Welcome to the July 2025 edition of Vikela’s monthly technology & business development newsletter.
This past month has been packed with exciting developments—from international partnerships and industry engagement to local celebrations and thought leadership. As we continue building momentum, we’re thrilled to share what we’ve been up to.
We hope you enjoy this month’s updates and, as always, thank you for being part of the Vikela journey! 🚀
FactoryXChange x Creative Spark Launch 🚀
We were proud to see our founder, Peter Gilleece, speak at the official launch of the FactoryXChange x Creative Spark partnership in Dundalk.
The event celebrated Creative Spark Dundalk integration into FactoryXChange 2.0 , Ireland’s European Digital Innovation Hub. This collaboration will bring advanced digitalisation, sustainability, and Industry 5.0 capabilities to local businesses and startups.
Peter shared insights on the role of innovation in manufacturing and creative industries, highlighting how initiatives like this can empower SMEs to embrace digital transformation. A big thank you to the teams at Creative Spark, Thom Conaty, and FXC for including Vikela in such an inspiring evening.
Robotics Centre Japan Visits Vikela HQ 🇯🇵
In July, we had the pleasure of hosting our Japanese distribution partner, Robotics Centre Japan, at our head office in Belfast. Their site visit was an important step in strengthening our international ties and exploring new opportunities for collaboration as we look to scale globally.
The visit included product demonstrations, strategy discussions, and knowledge exchange, offering a valuable opportunity to align on our shared vision and plans for growth. But it wasn’t all business—our guests also had the chance to explore the sights, culture, and hospitality of Northern Ireland, from scenic landmarks to local dining experiences.
It was a truly enriching week for both teams, and we’re excited about the future of this partnership as we continue building globally with trusted allies by our side.
In Other news
Market Research & Industry Engagement 🔍
This month, our team carried out extensive industry engagement and market research to inform our product development, manufacturing forecasts, and scaling roadmap.
By speaking directly with industry stakeholders and end users, we’re gathering key data to ensure our solutions align with evolving needs. These insights are critical as we prepare for our next phase of growth and expand our reach into new markets.
Team Celebrations 🎉
At Vikela, we believe in celebrating the people who make our mission possible. This month, we marked team birthdays and even a wedding within the Vikela family!
These celebrations remind us how important culture and connection are in building a strong, resilient team. Congratulations to everyone with milestones this month—we’re so lucky to have you on board. 💙
Thank you for reading our July newsletter—we’re looking forward to bringing you more exciting updates in August! As always, if you’d like to chat, collaborate, or connect us with someone you think we should meet, we’d love to hear from you.
Until next time,
The Vikela Team 👋
