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PLC-DCS Integration Reshapes Process Automation Control Market
September 24, 2026

PLC-DCS Integration Reshapes Process Automation Control Market

A new market study flags PLC-DCS integration, real-time process monitoring and MES-ERP convergence as key trends shaping the industrial control market.

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PLCs Under Fire: US Water Plants Still Exposed to Cyberattacks
September 24, 2026

PLCs Under Fire: US Water Plants Still Exposed to Cyberattacks

CISA confirms 100+ internet-exposed water systems hit by PLC cyberattacks in July 2026. Inside the OT security crisis and how utilities can harden PLCs.

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2026 World Manufacturing Convention Signals PLC-Driven Smart Shift
September 24, 2026

2026 World Manufacturing Convention Signals PLC-Driven Smart Shift

Over 900 firms and 10,000+ exhibits converged in Hefei for the 2026 World Manufacturing Convention, exposing the PLC-driven smart factory value chain race.

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Andra AP Fonden Trims Rockwell Automation Stake: PLC Market Signal
September 24, 2026

Andra AP Fonden Trims Rockwell Automation Stake: PLC Market Signal

Sweden's Andra AP fonden cut its Rockwell Automation stake by 84% in Q2. We break down what the 13F filing signals for PLC demand and automation investors.

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GISEC 2026: PLC Security Under Attack as OT Threats Turn Physical
September 23, 2026

GISEC 2026: PLC Security Under Attack as OT Threats Turn Physical

At GISEC Global 2026 Day 2, experts dissected real-world ICS/OT attacks, showing how PLC, HMI and safety-system flaws turn into physical and operational risk.

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GEA Omni NG Control Panel Targets PLC Cybersecurity Compliance
September 23, 2026

GEA Omni NG Control Panel Targets PLC Cybersecurity Compliance

GEA's new Omni NG control panel pairs a 10.4-inch touchscreen managing 256 devices with cybersecurity built for EU Cyber Resilience Act and NIS 2 rules.

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