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Globe and Mail
2 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Industrial Communication Market worth $26.06 Billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.0%
"Industrial Communication Market" The global Industrial Communication Market Value is projected to be USD 26.06 billion by 2030, growing from USD 20.45 billion in 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.0% during the forecast period. Tha report " Industrial Communication Market by Fieldbus, Industrial Ethernet, Wireless, IO-Link, Router & WAP, Switch, Gateway, Communication Interface & Converter, Controller & Connector and Power Supply Device - Global Forecast to 2030" The global industrial communication market size will reach USD 26.06 billion by 2030 from USD 20.45 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 5.0% between 2025 and 2030. The major factors driving the industrial communication market are the rising deployment of 5G technology in the automotive, construction, and manufacturing sectors. The rising adoption of machine-to-machine communication to optimize industrial efficiency and automation technologies, the integration of smart grid technologies in the energy sector, and the surging adoption of Industry 4.0 to optimize industrial efficiency and automation technologies further drive the market. Financial incentives have been introduced to integrate PLCs and SCADA into manufacturing sectors. These factors, along with the accelerating adoption of wireless networks across industrial sectors and the convergence of industrial AI and digital twin technology, are expected to create lucrative opportunities for market players. Download PDF Brochure @ PROFIBUS segment is projected to dominate the industrial communication market during the forecast period. Based on Fieldbus protocol type, the PROFIBUS segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period due to its widespread use and continued reliability in the Industrial Communication Industry, particularly in the field of process and discrete manufacturing. Its reliability and interoperability with a wide spectrum of industrial devices and its real-time communication capabilities make it a first choice for existing and upcoming automation projects. PROFIBUS DP, in particular, is extensively used for fast data exchange at the device level. At the same time, PROFIBUS PA caters to process industries by enabling power and data transmission over a single cable, simplifying installation in hazardous environments. Availability of compatible hardware, strong vendor support, and simplification to be integrated with other protocols, such as PROFINET, continues to strengthen its dominance as industries adopt modern Ethernet technologies. Pharmaceuticals & medical devices segment is expected to record the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2030. The pharmaceuticals & medical devices segment is expected to have the highest growth rate during the projected period. One of the key drivers of this trend is the increasing adoption of automation, real-time data monitoring, and compliance with regulatory requirements industry-wide. The need for robust and secure communication networks increases as automation expands in these facilities to facilitate seamless interaction between machines, systems, and data systems. Pharmaceutical manufacturing has a strong focus on precision, error-free processes, and strict quality requirements, highlighting the importance of advanced communication solutions. China is likely to dominate the global industrial communication market during the forecast period. China is likely to dominate the global industrial communication market during the forecast period, fueled by its mature manufacturing infrastructure and increasing roll-out of industrial automation technologies. The country has been a world center for mass production for decades, and investments in modernizing factory operations with state-of-the-art communication infrastructure keep reinforcing its leadership position. Strategic efforts to increase productivity and the extensive use of smart technologies in industries such as electronics, automotive, and heavy machinery help drive this dominance. Additionally, robust government support and the availability of many domestic technology suppliers facilitate quicker adoption of industrial communication solutions at scale. Key Players Key Players operating in the Industrial Communication Companies include Cisco Systems, Inc. (US), Siemens (Germany), OMRON Corporation (Japan), Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. 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The Sun
12 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Earning trust by ensuring accountability
SELANGOR Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has dismissed calls for a new investigation into the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire. He has pledged 'no cover-ups' and announced a briefing for lawmakers today, stating the full report will be released once cleared. The MB has been quoted as saying: 'Those who are unhappy can review the report themselves and identify who was responsible. It provides a picture of the responsible parties.' From my perspective, for communities along Malaysia's 2,600km gas pipeline network, the core expectation is clear: We need the investigation report published ASAP, intact and made public online, directly identifying who is accountable. It is my firm view that the onus should be on the investigation team to outline responsibility without ambiguity, not to leave the public to piece together who is at fault. This is a fundamental public expectation for transparency and rebuilding trust. Key unanswered questions The intense blaze, attributed to unstable ground, prompts crucial inquiries into the performance of established safety protocols. Reports now point to unstable ground as a direct cause. Significantly, soon after the incident, on April 3, Petronas Gas Berhad (PGB) issued a statement reaffirming its 'unwavering commitment to public safety'. PGB specifically emphasised its adherence to international standards and robust asset integrity management programmes, highlighting its external monitoring efforts which include 'regular soil and slope movement monitoring by competent and qualified personnel'. Given PGB's explicit