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ABB has been selected to design, construct, and maintain shore power systems across three deep-sea container terminals in the Port of Rotterdam. The project, part of the Port of Rotterdam’s decarbonization strategy, includes APM Terminals Maasvlakte II, Hutchison Ports ECT Delta, and Hutchison Ports ECT Euromax.

The landscape of Customer Experience (CX) automation is undergoing a fundamental shift. For decades, boardrooms prioritized efficiency through metrics like Average Handle Time. However, as we enter 2026, the focus has moved from how fast to how reliable. Today’s leaders demand precision and risk mitigation over mere cost-cutting hype.

The industrial automation sector is evolving rapidly, with startups driving innovation in manufacturing, energy, and logistics. At this year’s Global Media Innovation Awards, Crosshub, Kalman Inc, and bemyfriends were recognized for their transformative impact on automation, control systems, and industrial processes.

ABB has announced an agreement to acquire Netcontrol, a provider of advanced electrical grid automation solutions for utilities and critical infrastructure. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, pending regulatory approvals. Financial details were not disclosed.

In modern industrial automation, distributed control systems (DCS) rely on redundancy to maintain uninterrupted plant operations. Redundant controllers automatically take over if the main controller fails, ensuring safety and consistent control. This article explains the mechanism behind redundant controllers and highlights their importance in factory automation.

In industrial automation, PLCs and HMIs are essential components for controlling and monitoring processes. PLCs handle machine logic, while HMIs allow operators to visualize and interact with systems. Understanding their roles is crucial for designing efficient factory automation solutions.