The global factory index climbed to a three-month high in August, but the gains were uneven: Europe accelerated, US demand cooled, China stayed just below the growth line, and input prices remained high almost everywhere.
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation began applying on 12 August 2026. The first obligations are narrower than the headlines suggest, but they already reach non-EU packaging manufacturers through documentation their EU customers must now hold.
From Counter-UAS and airspace awareness to Taiwan-based drone OEM assembly, XPONENTIAL Europe 2027 highlights the integrated technology and manufacturing ecosystem shaping the future of airport security.
The business case is simple: when shooters spend less time waiting and more time receiving useful feedback, a range can improve both capacity and customer loyalty.