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39 Vol. 44 No. 3 - September 2022 Issue some extra money, support the family, and more importantly, it’s a boost to their self-confidence, their careers and their independence. Finally can you update us on STL’s latest optical activities? STL has a global, multi-national approach. We have a very strong manufacturing base, uniquely for Europe, not only for optical cables but also for optical interconnect. We’re setting up a 5G manufacturing and R&D centre in the US today. As we speak, we are commissioning probably the largest overseas plant in the US. Secondly, as I said, there is the collaborative approach which differentiates STL. We just don’t go in and say, “Hey, that’s my catalogue, pick out what you want.” What we provide is a bespoke solution for customers, where we go out and say, “Okay, what is the challenge you are facing in your business and how can we help you with that.” STL have some admirable working practices and an ambitious sustainability target; their vision and collaborative methodology is admirable and obviously paying dividends both in the UK and in India. We look forward to seeing how their plans evolve. from the industry We can’t wait to see you again! SCTE IS BACK at IBC! WE ARE Your community BY THE INDUSTRY, FOR THE INDUSTRY WHERE THE ENTERTAINMENT AND TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY REUNITE Join us | show.ibc.org IBC2022 BACK AT THE RAI AMSTERDAM | 9-12 SEPTEMBER 2022 For more information, visit www.stl.tech Sustainability I N F O C U S