Analysis

In this post, we use our CapexData analytics portal to analyse the broader UK capex project picture in 2026. The UK has had a turbulent year by many measures. By looking at the detailed picture for the process manufacturing sectors (you can look back at our sector outlook posts on our blog), there are many Continue reading

The European pharmaceutical capex outlook for 2026 is more restrained than twelve months ago, but there remains meaningful opportunity for suppliers of capital equipment and machinery. While the exceptional conditions of 2024 have eased, the market continues to generate a steady flow of investment, with regional nuances shaping where the best commercial prospects lie. European Continue reading

Food & Beverage Sectors in France – 2026 Outlook The food and beverage sectors in France are essential pillars of the economy, demonstratingremarkable resilience and diversity. The France capex outlook continues to be positive in terms of investment, supported by high levels of automation and innovation. For suppliers of capital equipment,services, and expertise, the signs Continue reading

The UK energy, gas and chemical sectors enter 2026 in a state of transition. The surge of new Energy-from-Waste (EfW) and hydrogen developments that characterised 2023–2024 has given way to a more mixed picture for the industrial outlook, with some projects reaching completion and others slowing amid market uncertainty. While hydrogen remains central to the Continue reading

The UK pharmaceutical sector and laboratory sector will enter 2026 in a steadier position than in recent years. While the pace of new project emergence has slowed compared with the COVID period, the market remains active, albeit different, with significant opportunities for suppliers of capital equipment, services and expertise. Suppliers can engage with the wide Continue reading

We’ve revisited the UK food and drink process manufacturing sectors as we head into the second half of 2025. With ongoing volatility in the market and a shifting investment landscape, we’ve updated our outlook to reflect the latest conditions, trends, and project opportunities as captured on our MyProtel capex project tracking platform. While there are Continue reading

All capital expenditure investment trends covered in the post below are drawn from our live project database and consolidated in our CapexData project analytics portal – create your own reports here. Our latest analysis of capital expenditure investment trends, specifically in capex implementation across six key regions in the pharmaceutical, biotech, food, drink and life Continue reading

Opportunities and Challenges for Equipment Suppliers After a relatively quiet summer, the process manufacturing sectors in Ireland are showing renewed momentum, with an uptick in project approvals. This shift presents exciting opportunities, particularly for suppliers of capital equipment and machinery, as companies push forward with investments. Pharmaceutical Capex Projects Lead the Way The pharmaceutical sector Continue reading