Julien Bélair

Julien Bélair

Manufacturing Process Consultant
Julien Bélair is a trusted voice in Manufacturing and Logistics. With a focus on innovation in building and infrastructure, Julien outlines the latest developments in the industry, covering topics such as additive manufacturing, sustainable production practices, and circular economy principles. Julien believes in the transformative potential of these technologies, and he freely shares his passion in his writings.
Can a Texas Mill Redefine Sustainable Packaging?
Manufacturing Can a Texas Mill Redefine Sustainable Packaging?

As consumers increasingly demand environmentally responsible products, the packaging industry faces a critical challenge to innovate beyond traditional models and embrace true circularity. In a landmark response to this global imperative, Graphic Packaging International has committed $1 billion to

Intel's 18A Comeback Reshapes the Global Chip Race
Manufacturing Technology Intel's 18A Comeback Reshapes the Global Chip Race

For the first time in nearly a decade, the monolithic dominance of the world's most critical industry faces a genuine challenge from an American pioneer, as Intel's successful transition of its 18A process node into high-volume manufacturing by the end of 2025 marks a seismic shift in the

HMEL to Expand Punjab Refinery with Major New Investment
Manufacturing HMEL to Expand Punjab Refinery with Major New Investment

In a significant move poised to reshape Punjab's industrial landscape and bolster India's domestic petrochemical capacity, HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited has committed to a substantial new investment in its Guru Gobind Singh Refinery. This strategic infusion of ₹2,600 crore is not merely an expansion

Agentic AI in Manufacturing – Review
Manufacturing Technology Agentic AI in Manufacturing – Review

The once-predictable rhythm of the factory floor is now being orchestrated by intelligent systems that think, learn, and adapt in real time, fundamentally redefining what it means to manufacture goods at scale. Agentic AI represents a significant advancement in the manufacturing sector, paving the

UPM Acquires Fabrisonic for Advanced Metal Technology
Manufacturing UPM Acquires Fabrisonic for Advanced Metal Technology

For centuries, the fundamental principles of metallurgy have dictated that certain metals simply cannot be joined without compromising their integrity, a constraint that has long defined the boundaries of engineering innovation. This acquisition marks a significant shift in the landscape of

Robotics Will Empower UK Manufacturers by 2026
Manufacturing Technology Robotics Will Empower UK Manufacturers by 2026

The United Kingdom's manufacturing and logistics sectors are currently navigating a challenging environment, marked by the dual threats of escalating operational costs and a significant labor shortage that has left over 46,000 vacancies unfilled. In this high-stakes context, the strategic

Can AI Turn Safety Into a Performance Driver?
Management Can AI Turn Safety Into a Performance Driver?

The relentless pressure on modern manufacturing and supply chains has exposed a critical vulnerability in traditional safety protocols, which are no longer sufficient to manage the complexities of today's high-stakes industrial environments. For decades, safety management has been a reactive

Changan Awarded China's First L3 Self-Driving License
Automotive & Aerospace Changan Awarded China's First L3 Self-Driving License

Changan Automobile has successfully secured China's first-ever official license plate for L3-level autonomous driving, a monumental achievement that propels the nation's intelligent vehicle industry from a phase of controlled verification into an era of compliant, on-road application. The issuance

Trend Analysis: Legacy Form Security
Management Trend Analysis: Legacy Form Security

In the world of modern manufacturing, legacy digital forms do not gracefully retire after years of service; instead, they often persist as forgotten digital backdoors, silently beginning to leak sensitive company and customer data. These aging forms are ubiquitous, embedded deep within operational

Why Is EGGER Investing Heavily in a Slowdown?
Manufacturing Why Is EGGER Investing Heavily in a Slowdown?

In a striking display of counter-cyclical strategy, the EGGER Group is leveraging a period of global economic uncertainty and subdued market activity to aggressively fund its long-term growth and sustainability ambitions. The family-owned company reported a stable business development for the first

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