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21/04/2026 Labquip NDT invests to upgrade UK headquarters
Labquip NDT is investing £300,000 in its Stroud, UK headquarters, a facility that will soon host several technical upgrades, calibration laboratories and facilities for UK customer sectors, including aerospace, medical and healthcare, oil & gas, metal fabrication and many other sectors that require expert non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment.
21/04/2026 NodeScanner: ten years of protecting offshore structures
TSC Subsea is marking ten years of its alternating current field measurement (ACFM) product NodeScanner, a robotic inspection system developed to assess complex nodal weld connections on subsea structures across the oil & gas and offshore wind industries.
20/04/2026 Vertiv announces new AI-powered service
Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure, has announced the launch of Vertiv Next Predict, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered managed service that aims to transform data centre maintenance.
20/04/2026 Lavender International and Castings Technology partner to expand access to Gamma Calculator for radiography training and industry use
Lavender International NDT has announced a partnership with Castings Technology Ltd to support continued industry access to the Castings Technology Gamma Calculator, a long-standing tool used to assist understanding and application of gamma radiography principles.
17/04/2026 IEV Group and CorrosionRADAR partner to expand continuous CUI monitoring capability in Southeast Asia
IEV Group and CorrosionRADAR have announced a strategic partnership to support corrosion under insulation (CUI) monitoring and asset integrity programmes for insulated industrial infrastructure across Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Brunei, Vietnam and Thailand.
16/04/2026 USL installs flatbed ultrasonic inspection system at Boeing Malaysia
Ultrasonic Sciences (USL) has completed the installation of the first USL-FB40 flatbed inspection system at Boeing’s facility in Malaysia.
15/04/2026 IMI introduces Neon Sonic sensor
IMI plc has expanded its Neon portfolio with the introduction of the Neon Sonic, a new wireless sensor that combines acoustic and temperature measurement to support continuous monitoring of steam traps and pressure and safety relief valves.
15/04/2026 Amentum-led joint venture selected for clean-up at four European nuclear research sites
A joint venture (JV) led by Amentum has won a new framework contract as the lead decommissioning and waste management contractor for nuclear research sites in four European countries.
14/04/2026 PTS Group invests in staff welfare with new building
Thriving Stafford business PTS Group has responded positively to staff feedback with the creation of a new £250,000 welfare area and additional office space.
13/04/2026 Faro Creaform and InnovMetric strengthen partnership
Faro Creaform, a business of Ametek Inc and global provider of 3D scanning and portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) solutions, in collaboration with InnovMetric, an independent software development company that empowers manufacturers of every size to digitally transform their 3D measurement processes, have announced that data acquisition from Faro Creaform’s auto-referencing multi-line 3D scanners is now fully integrated into PolyWorks|Inspector.
13/04/2026 Baker Hughes launches Kantori
Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, has announced the launch of the Kantori autonomous well construction solution, a new unified digital service that provides intelligent operations and streamlined workflows across every stage of the well construction process.
10/04/2026 DNV launches Industrial Services to support expanding energy and infrastructure markets
DNV has launched Industrial Services, evolving its inspection business into a dedicated global provider of quality assurance and inspection services for energy, infrastructure and complex industrial supply chains.
09/04/2026 Technology-led approach to road maintenance
Northern Ireland’s Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has announced a new technology-forward approach to the maintenance of its £26 billion, 25,922 km road network, with Gaist appointed to carry out the first digital survey of its entire road network.
09/04/2026 Proceq opens new GPR Excellence Training Centre in Spain
Proceq is set to redefine the standards of ground- penetrating radar (GPR) training with the inauguration of its new GPR Excellence Training Centre in Málaga, Spain, which opened its doors in March 2026.
08/04/2026 Rosen Group expands global academic network
Global technology company Rosen Group has announced a new industrial partnership with the renowned Austrian university Montanuniversität Leoben.
