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ABB has introduced its new Dynamic Positioning Class 2 (DP2) control system, verified during sea trials on DEME’s wind turbine installation vessel Norse Wind. This innovation marks a significant step forward in industrial automation and maritime control systems. The solution eliminates standby mode, improves operational safety, and enhances decision-making for offshore operations.

Swiss technology leader ABB has acquired Gamesa Electric, a specialist in solar PV inverters and power conversion systems (PCS). The deal, finalized in late 2024, enhances ABB’s industrial automation and factory automation portfolio. Although the financial details remain undisclosed, the acquisition signals ABB’s renewed commitment to renewable energy integration.

Schneider Electric has partnered with the NHS National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) to integrate advanced industrial automation and control systems into patient care. This collaboration highlights how automation technologies such as PLCs, DCS, and IoT-enabled platforms can enhance both patient autonomy and hospital energy efficiency.

The global reed sensor market reached USD 1,836.25 million in 2024. Analysts expect a CAGR of 6.71% from 2025 to 2033. Demand for smart home automation, IoT devices, and industrial automation drives this expansion. Automotive applications such as brake fluid monitoring and door sensing also contribute significantly.

ABB has taken a minority stake in OctaiPipe, a UK-based AI company specializing in data center cooling optimization. This move expands ABB’s industrial automation portfolio and supports sustainable growth in the digital infrastructure sector.

ABB has inaugurated its Traction Centre of Excellence in Maryborough, Queensland. The USD 6 million facility spans 5,000 square meters and focuses on traction converters, motors, and energy storage. This investment strengthens Australia’s industrial automation ecosystem and supports projects like the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP) for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.