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Global copper demand is expected to rise by 22 percent by 2035. Therefore, mining companies must adopt sustainable practices. Boliden’s Aitik mine in Sweden demonstrates how industrial automation and electrification can support safe, efficient growth while meeting international standards.

In 1976, three visionaries tackled a critical safety issue at Monsanto. Manual drum lifting slowed production and injured workers. They founded PALCO, introducing a mechanical palletizer that proved automation could succeed where manual labor failed. This breakthrough laid the foundation for modern factory automation and shaped PASCO’s mission for decades.

Cellular Origins, a UK-based automation pioneer, has won the Innovation Award for Manufacturing Automation at the 2025 Pharmaceutical Technology Excellence Awards. The company’s Constellation ecosystem integrates mobile robotics, PLC-driven control systems, and advanced bioprocess equipment to scale cell and gene therapy production. This recognition highlights how industrial automation can reshape biopharmaceutical manufacturing by reducing costs and improving reliability.

Alnico Systems Pty Ltd has officially joined the ABB Robotics Authorized Value Provider (AVP) program. Based on the Central Coast of New South Wales, the company delivers advanced industrial automation solutions, including PLC, DCS, robotics, and control systems. This partnership enhances their visibility within ABB’s global network and positions them as a trusted integrator in Australia’s growing automation sector.

Air traffic controllers in TRACON facilities rely on STARS to manage aircraft spacing and sequencing. The system improves safety and efficiency for both civilian airports and U.S. military terminal areas. Moreover, STARS represents a major step in industrial automation, integrating advanced control systems similar to PLC and DCS technologies used in factory automation.

ABB has inaugurated its Traction Centre of Excellence in Maryborough, Queensland. The USD 6 million facility focuses on traction converters, motors, and energy storage solutions. This investment highlights ABB’s commitment to industrial automation and sustainable transport.