AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWorkplace Health Push: Queen’s University Belfast is part of a £1.8m UK research programme aimed at healthier workplaces and better employment outcomes, after ill-health is linked to millions being out of work and mental health driving the biggest rise. Robot Safety Upgrade: Oslo-based Sonair says its ADAR One 3D ultrasonic sensor is now safety-certified for human-robot collaboration, addressing limits of older 2D scanners. Nordic Payments Deal: Qliro signs a strategic partnership with PPRO to become the Nordic BNPL option across Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark via a single integration. Steel Trade Shock: The EU rolls out tighter steel import quotas and higher tariffs from 1 July, with extra duties for exporters exceeding quota levels. China Diplomacy: Chinese FM Wang Yi will visit Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway from July 2–8. Norway in DefenceTech: Six Robotics (Oslo) raises €12m to advance autonomy software for unmanned systems with Norwegian defence partners. Shipping & Marine Automation: ABB agrees to acquire Høglund to expand marine automation, while TechnipFMC lands a large contract for Vår Energi’s North Sea projects. World Cup Culture Moment: Neymar trolls a German economist after Brazil’s comeback win over Japan, adding fuel to the tournament’s social-media drama.
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