07/04/2026 Oceaneering launches new electric propulsion work-class ROV
Oceaneering International Inc has announced that its Subsea Robotics segment has debuted the newest addition to its remotely operated vehicle (ROV) portfolio, the Momentum Electric work-class ROV.
02/04/2026 Battery health monitoring
Battery intelligence specialist BatteryIQ is calling for the adoption of connected battery health monitoring across electric vehicles and micromobility, stating that the technology could help manufacturers to detect safety risks early and prevent large-scale recalls.
02/04/2026 Subtera and Onestop Integrity sign exclusive partnership for Scandinavia
Subtera has announced that it has entered into an exclusive partner agreement with Onestop Integrity, an agile asset integrity specialist operating across the energy and industrial sectors.
01/04/2026 New dimensions in computed tomography
Looking inside an object without having to change it by opening it or taking it apart: this is the goal of non-destructive testing (NDT).
31/03/2026 NewTek expands use of LVDTs
NewTek has announced broader deployment of its linear variable differential transformers (LVDTs) in pipeline monitoring systems, aiming to improve safety, reliability and operational efficiency across critical infrastructure.
31/03/2026 Aramco and CorrosionRADAR set new benchmark for data-led asset integrity management
Aramco, one of the world’s largest energy companies, is expanding its partnership with CorrosionRADAR, a global leader in corrosion under insulation (CUI) risk monitoring solutions, as it deploys the company’s predictive CUI monitoring solution at a major new greenfield project in Saudi Arabia.
30/03/2026 Regional industry engagement and specialised PAUT training strengthens refinery inspection capability in Iraq
Argyll Ruane recently delivered a specialised phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) training course in Erbil, Iraq, supporting inspection capability within the oil & gas sector in collaboration with Miqias IIC Services Ltd.
30/03/2026 Konux launches UK rail market platform
Munich-based Konux has announced the introduction of its CoBrix platform in the UK, presenting a predictive maintenance system designed for rail operators.
30/03/2026 TSC Subsea deploys ORCA for in-service hull inspection
TSC Subsea has confirmed the commercial availability of its in-service hull inspection capability, delivered using its ORCA robotic crawler.
27/03/2026 ABB acquires IPEC
ABB has agreed to acquire UK-based electrical diagnostics specialist IPEC in a deal that expands its monitoring and predictive maintenance offering for data centres, utilities and other critical infrastructure operators.
27/03/2026 Uniper set to develop its first solar scheme in Scotland
Uniper has taken the decision to start construction of Berryhill Solar Farm just north of Dundee, Scotland.
26/03/2026 Proceq assists in advancing infrastructure inspection through National Highways’ ‘Structures Moonshot’ with NDT, AI and robotics
Proceq has recently shared its involvement in the Structures Moonshot programme, a groundbreaking research initiative by the UK’s National Highways aimed at transforming the management of ageing infrastructure.
26/03/2026 New DNV recommended practice supports offshore hydrogen pipelines development
DNV, an independent energy expert and assurance provider, has published DNV-RP-F123 ‘Hydrogen pipeline systems’, a recommended practice (RP) for offshore hydrogen pipelines, supporting safe design, operation and requalification of pipeline infrastructure in hydrogen service.
25/03/2026 Rolls-Royce launches modular gas engine power plants
Rolls-Royce is launching a new modular solution for gas engine power plants that will provide security of supply and accelerate the implementation of the German Government’s Power Plant Strategy.
25/03/2026 Triple-lens AI depth sensor
Kyocera has announced the development of a triple-lens, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered high-resolution depth sensor that has been designed with the aim of delivering much greater accuracy in close-range imaging and object recognition.
24/03/2026 Ardmore Shipping deploys AI system
Ardmore Shipping has reported that it has introduced SteelCorr’s Digital Paint Report app across its fleet to support corrosion monitoring and paint maintenance.
24/03/2026 Oceaneering secures multi-year inspection contract extension in Norway
Oceaneering International Inc has announced that its Integrity Management and Digital Solutions (IMDS) business has secured a four-year extension to its inspection support contract for multiple Equinor assets in Norway.
