industrial AI, automation, and innovation across Saudi Arabia, combining decades of expertise to tackle complex, mission-critical industrial challenges.