Building on over a century of experience in engine development, Cummins Inc. is set to launch its 2027 X15 engine, representing a key milestone in its Destination Zero™ strategy.  After more than 25 years of dedicated work by teams of engineers and specialists, this engine will meet the rigorous demands of its customers with 4% better fuel economy over the 2024 X15, optimized powertrain integration, and a weight neutral system.

Nothing was going to stop Franklin Chang Díaz from realizing his dream. Not language barriers. Not financial barriers. And certainly not the hard work necessary to become an astronaut. Chang Díaz, however, also says he was also fortunate to have a loving and supportive family and some well-timed help along the way.

Earlier this year, Satya Nadella, CEO and Chairman of Microsoft, aptly described our current era as "...the golden age of systems." This phrase perfectly captures the essence of the digital age, which goes far beyond mere technology or data. It is a profound transformation in how we evolve—shaping our lives, work and interactions with the world around us.

Twenty-two 1000 hp Cummins Inc. CustomPaks, built in Australia and equipped with Weir Multiflo high-capacity dewatering pumps, have been delivered to one of the world’s largest coal mining contractors for dewatering operations in Indonesia. The mining contractor is one of Weir’s key customers for dewatering in the Asia Pacific region. Weir’s dewatering equipment is manufactured and assembled for global markets at its facility at Coolum on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

Rocky Lamattina & Sons is big business, and its headquarters in Wemen in northern Victoria, needs to be seen to be believed. It’s a world-class family-owned operation, processing around 1000 tonnes of carrots every week for delivery to supermarkets as well as wholesale and export markets. All the transport is carried out by the Lamattinas’ own fleet of 16 Cummins Inc. X15-powered Kenworths pulling trailers splashed with the motto ‘Australia’s Favourite Carrots’.

In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, Shaun C., a Manufacturing Leader at Cummins Inc., is driving innovation and success through a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The focus of his work is not just about refining processes or improving products—it’s about solving real-world problems and making a meaningful impact.