Counter-drone laser push: The Netherlands is moving to operationalise Electro Optic Systems’ Apollo high-energy laser for counter-UAS, with development and potential production in the Netherlands via a European supply chain. EU steel protection: The European Commission has introduced temporary import quotas and minimum prices to shield silicon-oriented grain magnetic steel used in electric transformers, targeting a sharp rise in imports largely driven by China. Battery logistics scaling: DHL expanded its battery logistics network to 20+ sites, building integrated EV and battery “centres of excellence” covering manufacturing support, warehousing, refurbishment and lifecycle management. Industrial automation outlook: The global industrial robot fleet hit 5.079 million units in 2025, but Europe lagged as Germany, Italy and France saw weaker installations. Aerospace quality watch: Airbus flagged a fuselage quality issue on about 500 A321neo aircraft, with no safety risk but delivery delays. Circular chemicals in Croatia: A EU-backed plant in Croatia is recycling hazardous used solvents via distillation, turning waste into reusable clean solvents and energy. Poland pharma access: Poland plans to let patients collect certain biological medicines, including biosimilars, from local pharmacies rather than only hospitals. Space manufacturing in Luxembourg: SES has started building a satellite engineering and manufacturing facility in Luxembourg, aiming for opening in 2028.