assurance about its capabilities in soil and slope movement monitoring, urgent questions persist for the public and I believe the report must definitively address them, especially concerning any potential shortcomings: Soil monitoring: Did PGB's advanced soil monitoring systems detect early warnings of instability in the area? If so, what immediate actions were taken to prevent the rupture? Did the system fail to detect, or were warnings missed? Timely shut-down (automatic vs manual): The fire burned for a prolonged period. Why? Automatic shut-off: Did automatic shut- off systems, like SCADA/PLDS, designed for rapid response to major leaks, activate as expected at the site or upstream or were there delays? Operational empowerment: Were operational teams on duty empowered to manually shut off the gas immediately as part of emergency protocol? Was there any delay in gathering decision-makers, potentially impacting response time? Buffer zone assumptions: This incident highlights what I see as a critical question: whether current pipeline 'buffer zones' – distances assumed safe based on automatic shut-off valves closing almost instantaneously – are truly adequate if gas flow is prolonged. Understanding how these safeguards performed and how human intervention played a role is vital for ensuring quick containment. Lessons from past disasters History, tragically exemplified by the 1988 Piper Alpha oil platform disaster where 167 lives were lost due to continued fuel flow, starkly shows the cost of delayed isolation. While circumstances differ, the principle remains that rapid and decisive action to cut off fuel is paramount. This event, in my opinion, underscores the urgent need to re-evaluate pipeline 'buffer zones' against real-world scenarios, not just ideal-case assumptions of instant shutoff. For communities living near these pipelines, confidence in infrastructure safety is paramount. I believe clear, understandable answers on how our crucial safety technology functioned and how human protocols were executed in preventing a prolonged fire are essential to building this confidence. Any lessons learned from this incident, including those pertaining to reinforcing and enhancing existing safeguards, must be openly shared. If the full report lacks clarity on these vital operational questions, I strongly advocate that a separate, independent review by neutral experts should be considered to ensure full public confidence. Our collective well-being is paramount. To uphold public trust and ensure the safety of all communities, I believe the complete findings of this investigation must be transparently revealed, outlining accountability and addressing all ambiguities. This includes conclusive evidence regarding the performance of soil monitoring systems, the timeliness of gas shut-off mechanisms and the roles of operational teams, leaving no room for speculation about potential negligence. Only through such comprehensive disclosure can confidence be restored and future incidents prevented.

Ammon
a day ago
- Business
- Ammon
Water Ministry, U.S. government sign $39 million agreements
Ammon News - The Ministry of Water and Irrigation on Sunday signed agreements for projects under the Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Reduction Program, in partnership with the U.S. government, to benefit nearly four million residents in northern and central Jordan at a total value of $39 million. In a statement, Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Saud emphasized that efforts are focused on modernizing and upgrading water networks nationwide to reduce water losses, develop new networks, and improve the quality of services provided to citizens. He noted that these agreements mark the fourth phase of the NRW Reduction Program, funded by the U.S. government, building on years of productive cooperation to strengthen water management and boost operational efficiency at Yarmouk Water Company, which serves the governorates of Irbid, Jerash, Mafraq, and Ajloun. The $39 million agreement includes a $30 million grant from the U.S. government, with an additional $9 million contribution from the Water Authority. The projects will be implemented over four years, starting August 15 and running until December 14, 2029, benefiting more than 3.2 million residents and saving an estimated eight million cubic meters of water annually. The program will also build staff capacity, upgrade IT infrastructure, and enhance operating systems, followed by improvement plans to ensure long-term performance sustainability. A comprehensive field survey will be conducted in the four governorates, with tasks such as meter reading, billing, monitoring illegal use, providing leak detection vehicles and equipment, and forming dedicated maintenance teams. Additionally, Miyahuna Company signed a separate agreement under the U.S. grant to award a tender for rehabilitating three major pumping stations Mujib, Zarqa Ma'in, and Zara Ma'in to improve water supply efficiency for Amman and Zarqa. Valued at JD4 million, this project will enhance water services for more than one million citizens through advanced civil, mechanical, and electrical upgrades. The works will include building flood protection walls, rehabilitating Mujib Dam's main pumping line, installing high-efficiency pumps and automated valves, improving drainage, cleaning and upgrading internal systems, installing fully automated control systems, and connecting all three stations to the SCADA control center in Dabouq for better monitoring and rapid response. These upgrades will help minimize Zara Ma'in shutdowns during winter turbidity events, ensure continuous operation, increase annual supply by at least one million cubic meters, and reduce maintenance costs by 15 percent. This initiative is part of a series of NRW Reduction projects in their third phase, also funded by the U.S. government, including the Wadi Al-Seer Water Treatment Plant upgrade, awarded to Nasr Arshidat Company under Arabtech Jardaneh's supervision at a cost of JD 2.5 million. This upgrade will raise the plant's annual production capacity by 18 percent, equivalent to an extra one million cubic meters of water. During the signing ceremony, representatives from the U.S. Embassy reaffirmed the strength of the Jordan-U.S. partnership in tackling water challenges through sustainable, long-term development projects.


