Welcome back to In the Loop, your regular roundup of everything happening across Industry 4.0 and the K360 community. 💫
This edition has a lot to get through.
We have hit 40k followers, which feels like a good moment to pause and say a genuine thank you to everyone who has been part of that. We have also got some exciting news on the events front, with our consultants heading to Automate in Chicago this June, and we would love to meet you there if you are attending.
Beyond that, there are two new reports out from our specialist consultants covering GrindingHub 2026 and additive manufacturing across US aerospace and defence, plus featured articles on calibration hiring and the next phase of AGV and AMR adoption. We have team news to share, a strong pipeline of live roles across the sector, and something a little different at the end for the football fans among you.
As ever, we have done the reading so you do not have to. Here is what has been on our radar…
We hit 40k followers!
40k felt like a milestone worth marking. It sits nicely alongside everything we have seen building across Industry 4.0 recruitment over the past year, and it means a great deal to have this community growing alongside it. To everyone who follows, engages, shares, and reaches out, thank you. There is plenty more to come.
Thank you! 💫
We are going to Automate Show this summer!
In June, our consultants are heading to Chicago for Automate, one of the biggest events in the Industry 4.0 calendar. We are looking forward to seeing the latest technology on the floor, getting a feel for where the market is heading, and catching up with familiar faces and new ones alike.
If you are going to be there, we would love to connect. Whether you want to talk hiring, get a read on the market, or just have a straightforward conversation about your next move, get in touch to book time with one of the team. You can reach us directly or drop a line to mail@kensington360.com.
K360 Industry Insights
Our experts have stayed in the loop with the latest Industry 4.0 insights… here’s what they’ve picked up 💫
New Report Release: What GrindingHub 2026 tells us about where Industry 4.0 is heading…
Following the 2026 #GrindingHub event, our specialist consultants James Field and Amelia Dallas have put together our own GrindingHub report. It breaks down the key discussions from the show and what they mean for the industry, including where investment is heading, how automation and digitalisation are reshaping production, and what this means for both hiring demand and the skills that will be most sought after across Industry 4.0.
For those who attended the event, or are involved in grinding and machine tools more broadly, it is well worth a read. Find it here ↗️
New Report Release: US Aerospace & Defence Additive Manufacturing Recruitment
We are also proud to release our latest report exploring #additivemanufacturing across the US aerospace and defence sector. It takes a closer look at how the technology is being adopted across the industry, where organisations are investing to scale capability, and how this is influencing recruitment needs across engineering, production and specialist technical roles, alongside the skills that are becoming increasingly critical as the sector continues to mature.
For those working in or hiring within aerospace, defence, or additive manufacturing, it offers a clear view of current market movement and where opportunities are likely to emerge next. Read here ↗️
Featured Articles: Why calibration hiring is getting harder in the US
Finding experienced calibration professionals has always been competitive, but our calibration specialist Tom Barnes has been tracking a noticeable shift. In his latest article, Tom looks at the tightening supply of specialists, the rising technical requirements coming from regulated industries, and what this means for both hiring speed and candidate availability in the US market. He also covers what employers are doing to adapt and where candidates with niche calibration expertise are seeing the strongest opportunities right now.
Read the full article here.
Featured Articles: AGVs and AMRs entering their next phase of industrial adoption
Our next featured article explores how AGVs and AMRs are moving into a new phase, with adoption expanding beyond traditional warehouse environments into manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace and wider industrial applications, supported by strong market growth and increasingly complex deployment requirements.
It also highlights what this shift means for hiring, software integration and commercial roles, alongside the rising value of talent that can operate across full system deployments rather than standalone robotics expertise.
Read the full article here ↗️
April Employee of the Month
April Employee of the month
Last month’s #employeeofthemonth went to Henry Houghton Hodson. Throughout the whole month he exceeded targets, delivered strong fee performance, and consistently showed real impact across both candidate and client delivery. A great example of steady execution and results coming together in a busy month. A big well done to Henry for an outstanding April!
Found out what he won by clicking here
Our latest jobs…
Over the past few weeks, we’ve generated a strong pipeline of roles across almost every corner of the Industry 4.0 sector, reflecting continued demand and movement across the market.
If you’re exploring new opportunities, head over to our jobs page on LinkedIn by clicking the graphic above, or browse even more live roles directly on our website here: https://kensington360.com/job-index/
A bit of fun: join our K360 Fantasy League
With the #FIFAWorldCup heading to North America, we’ve set up a free #K360 Fantasy League just for a bit of light competition between clients, candidates and colleagues.
It’s open to everyone, whether you follow every match or just pick players on instinct. A chance to test your predictions and see how you stack up. 💫
Join here: https://lnkd.in/e4iGUnnb League code: 1LW07INR
That’s it for this edition of In the Loop with Kensington 360 💫
As always, there’s plenty happening behind the scenes across Industry 4.0 that we can’t fit into one update. New conversations, shifting market demand, and emerging opportunities continue to shape where the sector is heading next.
If anything here has sparked interest, whether that is a report, an event, or support with hiring or career direction, you can explore more on our website or get in touch with the team directly. We are always open to conversations and connections across the industry.
We will be back soon with the next update. Until then, stay connected and keep an eye on what is coming next.