Innovative approach developed by NPL and Xampla to validate plastic-free claims and tackle plastic pollution
London, UK - In a major step forward for sustainable packaging, Xampla and the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) have developed a pioneering test to validate the company’s claim that its Morro™ materials – made from natural plant polymers - are plastic-free and SUPD-exempt. The breakthrough provides packaging manufacturers with credible assurance that Xampla’s Morro materials meet tightening UK…
Guardtech support staff member’s epic trek for cancer charity close to the business’ heart
The Haverhill cleanroom construction specialists donated £500 to Sarcoma UK to support their IT & Systems Manager Elliott Sheppard’s 25km trek in honour of his daughter Isobel
Agri-TechE reveals exciting lineup for REAP 2025
The annual Agri-TechE Conference will celebrate its 12th year in a new venue on 4th November in Peterborough. The one-day REAP Conference will feature leadership insights from Minette Batters, Defra’s Harley Stottart, and farmers and managers from Elveden, Overbury, Dennigton, Holkham. Plus, the ‘secret six’ start-ups revealed on the day.
Quantum computing and AI: Synergy or deep tech rivalry?
In this article, IDTechEx explores the fascinating relationship between quantum computing and AI: two supposed tech revolutions that frequently grab the spotlight. Underneath the hype, there exist both technical synergies and competing market forces.
25 Years of Guardtech – a new era for cleanroom furniture & equipment fit-outs with Guardware
Suffolk-based cleanroom construction specialists the Guardtech Group have launched a new cleanroom furniture & equipment website to take their Guardware Cleanroom Hardware brand to the next level.
Pulsiv shortlisted for Power System Product of the Year in the 2025 Elektra Awards
Pulsiv, the UK innovator of power electronics technology, has been shortlisted for Power System Product of the Year in the 2025 Elektra Awards.
Local climate action conference empowers communities to drive change
Creating a greener district for South Cambridgeshire residents is on the agenda at a climate conference celebrating net zero action locally.
Lab and office space available now at Cambridge's leading impact hub
Allia have an exciting combination right now at our Cambridge Campus - a complete lab and office setup on the same floor.
Preserve and protect your cleanroom with a Guardtech Group Cleanroom Service Plan
Suffolk-based construction experts offering elite packages to ensure all service, maintenance and decontamination needs are taken care of
Ten billion items of single-use plastic to be replaced, following £10.2m investment in Xampla
Xampla has secured £10.2m of investment, in a round led by Emerald Technology Ventures, BGF and Matterwave VenturesThe University of Cambridge spin out has created world-first natural materials from plant protein, to replace the world’s most polluting plasticsFunding will s
TEN BILLION items of single-use plastic to be replaced, following $14m investment in Xampla
A major injection of $14m in private capital is set to accelerate UK materials innovation company Xampla’s mission to replace single-use plastics with alternatives made from plants.
Pulsiv and Farnell sign global stocking agreement
Pulsiv, the UK innovator of power electronics technology, has signed a global stocking agreement with distribution giants Farnell.
Guardtech Group set for exciting awards treble to close out buoyant performance in 2025
The East Anglian cleanroom construction specialists are up for prizes at the Pharma Industry Awards, London Construction Awards and SME National Business Awards grand finals
Why economic uncertainty creates career opportunities
As a career management coach, I hear these concerns from clients almost daily: "Will there be enough jobs?" or "Are companies replacing people with AI?" With rising employer costs and global economic uncertainty, many job seekers feel uneasy. If you're scrolling LinkedIn and seeing roles with hundreds of applicants, you're definitely not alone in feeling overwhelmed.
Students take the lead on sustainability at ARU
Green Gown Award nomination for student-led initiatives on ARU health courses.
Guardtech elevating cleanroom design capabilities through collaboration, co-ordination and utilisation of elite digital tools
Guardtech Group Design Manager Jack Burrow explains how the Suffolk-based cleanroom construction experts are embracing new technology and methodologies to take their project provision to new heights
Council champions nature with charity of the year announcement
The Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire has been chosen as charity of the year by the new Chair of South Cambridgeshire District Council.
PeroCycle appoints new CEO and opens £4M seed round to decarbonise steelmaking
Cambridge, UK – 5 August 2025, PeroCycle, an industrial decarbonisation venture advancing closed-loop carbon recycling for steelmaking, appoints Grant Budge as CEO. The announcement coincides with the opening of a £4M seed round to fund pilot deployment and accelerate commercial growth.
Allia Ltd achieves Silver Accreditation for Environmental Excellence
Leading impact organisation is recognised for comprehensive sustainability commitment across its operations. Allia Ltd has achieved Silver Accreditation with Investors in the Environment (iiE), the national environmental accreditation scheme, following a comprehensive two-year sustainability transformation programme.
Cambridge to explore low-speed autonomous vehicle roll-out
Cambridge could be one of the first UK cities to see a fleet of low-speed, autonomous vehicles (AVs) hit its roads.
Johnson Matthey to open its first hydrogen internal combustion engine testing facility in Gothenburg
Johnson Matthey (JM), a global leader in sustainable technologies, has moved to strengthen its world-class heavy duty vehicle testing capabilities, as the market and regulatory environment continue to evolve and manufacturers seek cleaner mobility solutions.
25 years of Guardtech: Isopod Manufacturing Director Michael Burton Q&A
One of the Group’s longest-serving superstars gives his thoughts on why the Guardtech Group are pushing the boundaries of small-scale cleanroom provision with their rapid-assembly pod systems
KleanDrive and Welch Group announce HGV Electric Repower partnership
KleanDrive, a pioneer in electric repowering for heavy vehicles, has today announced a new partnership with leading fleet, haulage and HGV servicing experts Welch Group.
Isopod Rapid Cleanrooms – the elite modular systems saving your host building from unwanted modifications
Suffolk-based cleanroom construction specialists the Guardtech Group have the perfect modular solution for clients who need to keep their host rooms intact
Halving the environmental impact of AI language models, doubling the GPU inference efficiency
Introducing the AI Computing Broker (ACB) - The computing and AI research labs of Fujitsu have developed a piece of software to optimise use of GPUs enabling the same amount of computation to be done in up to half the time or power consumption.