Siemens PLC (UK & Ireland) and leading glass manufacturer and contract bottler, Encirc have recently agreed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that will see both companies enter a strategic digitalisation partnership. The memorandum represents the start of a technology partnership agreement between the two companies, designed to spearhead the deployment of advanced digital technologies and services across Encirc’s operations. Encirc, part of the Vidrala group since 2015, has two sites; one in Fermanagh, Northern Ireland and one in Chester, England. With over 33% market share, the company manufactures container glass for the food and beverage industry. With its state-of-the-art contract bottling facility, 52,000m2 automated bonded warehouse and a multi-faceted logistics offering, Encirc supports its customers with sustainable beverage supply chain options. The company plans to invest significantly in furnace rebuilds over the next five years at both its sites. The technology deal comes into effect immediately and will be based on three core themes; A commitment from Siemens’ Digital Factory and Process businesses to supply innovation and new product across Encirc’s sites; A unique energy partnership designed to significantly reduce emissions; And, Siemens’ commitment to deliver a wholesale digital transformation project.
