As announced in October 2023, Volker Cwielong took over as CEO of Datwyler on 1 April 2024. Dirk Lambrecht, who had held the position since 2017, stepped down at the end of March 2024 and was elected to the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on 14 March 2024.
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division announced the launch of PRESTO System, a modular suite of automated robotic inspection cells revolutionizing the landscape of 3D measurement for automotive and aerospace manufacturing.
Boliden, Epiroc and ABB have passed a new technology milestone by successfully deploying the first fully battery-electric truck trolley system on an 800-meter-long underground mine test track. This means the mining industry is a step closer to realizing the all-electric mine of the future, with sustainable, productive operations and improved working conditions.
Marina Madanat, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development, and a member of the Huhtamaki Global Executive Team, has decided to leave Huhtamaki to pursue other career opportunities. Marina will continue with Huhtamaki until October 8, 2024.
International Paper (IP) has announced an agreement for an all-share takeover of DS Smith, following weeks of speculation. The US-based packaging giant will acquire the entire company for £5.8 billion (US$7.2 billion) and deliver at least US$514 million in pre-tax cash synergies.