23/03/2026 Emerson’s industrial reliability
Emerson has announced the next evolution of its AspenTech Asset Performance Management (APM) portfolio.
20/03/2026 Carestream Health separates into two companies to accelerate growth
Carestream Health Inc has completed the separation of the company into two geographically focused organisations, enhancing the long-term growth potential of each company.
19/03/2026 Condition monitoring surveys for water companies
The UK government has published a long-awaited white paper setting out proposed reforms for the regulation of the water industry.
18/03/2026 Testia pioneers future of NDT with state-of-the-art robotised ultrasonic cobot inspection system
Testia has announced a milestone that firmly establishes its position at the forefront of non-destructive testing (NDT) technology development: the successful delivery and handover of a robotised ultrasonic development and inspection system to the Airbus research and development (R&D) laboratory in September 2025.
17/03/2026 Shell Marine launch
Shell Marine has introduced the Shell Marine Sensor Service (SMSS), an on-board monitoring system that delivers live insights into the condition of oil and equipment.
16/03/2026 Applus+ turns digital vision into reality
Applus+ took another step in its digital journey, as professionals from across the organisation gathered for the 3rd Digital Community Face-to-Face Meeting.
13/03/2026 Razor Labs launches DataMind AI
Razor Labs has announced the launch of DataMind AI 4.5, a powerful upgrade to its predictive maintenance platform designed for mobile fleet management and fixed assets across mining operations.
12/03/2026 Eolmed floating offshore wind project approaches final commissioning stage
Strainstall, part of BES Group, is incredibly proud to have played a major role in supporting the pioneering Eolmed renewable energy development located in La Port Nouvelle, France.
11/03/2026 TIC Holding Schweiz acquires a stake in Vibro-Consult
TIC Holding Schweiz AG, a buy, build and technologise platform financed by Winterberg Investment X and managed by Winterberg Advisory GmbH, has acquired a stake in Vibro-Consult AG, headquartered in Brugg in the Canton of Aargau, Switzerland.
10/03/2026 Axess Group secures AIM contract with Noble Corporation in Guyana
Axess Group has secured a long-term asset integrity management (AIM) contract with Noble Corporation, a global leader in offshore drilling services for the oil & gas sector.
09/03/2026 Digital Catapult builds on the South West of England and Wales’ deep tech potential with new office
Digital Catapult, a deep technology innovation organisation, has announced the opening of a new office for South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Bath, strengthening its long-term commitment to working in partnership across the South West of England and Wales.
06/03/2026 How infrared thermal imaging helps building inspectors visualise heat loss in minutes
As colder months set in, building heat loss becomes more costly.
05/03/2026 A safer, smarter approach to weld inspection: why advanced ultrasonic testing is redefining industry standards
Across the oil & gas sector and wider energy industries, weld integrity remains a cornerstone of asset safety, operational reliability and regulatory compliance.
04/03/2026 Eddyfi Technologies signs definitive agreement to join ESAB
Eddyfi Technologies, a global leader in advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) and integrity management technologies and solutions, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to join ESAB, a focused premier industrial compounder.
03/03/2026 High-speed camera monitors robot vibrations without needing sensors
Japanese researchers have devised a non-contact system for monitoring the vibrations of industrial robots as they operate, without using costly physical sensors that can be affected by interference.
02/03/2026 New IAEA research project to enhance disaster management with AI-augmented non-destructive testing
A new International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) research project will investigate how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to strengthen non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques used in disaster response.
27/02/2026 Investment-secure testing procedure at Volkswagen
For quality control of sheet metal joined by resistance spot welding (RSW), an INDU-SCAN test-bench in operation was converted using existing technology and modernised by combining it with intelligent algorithms and robot technology.
26/02/2026 Bilfinger redefining operations and maintenance for changing energy landscape
The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) sector has long been a stable cornerstone of the UK’s industrial landscape; however, at Bilfinger UK, stability does not mean standing still.
