Engineering, procurement, and construction

European Defense Tech Investment Surges as Startups Fill Critical Innovation Gaps

European defense technology investment is experiencing significant growth, with startups playing an increasingly vital role in addressing capability gaps. According to industry reports, defense tech now accounts for 6.2% of all European funding in 2025, driven by dual-use technologies and lessons from the conflict in Ukraine.

European Defense Investment Reaches New Heights

Investment in European defense technology is reportedly surging, with the sector accounting for 6.2% of all European funding so far in 2025, according to data published by market intelligence provider Dealroom and Resilience Media. The total sum is expected to reach $2.3 billion by year’s end, representing a significant shift in the continent’s security landscape. This growth comes as European governments have pledged to ramp up procurement spending, creating substantial opportunities for innovative companies entering the defense sector.

by Ortega RafaelOctober 17, 2025November 2, 2025

Cybersecurity Manufacturing

Manufacturing Sector Faces Unprecedented Cyber Threats as Supply Chain Vulnerabilities Mount

The manufacturing industry has become the most targeted sector for cyberattacks, with complex global supply chains creating unprecedented vulnerability. Recent analysis reveals 18% of manufacturing system vulnerabilities are rated serious, significantly higher than financial services.

Manufacturing Emerges as Primary Cyberattack Target

The manufacturing sector faced the highest number of cyber attacks in 2023, according to reports from Statista, with industry analysts suggesting the complexity of global operations makes the industry uniquely exposed to digital threats. Sources indicate that manufacturers face dual challenges as both recipients and distributors of supply chain risk, creating multiple attack vectors for malicious actors.

by Bennett LauraOctober 16, 2025November 2, 2025

Assistive Technology Energy

AVK and LMPH Launch Low-Carbon Behind-the-Meter Power Solutions for UK Data Centers

UK power solutions provider AVK has entered a strategic three-year partnership with Landmark Power Holdings to develop innovative behind-the-meter power systems for data centers. The collaboration integrates Rolls-Royce’s mtu gas engines with Asco’s carbon capture technology to deliver low-carbon, resilient energy solutions across multiple UK locations.

In a significant move for sustainable infrastructure, UK power solutions specialist AVK has forged a strategic partnership with clean energy firm Landmark Power Holdings (LMPH) to deliver advanced behind-the-meter power solutions specifically designed for the data center market. This three-year agreement, with an option for extension, marks a pivotal step in addressing the growing energy demands and environmental responsibilities of digital infrastructure providers across the United Kingdom and potentially Europe.