The Hindu
6 days ago
- Climate
- The Hindu
SCADA project to automate Chennai reservoirs operation makes slow progress; WRD aims to complete by Northeast monsoon
The project to automate the operation of the city reservoirs and develop decision support for water management has slowed down, as the Water Resources Department awaits the release of the National Disaster Mitigation Fund. Though the project was chalked out a year ago, it has not made significant progress in terms of instrumentation installation. However, the department is confident of completing the work by the onset of the Northeast monsoon, which brings in a major share of annual rainfall to Chennai. The opening of the floodgates of reservoirs, including Chembarambakkam and Red Hills, renews concerns on impending inundation in the downstream areas during every Northeast monsoon. In a key effort to reduce flooding, increase response time, and enable transparency in sharing reservoirs' storage data, the department will introduce the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) based integrated reservoir automation system. Officials said work is in progress, however at a slow pace, for automated flood control and real-time monitoring of the storage. The project aimed at fixing automatic water level recorders, flow sensors, and gate sensors to automate shutters operation, manage water discharge during peak inflow, and reduce flood risk in low level areas. The department is constructing an integrated command control centre at Chepauk and connected with sub-control centres in Red Hills, Poondi and Chembarambakkam reservoirs. When the SCADA based system is in place, reservoirs' shutters can be operated remotely from Chepauk and analyse inflows and changes in water levels to control flood discharge. The integrated command centre would have graphical representations of the reservoirs' network-inflow rate from various points, outflow level, position of sluice gates and storage. Various real-time data would be analysed to assess the exact time required for the reservoirs to fill up and need to store or release water. The decision support system would also allow real-time sharing of information with other institutions and government agencies and enhance flood management. The Rs. 32 crore project will help accurately predict reservoir capacity and optimise water resource management during summer months, officials said. A 'Near line disaster recovery centre' is also being established in Alandur that would function as a backup location for critical data recovery and operation during extreme weather events. On the delay in project, officials said efforts are being taken to implement the project by this upcoming monsoon.


Zawya
30-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt: Badawi inspects SCADA system for butane gas monitoring at Petrogas
Arab Finance: Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi has inspected the butane gas circulation monitoring project, which uses the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system, at Petroleum Gas Company (Petrogas), according to a statement. The inspection tour comes after the system's full rollout across all company sites nationwide. During his visit, Badawi stressed the importance of implementing the SCADA system for butane gas, depicting it as a strategic and vital commodity that citizens use in their daily lives. The minister also highlighted the need to coordinate with relevant authorities to ensure that butane cylinders reach citizens at approved standard weights. Both the Ministry of Petroleum and the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) stand ready to provide all necessary support to advance the sustainable development of the butane circulation and distribution network, ensuring safe and reliable delivery to citizens. Mohamed Ibrahim Farhat, Chairman of Petrogas, noted that the SCADA project enables real-time tracking of butane stock levels across all company locations nationwide, linking them directly to the petroleum products transportation and circulation monitoring center at EGPC. The SCADA system deploys the latest digital transformation technologies to monitor distributed quantities and streamline workflows across the sector, added Farhat. He also outlined the company's digital transformation roadmap for butane systems extending through 2028. The roadmap includes major projects, such as the tank gauging system for measuring butane stock in storage tanks, a fleet monitoring and management system for tanker trucks, and a data management system for butane cylinder filling equipment.. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (