Robert Hayes

Industrial Correspondent

Industrial engineering background with 13 years covering capital goods, manufacturing technology, and industrial automation. Former process engineer at large construction company who transitioned to journalism to report on the transformation of heavy industry. Specializes in construction equipment, aerospace & defense contractors, industrial machinery, and the impact of Industry 4.0 on traditional manufacturing. Expert in supply chain dynamics and infrastructure spending trends.

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Knorr-Bremse AG Sees Market Gains Amid Strategic Investments in Automation and Sustainability

Knorr-Bremse AG, a leading provider of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles, has reported a 2.6% intraday gain, driven by its focus on advanced manufacturing technologies, digitalization, and sustainability initiatives, which are expecte…

Robert Hayes

04/10/2025, 15:16

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Rolls-Royce Sees Share Price Uptick Amid Strategic Capital Investments and Market Optimism

Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC’s share price has seen a modest uptick, driven by a positive market environment and the company’s proactive capital investment strategy, which is focused on technological innovation, supply chain resilience, and regulatory c…

Robert Hayes

04/10/2025, 14:34

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GE Vernova Partners with Verizon on MDS Orbit to Drive Digital Transformation in Energy Sector

GE Vernova’s partnership with Verizon to deploy the MDS Orbit wireless platform highlights the company’s focus on industrial innovation and digital transformation, positioning it to capitalize on the evolving energy ecosystem despite short-term mark…

Robert Hayes

03/10/2025, 22:43

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General Dynamics Secures $1.25B Contract, Boosting Manufacturing and Capital Expenditure

General Dynamics Corp has secured a $1.25 billion contract to provide IT services to the U.S. Army, which is expected to drive a 8-12% productivity uplift and $350 million in annual revenue growth over five years.

Robert Hayes

03/10/2025, 21:08

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Eiffage SA Secures Major Contracts, Expands into Renewable Energy with Strategic Investments

Eiffage SA, a French contractor and concessionaire, has secured two high-value contracts in the renewable energy sector, valued at $1.7 billion and €1.5 billion, marking a significant expansion into offshore wind and substation construction.

Robert Hayes

03/10/2025, 17:37

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Lifco AB Expands into Dental Implants with Nobil Bio Ricerche Acquisition

Lifco AB, a Swedish multinational, has acquired a majority stake in Nobil Bio Ricerche, an Italian firm specializing in dental implant surface customization, to enhance its technological edge and productivity in the medical-device industry.

Robert Hayes

03/10/2025, 12:39

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CNH Industrial Advances Sustainability with Innovative Methane-Powered Tractor

CNH Industrial NV has advanced its sustainability agenda with the introduction of the T7 Methane Power tractor, a low-carbon alternative-fuel platform that demonstrates the feasibility of natural-gas-derived methane as a substitute for diesel in pre…

Robert Hayes

02/10/2025, 13:36

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Johnson Controls Navigates Market Volatility with Strategic Investments in Advanced Manufacturing and Energy Efficiency

Johnson Controls International plc, a global leader in building products and technology solutions, is navigating recent share-price volatility while investing in advanced manufacturing, energy-efficient products, and supply chain resilience to capit…

Robert Hayes

02/10/2025, 13:03

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Strengthens Power and Aerospace Markets with Strategic Milestones

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd (MHI) has announced a series of strategic developments, including a new gas turbine order, a long-term contract with Azad Engineering, and a tender offer for Mitsubishi Logisnext, which are expected to bolster its pos…

Robert Hayes

01/10/2025, 13:54

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Alfa Laval’s Strategic Moves Signal Growth in Heavy Industry Amidst Innovation and Sustainability Trends

Alfa Laval AB’s recent developments, including a large fuel-supply-system order and a transatlantic research partnership, signal a robust trajectory for the company, with implications for capital expenditure and productivity in heavy industry.

Robert Hayes

01/10/2025, 11:52

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