THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS

Energy sector gears up for ADIPEC

Globalleaders are set to converge in Abu Dhabi next week for the ADIPEC 2025 exhibition and conference, an eventaiming to shape the transformation of energy systems under the theme ‘Energy – Intelligence – Impact.’ Taking place on 3-6 November, ADIPEC 2025 will host 1800+ speakers, including leading global energy, tech and investment CEOs and government ministers from the world’s largest economies.

The event will showcase Abu Dhabi’s leadership in AI and energy to more than 205,000 visitors from over 170 countries with an expanded AI Zone and the launch of Low Carbon & Chemicals Expo. The ADIPEC 2025 exhibition will span 17 halls featuring 30 countrypavilions, four specialised industry areas and 2250 exhibitors, while the conference will see more than 1800 speakers share their expert knowledge.

More information www.adipec.com

Red Bull & Hexagon crown future skills champion

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has named the winner and two runners-up of
the inaugural ‘Telemetry Tested: Future Skills Challenge’, a global competition co-developed
with Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing and MENSA. From a pool of over 1100 completed entries,
three finalists emerged victorious, having completed an interactive quiz of rapid-fire, data-
driven scenarios that tested both esports’ instincts and real-world engineering problem-
solving. Spanish software engineer Antonio Masuda, a master’s graduate in data science and
a Formula 1 fan, claimed first prize by answering all questions correctly in the fastest time.
More information www.hexagon.com

CVE Scoops Accolade for Second Year Running

Cambridge Vacuum Engineering (CVE) has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best
Workplaces in Manufacturing, Production & Transportation 2025, as announced by Great
Place To Work UK last month. At the heart of this recognition is the Trust Index employee
survey, which gathers anonymous insights from employees, focusing on key areas such as
work-life balance, job satisfaction, psychological safety and professional development.
The survey also evaluates how consistently organisations deliver a positive experience
across all departments and levels of seniority. Bob Nicolson, managing director at CVE, says:
“We’re proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing,
Production & Transportation for the second year running. At CVE, we believe that investing
in our people – their growth, wellbeing, and success – is the foundation of our progress.”
More information https://camvaceng.com/

Rapid Fusion Secures First US Deal

UK-based Rapid Fusion is looking to break into America after signing a new reseller
agreement with a US additive manufacturing specialist. The Exeter-based business, which
employs 10 people at its state-of-the-art Skypark demonstration centre, has joined forces
with Phoenix Analysis and Design Technologies (PADT) to sell its robotic additive
manufacturing systems to customers in the aerospace and defence sectors.

Bosses at the technology expert believe there are almost £2m worth of opportunities to be
enjoyed in the first year across the western half of the country and have earmarked its
Apollo, Zeus and Medusa solutions as offering significant time and cost savings compared to
existing models. The company will initially target PADT’s existing client base.
More information www.rapidfusion.co.uk

Virtual Showroom has Metrology Systems in Action

UK CMM manufacturer LK Metrology has launched a virtual showroom. This web-based immersive experience allows customers and prospects to explore through 360° the range of CMMs and portable measuring arms available. Accessible from a PC, tablet or smartphone, visitors have the freedom to discover LK products from anywhere in the world at any time.

Users are able to experience through detailed animations the CMMs in action as they measure a range of parts. People can download interactive 3D digital twins to their devices and even place CMM models in their own space via augmented reality. The virtual showroom also provides deep insight into LK’s technology, tracing the evolution of its products and offering a close look at the company’s engineering heritage.
More information http://bit.ly/4nNFiSw