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MDA Space Signs $1.1b Contract with Globalstar to Build Next Generation Leo Constellation

February 11, 2025 MDA Space will manufacture more than 50 MDA AURORA™ software-defined digital satellites for Globalstar MDA Space Ltd., a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced that it has signed a definitive contract with Globalstar Inc. (NYSE American: GSAT) to be the prime contractor for the satellite operator’s next…

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Pilz Automation Safety Canada L.P. Is Pleased to Announce the Promotion of Marcus Graham to the Role of National Channel Manager

February 10, 2025 Marcus will continue his role as Senior Technical Sales Representative at Pilz for the Southwestern Ontario region, while also taking on the responsibility of overseeing nationwide partnerships with distributors and integrators. In this expanded role, Marcus will not only drive sales in Southwestern Ontario but also strengthen relationships with our valued partners…

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Electromate Announces Spring 2025 SPARK Symposium in Vancouver, BC

February 6, 2025 Electromate is pleased to announce its biennial Spring 2025 SPARK Symposium (Showcasing Precision and Robotic Knowledge), scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Vancouver (Surrey), British Columbia. This complimentary event is tailored for OEMs, machine builders, system integrators, and engineering students in the greater Vancouver area. Sorry, no competitors, please. Event Details:…

Hitachi Establishes Its Fourth Corporate Venture Capital Fund to Capture Technology Turning Points and Future Growth Opportunities
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Hitachi Establishes Its Fourth Corporate Venture Capital Fund to Capture Technology Turning Points and Future Growth Opportunities

February 6, 2025 Total Assets Under Management (AUM) Reaches 1 Billion USD, Contributing to Sustainable Growth with a World-Class Investment Scale Hitachi, Ltd. recently announced the establishment of the fourth fund of the corporate venture capital (hereinafter referred to as “CVC”) fund “HV Fund” with a purpose to identify startups with the potential to create or…

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Telesat and MDA Space Complete Key Milestone for Telesat Lightspeed Constellation

February 5, 2025 Spacecraft and multiple major subsystems pass preliminary design review Telesat, one of the world’s largest and most innovative satellite operators, and MDA Space, a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, have announced that they have concluded a key phase in the Telesat Lightspeed low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation program with…

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Update to ISA/IEC 62443 Standards Addresses Organization-Wide Cybersecurity in Industrial and Critical Infrastructure Operations

February 5, 2025 Update to ISA/IEC 62443 Standards The International Society of Automation (ISA) — the leading professional society for automation — has announced the publication of ANSI/ISA-62443-2-1-2024, Security for Industrial Automation and Control Systems. It is the latest update to the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards, the widely used global consensus-based automation and control systems cybersecurity standards. Addressing cybersecurity on…

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ABB and Agilent Technologies Enter Collaboration to Advance Laboratory Automation

February 5, 2025 ABB Robotics and Agilent Technologies collaborate to produce automated laboratory solutions ABB Robotics and Agilent Technologies, a global leader in analytical and laboratory technology and software, have signed a collaboration agreement to deliver automated laboratory solutions. Working together, ABB and Agilent will combine the benefits of their technologies to enable companies across…

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Government of Canada Announces Next Steps in Its Response Plan to Unjustified U.S. Tariffs

February 3, 2025 Canada will not stand by as the United States imposes unjustified and unreasonable tariffs on Canadian goods. In response, we are moving forward with 25 per cent tariffs on $155 billion worth of imported U.S. products. We will protect Canadian interests and support our workers and industries. On February 2, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc,…

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Canada Announces $155B Tariff Package in Response to Unjustified U.S. Tariffs

February 3, 2025 On February 1, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that the Government of Canada is moving forward with 25 per cent tariffs on $155 billion worth of goods in response to the unjustified and unreasonable tariffs imposed by the United…

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Wieland Electric and Ross Controls Offer TÜV-Certified Training Program for Functional Safety Experts

January 25, 2025 International Certification Course Qualifies Participants as “Certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE) for Electrical and Fluid Power Systems” in Just 5 Days Wieland Electric, in collaboration with Ross Controls, a global leader in safety solutions for fluid power and poppet valve technology, is proud to announce newly added TÜV-certified training courses, “CFSE –…

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ANCA Co-Founders Patrick Boland and Patrick McCluskey Awarded Medal of the Order of Australia

January 30, 2025 Australian Technology Pioneers Share Their Inspiring Story in a Heartfelt Video Retrospective ANCA, an Australian advanced manufacturing leader, proudly announces that its co-founders, Patrick Boland and Patrick McCluskey, have been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the 2025 Australia Day Honors List. Known as “The Two Pats,” their…

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CADDi Joins Google Cloud Partner Advantage to Drive Data-Driven Innovation in Manufacturing

January 30, 2025 Collaboration empowers manufacturers to streamline document management, enhance collaboration, and unlock greater operational efficiencies CADDi, a leading AI data platform for manufacturers, recently announced that it has joined Google Cloud Partner Advantage as a Partner Level partner for Google Cloud in the Build Engagement Model, enabling manufacturers to streamline operations and unlock…

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Spring 2025 SPARK Symposium

January 29, 2025 Event Details Electromate would like to invite you to exhibit at their Spring 2025 SPARK Symposium (Showcasing Precision and Robotic Knowledge), which will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Vancouver (Surrey), British Columbia. Details on the event are below. Date  Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 9:00am to 3:00pm Location SFU Surrey Campus…

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BWXT Enters Agreement to Acquire Kinectrics, a Leading Service Provider to the Global Nuclear Market

January 29, 2025 BWX Technologies, Inc. recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Kinectrics, Inc., for approximately US$525 million, including assumption of Kinectrics’ net pension and debt liabilities, and estimated transaction expenses. Kinectrics is a leader in providing lifecycle management services for the global nuclear power and transmission and distribution markets,…

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Ontario Exploring New Nuclear Energy Generation in Port Hope

January 28, 2025 Province engaging with municipality and Williams Treaties First Nations to produce affordable energy to meet soaring demand The Ontario government has asked Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to explore opportunities for new nuclear energy generation at their Wesleyville site, following expressions of interest from the Municipality of Port Hope and the Williams Treaties…

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Ontario Welcomes More Than $1 Billion Investment to Strengthen Automotive Supply Chain

January 28, 2025 Linamar Corporation’s expansion will create more than 2,300 new jobs across the province The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of more than $1 billion from Linamar Corporation, a leading Ontario-based auto parts manufacturer, to expand its existing operations across the province. The investment is expected to create more than 2,300 good-paying…